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Saturday, August 26, 2006

Museum Madness

Took a trip to The Tampa Museum of Art today. That was fun. My favorite room was the Participatory Gallery...and what is that you may ask well....
The Participatory Gallery provides an opportunity for visitors, especially children, to interpret works of art and make connections to the world around them. Visitors are invited to manipulate images similar to the art viewed in the exhibition, spend time in a reading resource area, view themselves as part of a piece of artwork, and experiment with their own interpretations of the works and the stories they provide. The Tampa Museum of Art focuses on the visitor experience by creating a welcoming environment, the aim of the Participatory Gallery is to create a family-friendly space for the community to play, explore and learn together.
The wall behind us...we decorated with fake snakes, chicks, and various other objects that stick to the wall. Gina set up the camera and "whapow" the picture was taken. Yeah...we are rocking in this pic. LOL
The rest of the museum was pretty swanky...however...I've seen better. The pottery, photography, glass work, and statues were cool too. And the best part...it was FREE!!!! Yeah buddy free admission between 10-12. So anywhoo...after our spiffalicious visit, we drove around downtown Tampa searching for this Burrito restaurant David suggested we go. Unfortunately we couldn't locate it. So we headed for Ybor City and decided to eat lunch at Spaghetti Warehouse. Some of us didn't like what we got...but dessert was much better I think. Anyways...of course we had to stop and get a lil something-something from the great Starbucks...or else Michele mighta had a fit. Yummm Mocha Frapps ROCK! We walked the great streets of Ybor and then headed home.
Fun day...good times....crazy yet spiffalicious swanky people.

Friday, August 25, 2006

The Kid In Us


Isn't it amazing how when we are kids...well most of us couldn't wait to grow up. Couldn't wait to finish school or couldn't wait to move out. Now that most of us are "grown" or are we? Ha Ha We still have a little of a "kid" inside...deep down wanting to come out and have some fun.


Last weekend we had Bubble's 1st Birthday Party. Yes thats right, we had a birthday party for our dog. Well it was a picnic party actually. Sandwiches, Chips, Drinks, chocolate cupcakes, and of course a doggie Birthday Cake espcially for Bubble and her guest doggies. Don't worry folks...it was "doggie approve and safe".
Got it outta a dog cook book.
Anyways, back to my story about the kid in us. Mark, David, Michele, Chad and I and of course the dogs decided to play on the playground after the party. It was sundown so we had a little while before the sun would set.

We found the coolest playground toy ever. Not sure what its called....but it rocked! The dogs probably thought...those grown ups are CRAZY.

We all agreed we wanted one to take home.


The evening turned out fantastic. We all took turns on this contraption of fun. I think we need to go back to this park and have more fun.

Thursday, August 24, 2006

Bubble's Birthday Party

Bubble would like to thank all her friends that were able to come out to her birthday party last Saturday. She enjoyed seeing, playing, and eating with her friends. The party went well and everyone had a good time. Now you can say you've been to a Dogs Birthday Party!!!
Here is Bubble and me waiting for the guest to arrive.
Here we have the Pentecosts and their doggies. Bubble really enjoyed hanging out with her cuz Chilly and her big sis Shanaynay. Aunt Michele and Uncle David were fun too.


Not sure whats going on here....more than likely Bubble and Chilly playing as usual.
Bubble said thank you for all her little doggie gifts. And a special thanks to Chad for taking pictures.

Friday, August 18, 2006

Beach Bums


Well I am done with my job at the hospital and Mark is done with his job at Quill. And what do we do on our first day off....head to the beach. We had a nice time. Nice weather until the end of our visit. It decided to thunder, lightning and rain. It was breezy and not too hot. The water was warm but not too warm. Heres a picture of Mark and I posing on the beach rocks. Hey, maybe a model agent will come across these pics and get in touch with us. ha ha ha

Here is Mark walking towards me asking me what I'm doing...I was just taking pics of him. Oh yeah the sand/shells he is walking on man that hurt my feet....ouch!

This could have been a great pic except those people in front of me...ha ha ha. Here we are laying on the beach relaxing and people watching. What an interesting time that was.
Okay well perhaps I'll post more later!

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Are you my Daddy?



Got a call from my mom this morning....telling me 3 puppies were walking up their drive way. So she took a few pics and sent them my way. Now the funny thing is....they all look exactly like dogs at home. No kidding. My mom thinks someone dropped them off because "maybe" our dogs are the daddys. She said they are sooo cute. Not sure what they plan to do. I'll keep you informed. Right now they are hanging out in the laundry room enjoying puppy chow and doggy biscuits and of course A/C.

Saturday, August 12, 2006

Bubble's 1st Birthday

Happy 1st Birthday Bubble Pentecost!!

Well, if ya'll don't know already, its Bubble's birthday. Well yesterday was her birthday, but I didn't have these groovey pictures to post. Yesterday morning we started Bubble's birthday celebration by me singing to her "Happy Birthday". She thought that meant "lets run around the house and play". Unfortunately I couldn't because I had to get ready for work.


After work Mark and I took the doggies outside to potty and run around. Bubble opened her birhtday presents. She got the cute shirt she is wearing the picture above it says "Inner peace is found at the park". I think she really likes it because she didn't roll around for me to take it off. She also got the big pink rope toy. She loves those things. Her and Shanaynay enjoyed playing with it outside and inside. And I got both of them a raw hide dental bone. Shanaynay ate hers within 2 hours. Next time we'll have to get something tougher since she devours them so soon.

I took Shanaynay and Bubble for a nice long walk/run/jog during the evening. They really enjoyed that. Next was dinner. Both girls ate there dinner....well Bubble left some back as usual. I didn't get a chance make Bubble a doggie cake for her birthday. She'll get one of those next weekend for her party. Overall I really think she enjoyed her Birthday. Actually I think she knew it was her birthday or at least a "special" day for her. Dogs are smart ya know.

So Happy Birthday to Bubble....she's ONE!!!

Thursday, August 10, 2006

Grace

God's Grace.....

So......what is Grace??

A characteristic or quality pleasing for its charm or refinement.


A sense of fitness or propriety.


A disposition to be generous or helpful; goodwill.
Mercy; clemency.

A favor rendered by one who need not do so; indulgence.

Divine love and protection bestowed freely on people.

The state of being protected or sanctified by the favor of God.

An excellence or power granted by God.

To honor or favor: You grace our table with your presence.

To give beauty, elegance, or charm to.

Music To embellish with grace notes.

“the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings. A divinely given talent or blessing. The condition or fact of being favored by someone.”

Isn't God's grace amazing. We are sundeservedng many times yet He pours out blessing after blessing upon us. I can't even fathom His love that He would do so much for me. I think back of all the times I could have gone a different direction in life or did go that direction, yet His love followed me and guided me back to Him. How many times have I escaped death because of His sweet grace......His sweet love.

I found this little clip on His Grace......thought you might enjoy it too:

The gospel (good news) is a result of God's grace (Gal. 1: 6-9). Grace is presented as sufficient and Christians are called by grace (2 Cor. 12: 7-10, Gal. 1: 15). Man is saved by grace, the heart is established by grace, and we are justified by grace (Eph. 2: 5, 8, Heb. 13: 9, Tit. 3: 7). Moreover, we render acceptable service by grace and grace imparts everlasting consolation (Heb. 12: 28, 29, 2 Thes. 2: 16). God's grace also makes us better people and helps us in time of need (I Cor. 15: 9, 10, Heb. 4: 16).

Noah "found grace in the eyes of the Lord" (Gen. 6: 8). The lowly are said to be favored with grace (Prov. 3: 34, I Pet. 5: 5). Jesus and Paul are expressly said to have experienced God's grace (Lk. 2: 40, I Cor. 15: 10). Also, all who love the Lord have God's grace bestowed upon them (Eph. 6: 24).


Sunday, August 06, 2006

Chilly's Visit

The kid’s cousin, Chilly, came to visit this week. Well, he’ll be here till Tuesday. They have all had a blast. Chilly’s parents dropped him off Wednesday night. And that’s when the weekend long slumber party began. Shanaynay, Bubble and Chilly have all had a great time hanging out, eating, running and playing. I was worried they might be a little too much for me to handle after the surgery, but they were actually great. Mark didn’t even have to entertain them much. They entertained themselves with rope toys and bones. Shanaynay watched Bubble and Chilly mostly, she so “motherly”. Chilly is definitely a “lap” dog, he snuggled up with me as I lay on the couch resting. We all watched the Lord of the Rings (All 3)…interesting and long. Bubble and Chilly camped out next to each other when it was bed time. We put their crates right next to each other and they seemed to like that. We had to tell them a few times to quite down, because all they wanted to do was chit chat all night….”kids”. Saturday morning they were entertained by the lawn service men cutting up the large branches that fell Thursday night. Those dogs were so alert and kept their eyes on them at all times. Sunday afternoon we took them for a walk around the property. They seemed pretty wiped out after that walk. But don’t let those kids fool you….they’ll rest for a moment then ready for the next big thing soon after.


They have been watching Caesar Milan, the dog whisperer, most of the day. I sure hope they’ve learned a few things. Because “Caesar knows best”…hahaha
Right now, Chilly is laying on the carpet staring at me and Bubble and Shanaynay are cuddled up together, as usual snoozing. I think Chilly is sleeping now. Mark is outside right now riding Banner.












What a Storm

Hey.....well I'm feeling a little better. I think Mark posted something already about our mini tornado storm we had here Thursday. So I'll attach some pics. Thursday night, while I was recovering from my oral surgery, we had a mini tornado storm. It was raining pretty hard and we tried to check the weather, but our satellite was out. We had been watching a movie we rented, so we weren't aware that the satellite went out. Anyways, Mark looked out the window and noticed the horses were running like crazy up and down the pasture. We were unaware a tree had uprooted and that there had been a tornado. We didn't even hear any of this except for the rain. We could see it was really windy, but we thought it was our typical Florida evening storm. Anyways, the neighbor came over a few minutes later and informed us that a tree uprooted and there was lots of tree damage etc. One tree next to the barn had split. I didn't get a pic of that one though. The horses and the homes were fine. Our vehicles survived. Mark did get some dents on his truck. The Insurance Claims guy came by the day after and informed us, Mark's truck was totaled....so we are truck shopping now. Friday and Saturday a clean up crew came by and picked up everything. Everything is back to normal now....except for the trees. A tree company is coming by maybe this week to take care of them. What a crazy week!!!












Friday, August 04, 2006

All Drugged Up

So it happened, I had my 5 wisdom teeth removed this morning. And how did it go?-You may ask. I was so nervous this morning, because I didn’t know what to expect and I was so worried about the aftermath (the healing process and pain). So Mark and I got there and signed in. After about 10 min, I was called in. I kissed Mark bye-bye and walked through the door to get those babies out. I waited for like 10 more min it seemed for the Doctor to come in. We chatted for a few min. and then they poked me with the anesthesia needle. That hurt! After a few min. the room was kinda spinning and I said, “I feel weird”. And then that was it. I woke up in a different chair talking about clowns and telling the nurse her hair looked pretty. I was waving at people. I wanted to see Mark but they said I had to calm down. I started laughing then crying. Boy was I a lil crazy. Then Mark came in and I said,” I know you”. We got up and left and then I told the lady that that was my car outside. Got home, and on the way home I was feeling all loopy and crazy, you should ask Mark about that. And my meds made me feel even loopier and crazy. They make me feel good…I feel no pain. I am on Oxycodone, Penicillin VK, and Promethazine-for nausea. My lunch was good..mashed potatoes and then chocolate ice cream later. I feeling a little woozy, so I think I’m gonna stop typing and rest a bit. I watched some movies today. I even blacked out for like 15min I think. I didn’t fall asleep and wake up….it was a black out…. That was freaky. Okay I need my Mark now.

Thanks again for your prayers and thoughts. Love ya all!

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

Good Bye Teeth Its Been Great

Well the time has finally come....tomorrow is the BIG day. The day they'll take my teeth away. They'll escort me to the back I'll be sure not to give 'em flack. They'll knock me out and pull 'em' out. Oh my poor teeth how they'll be missed.


If you wonderful people can say a prayer for me...that would be wondermous!! Tomorrow morning at 8:20 is when I'm scheduled. Drugs will be my friend for the next few days.

So any of you still have your wisdom teeth?

Friday, July 28, 2006

Me....the Poet?



Yes my dear friends, I am a poet. Unfortunately I haven't written any in a while. I received an email from the company I published my first one from and went on their site and I was able to find my poems. The first one I wrote, The Voice of Jesus, I was nominated for an award. I didn't win the grand prize, but my poem was published in their book. How cool is that!!! I bought the book because I thought that was awesome. I know I should get on the ball and write some more. I need to get inspired again. Why? Because it is something I enjoy....but gotta make the time to do it I guess. So anywhoo....here is my first published short poem. This was written close to 8 years ago. Enjoy!

The Voice of Jesus

Have you heard the voice of Jesus whisper, "I have chosen you"?

Does He tell you in communion what exactly you must do?

Are you in the Inner Circle?

Have you heard the Master's Call?

Have you given your heart to Jesus,

Is He now your All in All?

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Taking Care of your nails


Well, this blog is more geared to the females. Sorry guys, but you can still get a little something from it. Being the nail polish queen I am, I thought I’d offer a little nail care info to you lovely ladies and gents. It is important to keep your hands and toes well manicured. I found this nail care guide online and thought it might be helpful. I even learned a few new things myself. Enjoy!

Nail Care Tips

Well-groomed, beautiful nails are an integral part of a woman's appearance. Healthy nails, in addition to being attractive, reflect personal habits, both good and bad. They also reflect our general state of health.

Caring for those Nails
1. Wear Gloves while washing dishes or working in detergent-based liquids.
2. Avoid harsh metal files.
3. Use a hand and nail lotion to protect and moisturize. Dry nails tend to crack and split.
4. Avoid clipping your nails. Instead, file them at a 45-degree angle.
5. The best time to file nails is immediately after a bath. Nails are much softer then. You can also soak your hands in a bowl of warm water before filing.
6. Never file feed into the corners of your fingers. Do it from corner to the center.
7. Leave the cuticle alone. The cuticle invites infection on the nail's tissue.

The Use of Vitamin E
Vitamin E is essentially important for soft and smooth skin. Puncture a Vitamin E capsule and massage the nourishing oil to smoothen cuticles.

Nail Painting Tips
Nail painting can protect nails from damage. In some people, it can ward off fungal infection.
1. Add a topcoat of clear nail polish to protect the nail.
2. More than two coats of polish rob the nail's breathing space.3. Use an acetone-free nail polish remover. Acetone dries nails and can make them brittle.




Pedicure Tips. Thirty-minute Pedicure


1. Clean toenails and remove all traces of polish with a conditioning remover, as described for the manicure.

2. Cut toenails using a nail clipper and file into the desired shape using the rough side of an energy board. Hold the board slightly angled down over the edge of the nail. Smooth the edges towards the center with a light motion; don't cut or file them always as this weakens the nail and can lead to in growing toenails.

3. Lightly massage the nail contours with a cuticle oil or cream.

4. Place both feet in a bowl of warm water into which you have added a handful of bath salts or a few drops of pure essential oil such as peppermint. Soak feet for five to ten minutes.

5. Dry feet thoroughly with a towel and apply a drop of cuticle remover to the nail contours. Leave it on for a few minutes while you smooth away any hard skin or calluses on the soles of your feet using an exfoliating cream. Then gently 'roll' the cuticles back with a manicure stick covered with cotton wool. Massage hard skin again with the scrub, then rinse off in the warm water.

6. Rinse your feet in cold water to boost circulation. Dry them again with a towel, paying special attention to the skin between your toes.

7. Clean your toenails again with a cotton pad soaked in remover to take off any oily film.

8. If required, apply a hardening formula to the toenails, taking care not to let it touch the cuticle or the surrounding skin.

9. Apply a base coat, followed by two coats of polish, and finally a topcoat, as described for the manicure. Placing cotton wool between your toes separates them to make applying polish easier.

The cuticles on toenails are so tough, and it is best to work on them once a month with a cuticle remover. Giving, lots of attention to the little toe, which usually suffers the most. If you have a dry skin on your feet, the best way to remove it is with a scrub cream, which will leave your feet smoother and well conditioned. Or the best way is by using a pumice stone.

Tuesday, July 25, 2006

The Price You Pay for Shoes


I love shoes. My husband can tell you that. I have a collection of them. I had to downgrade since our place isn’t very big. A coworker of mine bought a pair of brand new shoes over the weekend. She wore them to work yesterday. I must say, they were very cute, trendy and chic. Unfortunately they hurt her feet all day. The cut of the shoe wasn’t agreeing with her feet. She wore them the entire 8.5hrs. This morning she walked in with flip-flops. She said they were the only shoes she could wear. Side note-flip flops are not allowed (policy), but that’s another subject we won’t get into. She said the sides of the shoes had created bruises on the side of her feet. She even had to bandage one side. I said, "The price you pay for hot shoes huh"? She agreed. It reminded me of the "Friends" episode, when Monica bought those expensive boots. After wearing them for a day or so, they made her feet ache. And she wouldn’t tell Chandler this. Remember he told her she had to wear them everyday or something like that because she had to make good use of them. And every time she would wear them they would create more and more pain for her. Funny episode….she later tells him the truth about them being painful. Ever experienced this? I remember buying a really chic pair of heels, after the 2nd day, they hurt sooo badly!!!! Luckily I was able to return them. I guess they didn’t look too worn.

Friday, July 21, 2006

The Dentist "da...da....da..."


Took a trip to the Dentist yesterday….fun times….you know it! So I get there and sign in and wait to be called. I picked up some magazine; perhaps “People”….it caught my eye because the bold print said “10 ways to flatter tighter tummy”. Who doesn’t want a flatter tighter tummy? A few minutes later a group of senior citizens walk in for their appointments. They were fussing about who smelled and why they didn’t want to sit by each other. I called Mark and chatted with him until my dental hygienist came in. I sat on the chair and she handed me a cup of some turquoise liquid to squish in my mouth. Guess…incase you have bad breath…because it was minty. She then pushed the button and the chair reclined back…”Whoa!!!” She started poking this shiny silver tool in my mouth. Checking under my gums and around my teeth. A few times it felt like she was piercing me with that sharp tool….OUCH! She then started the cleaning with the vibrating polisher. She asked me about my unusual last name and then asked if I was Pentecostal. I get that a lot. What about you (Mark, David, and Michele)? Before she could ask me, I notified her that I already scheduled an appointment for my wisdom teeth extraction (2weeks) from now. You see, last year around this time they told me I needed to get them out because I had a cavity in them, so it was best that I get them out. Also I have a 5th wisdom tooth….yes, yes, yes, I have a little extra wisdom. And don’t think that when they are removed that wisdom is gonna change…because it ain’t! Okay so back to my cleaning session. Oh yes I did get pictures taken of my lovely teeth! ~AKA~ X-Rays. So after my cleaning, my dentist, Brian Crosby, checked my teeth out and I left with a A+…a great check up. Oh yes, and can’t forget about my bag of goodies!!!! YES! A new toothbrush and floss. Yeah…buddy! Needless to say, I stopped by Kohls and Target on my way home…hey they were 3 minutes down the road!!!!
So what have I learned from this exciting trip to my Dentist? Proper brushing, flossing and preventative care will give you an A+...Great Check up and make your dentist happy!

Tuesday, July 18, 2006

The Sweetness of our Lord

For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. –Jer.29:11

Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD is the one who goes before you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor forsake you." -Deut. 31:8



Isn't God awesome! I just love Him so much. He is ALWAYS there for me when I need Him. I can call upon Him and He hears me everytime. He has great things instored for me...my husband...my family....my friends...ALL of us!!!! If we just call upon Him and seek Him, He wants to reveal to us the wonderful future and hope He has for us. I am so thankful I have Him to lean on when I'm having a bad day. I'm so thankful He is always there to listen to me. He provides me comfort and strenghth. And whats so spiffalicious....He not only hears my cries...but everyone else that calls out to Him. Man....!!!! God is AWESOME!

Remember...you are Blessed!!!

Monday, July 17, 2006

History Maker

One of my favorite Delirious? songs is "History Maker". I remember the first time I heard that song, it was sung by a church's youth praise band. Then I later heard it sung by Delirious? Just what does it mean to be a History Maker? It means making a mark in history. Making a mark in your life while on earth. So when you are gone, you can be remembered by that distinctive mark you made on earth. Why not let your mark be something that glorifies God. I want to be remembered as someone that cared, loved, shared Gods love, someone that loved God and loved to lift His name on high. Someone that people can come to and I'd always be there for them...to talk....to pray....to be a friend. I want to be able to pray for the sick and they recover. I want people to see Jesus in me. I want my life to show that I'm living for God.

History Maker

Is it true today that when people pray

Cloudless skies will break
Kings and queens will shake
Yes it's true and I believe it
I'm living for you
Is it true today that when people pray
We'll see dead men rise
And the blind set free
Yes it's true and I believe it I'm living for you

I'm gonna be a history maker in this land
I'm gonna be a speaker of truth to all mankind
I'm gonna stand, I'm gonna run
Into your arms, into your arms again
Into your arms, into your arms again

Well it's true today that when people stand
With the fire of God, and the truth in hand
We'll see miracles, we'll see angels sing
We'll see broken hearts making history
Yes it's true and I believe it
We're living for you

Written by Martin Smith ©1996 Curious? Music UK

Tuesday, July 11, 2006

The Truth about PINK

Well, we all know how much I love the color pink. So I thought I’d do some researching on this fab color. After a little searching…I found out some interesting facts.

Definition of PINK:
Pink is a color often made by mixing red and white. This is sometimes described as being a light red, but it is more accurately a bright undersaturated red. Pink can also be used to describe other colors, including some more closely related to magenta than red, such as fuchsia and hot pink. There are many different shades of pink. "Pink" was not a color word known to Shakespeare: it was invented in the 17th century to describe the light red flowers of pinks, flowering plants in the genus Dianthus, possibly named from the "pinked" edges of their petals appearing to have been cut with pinking shears. Pink symbolizes: love, beauty Pink is the color of universal love. Pink is a quiet color. Lovers of beauty favor pink. A pink carnation means "I will never forget you".

Pink Energy
Pink is a combination of red and white. The quality of energy in pink is determined by how much red is present. White is the potential for fullness, while red helps you to achieve that potential. Pink combines these energies. Shades of deep pink, such as magenta, are effective in neutralizing disorder and violence. Some prisons use limited deep pink tones to diffuse aggressive behaviour. Pink provides feelings of caring, tenderness, self-worth and love, acceptance. Put some pink in your life when you want: calm feelings to neutralize disorder relaxation acceptance, contentment


Wearing Pink
Wear pink when you want to present yourself as a peaceful, calm person who is not threatening. The softer shades are very feminine and darker shades will alleviate feelings of friction.

When I'm Wearing Pink
I must say I feel very feminine when I'm wearing Pink. I feel fresh, girly, stylish, fun, and loving. If I'm not wearing Pink...there is Pink somewhere near me...either my cell, my purse, or something.

Colors
Its amazing how colors can change your mood....what are you wearing today? And how is it making you feel?

By the way....Guys "CAN" wear pink. I wouldn't suggest going full blown Pink....but adding a little Pink in your wardrobe is okay. USA Today People Magazine says ""If a guy wears a lot of pink, it's not a big deal," says Maxim's Williams. "It says, 'I'm confident enough to wear pink.' "
There are many shades of Pink you can choose from. Go dark or go light....

The Pink Chick has spoken...........

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Three Years...Oh yeah!



Yesterday was our 3 year anniversary. No, we haven't been married for 3 years, but we started dating 3 years ago. July 5th, 2003. I was thinking about that day a few days ago...and it was awesome. It was so crazy....I had feelings for Mark and he had feelings for me. And instead of telling each other...(we didn't want to ruin our friendship) we kept it to ourselves, until neither one of us could take it anymore...we finally admitted our feelings for each other. I've never been happier.... Mark is so special to me and I'm sooo blessed to have him in my life. I'm also blessed to be his wife and be part of his awesome family.

These pictures were taken July4th,2003....I was so crazy about him and so wanted to tell him....it wasn't till the next day...I couldn't help it, I had to tell him....He felt the same.

And we are still crazy!

Ha ha ha...tryin to be serious!!!!!

Oh I love that man.....he is full of craziness!!!!!!!

Tuesday, June 27, 2006

Love Song Unto Jesus


All I Want Is You
By: Planet Shakers
Album: Open Up The Gates (2003

I’ve waited all my life to be here face to face.I never knew that I could feel this kind of grace.The way You show me that Your blood has washed me clean,Could never be erased; it lives inside of me.

Take me to that secret place, Where I can only see Your Face,And nothing else will ever feel this way.You take away my guilty stains,The things I’ve done that I can’t change,It’s only by the Power of Your name.

I stand here in this place,See the Glory on Your Face,Taken by the wonder of Your name.I’m desperate for Your touch,Never needed it so much,Cause all I want is You.

When all the things around me have fallen to the groundI’m always thankful for the love in You I’ve found.


I was listening to my Planet Shakers CD this morning and the song "All I Want Is You" played. As I listened....it hit me....its a love song unto Jesus. You want to be alone...away...with Jesus. To spend time with Him....to listen to what He wants to tell you.....

I encourage you to take some time today and spend alone with Him....even if its 5 minutes.

After a long day at work, I come home and Bubble and Shanaynay greet me with smiles and high fives....I then like to take the them for a long walk, that usually lasts about 30 minutes and spend time with Jesus. I talk to Him or look around and thank Him for His creation or sing unto Him. My time with Jesus is special....because I know no matter how I feel...He is listening. I don't have to "make sense"....He hears me and knows my heart.

Be Blessed!