The Wind

A Strong Wind is coming. Am I prepared for it? I'm afraid but it's too late, I've made my choice to weather the storm and I feel as though I'm prepared to handle it now. The last storm that hit was fierce. I almost lost my life. I'm not looking forward for what's to come but I refuse to let this storm ruin me. It's scary. I can see the clouds forming. The darkness is starting to blanket the light. I become so terrified that I contemplate a change of heart. No, I have to face this storm, I must. Yes, I'm afraid but it's necessary, if I must conquer this fear, I must endure the Mighty wind to come! "Please Help Me! " I cry out. " I need you to help me!" I now begin to run to find shelter. I can't seem to find anywhere to go. Now the Wind has begin to blow hard, trying to blow me down immediately, with no time to run for cover. Then I can see the clouds look like they are starting to break up. "Wow, the storm's over already?" I say to myself. "That Wasn't so bad." "Hmm, It wasn't as horrible as I thought It'd be." but just when I feel the storm is over and I think I can hold my head up high and triumphantly shout " I did it and I'm still alive!"..the next Gust of Wind, like the beginnings of a Hurricane, come again, this time much worse and much more fierce than ever before. I try to run but I know I can't. This Wind is beating down on me so hard and so fiercely, that I have no choice but to trudge my way over to a tall Oak Tree and cling tightly to it and pray "Lord, Lord, please make this stop, it's devastating me..I feel as though I'm gonna die" "I'm scared and it hurts and I'm afraid I'm going to get blown away but even still, I will praise you Lord, even if it's the last thing I do!" The Strong Violent winds destroy everything around me and completely demolish all that I have known and loved. I continue to cling to this Tall and strong Oak Tree, and for some reason, it's not going anywhere ....It hasn't been swept up by the raging winds..It's still standing..It's roots are still intact. I can't believe it. I'm amazed by its strength. The Storm begins to settle down and eventually dies down to a soft gentle breeze. I let go of the tree unwillingly but just for a moment so that I can see the actual devastation around me. What's left is utter chaos. A Desolate and barren land. Sadness begins to sweep over me until a slight tug on my heart reminds me.."but look at you..you're unharmed..you are alive!" I make my way back to that Strong Giant of an Oak Tree and hug it and say "You saved my life!" "I'm ok..because I clung to you...Your strength is what kept me from being swept away by the fierce winds!" I look at my body and there are a few little scratches, a couple of small bruises but nothing that seems life threatening. I am so grateful. I am speechless. I stare at the Beautiful Stoic Tree and decide that I must stay by this tree forever. I find that it's branches and leaves provide me with a cool pleasant shade to rest under. I suddenly feel so at peace that I don't notice that I am lying down in a bed of fresh green grass under this wonderful tree and happily trailing off into a deep sleep. I'm not afraid to sleep now, I'm not even afraid to awake in the midst of a turbulent storm again. I know that where I am will be a safe haven. I know that I may get a few more bumps and bruises but as long as I stay nestled beside this beautiful Tree and cling to it's branches when the Storm Winds really begin to blow.. I will be safe. What a Wonderful feeling. I can deeply sleep now. I can slumber peacefully until I am awakened again. Rest for a new day..whatever comes my way. I can feel the breeze blow on my face and every thing's ok....Ahh..Peaceful Slumber under my Tall Oak Tree....

"Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: and the rains descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock." Matthew 7:24-25

American Christians, why are you ignoring the truth?

Today is election day. I suppose a historic day for our nation but Historic is not the word I'm thinking of right now. I'm sad, really sad. I knew our nation was getting more perverse by the minute but I'm becoming increasingly aware of just how far this nation has fallen away from God. This election isn't about politics at all. It isn't about change. The last thing we need is Obama's idea of change. This is a popularity contest plain and simple. Sad, but true.

What has been the saddest of all, is how far the church has fallen away from the truth. You know how many self proclaimed evangelical christians are throwing their support to Mr. Obama? I've encountered quite a few actually. I've even noticed some televangelists are also getting on the Obama bandwagon, without a care in the world as to how dangerous their decision is. What happened to believing in the whole word of God? What happened to voting morality, righteousness and truth? How can these so called christians walk into a voting booth and cast aside their conscience? Have these "christians" really sought God on this election? Do they even have the Holy Spirit's discernment? Where did it go? Don't they see what they're doing?

Mr. Obama isn't a Godly man, C'mon! Can't these people see that? Are these "Christians"setting aside what they say they believe and deciding to vote on just the "issues"? Well, isn't God's holy word an issue? Isn't Abortion (which God hates) and Homosexuality (which God Abhors) issues that we should be paying attention to and voting on? These are the issues! Thee most important issues of all! Why aren't these "christians" seeing that? Well, I believe it's because they don't want to. I believe it's because they really don't Love God. I'm not afraid to say that either. They can scream and yell at me all they want, but I believe it's true! I don't believe these supposed christians are even saved! How can you be if you can turn your face away from what God so clearly states in his word (our instruction book for this life) and vote on things so completely contrary to that very instruction book? What is your argument? I want to know! Why is it that you can say that you believe in Jesus and his word and still continue on to the voting booth, where you'll cast your ballot for Senator Barack Obama, a man who has proven he not only has no regard for human life but also supports the unions of 2 men or 2 women? Do you know how God feels about these things? Of course you do, but you go on ignoring them, proclaiming that you are still a christian and you have a close relationship with the savior of the world. Well, I have news for you. You're the same kind of people who will welcome the Anti-christ with open hearts and Arms because you have no discernment. Your ideas are so far from God's that you have deceived yourselves!

Also, why do I constantly hear from these "Christian" men and women that they are voting for Barack Obama because ..."as a black man or woman, this is the ethical thing to do!.."

and to that I say what????
???
Since when does Race come before almighty God? If there were a Godly black man running for President of the United States of America, I would run, not walk to Vote for this man as our new leader, without a doubt. If there was a Godly Hispanic Man running for President, I'd not only run to the polls but on the way to the polls, I'd crank up the "Mexican Hat Dance Song" or "Lowrider" on my car c.d. player:-) Of course a Hispanic President would be the bees knees (being as though I'm half mexican american) but if this man were Hispanic and his views were completely contrary to what the bible says..I would NOT vote for him! No way no how! Regardless of him being Mexican OR Hispanic for that matter.

You see, I am not voting for McCain because I think he is "my boy" (as i've heard many "christian" voters say about Obama) or even because I think that they are the answer to this country. I'm voting (I voted) for him simply because I WILL not give my vote to Senator Obama! He has proven that he has no regard for unborn life and he has proven this by voting against the born alive protection act . An Act that would provide care to a baby born alive after an abortion. He also vowed to sign the freedom of choice act as one of the first things he will do in office. You "Christians" with Children should be ashamed of yourselves for voting for this man!


I'm NOT a republican and I'm DEFINITELY not a Democrat. I'm a Christian. I'm a christian who loves Christ Jesus. I love what Christ Loves and Hates what Christ hates. If you say you are a christian, you'd feel the same. I'm not asking you to vote for McCain and Palin, God forbid I become political, but I DO ask you to vote according to God's word and I know that I know that I know that Having Barack Obama as president is not what God wants. Or, maybe it is what God wants, to set the plan in motion, as foretold to us in the book of revelation. Maybe this is what is supposed to happen in order for the whole series of events that were told to us in the bible to get us ready for the return of Christ. Who knows? But what I do know is that I'm listening to Jesus. I'm listening to his heart and his word. If you say you love Jesus, you need to do the same. Stop putting your own ideas ahead of God. I'd hate for you to be judged for this on judgement day.

Sundays are now Fun days!

I use to dread Sundays. That sounds bad, cause I love going to church with the fam and all, but hated after church was over cause we always had to jet home so that Joe could get to bed for his 11pm-7am shift. Now, Joe's been on 2nd shift, which means he gets to have 2 weekend days off and he's even able to stay up late with me and hang out! Today was such a gorgeous fall day. It has been amazingly sunny and warm! We took our usual 1 hour drive to Church this morning and came home this afternoon and had a fantastic lunch/dinner (if i do say so myself). We spent the night hanging out, eating some homemade salsa and chips and just chatted. After a while, I called the boys over to the kitchen table to have fun with some edible peanut butter play dough. They love it and I love watching them enjoy it! Daddy joined us and had some fun eating a bit of it too.
I always try to stop and take in the moment cause I know that these moments come and go so quickly. I just stared at my beautiful sweet little boys and couldn't believe that Joe and I made them. They are both so uniquely different but both so equally fun and witty. I continued to stare and stare, mesmerized by their every facial expression and movement. These are days that I don't want to end. I now love Sundays and I look forward to them. God is so good to us and every day I get to spend with my 3 guys, is a great day! :-)

Frustrating Fall Fridays :-D

Grrr..it's a frustrating afternoon! It's absolutely gorgeous outside and it's Halloween. No, I'm not too thrilled about that but we do have our little Gospel Punkins outside on the front steps and have some little gospel goodie bags awaiting to be snatched up by some eager little trick or treaters. I'm just a bit frustrated cause I'm tired and Jadon won't sleep and I need to clean but feel overwhelmed by all that needs to be done. Still, I'm so thankful for these little dudes that I am privileged to care for. Also, I'm looking forward to my adorable husband coming home early from work! Regardless of being a bit perturbed, I absolutely LOVE Fridays! :-D