Heaven gained a Angel

Yesterday I found out that my pastor from Richland Baptist passed away while out taking a walk and picking up cans in a church parking lot not too far from his home.  Bro. Billy Hill was one of the greatest man I knew.  I have so many memories of him from church and out of church.  Every single time I came to church he would always take his time to ask everyone how there were doing and ask if they needed anything and catch up what has been going on that week.  He always brought a smile to everyone's face and was always handing out big hugs.  This world will not be the same without him but I can only hope for myself to strive to live my life to the fullest like Bro. Billy did.  Always giving a helping hand, praying for everyone, and being there for us when we needed someone the most.  Not being judging but just listening.  I know a lot of people were touched by him and many lives were changed because of him.  I found this quote last night and it has helped me a little through Bro. Billy passing and I hope this might help a little with someone else. 

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone, must stay that way; I found that peace at close of day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh; a kiss.. ah yess these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow. I wish you sunshine for tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much; good friends, good times, a loved one's touch. Perhaps my time seemed all to brief, don't lengthen it with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, he set me free.  

Still can't believe that Bro. Billy is gone but i know he is in a better place and will always be watching over us just like he has in the past. Can't wait till I see your smiling face again and get a big ole bear hug from you!

The Help

Last night we went over to Kendall and Ashley's to eat super which by the way was awesome.  Had some turkey and grilled vegetables YUMMY.  Anyways, we have been wanting to see this movie for a while now and they had told us they had it there.  I have to say this is one of the best movies I have watched in a long long time.  The whole time I was moved.  My emotions were everywhere when watching this.  How can anyone treat someone like they were nothing is beyond me.  I always think that I treat people the way I wanted to be treated and hope that I have never displayed any of these actions to anyone.  It makes you think more and more about how you should treat someone as equals not think of someone to be any less just because of their color of their skin or  religion, etc.  I see sometimes these days how people treat each other and it makes me sick to my stomach that really times haven't changed.  People are losing more and more respect of each other when is it ever okay to treat someone any less than you think you deserve to be treated.  I hope that after anyone watches this learns to be more conscious of their actions and then maybe just once someone sees you acting the way you should and they learn that is how you should act.  I hope one day I can teaches the values in my children so the actions that I have seen some much isn't being passed down every generation. Breaks my heart that this world can be so cruel.

How is it GOING

Well I feel like I have totally forgotten all about writing in here.  It has been over 2 months since I have been able to write.  Lets see what has been going on since I have been on here last.  We had a awesome Christmas vacation.  Glad that we got to see the whole family and got to spend a little more time with Mandy and Mike and the boys.  Justin and I always love getting to spend time with them.  We feel like we can't get enough of them.  Especially since it is for only the holidays and we feel like we are missing so much since they are in Alabama.  For the new year we spent it at Judy and Juniors as usual and we always have a great time with friends and of course family.  In January we had a surprise birthday party for my dad.  Well I am not sure you can call it a surprise the day of the party we are setting everything up then he comes home early to find us decorating.  Jackson said to him " pa pa come see come see" he shows him the garage and says " pa pa's balloons"  I swear that boy has got everyone wrapped around his finger so much!  Dad of course told all of us that there was no need for us going out of our way to do this for him but he doesn't realize exactly how much we would do for him and how grateful we are for him.  He has shown me to be the very best I can be and look up to him so much not only how to make myself be the best person to be but also how to show someone you love them!  I know I don't say it enough but I love him to pieces! On to February the month of LOVE!  I was very surprised when I asked Justin if he would go to sips and strokes with me and even more shocked when we went and he L-O-V-E-D it.  We went to eat first with Kendall and Ashley then headed over to paint and drink some wine.  Our picture was perfect for us even though it didn't look exactly like the one they showed us :) but I can't wait till we go back!  We shall see what we paint next.  On Valentine's day I received a very pretty bouquet of roses and a balloon.  That night we cooked at home and snuggled with the other love of our lives little tember two!  Oh I forgot to mention that he got me the Breaking Dawn movie!!!!  Yes we watched it as soon as I opened it.  If you talk to Justin he will tell you it is the stupidest movie ever but deep down inside he loves it.  Why else would he know everyone names and be able to tell you anything about it when asked :)  This past weekend Kendall came over and helped Justin do a little bit around the house.  I am proud to say my hubby and cousin fix our sink in the guest bathroom and now when anyone comes over they can actually use the water YAY.  If anyone knows me and has been at my house no one knows how excited I am about this!!!!!  I went in the bathroom probably a good 10 times just to turn the water on.  Later on the afternoon I went to Ashley's house to go to a mixer on Advocare.  Can't wait to try the product and see how it helps me.  I am glad to say that I can't wait to get healthier and prolong my life and hopefully help Justin become healthier too. 

On to Justin and I.  I am happy to say the we love the marriage life not saying that it comes with the stress from day to day, but am glad to know that we are able to help each other and talk through our problems.  We know why everyone says the first year is the hardest.  We make it a point each day to work through things and talk about everything.  We have to learn to rely on each other since we are both use to being independent (which this is my biggest problem).  My heart has grown so much since I have met Justin and it keeps getting bigger and bigger.  Enough of all this mushy stuff. I swear next time it wont be so long for to me catch everyone up on what is going around the James' household!  Till next time take care and love you!


PS- Forgot to let everyone know that we are excited that we got our wedding pictures in the weekend!  I can't wait till I get to hang some in our home!  YAY  Here are a couple of my favorite I hope you enjoy!