My daily dosage.

By day the Lord directs His love, at night his song is with me, a prayer to the Lord of my life.

Psalm 42:8

God, I want to praise you for all the things you are teaching me. Holy Spirit surround me and help me to remain in your shadow always. It is late tonight… as I walk over to my children’s room while they sleep and over to my husband as he works on his computer I feel a sense of wholeness, a sense of peacefulness and a sense of belonging. I am moved, my spirit is encouraged and I know that God holds me in his arms.

I recall at the age of thirteen looking out of an apartment window in New Orleans, LA watching the rain pour down fiercely….my heart ached… the rain a reflection of my life. I didn’t understand the things that were going on in my life at that time. I had suicidal thoughts. It was then at that moment I felt my Heavenly Father’s arms embrace me, my head resting on His chest….how I cried and cried that night.  Somehow God showed me He was never going to leave me and that I would never feel alone. I cannot describe how much that night changed me, nor can I describe how I actually felt God’s embrace…I just did. Lord, I know that you remember that night, thank-you, thank-you so much, my heart is forever yours. I love you. I know that you will never leave me nor forsake me.

A New Season

As we approach a new season, a new season of life also approaches for my family and I.  It has been an emotional ride, however I assure you the end has been ever so sweet. Since the change ocurred I knew there would be a light not only at the end of the tunnel but as we traveled through that tunnel. I know this is not the end. The daylight embarks and slowly awakens me to fresh air, fresh ideas and fresh thoughts. I am thrilled at the possibilities. I know now that God was only protecting us from something that will be unveiled within time. Time will definately take its toll and define the thin line of what is right and what is wrong and what clearly defines those boundaries. It is jaw-dropping to discover how many birdies will sing after the fact. God is slowly weeding out those with prudent and humble hearts only to preserve just that.

Move Accomplished.

I think we are all settled in, except my brain! It’s been one crazy ride that’s for sure. I am completely exhausted from the move, yet anxious to get back into a routine, for the kids sake of course. Lots and lots happening…all good, thank God. Isaac became a member of the chamber of commerce here in SA and will most definitely link up with other business owners, thats a given. We have run into several people already needing business….God again. Talk about from Best Buy(someone he met there) to 5050 Broadway (a delicious burger joint by the way) to somebody wanting to start a golfing business and not to mention a company here in SA wanting to contract Isaac out. It is mind-blowing! I know he will do fine, it is only a matter of time until he establishes himself.

Meanwhile I want to give a shout-out to

“Last Minute Movers“,   the company that helped us move (by the way, Isaac , my husband did their website). They did a terrific job, I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you so much Frank, his lovely wife, Natasha Tingle, and all your guys, you all rock. I pray that God blesses your business and family ten-fold. Thank you so much for your encouraging words, believe me they were heartfelt.

Here are some pics from the move:

   Ready for the move. Blury, but too cute not to include.

 Their little faces can be interpreted so many ways, my baby boys.

  Can’t believe we’re actually moving!

   Filler up.

   Isaac driving truck, following behind with kiddos and family.

  Getting close to San Antonio.

       Oh so so tired and so so precious. My motivation and inspiration for everything.

Also, thank you mom, dad, Ofie, Brandon and his sweet wife, Renee  for helping us with the move up here. Renee thank you so much for keeping the kiddos entertained, you were awesome. By the way, I hope your foot gets better.  And thank you for the card, that was so nice of you guys. You all are welcome up here anytime, we mean it. 

Well I am taking vacation starting Thursday, August the 16th. I will start fresh on August the 28th except here in SA. I’ve already been in contact with my new supervisors and they seem pretty cool. The day of the move I received a call from one of them, they wanted to test my Spanish skills…well I passed with flying colors…so go-figure, I will be getting paid bilingual salary! Now, I will be honest, coming into this job I did not speak it at all. Now I understand it very well, however I did not speak it. Yeah that sounds weird, but growing up my parents spoke to me in Spanish and I responded in English, so I guess there you have it. Well I set a goal for myself to pick it up. There was a time that I had to attend numerous Adult Day Care enrollment events for my job, so I made it a point to sit with the Hispanic Senior Citizens and to chat about their lives. Boy, did I learn it quick, Spanish was the only way we communicated, I had to or I would not be able to complete my tasks. I have great respect for our elder population. You can sure learn a lot, that is where wisdom lies. I also saturated myself in the Spanish/English dictionary. Not only that, but when my biological mother lived with us in Corpus, all we spoke was Spanish. Now, moving to San Antonio gives me a whole different perspective on my culture. I feel honored by my origin and love who God made me. I am proud to be Hispanic, I absolutely love it.  Whatever God made you, be proud of your roots and know that God does not  make mistakes. “He does not called the qualified, he qualifies the called” (a mentor of mine, emailed me an inspiring story and at the end of that story was this quote). So true! Can’t wait to post more about our journey.

SPEECHLESS

I am aw-struck….no words can possibly describe how I feel as I stand back and watch God’s hand move in our lives. I will be honest, it has been several years Isaac and I have asked God the question of “where’s our miracle?” Time and time again, we would hear about somebody being blessed in a huge way, wether their mortgage was paid off by an anonymous person, someone was healed completely of a terminal illness, and well you get the picture! Isaac and I were of course happy for them, but there was just something that was missing….I wanted to be a part of a miracle and have my own testimony…ultimately giving God the praise. It something that grows you as a Christian, well to be upfront, I don’t think I had done much growing for those past couple of years. So here we are, and I will say it again….in the midst of a miracle. Its not by my works but that of a divine and preordained doing. God knows exactly when and what time is perfect……He sure does.

Today another piece of that miracle happened. Now that we are moving to San Antonio this Friday, we realize that we more than likely will need another vehicle to fit the bigger city. We were fine with one vehicle in Corpus, but yeah that won’t last over there very long. Well Isaac had sent out an email today to close friends and family to inquire if anyone knew of anyone else possibly selling a vehicle, you know that type stuff. Later on that day Isaac got a call from a good friend and stated he heard we were looking for a vehicle…..he also said he wanted to give us his vehicle for whatever price. His exact words were, “Whatever you decide, cut that figure in half and we have a deal, I’ll accept as little as a dollar or as much as a dollar.” Now I have seen his vehicle before and its very nice, excellent condition. I have no words to say other than that I think I don’t have any nails left. I have been biting them, anxious to write this post. I am moved beyond words. God bless this couple in an unbelievable way, a way that only you can. Thank you so much for bringing friendships into our lives like this one.

Our good Friends

About three weeks ago, Isaac & I had dinner with our good friends, Brando and Lori. I met them through a previous job of mine. Since then we have stayed in contact. It’s so neat to see where life takes people. They recently graduated with their Master’s Degree in Psychology…..you go guys!! They are supposed to get married……like anyday people….ha, ha, J/K! We are still waiting for the day. Lori is such a sweet person, she could be like a sister. She and Brando make a good couple, they’re perfect for each other. Anyhow, we had dinner @ Logan’s Roadhouse. It was really good. That was the third time Isaac & I had been there. The sweet potato is awesome by the way! It was nice to get away and just relax. Lots of jokes….and laughing, of course! That’s what makes life sweet….food, fun and friends.

  Lori and Brando                                      Me and Lori

  Isaac and me                                           Isaac and Brando

The Miracle continues….

Oh man am I on cloud 9…..& it’s all because of the good Lord. God you are awesome and I know you are orchestrating everything. Your timing is so so perfect. Today just put things over the top.

It all began a couple of weeks ago. I had put a buz in my boss’s ear about me possibly moving to San Antonio, was not for sure at the time, but just wanted to be up-front with her from the beginning. I am surprised she took it very well. Now I have to give a shout out to my boss, she is an amazing person, I love her. Her name is Martha and she has always had my back since my college years. We go back, I actually did my internship under her supervision. Anybody who knows me, knows I absolutely love my job. I work from home, my job provided me with a laptop. I am an Outreach Counselor and my primary responsibility is to educate Medicaid recipients and to enroll them under managed care. I always say, “I have my cake and I eat it too!” I have the best of both worlds. I am productive in my career and productive as a mother/wife, and that to me screams success. Yes I am patting myself on the back, heck I worked hard to get here, so why not! Well anyhow, lots of changes lately….I have to admitt I was saddened to be leaving my job…..even more so….what would I do for medical coverage for my family. As some of you may know, my husband is launching his business in San Antonio, and yeah there is no money for insurance right now….so what to do??? I started talking to God about it and questioning things, but I knew He would come through, He always has.

Well, my boss, assured me, “You let me know when you do move to San Antonio and I will contact the Regional Manager in that area and see if there is a position available for you.” I thought that was so kind and considerate of her. So things were moving right along….got approved for the house and now the date is set……so I let her know that the 15th of August would be my last day. She got on the phone, called the San Antonio supervisor and was also in communication with her supervisor up in Austin. Martha got back to me and asked if I would be available for a phone interview with the SA supervisor on Friday (today) @ 8:30 a.m. Of course I said yes! The interview went well. I received an email a couple of hours later informing me that the job was mine! What made me feel extra special was that San Antonio did not have a position available, however because of my boss’s recommendation and high compliments, they made an exception. SA sup also made it a point to say, “We all agree that you are a good worker and we don’t want to lose you.” Not only that, it is more pay and all of my family will have excellent health and dental coverage. It is the same job, it will be home-based. I just want to cry. Thank you Lord, for always being there for me.  

Needless to say, Isaac and I went out on a date to celebrate. It was nice to spend quality time with my husband. I am so proud of him, he has truly come a long way. I can see his excitement and his readiness for something huge. He’s ready, we’re ready for God’s abundance. God you know the plans…..make them happen, to God be the glory.