One of my favorite boys is Justin. He might not know it but I really admire and love him. I'm sure he only feels like I'm posting this because he "rat-ed" me out for not posting about him along with a picture but I do love him, his strength and his wisdom.  

Amazing Youth

I have recently been called to serve in the Young Women organization as the Mia Maid advisor and I couldn't be more thrilled because the girls are amazing! I am extremely impressed with the youth these days. They are faced with so many trials but they have such strong testimonies and truly have a deep understanding of the Gospel.

I laugh, I cry, I cheer on their accomplishments and teach them. Actually to be perfectly honest, I learn so much from them and admire them more than they would ever know. Heavenly Father knows me and has blessed me with the opportunity to serve these Young Women. With the church's new curriculum COME UNTO CHRIST, I am able to teach these girls patterned by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  This way of teaching has been a wonderful way to bring all the girls together and has opened the door of communication and discussion but more importantly has invited the Spirit. It is magnifigant the blessings that has come from this method of teaching.

A Higher Education

I HAVE FOUR CHILDREN. 

 ALL FOUR CHILDREN ARE ENROLLED IN COLLEGE!

I am one proud mother.  It has been a long journey raising children as a single mother but it is rewarding when you see your children take steps to further their education.

Nicholas is taking online courses. After all his military training as a Combat Medic, his goal is to become a Physician Assistant.

Justin is living in Winterpark, Florida and is enrolled at Rollins College.  Currently, he is undecided on his major although he is throwing around the idea of a Psychology as a major.

Miranda is taking classes at Tarrant County College.  She is uncertain what she wants to persue as her major although she is such a great writer and enjoys helping people.  Writing/Journalism? Psychologist?  Both ideas she has been thinking about. 

Hunter got accepted to Sam Houston State University and will begin classes in the Fall.  His major is Mass Communication with an emphasis on Film.  

I couldn't be prouder of my children and their accomplishments.  They are AMAZING!!!!!

Back to Back State Gymnastic Champions

Seeing from my title, I indicated that there were back to back state gymnastic championships. Obviously, I had not blogged last years event so I am highlighting them both.

Saginaw High School has an awesome boys gymnastic team. For the past 2 years, SHS has won the State Meet.  And for the past 2 years, the team has gone undefeated all season long.

To breakdown just how impressive this is, let me try to explain.  Say the gymnasts have a total of 12 meets per year.  If they win their meet and their scores outrank an opponients score around the state, they win that meet as well.  So in retrospect, they have scored higher than all the teams throughout the state and they essentially won approximately 130 meets.  So instead of a 0-12 score, theirs would appear as 0-130.  No losses and 130 wins.  IMPRESSIVE!

Hunter has been District & Regional Champs in several of his events both years and has placed in the top 10 in his events both years.

I am extremely proud of Hunter and his teammates.

Adelynn & Logan...my precious grandbabies!

You know that I haven't blogged in a long time when I have not posted pictures of my precious grandbabies.  Here are some of my favorite pictures.

"A Little Slice of Heaven"

I love to travel, I love meeting new people and I love history. That is why I fell in love with Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia..."A Little Slice of Heaven", I always say.  This place was one of the most amazing places I have ever been fortunate to visit and I look forward to visiting again.

I was hired through the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation to work at the prestigious Williamsburg Inn. I worked alongside some amazing chefs.  My Executive Chef was Travis Brust, who as I worked with him got selected to compete in an International chef competition AND won 1st place in his category and 3rd overall.  My Executive Sous Chef was Scott Watson and he, along with Chef Travis and Chef Mel were selected as guest chefs for the prestigious James Beard Competition in New York City.  They represented the Inn magnificently.  Thank you for the honor & privilege you entrusted in me to be your Pastry Extern.  I appreciate the opportunity you gave for me to grow and learn in this industry.  

Williamsburg Inn

Colonial Williamsburg is known as the "Revolutionary City". This was our Nations first Capitol before relocating to Richmond.  The streets of CW are transformed into a living museum and "residents" educate guests on what life was like during the Colonial Period.  You get a chance to tour through the homes and shops and learn about the history of these homes and purchase items that were customary in the day.  All of the items are made on property; the bricks, the paint, baskets, etc. that are used in the upkeep of the area. Dine in a local tavern and enjoy food and drinks that were available to our forefathers.  The streets are adorned with horse drawn carriages and residents play games on the lawn and you have an opportunity to join in on the fun.  Daily the members of the Fife & Drum line march along Duke of Gloucester Street engaging guests with their uplifting music.  It is truly a sight to see.

How to make yarn demonstration

Revolutionary Soldier

Revolutionary Soldiers

Colonial Nursery

Playing games

Colonial Shops

Learning from our past

Actors from "Cry Witch" play

A glimpse into the past

One of my favorite stores...I love the bonnets

The Palace

A stroll on a beautiful day

Revolutionary games played by the cutest little boy.

Fife & Drum Members

Life Changes & Highlights

Where do I even begin?  It has been sooooo long since my last post and I would have regrets if I did not blog about my experiences, so...here goes!