Celeb Sightings

Are pretty rare, but in the last 6 months I've seen two. Well I get excited about it anyway. If you keep up with me on Facebook you know that last November Michael Irvin (former wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys)was on the same flight back to Dallas from L.A. as I. I walked right past him in first class to get to my seat. I think he knew I knew who he was. He kind of had a smirk on his face as I past and was literally staring at him. I was 100% sure it was him so I didn't say hi. When I landed at DFW airport I asked my dad to check to see if it was him. My dad confirmed. Still didn't say hi. I never know what to do in those situations. You know the people are trying to be as discreet as possible not to get noticed. But, at the same time you want to say hello!! What would you do in a situation or what have you done? I'd like to hear ya'lls feed back.

Today, was the second time I saw someone. This time it was Derek Harper (former guard for the Dallas Mavericks). He does the pregame and post game show for the Mavericks on channel 21 now. It was so weird I was pulling into the parking lot of 24 Hour fitness and out of the corner of my eye I see him get out of his car. I thought to myself, "that guy looks like he should be somebody." When I got out of my car and passed by he was getting something out of his trunk I was like whoa I think that's Derek Harper. But, once again not 100%. I have to know for sure before I go up to someone. Or think about going up to someone. So, I don't say anything. I go in change clothes and then go up to one of the workers at the front desk. I asked them if that was Derek Harper. The guy replied, a little annoyed if you asked me, yes! How cool is that!! I go get on a machine and notice that he's riding the bike. I workout on the machine for 10 minutes, you know trying to muster up some nerve to go over and say hi. I finally did! I know shocked myself. I went over and said, "I just wanted to say hi and that I really enjoyed the game last night" *The Mavs played game 5 vs. the Spurs the night before and won. It was a sudden death situation.) Derek replied, "Hello darlin". I said, "They haven't played like that in awhile." Derek replied, "They haven't played like that ever." I said, "Well true (in a chuckle)". He said, "Do you think they will win tomorrow?" I said, "I hope so." He thanked me for my support and then I just started to walk away and said it was nice to meet him. He seemed like a really down to earth guy.

I just thought it was the neatest thing. I always think it's cool to see athletes/celebrities out of their normal environment. It doesn't take much as you can see to get me excited! The only other person off the top of my head that I've seen and said hi to was Shawn Bradley (former Maverick). He was walking out of a movie theater as I was walking in. I just nonchalantly said hello as I walk passed. Now he's a tall guy!!

ENUGGET: I guess it's not that bad to go up to someone and say hi. They are people just like you and I. They just have a job that makes them well known. The worst they can do is be rude to you right? I suggest not asking for an autograph. There is a time and place for that kind of stuff.

Working Out

For me it's hard to get motivated to work out. Though after I do, I feel so much better. But, every day it's hard coming home from work and getting up enough energy to go out and do something. Most days I'd rather just eat dinner and sit in front of the T.V.

I used to be pretty fit back in high school and a few years after that I kept up with working out. I even did pretty well this past summer for a few months getting back into it. It felt really good too. I only stopped because I was training for the Susan G. Komen 3-day. It was hard to focus on walking when I was lifting weights too. After the walk, which was in November, I lost one of my toe nails and was in some pain for a week. Never got back into the routine of working out.

For the past two Saturdays I have been going to 24 Hour Fitness for their kickboxing class. This past Saturday I also did Zumba. I think it sparked a little motivation for me. Plus having friends to workout with helps tremendously. So from now on a friend and I will be working out on a regular basis starting tonight.

I have a little over 2 months to get fit for the cruise. Now, I know I don't need to lose any weight, but I am extremely out of shape. I can't walk up a few stairs without huffing and puffing. It's aweful!! I need your support in this. Plus you know in the Bible it says, "Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you? If anyone destroys God's temple, God will destroy him. For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple." (1 Corinthians 3:16-17) If for no other reason we should workout for that alone.



ENUGGET: If you too need a jump start my suggestion is find a workout buddy. You can help keep eachother accountable, motivated,and encouraged. Because if you are anything like me you won't do it on your own.

Be Blessed and keep up the good work!!

Moving Past and Through the Fires

There's a tree called Jack Pine. Here's a brief description of it: New jack pine seedlings grow well after a hot fire. Fire causes the cone of an older jack pine tree to open up and release seeds. Cones that need heat, such as the heat from fire, in order to open are called serotinous cones. When the heat causes the cones to open, seeds are released and fall to the ground. My friend told me about this tree that she was studying with her kids and I thought it was so encouraging to hear that something actually thrives and is created after it has been through a fire.

God did not promise us a life without the "fires". He promised us a life full of hope in His son, Jesus Christ! That one day we would live in eternity with Him. God doesn't throw us into the fire, He allows us to go through it (and He's right there with you) to that we can grow and learn from it and become the person He's created us to be.

What is your "fire" today that you might be going through? Is it the job that's about to end; a bad doctor's report; a foreclosure or bankruptcy; a failed relationship?

"These trials are only to test your faith... It's (faith) being tested as fire tests and purifies gold...." 1 Peter 1:7

My ENUGGET is taken from a sermon that I found from Pastor Marvin Moss. He said, "Don't let life or its circumstances pull you away from God or the things of God. What we must focus on in the midst of the trial is not just what's happening to us, but what's happening in us. God is using the heat of the fire to mold us, to shape us and create in us a pure heart and right spirit. This is why we praise Him! Because despite whatever life throws our way, our God is there to pull us through. We shouldn't just praise God in the good times, because as we all know life is not always a bed of roses. Why do I praise Him? I praise Him because He is so good; because He is faithful; because He always sees me through; because He is my Father; because I love Him.

Instead of concentrating on the negative in your life, thank God for giving you life, health, and strength. Put up the dishes from your pity party; put on the full armor of God; and keep it moving! Encourage yourself in the Lord!"

I don't know about you, but I need the encouragement. I write about these topics not to sound like I know everything because I DON'T. I write because I'm struggling with each and every one of them. This site is just an outlet for me to express myself and in the process I pray the God will use me for His purpose.

To each person their "fire" is a big one. To someone else it may be small, like mine. I feel like other people would feel what I'm experiening is minute, but to me is kind of a big thing.

Be Blessed this week! I'm praying for you!!

Here's a song by Ginny Owens called 'If You Want Me To

The pathway is broken
And the signs are unclear
And I dont know the reason why you brought me here
But just because You love me the way that You do
I will go through the valley
If You want me to

CHORUS:
Now I'm not who I was
When I took my first step
And I'm clinging to the promise
You're not through with me yet
So if all of these trials bring me closer to You
I will go through the fire
If You want me to

It may not be the way I would have chosen
When you lead me through a world that's not my own
But You never said it would be easy
You only said I'll never go alone

So when the whole world turns against me
And I'm all by myself
And I can't hear You answer my cries for help
I'll remember the suffering Your love put You through
And I will go through the valley
If You want me to

A Tribute to Mike Modano

Thursday, April 8, 2010 was possibly the last game Modano will ever play for the Dallas Stars. I was so fortunate to go to the game and very blessed to have had amazing seats about 10 rows back from the players bench! It was very emotional in the American Airlines Center that night. After one of the tv timeouts they showed a video clip of Modano's highlights throughout his career and there was a standing ovation for him for a long time after it. It brought him to tears. I can't imagine how that must of felt after so much hard work and dedication he's put into his career for it to all come to end just like that. Mike Modano only played 15 minutes, but the way he played made it seem he was out there for the majority of it. It was like watching the classic Mike out there with his tying goal and the shoot out goal that won the game for us!

I've enjoyed watching him play for the past 15 years or so! I am happy for him to, that he won the Stanley Cup!! I would love to see him come back for one more year, but someday he has to retire. It would make me very sad to see him play for a different team. I really hope that he doesn't pull an Emmitt Smith! Mike, if you're going to retire, you need to retire with the Dallas Stars!!! Possible ownership of the Stars is a possiblity and would be VERY exciting to have him on board!!!

Thank you Mike Modano for your dedication to the game, to the team, and to the fans of the Dallas Stars!! It was a pleasure to watch you and I pray you be blessed with whatever you decide to do in the future!!

Disappointments

They come from every where in every way! This week for me has been full of them. Wether it be myself or someone else (mostly guys) it's hard to deal with. I'm tired of being disappointed. I Get my hopes up and then they get shot down. I think it's made me cold and aprehensive. Which is not necessarily a good thing.

I will say though my faith is strong in the Lord which has helped me. He will never disappoint. God is always there for you and I know His plans for my life are far greater than the small disappointments people try to throw my way.

ENUGGET: Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
6 In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct[a] your paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Be blessed!!

Love Stories

There are hundreds of movies out there with the classic love story. We love to love them and we love to hate them!!! They are all the same. Boy meets girl next door some way or another and they fall madly in love with each other and live happily ever after!! I think we love them, because we want that to happen to us or it already has in some fashion. We hate them (well at least us single folk) because it hasn't happened. I'm a sucker for a good love story. I know they are so predictable, but they get me every time. Every time though I seem to leave more depressed than when I go in. I shouldn't let that happen I know.

My friend keeps telling me that when we do get married we're going to look back at our singles lives and be thankful we had as much time to ourselves as we did.

ENUGGET: Enjoy being single. I know I already harpped on this subject a little bit a few weeks ago. Enjoy the bliss the movie brings, but don't let it get you down. If anything let it bring you hope! I love that song by Reba McIntyre entitled 'Somebody'. It rings so true. That next someone that you meet or talk to or already know my be your special someone.

2 Corinthians 5:14-15

How do you start your day? Do you put God first?

“For Christ's love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again.”- 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Are you living for Christ today?

Be Blessed!

P.S. Having somewhat of writer's block. Didn't want to leave you with nothing for awhile, so hope this scripture encourages you!

You're Beautiful

It's been awhile, I appologize!

This topic of beauty. It's hard to feel it sometimes. Most days I just want to wake up, put on my jeans and tshirt, and walk out the door. I find that when I do take my time though, and put on a nicer shirt and a nice pair of pants, some makeup, and fix my hair, I tend to feel a lot better about myself. Even a little pretty.

God created you in His image. That means you are the MOST BEAUTIFUL creation. Yes, it's nice when someone gives us a compliment, but most important is the God of this universe and your Lord and Savior created you for Him and His purpose! Your source of self worth, beauty, and joy should come from Him and Him alone. No person can do that for you! You are beautiful just the way you are.

Here's a song by Bethany Dillon 'Beautiful'

I was so unique
Now I feel skin deep
I count on the make-up to cover it all
Crying myself to sleep cause I cannot keep their attention
I thought I could be strong
But it's killing me

Does someone hear my cry?
I'm dying for new life

[Chorus]
I want to be beautiful
Make you stand in awe
Look inside my heart,
and be amazed
I want to hear you say
Who I am is quite enough
Just want to be worthy of love
And beautiful

Sometimes I wish I was someone other than me
Fighting to make the mirror happy
Trying to find whatever is missing
Won't you help me back to glory

[Chorus]

You make me beautiful
You make me stand in awe
You step inside my heart, and I am amazed
I love to hear You say
Who I am is quite enough
You make me worthy of love and beautiful

Does that sound like you?


ENUGGET: YOU are quite enough! YOU are worthy of love and are beautiful!! Jesus loves you! I love you!!

Be blessed!!!