I truly appreaciate my husband and my family. Some times things are not good. But overall God has really blessed me. More post to come........

Day of Happiness and Sorrow

Today was a pure miracle. The wonderful but small church are members of, saw about 225 visitors come for our Christmas Gift Giveaway in which we gave away prizes and toys to some n families in need in our area. I was in charge of registration which although I had a headache after it was overall a great experience. We even had 6 people received the Holy Ghost. If you dont know what the Holy Ghost is, read the book of Acts in the bible. It is something that will completely change your life. On a sad note, another young celeb died. 8 mile actress Brittany Murphy died of cardiac arrest today. It is very sad that yet another young person died so suddenly. It makes me happy to hug my kids, and for every breath. You wonder why I serve God and why God is a big part of my life. It is because at the end of the day, God is the only thing that matters and seeing Him in Eternity. God help me to remember how precious life is,

(That is OHALLEYCAT, she is relaxing)

I drove my husband to breakfast this morning at a local diner. And yes, I drove on the hwy. Woo Hoo! I am really excited, but nervous about this License thing. But I can do ALL things through Christ! Watched The Proposal today, and was very entertained. I needed a mental break from all the planning for our Christmas Event at church, pressure to get my drivers' license and all the schoolwork. Right now, I am relaxing at home, the dogs are quiet and peaceful, Bing is eating, Bella is sleeping and so is Daddy. Ahhhhhhh peace and quiet.

RIP Chris Henry

Chris Henry, NFL Player dead at 26.

It substained injuries from truck incident following a domestic dispute. I am not 100% sure what happened by, but a young life was cut short. I am praying his family and his fiancee Loleini Tonga (who was involved in the domestic dispute, let's remember not to point fingers, but to pray.

Jesus Take the Wheel

After finishing a long and successful morning of driving, I received a call from my part time job that I have been working so hard to get the license for, saying that I missed training on Monday and I am wondering if I have a job. It has been such a busy month. I will leave it in God's Hands. I have full-time school, I am a full time mom and wife, Outreach Director at church, and really trying hard to balance that and trying to get this right for this job. I really want this job and I want my boss to see my efforts. Well, Lord you know.

So, this the setup for the Ladies Tea we had Monday night at church. It was lovely. We had little finger sandwiches and drank tea out of fine china. It was a little uncomfortable for me, because I am not really the tea and finger sandwiches type. But due to crazy PMS, I scarved three or four of those finger sandwiches and ate two or three desserts. Yeah. I guess I was hungry. Did I mention I have been craving Honey Bunches of Oats? I am eating like I am pregnant. But of course, I am not. My husband is on a baby making strike, so for right now I am content with my house full of kids and pets.

Goodnight all

3 weeks until the big driver's test

So.... I dont have a driver's license. I grew up with two working parents who never had the time to help with anything especially driving. I then lived in a large city which most people took transit. So, I have a dream part time job opportunity, but I need to have a drivers license to work there. Did I mention that I have to drive a 18 passenger van? Okay, so I am trying to stay calm and I really trust God here. Oh, one more thing.... learning to drive in Minnesota winters...sigh.

Bring on the church hats

Sunday was a very emotional and stormy day and I am proud to say I am still here and loving my Jesus. I dont want share all the details and risk an angry husband. *smile*

Tonight is the Ladies tea at church. Basically, this is as close as I get to a Black church (meaning the fashion), a bunch of ladies most in their 30's-60's wear silly hats and sip out of fine china. It is actually a fun time. Me always the rebellious (LOL) one will probally wear my punk Haraku jacket and some tall boots. Oh, I am really not that rebellious, but I have an adventourous and fun side. I have a fun and fierce side, who love green tshirts and long flowing babydoll dress, and rhinestone studded flip flops while a french manicure. That may not sound fierce but if you only knew.

When boxers attack....

Boxers are loving, good with kids, loyal, and so cute! BUT can be highly distructive!

We went to Walmart for about 40 minutes, and put the 1 yr old boxer in his crate and came home to find him out and a hole in the basement door, not to mention a large hole in the crate which is totally not useable. ( we only put him in there when we leave the house)

My house looks like tornado hit. Bing has all his toys and junk in the living room and also my bedroom. I have clothes to clean, more homework to do and did I mention I need to go to store and cook? I am procrastinating today and I have to auducity to say I am bored. *smile*. Ohalleycat is on the bed chilling, while Bella is sleeping for now. WOO hoo. Daddy is still out and Bing is somewhere in the house making art work. My neighborhood is super quiet and full of snow. So.... we are doing this thing called " Back to Basics" Living created by me. Due to lack of child care and Bing having some challenges, we decided for me to stay home for awhile. Basically, we live simply, no more satelite tv, downgrading cell phone plans, using one car, and getting our mortgage restructured. We are in the beginning stages of this and it can be difficult. I had been the high income earner for years, until recently. I work occassionally doing odd jobs, like babysitting, or helping out at a local treatment center. But every few months, I get all gong ho about working full time again, I apply and get a job and I am telling you God shuts it down each time. Both of my recent jobs ended due to me having serious illness happen to me. So, I am learning just to fall back and listen to God. I don't know if you have noticed this, but God is very important to me. I am a crazy and fun girl but at the end of the day, I have growing relationship with God. I have survived a tramatic rape, being molested, homeless and much more to be where I am today. I am still a work in progress though.....

Saturday Morning

Daddy was off work last night and so, as usual, my son who is scared of his own shadow, made a bed on the floor at the foot of the bed ( instead of going in his well furnished room). My toddler slept in between Daddy and myself. The Bichon mix slept on the floor, while the Boxer pup who usually sleeps in the room, slept in his crate. At 6 am, Daddy (my husband) would not stop talking to me, although I am usually a Chatty Kathy, I ignored him. 6:30, the boxer pup wakes up making awful noises ( a sign he has to go potty.) Go downstairs and notice he had chewed a hole in his crate, had drool himself a puddle. Let dogs out to potty, gave Boxer a bath. Now, I am up and crabby. Ugh, PMS. Daddy proceeds to cook eggrolls which make me want to puke. Homework time, I then complete an essay on the digestion system for school. 10:30 kids watch
Madagascar movie, Daddy out to help out at church, Boxer sleeping, my son who is 5 decides to throw a shoe at the boxer, I then make my son apologize to the boxer and tell him I am going to make him take a nap. The boxer barely realizes anything happens and goes back to bed. Toddler is fighting sleep, as I type this. It looks like she is settling down.

Daddy is my husband
Bing is my son.
Bella is my daughter
Bitno is the boxer.
Whoabi is the bichon and introducing Ohalleycat as the fierce diva cat of the house.
(Are those names crazy? Maybe. But you are reading my blog, so deal with it, just kidding.

RIP Michael Jackson Woe to the unsensitive

I like most people grew up listening to Michael Jackson and his family. Although, I dont doubt he had a lot of issues, and was abused, it didnt take away from his talent. He has inspired many other artists. Just like Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and all the other celeb that die young, the legend will live on. I really hope he knew Jesus and was saved, but I hope God touches his family and leads them to HIM. I cant stand the unsensitive and cruel comments some people have said about him. Even if you dont care about his death or Farrah Fawcett, care about his family and pray for them. Jesus, you are everything to me and I am so thankful to be alive

Reality

My husband and I have been going through some tough times in our marriage lately and I thought we may not make it. But we are best friends and do love each other. And most importantly, we are trusting God to assist us in our relationship. "For better or worse" really is something we forget some times. We need to strive to be like Jesus and see the good in people. God doesnt require us to be doormats but I do think we should be slow to anger.

Remember that little wonderful bichon???

Toby, the bichon mix has become a terror. He IS barky and mischievious. At five years old, he chews everything and did I mention that he and the boxer don t get along? I am debating whether to rehome him and get another boxer? or what? Oh, and he has started to poop and pee in the house. so much for him being fulled trained. I think I need Cesar Millan. Although, I dont think they go to the midwest.

Run Toby Run!!

My little Bichon was so excited that we were home, he ran out the door and down the street. Thank GOD for the bystanders that helped get the little Bichon before he got hurt.

Bichon Bichon Bichon

so..... I was on the Humane Society website and saw a cute little Bichon mix (I think half poodle) I called them and they told me he was 5 yrs and housetrained. That he loved kids and the previous owners told them he was too barky. My heart is smitten immediately. I loaded the kids into a cab and headed to get the dog. I went into the Humane Society and felt guilty about not talking to my husband about it, so then... I called him, he yelled, and then I told him I will get a cat instead. Then my husband showed up an hour later and went right until the dog center. He ignored my little Bichon to look at the Coonhound that just howl at us, the senior German Shepard and the lab mix. We decided to get another siamese cat and although we were not in love with him. So has we are in the process of adopting the cat, my husband looks over at me and says " get the Bichon." And so Toby the Bichon has been added to our family. And I love him so much! Thank God for dogs, cats and the humans that love them. !





Side note: The dog is not barky!

THE HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY!!!

Okay, so I watched the Housewives of New Jersey last night! Oh my goodness, I love them!!
Caroline is my favorite. She is a straight talking, tough as nails exterior with a sweet as honey interior. Her and her husband are own a successful business and seem to have a great relationship. During the previews, I felt bad for Danielle. the divorced mom of the bunch, who says she has yet to get a settlement from her ex. She made herself look desperate by attemping to go on a blind date with someone she made on the internet. Teresa is the perfect image of a "Jersey Wife" with her olive skin and big curly hair and sassy personality. Her husband owns a construction business and she spends, spends, spends. Jacqueline is the sweet former single mom who is married to Caroline's brother. She seems very humble and thankful to land a wealthy husband to help her and daughter. Dina is Caroline's sister and also married to the brother of Caroline's husband. She has the image of the show as Tamra on the Housewives of O.C. They try to portray her as being mean and highlight the tension between Danielle and her. I really like this season, this ladies actually watch their own kids and it seems more genuine.

Responsible Dog ownership!!!

We live in a world where pets are disposible and a fashion/status statement. Below are some things to think about before owning a pet (i own a dog and cat)

Pets are life long commitments! In less your pet hurts someone or is dangerous, it is your responsibility to train your dog and they look to you for guidance and direction.
If you must get "rid" of your pet, please take them to a rescue shelter. Most breeds have rescues dedicated to them. So research it and take them to there. Some humane societies euthonized pets, so please find that out before taking them there.

Consider your reasons for owning a pet.
Is it just to have one, is it companionship? is it for protection?
It is okay to buy a dog for extra protection, but remember they are still companions and need our love and time.
If you want a dog just to carry in your purse and show off, please dont get them.

Do you own or rent?
I was renter for years and refused to get a pet until I OWNED my own home. I am not saying renters arent good pet owners. I am just saying a lot of landlords put lots of restrictions on pets in their complexes. And I know a lot of people who have pets in complexes that dont allow them. And when they find out the pets is outta a home. If you owe, check with your homeowner's insurance to see if your dog breed is not covered.

Do you have time to exercise the dog?
In less, you have acreage for your dog to run, most dogs need a long daily walk. This stimilates their mind and burns energy. Dogs who dont get walks, are more destructive and unhappy. My high energy boxer sometimes gets two walks.

Do you work long hours, how will the dog go to the bathroom?
If you dont have a doggy door, and you work 10 hrs shifts, it will not work

VET bills, vacations and etc.

If you get a pup, they will need a round of shots, exams, neuter. I found out my 7 mo old boxer had a bad liver and we had to shell out more money on testing.
Who will watch your pet if you have to go out of town?

Think about these things before you go looking for cute maltipoos for your handbag or that pit bull for your yard (side note: Unless, you have a Great Pyrenees or another out dog, please keep your dog indoors!!

best friend

So, I am sitting in bed with my husband at a retreat center.. Wait a minute, it is not that kind of retreat center (oxymoron rule applies here) We are giggling and laughing about crazy stuff, it reminded me why I love him so much. 8 yrs, my Prince Charming waited in the door with a baseball cap, a hoodie and sultry deep TuPac esque voice and changed my life. He showed what it was like to take a city bus, boil a hot dog (LOL), Italian beefs sandwiches and how to blend in with "hood" people. I love you, baby,

Going to the country:(

BYE BYE CITY!

So... I have to go a event that I am obiligated to go and although, it is a priveledge to attend since many cant. I am not happy about having to leave my precious kids (we have a wonderful friend babysitting them). It is a series of meetings and other "fun" Sometimes, I feel like an outsider, I am a glamorous fierce Gospel Rap Loving, independent minded,exercise loving Preacher's Wife who keeps a very small group of friends.

Racial Profiling

So... if you see a black man driving nice car, what do you assume he does for a living? Hmmm. Drug Dealer, basketball player .. Street hustler?

I guess that is what the cop who stopped us today. He had no probable cause or reason.

The way the cop spoke to me and him was so rude. He even went to the extreme of removing the blanket off my infant in the backseat.

Guess what officer, the man you stopped in the 96' chevy impala classic with the 22' rims, was not a dealer or a hustler. He works in social services helping others and also preachs in his local church. We own our home and live a devout Christian lifestyle. HMMMM surprise you didnt I?

I am glad Jesus gives us forgiveness.

(side note, the car pictured is not our vehicle, it was just a great pic for this..lol)

Swine flu, Miss USA and all that jazz.....

I think the Swine Flu is a cover up distraction from the economy while the gov't figures out how to fix the issues. I still dont know the difference between Swine Flu and reg. flu. I dont want any type of flu, swine or other wise. Secondly, I have mixed feelings about Miss California having naughty pics on the web. I do think she is being attacked for her socially conservative views(side note: People are entitled to their own personal convictions and shouldnt be attacked for them. Kudos to her for not compromising her beliefs to win.) But to stand on a high horse and go on Christian programming and then have a topless picture out there is a little hypocritical. I am a born again Christian and I have things I have done in my past that I regret but the best way to deal with them is to be honest about it. She had to know if it was coming. Then she stated that Christians could be models and even nude models. The bible talks about a woman being modest and that men shouldnt look at woman to lust. I think that devout Conservative (socially) Christian shouldnt be models but especially not NUDE ones.

And No I am not Republican LOL or Democrat

Get over yourself!!

I am watching the Real Housewifes of New York and I wonder how the people who are on the show sleep at night knowing that people are getting laid off and foreclosed on and then they flaunt their money on tv. It makes good tv and it a guilty pleasure of many

Also, why does trojan keep showing the commerial for their new female product. I would never get on tv and give a testimonial for that type of product. The World is really bad now

My friend is going to Africa for a extended missions trip and it has made me think about the future. I couldnt imagine Africa, that is one country that doesnt interest me to visit Maybe because, I hate planes and that is TOO far for me.
My friend is totally the right one for this calling, I hear the African drums and sounds of the rhythms. I think of beautiful golden sunsets. God bless those who can leave their jobs and trust God.

Debut blog

I am the housewife of Minneapolis. Mom of two small kids, mom of a large boxer, and siamese cat. My life is a movie. I spend my days, cleaning, or sleeping or whatever I want. I am not rich, my husband is a working class man who keeps the bills paid to keep me able to stay home with my kids one of which has some special needs. I work from home, and am determined to stay with my kids at home. We are involved in church ministry, helping those with addictions overcome with Christ and many other things. I am very real and honest and independent minded so if you choose to follow my blog you wont be bored.

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