The wind of change has blown my way and I am finding myself about to write yet another chapter in my life. A chapter of growth and challenge as I relocate back home to Colorado. I have been gone for 10 years now and have only gone back a few times a year since I left. Pursuing my Masters Degree was a calling that I could not ignore and an opportunity of a lifetime to attend a great esteemed College like Regent University. After that I was drawn to and served in my mission relief team.

Now, I make my way back to my roots and my family of whom I have missed dearly. This to me holds much promise and growth as well as comfort.

I am smiling now as I write about this opportunity and gift. The wind of change has not always been a bad thing and I welcome it. Even in the bad times I have learned much and grown stronger.

I will be home March 7th and be embarking on yet another great challenge and path.
Yeah!!! I'm going home!!!!

Well, Today is my 46th Birthday! I know that most women do not want to share their real age but for me it really does not matter. I am proud of the time that I have been here on this earth. I feel blessed that in all my hardaches and losses I am still here; learning, growing and become a better person. Today, I realized about the importance of us giving thanks on our Birthdays. This morning I did take a moment to realize that it is God who has given me this life and this time to be with friends and family. I am very greatful that I am still here and can still try to make a difference in the lives of others. In the past I have had to say goodbye to many that I loved as they went home to be with the Lord. I will truly miss them until the day I no longer will be here to celebrate my Birthday. Today I will try to remind myself of this gift that I have received and try to make everyday, every birthday, every minute count.
Thank you God, for my life and yet another Birthday!!!

     Christmastime and all that the Holiday Season entails is quickly upon us. It is my favorite time of year and although I feel like a child again in these days, I see others who are miserable. I hear comments like"it Is too Commercialized"!!! You have no idea how many times I hear this phrase come out of others mouths, If I could count the number of times-I would be rich(heh, heh). I must admitt that when I do hear it, I feel a bit angry inside. I believe that we choose the way we live on this earth. If we choose to dislike Christmas then it is our own choosing. You see, WE have a choice to be happy and spread love and get caught up in the excitement and energy of the reason for the season. Do people simply give up and decide to claim this simple negative phrase? Yes, they do!. I understand that there are those who worry about finaces and losses of loved ones around this time. I have been there myself, so I really do understand. But unlike, "The scrooges" on this earth, I choose to look at this time differently. What other time can we feel the Love and sacrifice of Jesus and be reminded of the miracles and witness and be a apart ot the humanity that embraces us all, If we let it.
It is a time for celebration and it is our choosing to "Commercialize" it or not. I choose to enjoy the parades, the movies of old and new, the time spent with family and friends, the treats and giving of gifts(they dont have too cost much) and the music and whispers of the angels. You CAN hear the singing of the heavenly choir, if you stop complaining long enough and listen. You can see the humanity and care of those who reach out to others, if you forget your own problems long enough to realize that there is someone out there who has it much worst than you do. You can witness the miracle of the opportunities to love and embrace one another, if you unfold your stubborn arms and let them in. So, why not curl up with those you love and watch a Christmas movie or help a needy neighbor; why not remember what God gave us on this day and enjoy the chance to share that with others. WHY NOT, choose to be happy and make this Christmas a time to remember and be proud of.
Yes, Virginias of this world -there really is a Santa Clause and his name is Jesus. He is also clothed in red and white, which represents the blood He shed on Calvary and the purity of Himself and washing of our sins. My Santa clause also gives me many gifts and He has paid sooo much more than I could ever know or repay. My Santa is Jesus and I choose to look at this time with love and compassion, joy and laughter. I may watch movies about Santa Clause of the world-But it is merely for entertainment and I know HE is not real like my Santa. I pray that you all enjoy this time with those you love and make opportunities to embrace this Christmas.
Merry "Christ"mas to all and may you be Blessed!!! Dove(Sue)DoveinFlight(Sue)