Happy Birthday Brylie!!

Aw…today is a special day for one of the most amazing people that I know.  It is my niece Brylie’s birthday. 

This little person has the capability of changing a cloudy day into the most amazing day full of sunshine. 

I am so grateful that she came into my world six years ago.  She has changed it completely!

As I gave her hugs and kisses today, my thoughts turned to the day that she was born. 

It was one of the most amazing days.

It was peaceful and calm day but a day full of excitement. 

I remember holding her for the first time. 

She was just so little and precious. 

I loved counting her ten little toes and ten little fingers. 

She touched my heart that very first day and every day since. 

I am so blessed to be a part of her life.

She is so full of love and excitement. 

I love her hugs and her sweet kisses. 

I love when we talk on the phone and she asks me a bazillion questions.

I just love having her in my life. 

I am truly blessed. 

Happy Birthday Brylie!! 

I love you!!

~Michelle

My name in bright lights!!

Sometimes when you are trying to find a little bit of sunshine in a moment where the sun is not shining and the tears are a plenty, you find one thing that makes you smile.  It was so simple and so small but it did bring a little smile to my heart. 

It has been a very long four weeks.  Four weeks that I do not want to relive…ever.  For the past four weeks, I have visited doctors, I have had medical tests, I have had antibiotics, and I have had plenty of days that have been filled with tears.   I have said many prayers and have had many prayers said in my behalf.  I am grateful for my family and friends who have been the most amazing support during this not-so-fun trial.   Today, I received another round of medication.  Hopefully, this round will be the last that I have to have. 

Anyway,  I was waiting in line to pick up my “new best friend”  for the week(another round of medication), my dear friend, Vieve, told me to look up.  It was my name.  Instantly, I smiled.  I have always wanted to see my name in bright lights…too bad it was just to let me know that I  prescription was ready. 

Doesn’t that name look awesome?  I loved it.  It truly made me smile.  Even thought I really enjoyed seeing my name in the bright lights, I hope that I do not have to see again…anytime soon.  As for now, I am ready to be done with this trial.

Have a happy day!!

~Michelle

Thursday’s Thoughts…Discipline

The following  quote is in line with the thoughts that have been on my mind today.

I can do anything!!!

~Michelle

Let’s spread warm fuzzies!!

Hey everyone!!!

It is National Letter Writing Month!!!  I was really excited when I found it this information.  I love writing letters and I love receiving letters.  I love the excitement of picking out a card or stationary, writing the letter, addressing and placing the stamp on the corner of the envelop.  It is so much fun!!  I love the warm fuzzies that I receive when I place that cute little treasure in the mail receptacle.  Do you know what is even better than all of that?  Hearing from the person that it brought a smile to their face and a tug at their heart!!!  I LOVE IT!!

So…to celebrate National Letter Writing Month, I want to encourage everyone to write at least one letter and mail it to someone special.   Express to them how special they are and how much they truly mean to you.  I know that you will feel that same type of excitement when you realize that you brightened someone’s day and that you tugged at someone’s heartstrings.

If you choose to celebrate this amazing month of writing letters, I will send you a special gift in the mail.  I truly will!!  

Let me answer a few questions…

What do I need to do to receive a special gift in the mail? 

• Write a letter, or two or three…it doesn’t matter how many…and mail them.. 
• Re-visit this blog entry and write a comment about how it made you feel when you dropped the letter(s) in the mailbox.
• Email me at luv2stamp0225 (dot) msn (dot) com with your address of where you would like to receive your treasure.
• THEN…wait patiently for your little gift to arrive in the mail.

Let’s band together and spread warm fuzzies throughout the land!!

Happy Letter Writing!!

~Michelle

Leprechauns are real!

Tonight we had our SECOND game of soccer.  It was hilarious!!  I am growing to love these little girls more and more.  There is nine little girls with adorable personalities.  It is hilarious and entertaining!!  I learned so much in such a little time.

For instance…

Coaches shouldn’t wear bracelets…they are a distraction. 

Dancing is required while playing soccer.

Leprechauns are real and should be chased while playing soccer.

When little girls fall over the ball, get grass stains on their knees, get kicked in the head; all they need is a little hug and told that they will be awesome.

When you fall on your elbow, you cannot walk…you have to be carried off the field.

When you are tired all you have to do is sit down (even if you are in the middle of a soccer game).

Parents want their little girls to play soccer but if their little girl wants to sit on the sidelines and cheer; there is nothing you can do.

A drink of water and a high-five can fix anything…ALMOST. 

AW….this adventure that I am having is incredibly FANTASTIC!!!

~Michelle

Thursday’s Thoughts…He makes all the difference.

Recently, I had the privilege and opportunity to teach an amazing group of young women about the power of  grace.  I had studied and studied and pondered and pondered some more.  As I began my lesson, I asked one question. 

“What is grace?”

From that moment forward, I was taught by the most inspiring young women as they shared thoughts, ideas and testified.  It was powerful.  As I look back on that lesson and the things that I had been taught, I am grateful for the 40 minutes that I was able to be taught from some of the finest young women that I know.  I am truly blessed. 

One young woman shared one of her favorite quotes from the lesson and it has stayed on my mind.  It is powerful and definitely true.

~Michelle

My new adventure as a soccer coach!

A new adventure started today and I am so excited about it.  I (along with Vieve and Jessica) coach nine of the most adorable 5 year-olds in SOCCER.  I have always wanted to coach and so far…I am loving every minute of it.  We are the Angels.

 The Angels at our first practice.

Tonight was our very first soccer game and these little girls were simply amazing!!!  I was so impressed with each one of them. 

Our little huddle before the big game.

They were full of smiles, giggles and plenty of high-fives.   I love it. I am grateful for this little team.  We are going to have an exciting season.  I just know it. Oh by the way, we played the Bumblebees and tied them 1-1…just in case you wanted to know.

~Michelle