My husband and I had a fantastic date night yesterday. We've been staying in Houston for an educational business conference, and when Chris arrived home we took a quick dip in the hotel swimming pool. The hot afternoon sun was a welcomed guest after days and days of cloudy skies. It's been raining like crazy all across Texas, and we were hoping to escape Mother Nature
Brandie, You guys look like you're having such a good time! I've always wanted to go to NASA! I'm going to be in Houston from June 25-27. My husband has a conference there, and I'll be free all day. Send me a contact number and we will hook up. Enjoy the summer! Tenille
Brandie, You guys look like you're having such a good time! I've always wanted to go to NASA! I'm going to be in Houston from June 25-27. My husband has a conference there, and I'll be free all day. Send me a contact number and we will hook up. Enjoy the summer! Tenille
You guys look like you're having a blast. Glad to know you are back in the great state of Texas! Enjoy your family, and be sure and call if you'll be passing through. Love ya girl! P.S. Your kiddos are precious!
My Aunt Nila stopped by my house yesterday afternoon. She and her husband, Donald, were in the Metroplex visiting their children, and she called to see if the rumors she'd been hearing about my elopement were true. I told her all about my destination wedding to California and caught her up to speed on all the recent happenings in my life. <br /
Maybe gas is a little cheaper in Texas. We're still under $3.00 a gallon. Come see me soon!
I've been hitched for a little over a week now, and everyone I run into has the same question . . . "So, how does it feel to be married, Tenille?" I find this inquiry to be a bit annoying. No one ever felt the need to ask me, "So, Tenille. Tell me. How does it feel to be single?" I mean, don't get me wrong. I love being married.
Have you ever read a book where the chapters are completely unrelated? You know the kind where you can randomly skip through the pages, paying little attention to what came before or after a particular event. The story unfolds just as it should, and each section of the novel holds unique treasures of its own. The chapters stand out independent of one another, yet some
I absolutely love your brutal honesty, Brandie. It does suck when you are the only one who who is willing to bitch about the shit other people probably experience. Y ou are the bravest woman I know, and I think you are allowed to complain anytime you feel like it. Be pissed off if you want too. . . Authenticity is so refreshing!
Thanks Brandie. You should download the song. It's been the ringtone on my phone for awhile! It will get stuck in your head though . . .
The only man I have ever given my heart to asked me to marry him last night in a bookstore . After four months of dating, I accepted his proposal, and I have never been more sure of anything in all my life. Chris is God's gift of extravagant love to me, and our journeys have led us to one another. He is everything I ever wanted and so much more. I am deeply grateful f
Have you ever bought a new watch? When you first slip it on your wrist, you are keenly aware of its presence. The band rubs against your skin, and you find yourself glancing down, inspecting the clock more frequently than usual. Your thoughts habitually turn toward this new accessory and you might even show it off to your friends. After a couple of days, t
Wow . . . And I thought I struggled with legalism . . .
I never knew belief in possibility could make life seem so much brighter. An unexpected smile sweeps across my face, and I find myself lost in thought more than I would care to admit. The fog is lifting, and for the first time in a long time, I'm trusting that nothing in God's world happens by mistake. I wonder how long these happy
You sure do make beautiful babies Brandie! She's absolutely precious. Congratulations!
Awesome article. Thanks for the kind comment!
This morning I prayed and asked God to chip away at this stubborn heart of mine. I begged Him to be persistent as He continues to teach me about trust. You see, I don’t do dependence well. All of my life has been one big struggle for control. Self-sufficiency reigns, and I seldom willingly relinquish my illusion of power. My Creator’s patience astounds me, and I often
So I'm reading the post, thinking "Man, this guy is intellectual!" You definitely have a distinct way of presenting your thoughts. When I scrolled to the top of the article and realized it was your writing, I can't say I was surprised. I hope your silly hopes plays out in 2007.
There's a whole lot of crap going on in this head of mine, and although writing is generally a productive way for me to sort through my often distorted thinking, I can't seem to pin down the right words. The holidays have zipped by, and I'm pretty sure it will take at least a few weeks to process all the chaos that is my life. I kissed a stranger on a boat, got in a f
I hope your dreams stop harrasing you soon. Your baby girl is unbelievably cute. Feelings suck, but writing seems to help. Hang in there friend!
A spiritual battle rages in my soul. For almost two years now, my faith has slowly eroded, and I am currently struggling with some serious darkness. Hopelessness threatens my heart, and if I'm honest, I have no desire to cry out to God for help. Intense resentments have built up over time, and His inability to protect innocent children causes trust to fade. I desperat
Yeah! She made it! I'm so glad to see that you guys are doing well! I've been thinking about you all, and wondering how your little angel was doing. Your family is precious Brandie. If you are back in the states anytime this year, call me!
I've spent the last three days in my tiny hometown of Lefors. It's funny how it takes about half a day to acclamate to the culture of this little place, and before you know it you've been sucked back in. I'm always amazed at how easy it is to lose yourself here. There is a sense of comfort that makes you forget you have a life back in Fort Worth. Our six-man
Can you honestly tell me that you've seen that kind of love lived out here? Yes. Nora Franks lived it out everyday of her life by providing me with stability and unconditional love. She protected me from the poor choices of my parents and sacrificially gave of herself. She fleshed out Jesus in our hom
I know you want to justify the actions of the community, lobster, but when one of the allegations levelled by a prominent member of the church is a bald faced LIE (my wife and children have been at MANY church functions where I wasn't present; how, pray tell, could I be locking them in their home), it's clear that their agenda is
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