Today I start a new chapter in my life.  A lot of time people dread this time in their lives, but I am kind of excited about it.  I guess it something God has built into me.  I did question God about this because I never thought this was for me.  But as the years go by, I love it.  What is this, the new chapter in my life?  I am now , for the first time, the mother of a teenager!  I had at one time thought that I was to work with little kids, but God knew differently( He knows a I stink at crafts!).  He wanted me to work with the youth and I've really enjoyed it.  So now I start another phase of my life,  and I'm  looking forward to it.  Which brings me to the reason why.  Jessie.  Jessie, if you read this,  you may not remember, but you and I had a rough beginning (I have many witness!)  But now that you are older,  you are a joy to be with.  It has been great going shopping, going to the movies and hanging out with you in youth group.  And even though those things are fun,  I pray that I can be the mom you need me to be.  I thank God that He sent you into my and dad's lives.  We both love you and want to wish you a happy birthday.  If none of this rambling is making sence, know this.  It's hard to blog with a demanding three year whining behind you.  I've always said toddlers and teenagers are a lot alike!