Faith ~ My earliest memory of a relationship with God was me crying out to be loved and lovable at about 4 years old. I wandered, questioned and even ignored my faith for a long time. Then, at 22, I found what I was looking for and was baptized into Christ. Many more trials were to follow and I am grateful for each one as they have brought me closer to God and the ones I love. My husband gave his life over to Christ a few years later and now we both actively serve in the children's ministry where we attend church.
Family~ I met my DH (darling husband) first when I was 14, we were in sex ed. no joke :) Later, the summer I was 16, we began dating. After 5 proposals and 2 diamond rings ( I came from a broken family so marriage held no appeal) we were married at 19. There was actually a poll going at the reception on long it would last. So here we are almost 14 years later. Last Saturday we called up our sitter and went out to see a movie and get dinner. Before the movie started my DH turned to me, smiled and said, "Sometimes, I still feel like we're dating." Is there any better compliment after almost 14 years of marriage?!
We have 2 little munchkins, a 7year old daughter named Kaelin, and a 3 year old son names Griffin. We recently found out, after 3 years of trial, that Kaelin is severe ADHD. Even more recently finally found something that works for her.
Friends~ I am one of the few who can claim the military wife for life title. My husband has been in the Air Force for almost 16 years. Though there are many trials and tribulations that come with that title there are also many gifts. My favorite gift comes in the form of other military spouses. We are a strong, proud and capable breed. I have "sisters" all over this world who I love dearly. Some I haven't seen in years and some I saw just today. Each one is a gift and a piece of the family the Lord has allowed me to create. Though I may be a great distance from them physically, they are never far from my prayers and my heart.
Food~ OK I admit it I LOVE FOOD!!! I am an independent consultant with The Pampered Chef and that only helps to fuel the creative cooking fires! :) I've been with PC for just over 4 years now and I LOVE it!! In fact, tonight as I type I am trying the new Firey Chocolate Torte, it's FAB!! sweet and spicy! :D
I hope you enjoy this post, I pray that it's the first of many. I can't wait to start posting pics and recipes for you. Enjoy!
Niki sometimes I wonder... if you where a superhero, what color would your cape be? You and you DH are two of my longest surviving friendships. I feel honored to know you both :~)
ReplyDeletehmm... must give this question some serious thought... I'm thinking it would start a rich sage green at the top and bleed into a deep, intense purple at the bottom with all included beauty in between... yup that's what it would be. Love you Kris :)
ReplyDeleteOoh I like your cape! :) This is great Niki, keep it up! :) Can't wait to see how our friendship keeps growing over the years even though we're soon to be on opposite sides of the world! :(
ReplyDeleteJoce, sniff... I know God will only bring us closer. :) even if you are in LA land ;)
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