The Future Mr. and Mrs. Favorite

I know exactly what you are thinking...this must be what looking at a visual definition of the word awesomeness would look like. Yes, I really was that awesome when I was 9 years old. But the point of these pictures is not to let you see what awesomeness looks like. It is for you to see how old I was when Matt (the guy fake punching me in the face) was introduced to our family. My sister Shelly started dating Matt when I was 9, so for nearly 20 years we have known him, and now nearly 20 years later they are engaged!

My sister Shelly is an amazing, likable, sweet, caring, wonderful woman and sister. She is so great that she is considered "the favorite" of many things. Many years ago she got the nickname "the favorite", and I am so excited for her to finally be engaged to her "Mr. Favorite".

Happy Easter

Easter Message From the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Among the most cherished thoughts and writings in this world is the divine statement of truth: "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

This precious Son, our Lord and Savior, atoned for the sins of all mankind. That memorable night in Gethsemane His suffering was so great, His anguish so consuming that He pleaded, "Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt." Later, on the cruel cross, He died that we might live, and live everlastingly. Resurrection morning was preceded by pain, by suffering in accordance with the divine plan of God. Before Easter, there had to be a cross. The world has witnessed no greater gift, nor has it known more lasting love.

The message of Easter is that the Savior lives! And because He lives all shall indeed live again. This knowledge provides the peace for loved ones of those who have passed on, "Oh, sweet the joy this sentence gives: 'I know that my Redeemer lives!'"

Plan Q

Well plan A and B didn't workout a long time ago, so I've been trying to adapt ever since. I think I'm on about plan Q now. The next plan is to move back to Louisiana when this school year ends. I originally came to Houston in November when the last straw fell on the camel's back. I didn't really know what we were going to do. I think moving back to Louisiana will help, because Brody and I can work together to decide what to do. Brody and I had talked about divorcing and thought the best way to be divorced would be if we both lived in the same town, so the kids wouldn't go through such a big transition when switching homes and things like that. Plus, we both want to be very involved in their lives and still be the best parents we can be by working together. We (mostly me) feel like Texas is a great place to raise a family, especially because I have such a strong, great family here, economy is good, cost of living is great, strong communities, good education, and so on. We tried looking for a job here for Brody, but we couldn't find the right job. Brody has a great job in Louisiana right now, so I think we will just let him continue working there and fulfill his contract while I continue pursuing my education degree. We would then move to Houston when the time is right, and we could both move. I'm going to have my own place in Louisiana, although I'm sure I'll be in Houston all the time. So that is the plan for now, or at least plan Q.
Baylor and Chase are doing well. We stay active, happy, and busy with friends, family, and school during the day, but sometimes at night and especially after not seeing his dad for a few days Baylor gets sad and asks a lot of questions about us being separated. I've been reading a lot of books and getting advise on how best to handle this change with children. I actually think, given the situation we are doing pretty well, but everyday brings new challenges. I'm just doing everything the best way I know how and relying on the Lord for the rest.