Discovering what you love...

Unfortunately, the old saying is true- You don't know what you had until it's gone. Sometime last month, I inadvertently deleted my blog. I did everything I could to restore it but after receiving several canned e-mails from Google, I gave up. I watched as the pictures and stories disappeared from the blog one by one. I was able to keep hard copies of all the stories so at least I have some record.

But when it was gone, I realized how much it meant to me. It IS a place for me to clear my head. It is a place for me to record the happenings of everyday life that never seem to make it into the baby books. And it is a place to call my own- which I think every woman needs.

So, I am back in the saddle again. I really don't know how many avid readers I had out there, if any? But, I do this more for me than anyone else. And if someone happens to empathize or get a laugh out of one of the posts- well, it is all the more fulfilling.

I decided to only post the original blog from when I started Reveal last September. It makes sense because it was the first and explains the reasons I started this blogging journey. Check back soon for new posts hot off the grill!!! :)

It all comes down to this...

A place all to my own. For those of you who are mothers, you know that there are very few places, if any, to get a moment of privacy. The candle lit bubble baths I used to take have been transformed into the alphabet floating all around and my 2 year old turning the lights on and off. The quiet moments I used to have before bed, I now sleep through because I am so worn out. And, peaceful car rides are now filled with constant chatter. So, this will be a place all to my own.

But... don't misunderstand, being a mother is the most fulfilling challenge I have ever taken on. I'm just real. Here I will share the good, the bad and the ugly of motherhood. Along with that, I will reveal my longings to still pursue what God has for ME. And I will introduce you to the men in my life, who mean more to me than anyone will ever know.

First, I will reveal a little about myself. There is no way for me to share who I am without sharing Christ, because in Him, I am found. He is the first and most important man in my life. He loves me and died for me and you can't get much better than that. In addition to that, I am a leader and have been since I was a little girl. I have always been a little bossy but that has developed into a gifting of getting things done. I am creative and love to use my creativity to bless others. I am a wife that loves being married to my husband and I work hard to create a life in which I will always feel that way. I am a mother of two boys who are truly my sunshine. And if you think I am painting a perfect picture... think again....

I tend to stress out. I would not say I am easy going. Definitely high strung. My groceries have been found more than once in the Publix freezer because I couldn't find my wallet when it was time to pay. I have had MANY embarrassing moments and nervous laughter tends to strike me at the most inopportune times. I sometimes long for the days of college. When- at the time, I thought I was so loaded with responsibility and couldn't wait to get married so I could, well, be married! But, really... I was living a time of independence that can never again be repeated.

Since this blog will always be the first- it all comes down to this... I get one shot at this life. I WILL take the time to impact those around me for the cause of Christ.

Original Post Date: September 5, 2008