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Georgia On My Mind

Mom and Dad were asked to speak at a Mission Conference in Tennessee and decided to extend their visit for some F.A.M.I.L.Y. time!! Some friends from their old church offered to let us stay at their lake house. So, we all met last Thursday through Sunday.

We were able to just hang out, enjoy "friendly" competitions of Mexican Train and Uno, have some kid/parent time, watch Mary Margaret tell the story of Jonah and Noah, listen to Jaxon sign "God Bless America", eat some old favorites, and try some new favorites.

On Saturday, we headed to Adrian to enjoy big family time! A lot of my dad's side of the family and my mom's mom were able to be there. In addition to a HUGE table of food and desserts, we were able to finish the evening with a AU/GA game. With our family being split - AU/GA - it was a fun day of rivalry...and of course, the best team won! WAR EAGLE!

The Story of Jonah

...As given by a little girl named Mary Margaret.

http://www.vimeo.com/16404771

I believe in Auburn...and LOVE IT!

In recent years, I have heard interviews about some fantastic coaches that have taken coaching beyond the football field or basketball court. Coaches like Mark Richt, Roy Williams, Bobby Bowden, Tommy Tuberville, and Gene Chizik are a few that come to mind. These men have not only been ball coaches but have been mentors, encourager, supporters, and in many cases, father figures to so many that have come from single parent homes.



I love hearing about the bond between players and coaches. How, even after their college playing days are over, many stay in touch. I also love hearing how coaches stand up for their players as if they were their own children, getting fired up as if someone was attacking their own family...which, they have actually become.



Recently, such bond has been tested. Quite possibly the best football player this year, Cam Newton, has been brought into the spotlight under bogus allegations. However, the coaching staff at Auburn, led by head coach, Gene Chizik, has stood beside him and encouraged him to continue to exhibit the leadership and keep his head held high through all of this. In fact, what should be a week of interviews about a HUGE upcoming rival game has been peppered with interviews regarding the crazy allegations.



Well, enough was enough and this week, Coach Chizik stood up for his player, his team, his "son" and addressed the situation. Watch below as he defends his player in a very dignified way. THIS is a man who can put football scores aside and take time to show that he cares about his players individually and his team as a whole.

Way to go Coach Chizik! I believe in Auburn...and LOVE it!

Auburn's Gene Chizik defends Cam Newton

Remembering During a Season of Thanks

Give thanks with a grateful heart,

Give thanks to the Holy One,

Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His Son.

And now, let the weak say "I am strong!"

Let the poor say "I am rich!"

Because of what the Lord has done, for us.

Give thanks!

Give thanks!

Give thanks!

Giving THANKS to God the Father at all times and for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Ephesians 5:20

But THANKS be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. I Corinthians 15:57

How often do we give thanks to God for all that He has done? Do we give thanks in the good/easy times AND in the hard times?

In church on Sunday, I was reminded to look back and remember what He has done. God has brought us through so much. Sometimes when we go through a difficult time, it is easy to get stuck and not look back with a thankful heart on all that He has taken us through, not to mention to provide salvation!

WE WILL REMEMBER AND GIVE THANKS WITH A GRATEFUL HEART!