My interests lay mainly with my kids. I love to go watch them play baseball and softball. They're very competitive and they give it everything they've got no matter what. Though we've been doing this for 6 years now, they still amaze me when I watch them. They have a true love of the game and you can see it by the way they play. They're just awesome and I couldn't be more proud.
I love learning in general. Whether it's web pages, computers, or fixing cars. I absolutely love it. I try to learn as much as I can about anything that interests me.
The Perfect Guy...
Someone that would tell me I'm beautiful instead of hot. A guy who would move the hair away from my eyes and then kiss me. Someone that kisses me on the forehead for no other reason than to say he cares. That would kiss me in the pouring rain and not worry about getting soaked.
Someone that would throw stuffed animals at me when I'm acting silly and then kiss me a milllion times. Someone who would let me gossip to him and would just smile and agree with everything I said. That will call me three times a day if he goes away just because he misses me. Someone who would call me back if I hang up on him.
A guy that would argue with me over something silly just so we can make up. That would take me to the park and wouldn't be afraid to hold my hand infront of his friends or anyone else that happens to be around. Someone that would count stars with me.
A guy that would sing to me at random moments just to see me blush. That would do anything to make me laugh when I'm feeling down. Who wants to show me off to the world, even when I look my worst.
Someone that would tell all his friends about me and smile while he did it. That would never be afraid to say "I love you" in front of them. A guy who can turn to his friends, nod his head toward me and say, "that's her" and they know exactly who he's talking about.
A guy who would make me feel safe and would protect me, no matter who he has to go against. Someone that would stay home with me on a Friday night just to snuggle up on the couch under a blanket and watch movies together. Who would let me sleep on their chest and stay awake just to watch me sleep.
But mostly, I want someone who would be my best friend.
That would never break my heart.
There is no crime greater than a crime against a child.
I mainly listen to country, but it's not exclusive. I listen to just about anything. Even a little wrap now and then (it's very very rare). I really like the slow stuff. How else can a girl get that close to a guy and still seem innocent???
I have a couple favorite local country bands that I love to go listen to. Dave Jorgenson and People's Choice. Both are on my Friends list. They are absolutely awesome! If you ever get the chance to go see one of them, DO IT. Just remember tho, I get an invite if ya do!!!
I've found a new country artist to add to my list. Actually, he found me lol. Seth Turner. I don't know him on a personal level like I do Dave and People's Choice, but he's got a good sound and a great sense of humor lol.
Yes, I'm adding yet another to my list. Billy Redfield. He's on my friends list also. He has one of THE best voices! Gave me chills. You should go hear it! I don't know him yet so I can't say too much about that,but DAM he's got a voice.
I'm a big movie buff. I love watching movies. Some of my fav movies are The Grudge (freaked me out), Gothica (also freaked me out...lol knocked Kimi off the couch at one point), How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days, Sweet Home Alabama, Raising Helen, The Lakehouse (omg made me cry), Lady & The Tramp (the ultimate movie right there), and NEMOOOO (just to name a few lol).
Oh yeah...can't forget all of the Harry Potter movies and the Lord of the Ring movies too (so many lil people!!!).
If I had to narrow it down to just one fav category, it would be Comedy Romance.
I watch a few shows each week, if there are no ball games. All the CSIs, Bones, close To Home, Without A Trace, Cold Case and House (my fav).
Up until tonight we watched American Idol. They voted off the most talent that show has this season (Chris Daughtry). That was just so wrong!
The kids and I watch alot of forensic shows and all the educational channels (Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, etc).
The ultimate show tho...The Muppet Show!!! Someone should seriously bring that one back. I watched it religiously while growing up and when I lived in Connecticut about 10 yrs ago (I had found a station that played it everyday at 4:30). There's no show better than that!!!
My absolute favorite author is Dean Koontz. He's a terrific story teller, though his books aren't for just anyone.
He weaves tales of horror, suspense, the super natural, evil, and every day heroes with a touch of romance. He knows how to grab my attention and hold it within the first few pages (which is very hard to do).
I don't think I could pin-point one specific hero in my life, but so many people have touched my life and have given me guidance when I needed it the most. I love you all and I don't know what I would do without you in my life...
My mom...for all her strength in raising 6 girls totally on her own (and surviving lol)
My mother-in-law, Cheryl...for showing me the little things my mom didn't have time to teach me and for staying up half the night with me fighting over puzzle pieces lol (tho it was a tough time in my life, that's one of my greatest memories)
My father-in-law, Ray...for being the father figure I never had while growing up. No matter where this life takes me, you'll always be my dad. I love you so much.
Dwaine...for being there all these years and supporting all my decisions whether you liked them or not lol. For having the sense of humor required to live in the same house as I do lol. You've given me some of the best memories of my life (the mud/water fight while planting rose bushes in Jarrell) and the most beautiful children on earth.
My chickie (Dawn)...for all those nights that you were there when I needed a shoulder to cry on. For listening to me babble (for hours on end) about something I was excited about lol. For giving me the cutest most sweetest bf in the world lol (love ya Kev). Every day has been a blessing to me that I will always cherish. I haven't said it often enough, you're my best friend and I love you very much.
David...for being my rock and giving me strength during the years that I've known you. For being brutally honest with me about things lol. For showing me how to listen to my heart instead of my head.
John Hill (my "big brother") and Regina Manning (my cousin)...You left this world and my life way too soon. Your memory will live in me always. I miss you everyday. I love you both.
Most of all...my children, for saving me from the self-destructive road I was on and for bringing such joy to my life. You are my heart, my soul, my smile, my laughter, the air I breathe, my life and so much more. Without you I would be lost.
A Woman's Prayer....
Dear Lord I pray for
Wisdom to understand him
Love to forgive him
and Patience for his moods
Dear Lord please don't grant me Strength
for I would only beat him to death