What? You can learn from X-men? Seriously?

So I have a slight fascination. Okay its borderline obsession with quotes. I can't help it. Anyways I saw this one from X-men

Wolverine: I suppose you are going to tell me to stay away from your girl.

Cyclops: If I had to tell you that, she wouldn't be my girl.

When I first read it I just thought it was cute. Then since I'm in that glorious beginning phase of a relationship, it stuck me how true it is. I've changed a lot with the way I relate to the men in my life. Obviously I make a point to let them know I'm happily involved and do not want to jeopardize that. It would be pointless for the man I'm involved with to come tell all this men we are dating because I'm already making that noticeable change.

It seems like this quote isn't done working with me though. I had a sudden realization that this could be brought to a spiritual inspiration as well. While its apparent to those around me that I now have a boyfriend- is it obvious that I'm a Christian? When you first enter a relationship- you make those necessary changes. For a modern girl that means you empty your cellphone of all those extra numbers, updating your online profile, stop going to dating websites, talking about this new guy, and saying "no" when asked to go out with the guy friends that will hit on you. What changes have I truly made to set myself apart from the world?

I will NEVER be a person who believes Christianity should be boring. However we should seek to make a good example. We should find a way to share our relationship with God with our friends and family- the same way we share our joy of dating someone one. We need to work on removing the external distractions that only drive us further from God. This may mean no longer going to the old places or hanging out with those who bring us temptation. God has already claimed us once, now its our responsibility to let others know we are HIS.

I know I'm far from perfect at letting those around me know I'm a Christian HOWEVER my goal is to improve this. I want it to be obvious from looking at me and my life that I am happy being God's child.

And yes this whole post was inspired from by my obsession with quotes...

Okay its been a while.

So I kinda told a story...the last post was 5 months ago! Wow- Mississippi winter has come and gone and I'm still here.

Let's see not that much has changed since October. I'm very happy and focused on the future and growing to what God wants for me. I want and will do my best to start school back this fall. I KNOW that I belong in nursing- its just a matter of getting my behind back in class and getting over that fear of going. I KNOW that if I'ld just pick up the phone and make a call to an advisor I'ld be there........just pray that I build that courage soon.

I've made a change in my personal life: I'm no longer serial dating. I FINALLY listened to my guy friends that told me I was making excuses not to seriously date anyone. Yeah- the same guys who told me I was too afraid of getting hurt and I was playing life safely. As Ron kept trying to drill in my head I was missing out because "Life is not a destination, its a journey." (See Ron- I really did listen to you) The guy I'm seeing now is literally amazing. His heart is huge and everything he does shows it. He's great with the kids, fixes things around the house, cooks, and seems to take a pride for spoiling me. Not sure what makes me special to him BUT I'm very happy and blessed right now.

Okay now on to the kids. Jack's starting to give me a run for my money. Seriously at five he's started backtalking. I will say Jake is surprising me with his desire to help and discipline. Speaking of giving my ex husband credit. Jake has also started taking Jack to t-ball practice. In fact, Jack had his first game on Tuesday night. Jack's making stellar advances in his speech and overall learning ability.

Lexi is becoming more and more of a princess everyday. She's super smart and uses it for her advantage. She's also got no doubts that she's the prettiest girl ever. Lexi will literally come to me and tell me that she needs her nails polished. She's started going to closet in the morning with me and pointing to the clothes, she wants to wear. I can honestly say I see DIVA in this little girl's future.

Well I want to update this often but so far my track record hasn't been great. Anyone want to take bets on when this is updated again?