I NEED YOUR VOTES!!!

Hey guys check it out! So most of you know I am doing Billy Wilkins contest of making a commercial video for his new Wesley Sleep Program.

Step 1: If you have not seen it please go to youtube and check it out and rate it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1svd-HodRc

Step 2: Email Billy Wilkins at billy@wesleysleepprogram.com and tell him you want to vote for Tracey Pike's video or video 103!!!

Step 3: Spread the word and tell all your friends to vote TRACEY PIKE VIDEO 103 for the Wesley Sleep Program Contest!

Thanks Guys I really appreciate it!
Tracey Pike

Oh the Days at Subway

Oh the days of Subway
The stories left untold.
Still so much to say
I leave head held high and bold.

I pray I left a legacy here
But it's time I spread my wings and fly.
Let no sadness fill your tears,
Remember the good times and this is not goodbye.





For every time you hear oh Christmas tree,
You'll surely think of me.
And when you read roses are red and violets are blue,
Embrace and cherish the friendship that remains true.

I'll miss you two
We'll stay in touch this I promise you.
Still friends 20 years from now I pray I see.
No matter how far away I know this can be.

Farewell Lecia and Big A,
This is all I have to say.
Thanks for all the good times,
Our memories will bring me good rhymes.



12-22-08
10:50 pm

Mac Powell Treasure Hunt Final Round

My Blanky, My Mommy

You hold me when the nights are so cold.
Oh the warmth your presence beholds.
Warms my soul down deep.
This too I pray you reap.



When overcome with fear,
Your gentle touch dry all my tears.
Embraced close to me,
Where only peace and comfort shall be.



You are my hiding place,
Only one that knows my true face.
Where no masks are worn,
And new life is born.



My hero of great fame,
Living true to her name.
My protector so lovely,
My blanky, My Mommy.



12-21-08
1:41 pm

Dear Mom and Dad

Sorry last night I made you cry,
Yet you still made my eyes dry.
A love like this I've never seen before,
I pray dear Lord bless me with more.

You took me by the hand
Helped me again to stand.
You raise me up to higher ground
Amazing Grace tis truly a sweet sound.

With dad all concerned for me
His fault how could it be???
He gives me encoragement and love
It's true he's my dad sent from above.

Tis time to move on step by step day by day,
I can't see it now but God will make a way.
In time it will all turn out just fine,
Victory I will claim, it shall be mine.



~Lovebug
12-20-08
8:40 am

New Video!

please go watch, rate and comment on my video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1svd-HodRc

Faithfullness

I was in NC I had spent all my money on alcohol and speed, my life was spinning outta control and i was outta money no food to eat was losing my home and everything. I went to church with $5 bucks in my pocket trying to hide my emotions, it was time for offering and I was planning on letting the plate pass me by. God had other plans and I broke down crying He wanted me to put in my last $5 and I litterally cried out why??? People around me were people that knew a partial bit of what was going on and new what was going on. I threw it in and just cried...after offering was prayer I ran up fell on my knees and fell on my face begging God to give me a 2nd chance and to save me from the disaster i had created for myself. Someone came up behind me placed an envelope in my hand and just 'vanished' I didn't see them and no one else in the church did either and i wanted to know who it was I took the envelope back to my seat opened it and read it. It said "Be faithful to the Lord and he will be faithful unto you." I was so angry and frustrated i threw it on the floor and stomped on it. Something told me to pick it up and open it so i did and inside was $40 which lasted me 2 weeks to get gas in my car and some food. I tore off the writing part and kept it and the other day i found it again. God has always provided for me even when i have spat in his face cursed him and every thing else He still loved me and took care of me.

With the way our economy is right now and people being laid off from their jobs. I am living testimony that God always provides for our needs. He understands our struggles and He wants to help us all we have to do is ask. I pass on to you a message given to me from above, Be faithful to the Lord and He will be faithful.

God is working a miracle in me.

About a week or two ago now, I was on the phone with my dad. He is the...ummm...'preaching kind' I suppose you could say. He's always full of wisdom and love and ready to share it at any given time the Holy Spirit leads him. This particular night my dad decided to pray with me on the phone about my back situation. Since that night I've only had 1 bad day and that was because I had to work extra hours, Mike cracked my back and every since I've been feeling amazing.

Seeing the effect my dad's prayer had on me, I decided hey, if he can do it I can do it too. I gained faith through watching my dad, and my mom. I wanted to learn from this and take a step of faith. Back in 2004 I worked at a grocery store in NC and they made us clean with pure acetone with no gloves, although we requested them we were refused. This left chemical burns on our hands that left really nasty looking scars. I went to school and was treated like I had leprosy. I was in a home economics class and could not participate in the cooking activities, I felt like an outcast and it was HORRIBLE! When the weather gets cold, it brings my scars back and an unbearable burning that brings me to tears.

A couple nights ago I decided to take that step of faith and pray for God to bring me healing to my hands. I am here today to report that since I've prayed that prayer the scars have been vanishing with each passing day and I have no longer had any burning in my hands. Keep in mind I still live in MN and today was the true test it was a whole -5 degrees today and still, No scars, no pain. Praise you Jesus for your healing touch in my life.

From emotional healing to physical healing God is really doing a work in me and I am forever thankful. Never give up faith God is always in control and always on His throne, the same yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Frosty the Snowman--Remix

Michael my husband
Tried my food one day
He said yum yum
And patted his tum
And I replied NO WAY!

Michael my husband
Is a good man they say
He's a man of God
Met him as a mod
Happily married still today.

Oh God he had a purpose
For bringing us together
For when he did
I knew we'd last forever.

Michael my husband
Oh how I love him so
16 months it's been
Lots left unseen
Still many years to go.

BIG NEWS!!!!!

The smallest thing

Last night I called my parents as usual. Usually these phone conversations consist of just me and mom doing small talk or deep discussions. Or some of my favorites...when everyone is involved and you spend half the conversation trying to figure out what just happened lol. Last night was different. It was just me and my dad.

I have never had that in my life. Just one on one time with a dad, I didn't realize how much I had been missing. Most of our conversation was me asking for advice, but it's a moment I'll cherish for a life time. To hear my dad encourage me and actually want to involve me in his life, I was blown away. Last night was another great moment in my life to always be remembered.

Sorry I don't have a picture to post, but when I get to TX and get that photo you bet you'll see it around. :)

Angels We Have Heard On High--Remix

Candace we have all seen
How awesome you tend to be
Candi Bear you've always been
In pink boots so lovely.

Derek beats his drum all day
With an ear of corn on cob.
Gathering the crowd his way
Bubba he's our heart throb.

My Cousins, Candace and Derek
My Cousins, Candace and Derek

How I care for you so
Across the miles but yet so close.
This one thing you must know
You come from the most gorgeous Rose.

My Cousins, Candace and Derek
My Cousins, Candace and Derek.

Jolly Old St. Nicholas--Remix

Lovely little Jennifer, lean your ear this way.
Hope you get a good laugh, at what I am gonna say.
New Year Day is coming soon, Now my little sis
Changes lie awaiting you, want it be so bliss.

When the clock is striking 12, Resolutions we will set
Accomplishing one and all, this to you I'll bet.
Don't forget our little sis, Krysten
Greatest of them all, I'd give her a ten.

Doggies want a big milk bone, Jenny wants a job.
Krysten's happy where she's at, Give her a book by Bob.
As for me I'll take a home down in Texas.
Till New Year, I'll just say Merry Christmas.

For my new friend, Melissa.

I read your blog of your favorite words, and thought I'd try to pull them all together in a poem for you. Not my greatest work but I did try and so this blog is to you Melissa Doddridge.

Our SAVIOR RESCUE us with His GENUINE love,
Bringing us AUTHENTIC HOPE from above.
EMANUEL our GREAT PHYSICIAN.
Our COMFORTER always without hesitation.

REDEEMER to the OVERCOMER,
He is our FANTASTIC DELIVER.
To GIGGLE with CHEER,
The BRIGHT light consumes all fear.

To LAUGH is pure medicine for the heart,
Honored I was CHOSEN to do the part.
You're WELCOME a thousand times,
Your smile as pay is prime.

Blessed with a new friend in you,
With me around you'll never be blue.
Me being HOME will be cooler than Dizmas,
But till that day I wish you a MERRY Christmas.

Subway by: Tim Hawkins

Let It Snow--Remix!

Oh Texas is where I am going
Where there won't be any snowing.
And since you love me so,
Let me go, Let me go, Let me go!

2 more months till moving,
I've got a box for packing,
The wait is going so slow
Let me go Let me go Let me go.

When we finally meet that day,
Oh how I'll love being outta the snow.
I can't wait to hear you say,
Here is the home you bestow.

The dog is slowly dying,
Or maybe it's my lullabying.
Here I plee wiht you yo!
Let me go! Let me go!! Let me go!!!

Taking a different approach.

Today at work I found out that it was just going to be me and Brian working. I'll be honest I do NOT like this guy at all. He's just so slow, he doesn't get half the work done, he gets in my way, he annoys the crap outta me and yet all he needs is a little encouragement. Rather than getting upset because I was working with him, unknowingly I accepted HIM for who HE was. So he works a little slower than others, he doesn't have the greatest 'drive' so to speak. But he is human too.

Although we were slow today I really worked with him rather than against him with the attitude GET OUT OF MY WAY! I noticed how he lightened up he didn't seem quite on edge. Grant it he still needs a shove every now and then but with a different attitude from me. Through out the day I continued to tell him good job Brian keep it up dude. I could see him smile from the corner of my eyes. We worked together and got the job done. Finally he was happy to be at work. Approaching him with a positive attitude and feedback really changed his attitude as well. Rather than me have the attitude of GET OUT OF MY WAY, and he just not care about his job and find the fastest exit out.

I realized half way through my day that my parents do the same with me. Rather than telling me what to do or what not to do. They suggest and offer their opinion, still leaving me in charge to make up my own mind. When things turn out good I know I make them proud, when they turn out not so good...well I learn from my mistake. They don't tear me down and make me feel bad they simply point out what I could have done differently. Whether it be our parents or co-workers or just the driver in front of us that may be moving a little too slow. Take the time to slow down and think of what that person may be going through in their personal life. Positive Attitudes have Positive Outcomes and Negative Attitudes have Negative Outcomes. The choice is yours, what will you choose to do today?

God knew

Oh how I longed for this bond
So easily we became fond.
God knew what he was doing
Haha who was I fooling?

The voice that is always so soothing.
The two that inspire to get me moving.
The way he expresses his love to me.
Oh yeah, God destined it to be.

Coincidence some will forever say,
But God's evidence be revealed day by day.
To Him be all the honor and glory,
For He is the author of my great story.

12-6-08
11:35 pm

We're Gonna Shine

In my world the sun doesn't always shine.
But it's ok because till the end of time,
You shall always and forever be mine.
With God our marriage shall reamin prime.

Things aren't always going to be easy.
My faith assures me we will be just fine.
Though the skies go gray and things get breezy,
God will open the doors and show us a sign.

So hang in there a little while longer,
kick back, relax and lets dine
As our love grows stronger,
God in us will make our world shine.

12-6-08
11:10 pm

Untitled

Here I am all things gone a strange.
You'll find me down on my Knees,
In faithful prayer for much needed change.
Dear God please hear my honest, sincere plee.

Again I find heartache and pain,
Where oh Lord did I go wrong?
Stranded in guilt from that done in vain.
Now in search of my long lost lifesong.

You dear God are my laminin,
You rescue me from life's greatest famine.
All praise be unto you,
I pray you see me through.

I can't do this alone now I see.
Who was I pretending to be?
I need you to take me by the hand,
Now is the time to take a stand.

I know I've said this many times before.
Sincere this time I say there'll be no more.
Give me this final last chance,
In the end before you, I shall do a victory praise dance.

This is not just words nicely layored,
Rather indeed my faithful prayer.

6-12-08
11:13 pm

Happy Anniversary

Across the miles of Minnesota and Tennessee,
Our love was so clear to see.
Oh God, I pray how can this be
Mike, my love for you sets me free.

Through the joy and tears
We made it through our first year!
Against adversity we took a stand
Step by step and hand in hand.

How I love our walks in the park
And the nights we stayed up way past dark.
Memories I will never forget,
Choices I will never regret.

I love you what more can I say
It grows stronger day by day.
I love you Michael Thomas Pike,
I will always and forever be your Mrs. Pike.

June 17, 2008

Oh Christmas Tree--Remix!

Alisha, Alisha out of all she's most lovely.
Each day you bring to me delight,
Making all your subs just right.
Alisha, Alisha out of all she's most lovely.

How beautiful your owl eyes
How big art thou britches,
Alisha, Alisha out of all she's most lovely.

Pregnant you be for 7 months
not long to go just 2 more months
Alisha Alisha out of all she's most lovely.

When you leave I'll miss you so,
Slacking I'll say no, no.
I'll call you every day
Just to bug you this I'll say
Alisha, Alisha out of all she's most lovely!

Guess what this blog is about...that's right family! Sorry but family is really important to me and I know I talk a lot about it. So if I make you sick by talking about my family and such so much please feel free to click that little red box with the white x in it at the top right hand of your screen. =)

So last night I talked to my sister Jennifer for a while. Something we really don't do that often without it being through mom or something lol. I really enjoyed our talk...for the most part. We talked about a few things in my life...mostly about leadership. I couldn't believe my sister said a couple things she did, but I know she is right. It's not the first time I've heard it so it's just confirmation to me. 10 years now maybe I should stop running huh? I also talked to her about some stuff in her life. Which I felt at first sort of odd...but it felt good. I actually felt like a big sister. Not trying to ruin my little sisters life, rather just guide her and inform her of different options.




Later my mom called and we talked for a while. She told me some things I really needed to hear about this family thing. Things like how her and dad are proud of me and proud to have me in the family and they tell everyone. I am sure we won't be strangers in TX by time we get there lol. Dad was in the background and told me some stuff that was all sweet and made me feel WOW maybe they really do know how I feel I swear parents have a way of reading your mind. The one thing that really stuck out is when dad called me "daddy's little girl".




Daddy's little Girl is code word between me and God. He told me a few years ago that He would send me a family in His timing, but at the time He wanted me for himself to guide me and prepare me for this moment now. I was God's daddy little girl for a long time and will continue to be so; but now he's giving me an earthly dad to be a 'little girl' to. Over the years so many have tried taken me in and such things, and I am thankful for that I've learned a lot over the years. But NEVER has anyone yet to say Daddy's Little Girl until this moment.


Last night I cried while going to sleep. Instead of tears of sadness and broken hearted, it was tears of joy. Laying beside me was a man that loves me more than I could ever dream of that is always there for me to help me and encourage me. Also, a 1,185 miles away I had a family that loves me and cares for me and are sent from God himself. So although things get tough and the sun isn't always shining in my world, God is always smiling down on me and I always have a constant reminder of how truly blessed I am.