Hidden Blessings

So yall know that we've moved to the great state of TX. I would be lying if I said everything has been fantastic just marvelous couldn't be better. It's been a lot of hard work, physically, mentally and emotionally. I will not go into the details of everything because quite honestly I don't want everyone to know our business but this is what I will share.

It has been an unforgettable time and I do NOT regret the move down. No matter how real it feels (being a Schnabel) facts and reality is I am not a 'born Schnabel', and that has probably been one of the hardest things. Learning each other and how each other work. What hurts who and when is enough enough. When to come around and when to back off when to make random comments and when to just keep your mouth shut. I admit I've said some pretty hurtful things lately to those that I love so dearly. I am really having to learn to slow down and think before I speak. Think of how it will affect those around me, whether I think it's funny or not someone else may not see it that way.

Another thing that is so new is just having a family. We sit down (almost) every night together at the tabel for dinner, we pray and we enjoy the meal together while talking about our days and 'old times'. That is like so bizzare to me but I love it! Going to church every sunday and seeing my dad on stage is so awesome and it inspires and encourages me to do what I know God would have me to do. This past Sunday was my mom's birthday and dad didn't have to play in the worship team so they were both sitting with us. During praise and worship I looked over at my mom and dad and saw them dancing and praising God. Most kids would probably hide under their seat, but me, well I just stood there and smiled and thanked God. My parents always encourage us to be positive and that the joy of the Lord is our strength, rejoice in the day the Lord has made. I've never seen someone honestly walk out what they talk and it encourages me beyond words. Grant it I try and do what my parents tell me to, but when I see them actually doing as they 'preach' that goes a long way.

I am so tired and exausted right now, I don't even know what else to say or do, I want to cry I am so tired but I'll try to elaborate more. So Sunday was my mom's birthday and my first year spending it with her. My original plan which was to pay at least half of the cost for her to build a new sewing room, failed. So I had to come up with a new plan and FAST. I did a few little small things for her such as taking her her favorite coffee and flowers to church. I also wrote her a poem and put a picture of us on it and then framed it. But my big surprise was on Saturday. I ran off to the store and bought a bunch of fun size milky ways and a little pink monkey. I took my mom on a treasure hunt through the house using the milky ways as a path for her. I left a note at every few steps on how much she blesses me (at least I hope that's what she got from it lol) Anyway it lead to outside where I then sang "God bless the broken road" with no music (EEKS)! My mom was in tears as I dropped down to one knee and asked her to be my mommy forever and ever, she accepted. My dad got it on video but no one here will ever see it :-p I really hope my mom's birthday was special and one she'll never forget. I can't wait till next year but I am not sure how I'll beat this past year lol.

My mom and dad sing at the loft on saturdays, and well this saturday I am suppose to sing with them. I am excited yet nervous all at the same time. I love hearing my mom and dad sing, they're my new favorite band. Well yall I am exausted and tomorrow holds a new day of work and home team tomorrow night. Love, hugs and blessings!