Sherah L.

Sherah

Sherah: pronounced share-a, is the name of my other best friend and important person in my life. You know how people always ask you who you would go to jail with if you ever got arrested? Well, sherah is that friend for me. Whether we are just sitting and talking, or driving around in her most beloved mustang, we always have something to do or say.

I met her about five years ago at church. It was right after a difficult situation we had and it was encouraging to see a new family coming despite of it. And, it helped that their family also home schools like ours. I tried very hard to break the ice for about 3 to 4 weeks. She was just too darn shy! She still is in a way, but has come out of that shell. I always joke it’s because of me… but we both know the real reason. ;) But anyways, after a few weeks, I started to talk to her on a regular basis and she finally decided I was worth her time and invited me over. It has been pure friendship since that day.

She is also one of those friends that if you ask if you look bad in some particular outfit, she will tell you that you look awful or in some instances, good.  She has never lied to me, never ignored or ditched me without good reason and she is always willing to listen.

I have no idea what I would do without Sherah, she makes me laugh until I cry, and when I do or say something stupid, she acts like she doesn’t even notice. Besides all the times that she has almost killed me, (just kidding) I can really tell that I am as dear a friend to her as she is to me. She is yet another person God has brought into my life that I am praying will stay in my life even after my family moves. But until we do leave, I’m sure there will be many more near death experiences with her. And that is why I love her. (:

             ~Olivia Grace~

Holly Michon

I can still remember the very first time I saw Holly. She was walking on thin tape that was taped to the floor in the basement of the church my family attends. I remember the sandals she was wearing, the dress too. I thought she looked perfect and it annoyed me. She was entering the same grade as I, so we were both in Mama Linda’s Sunday school class. The first time we were told to open our Bibles, she had no clue where to find the passage we were reading from, so my older sister Amelia had to show her; yet, another cross against her good name. After a few weeks though, I grew fonder of this girl who seemed so nice and vibrant. I can’t recall who asked who to come over first now, but I will never forget the day she asked me to be her friend.

When we were growing up, I was constantly dragged (willingly) into all of Holly’s little schemes and games. I can still remember lying on her floor all night long whispering and giggling about our plans when we were older, who we were planning on marrying, kids and whatnot. Those are probably some of the fondest memories I have from my elementary school years. Now that we’re older, we don’t do a lot of the stuff we used too… probably more crazy and dorky things though, but I can honestly say, there is never a dull moment with Holly around.

We’ve been through a lot together. Probably more than some, but things always bring us closer together. It is rare that a day goes by when I don’t thank God for Holly. I can go to her when I need someone to pray for me or just need a shoulder to cry on. Even though she might not realize it, she pushes me to be a better friend and Christian. And I am very grateful to her for that. Yes, God has brought Holly into my life for many reasons, but being a friend to me is the best thing that she has or ever will do.

My family is moving a state away and I can’t bear the thought of not seeing her twice a week or more. Not seeing her smiling face and hearing her laugh. It will be very lonely without Miss Diller by my side. But I can always think of all the times we have had together, and wait until I can see her again. I love you Holly. Forever and ever. J  ~Olivia Grace~

God

Well, first and foremost, I have to give all the credit to God. I wouldn’t be here without Him. I can’t possibly imagine living a day without asking for His help and guidance, and I am so blessed to call Him my Saviour. Everything or one that I am going to name or mention in this blog, God has brought into my life for a specific reason. And I will praise Him for it as long as I have a voice.

·        Psalm 139:1 says “O lord, thou has searched me and known me.”  That is such a comforting yet scary thought! He knows everything about me, even all the bad, yet He loves me anyway! No man on earth could love everyone knowing all the bad about them. It isn’t possible, and I can only pray that one day, I can come close to seeing the people in this world with as much love as Christ does. I was talking to my friend Holly, (you will hear about her later) about how indescribable God is. We were stumbling over our words trying to explain how good He is. And you know, you really can’t describe it! You feel like you get close, but then you read another passage in the Bible that states another one of his character traits and you are yet again, blown away by His awesome power and glory! So, if anyone who reads this that has a question about my God, do not be afraid to ask, but if you ask me can you describe Him in one sentence… I am afraid I would fail miserably.   ~Olivia Grace~

My First Thought

Ask yourself this question, “Who or what made me the person I am today?” I was reading a book a while back, and it asked me that question. I passed over it and didn’t really give it a thought until that night when I was lying down and it came across my thoughts. I started to try to make a mental list of everything that has made me the person I am today and fell asleep naming everything and everyone that has made an impact on my life. So I thought it would be a wonderful Idea to start a blog about it. So, here it is. Enjoy.