Bye, Bye May

Although being in Texas means, I have to run the AC every day when May comes. There are some really great things about this month. Most of them involve traditions and presents!
May is the time for so many birthdays of family and friends. When I was little, one of the reason I used for saying I was adopted was birthdays. My mom, 1/2 sister, and sister all have May birthdays, since I didn't I was sure I was adopted. (oh yes the mind of a child) I actually put thought and effort into gift giving this year. While I'm still holding onto one of Jerrese's gifts, I do think I did ok with all of them. It was easier when I thought more about being creative than spending a certain amount. Of course, learning about new places in Texas, getting pics to frame, and sharing a heart moment is a little creative too! All the friend birthdays have been crazy. Yes I know next month will actually be worse for close friend bithdays, but really card shopping can just be tough sometimes!
May is also a time for graduations, which I love! Mit graduated from medical school, Scott from seminary (ugh...before me), and Joy Ruth from kindergarten! Sadly, I only was able to go to one ceremony. I really do enjoy graduations. The cap and gown, the music, the celebration, the pictures, the inside memories, and even the speeches sometimes. When I heard about all three of them, I knew i was going to try to do something to help celebrate (even Scott).
This month has allowed for a few conversation gems with Joy Ruth, the honored graduate. When I talked to Jerrese about her birthday plans, Joy stomped her feet and said in her angry voice "that is not fair, I don't like eetalion." Jerrese quickly responded to her that the children weren't going for that birthday celebration. Then, Joy responded that she wasn't going to invite Jerrese to her birthday. As the perfect Aunt that I am, I just giggled on the other end of the phone. Another phone conversation, Joy answered the phone but told me I couldn't talk because she was taking me to her room. She described the whole trip from the living room to her bed room where she closed the door. When she said that I could talk again because now Daniel can't hear, I had to ask why it mattered if her brother heard. In her exasperated voice, she says, "Aunt Janna, you know." Yep, I am the perfect Aunt with all knowing powers who just laughed at that. Then today, I called to see if mother was out at the farm because I didn't get to sing Happy Birthday earlier in the day to her. Joy answered the phone. Everyone else was outside, but again "we" had to go from the living room to her bedroom to talk. I don't know why should couldn't have turned down/paused the Hannah Montana she was watching. After talking about the big graduation she had. I asked about grandma's birthday. Joy says "I got Grandma Judy plastic flowers and she loved them!" Clearly, she was proud of her gift that she gave, and my mother has clearly become the grandma that accepts all gifts in love.
The worst part of May is that it usually has many good-byes. I hate good-byes. I don't believe all the stuff that gets said even though I usually really want to when it is being said. In a very unmature way, I tend to prefer for relationships to end through a division instead of a goodbye. This is not the way it has happened for two families that I've grown to love down here. First, my friend Shannon is moving to Corpus. It sucks. She and I were similar in game play, food likes, secret sharing, many religious views, and lived within 25 mins of each other! We became close through a board gaming group that had nothing to do with faith, church, or religion. Yet, our friendship has greatly influenced my faith. Often, I feel surrounded by people who don't approach the way similarly to me or who admit beliefs similar to mine. Shannon is oddily someone who does make me feel less alone down here...even more amazing to me that I get to share this with a SAHM. I will miss reading Dora, having tea parties, and playing Lucky Duck with Brooke. I will miss getting to teach Sydney how to beat her big sister in games! Then, my reconnection family is moving to Longview. I met the mom and eldest son while I was at FBC-G. I didn't really get to know them because I couldn't mentally and spiritually function with all those women that only wanted to talk about being SAHMs, while I was watching someone die and very much wanting to be working a real job. My friend, Lori, was training with some of these women for the marathon. She kept telling me how much she was enjoying getting to know them even though it was tough sometimes with so much talk about children. Well, she stayed close to one of them. When Jillian's middle son was very ill, she called Lori to ask for help finding a sitter. Lori, quickly sent me. Now, I've worked some for this Nanny service that does babysitting as well, so I'm prepared to go into homes of people that I really don't know. Little did I know that as I entered into this home for a few hours, my heart would be changed. I was only with two of the boys that night, but it was a full night of dinner, homework, bath, stories, game, and prayer. This experience was so wonderful because of amazing parenting. Jillian didn't really show the fear she must have been feeling. The next day at work, I thank Lori for sending me. Then, I find out that I am wanted back by the children and Jillian. Now, we begin having mini-conversations before and after my time with the kids. Then it is time to do Lori's shower, and totally giving God the credit...Jillian and I get to work on it together. Now this woman is organized beyond measure and learns her community. She was an amazing default leader of the shower (hooray, I was mediator). I loved her humor and approach to handling things. When she told me that her eldest was being baptised, I began asking then for a copy of the DVD. This woman is a marvelous SAHM who I would even not negatively call a Proverbs 31 woman...she truly does as much as that woman and never do I picture her as the negative baptist version of the Proverbs 31 woman. Now, I honestly don't know if I am going to miss the boys or her more! Thankfully, she sent her blog to me (which I've stayed awake reading the entire thing since) so I'll be able to keep up with her, Austin, Thomas, and Andrew. I may even finally learn how to spell their last name!
Some of my Shannon special memories: creepy crawly game night, moving with Brooke, "um is this where the game party is?", SNORTA, a princess party, Apples to Apples again Joe, my keys, prayer time.
Some of my G-family special memories: spell but (hehehe), washcloths in the shower, lets go to Bennigans, garage code, Austin praying, "Jonathan" baptism, playdoh time, rodeo or Janna (seriously still shocks me), the cat likes me, watchin Dr.Suess, bath invite from Thomas, tarter sauce shared with Andrew, pretty toes, teens and sushi

Thanks for a memorable month y'all! (yeah I know I still have to finish the trip report)

Fire the Teacher...UGH

CBS) A Port St. Lucie, Fla., mother is outraged and considering legal action after her son's kindergarten teacher led his classmates to vote him out of class.

Melissa Barton says Morningside Elementary teacher Wendy Portillo had her son's classmates say what they didn't like about 5-year-old Alex. She says the teacher then had the students vote, and voted Alex, who is being evaluated for Asperger's syndrome -- an autism spectrum disorder -- out of the class by a 14-2 margin.

Barton and her son, Alex, talked exclusively with Harry Smith live from West Palm Beach, Fla.

Barton filed a complaint with Morningside's school resource officer.

St. Lucie School spokeswoman Janice Karst said the district is investigating the incident, but could not make any further comment. The state attorney's office concluded the matter did not meet the criteria for emotional child abuse, so no criminal charges will be filed.

Teacher Wendy Portillo was advised by the school board not to speak to the press so she declined our interview offer.

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To see the video, sorry I couldn't figure out how to embed it:

http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/i_video/main500251.shtml?id=4130015n

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OH MY. When I read the first blurb, I thought it was going to be like having Survivor in the classroom at the end of the year. But to actually say you don’t like a child and then vote the student out, WHAT WAS THIS TEACHER THINKING? That is a crock to me that the teacher doesn’t think she did anything wrong. Perhaps she thought people wouldn’t believe the boy. What is this school district thinking keeping such an unqualified teacher? Clearly the nurse knew this teacher was in the wrong. Granted it is Florida which has masterminded the coverup. I would like to hear if the school has anything valid to say (cause this is just one side of the story and she did try to pull a political card.) Hopefully, the other parent’s children will realize that this shouldn’t be said about a child even if they too wish the special needs child wasn’t included in that classroom.

Apple Bottom Jeans

If you don't know the song by Flo Rida, then you may not appreciate this as much. I was outside playing with my nieghbors when I read one of the girl's shirts. It read apple bottom jeans. Her sister then shows me (while proudly shaking her booty) that she has apple bottom pants. She doesn't have a butt much less an apple bottom!



I had to take a picture. While I was taking it the girls started singing the Apple Bottom Jean song. They knew ALL the song. Of course, they giggled because I knew all the song too. It really is sad how fast these kids grow up here with sexual knowledge. Yet, these kids often have confusion on love and respect. We've got to fix that in how people are growing up.

Aggie Trip Part 1

I refer to this trip as the Aggie trip because overall I was going to visit Aggies. Now the family I saw in TN can be included because they are AGGrIEcultural. it just seemed like a good way to label the trip for me. I also could have called it the Tuna Trip because of the Tunettes I saw on the journey. Anyways...
After loading up in the non-AC at my apartment on Saturday night and Sunday morning, I made a quick stop at the funeral home to get my shoes. Then I was on the road for a warm drive to the 1/2 way point of the trip. The traffic flow was great and the cops weren't a problem even while going at almost 80mph at some points. I really tried NOT to do that (for real) because my daddy told me over and over the the best fuel conservation is when not going at really high speeds. I'd forgotten what it was like to drive across the long bridges of swamp land in LA. There are so many people who go park under the bridges to get into the water. I was intrigued by that the first time I drove through LA many years ago. The saddest part of Day 1 was making the right decision of not staying on I-10 to go to NOLA.

I teared up a little as I thought about how much I love that city and my memories from there. Driving that much out of the way wouldn't have been smart for time or gas money. I was on a mission to get to destination 1.
Entering Mississippi to go North was chartering into new territory. You could see where winds had damaged trees at some points but most of the road side views were filled with lush trees. I learned that there is a NASA place in southern MS. Unless you are a NASA employee (Megan?) you can only enter the grounds from I-10. Of course it was closed to be public for mother's day. Still just odd to learn of a NASA spot when coming from Clear Lake area. The welcoming place in MS was helpful in confirming my original plan of staying in Hattiesburg and told me to check out the flowers at the University. Oddily, she didn't offer to help me find a motel room. I stopped to get a picture of the sign and then thought to get pictures of flowers for Jenn. The security guard was a very southern gentleman who was very concerned about me traveling alone. I said it is ok since i'm a grown up...of course I was rolling my eyes while getting in the car to head North again. I had to stop for gas before getting to Hattiesburg. Sadly the Walmart gas was closed. There were no postcards to buy at that Walmart or Shell Gas Station. I even went to the Dollar Tree there cause I though having a nice smelling candle would be cool for the motel. They had nothing Mississippi there. This is just the beginning of learning Texans have much more pride in their state.
I made it into my chosen motel room by 7:05pm. Fairly good for I was able to find Survivor quickly. I unloaded the car during commercials. Since I was unableS to get a ducky on my toe, I painted a little daisy on it that night. Sleep was wonderful that night for I had no agendas to get done in my sleep. Still my bed looked normal in the morning. The next morning I had the good breakfast at the motel...yeah for warm breakfast and yogurt! I got directions to the University from the front desk to go see the flowers. It was a little bit of a drive down there, but it was nice driving through the campus. College is just a great thing! I really do have compassion for people who don't get the experience of going to college. I get tingles just being on the campus even if I didn't attend that school. Parking was tough, but it allowed me a good walk. The gardeners were very friendly and were totally willing to take pictures for me. Then I was on a mission to wash the bugs of LA off my car. It was just nasty to me. I took a picture of it as proof to Carmen who thought I didn't need to waste time with washing my car. Finally I had to start heading North again.
This ride was filled with talking to my dad, looking at the alabama cities, trying to calmly listen to Rush and Hannity, singing fun songs, and keeping the curls alive in my hair! The Alabama welcome center stop let me know that I was traveling during National Tourism Week. They were very friendly in the building. Where I parked though had the funny marker about defending their rights. I didn't really make any stops in the state, but I thought it was interesting to drive around Birmingham and read some of the History on the signs. I grabbed a late lunch in GA. I had Hardee's and it wasn't as yummy as I had recalled from being a teen. It was pretty there in the mountains though. I also finally got connected with Carmen again to be able to let her know where I was. I had to stop again in 15mins because I was finally in TN. I got possible activities to do with Carmen and my family. Then it was on to Knoxville. Justin did a great job with directions of getting me to the Baba home.

Carmen, Justin, and I simply had some subway while we chatted. We did some picture looking, memory recalling, and good giggling. Justin had a project due, so we tried not to bother him. We got to make my bed together, and then she said the happiest thing! She told me that if I wanted to come climb in bed with her in the morning I could. I think I gave a little clap! When I was planning this trip, I had three goals to accomplish while visiting with Carmen. 1)Get some new sneakers 2)Get a replacement Rocky Top keychain 3)Have some snuggle time in bed with Carmen and talk to "jonathan ian" in her belly I heard Justin leave that morning (way WAY tooo early). I checked my email and then headed to climb into bed with Carmen. This is one of my favorite Carmen memories. We talked there for about an hour. Too bad we didn't have other Tunettes with us. Then we got ready for the day. Neither of us really had much breakfast. Our first stop was to the Recycling Center. This was was crowded! WAY TO GO KNOXVILLE! Doesn't Carmen look so cute in her top? Then we were talking about normal breakfasts that we have on our way to Target. When we got to Target the pregnant woman was on a mission to get to the Pop-Tarts. As we then walked through the store looking for postcards and at baby stuff, she ate two of the packages. The pregnancy cravings are just so fun to observe. Then it was time to buy shoes. UGH! I hate tennis shoe shopping which is why I thought getting a friend to help would make it better. Finally, I was able to get a pair and I got two other fun shoes. Carmen had people in her life she could mention about many of the shoes. Then we went to Lifeway, but didn't get anything.
Finally it was time for lunch. We went to the Apple Cake Tea Room. This is girly place that actually had stuff I'd willingly eat. It was a cute place in a log cabin. The chicken salad was REALLY fresh. Then we went to a baby/kid resale shop across the street. They had this interesting Smores maker that would have been good to get for the Christmas party, but sadly it wasn't working. Carmen got to find some cute bigger boy clothes too. She was still in search of this bag, so we went this big christian book store. Sadly still no bag to find...she needs Scribbles. Then we were tuckering out, so we went back to her home. Surprise gifts to find! Someone had given her tons baby boy clothes. There was even a brand new soccer outfit! Then we watched this DRAMA. We had to finish watching it just because it was so disturbing. Then we rested for a moment. The sprinkles were beginning then. We went to Wal~mart to still look for postcard and get dinner to make. We saw a COPS episode in progress as we were walking to the car. Carmen kept walking to the car, but I stayed back to watch the beating and pulling. It took three big guys to take down the kinda scrawy guy! Then we drove home in the rain. Carmen mentions there is a guy in her bible study class that I might like. When Justin came home, he was very happy about the right colors on the soccer outfit. We got dinner made. While making dinner, I look at the fridge and ask if the guy she was talking about is on it. He was! Hummm...then she begins saying how he may not be a good match! Justin got to have his first slice of Totinos Pizza. This used to be a Carmen staple, so we had to make sure he had it. We played SET with Justin. After playing Carmen asks Justin what he thinks about me talking to the guy. Carmen wants us to go to lunch with the guy the nest day. I totally don't recall what Justin said! Poor guy was so sleepy after being up to do his project. Carm and I stayed downstairs talking for a little bit including getting more insight about this boy that she really is convincing herself of now that wouldn't be right for me. (do all of you english major folks cringe at that last sentence?)
The next morning while Carmen was at bible study, I tried again to find postcards. Tennessee must not be as proud of their state because you can find postcards in so many boring places here! I got some very cute duckie Christmas soaps and....postcards at CVS. Carmen and I went back to the house in the rain. We simply talked some more intense topics for awhile (of course, I got my Wednesday call from Jill who forgot I was on vacation), before heading to Babies 'R Us to look around and meet one of her friends. At lunch, I asked her friend about the guy from her church and this woman actually seemed to shrudder! Soo lets just come to the conclusion that it was a nice smiley thought of Carmen's but intelligence took over and this will not be pursued. After lunch with some yummy pie, it was time to head to Hulls and Byers.
I really loved my visit with Carmen even as simple as it seemed. The point was to see and spend time with Carmen! Justin and Carmen to have a decent amount of maroon in their home, so they are keeping the Aggie love. Her phone even plays the War Cry. Who knew it would be so much fun just talking again together...isn't it amazing to have friends like that?

So THIS election, I easily pick the winner

Now, I've only voted once in the presidential election and voted for the winner. I successfully vote 75 times for Cook to win. How messed up is that? But I'm thrilled for him!

Dottey Cottey 2005

How is it that I went to college with such strange traditions? What is really sad here is that I didn't go to this event either year, yet I know the songs sung at the end. (Mandy, some how I also seem to recall parts of another version to one of the songs...hummmm)

Texas Coast Spring and Summer Air

The day before I left I came home from work to discover my Air Conditioning wasn't working. This is not good when you have to be moving around and it is VERY humid and warm outside. I just made it work for the night then left a message Sunday morning with apartment management to let them be able to get it done while I was out of town. Well I came back late Sunday night not really able to judge about the AC since it hadn't been on and I quickly showered before going to bed. Then the next morning I knew it still wasn't working. Well I forgot about calling management while I was working in the Tundra (my male boss likes it cold) on Monday. Then I just decided I'd go ask about it on Wednesday. No need for doing that now. I have cool air now blowing in the vents! The workman just came by to work on it some more. The electrician had to be the one to come to do it. They had tried to fix it while I was gone --yeah! Sadly it was something that needed someone with more skills and possibly a new wire. What a blessing to have been able to be away from here almost the entire time it was broken! The trip provided much fresh air. I'm home now and breathing in the AC air is the best way to go here!

For Jenn Poe

So I've learned that people other than Jenn will like this, but I took these pictures during my trip to make Jenn feel special. Many of her blogs and travels includes pictures of flowers. This blog will be edited when I get the other pictures developed.


I sadly was giggling alot as I clicked this one. I just was playing around with what I'd say about these picture attempts. We see this flower often in the flowers that come for funerals. It was also unique because very few non-roses were out there.


When I saw this flower, I totally thought of the part in Willie Wonka where he drinks from and then eats the candy flower. It helps that the movie was on the night before at the motel.


Now I didn't think these roses were all that pretty, but I was intrigued by how the bees flew around them. I wasn't nervous at all that the bees were going to come toward me. The gardener explained to me that the roses didn't look as nice because they had recent bad storms in Southern Mississippi.


These pom-pom looking flowers were at the welcome center in Mississippi. This is where I got the idea to do the blog for Jenn. The security guard made a point to tell me I couldn't pick the flowers. How sad that someone would pick them from a clear flower bed. Just remember that you can pick the bluebonnets that are in fields in Texas.

Blogging Baptist World

Last night after picking up my mail at the post office, I was amazed to read an article in the Baptist Standard about blogging. (the baptist standard is a texas newspaper for southern baptists...it is the more like CNN while the other baptist paper is less fair and balanced like Fox News or MSNBC) About two to three years ago, I stumbled into the world of the baptist bloggers. I some how flowed into the "hated" ring. About a year ago many of the main bloggers tried to change some of their focus. What I really loved about many of the blogs and the people who ran them was the open discussions. I didn't know any of these people before hand but I'd check links and be lead to additional blogs. There are three of them that i still glance at now. The one I started with is still my favorite. He has two atheists that regularly post. He regularly keeps things from being hateful or too heated. He also has his heart show in many of his posts. I think that is one of the best things about the baptist blogging ring. So many of these (mainly men) who share their concern based in intellect with others. It is a great thing to be able to share differences with others in a loving way. It will be a miracle when we hear that these blogs are also changing the lives of the readers.

Here is the 2nd link about those articles, I'm not sure how to make it clickable:
http://www.baptiststandard.com/postnuke/index.php?module=htmlpages&func=display&pid=7732

Lunch with Carmen

On Tuesday of my trip, Carmen and I went to this place called Apple Cake Restaurant. It was a girly place, but good portions still. I actually liked a few things on the menu. We both laughed at looking at all the food pictures from MandI's trip, so we took this picture to send to her. Enjoy!

Because I should be packing

Your ex is walking on the opposite side of the road, what do you do?
Probably not notice since it has been so long. Clearly I'd talk to them if I figured it out.

When is the last time you wanted to punch someone in their face?
oh...today...seriously I need this vacation

When was the last time you cried and why?
Friday for various reasons...the trip, gma c, loved one

What was the last movie you watched at home?
i don't recall, I watched so many while I was sick for those two weeks

What is your favorite aisle at a grocery store?
during spring - the Easter one; the juice one is the one I go down most often

What kind of milk do you drink?
Isomil

Who was the last person you went shopping with?
MandI in person; Mitra by phone

What is something you need to go shopping for?
Nothing...I'm headed out of here...I will get a CD at Cracker Barrel on the way...and gotta get birthday and hostess gifts...and of course a new Rocky Top key chain

Do you like pickles?
Yes, on my burgers

Does someone like you now?
Jr High like? I doubt it.

Do you like the color green?
depends what it is for...I'm not opposed to it

How many hours did you sleep for last night?
not near enough...usually like that before trips for me...about 6

Do you think someone is thinking about you right now?
well yeah....YOU as you read this!

Have you ever changed your clothes while in a vehicle?
Friday football trips it was part of life...certainly while on long trips and if needing to be in cleaner clothes

Do you think you're approachable?
yes, probably more than I should be

Would you cry if you found out you were pregnant?
Yes, I don't know how Mary did it...and seriously, we need a baby shower break

Have you been pressured to do anything recently?
yes...but sometimes that is good

What's your worst habit?
hummm..that is a good question --- totally my mouth...always has been...backtalk or food

What was the last thing someone said to you?
"I love you, Janna"

What's a fact about the last person who called you?
she named her first born after me...lol (ok so that isn't a fact but it sounds goo) ...she can be very fast at math

Its 4 in the morning, your phone rings who do you expect it to be?
the nursing home

What's the last thing you ate?
ice

Something you just don't understand?
judgemental people

Are you still friends with your first friend?
well she is my little cousin so yes

Who was the last person you were in a car with?
Gosh I can't remember... do bob and sally count?

Do you care what others think about you?
sometimes...trying not to as much in a balanced sort of way

Do you think you'll be married in 10 years?
I doubt it

How many people do you trust 100%?
heck, I don't even trust myself 100%

Ever tripped over your own feet?
Yes, I'm clumsy

Do you un-tie your shoes every time you take them off?
Nope...I tuck the laces in a lot too

A year ago today

May 9, 2007 - Ruth Martin Carwile died at age 98. (still sounds stupid to me to give information about a loved one like that) When I started planning to go to TN, I knew I was going to go in May. What I hadn't thought about was how close I'd be going to the anniversary of gma's death. Last night and lots of today, I was thinking about her creativity and attitudes toward people. She had this nature about her that would completely block out someone from her life if they hurt a family member or her. She really could hold a grudge for a long time. However, she was also someone that supported and loved her close family. Almost every time we were with her, we played board or card games. She was a very private person overall, yet another trait I developed. I think it would have been awesome to be able to read a diary of her earlier years. Next week, I'm going to see her son that took amazingly great watch and care for his mother for many years. I hope I can come up with a way to honor him and her memory while visiting with them.

Wal~Mart Tonight

Tonight I was in the line at Wal~mart for WAY TO LONG. I went to get ice, gas treatment, gas card load, and Mac&Cheese. Of course, I got more than that...but whatever. After texting, talking to mom/dad (that should be a side story), and reading a trashy magazine, I checked out. Then I had to get the bag of ice. This was one of those times they had someone going over those receipts. Well, ends up that I freakin knew the guy that was doing that tonight. He recogized me right away. Sadly, it took me a moment to figure out how I'd seen him before. When he asked why I hadn't called him back and if I lost his number, I had to figure out what that was about quickly in my head. UGH...I went on a date with him over a year ago. I said I didn't save most numbers from my old phone. Yep...liar liar pants on fire! I stood there talking to him for about 5mins. He tried to give me his number, but I didn't really want to deal with that. I gave him my "business card" hoping it would be lost during the next week which I made sure to say I'd be gone for. Craziness! What the freak was I thinking? I totally clued to my actions when he talked about going to a movie again. Seriously, women we have too much power in goofy situations...most likely for stupid reasons.

Stupid, Stupid, Stupid

Survivor...those fans really haven't been that bright. NEVER EVER give up your immunity! Women players that last are always evil...always! UGH...Erik even in a life women are tough to trust and these women want the title and $1 Million. UGH...totally proof of how much power women actually do have over men. This would be the reason to worry about a woman leader of the country...cause we will outsmart you boys! The finale should be interesting.

Funny Names

The past couple of weeks we've had an interesting and fun name to say at work. Now I'll play with names many times just to make the day less stressfull. The deceased name that we are smiling about right now is Harry Johnson. Yeah, go on and giggle if you want!

*yes I know it isn't very appropriate, but it is funny!

Exciting External Focus

UBC is a very missional/externally focused church. We are working on getting better at being locally exterally focused which thrills me...but really that is more about better organization for things members are already involved in. Last night as one of those leadership meetings (this was one that I we didn't really do any work in which was odd) and we learned of a more direct goal our church is going to be involved with for FY09. We are partnering with a church in New Orleans. My heart is totally smiling. I wanted to clap last night when I heard this. This may be my opportunity to go on the first mission trip of my life. I truly "Love This City" and am delighted to know that we are looking to head there. Learning more information will be great...i'm very curious as to what church it would be. How perfect if it was Metarie Baptist! What a total blessing of opportunity!