I'm engaged!!!!

So, we went to Rising Park in Lancaster for a picnic on April 17. It was a gorgeous day. I decided to take my camera to get more pics of us (little did I know that Ryan prayed that I would bring it cause he knew I would want pictures that night). So, we ate, had fun, took some pics of us. It was a lot of fun.

Then we decided to trek

up the mountain. Ha ha Well, it is. So, we

were having fun doing that too. We found a semi secluded spot, but the view wasn't the greatest, so he wanted to walk to the other parts, but there were couples at every crevice. So, he said, let's go back to "our" spot where we were before.

So, we were watching the sun set. Looking at the gorgeous view.

Hugging each other. Then I realized that his right hand had disappeared from around me and I didn't think too much of it.

Then we were talking about how perfect the night was and he said, "Well, then, I guess there's only one more thing to do." That's when he held up the ring in front of me and in between us and I covered my mouth with my hand and was like, "Oh my God!' Yes, I said it more than once. Ha ha Then he asked me, "Will you be my Isha?" For those who don't know Isha means wife/woman in Hebrew. I said, "YES!!!!" Duh, of course I said yes. God finally gave me the man that He created just for me. :) So, thus was our evening.

The diamond is a black diamond which actually is older than a white diamond. It's from space....a meteor to be exact. It's stronger than a white diamond and it's so perfectly me. I'm sooooooooooooo excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Our wedding date is August 29th at 1:30pm at ERC. Everyone is invited to the wedding. Hope to see you there.

Also, for those who want to know, we are registered at: Target, Walmart, and amazon.com (which you have to look under Ryan's name for some reason), we will also be accepting gift cards to these locations and monetary gifts (we are going to be buying a house too, so we're not sure what all we need, so cash is appreciated).

 

50 questions about a certain someone......

Can you answer 50 questions about just 1 person?OK, CHOOSE YOUR PERSON!

1) What’s their full name? Ryan David H.........

2) Does he or she have a boyfriend/girlfriend? Ummm...duh......me

3) Do you get along with this person all the time? So far, yes and I don't believe that the answer will ever be a no for this question

5) Has he/she ever cooked for you? He made me a salad once

6) Is this person older than you? Nope

7) Have you ever danced with this person? Yes, I have. Tis good times.

8) Are you related to this person? When I marry him, will that count? ;)

9) Are you really close to him/her? Extremely so

10) Nickname? Ry

11.) Do they have a nickname for you? Does baby count? Ha ha IDK

12) How many times do you talk to this person in a week? Everyday

13) Do you think they will repost this? Doubt it

14) Could you live with this person? Could I....of course.....after we're married.

15) How long have you known this person? Depends on how you look at it......7 years or 7 months

16) Have you ever been to the mall with this person? Yes

17) If you ever moved away would you miss them? Yeah, moving away without him is not an option, so it's not even a valid question.

18) Have you ever done something really stupid or illegal with this person? Stupid/fun......ha ha foam swords in Walmart....that's all I gotta say.

19) Do you know everything about this person? Probably not everything, but I'm sure I'm close.

20) Would you date this person’s siblings? Negative. Even if he did have a brother....I'm a little hooked on him.....okay, okay....a lot hooked on him.

21) Have you ever made something with this person? I put a pic of us in a frame for him.

22) Have you gone skinny dipping with this person? Negatory.

23) Is this person on drugs? No.

24) Have you ever worn this person’s clothes? Nope

25) Does this person wear your clothes? That's another nope.

26) If it was “freaky friday” would you switch bodies with this person? THAT would be nuts. I don't know.

27) Have you ever heard this person sing? Yes, and he's got a great voice.

28) Do you and this person have a saying? A few

29) Do you know this persons facebook password? If he had one, probably.

30) Have you and this person kissed? Well, isn't this a fun question to make people guess about?

31) What is your favorite thing about this person? There is no one thing. He is my favorite person. That's because of all the things combined that make him who he is.

32) What is your favorite PHYSICAL feature on this person? Ha ha That's a long list people....we'll go with smile.....I can never get enough of it. It makes my day.

33) Has this person ever given you anything? A flower ;)

34) Have you gotten injured by this person? Weeelllllll, on accident, but not seriously injured....I haven't even been bruised, now THAT'S a miracle for those who know me.

35) Does this person have any kids? Nopers

36) How far have you traveled with this person? 4 hours

37) Would you marry this person? Of course. Hee hee

38) What is your first memory of them? Being in the youth group

39) Have you and this person ever gotten into a fight that lasted more than 2 months? Us, fight? That's funny.

40) Have you and this person gone clubbing? Not yet....just kidding people

41) Do you know how to make this person feel happy? I think so.

42) Do you and this person talk alot? Yeah, but it's all good.

43) Do you like this person? Yes, I do....and I love him.

44) Has this person yelled at you? Never

45) Have you and this person got into a fist fight? Again, never

46) Do you think this person is good looking? Have you seen him? The answer is a definite yes!

47) When is the next time you'll see this person? Tonight

48) When was the last time you saw this person? Yesterday.

49) What is the most memorable thing you've done with this person? There are soooooo many memories.....let's see....most recent.....went on a picnic with him on Saturday.

50) If you could change anything about them...would you? No, I love him for who he is and that's how it should be.

My friend Matt Berry

Hey, everyone, as most of you have probably already heard, my friend Matt Berry took his life on Friday morning. It has been a rough weekend for everyone who knew and loved Matt. That is for sure.

I've never been close to someone who has taken their life, so this has been pretty hard for me to deal with. When I heard, I was in shock and then I just cried for a good 30 minutes and just prayed for his family and friends. All throughout the rest of the night it would just hit me so hard that I would either tear up or start crying all over again. Sunday morning was hard to with everyone asking questions. I can hold up pretty well as long as I don't have to talk about things or think about them. I'm sure you all know how that is though.

I loved Matt, he was someone who could always brighten my day. Always saying something silly to make me laugh until I cried. His laugh was contagious, it made everyone around him join in even if they didn't know what he was laughing about. He was straight forward and genuine. Never beat around the bush. I loved debating with him about things cause no matter what, we could still be friends after the fact.

Gosh, he was a true friend to me for a season. Where we were both going through hard times and encouraging each other despite the situation. I learned more about his life then ever during that time. Enough to know that he was a really good guy.

I can still hear his laugh in my head and see his face. I remember him coming over and eating dinner or Sunday lunch with my family. I remember sitting on the back porch in the summer and just talking about stuff. Ohhh or our weekly trips to Rita's on Tuesday's that summer. So much fun. I'm glad that God granted me those moments with him.

Anyway, I would ask that you all be praying for the family and for his friends who knew him well. That God's exceeding grace and peace be upon them. That God would comfort them during this time. I know it's a rough time for everyone. Matt will always be remembered and loved.

Just wanted everyone to know that I am..........

No, I'm not engaged. Geez. =P Ha ha Gottcha.

No, I figured that I would write a short post on what is going on in my life. Things are amazing. I never, ever, ever thought that I could be so blessed with such an amazing guy in my life. He brings joy to my life and it's great to just do the little things with him: walking in the park, going on a drive, etc. I love his commitment and security in God. I love how he just loves to be with me and likes to take care of me. Yes, ladies, men like this DO exist.

A note to all the single people out there.....again, and I cannot stress this enough.....waiting for the right person is sooooooooooo worth the wait. I'm not kidding. When I finally gave everything over to God and just said, "Hey God, here ya go, I'm not worrying about this anymore and I'm just gonna do whatever You tell me to do." That's when He started moving in ways that I never thought were possible.

My family and my friends love Ryan and love us together. That is such a blessing too. You have no idea. We went to KY this past weekend for him to meet my Dad and Sharon and everything went really well. I am sooo excited about what God is doing!!!!

I will keep you all updated. <3

Amazed

So, as I'm writing this blog, I never would have thought that I would be putting up a pic of me and my best friend and saying that I am now dating my best friend, but I am.

I have had multiple requests asking me about how this all happened, so I figure since this is my blog, I will write about it. (See how many people are REALLY reading this.....aka I expect comments. Ha ha)

About 7 years ago, Ryan started coming to ERC and at the time I was a youth leader. So, he was just an aquaintance at that time. I remember him and he remembers me, but we never hung out or anything. Then he felt led to go somewhere else about 5 years ago. Little did we know that God was just allowing us space to grow and mature. :)

I believe it was September (Ryan's proofing this before I post, so yeah, around then...ha ha) Ryan started coming back to ERC. I didn't notice him at first cause he sat on the other side of the sanctuary. My sis mentioned it to me one day though and asked if I had seen him. Then, he came over to the promise land....ha ha just kidding....he did come to sit on our side though, so I said hi, he said hi. Thus started the beginning of what God was getting ready to do. We started talking after service.....a lot. I finally got up the gall to ask for his e-mail, which I didn't use until a month later. What can I say, I was a little shy. With the e-mails/IM's started a friendship that will stand the test of time. I'm not kidding. It was and still is wonderful. We have hung out every weekend since Christmas weekend and that's been great too. I had so many people asking if we were a couple and I would always say no. (I guess I was in denial.)

Then we get to a month ago........I started liking Ryan. I DID NOT want to. I have this tendacy to fall for my best guy friends. So, I was praying about it and God said for me to be patient and wait. To not do my usual thing and go tell him and to not initiate anything either. It was hard, but the reward far exceeds anything I could have ever hoped or dreamed of.

March 1st...early in the morning....after we had watched 3 movies.....I was like, "Well, I guess I'm gonna go." (I wasn't too happy, cause I was really hoping that he would have said something by then.) Then he said, "So, how long are we gonna do this just friends thing?" I replied, "I guess that all depends on you." So, at that point we became "official." It has been a joy and a peace and a love (yes, I said love) that I have never known. God's hand is on this and I am amazed that God would love me so much to make someone just for me. Someone who "fits." I always heard people say, "Oh when you know, you know." I never understood it until now, but it is true. I can't explain it, but when you know, you know. It is the most amazing feeling in the world to know that God gave you His best (that's what He told me on my way home that morning). When everyone is in agreement with the relationship and feels a peace about it and is excited about it right along with you.

So, my advice to all the single ladies and guys out there.....it is SO worth the wait. When you finally give EVERYTHING over to God and tell Him to take care of it. That's when God gave me Ryan. Never in my wildest dreams would I have ever expected to be with him, but God knew exactly what we both needed and God answered EVERY prayer that I had prayed for what I wanted in a guy, not even that, He gave me more. I am amazed and thankful to my God, my Savior, my King, my everything!!!! I am also thankful for Ryan, for waiting for me and for loving me.

Patience

So, I always think it's great when people are like, yeah, God's taking me through a season of patience. I think God has had to take me through multiple seasons of patience because I never quite got what it was about. Ha ha

Well, lately, I had been in a season of patience. It was one of the hardest, yet easiest ones that I have ever had to go through.

At the beginning of the year, I didn't make "New Year's Resolutions," but I did make some promises to God. I think that's more powerful anyway. A few of them were to get into a healthier state physically, take more risks, to just be open to whatever God wanted for me, and all that good stuff. I was finally to the point in my life where I was content where God had me and so I was joyful all the time. I was able to take things in stride and just be patient. Not doing anything unless God told me to on certain issues.

Then came the testing. Ha ha God was pretty much like, if you want this to happen, then you are going to have to let go. Not the way that you usually handle things, but let Me handle things. So, I'm like, okay God, whatever You say. So, I took my hands off of a situation that started out to be not so difficult to take my hands off of. I was tempted to do/say some things during this season, but God would always check me and tell me no. So, I obeyed. I am so happy that I did. I admit that this past week was probably the hardest, but it's always the hardest right before things turn around.

All I gotta say is that it pays to be patient and to truly take your hands off and let God do His thing. It's turned out way better than I could have ever expected. If you have seen my myspace/facebook status, then you probably know what this is about, but I tell you. When you let God do it and it's done right.......it's amazing! :)

Amilo tutto! (What language is this? Do you know what it says?)

Yet another survey....sorry peps.....not much to talk about right now

45 of the most random things you probably never needed to know about someone


whats your name spelt backwards?: nahallac
What did you do last night?: I stayed home
The last thing you downloaded onto your computer?: Music
Have you ever licked a 9 volt battery?: Yes
Last time you swam in a pool?: Last summer
What are you wearing?: Red/black/gray pinstripe pants and a grey shirt
How many cars have you owned?: 2
Type of music you dislike most?: Country
Are you registered to vote?: Yes
Do you have cable?: Yes
What kind of computer do you use?: Sony Vaio laptop
Ever made a prank phone call?: Too many
You like anyone right now?: Eh
Would you go bungee jumping or sky diving?: Neither, though I would do bungee over sky
Furthest place you ever traveled?: India
What's your favorite comic strip?: Peanuts?
Do u know all the words to the national anthem?: Most
Shower, morning or night?: Usually morning
Best movie you've seen in the past month?: Hmmm.....Underworld 3
Favorite pizza toppings?: Depends on where I get it from
Chips or popcorn?: Chips
What cell phone provider do you have?: Verizon
Have you ever smoked peanut shells?: No
Have you ever been in a beauty pageant?: No
Orange Juice or apple?: OJ
Who were the last people you sat at lunch with?: Joanne
favorite chocolate bar?: Before.....Kit Kat
Who is your longest friend and how long?: Beth...I'm appoximating 17 years
Last time you ate a homegrown tomato?: Never.
Have you ever won a trophy?: Sure
Favorite arcade game?: Is Tetris one? If not, Pac-man
Ever ordered from an infomercial?: No
Sprite or 7-UP?: Sierra Mist
Have you ever had to wear a uniform to school/work?: Yes, thank God when those days were over
Last thing you bought at Walgreens?: Ummm.....index cards
Ever thrown up in public?: Yes, I feel so bad for the other people who have to endure that
Would you prefer being a millionaire or finding true love?: I think that both are a possibility
Do you believe in love at first sight?: Not really
SPONGEBOB OR JIMMY NEUTRON?: Neither
Did you have long hair as a young kid?: Yes, to my booty
What message is on your voicemail machine?: I don't have one
Where would you like to go right now?: Home
Whats the name of your pet?: Jasper
What kind of back pack do you have, and what's in it?: An orange one that rolls.....probably some stuff from Africa
What do you think about most?: Life


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