When & Where I Became a Christian: I accepted Christ in VBS at Ovilla Rd Baptist Church around age 10 and recommitted my life at 25 yrs. of age, at Hillcrest Baptist Church.
My Family: I come from a very strong, Christian family. My dad and mom raised us in church and instilled God’s love in us every day. My dad passed away 20 years ago but it seems like yesterday. My mom and younger brother still reside in our childhood home.
Regular Order at My Favorite Coffee Shop: Venti Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso with an extra shot (that makes 5!)
People That Inspire Me: Anyone that shows God’s love to people and animals!
Weird Quirks: I have to smell everything I eat before putting it in my mouth, and I cannot stand stepping barefooted in anything wet! Except the ocean – that is incredible!
Least favorite thing to do: Clean house and wash clothes
What Makes Me Laugh: My friends and their crazy antics and my own crazy life!
Favorite Movies: Musicals – Sound of Music is my fave! - and all of the Avengers movies.
Favorite Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: TobyMac, Crowder, all Christian Music, 70’s and 80’s rock bands
Favorite Book: Harry Potter and Twilight series
When & Where I Became a Christian?
I don't know... but I was Baptized finally at Oaks Church by Sharon.
My Family: I have a 31-year-old daughter and 4 grandsons and a 20-year-old son.
Regular Order at My Favorite Coffee Shop: Sweet Cream with extra cream iced coffee or a hot mocha in the winter.
People That Inspire Me: God
Weird Quirks: Not a huge meat eater. Smells and textures aren't my friend.
Least Favorite Thing to Do: Clean
What Makes Me Laugh: Sistah Flashlight and my grandkids.
Favorite Movies: Hope Floats, Heartland, Virgin River, Top Gun and so many more!
Favorite Scripture: Proverbs 31:25 and Issaiah 40:31
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: We the Kingdom, Christian and Country, The Eagles, Bon Jovi, George Strait
Favorite Book: Bible, not a huge reader.
When & Where I Became a Christian? I got saved at a church service 21 years ago while 8 months pregnant with my daughter.
My Family: Daughter Nevaeh, 21 God-daughter Ilyanna, 16Regular Order at My Favorite Coffee Shop: Whatever they have that is sugar free. Hot or iced depends on the weather
People that Inspire Me: Jesus, Maya Angelou,
Louise Hay
Weird Quirks: You’re gonna have to ask someone that knows me…because I would say I don’t have any! LOL
Least Favorite Thing to Do: Wake up early
What MakesMe Laugh: some peoples laughs, funny things lol
Favorite Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: I like all music from hip-hop to country to Christian to motivational
Favorite Book: The Four Agreements
When & Where I Became a Christian? I accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior when I was 11 years old as my parents were going through a divorce. My mom and I became members of Hillcrest Baptist Church and we were both baptized shortly after.
My Family: I am a mother of 2: a 14 year-old daughter, and a 10 year-old son. I have 3 dogs and 2 cats. I have been divorced twice, and my current husband is the love of my life. He has truly been a big part of my journey to love and happiness.
Regular order at my favorite coffee shop: My regular at 7Brew is their Iced Blondie.
People that inspire me: My Dad and anyone that puts their ideas and dreams to a reality
Weird Quirks: I can be generally weird at times.
Least Favorite Thing to Do: Wash the dishes
What Makes Me Laugh: Kids laughing having a good time, animals, dad jokes
Favorite Movies: War Room. Elf, Star Wars, Pirates of the Caribbean
Favorite Scripture: "Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: TobyMac, MercyMe, Casting Crowns, 80's music, classic rock. There really isn't a genre that I don't listen to.
Favorite Book: Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy, The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
When and where I got saved: Saved San Antonio TX 1988, Baptism (Cornerstone Church) San Antonio TX 2008, Rededicated (Trinity Church) Cedar Hill TX 2012
My family: Single mom to one amazing young adult. We're a strong little family on our own with a larger extended family who consistently backs us up.
Regular order at your favorite coffee shop: Usually, just a good strong cup at home is good and more economical.
People that inspire me: People that have a testimony of the miracles God has done in their lives, in spite of adversity, and those who have suffered grief and still live fulfilling lives.
Weird quirks: I'm just a quirky person, overall!
Least favorite thing to do: Laundry, especially putting laundry away
What makes me laugh: Children, animals, people who say funny things
Favorite Movies: Sound of Music, Sahara, Return to Me, Pride & Prejudice (with Matthew Macfadyen)
Favorite Scripture: Psalm 18, Psalm 61:2, Isaiah 61:1-3
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: It's safe to say I can probably find a favorite in almost any genre.
Favorite Book: "The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency" series by Alexander McCall Smith
When & where I became a Christian? I was approximately 11 years old when I gave my life to Christ. I then rededicated my life to Jesus and was rebaptized at The Avenue Church Waxahachie several years ago.
My family: I am blessed to be married to my best friend who loves me unconditionally despite my craziness and flaws. We have a daughter who is 37 and a son who is 26. We also have 4 grandloves and being a grandparent is one of my greatest joys!
Regular order at my favorite coffee shop: I am not a regular coffee drinker, but when I do drink coffee I really enjoy a cafe mocha.
People that inspire me: People who are building the next generation of Jesus followers.
Weird quirks: Walking barefoot, especially outdoors. I am a little bit of a girly girl and don't like to feel anything on my feet other than a nice pair of shoes.
Least favorite thing to do: Grocery shopping. It's the worst!
What makes me laugh: Myself mostly. I try not to take myself too seriously and if you can't laugh at yourself, then you're too serious.
Favorite movies: The Notebook, The Family Stone
Favorite scripture: I have 2 favorites, Phillippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." It has always been my life's verse and Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Favorite music/band/singers: I like all types of music but if it moves me emotionally or physically, I like it. Some of my favorites are Brandon Lake, Anne Wilson, Elevation Worship and Chris Stapleton.
Favorite book: Daring Greatly
When & were I became a Christian? I became a Christian at a very young age. Around 7 or 8 years old, I remember being baptized and completely understanding after, that that signified a dedicated life to Christ.
My family: I have been blessed with two beautiful children. Now 29 year old son and 22 year old daughter. They are my world. I was married for close to 12 years until the unexpected passing of my husband, their dad. Changed our lives forever.
Regular order at my favorite coffee shop: Matcha Green Tea Latte
People that inspire me: My mom, may she rest in peace. My pastor’s wife Serita Jakes. And women who succeed in the face of adversity.
Weird quirks: Hate toilets and for my hands to be sticky.
Least favorite thing to do: Trying to reach things up high (I am vertically challenged lol)
What makes me laugh: Young children, funny animal videos, and AFV (America’s Funniest Home Videos)
Favorite movies: Jumping The Broom, Think Like A Man, The Proposal, Something’s Gotta Give, A Christmas Carol and more…
Favorite scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) “For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”.
Favorite music/band/singers: CeCe Winans, Fantasia, Anthony Hamilton, Kirk Franklin and his groups, amongst others…
Favorite book: Who Moved My Cheese, Discipline with Dignity, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Miss Nelson is Missing!, to name a few…
When & Where I Became a Christian? I was raised in a Christian home. My journey has been one of learning more and growing deeper with the Lord. We joined a spirit-filled church in 2013 and that took my faith to a whole new level.
My Family: I was widowed in 2014 and remarried Don Hase last March. I have 2 boys. Trent, 25, is a facilities technician at Texas Instruments. Cade, 23, is finishing his Masters in Accounting at Texas Tech. I have 2 dogs, Duchess and Cosmo.
Regular Order at My Favorite Coffee Shop: Latte breve
People that Inspire Me: Jesus, my husband, my parents, Teddy Roosevelt, Sherry Emerson, the Apostles Paul and Peter, Dan Campbell
Weird Quirks: My husband and I take selfies at county courthouses. I might burst into song in the middle of a conversation. I hate kale with a passion. I've rooted against the Cowboys since the day Jerry Jones fired Tom Landry.
Least Favorite Thing to Do: Clean house
What Makes Me Laugh: Off-beat humor. I love zingy, random one-liners.
Favorite Movies: TV shows: Ted Lasso, Seinfeld, The Office, Big Band Theory Movies: Christmas Vacation, Raiders of the Lost Ark
Favorite Scripture: Depends on the season I'm in! Lately, it's been Psalm 23:3. He restores my soul.
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: For King and Country, Adele, Crowder, Jackson Browne, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac
Favorite Book: The Bible!
