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COMING SOON

Wed, 09 May 2007 11:30:28 GMT

I don't think very many people actually use this. I can not believe the year has flown by. As I look back I am amazed to see how much can happen in a year. Last year at this time I never imagined that I would be where I am right now... My mother being gone, me finishing my first year of teaching, and about to get married. The year has been good but the most difficult. I daily struggle with the loss of my mom and at the sametime I am so thankful for the time that I had with her. Not everyone has a mother that is that wonderful. On the way to school this morning I began to think about my students at Mullin and how many of them have mothers that are in prison. Then I stopped crying to think how blessed I am that I had 25 amazing years with an a outstanding mother. I know that God is good despite my hurt and confusion about what happened.

The wedding will be here very soon. We are less than six weeks away. I have everything basically ready to go. I am looking forward to the day. You do all this planning and then you just want it to be here. Frisco is also looking forward to the day. He always jokes that he doesnt care if I show up for the wedding, as long as I show up for the honeymoon! Frisco is still looking for a real job- he graduates this Saturday from HPU. Other then that I am counting down the days until school is out! I am so ready!

Lacey and Tab dont forget that on June 16th you are in charge of the gift table...I can not wait to see you there! Miss all of you!

Amanda Bludworth

soon to be FORMAGGIO

My Mom and Best Friend

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 21:49:53 GMT

I know there are very few people that actually use this anymore and I am actually one of them. I wanted to let some of you in on somethings that are happening in my life.
I am still coaching and teaching and I love it. I am currently coaching basketball. I am also about to be leaving the church I am at. Frisco has graduated and we are looking for a job that he can do his ministry in. Please be in prayer about that.
I also wanted to let you all know that my mom passed away a month ago. It was completely unexpected and a total shock. She had battled cancer for seven years and battled it successfully. In the end it was her heart that could no longer endure. I have had the hardest and most difficult time that I have ever been presented in my entire life. My mother was everything to me. She was my encouragement, stremgth, mentor, and my best friend. I spoke with her several times a day and saw her everyday. Although I have my own apartment I spent atleast 4 nights a week with my mother. We would spend hours talking, laughing, and watching television together. She was the one I would call on my way to school and on the way home from school. She was the one I would call when I had bad news or good news. She was my sunshine on a cloudy day. I have struggled with the pain of missing her. It is difficult to even grasp that I will have no more time with her on this earth. Every morning I wake up thinking I will be relieved of the bad dream and it just doesn't happen. My faith and spirit have been tested. Although I am completely aware that my mom is in a better place and that she is suffering no more, it is difficult to accept the hand that has been dealt. In many ways I feel cheated that I only got 25 years with my mother and best friend (she passed away the morning after my 25th birthday.) I look at her picture everyday and think how beautiful she is. I am reminded of her spirit, love, and gifts everyday. It seems that everything I do or see throughout my day reminds me of the wonderful mother I had. I long to fling open the garage door and yell her name. I ache for one more hug, and I imagine her voice on the other end of the phone. As you can see I miss her. Today has been rough and I suppose that is why I am writing this.
I leave you with this: Cling to those you love, because as I have learned....life is so fragile and we are granted no guarantees. I also ask that you keep me and my dad and the rest of my family in your prayers. Thanks.

Busy Bee

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 13:33:30 GMT

Ok so it has been forever since I have logged on. I am sorry, if there is anyone who reads this..hehe. I have been staying busy with life. I am loving my teaching and coaching job. God has really shown me a lot there and I really feel like I am where I am supposed to be. I am also still working at the church- which is going crazy, good.

Frisco and I have been dating for nearly two years. I can't believe how fast time goes by. He is finishing his last semester of school and then we will see the next step and where we will end up (as far as location.) We have been doing really well. There have been some struggles in the past two years but there has been a lot of growth as well. We are both realizing different things that our relationship needs to continue to flourish and that is neat to see. Frisco has made a lot of changes and I am proud of him for continuing to seek to be the man that God has destined for him to be. We have begun making dinner for one another two nights a week. (Which for me is huge because cooking hasn't been my thing in the past.) We also eat out a lot....we have found a new favorite dessert spot- Docs Pharamacy! Onto another subject- I threw up the other night and Frisco carried me to my bed and then cleaned up all my throw up. I thought that was very sweet....yes we are very comfortable with one another! haha!

There has not been a lot going on other then these things. I have been staying super busy- yet a good busy.

Amanda

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

Wed, 22 Mar 2006 11:54:28 GMT

Hello there! About to begin class....fun!

I took the job at Hibbetts as manager. It will be a good experience and I am looking forward to all the new things I will learn. I know at the same time it will be challenging.

Going to watch some sweet 16 Basketball games in San Anotonio this weekend. That will be way cool!

Been thinking about a lot of different aspects of my life lately...interesting and a lot at the same time.

Everything is going well and I am about to start learning.....see ya!

Tuesday, February 28, 2006

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 20:50:14 GMT

Can't believe it is March...almost.

My cold is getting better.

Trip to St. Louis was good! Mom is also doing better.

Had a great Valentines...My boy did really good.

Decisions about where to work are coming soon!

Later!

Thursday, February 23, 2006

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 12:34:11 GMT

I'm getting a cold!

Monday, February 13, 2006

Mon, 13 Feb 2006 11:36:21 GMT

Sitting in the lab. Waiting for my next exciting class....then heading to my wonderful job. Yeah, it is a new week once again. I think I am about to go and get a new ID made....I lost mine!

This weekend I am going to St. Louis to meet Frisco's Dad and step mom. I haven't gotten to meet them because they live in St. Louis. I am excited about meeting them. His Dad seems like a really nice guy...He seems sincere and I like that about him. (I have talked to him...just not face to face.) He seems like he knows he isnt perfect (none of us are) but what I like most is that he seems sincere about Frisco and wanting the best for him and honestly wanting to help him....and that makes me happy! I am excited to go somewhere different....away! It is nice to go some place different....yeah.

Tomorrow is Valentines.....I love Frisco........for many reasons....here are a few things....1. He always wants to make me happy and hates for me to be upset. 2. He encourages me when I am down or when I just need a boost. 3. I love it when he kisses me! 4. He is a funny man! Makes me laugh. There are just a few but I thought I should stop so I dont bore all of you! hehe.

Happy early valentines! Take care...Must go get new ID!

Tuesday, January 17, 2006

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 21:38:11 GMT

School has begun again...yuck. I keep telling myself that I am almost done with certification. I just left the most boring class ever. It is absolute torture. Lacey tried to warn me but I do not think anyone can warn you enough!

Dr. Allen the pastor at Salt Creek (where Frisco and I work) resigned on Sunday. We knew it would be coming but we had no idea it would be this soon. It was so sad. I actually don't think the reality of it has set in yet. I know we will continue to serve but it will be so different without the pastor and his wife that have been complete spiritual mentors and friends to Frisco and I. I have so much admiration for Dr. Allen and I only hope that someday Frisco and I can grow to be the type of people that they are. I will really miss them being there on Sundays and the strength that they give me while in church. I am glad that he will have more time for his family, health, teaching, etc. now....he deserves it....Im just talking selfishly. hehe.

Can't believe that February is almost here. Wow...time goes too fast.

I love Frisco!

Peace and hair grease!

Wednesday, December 07, 2005

Wed, 07 Dec 2005 15:31:50 GMT

I'm glad it is Christmas time! I love this time of year, besides I freeze my little keester (not sure if I spelled that right) off! Way cold today!

Had a rough week. Questions about my future and what to do, flat on my car, 2 presentations and paper due. Not so fun.....

But getting better I suppose...the flat is fixed and my last presentation is today!

I already did my Christmas shopping, I am so proud of myself. Well I did mostly all of it. That's good right? Anyways....Just staying busy and working. Hope all is super with everyone else.

Peace and Hair grease!

Thursday, November 10, 2005

Thu, 10 Nov 2005 21:12:36 GMT

Ok well TF I am updating for you my friend.

Still going to stupid class to get certified...ready to be done. I just got a job at Hibbett sports. It was my first day today. It was good but a tad on the boring side. I had fun making my youth ice cream cones last night. Good stuff...and good stories while doing that. Things are going really well here. God has truly blessed me, despite my continuous ability to over look those blessings. One thing I have really missed lately....I have really missed my old school...University of Dallas. I have just thought about a lot of old friends and old things I used to do and I miss it a lot....well lately I have.

Just took a test...thanks Lacey for helping me in that area. I was glad I studied for the right test this time. hehe...funny stuff. Almost a year that Frisc and I have been together...wow....good stuff with the best guy.

ok so that is all random junk. Oh yeah please pray for a local youth ministers family. Bill Copeland, who is 55 years old and volunteers as a youth minister at a local church out by Brownwood lake was killed in a car wreck last night when he was heading home after church. The church and the family really needs our prayers. thanks friends.