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How cool is this?

It's a Girl!!!!

I am so happy and excited to report that my sister-in-law has had her baby girl. Wow! I have never been so overwhelmed to see a new one.
I realized that I had been holding my breath for God's promise in Amy to come to pass so that I would have more faith concerning my own promise due to come soon.
I was able to see Eliana fifteen minutes after she was born and did not realize that she, this little gem, would affect me so much. I started to tear up but did not begin to cry until I took it all in... I was so happy for Amy because God had answered his promise, which by the way is what Eliana's name means.
This baby is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen, and I am not exaggerating in the least. I also believe that she is a sign and a wonder from God himself, but don't ask me ask the one who created her. I am not stating that all babies aren't miracles, but sometimes people need a specific sign during difficult times in their lives. This is that time.

God you are so good that even when we doubt your promises, your promises remain the same and don't change. You are so big that even the biggest thing that Satan brings against us can not compare to your best work. I love you so much. You reminded me through this baby girl that nothing is ever like it seems, and that the hardest most difficult times brings forth great beauty. You are truly magnificent.
I love you Lord.

Yeah! 14 weeks along

Everyone the baby is doing great! The heartbeat is strong and regular. The doctor was excited that I had lost two pounds. Yeah, me!
I am beginning to show but not much. Love you all and thanks for the prayers. Will give you an update soon.
Oh, by the way, I got to feel the baby and it was so exciting I almost could not contain myself.
Thank you God for this promise.

An Answer to Prayer!

I am happy to report that Xanderia who has been staying with my aunt and uncle now is in their custody. We have been praying so hard that God's will would be done for this little one and He was still in control no matter what we thought. Thank you God for this miracle.

HONOR WHERE IT IS DUE

I want to talk about one of the most important women in my life. My sister Amy Tice is one of most incredible women I know.
Amy Tice has been my sister-in-law (a term that I don't care for) for six years. I think that I have been blessed each day I have known her.
Even through the hardest times a person can have she has been my best encouragement. She doesn't think that she is strong but her faith is unwavering. I am so encouraged by her daily walk with Christ and her family.
Amy just for you.
Thank you for all you have done, for all you do.
I love you.
your sister,
Tina

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PICTURES !!!!

I would like to introduce Baby Rice. They will enter the world in August 2008. This is the 10 week photo.
As Hannah prayed in 1 Samuel 2:1-2,6,8-9
" My Heart rejoices in the Lord, in the Lord my strength is lifted high. My mouth boasts over my enemies for I delight in your deliverance. There is no one Holy like the Lord; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.
The Lord brings death and makes alive; He brings down to the grave and raises up. He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap; he seats them with princes and has them inherit a throne of honor. For the foundations of the earth are the Lord's, upon them he has set the world. He will guard the feet of His saints, but the wicked will be silenced in darkness. It is not by strength that one prevails..."

Lord, you truly are so good to me. No one compares to you and I am so incredibly stunned that you have given me a miracle of your unending love and grace. Let me be a sign of "New Beginnings" and "Restoration".
I love you so much my King.

Official News!!!

Yeah God!

I am blessed beyond blessed. I had my ten week appointment. I was so happy to see my baby in 3-d. It was so amazing to see a 3 x 5 picture of my baby and know that my baby is one and a fourth inch long. I was able to both see and hear the heartbeat. Thank you God.

I am a walking miracle. God has prepared a way where there was no way. This baby is God's gift to me.

Thank you all for your prayers and love and support.
You will be seeing pictures very soon.

Hannah Susanne Rice- January 10, 2002

Happy Birthday!
This is in honor of my beautiful daughter!.
Born on January 10th.
Weighing 10 pds 3 oz.
I love you Hannah.

Thank you God...Through it All.

I really did not want to do a memorial but I do need some closure.
It seems when you try to ignore things they come up with a vengeance. I am talking about January 13, 2007 and June 7,2007.
For those of you who don't know I found out that I was expecting on the dates above. Within two weeks of finding out I miscarried.
The first one was horrible, I don't think that I had ever felt so devastated in my life. We, my husband and I, weren't expecting these blessing but were totally deflated when these things were unexpectedly snatched away.
I crashed with the first baby and then with the second one was confident in one thing. That God did not do this and that He still kept every promise he ever made.
In prayer, I was told by God that it was okay to feel differently because He was working in me.
I thought that I was learning to trust.
On December 10,2007 found out that once again I was expecting. Not only did I have to adjust to the new feelings but I had to deal with torrents of fear and apprehension. I prayed and did not really hear from God. I knew that He is into restoration but really had no idea what this meant. Why would it be so hard to trust now? I knew things in my head, but they were not really making it down to my heart. When I would think of all the possibilities that this new stage of life would bring I would shut down and feel dread.
The week before I found out that I was expecting this last time we had the Jehu sermon and I had God tell me a few things and wasn't even expecting this result.
God said three things: "I will fulfill your every dream." "I will set your family right." "It is happening now."
I know this might seem like I am rambling and it is true, in some regards I am.

Today is a day for good memories no matter what the future may hold. I am standing at the thresh hold, 9 weeks and four days today.
I am confident in the whole process of what God has planned and what He shall do in this time.
Thank you all for the prayers and voices of encouragement you have given, I am so glad to have you all to lean on.
Be blessed my friends!

Have you ever had a secret?

I have a secret. Everyone has a secret. God has placed in each of us a secret. He has a special name for each of us. A name that He calls us and that only he calls us. It has taken me sometime to figure out how to hear him call me my name. My name is Triumphant, victorious one.

No matter how much I think that my name is "hopeless, worthless or nothing one". God declares over me that I am his victorious one and that I am triumphant.

When I was growing up I did not really fight for much. I was pretty easy to get along with and allowed myself to be trampled on again and again. Now I am not saying that I never fought, because I fought a bunch with my siblings. Unfortunately one of my issues in life that I am learning to overcome is the desire to please everyone. I didn't want to make people angry so I would do whatever they wanted me to. Many of my problems in life were caused or even started because I wanted to be accepted. I don't think that I have felt that I was victorious or triumphant as a child and if I did it was due to superficial victories that had no bearing on my life.
I was looking into the names that God calls me and was kinda freaked out. Being a person who is very laid back I was not impressed to see that the word victorious(in every definition that I could find) meant that someone had to be fighting in a battle and had to be the winner.
Definition:
1. Defeat of an enemy or opponent.
2. Success in a struggle against difficulties or an obstacle.
3. The state of having triumphed.
I know that as a Christian we are in a battle but sometimes one looses track of this when the army is invisible. I began to really notice the evidence of the attack but still did not realize the impact of what was really happening until recently.
I "think" I am not a warrior or a soldier but the more I search out the scriptures I am convinced that I am in an ongoing battle and fighting each and every moment.

I than began to search out the meaning for triumphant. This was very interesting.
definition:
1. Exulting in success or victory.
2. Victorious; conquering.
3. Archaic Triumphal.
4. Obsolete Magnificent; splendid.
When I imagine myself, I imagine a soldier who is tired and worn out and at first glance you see the tarnish and scuffs on the armor but looking closer you see the cuts and gashes that have pierced through and blood is flowing. Sometimes my head is hanging low and I have my helmet at my side, other times I am walking head tall. A closer look would show that there is a humongous angel standing behind me. I am so glad that God has that secret name for me.

What a sense of Humor

Wow, God sure has a sense of humor when he gave us children.
I am so thankful that He lets us see a little of Him each and every day.
Many times we think that God is quiet and stoic but He is an exciting God and displays it I think many times through our children.

Your Five Variable Love Profile

Propensity for Monogamy: Your propensity for monogamy is medium. In general, you prefer to have only one love interest. But it's not too hard for you to stay devoted! There's too much eye candy to keep you from wandering. Experience Level: Your experience level is high. You've loved, lost, and loved again. You have had a wide range of love experiences. And when the real thing comes along, you know it! Dominance: Your dominance is low. This doesn't mean you're a doormat, just balanced. You know a relationship is not about getting your way. And you love to give your sweetie a lot of freedom. Cynicism: Your cynicism is low. You are an eternal optimist when it comes to love and romance. No matter how many times you've been hurt - you're never bitter. You believe in one true love, your perfect soulmate. And if you haven't found true love yet, you know you will soon. Independence: Your independence is low. This doesn't mean you're dependent in relationships.. It does mean that you don't have any problem sharing your life. In your opinion, the best part of being in love is being together.

The Five Variable Love Test

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Joy through Pain!

This time of the year it is very difficult to blog. So to all my expectant fans I apologize.

On the 14Th of September my world was rocked. I found out at 3:30 p.m. that my cousin, Jaime, who I grew up close to was murdered. Jaime was one year older than me. I don't remember not having her in my family. We were buds, and spent vacations and holidays together. I loved her, so much and it hurt when she decided to turn to drugs and other things and not live right. Funny thing though she still was my cousin.
When I was told, I remembered inhaling with such impact that it made me ill. I would never had imagined that something of this magnitude would have to happen to me and my family.

Immediately I desired to be near my extended family. One never knows how tragedies can effect people until you find yourself in one. I thought I was brave, courageous but it amazing how small and vulnerable you feel when these things happen.

I flew to Tulsa, Oklahoma which by the way was a fiasco. Then with my dad we continued on to Springfield, Missouri. The trip was comforting and helped for all of us to join and posture ourselves for what will come later.

The one thing that has stood firm regardless of the tragedies is that Jesus is still in control. God is the same yesterday, today and forever.

There is more to the story than just the murder but you know God is into restoration and not destruction so I am going to give some insite on what I believe God is going to do now.

Xanderia is Jaime's youngest daughter. A thirteen month old ball of energy. Beautiful and sweeter than most baby girls who have had such a huge tragedy. I was told that she would be different than she was when I met her. Be praying for God to revamp her future and transform what was meant for evil into good. I will be posting a slide show for her.
Jaime's husband is alive and I believe that God can bring about his salvation as well as his entire family's. She also left behind four children and I expect God to use each one of them to bring about his plans and purposes. It doesn't matter what has happened because God has never been caught off guard and never is shorthanded. He always has a plan even when it looks like He doesn't. He is God and will always be......
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