January 26th.

I have to say that TODAY is extra special! Today the McGee family celebrates not one, NOT two, but THREE birthdays. That's right, my daddy, my sister, and little man Payton. I think it is so cool how God allowed this to happen. Three birthdays, in one family, on one day. Doesn't happen too often. I'm sure thankful it happened to my family though. :)



To my precious Daddy. I've loved you for over 21 years now, and I grow to love you more each year. Especially now that I'm "growing up." You are the best Daddy in the whole world, and I see so many qualities of you in my own life. You are the most patient person I know. You serve others before yourself, always. You lead our church into the presence of God through music every Sunday. I love watching you. I find myself, all the time, standing in awe that God would give me such a wonderful Daddy! You are a constant support, and always have been. If I've ever thought I couldn't do something, you've been there pushing..and encouraging. You've always believed in me. And you've disciplined me. We look back now and joke about all the spankings I got. (the church ones are the best) I know I deserved waaaaay more than I got. But seriously, thank you. All those times you said "This hurts me more than it hurts you"...I'm starting to grasp that concept. :) Thank you for loving my sweet mama, and thank you for the example y'all have always set before me. You are the most amazing Daddy in the whole world. I thank God for you everyday. Happy Birthday Daddy!! I love you so much!







To my sweet sister, Brittany. 15 years ago today I was at school in the 1st grade. I can remember it like it was yesterday. JoyBeth busted into class and said that you were about to come into the world and we had to get to the hospital. I was so nervous/excited/scared about meeting you. I had waited 9 loooong months to meet you, so it was a very exciting day for me! Once we got to the hospital I thought you'd never get here. Finally, the moment arrived and daddy brought you out all snuggled in a baby blanket. (Feet showing, haha. And you know that story) :) Daddy was grinning from ear to ear. I can still remember Daddy bending down showing you to me for the first time. I peaked over that blanket ever so slowly and it was instant love. A bond that we'll share, without a doubt, for the rest of our lives. Britta, I can hardly believe you are 15 now. Where has time gone? I hope you know that I love you with every ounce of my being. You and I share something that I'll never be able to share with any other person, ever. You are growing into a beautiful young lady. You excel at everything you do, and I am loving the chance to watch you blossom. I will always be your biggest fan. Not only in basketball, but life. I've got your back, always. Happy 15th Birthday Britta! You are the BEST sister anyone could ask for! I love you so much!!









To my little man Payton (aka= my Smush). Can you seriously be ONE?!! A year ago today, we could hardly believe that you'd be coming in the world on Daddy and Brit's birthday. We were already excited to meet you...but this just added to it. (Esp. for Daddy & Brit) 5lbs and 1oz. You were perfect in every single way, and you still are today. 10 tiny fingers and 10 tiny toes. Our little miracle. Holding you for the first time is still embedded in my heart. I couldn't take my eyes off you. You've grown so much in just a year, and I've enjoyed every second of it too. You are so cute, so funny, and you have the best personality. Happy 1st Birthday Payton!! I love you so very much! You have brought so much joy into our lives. Please don't grow up too fast!















Now you know why TODAY, January 26, will always hold a special place in my heart.
annnnd Happy Birthday Jacob Waldo!! He also shares the big day! :)


Until next time.
Love God. Love people

1st few weeks.

What's been going on in my world lately?
Well, for one school is back in full swing. I'm in what we call Special Ed. "Big Block", and so far it's been good. It's about to get super busy, but I'm excited about it really. I get to spend 4 hours every Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday working in the schools. I start this coming Monday and I'm excited, not to mention scared out of my mind. :) In Big Block, we also have the joyous experience of writing lesson plans. Lots and lots and lots of lesson plans. I should be a pro pretty soon, hopefully :) Soooo, I'm sure I'll be blogging on this more in the new future. Send up a prayer for me if you would kindly.

My God is awesome. Check out the view I had on my way to school. He loves us so much!


I'm waay behind on blogging about our "snow day" 01-07-2010, but it was amazing none-the-less.
The girls and I enjoyed it so much, and we even made snow cream. It was just all around a great day! Getting out of school was an added bonus too.




I love them so much!!

As most of you know, we eat at my sweet Beezie's every Sunday afternoon and Wednesday night. (I, of course, am @ school on Wed) I love that precious time spent with my family so much. After the food is put away and the dishes are done, we go into the living room and play with Payton. I can't believe he's fixin to be ONE! This year has flew by. SO FAST!



This is the life!

Beezie--most amazing lady in the world.

Life is just really good. I am so blessed, and I have so much to be thankful for.



Until next time.
Love God. Love people.

Reflection.

I'm still having a hard time believing it's 2010.
2009 was so good to me, or should I say God was good to me, as always.
This year, for me, was a year of new experiences, new relationships, new family members, new school, new friends. A lot of new...and as I sit here typing, I'm thinking back in awe of all my Creator has blessed me with.

Shall I recap?

January 2009 brought tears of joy into the McGee family. Our little Michael Payton, who we waited so patiently for, came into this world January 26th, 2009 @ 5:01 at a healthy 5lbs 1oz. That same day we also celebrated Daddy & Britt's birthday. How special that we have a triple family birthday.


February 2009 is Mama's month. We always enjoy celebrating her birthday. She is so precious and dear to my heart. I am so thankful that God not only allowed me the privilege of being her daughter but also best friend. We are so much alike it's plum scary at times. :)


March 2009 was a busy month for me. I got to go on the ICC BSU Mission trip to San Francisco. We went to the Golden Gate Seminary, and we had an absolute blast. We worked really hard and accomplished a lot for His glory. Later in March God allowed me to work with Whit and Nate in leading a DNOW @ Okolona FBC. God did some big things in some hearts that weekend, and I'm thankful I got to see Him at work.


April 2009 brought about an opportunity for me to speak at the Leadership Training Conference for college students. Without a doubt largest crowd I've ever stood before. I'm still humbled at the fact that God would choose to use me.
*April 8th 2009 is a preeeety special date for sure. Paul took me on our first date, and he's stuck around ever since :) He's so wonderful and a complete blessing from God.


May 2009 was a bittersweet month entirely. ICC BSU had been my life for the past 3 years, and in May I had to say goodbye to such a huge part of my heart. I am still in awe of all the friends I met through the BSU, friends who will last a lifetime.
May 27th I boarded a plane with 2 girls I barely knew at all. Andrea & Gretchen. We flew to Reno, NV and waited for Debbie our supervisor to pick us up.


June & July 2009 were spent in Tahoe City, California. One of God's masterpieces. Breathtaking is an understatement. God allowed me to love on over 100 kids every single day and meet some amazing families. I was introduced to some of the most amazing girls in the world. (Amazing how God took 13 of us, from all walks of life, and said Here, this is where I want you to serve together.) I seriously worked harder than I've ever worked in my life. I taught the summer musical and the actual musical night brought an overwhelming sense of accomplish in my life. Still humbled by the fact that God chose to use someone as low as me.



Annnnndd....Whit got engaged!!!


August 2009 I boarded a plane with Andrea and Gretch (2 of the most amazing friends) for good ol' MS! Never has it felt so good to be home with the people I love, and at the same time miss the girls and kids that I spent my summer with.
School time came around and I started my 1st semester as a BULLDOG! :)



September & October 2009 was busy with school, football games, lots of family time.




November 2009 reminded me of how blessed I am. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays.



December 2009 is probably my favorite month of the year. Simply because of all the joy. My sweet Beezie turned 96 yrs old, and we celebrated her life. I am so thankful for that precious lady. We celebrated Paul's birthday with a surprise party, and it was so much fun. And of course Christmas was filled with Jesus, food, family, laughter, presents, and lots of hugs. It was a great month. However, December also brought pain for someone dear to my heart. Whit lost her papaw unexpectedly. And it broke my heart. Praise the Lord for the peace He's given Whit. I'm still praying it over her life.






Thank you Father for being so unbelieveably faithful to me. I am underserving in every way possible.

Here's to another year of lots of laughter and love. Bring it on 2010. :)

Until next time.
Love God. Love people.