Introduction

My name is Wendee and God has inspired me through the best of times as well as through the storms in my life. 

I became a mother in 1984, and at a very young age of 16, I married the father of our son, Todd. Three years later, we brought another son into our lives, Brian, and before long, we realized that we were not meant for each other. 

Through the years, I grew up, became the best mother I could be and knew when I needed the help and support of family. My career took me through journeys and eventually to a closer relationship with GOD who held my hand through every step of the way... life, death, break-ins, heartaches, joys, and choices. 

Today, I am back 'home' in Sierra Vista, I love my family including the extended family we claim as our own. My husband and I share 16 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Together we raised six children and are proud of each one of them, but sadly we lost Todd at the age of 21 and still miss him to this day. 

I love my community, and think everyone should find someway to be involved in their community, spreading joy, and support towards common causes when ever we can.

I want to use this venue to share my thoughts, my stories, my success and my failures. You might read about the fascination of a child as we share a somber moment, you might laugh at the silliness that occurs, and you may even find a little inspiration from a cooking tip, or the how a mother lived with cancer for two years. 

Please share your thoughts and comments with me. I may ignore the 'haters' and non-beliver comments if they tend to be rude. But I encourage your view points, whether you are a believer, a jew, black, or white... you be you... and I'll be me. 

~Wendee

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