6 Months ago my life was not worth living. I was literally in hell and somehow God reached down and touched my heart. I was living in Pensacola, Fl and some lady from my local church stopped into my store frequently inviting me to attend church. Her persistance paid off and I finally attended a singles group and met a lot of great friends. I got to the point where I got baptized and let the Lord into my life. 1 Month later my brother passed away at 36 years of age. I was in shock and didn't know how I was gonna make it home to put him to rest? My community group stepped it up and helped pay for my ticket, watched my house, and took care of my dog, they even took me to the airport and picked me up when I returned. God is great, they helped me when I needed it the most and showed me what a church group was for. When I returned back to FL I re evaluated my life and prayed and made the decision to come home, I learned life was too short to be away from my family, let alone I hadn't made peace with my brother whom as well as my family I hadn't seen in 5 years. I spoke with my daughters and found out that my oldest was moving back when she graduates this year in May. She currently lives in Washington state so it made my decision to return easier. I packed my clothes and personal belongings and drove home, a journey of 1800 miles where the only problem I ran across was when I reached my brother's house in avondale. My radiator had cracked and I was lucky to make it home safe and sound. I know he was watching and protecting me through my journey :) God is great. My life is now dedicated to serving the Lord in any way possible, I may not be complete and may have lots of questions but I put my life in his hands. I now pick up my brother's kids whom are 8 & 11 every Friday after work until Saturday night every week. I am single for once in my life and do not feel alone for the Lord is always there for me! He has brought joy and happiness back into my life and has brought conviction to me whenever I  try to make the wrong decisions. I am gratefull for all I have, all I'll have, and all I'll give! I never would have thought that I could be vocal and proud of being a christian as I am now. I am not ashamed to lift him up or let others know of him. Without him I'd be lost, he reached down and saved my life and soul! Guess what ...... I am not a FAN!