Love is in the air!. Once again it is Valentine's. This day is special for many reason. It is a day to show unconditional love to those who surround us with love and should be a day to show those who need love what it is all about. Happy Valentine's Day to all! The snow was beautiful while it lasted(about a day), but warm sunshine is better. The Benson's are looking ahead to spring and planning lots of activities.

Out with the Old! In with the New!

2009 was a year of change for the Benson clan! We got a new family member in our household, new job location for me, a new school for Brandon and everyone turned one year older! The New Year is a time for reflection, regrouping and resolutions. We continue to be blessed as a family! God is so good and wonderful! Each day I look forward to what He is going to do next in my life. I am truly understanding that His Promise is still good. The Holiday Season was Magical and memorable for the Benson's. We spent several days with Mickey and Minnie at Disney! The kids got the surprise of their young life! It was such a joy as parents to watch them accept this vacation as a gift for their good behavior and hard work. We are already making plans for our next vacation, this one was so much fun!. I would like to wish all my family and friends a blessed New Year, may God continue to hold each and every one of you close and may each and every one of you remember that he doesn't let go!

Living 4 the weekend!

Halloween is near, the ghost and goblins I fear, what a rainy day today. The kids are all hyped over the approaching holiday season. I must say that the grown up Benson's are too. This will be the first holiday season with Granny Brown living with us. She is in for a treat. Diamond had her first orchestra recital tonite and her dad said that she did great. Unfortunately, I had to work. My sister and her girls are coming this weekend and we will be so happy to seem all. Until later, be safe and have fun. Trick or Treat!!!

What a great day! The family went bowling and had a blast. The kids enjoyed themselves a lot. It is so much fun when we get a chance to spend quality time together. We look forward to next weekend.

Loving Autumn

Ghost and Goblins are all around, can you hear the spooky sound. The Benson's are preparing for halloween. I know, for those of you who fail to celebrate the calendar name, it is now more popular to say Harvest Fest or Hallelujah Fest. Whatever the name is, I still see it as a time for family, friends, peace and love. Evil is only known to children if things are projected this way! As the holiday season near, all we can do as a family is enjoy the season and create new memories. God knows, there is so much to be thankful for! Brandon and Diamond are doing well in school and looking forward to the Thanksgiving break, now that Fall break has passed. Brandon piano lessons are going well and Diamond has been selected to become a Duke University TIP student. We are so proud of both of them. Being a mother is busy, but it is definitely worth every minute and second to know that you are loved unconditionally. Fall is a wonderful time of year with football (Go Team), yard sales, great weather and hot chocolate!. Sometimes enjoying the little things help us all to prepare for the bigger things that are coming. God Bless, Peace, Love & Serenity until the next time.

Catching UP!!!!

It has been a while. Life has been so busy! The summer is on it's way out and my favorite season is on it's way in. The Benson kids had fun filled summer full of activities. Summer camp was a blast and both of them hated for the camp to be over. Swimming, skating, bowling, and going to the movies were all part of the busy days at the camp. The kids have been back in school for more than a month and are busy in school activities. Diamond plays the clarinet and Brandon is in piano lessons. Both of our little musicians are happy with their progress. In the meantime, Granny Brown has joined the Benson family full time. What a true blessing! We are happy to have her. Both kids had wonderful birthday celebrations in June and September. They are now looking forward to the holidays. Family & Fun what a great combination! My birthday celebration is next!

Easter is near. Thank you God for your sacrifice because we(everybody) have always needed it, but it appears that we need it now more than ever! The Benson kids are ready to spend time with our extended family and we look forward to a fun filled weekend eating, hunting eggs, and just having a good time. Brandon is still practicing teeball and eagerly awaiting his first game. We are really excited. Diamond is looking forward to her sixth grade field trip and tcap. The grown-up Benson's are busy working in the yard and making space for a nice yard for relaxation this summer. We have lots of events planned and is looking forward to spending quality family together. We would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter and a wonderful weekend! God promise is still good, so don't get caught up in the recession hype!!!!!