A Little Bit About Us! :0)

A LIL' BIT BOUT KATHY! :0)
I was born at Edwards Air Force Base in California!  My family moved to Fort Walton Beach, Florida when I was two.  I have two brothers and one sister.  My oldest brother passed away when I was 25.  My other brother lives in Siberia, Russia with his family.  His family have been missionaries half way around the world for the past seven years.  I am very blessed that I have a strong connection with my brother Scott and my sister Debbie!  They have been my lifesavers to get me through tough times,  We also have a blast and love to cut up and just act goofy.  We have strong family ties.  My dad lives in Fort Walton and just celebrated his 80th birthday!  My mom passed away 5 years ago.  That is a huge void in our lives!  She was the center of our family.
 In 1991 I met "Joey" Ivie at BCM (Baptist Campus Ministries).  We went out on our first date on November 7, 1991.  We have been together ever since.  In December of 1993 we got hitched!  I can honestly say that I have married my best friend.  "Joseph" as he now likes to be called is my rock.  He is an encourager, a hard worker, goal driven, supporter, comedian, and Disney lover!  The thing I love most about him is that Christ is in the center of his life.  He is very grounded in all things and I know that comes from the Lord!  Oh by the way, the first ten years of our marriage we moved on average of every ten months.  We have lived in Mobile, AL - Fort Walton Beach, FL - Panama City, FL - Fort Walton (again) - Monroe, LA- McComb, MS - Ocean Springs, MS - Gulfport, MS - & finally we are in Bossier City, LA.  We have been very blessed to make wonderful "lifetime" friends everywhere we have been. 
I have been teaching for 17 years.  I am a Nationally Board Certified Teacher!  I have taught kindergarten, middle school reading, third grade, and fourth grade.  Right now, I am the reading enrichment teacher at Waller Elementary in Bossier City!
The #1 thing in my life ....yes....even above Joseph is the Lord.  I try to seek His will daily.  I love my relationship with.  Christ is at the center of most of the decisions that I make.  I am human after all and that is where God's grace comes in!  The Lord has been very gracious to me and I hope I use the gifts He has given me to the best of my ability.  I love to encourage others and be supportive.  Well enough about me....now it's Joseph's turn!!
Most importantly is my relationship with Christ!  He is the center of everything in my life.   I try to follow His ways...but I must admit that it doesn't always go the way He would  want it.  That's the beauty of grace! 
A LIL'  BIT 'BOUT JOSEPH
I was born in Century, Florida in 1971. I was raised in Jay, Florida.  I have two sisters and one brother.  I am the baby of the group and according to my siblings the "FAVORITE".  I have decided not to argue that any longer.  I mean what is there not to love about me? HA!HA!  I know that as a family we have been raised to always be there for each other and I know my family has for me.  My Mom and Dad have also been pivotal in my life.  Through their guidance I have learned the love of Christ Jesus.  I served for period of time as Children's Minister for Cinco Baptist Church in Fort Walton Beach, FL.  I have been in retail for over 16 years.  I know God has a purpose for me in each place and job he puts in our path.  As Kathy stated we have lived in many places and in each place God used many different people like  puzzle pieces, that took shape and fit into .each of our lives.  I am so thankful to God for allowing Kathy to come into my life and will always remember December 18, 1993, the day we were married as the day God allowed us to become one.  Since our move to Bossier City, God has once again put so many special people in our lives and has called us to a church that we absolutely love.  For anyone searching for a church or just curious where we are at it is Willowpoint Baptist Church. My relationship with Kathy is totally blessed by God.  I have one of the most supportive wives that God has created.  Besides my time with the Lord there is NO One I would rather spend my time with.  I absolutely love to do everything with her.  I enjoy encouraging others and using whatever gifts the Lord has allowed me to have be used for Him.  I have currently been with Shoe Carnival going on 7 years now.  The Lord has blessed me with this company and I am very thankful that I have my position here in  Bossier City.  Thank you Lord for being so awesome!