Life

I have been a very blessed mother and wife. My family means the world to me. I have a fantastic husband known by all, named Rich. He has provided and cared for each of us in a very special way. We all love him and appreciate the hard work he puts in for us.

My children are the light of my life.

Sarah (Sarah Barah)

She is the first of the six and has a lot of responsibilities growing up. She has been a selfless, loving and very compassionate friend. She has been my sounding board, my friend, and my rock. She has a huge heart and is very understanding and fun girl. She now is raising her own family with her husband in Seattle (No Jabali, I didn't mean she was raising you too). Alic, Jabali, Xavior, Jo Jo, Quinn, and Marley. She amazes all that know her!!

Stephanie (Steph, Stephie)
The second of my sweet girls has been a joy in my life from day one. She has astonishing talents, she helps to bring me back to what is really important in life, and she inspires me to be a little better every day. She is raising her own family in Alabama at the moment, her husband Jared, Clark, and Gordon. (Yes Jared, I mean you too!)

Rochelle (Shellie, Auntie Shel, Shel Bel)
My sweet third girl (of the third of the third)is a delight! She has always been one to light up the room, with her personality or just her infectious laugh. She has a great capacity to love, animals and all. If there is fun to be had, she has it! She has many talents and shares them freely. She is my hairdresser and my cheerleader in my latest endeavor. If ever I am in need, she is there. (even running out of gas!!) I so look forward to her days off so we can spend a little more time together.

Jacob (Jake, Buster Buddy, Turdbog)
Fourth, yet first of the three boys. He is a breath of fresh air, he is a compassionate, loving, and hilarious boy! He has a smile that is like the sunshine on a cloudy day. He is very thoughtful of others and is genuinely a nice guy! He does the right things for the right reasons and is happy to do it. He loves to hunt and fish, he is putting together his pond again for the summer and is on a quest for a big catfish. We will update you along the way. He is always willing to do his part and most of the time without being asked. He is always making my day brighter with the help he gives.

Bradley (Brad, Pshyco-B, Army Bat)
Fifth, and second of the three boys. He is a go getter!! Is always on the go, can't sit still for long. You can find Brad either running, lifting weights, or texting on his phone. Now that he can again. :-) He can make anyone laugh and his foot rubs are heaven! He is the beginning, the middle, and the end of my day. When he gets a plan, he will usually make it happen no matter what. He is my inspiration and my nudge to get my workout done. He is very supportive of me. We laugh and enjoy everything when he is around. When he laughs you can't help but join him. You can always find laughter in his eyes.

Jesse (Jess, Merf, Jeeeeeersaay)

Sixth, and last of three boys. The baby!! I know, but he will always be my baby. He tells me he is really ok with that, and I'm sure it's because he knows it will make me happy. He is a thoughtful, considerate, and marvelous boy. He always thinks before he talks and makes sure what he is saying is not hurtful to anyone. He is my hug on a sad day, he is my support on a busy day, he is my ray of sunshine everyday. He is great with kids and animals, everyone loves Jess! His kindness reminds me often of the goal I should have to be kind to everyone, all the time. He is very obedient.