How will I know?

I love the title my guest author chose for her post today. How will I know? If you’ve met someone who might fulfill your dreams, what are your first thoughts? DeeDee Lake nailed it–how will I know if he’s the one? Her question reminds me of the classic 1985 love song, “How Will I Know,” sung by Whitney Houston. (The song title doesn’t include a question mark). One cannot listen to the words without recalling those same feelings when going on a first date. Please enjoy DeeDee’s love story below.

How DeeDee Lake Knew He Was the One

I wasn’t looking for love when I met the love of my life, but it didn’t take long before I knew he was the one. I always had a blueprint for my life. Yes, I know the way to make God giggle is to make plans. He must have laughed until HIs tummy hurt over mine.

My plan: College. Pass the bar and become an international attorney. Live overseas. Perhaps marry around age thirty-five. No children.

God’s plan: While in my first year of college meet Seth. Marry five months later at age nineteen and a half. Seven years later adopt our daughter, four years after that, adopt our son. Become a full-time housewife and homeschool mother.

Guess whose plan worked out? Yep. You got it. I’m so grateful God’s plan was better than mine.

When I met Seth, my sweet future hubby, he was in helicopter flight school. His wide shoulders, six-foot frame, blond hair, and stunning blue eyes caught my attention immediately. But what captured my heart was his strength of character, humility, kindness, and romantic nature. And he was, and still is, the most gentlemanly man I have ever met. But what sealed the deal for me was his ability to feel comfortable with the strong, independent woman God created me to be.

Many of my friends have commented over the years how much they like to watch Seth’s face as he stares at me. They say he always looks at me with love, pride, tenderness, and support. That’s the man I didn’t know I needed, but God did.

BIO: DeeDee Lake, Connection Expert, lives in Colorado Springs with her hubby and their two crazy dogs. She is also defined by the list below:

• Speaker
• Author, Next Step. You’ve Accepted Jesus. Now What?
• Columnist
• Cherish Relations Retreat owner
• Navy Brat & Army Wife
• Potato Lover

• Connect with her at www.deedeelake.com

DeeDee’s How Will I Know question also relates to our relationship with Jesus. Many of us accept Him as our Savior and Lord, but we wonder afterward–what do I do now? Her book: Next Step, You’ve Accepted Jesus. Now What? answers those kinds of questions. Written with teens in mind, her book also resonates with women of all ages. This would be a great book for teen group discussions.

Next Step. You’ve Accepted Jesus. Now What? Condensed cover blurb:

Other teens and women have been where you are now. No need to feel lost. In Next Step, you’ll discover

• Answers for what’s next for you as a Christian.
• Eye-opening “what I wish I knew as a teen” advice.
• Letters and prayers from DeeDee for you.
• Who the Bible says you are.
• Practical tips
• Doable ACTION STEPS
• Weekly VIDEOS from the author and access to DeeDee’s PRIVATE NEXT STEP FACEBOOK Group.
• And more!

You’ll learn you aren’t alone and what other Christian teens do to make great choices in doing the right thing. You’ll love Next Step so much you’ll want to share it with friends! May be purchased through www.crossrivermedia.com or wherever books are sold.