I haven't posted since the 22nd, which I don't see as much of a problem since nobody reads this blog. That may because I have only told a select few people about it or because I never have anything that important to blog about, but either way, I have accepted a blogging challenge.
Courtney one of my dearest friends and fellow blogger has challenged me to blog everyday in February. Yes, 29 days in a row.
I can't promise it will all be insightful or entertaining, but I can promise that it will give you something to read if your soul is searching. So here is to day 1!
Happy Friday!
Friday, February 1, 2008
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Friendly Folks
What a friendly weekend I had... I started off fixing dinner for some very precious friends. I love cooking and soak up the chance to fix a nice dinner for friends. Dinner was great and the fellowship was even better. As you know, long dinners with good conversation and wine are one of my very favorite things.
Then I flew out Saturday morning to Albuquerque to see Emily, one of my best friends from high school. Emily just had sweet baby Jamison in October, so we spent the weekend cooing, singing and changing diapers. I love seeing Emily as a mother, it is a role that fits her well! I only wish she was here in town so that we might have many more opportunities to spend time like we did this weekend.
A few other notes: I am still doing yoga and it is still fabulous. I even tried some of the poses on Jamison. I also started a new book Captivating by John and Stasi Eldridge. I love the perspective it has brought thus far.
Then I flew out Saturday morning to Albuquerque to see Emily, one of my best friends from high school. Emily just had sweet baby Jamison in October, so we spent the weekend cooing, singing and changing diapers. I love seeing Emily as a mother, it is a role that fits her well! I only wish she was here in town so that we might have many more opportunities to spend time like we did this weekend.
A few other notes: I am still doing yoga and it is still fabulous. I even tried some of the poses on Jamison. I also started a new book Captivating by John and Stasi Eldridge. I love the perspective it has brought thus far.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Not such a scardey cat afterall
I did it! Yesterday I attended my first yoga class (minus that time Kristin and I laughed our way through a class in college).
I was really nervous, as I always am when I try something new by myself. I never want to be "that girl". The one who is too prepared and has all the right gear, then doesn't have any clue what she is really doing. I was nervous about falling over, not breathing right, laughing out loud at the name of a pose, or any other tragic event that could have occurred over that one hour time frame. I tend to over think this kind of thing and think everyone is watching me, when in reality I am sure none of them even cared that I was there.
But, this story ends beautifully. Yoga was great, the teacher was nice to me, I didn't embarrass myself and I am sore as all get out today. Just what I was looking for. I think I might even subject myself again tomorrow.
I was really nervous, as I always am when I try something new by myself. I never want to be "that girl". The one who is too prepared and has all the right gear, then doesn't have any clue what she is really doing. I was nervous about falling over, not breathing right, laughing out loud at the name of a pose, or any other tragic event that could have occurred over that one hour time frame. I tend to over think this kind of thing and think everyone is watching me, when in reality I am sure none of them even cared that I was there.
But, this story ends beautifully. Yoga was great, the teacher was nice to me, I didn't embarrass myself and I am sore as all get out today. Just what I was looking for. I think I might even subject myself again tomorrow.
Saturday, January 5, 2008
The Break is O.V.E.R.
My wonderful winter break is coming to an end. On Monday I must return to the responsible working world, where I have to wake up before the sun, teach impressionable minds and hope that I am making a difference in the world.
But for today, I am trying to remember the joy that this break has brought and soak up the last day of it. So much has happened in two short weeks. It is amazing I got it all in. A few of the highlights include, friends getting engaged, meeting my unofficial niece Jamison, long dinners with family, traveling to see my dad, seeing ICE with my mom and grandmother, the adventure that was Trans-Siberian Orchestra, purchasing a new mattess (Alleluia!), my husband getting lasik, late night conversations with girl friends and catching up over hot chocolate.
I could write forever about the memories with each person that I made and all of the silly comments my Grandmother makes, but instead I will focus on the feeling that all of the moments have created. This feeling that I feel erupting today.
What I really love is that this year, this 2008, I feel hopeful, thankful sincere gratitude to the Lord. He has blessed me with so much and I feel like I am starting to see the world with changing eyes. I pray that this sturring continues.
2007 was a fabulous year. I feel like sometime during 2007 I became an adult although, adult is a label I am not convinced that I am ready for yet, but I feel certain that it is happening.I continued relationships with my amazing friends, who teach me to be a better friend and servant. I truly loved and felt loved.
On Monday, the "real world" will be knocking, but for today I want to sit outside and enjoy the warmth of a Texas January, laugh when the wind feels like it will blow me over, turn my heart towards the sun and celebrate the life He is showing me.
But for today, I am trying to remember the joy that this break has brought and soak up the last day of it. So much has happened in two short weeks. It is amazing I got it all in. A few of the highlights include, friends getting engaged, meeting my unofficial niece Jamison, long dinners with family, traveling to see my dad, seeing ICE with my mom and grandmother, the adventure that was Trans-Siberian Orchestra, purchasing a new mattess (Alleluia!), my husband getting lasik, late night conversations with girl friends and catching up over hot chocolate.
I could write forever about the memories with each person that I made and all of the silly comments my Grandmother makes, but instead I will focus on the feeling that all of the moments have created. This feeling that I feel erupting today.
What I really love is that this year, this 2008, I feel hopeful, thankful sincere gratitude to the Lord. He has blessed me with so much and I feel like I am starting to see the world with changing eyes. I pray that this sturring continues.
2007 was a fabulous year. I feel like sometime during 2007 I became an adult although, adult is a label I am not convinced that I am ready for yet, but I feel certain that it is happening.I continued relationships with my amazing friends, who teach me to be a better friend and servant. I truly loved and felt loved.
On Monday, the "real world" will be knocking, but for today I want to sit outside and enjoy the warmth of a Texas January, laugh when the wind feels like it will blow me over, turn my heart towards the sun and celebrate the life He is showing me.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Evil Procrastination
So it has set in, Christmas is one week form today! Ahh! I am looking forward to being off work, spending lots of time with family and friends, and soaking up the holiday fun, but (insert screech sound effect here) I still have shopping to do.
I thought we were doing well after purchasing 15 of the 21 gifts we needed to buy, but now those last 6 are hanging over my head, taunting me and reminding me that although I have come so far, I have much left to do.
Unfortunately, I am much like the rest of the population so these final shopping trips are hectic. The parking lots are full, the lines are long and while shopping people tend to loose that holiday spirit. So wish me well as I finish up and hopefully I don't run into you at the mall!
I thought we were doing well after purchasing 15 of the 21 gifts we needed to buy, but now those last 6 are hanging over my head, taunting me and reminding me that although I have come so far, I have much left to do.
Unfortunately, I am much like the rest of the population so these final shopping trips are hectic. The parking lots are full, the lines are long and while shopping people tend to loose that holiday spirit. So wish me well as I finish up and hopefully I don't run into you at the mall!
Friday, December 14, 2007
I feel good... dunna nunna nunna na
I don't know what it is
Maybe it's that it is Friday and we only have 5 more school days before we are out for Christmas break, Maybe it is that I am eagerly awaiting looking at Christmas lights from inside a cozy bus with my closest friends and family, Maybe it is that my adorable husband just brought me lunch at school, but I feel good! I have so many things to look forward to. I feel thankful every moment of the day this time of year.
Maybe it's that it is Friday and we only have 5 more school days before we are out for Christmas break, Maybe it is that I am eagerly awaiting looking at Christmas lights from inside a cozy bus with my closest friends and family, Maybe it is that my adorable husband just brought me lunch at school, but I feel good! I have so many things to look forward to. I feel thankful every moment of the day this time of year.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Tis the Season
It is really hitting me that Christmas is upon us. I think it might have something to do with the 10 hours shopping spree I went on this weekend. Matt and I bought 15 people gifts out of the 21 on our official NICE list. Yes, I did say Matt and I. My husband is an angel to put up with shopping for that long, but believe it or not we actually had a really good time.
We took time out to make it fun by watching the performances in the mall, trying on coats for a chance to win $500 shopping spree, and drinking awful, horrid box wine at one stores open house.
Now, I am not a general hater of boxed wine, but this was wretched. We weren't even sure what it was at first sip. I think the incense from the store had seeped into the box and created something undrinkable. But, I digress.
The weather has turned colder. I long for Starbucks ever time a chill hits my face. Getting up in the morning is increasingly more difficult. Along with my students I am counting down the days until I can give in to all of these desires for two whole weeks! So at this moment I have 1 week, 3 days, 17 hours, 38 minutes, and 45 seconds!
Tis the season!
We took time out to make it fun by watching the performances in the mall, trying on coats for a chance to win $500 shopping spree, and drinking awful, horrid box wine at one stores open house.
Now, I am not a general hater of boxed wine, but this was wretched. We weren't even sure what it was at first sip. I think the incense from the store had seeped into the box and created something undrinkable. But, I digress.
The weather has turned colder. I long for Starbucks ever time a chill hits my face. Getting up in the morning is increasingly more difficult. Along with my students I am counting down the days until I can give in to all of these desires for two whole weeks! So at this moment I have 1 week, 3 days, 17 hours, 38 minutes, and 45 seconds!
Tis the season!
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