Down-Right Down

I thought I could do it. No problem. This wouldn't be the first time anyways. One week down and one to go. I'm a self sufficient and independent woman right? I've kept busier than ever with studying and finals, overtime at work, and spending some quality time with family and friends. Presents have been wrapped and are ready to go. I'm even working Christmas Eve. Tyler and Jay are going to spend the night and we get to talk to Misty on Christmas! But no... HE keeps creeping into my thoughts. The BOY. This is more difficult than I thought it would be. I'm not used to feeling this way.

2 weeks really is too long...

Families may be different, but they are the same in so many ways as I found out.

Like Thanksgiving with turkey, potatoes, salad, rolls, and pies. Just the fudge was left out.

Games with aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends are fun whatever the game.

Movies over the holidays, whether with your mom or someone elses.

Instead of playing sports, walking a 5k and making new friends with strangers.

Eating out at your favorite restaurant with good food and good company.

A family member divulging way too much about their life and why you are glad the conversation was interrupted.

Spending hours on end with a complete stranger and at the end of day she became a cherished friend.

M&M's, especially the brown ones.

Listening to the rain while lying by the fireplace, telling stories and looking at baby pictures.

Eating breakfast every morning with someone you love.

Hugs and Kisses. XOXO

10 hour car rides in sun, ice, and snow with guys singing at the top of their lungs.

Lying on the most comfortable couch in the world with your love.

Finding a big brother.

Football games that last forever.

Thank you Grimsman's for your fun, love, and for making me feel at home.

But most especially, thank you for your son.

Bear

Joy

the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something exceptionally good or satisfying; keen pleasure; elation

a source or cause of keen pleasure or delight; something or someone greatly valued or appreciated

These are a few of my favorite things:

LIVE

LAUGH

LOVE

LIFE

Too much of a Good Thing

It makes me wonder... How much is too much of a good thing? One thing happens and you're flying high. The next thing you know you're landing on your butt again. Confusion. Plain Confusion.

Breathe

What the heck was I supposed to learn from that?! Breathe... Mr. Ledbetter here I come.

Huh?!

Confusion is what I feel. I am now officially a single child. It feels kinda weird and to tell you the truth, it makes me miss my sisters (but don't tell them, wink, wink). I never thought it would come to this. Now what?

Huh?!

What if it was me?

What if I could be,

That person?

Who would I choose?

Who would I lose,

At this moment?

The things of the past.

The things that last,

Forever.

The choice is near.

The choice is here .

Go for it!

The Unexpected

How to expect the unexpected: .....Ummm. There's no way. How would life turn out if you always knew what was going to happen every minute of your life? It would be plain boring... No chance to grow, no chance to become stronger. No chance to find and become YOU. We are given trials for a reason and although we may not love that reason, it's still there. There's one good trial in my life that I am so glad it's happening to me. It was very unexpected, but I'm glad I didn't see it coming. When something happens and BAM! It makes you content. Sigh... Who knew there was such a thing as a good trial/good stress (if there's such a thing). So here's to all of the trials in my life! "Let's kick some honeybuns!"

Show and Tell of Love

Valentine's Day... That can be a good or bad word. In a Singles Ward it's also known as Singles Awareness Day. You all know how much I love bitter people so here's a different view of this dreaded day.
One Valentine's day a little boy was trying to figure out the meaning of this obviously special day. Mommy got roses and chocolates. Daddy got a card and lots of kisses. He gave Valentines to all of the kids in his class, even his teacher. Even his older brother gave his girlfriend roses. So he sat down and thought. And thought. And thought. Finally his mom noticed her little boy looking so troubled and asked what was wrong. The little boy replied "Mommy, I figured out why this day is so special. You get to show and tell your love for everyone. I showed the kids in my class and my teacher I loved them. I showed you and daddy that I love you. You and daddy gave eachother presents to show your love. Billy gave Susie roses to show his love. So this is a day to show and tell EVERYONE how much you love them." The mom replied with a smile "Yes, this is a day of show and tell. A show and tell of love."
So everyone out there, please show and tell your love for everyone. Not just that special someone, but your parents, siblings, friends, and others that you truly love them. This is not a day to think of who DOESN'T love you, but who DOES love you.

Visitors

I think it might be time to visit Mr. Ledbetter again. The poor guy probably thinks I forgot all about him since he doesn't get his regular visitor anymore. It's all up to me...

Hmmm...

Many days I wish things would go exactly my way. That my wants, desires, and dreams would come true. But then after I look back on the past I thank the Lord that they didn't happen. "Some of God's greatest gifts, are unanswered prayers." Something happened out of the blue that I'm so grateful for. I wouldn't have experienced it if all of my prayers came true. I'm grateful He knows me better than I know myself! Thank you.