Day 24 - Today I am thankful for a husband who is a wonderful cook, who let me sleep an extra hour while he got to work, and for parents who are super relaxed -- so much so that mom & I are totally wearing workout pants & leggings....bahahaha Thanksgiving HEAVEN :)
Happy Thanksgiving Friends -- today, like all other days, there are many things to be thankful for!
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Showing posts with label Days of Gratitude. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Days of Gratitude. Show all posts
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Days of Gratitude -- Day 22, 23, 2011
Day 22 - Yesterday I was thankful for Isaac bringing home a slurpee for me on his way home from school conferences. Small yet impactful. He's a good husband.
Day 23 - Today I am thankful that I don't have to come in to this freakin' office for 4 full, complete days. I will not be addressing emails, phone calls, nothing. And I need it....
Hitting a bit of a limit with work and my mother right now. She is driving me insane (she always does right before she leaves for a trip) & really showing no real care about the fact that we're actually hosting Thanksgiving this year & that it's a bit stressful. I am irritated....and that's holding back.
Happy Turkey day tomorrow friends. I apologize for coming up on the the end of the series with a moderately solemn note. But boy am I tired of work and everything associated with it at this very moment.
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Day 23 - Today I am thankful that I don't have to come in to this freakin' office for 4 full, complete days. I will not be addressing emails, phone calls, nothing. And I need it....
Hitting a bit of a limit with work and my mother right now. She is driving me insane (she always does right before she leaves for a trip) & really showing no real care about the fact that we're actually hosting Thanksgiving this year & that it's a bit stressful. I am irritated....and that's holding back.
Happy Turkey day tomorrow friends. I apologize for coming up on the the end of the series with a moderately solemn note. But boy am I tired of work and everything associated with it at this very moment.
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Monday, November 21, 2011
Oh Dear! Days of Gratitude!
Yikes! I am WAY behind on my days of gratitude! So sorry friends! The end of last week did not go as I planned & was in a bit of slump. Thankfully the slump seems to have been cured by a solo night in on Friday....wait...I'll share this info in my Days of Gratitude :)
Day 18 -I was thankful for a quiet night on my couch, dinner provided by Chipotle, and a cat nap that kind of made me feel like an old lady. But I was also thankful for the relationship between Isaac & my dad -- I love how close they are, and how my dad loves Isaac as his own pretty much. My dad's a character, and you really need patience with him sometimes. But the two of them went to a playoff football game & got a beer afterwards. Blessings abound in seeming them together, getting along!
Day 19 - Despite the fact that I was a royal brat to Isaac for the majority of the day - I was reminded of how much (and often) I need to be thankful for him. He is incredibly kind & thoughtful. And gracious....man is he ever gracious. On a day when I absolutely deserved to be whipped with a wet noodle, the man showers me with grace. God...are you sure you want me to be with him?? Really? God really must know what He's doing...
Day 20 - Yesterday I was thankful for a reminder in church about giving (tithing specifically) and what is/should be behind our giving -- appreciation, a spirit of sharing, and an eternal perspective. To give with a glad heart, knowing that the Lord has everything under control -- including my finances and my earthly surroundings.
Day 21 - Today I am thankful that I have a body that is able to wake up early (though it's not always pretty....) and be active. This morning honey Isaac & I drug our butts to our local gym and got a work out in. Sure, we debated skipping for about 15minutes -- but wonderful husband reminded me that I made the decision last night before going to bed & that's the decision that stands. So off we went. Also thankful for marrying a freakin' Renaissance man! Isaac fixed my front bumper (*note to self..do not park with curbs/etc in front of me...) after we got home from the gym. He's pretty freaking awesome.
I can't believe the end of November is around the corner & that Christmas will be here literally in a matter of weeks. Crazy how the year always seems to fly by. I'm convinced it does so at a much faster pace with each passing year. But it's always good to be reminded of how much we each have, how much we each can share, and how much we each are in need of the Savior born in a humble way. That is what I'm most looking forward to with the upcoming Advent season...reminders of the quiet, gentle way that Christ came in to the world He would later save.
Happy Monday friends!
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Day 18 -I was thankful for a quiet night on my couch, dinner provided by Chipotle, and a cat nap that kind of made me feel like an old lady. But I was also thankful for the relationship between Isaac & my dad -- I love how close they are, and how my dad loves Isaac as his own pretty much. My dad's a character, and you really need patience with him sometimes. But the two of them went to a playoff football game & got a beer afterwards. Blessings abound in seeming them together, getting along!
Day 19 - Despite the fact that I was a royal brat to Isaac for the majority of the day - I was reminded of how much (and often) I need to be thankful for him. He is incredibly kind & thoughtful. And gracious....man is he ever gracious. On a day when I absolutely deserved to be whipped with a wet noodle, the man showers me with grace. God...are you sure you want me to be with him?? Really? God really must know what He's doing...
Day 20 - Yesterday I was thankful for a reminder in church about giving (tithing specifically) and what is/should be behind our giving -- appreciation, a spirit of sharing, and an eternal perspective. To give with a glad heart, knowing that the Lord has everything under control -- including my finances and my earthly surroundings.
Day 21 - Today I am thankful that I have a body that is able to wake up early (though it's not always pretty....) and be active. This morning honey Isaac & I drug our butts to our local gym and got a work out in. Sure, we debated skipping for about 15minutes -- but wonderful husband reminded me that I made the decision last night before going to bed & that's the decision that stands. So off we went. Also thankful for marrying a freakin' Renaissance man! Isaac fixed my front bumper (*note to self..do not park with curbs/etc in front of me...) after we got home from the gym. He's pretty freaking awesome.
I can't believe the end of November is around the corner & that Christmas will be here literally in a matter of weeks. Crazy how the year always seems to fly by. I'm convinced it does so at a much faster pace with each passing year. But it's always good to be reminded of how much we each have, how much we each can share, and how much we each are in need of the Savior born in a humble way. That is what I'm most looking forward to with the upcoming Advent season...reminders of the quiet, gentle way that Christ came in to the world He would later save.
Happy Monday friends!
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Thursday, November 17, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Day 17, 2011
Day 17 - Today I am thankful for my little brother. He's a pretty spectacular guy. I mean honestly, the girl who is blessed enough to grab his attention is going to be beyond lucky. The kid is responsible, kind, and gracious beyond words. We've had our rough patches -- but our young adult lives have been filled with great conversations, fun adventures, & lots of love. Plus the kid is in the Navy, is a Corspman (and freakin' good at that!), and chose to serve our country. That pretty much makes him the best person around.
He's pretty awesome!
From our brother/sister trip to Disneyland before my wedding in 2009
I'm proud of my little brother. And I'm so interested to see who he ends up with and how his life will unfold!
Looking forward to the weekend already - nothing special planned. More work & a restful Sunday are on my agenda. Can not wait!
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Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Day 15 & 16, 2011
Day 15 - Yesterday I was reminded how thankful I am to have such wonderful, quality girl friends. I know I've said it here a few times before. But yesterday I was yet again reminded at the greatness of my friends. Although I am a huge fan & lover of great fashion, but have never been able to quite pull it together for myself...I've never quite figured out how to make this fashion I love come together for me. So when my new boots showed up I was struck with what to wear them with. Insert my great friend Monique -- she joined me for moral support and to be an encouraging voice on a small shopping trip. And with her help I was able to get a few pairs of pants & leggings (ps where have I been all this time on the legging front!). Through it all, the best part was just hanging with my girlfriend.
Day 16 - Today I am incredibly thankful for my niece MacKenzie. She is such a joy. Probably one of the most respectful 13 year olds you'll ever meet. And incredibly insightful & kind. God has moved in her heart, she accepted the Lord this summer -- and it's crazy to just see how much she's changed from last spring to now. God is good & is growing our relationship in such a great way. Love spending Wednesday evenings with that kid!
Waiting to hear on some potential football news in the next couple weeks. Trying not to let my thoughts get ahead of me, and be thankful for our present situation. But man it's hard some time to stay present in the moment. But I'm also thankful for a really good, honest conversation with my mom today. I think I was able to clearly voice my thoughts, fears, and more without feeling like I wasn't measuring up. It was a relief....but perhaps that's a topic for another post. :)
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Day 16 - Today I am incredibly thankful for my niece MacKenzie. She is such a joy. Probably one of the most respectful 13 year olds you'll ever meet. And incredibly insightful & kind. God has moved in her heart, she accepted the Lord this summer -- and it's crazy to just see how much she's changed from last spring to now. God is good & is growing our relationship in such a great way. Love spending Wednesday evenings with that kid!
Waiting to hear on some potential football news in the next couple weeks. Trying not to let my thoughts get ahead of me, and be thankful for our present situation. But man it's hard some time to stay present in the moment. But I'm also thankful for a really good, honest conversation with my mom today. I think I was able to clearly voice my thoughts, fears, and more without feeling like I wasn't measuring up. It was a relief....but perhaps that's a topic for another post. :)
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Day 12, 13, & 14, 2011
Whoops! The weekend got away from me....perhaps because we had Hawaiian Feast to cook for & it was the 1st weekend post football. Poor hubby's team lost in their 1st round playoff game on Friday night (it was an ugly game from start to finish....). So I happily took the time away from blogging to snuggle, cook, to go to Target, and fully enjoy my husband for the first full weekend in about 3 months. It was awesome! But back to the series!
Day 12 - Today I was thankful for great friends, new & old to share our love for Hawaii and it's food. I was thankful for the giggles of our friend's little girls and how they shared how loud they could roar as a dinosaur. And I was thankful for a husband who enjoys sharing our home with our dear friends!
Day 13 - Sunday I was thankful for a full morning spent sleeping in & snuggling with my husband. And I was thankful for time to spend with my parents -- and primarily for the way that they have completely loved & accepted Isaac in to our family with ease & joy. It's as though he as always been a part of our clan. It's a blessing to say the least.
Day 14 - Today I am most thankful for my parents & the fact that today marks their 31st anniversary. It is an incredible feat in these days for a couple to stand together, for one another, for 31 years. This was both their 2nd marriage and the fact that they stayed together thru thick & thin has blessed my brother & I infinitely. So much so that it's hard to quite put in to words. They've experienced some really hard times, times of uncertainty & pain, scary times when life seemed to be able to slip thru their fingers, and times of extreme joy & happiness. They've given my brother & I a real, solid picture of what marriage is & can be when you stick together. Sure they're not perfect, and never have claimed to be -- but what they have shown us is that it is worth it to work at it! So Happy Anniversary to my wonderful parents (Greg & Amy)!
Day 12 - Today I was thankful for great friends, new & old to share our love for Hawaii and it's food. I was thankful for the giggles of our friend's little girls and how they shared how loud they could roar as a dinosaur. And I was thankful for a husband who enjoys sharing our home with our dear friends!
Day 13 - Sunday I was thankful for a full morning spent sleeping in & snuggling with my husband. And I was thankful for time to spend with my parents -- and primarily for the way that they have completely loved & accepted Isaac in to our family with ease & joy. It's as though he as always been a part of our clan. It's a blessing to say the least.
Day 14 - Today I am most thankful for my parents & the fact that today marks their 31st anniversary. It is an incredible feat in these days for a couple to stand together, for one another, for 31 years. This was both their 2nd marriage and the fact that they stayed together thru thick & thin has blessed my brother & I infinitely. So much so that it's hard to quite put in to words. They've experienced some really hard times, times of uncertainty & pain, scary times when life seemed to be able to slip thru their fingers, and times of extreme joy & happiness. They've given my brother & I a real, solid picture of what marriage is & can be when you stick together. Sure they're not perfect, and never have claimed to be -- but what they have shown us is that it is worth it to work at it! So Happy Anniversary to my wonderful parents (Greg & Amy)!
Palm Springs, Spring Break 2010
This will be our 1st week without football -- trying to help Ike adjust back to the normal routine without too much depression over the end of football. Thankfully the big guy has something to look forward to. He'll be coaching a team for the Tanoa Bowl -- a Polynesian bowl game for Polynesian high school students. The goal is to get a full Polynesian team, or a team consisting primarily of Poly kids. That'll be our New Year's Eve plans...haha But I'm proud of Isaac for taking this on. It's such a joy to watch him coach, to plan, & prepare for things like this. He's so good at it!
Ok...that's enough boasting on my part :)
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Days of Gratitude- Day 11, 2011
Day 11 - Today I am thankful for the many Veterans, past & present and for the service they have given to our nation. Many of the things we take for granted are available to us because of the sacrifices they have made. Today is a specific day to be thankful for these men & women...but truly, we should all be thankful every day for what they do and have done for our nation.
Each time you set a Vet - please extend your hand and let them know that you are grateful for the ways that they have served.
Thank you Veterans!
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Each time you set a Vet - please extend your hand and let them know that you are grateful for the ways that they have served.
Thank you Veterans!
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Thursday, November 10, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Day 10, 2011
Day 10 - Today I am grateful for the United States Marine Corps. I am grateful for the role that this branch of the military played in the lives of my parents; and ultimately my life. I am grateful for the sacrifice of the men & women who proudly wear the eagle, globe, & anchor (symbolizing the Marine Corps' presence in the sky, on land, & on the sea). I am grateful for their dedication to excellence, protection, and pride in our nation. And most of all, I am grateful for the incredible sacrifices made & being made by past, present, & future Marines.
Marine Corps Memorial, Washington D.C.
My Devil Dog Parents: GySgt & CWO-4
Check out my pops fresh off bootcamp graduation!
I swell with pride when it comes to my dad & mom and their service!
Happy Birthday Devil Dogs! Semper Fi
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Days of Gratitude -- Day 9, 2011
Day 9 - Today I am grateful for a gracious, understanding mother who lets me go home early when I'm sick.
Boy oh boy this sickness is ravaging me -- I'm totally exhausted and can't quite seem to kick this bug no matter how hard I try.
Oh well....I'm making this roasted tomato soup that Krystal shared! This is one of the 4 NEW recipes I'm making this week. I'm definitely looking forward to trying it. And to add some greatness with it, and because it's the fall...we're adding a classic grilled cheese sandwich to the mix. Ahhh....I'm already excited about it!
New recipes scare me -- but what the heck, I'm going for it!
How do you approach new recipes??
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Boy oh boy this sickness is ravaging me -- I'm totally exhausted and can't quite seem to kick this bug no matter how hard I try.
Oh well....I'm making this roasted tomato soup that Krystal shared! This is one of the 4 NEW recipes I'm making this week. I'm definitely looking forward to trying it. And to add some greatness with it, and because it's the fall...we're adding a classic grilled cheese sandwich to the mix. Ahhh....I'm already excited about it!
New recipes scare me -- but what the heck, I'm going for it!
How do you approach new recipes??
<3
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Day 7 & 8, 2011
Whoops -- definitely meant to post yesterday but the day just got away from me. Before I knew it it was 11:15pm and I was just getting around to washing my face!
Day 7 - Yesterday I was thankful that my husband & I could go in to the grocery store and purchase our items without anxiety. And was also thankful that we are planning a huge feast for new & old friends!
Day 8 - Today I am thankful for Vitamin C, Emergen-C, Dayquil, and Water. Though I wish I were still in bed....this cold is kicking my rear end! :(
Wish I had more exciting things to share, but alas my foggy brain is coming up with nada.
Hope you have a wonderful day friends!
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Day 7 - Yesterday I was thankful that my husband & I could go in to the grocery store and purchase our items without anxiety. And was also thankful that we are planning a huge feast for new & old friends!
Day 8 - Today I am thankful for Vitamin C, Emergen-C, Dayquil, and Water. Though I wish I were still in bed....this cold is kicking my rear end! :(
Wish I had more exciting things to share, but alas my foggy brain is coming up with nada.
Hope you have a wonderful day friends!
<3
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Days of Gratitude -- Day 5 & 6 2011
Day 5: This day I was incredibly thankful for the patience that Isaac so freely gives. He is quite possibly the most patient man I know. When I am on the brink of a silly, selfish bratty moment Isaac never holds it against me or throws it in my face. He is the epitome of grace -- that man would swim thru shark infested waters TWICE to get me lemonade (I try not to take advantage of this trait too much of course).
Day 6: Today I am thankful for the healthy, safe delivery of my little cousin Liam & for his momma. My cousin Kayla had a moderately risky pregnancy with a few scares scattered thru out, and that was followed up with a very challenging/tiring labor. She was in labor for about 4 hours before the doctors decided to take her in for a C-section. Apparently little Liam had wedged himself in pretty well and wasn't going any where. But with the help and wisdom of the great doctors he is here & they're both recovering. It was so sweet to see my cousin & her husband Robbie & how they've changed over night. How a little 6lb baby boy, who's name means strong willed!, can move mountains and bring the best of people to surface. So very thankful for my ever expanding family! And it gives me hope for the day when we start having children!
Meal planning is getting done tonight -- I think there are a couple new recipes on the agenda! 3-packet Crock Pot (quickly becoming a Parker family favorite), slow cooker potato soup, & roasted tomato soup! Mmm....I'm already excited! Not to mention HAWAIIAN FEAST on Saturday with new friends! The food that will be cooked and likely consumed will be extensive! Can't wait!
What are you all thankful for this month??
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Day 6: Today I am thankful for the healthy, safe delivery of my little cousin Liam & for his momma. My cousin Kayla had a moderately risky pregnancy with a few scares scattered thru out, and that was followed up with a very challenging/tiring labor. She was in labor for about 4 hours before the doctors decided to take her in for a C-section. Apparently little Liam had wedged himself in pretty well and wasn't going any where. But with the help and wisdom of the great doctors he is here & they're both recovering. It was so sweet to see my cousin & her husband Robbie & how they've changed over night. How a little 6lb baby boy, who's name means strong willed!, can move mountains and bring the best of people to surface. So very thankful for my ever expanding family! And it gives me hope for the day when we start having children!
Meal planning is getting done tonight -- I think there are a couple new recipes on the agenda! 3-packet Crock Pot (quickly becoming a Parker family favorite), slow cooker potato soup, & roasted tomato soup! Mmm....I'm already excited! Not to mention HAWAIIAN FEAST on Saturday with new friends! The food that will be cooked and likely consumed will be extensive! Can't wait!
What are you all thankful for this month??
<3
Friday, November 4, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Days 3 & 4
Day 3:
Super thankful for Isaac's high school coach -- he's helping coach at OSU now, and graciously offered to get us tickets for the game this weekend! I'm so pumped! I haven't been to an OSU game in AGES! And it's homecoming which should be fun -- neither of us are OSU alums, but whatever. Bonus, his coach is getting us access in to the hospitality room after the game to hang out! How fun! But I'm crossing my fingers that Oregon stays true her to schizo weather ways and holds off on the rain!
Day 4:
Realizing that this time next week I won't have to be at work (Thank you Veterans Day) and will be prepping for a HUGE Hawaiian feast with some new friends. They lived in Hawaii for 5 years and are aching for some "local" food. Isaac & I are too happy to oblige :) I mean, who are we to deprive people of some of our favorite food, that we make often.
Today is realtively quiet here in the office, and I can't say I'm disappointed. An approval for a short sale came thru. Found the boots I've been searching for online. And I'm going to my alma mater's play-in football game tonight. Despite the fact that I'll likely freeze to death, I'm very excited! Finding that I am loving football more and more as I watch it. What I don't find myself loving even still are the ridiculous long hours --- sometimes it just wears on you & you get tired of practice & film break down. But such is life, right?
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Super thankful for Isaac's high school coach -- he's helping coach at OSU now, and graciously offered to get us tickets for the game this weekend! I'm so pumped! I haven't been to an OSU game in AGES! And it's homecoming which should be fun -- neither of us are OSU alums, but whatever. Bonus, his coach is getting us access in to the hospitality room after the game to hang out! How fun! But I'm crossing my fingers that Oregon stays true her to schizo weather ways and holds off on the rain!
Day 4:
Realizing that this time next week I won't have to be at work (Thank you Veterans Day) and will be prepping for a HUGE Hawaiian feast with some new friends. They lived in Hawaii for 5 years and are aching for some "local" food. Isaac & I are too happy to oblige :) I mean, who are we to deprive people of some of our favorite food, that we make often.
Today is realtively quiet here in the office, and I can't say I'm disappointed. An approval for a short sale came thru. Found the boots I've been searching for online. And I'm going to my alma mater's play-in football game tonight. Despite the fact that I'll likely freeze to death, I'm very excited! Finding that I am loving football more and more as I watch it. What I don't find myself loving even still are the ridiculous long hours --- sometimes it just wears on you & you get tired of practice & film break down. But such is life, right?
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Days of Gratitude - Day 2, 2011
Truth be told -- I am not in a very good mood right now. Probably for a variety of reasons, one of which is that monthly jokester that likes to show up. And with that comes the waves of emotions (man, I think I'm likely going to be an ugly MESS when I'm pregnant...oy), exhaustion, and the deep desire to curl up on my couch with a delicious, over flowing plate of green curry, egg rolls & pad Thai. But that wouldn't exactly fit in with what I'm trying (or attempting to try...yes, attempting to try...) to do with my weight/eating habits. Oh yah..and my heart freaking HURTS for my friend who experiencing extreme heartache today. Ugh.
So with keeping that in mind, I will try to find something to be thankful for today...
Day 2
Today I will choose to be thankful that I woke up in a comfortable bed & was able to take a shower in my own home, and drive my own car to my place of employment.
Beyond that I'm definitely in a blue mood -- how do you break these moods?
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So with keeping that in mind, I will try to find something to be thankful for today...
Day 2
Today I will choose to be thankful that I woke up in a comfortable bed & was able to take a shower in my own home, and drive my own car to my place of employment.
Beyond that I'm definitely in a blue mood -- how do you break these moods?
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Days of Gratitude! - Day 1, 2011
Well being that today is the 1st of November, I am compelled to bring back my Days of Gratitude series I started last year. It's a good way to remember the small things that occur in our daily lives in the beginning of the holiday season when so many other things can steal our focus.
So here it goes -- Day 1
Today I am thankful for the partnership I'm blessed with in Isaac. A partnership that's rooted in Christ, a partnership that is founded in trust, and a partnership that is OK with continued growth. And recently our partnership and dedication has brought us to an awesome place -- we just made our VERY LAST school loan payment! I'm so stoked! Huzzah! We've already come up with our reward before we start going bananas on the car loan....one more thing before we're DEBT FREE. You read that right...debt free! I can't freakin' wait - I feel pretty proud of us, that in our mid 20's & early 30's we are within feet of not being beholden to ANYONE except our Lord & ourselves.
What are you thankful for today?
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So here it goes -- Day 1
Today I am thankful for the partnership I'm blessed with in Isaac. A partnership that's rooted in Christ, a partnership that is founded in trust, and a partnership that is OK with continued growth. And recently our partnership and dedication has brought us to an awesome place -- we just made our VERY LAST school loan payment! I'm so stoked! Huzzah! We've already come up with our reward before we start going bananas on the car loan....one more thing before we're DEBT FREE. You read that right...debt free! I can't freakin' wait - I feel pretty proud of us, that in our mid 20's & early 30's we are within feet of not being beholden to ANYONE except our Lord & ourselves.
What are you thankful for today?
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Friday, November 26, 2010
Days of Gratitude - Day 25
Whoops! I'm late! But that's to be expected - as I spent my day of thanks with my husband, friends & family!
So yesterday I was thankful most importantly for a wonderful, but unique, family -- and great friends. Nothing beats having two Thanksgiving dinners - both equally delicious, and filled with laughter & love.
Our night at the casino however was not as great! Shucks! But thankfully hubby Isaac won back the money I had lost. Whew! ;)
This was so good to spend the last 25 days seeking out & identifying one thing I was thankful for. Even on those extremely difficult days - it was a good exercise & life practice to find that one thing to keep focused on.
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So yesterday I was thankful most importantly for a wonderful, but unique, family -- and great friends. Nothing beats having two Thanksgiving dinners - both equally delicious, and filled with laughter & love.
Our night at the casino however was not as great! Shucks! But thankfully hubby Isaac won back the money I had lost. Whew! ;)
This was so good to spend the last 25 days seeking out & identifying one thing I was thankful for. Even on those extremely difficult days - it was a good exercise & life practice to find that one thing to keep focused on.
<3
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Days of Gratitude - Day 24
Hugs & Coffee Gifts
Yesterday was a downright awful day -- and there were about two items that I was thankful for.
Hugs from my husband when I was crying & a dear friend who dropped off coffee & a large candy bar to me in the middle of the most stressful event I have faced at work in a while.
It was rough...I'm praying I get thru today.
<3
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Days of Gratitude - Day 23
Movie Nights In w/ Isaac
I love spending nights at home with Isaac - and last night was a great one in particular.
Isaac made a quick stop at the Redbox (our new, slight addiction) and picked up Toy Story 3. We've both been wanting to watch it, and it didn't disappoint. Although I am a bit sad that the entire saga is done. But what a sweet movie. I didn't cry nearly as much as I did in "UP!" That one had me in full on ugly crying mode! (I'm slightly embarrassed to admit that....)
Isaac even made a 2nd trip out to get popcorn when we discovered we were out - then made some great hot chocolate.
I love that man - I love movie nights - I love hot chocolate - and I love waking up to snow in my backyard! Yup it actually snowed & stuck here in the valley...a very rare occurrence.
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Monday, November 22, 2010
Days of Gratitude - Day 22 + Commitment
Lazy Sundays
I absolutely LOVE lazy Sundays - there is nothing better than coming home from church & bumming it the rest of the afternoon.
I came home, made lunch for Ike & myself, got some gas before the weather got crummy, went for a quick tan (yes yes I know...not seen as healthy by many - but I'm headed to HI in 29 days! Can't be see thru!), quick trip to the grocery store for some bread & milk, then it was home to catch up on some shows & nap the day away.
It was awesome and much needed.
Here's my "commitment" piece...Hawaii is 29 days away, time to cut back all sweets, increase work outs & generally watch portions, etc. Phew!
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ps! I'm having the HARDEST time trying to figure out what to get Isaac for Christmas. We have a one gift rule + stocking. Any suggestions?! The man is a jack of all trades, a true Renaissance man. I need ideas!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Days of Gratitude - Day 21
I am grateful for Isaac's drive & humility
Friday night brought a nail biter of a victory for Isaac's football team. It was a tough fought game and the football team played their hearts out. Thus I am brought to what I'm thankful for.
Even in spite of many fans' frustrations or personal thoughts of how Isaac had run the offense, Isaac had a plan of attack and the will and determination to run that plan. And when all was said & done, they were successful. The defense had their best showing of the season, and Isaac's offensive line, running backs, QB, & receivers tried their very best and came away with the victory. With that victory (South's 1st appearance in the quarterfinals in 19 years) Isaac continues to to show one of the reasons why I love him so. He is so humble. Some coaches would take that feather, put it in their cap and talk about it all night and about how good they were that night. But I was and am so proud of him, Isaac's focus is his kids and how they pulled it together and pulled out the win. I am in awe of his humility. His immediate response is to be thankful for the victory, and to move on to strategizing about their next opponent.
And I'm also thankful for a quiet house on a drizzly Sunday afternoon. PS - there's no snow here at my house, even though many are boasting about how much snow is dropping where they live.
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Saturday, November 20, 2010
Days of Gratitude - Day 20
Hanging out with my niece & her friends...having fun and talking about Jesus
I've been leading WyldLife (YoungLife for middle schoolers) for the last year or so, and it's really fun. Admittedly it's hard a lot of the time, because it can be scary hanging out with middle schoolers. I had stopped leading YoungLife for a few years and only got back involved with Wyldlife when my niece was a 6th grader.
I'm mostly excited that I can hang out with my niece and her friends, and earn the right to share with them the beautiful story of God, Christ & his sacrifice, and how that has changed my life.
I think the biggest piece that excites me is the fact that my little niece could be the catalyst in her family - to start the trend toward accepting Christ and following God's will. It's just awesome that God is giving me the chance to be a part of that. Love it.
Sorry if that's random, and likely doesn't make a whole bunch of sense, but it's exciting. And if you have no idea what WyldLife is...go to a club, check it out. There are kids in your community that are starving for adults who love them, take time to know them, and share the love of Christ with them. They're searching and open - go check it out!
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