Bringing in the Books



Andrew and I were able to head out to a local booksale this past weekend.   We spent three hours together sorting through books of all kinds to find treasures that we brought home with us.  

I am so thankful that Andrew and I both share a love for books and learning.   Our home library has grown so much that we have to be choosy in which books we bring home with us, but we always find those books we just have to have.

This was the first booksale that we were able attend with each other since before we were married.   There is nothing better than purusing row after row of books while holding your hubby's hand.  ;)


Counting My Blessings...
50. afternoon chats with my sister-in-law
51. bike rides after a long day at work
52. organizing our home
53. laughing at humorous signs on Pinterest with my Mr. until we both had tears rolling down our faces
54. quiet time in the morning with my Savior
55. Friday night games with Gran
56. trying to figure out Holiday plans - it's difficult, but I am so thankful to have a family to share them with
57. ordering Andrew's birthday & Christmas gifts. so excited!
58. strawberry smoothies
59. the smell of fresh cut grass



Lazy Weekends are the BEST!

We were able to spend the entire weekend at home together...with nothing on the agenda.  Friends, let  me tell you, those weekends are the bomb!

I spent the morning doing laundry - in my pajamas.  Andrew began work on a DIY household project for me.   We watched a football game and movies.  We laughed, we cuddled, we talked.   Aahhh, we need more weekends like these!

Today marks three years since Andrew proposed.  Yes, he proposed on Halloween.  I do not even think of this day as Halloween anymore - it's a day marked in our history forever.   The beginning to our happily ever after  :)

Continuing to Count my Blessings
40. happy hour cherry slushes from Sonic
41. cuddle time with my husband
42.  fall rain showers - free of tornadoes!
43. kitchen aid mixers - it makes life in the kitchen so much more pleasant ;)
44. good reports on family members doctors visit
45. long walks in this beautiful weather
46. heating pads to soothe sore muscles
47. Christmas shopping (I'm almost done!)
48. good books that challenge and inspire me
49. finding awesome DIY projects on Pinterest  ;)


Happy Monday!











Linking Up

Love takes Time

 

Life is busy.   Even in today's world of modern conviences, we are constantly going.  

It's so easy to allow things to overwhelm us and occupy our thoughts, our lives, our time.  There are times we are too busy to even enjoy life.

After almost 10 weeks of constant not-knowing and change, Andrew and I have found ourselves moving across state.   We moved home - closer to family and friends.  It hasn't been the easiest time in our lives, but it is without a doubt, where God has us for now.

In the upheavil of moving, changing jobs, and all that comes along with it, it has been hard to set aside a specific time just for us.  Time to talk and laugh together.  Time to share and pray together.  Time to just be together.

The realization that love takes time came with an intense desire to steal away with my husband for the weekend, a day, or even just an hour to give our love the time it deserves.    That we as a couple are more important that anything else going on in our lives.

Love isn't just following the ebb and flow of your emotions.  Loving your spouse has to be intentional every single day - sometimes minute by minute.

When we reach the end of our lives, I won't really care if my husband raves about my cooking or a clean house, but I will care that my husband knows without a doubt that he is loved beyond words.

 

I encourage you to take the time to enjoy and love your spouse intentionally and to give your love the time and attention it deserves.

 

Weekend Memories

We had a good weekend.  Tiring, but good.  Friday night was spent at my husbands parents house. Saturday  we had a family photo shoot and cook out with my family.  Lots of family time which we love.  :)



I am seriously obsessing over these crocs.  I have searched high and low.  chatted online with a service rep from crocs.com only to find out that they are out of stock until sometime maybe in December.  Boo!

I managed to get a lot done this weekend in spite of being on the go.  Throw in some graphic design along with snuggling in with the hubs for movie time, a drive around town with the windows rolls down, and some ice cream and I am one happy lady.

I love this man.  Just sayin'.    ;)


Counting My Blessings...
31. for beautiful fall weather
32. the approaching holiday's which means seeing extended family. So excited!
33. that God gives me what I need, not what I want
34. for a sister who is my best friend
35. for such sweet people making us feel welcome at a new church
36. co-workers that I enjoy being around
37. Dr. Pepper  ;)
38. for a husband who is a wonderful provider
39. that God always have a plan even when I feel a little lost


Happy Monday!

Sharing Blessings & Burdens...

This past month has been a whirlwind of uncertainty and blessings for us.   We enjoyed a wonderful vacation to Colorado visiting my sister in law and attending a work conference...and celebrating my birthday!

We have been praying for several years that God would allow us to move back home - closer to family and friends.  And, after 2 years of praying, He finally answered our prayers!    We were so blessed to be able to move back home at the beginning of August.   You can imagine how crazy life has been since we didn't know for sure whether we were moving until right before we left for our vacation in Colorado, packing as soon as we returned, tying up odds & ends there, and moving home.  Our new place wasn't ready until after Andrew started his new job either which caused some worries, but God worked everything out perfectly.

Now?  Every single time I see a moving van I can't help but think those poor people!  Moving a few blocks was easy compared to moving to a different state.   And...just when I think we are done moving, my parents and siblings are moving into a new house this week.  Hello to packing even more boxes.    We are grateful though that God opened this door for my family...they desperately needed to move out of their other house.

I received a call from my Mom at midnight last night informing me that they were on their way to my Grandmother's because she was headed to the ER.   That is about all the details I have right now and I have been unable to get a hold of either of my parents and, since my Grandma lives out of state, I can't just go and check on them.  Prayers for my family this week would be so appreciated. 

Counting My Blessings...
21. having such a hard working husband
22. setting up our new home
23. reuniting with old friends and making new ones
24. the evidence of God in our lives
25. times spent with Gran (my grandmother in law)
26. in law's that choose to bless and encourage
27. bicycle rides with my husband
28. talks with my brother's
29. car rides with my sister
30. knowing that I never have to walk this journey alone...


What are you thankful for today?