Friday, December 31, 2010

dec 31

today I am ending a crazy 2010 with a little bit of pampering - fresh highlights to ring in a new year.

Thursday, December 30, 2010

dec 30

we took down our Christmas tree early this year - we're ready for March.

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

dec 29

I don't believe in random coincidences - ran into one of my favorite people miles and miles from both of our homes.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

dec 28

is looking forward to a reunion of friends this afternoon.

Monday, December 27, 2010

dec 27

I am thankful for my husband who spends his birthday morning on the phone with a frustrating ikea customer service rep.

Sunday, December 26, 2010

dec 26

next time we're here we'll have a baby in tow - so long chicago.

Saturday, December 25, 2010

dec 25

30 weeks on christmas day - never thought i'd be so happy to get baby things for christmas - 10 weeks to go.

Friday, December 24, 2010

dec 24

the city was strangely quiet for the day before christmas - but i must say, i kinda liked it.

Thursday, December 23, 2010

dec 23

heading out of town for the holiday - and i won't lie, i think i'm going to be a little bit homesick on Saturday.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

dec 22

this is seriously the best holiday break to date - but I suspect next year's will be even better!

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

dec 21

these lazy days together are what i've been daydreaming about for months now, maybe even years.

Monday, December 20, 2010

dec 20

day one of two week vaca with the mr. was absurdly productive - doubt we can keep this pace up.

Sunday, December 19, 2010

dec 19

the day has finally come - I am so proud of my husband!

Saturday, December 18, 2010

dec 18

I am very excited to report that christmas shopping has been completed - well, except for the husband, I'm in need of a stroke of genius, and fast.

Friday, December 17, 2010

dec 17

let the party begin!

Thursday, December 16, 2010

dec 16

to make christmas cookies or not to make christmas cookies this year, that is the question.

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

dec 15

i'm coming to realize that some of my relationships are destined to
change when this boy comes.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

dec14

feels like a giddy little girl when i think about getting to Friday
afternoon and having two weeks off!

Monday, December 13, 2010

dec 13

a self-imposed snow day has turned into probably the most productive work day of the week.

Sunday, December 12, 2010

dec 12

skipped church + coffee by the fire + wrapping gifts + breakfast for
lunch = a perfectly relaxing lazy sunday.

Saturday, December 11, 2010

dec 11

I have had a wonderfully productive 24 hours, I hope the next 24 will be just as much or moreso.

Friday, December 10, 2010

dec 10

this morning i am fighting to remember that God even provides for the
little birds, how much more will he take care of us.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

dec 9

it's funny how a good night's sleep can make a world of difference.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

dec 8

i am struggling to keep everything in perspective today.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

dec 7

this is the first day that it feels near impossible to breathe.

Monday, December 6, 2010

dec 6

I'm not gonna lie, pregnancy is no joke, and not for the faint of heart, but there are moments that remind me how incredible it is that I was given the chance to experience this hostage takeover of my own body.

Sunday, December 5, 2010

dec 5

...but the greatest of these is love.

Saturday, December 4, 2010

dec 4

i must have a lot of overachieving friends, because many are already done with their christmas shopping and i just started mine today.

Friday, December 3, 2010

dec 3

i am in need of a low key weekend to get stuff done.

Thursday, December 2, 2010

dec 2

today i felt extremely pregnant as i sat at my desk working - extremely pregnant and extremely amazed.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

dec 1

i've come to the conclusion that my body is not my own anymore -
it has been taken over and i cannot control it anymore, nor will i
try.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

nov 30

december has once again crept up on me and for once i'm not upset that
time is moving along quickly.

Monday, November 29, 2010

nov 29

i had such a productive morning, so i guess i shouldn't be suprised that the afternoon is much less so.

Sunday, November 28, 2010

nov 28

I'm kinda thinking everyone should get off work from thanksgiving to the new year - whatd'ya think?

Saturday, November 27, 2010

nov 27

the halls have been decked and we still have two days left of the weekend - oh how i love the holidays.

Friday, November 26, 2010

nov 26

see our boy this morning + get our Christmas tree this afternoon + eat Thanksgiving leftovers tonight = one happy pregnant lady

Thursday, November 25, 2010

nov 25

didn't understand why mom mom got so stressed on holidays until it was an hour before dinner time - let's just say i think i sweated through my shirt - luckily dinner was delicious if i do say so myself.

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

nov 24

is praying that my first turkey won't kill anyone tomorrow.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

nov 23

10 granny squares made, about 90 more to go - good thing they're easy and quite addicting.

Monday, November 22, 2010

nov 22

this is not the way i wanted to start my week.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

nov 21

this weekend we got to cuddle two new babies - i can't tell you how excited i am to have one of my own soon - less than 15 weeks to go.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

nov 20

I got a lot done today, and had fun doing it - the benefit of feeling good for the first day in a week.

Friday, November 19, 2010

nov 19

i will only be working three more days in the next nine - today i am
thankful for thanksgiving.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

nov 18

i'd much rather be coughing at home than coughing at work - but oh well.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

nov 17

it's hard to concentrate on anything when i'm hacking my ever lovin head off.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

nov 16

stayed home today to head to the doctor and decided to fit in the dreaded glucose test as the lab was right next door - it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be - until i got to the very last sip.

Monday, November 15, 2010

nov 15

why do I always get sick after traveling?

Sunday, November 14, 2010

nov 14

heading home - but i'm sure glad the in-laws chose Chicago.

Saturday, November 13, 2010

nov 13

my tootsies hurt - gotta love the mag mile.

Friday, November 12, 2010

nov 12

ikea is even more fun with a baby on the way.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

nov 11

somehow I drove four out of the six hours here - something is not right with that picture.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

nov 10

I am acutely aware that this season of my life is short - and without sprinting forward, i will enjoy it.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

nov 9

work has frusterated me to the utmost today - so ready for 5 o'clock -
ever moreso to spend the rare mid-week evening with my handsome
husband.

Monday, November 8, 2010

nov 8

split pea soup and applesauce - one would think i had no teeth.

Sunday, November 7, 2010

nov 7

it took me two hours, but i think i have nearly perfected the art of the granny square blanket on this dark and chilly night.

Saturday, November 6, 2010

nov 6

had a great day, despite the snow.

Friday, November 5, 2010

nov 5

his heartbeat was perfect - 150 bpm - if only my ultrasound wasn't cancelled - i would have gotten to see him too.

Thursday, November 4, 2010

nov 4

i'm not sure who will be happier when Curtis is done with school.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

nov 3

is poignantly aware of answered prayer.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

nov 2

i really have some fabulous people in my life.

Monday, November 1, 2010

nov 1

happy november - another month closer to meeting our guy.

Sunday, October 31, 2010

oct 31

i'm not the biggest fan of halloween -- even less a fan of October ending.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

oct 30

maybe I shouldn't have sat for two hours on the floor last night helping Curtis put together our changing table - major sciatic nerve pain almost immediately after getting up - the gift that keeps on giving!

Friday, October 29, 2010

oct 29

i hope this weekend is as productive as this week has been.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

oct 28

how am i going to make it at work for the next four months - i'm so
uncomfortable already???

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

oct 27

he finally felt the boy kick (on his face no less) - a night i've been
waiting for for weeks now.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

oct 26

i am looking forward to a rainy evening with nothing to do.

Monday, October 25, 2010

oct 25

not the monday that i was expecting or hoping for - sinus pain turned migraine isn't a good start to any week.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

oct 24

it wasn't the most ideal trip home, but he let me sleep on his pillow for the whole ride...that's love.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

oct 23

i was given an education in all things baby gear while registering with a best friend and favorite mommy today.

Friday, October 22, 2010

oct 22

it never fails, the feeling of checking things off a to do list is one of the best feelings around.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

oct 21

even a happy hour minus the "happy" makes for a good night with the girls.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

oct 20

i think i'm on the verge of an adrenaline rush - ready to get home and
accomplish the night's to do list.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

oct 19

there is an end in sight - he will not be in school much longer.

Monday, October 18, 2010

oct 18

I am not a fan of getting an oil change sans husband.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

oct 17

sometimes God slows our roll with the unexpected - missed church and lunch with friends, but now we're enjoying a quiet sunday morning at home.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

oct 16

spent the morning at the mall with my grandmother and the afternoon/evening under a big open sky, swinging on a hammock, eating chili and making smores on an open fire...this is october.

Friday, October 15, 2010

oct 15

it's the little things - the changing table that i thought had been
discontinued last week is available again and is being gifted to me by
some very sweet members of my family - a very happy Friday indeed!

Thursday, October 14, 2010

oct 14

i am so ready for this week to be over.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

oct 13

after getting ready, eating a bowl of cherios, drinking a cup of
coffee, taking all my vitamins, enduring a walk with the slowest
pooping dog in the freezing cold and then driving halfway to work, i
decided to give in to the migraine and turn around.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

oct 12

has been putting out fires all day and now i feel like the one that got burned.

Monday, October 11, 2010

oct 11

i am feeling paralyzed with a feeling of being overwhelmed at work today.

Sunday, October 10, 2010

oct 10

We have some of the most generous family - so blessed.

Saturday, October 9, 2010

oct 9

bought ten pounds of apples, some kettle corn and some sugar-y, apple-y sweets in 70+ degree weather - what is wrong with this picture???

Friday, October 8, 2010

oct 8

it's official - we have a son.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

oct 7

sleeping is going to be very difficult tonight - finding out tomorrow if we're parents to a son or daughter.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

oct 6

i'm truckin' through this week just to get to Friday.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

oct 5

i think it's time they turn the heat on at work - my fingers are numb and my nose is running.

Monday, October 4, 2010

oct 4

like i thought, i failed on the no sunday nap plan yesterday -- slept from 3 to 4pm on the couch and then slept in bed from 6pm last night to 6am this morning -- so i have no excuse for tiredness on this dreary monday morning.

Sunday, October 3, 2010

oct 3

I am desperately trying not to take a nap today, but laying on the couch under a blanket when the husband is watching football, I know I am about to fail miserably.

Saturday, October 2, 2010

oct 2

it's funny how good people make a rainy Saturday as good as a sunny one.

Friday, October 1, 2010

oct 1

I kept my hand on my belly all day in bed to remind myself the reason I wasn't taking any migraine medicine.

Thursday, September 30, 2010

sep 30

now that i'm tuned in to it, this baby is definitely a mover and a shaker.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

sep 29

could never have mistaken that feeling for gas bubbles -- stopped me dead in my tracks.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

sep 28

i love this chilly weather but the constant rain isn't helping my mood.

Monday, September 27, 2010

sep 27

started out the week with a strep test and some blood work to test for mono -- just swell!

Sunday, September 26, 2010

sep 26

is praying so hard that my mom has a migraine-free birthday today.

Saturday, September 25, 2010

sep 25

after using a bad word, he leaned down to my belly and whispered, "never repeat anything your mommy ever says."

Friday, September 24, 2010

sep 24

today i will take out my camera for the first time in months and
document this season of our lives before it's over.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

sep 23

i am more comfortable being the one sick in our house than the one not-sick.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

sep 22

i thought someone told me that the second trimester is supposed to be
a breeze???

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

sep 21

it's a helpless feeling to be in pain with no remedy.

Monday, September 20, 2010

sep 20

this morning i was accutely aware that this season in my life will be very short-lived.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

sep 19

ready to be home.

Saturday, September 18, 2010

sep 18

i enjoy watching my husband with other people's kids - can't wait till their our own.

Friday, September 17, 2010

sep 17

had fun waking up to a full house this morning.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

sep 16

just at McDonald's for the first time in about 10 years.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

sep 15

i cannot hide it anymore.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

sep 14

unfortunately not all of our family lives in town, but luckily they all live in fun cities.

Monday, September 13, 2010

sep 13

some days I feel like I'm in survival mode.

Sunday, September 12, 2010

sep 12

there's nothing like the sun shining and it not being sweltering hot - I love autumn.

Saturday, September 11, 2010

sep 11

I think I'm getting used to the constipation that comes with baby-squished organs - now I just want to see how much food I can fit in me before I combust.

Friday, September 10, 2010

sep 10

i've either popped or it's the week's worth of poop trapped in my belly that's just making it look that way.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

sep 9

i just need one night of absolute productivity to feel like i'm making a dent.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

sep 8

i feel like i'm running on empty and barely keeping up.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

sep 7

is thankful for my husband that convinced me to take the day after a holiday off - smart man.

Monday, September 6, 2010

sep 6

we stubbornly braved the cold to make the best of the last day of summer - we dipped our feet in the pool that was almost 20 degrees warmer than the air. 

Sunday, September 5, 2010

sep 5

i learned my lesson yesterday, so i am pacing myself today.

Saturday, September 4, 2010

sep 4

i didn't want to miss a rare gathering of friends so i pushed myself a little too hard - and as much as i tried to enjoy myself, it was a stubborn mistake.

Friday, September 3, 2010

sep 3

yesterday my body actually felt pregnant for the first time in 14 weeks - strange and wonderful.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

sep 2

i am looking forward to autumn because spring won't be far behind.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

sep 1

there is no better sound than the one i heard this morning - amazing.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

aug 31

i was so encouraged by good friends tonight; boy did i miss them.

Monday, August 30, 2010

aug 30

I am feeling the after affects of not eating for over 40 hours; down two more pounds, which would have been great six months ago.

Sunday, August 29, 2010

aug 29

today rivaled last Monday as the worst day yet, and I think unfortunately today won.

Saturday, August 28, 2010

aug 28

weddings always put me in a romantic mood; i can't believe ours was well over four years ago.

Friday, August 27, 2010

aug 27

topped a long week off with a fun family dinner.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

aug 26

man, three good days in a row...could it be?!

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

aug 25

last night i felt like myself again; hoping the same for today.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

aug 24

my days are rated by how sick i feel - on a scale of one to ted, today
I'm a seven.

Monday, August 23, 2010

aug 23

just when I thought I was in the clear I started the week with my head in the toilet.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

aug 22

I am hoping I have turned the corner.

Saturday, August 21, 2010

aug 21

today has the potential to be a good day if my body cooperates.

Friday, August 20, 2010

aug 20

i had a hot date tonight; too bad it ended at 9pm.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

aug 19

ended a long workday with a long stroll through Target.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

aug 18

it was the perfect night for girlfriends on a patio.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

aug 17

i love the unexpected...sometimes.

Monday, August 16, 2010

aug 16

i had a decent day today, and by decent i mean better than yesterday.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

aug 15

he eases my fears by saying he'll figure it out - and i know i can trust him.

Saturday, August 14, 2010

aug 14

i am enjoying the fact that i am phone-less, if only for an hour.

Friday, August 13, 2010

aug 13

there's no better way to start a weekend than with the air conditioning going out at work and management telling us to go work from home -- hallelujah!

Thursday, August 12, 2010

aug 12

this is getting really old, really fast.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

aug 11

caffeine may just be the answer to these pesky headaches.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

aug 10

second day i a row of a lunch out with Curtis - i think i like this jury duty thing more than he does.

Monday, August 9, 2010

aug 9

i was surprised with a spur-of-the-moment lunch date with my man - it was the highlight of my day.

Sunday, August 8, 2010

aug 8

i wasted the day with a nap that was just a little too long - feeling groggily guilty as we plan for dinner.

Saturday, August 7, 2010

aug 7

i am pleasantly pleased with our productivity today.

Friday, August 6, 2010

aug 6

for the first time in my life i am on a countdown for august to end and relief to come.

Thursday, August 5, 2010

aug 5

today was the opposite of yesterday - a bad day, a very, very bad day.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

aug 4

there are good days and there are bad days; today was a good day.

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

aug 3

i thought being in a new space would help the days fly by -- obviously
i was wrong -- today is creeping by.

Monday, August 2, 2010

aug 2

i only have to make this crappy commute one more time -- tomorrow i am
headed downtown for good!

Sunday, August 1, 2010

aug 1

woke up this morning with a kid-hangover; we cannot wait until yesterday is the norm.

Saturday, July 31, 2010

jul 31

we had a fabulously exhausting day today, pretending we were the parents of three little brown-skinned sweethearts.

Friday, July 30, 2010

jul 30

i am wearily looking forward to tomorrow's big babysitting gig.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

jul 29

he gave me a compliment over dinner that makes me happy that i made the effort to cook tonight.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

jul 28

felt under the weather after dinner - who would've thought pulling weeds at dusk would help?

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

jul 27

canned minestrone soup and cherries - not the best lunch i've ever
had, but it will do.

Monday, July 26, 2010

jul 26

it is a small price to pay.

Sunday, July 25, 2010

jul 25

what could be better than breakfast on the sunporch with two crazy-cute kids?

Saturday, July 24, 2010

jul 24

there's nothing better than old friends.

Friday, July 23, 2010

jul 23

i am trying to learn not to complain; there is so much to be thankful for.

Thursday, July 22, 2010

jul 22

there's nothing like going to bed at 7:58 that makes a girl feel lazy.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

jul 21

this is much harder than i thought it would be.

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

jul 20

we must be crazy to bake cookies, muffins and have the crock pot going when it's so hot outside.

Monday, July 19, 2010

jul 19

i never thought i'd say this but i wish summer was over.

Sunday, July 18, 2010

jul 18

sunday naps are way under-rated.

Saturday, July 17, 2010

jul 17

overdid the sunshine today - feeling the burn - but enjoyed every minute of it.

Friday, July 16, 2010

jul 16

yo no sé.

Thursday, July 15, 2010

jul 15

this is gonna be a riot.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

jul 14

i am thankful for a good day.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

jul 13

saw the best sight in the world today.

Monday, July 12, 2010

jul 12

is feeling like death warmed over and trying not put myself out of my own misery.

Sunday, July 11, 2010

jul 11

i am trying to get used to this new life. 

Saturday, July 10, 2010

jul 10

i enjoyed all the makings of a great summer day today: shopping, swimming, barbeque and family.

Friday, July 9, 2010

jul 9

i have been thinking about going back to sleep since the minute i woke up this morning.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

jul 8

today i am not saying all the things that i want to say.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

jul 7

i am learning balance.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

jul 6

is having an extremely hard time concentrating at work today!

Monday, July 5, 2010

jul 5

is wrestling with the irony of life.

Sunday, July 4, 2010

jul 4

a man makes plans in his heart but the Lord directs his steps.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

jul 3

sometimes a saturday is best spent with the girls.

Friday, July 2, 2010

jul 2

weeks that end with a haircut and a backyard bbq with friends are always the best weeks.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

jul 1

i am packing in over a week's worth of work today and it actually feels good, although it's after 3 o'clock and i've had nothing but coffee -- maybe that's the secret to a productive day -- caffeine on an empty stomach -- all -- day -- long.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

jun 30

i am out of my element and very distracted.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

jun 29

that thing that sits on my neck hurts.

Monday, June 28, 2010

jun 28

some days i'd just rather be sleeping.

Sunday, June 27, 2010

jun 27

we have been humbled by generosity today - like seriously blown - freakin - away.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

jun 26

is feeling full in every possible way.

Friday, June 25, 2010

jun 25

I'm finally crossing the finish line of the longest workweek ever.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

jun 24

today i'm feeling very overwhelmed, but not in a good way.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

jun 23

i am feeling overwhelmed...but in a good way!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

jun 22

is having a very unproductive day in comparison to what i got done in
a few short hours last night.

Monday, June 21, 2010

jun 21

i have big things planned for this evening.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

jun 20

is thankful for the fathers in my life and the man sitting next to me who will soon (hopefully) become one.

Saturday, June 19, 2010

jun 19

is reading about the history of AIDS in Africa - heartbreaking is a
weak word for what I feel.

Friday, June 18, 2010

jun 18

is having encouragement overload today - i must say, not a bad problem to have.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

jun 17

there's noone else i'd rather walk this next year with - happy 4th anniversary to the one my heart belongs to!

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

jun 16

i already feel my heart expanding.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

jun 15

sometimes having a migraine is the best medicine.

Monday, June 14, 2010

jun 14

telling people is fun!

Sunday, June 13, 2010

jun 13

is already convinced this adoption is so much bigger than us.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

jun 12

there aren't words to adequately describe the feeling of officially beginning this journey.

Friday, June 11, 2010

jun 11

walked in the door with fresh blonde hair to see my husband making
homemade tortillas; he sure knows the way to my heart.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

jun 10

is just taking it one day at a time.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

jun 9

is overwhelmed and at peace all at once.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

jun 8

had a lovely night tonight, exchanging big news with good friends.

Monday, June 7, 2010

jun 7

today i was bored from the outside, but oh so busy on the inside.

Sunday, June 6, 2010

jun 6

was reminded, like the persistent widow, to never cease in prayerful perseverance.

Saturday, June 5, 2010

jun 5

told my parents of our plans and was delighted by their response.

Friday, June 4, 2010

jun 4

enjoyed a quiet night, just the two of us, talking face to face.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

jun 3

feels bad about holding dear readers in unnecessary suspense, please accept my sincerest apology as you continue to wonder what the heck i'm talking about.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

jun 2

like Mary, is treasuring up all these things and pondering them in my heart.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

jun 1

yesterday was the beginning of the rest of our life.

Monday, May 31, 2010

may 31

we have only just begun to scratch the surface on what it means to be adopted as daughters and sons.

Sunday, May 30, 2010

may 30

beauty is all in the way that you love.

Saturday, May 29, 2010

may 29

today i am going to the wedding of a childhood friend, and so, faced with the reality that we are all getting older.

Friday, May 28, 2010

may 28

would i love the weekends just as much if i didn't have to go to work monday through friday? i think i'd like to test it out and see.

Thursday, May 27, 2010

may 27

if i had all the money in the world, i'd hire a driver first.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

may 26

i will never enjoy travelling for work - but at least the week is going fast!

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

may 25

lots of time spent in the car today, only to do it again on thursday.

Monday, May 24, 2010

may 24

a good day always ends with a bit of a sunburn.

Sunday, May 23, 2010

may 23

the whole weekend has been a celebration, a celebration that will only continue tomorrow.

Saturday, May 22, 2010

may 22

then there are good days that cancel out all the bad ones i've had.

Friday, May 21, 2010

may 21

some days are better off forgotten.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

may 20

is feeling a renewed sense of hope.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

may 19

note to self: must learn to remember how to come up for air when i'm on a roll.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

may 18

i like when i feel a hint of culinary inspiration to break up the monotony of the foods we eat.

Monday, May 17, 2010

may 17

even when trying to get to work late, i still got there at only 8:45.

Sunday, May 16, 2010

may 16

we will move forward until we are told to stop.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

may 15

there is absolutely nothing like a leisurely Saturday morning.

Friday, May 14, 2010

may 14

enjoyed an impromptu date night complete with all my favorite things: margaritas, guacamole, fish tacos, a patio and of course, the mr.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

may 13

has a newfound respect for those that deal with anxiety issues.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

may 12

although i would prefer wearing pajamas all day every day, i'm feeling very business chic today.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

may 11

is more than slightly comforted by the fact that we can make plans, but the Lord will direct our steps.

Monday, May 10, 2010

may 10

he is home on a night he's usually not and he's throwing off my typical monday night routine.

Sunday, May 9, 2010

may 9

it is on mother's day that i think about all the ways i wish i was more like my mom.

Saturday, May 8, 2010

may 8

it is finished: i have finished that great, big book called The Bible. 

Friday, May 7, 2010

may 7

i'll take boring over drama anyday.

Thursday, May 6, 2010

may 6

although unroutine, i am pleased with the productivity of this day.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

may 5

I had an uneventful but rather pleasant day today.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

may 4

I do believe we've made it to the other side.

Monday, May 3, 2010

may 3

true friends are a priceless, and rare, gift.

Sunday, May 2, 2010

may 2

we are learning that his grace is sufficient for today.

Saturday, May 1, 2010

may 1

we were the recipients of extreme generosity tonight and felt extremely humbled by it.

Friday, April 30, 2010

apr 30

this week was nothing like i expected, and honestly, i'm pretty relieved it's over.

Thursday, April 29, 2010

apr 29

today i have learned the hard way that trustworthy friends are few and far between.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

apr 28

it's funny how a great outfit can make you feel so good.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

apr 27

sometimes as soon as i walk out of the door and see the sun, i am happy.

Monday, April 26, 2010

apr 26

i am so  lucky to have people in my life that know me and love me anyways.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

apr 25

had a full day surrounded by people that we care about.

Saturday, April 24, 2010

apr 24

he let me sleep late on a saturday morning and of all the responses i could've had, i was annoyed that he let me miss the morning.

Friday, April 23, 2010

apr 23

nothing says i love you like a friday night spent at lowes.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

apr 22

always feels like too much of a grown up when i go out with clients.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

apr 21

i've said it before and i'll say it again: sometimes a migraine is a blessing in disguise.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

apr 20

is anxious to get home and get my real life started.

Monday, April 19, 2010

apr 19

i am battling a migraine this afternoon and sadly losing.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

apr 18

there is no more anticipation, the weekend has nearly ended, the journey home always feels so much shorter.

Saturday, April 17, 2010

apr 17

other cultures are so fascinating to me; sometimes i find myself wishing i wasn't just white.

Friday, April 16, 2010

apr 16

i think i could enjoy urban living if i was within walking distance to a farmer's market.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

apr 15

is oddly excited for the long car ride.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

apr 14

is feeling like a kid on christmas eve today.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

apr 13

is looking forward to a few days of escapism, if only i can get through the next two days.

Monday, April 12, 2010

apr 12

there is always a sliver of hope; i cannot let it escape today.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

apr 11

we had lunch today with the most peculiar, remarkable couple far beyond us in years and had the most wonderful time.

Saturday, April 10, 2010

apr 10

it's  one of those rare days when no matter how much caffeine i drink, i cannot keep my eyes from drooping.

Friday, April 9, 2010

apr 9

is convinced that around the dining room table is where life is most shared.

Thursday, April 8, 2010

apr 8

i started driving today at 5:45 am. - the silence in the rain before dawn was eerily soothing.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

apr 7

it's amazing what a sunny day can do for my overall outlook on life.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

apr 6

it's a good day when i'm less behind today than i was yesterday.

Monday, April 5, 2010

apr 5

eventually everything gets put in perspective.

Sunday, April 4, 2010

apr 4

this was just the weekend I needed before another crazy week.

Saturday, April 3, 2010

apr 3

resolution for the day: i will not let a cold sore get me down.

Friday, April 2, 2010

apr 2

i am already pleased with my decision for this day.

Thursday, April 1, 2010

apr 1

this day ended just as it was meant to.

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

mar 31

the back door is open and April is blowing in with the warm evening breeze.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

mar 30

feeling strangely old today; although i don't really mind it, it feels quite different than my usual insecure state of mind.

Monday, March 29, 2010

mar 29

tonight we celebrate passover with a foot in each side of our religious heritage; such a fine line.

Sunday, March 28, 2010

mar 28

even the idea of warmer weather is making me giddy with anticipation.

Saturday, March 27, 2010

mar 27

at a dinner party tonight i had a moment where i actually felt like a grown up.

Friday, March 26, 2010

mar 26

i saw the sun in my kitchen today and it was magical, even with snow on the ground.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

mar 25

every day i look forward to the moment i walk in the door and immediately go upstairs to put on my sweats.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

mar 24

is trying to keep my focus on the things that really matter today, and not on all the peripheral things i wish i could change.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

mar 23

today i'm wishing for a room with a view.

Monday, March 22, 2010

mar 22

this has been the productive day that i needed; hoping that tonight is more of the same.

Sunday, March 21, 2010

mar 21

an afternoon nap on a Sunday is one of the greatest luxuries in the world.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

mar 20

spring is here and i am ready for the season's change.

Friday, March 19, 2010

mar 19

it's a nice feeling when i weekend creeps up on you and you could've gone another day if you had to.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

mar 18

today i am contemplating this question: why do i do what i don't want to do?

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

mar 17

i am learning how little control i have.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

mar 16

this is not the Tuesday that I needed this week.

Monday, March 15, 2010

mar 15

i am determined to not let this week get the best of me like last week did.

Sunday, March 14, 2010

mar 14

is just beginning to understand my identity.

Saturday, March 13, 2010

mar 13

I am a rollercoaster of emotions today for no reason whatsoever.

Friday, March 12, 2010

mar 12

is supremely thankful that it's almost five o'clock on a friday.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

mar 11

is back on the bandwagon.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

mar 10

days like today are the ones that make me think that this job of mine isn't so bad after all.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

mar 9

came home early from a pretty cool work event because there really is
nowhere I'd rather be than home.

Monday, March 8, 2010

mar 8

the puppy is sleeping next to me and i think i'm not too far behind.

Sunday, March 7, 2010

mar 7

this was not the month.

Saturday, March 6, 2010

mar 6

feeling peculiarly optimistic today.

Friday, March 5, 2010

mar 5

i don't think i've ever needed a weekend as badly as i do right now.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

mar 4

surrounded by all the comforts of home tonight; I wish i never had to
leave.

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

mar 3

is feeling like a tornado tonight.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

mar 2

today I feel antsy and anxious for things I can do nothing about.

Monday, March 1, 2010

mar 1

mondays just may be my least favorite days of the week.

Sunday, February 28, 2010

feb 28

words like that must be time tested, but still we hold out hope.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

feb 27

a winter wonderland created the perfect snowed in day today.

Friday, February 26, 2010

feb 26

another glorious snowed-in day lets me gaze out the window while i write other people's words - it was just what i needed to wind down from the week.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

feb 25

I have been wanting to finish this book for months now, but now that I
have I feel a strange unsettling.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

feb 24

is fairly certain i made out good when it comes to husbands.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

feb 23

i am always astounded by how generously God provides.

Monday, February 22, 2010

feb 22

all day at work today i looked forward to coming home and being a housewife.

Sunday, February 21, 2010

feb 21

is especially enjoying married life today.

Saturday, February 20, 2010

feb 20

spent half the day in bed; sometimes God gets us to rest in the most peculiar of ways.

Friday, February 19, 2010

feb 19

thoroughly enjoyed reading books to a baby tonight.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

feb 18

i will embrace the word "refine" this year.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

feb 17

i went to bed last night feeling aweful and i woke up feeling worse.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

feb 16

i wish every day during the workweek would fly this fast.

Monday, February 15, 2010

feb 15

i needed this day even more then i realized.

Sunday, February 14, 2010

feb 14

i was blessed with a man so much better than i deserved.

Saturday, February 13, 2010

feb 13

every day spent together more than makes up for all the rest that we can't.

Friday, February 12, 2010

feb 12

may the Lord never stop teaching us about ourselves in relation to our spouses.

Thursday, February 11, 2010

feb 11

this day is bound to end better than it started; introducing friends to the best pizza in town.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

feb 10

after a miserable drive home from work, my only goal for the night is to stay awake until the mr. comes home.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

feb 9

has a hunch it's going to be a good week.

Monday, February 8, 2010

feb 8

this is exactly the day i needed to regroup and catch up with life in general.

Sunday, February 7, 2010

feb 7

remembering our africa story with new friends makes me just a little bit sentimental.

Saturday, February 6, 2010

feb 6

there's something very comforting about the predictability of our Saturday afternoon coffee dates.

Friday, February 5, 2010

feb 5

I can now breathe a sigh of relief and enjoy my weekend.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

feb 4

today is one of those days I should be places securely in a padded room.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

feb 3

today was infinitely better than yesterday and for that i am pleased and thankful.

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

feb 2

this morning rivaled all the worst mornings i've ever had; luckily tonight has been far better.

Monday, February 1, 2010

feb 1

there is a lot i have to do and i don't feel like doing any of it.

Sunday, January 31, 2010

jan 31

is mentally preparing to make my first batch of pad thai; this could
be a life-changer.

Saturday, January 30, 2010

jan 30

ran around alone today and enjoyed every guilt-free minute of it.

Friday, January 29, 2010

jan 29

is actually having an inkling to play games tonight; if you know me
you know this is rather rare.

Thursday, January 28, 2010

jan 28

there is no room for boredom when there is so much to consider.

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

jan 27

pondering all the wonderful little things that make up my daily life.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

jan 26

is contemplating what i'd do if money weren't an issue.

Monday, January 25, 2010

jan 25

is convinced that a creative outlet is good for the soul.

Sunday, January 24, 2010

jan 24

is inspired to live with the transparency that i have seen in others today.

Saturday, January 23, 2010

jan 23


in pondering all the ways that families grow, we celebrate with friends the perfect timing of God.

Friday, January 22, 2010

jan 22

he is home and I am happy.

Thursday, January 21, 2010

jan 21

i am having a love-hate relationship with my bed this week; only one more sleep until he's home.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

jan 20

i'm getting used to falling asleep without a goodnight kiss and I
don't like it one bit.

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

jan 19

Feeling that old, familiar pull to drop everything and travel far away with a notebook and a pen.

Monday, January 18, 2010

jan 18

it is settled; i do not like sleeping alone.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

jan 17

after kissing goodbye at the airport this afternoon, i drove home thinking: he is the best thing that has ever happened to me.

Saturday, January 16, 2010

jan 16

in preparation for his leaving i play a variety of worst case scenarios over and over in my head as i am accustomed to doing and then reason myself out of them all. 

Friday, January 15, 2010

jan 15

his grace is sufficient for today; and when it's running low, I look forward to the morning.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

jan 14

mentally exploring new possibilities and have frittered the day away in daydreams.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

jan 13

today i am am feeling uninspired to accomplish much; i guess everyone has these kinds of days every once in a while.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

jan 12

sometimes a migraine is the biggest blessing, teaching me to rest and relax.

Monday, January 11, 2010

jan 11

how easily we forget how quickly life goes by; lord slow us down.

Sunday, January 10, 2010

jan 10

we make momentary choices and in them even our smallest deeds bring a world of delight.

Saturday, January 9, 2010

jan 9

everyone's going somewhere; I'm going home.

Friday, January 8, 2010

jan 8

working barefoot with a view of the ocean and somehow i miss home.

Thursday, January 7, 2010

jan 7

i sit alone in a big room that we could never afford and only one thing is missing.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

jan 6

tonight as i pack for a trip without my better half, i wonder how anyone walks through this life without another waiting for them upon their return.

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

jan 5

poetry is slowly re-entering my daily life and I feel my soul expanding.

Monday, January 4, 2010

jan 4

although I was childishly dreading returning to work this morning, I do enjoy the predictable routine of a day at my desk.

Sunday, January 3, 2010

jan 3

i have felt on the verge of tears all day for inexplicable reasons.

jan 2

we spent the evening playing games with friends; craving a simpler, slower life.

Friday, January 1, 2010

jan 1

we woke up still feeling under the weather, but happy for a day spent together.

the idea:

to keep a daily journal consisting of a single sentence a day.