I'm Gonna Be An Aunt!

Okay, so that's old news, but Jacob and Phila found out today what they are having. It's a girl! Thanks, y'all, for giving me a sweet niece to love and spoil! And, sorry Phila, she is definately getting the Wonder Woman onesie! If she's anything like Jacob, she'll be a chunky monkey. In a Wonder Woman onesie. Can we say Adorable?

Lessons Learned

I once thought that everything I need to know I learned in kindergarten. I learned to share, I learned to read, and I learned to CYA if you think you're about to get in trouble. Recently I've decided that I've learned some pretty valuable life lessons as an adult. Here's a brief run down on what they Don't teach you in kindergarten -
* Sometimes bad things happen to good people. Even if you CYA, you may still get it. The thing to remember is God won't put you through something He doesn't think you can handle.
* The Beatles were wrong - Love is not all you need. There are many more crucial aspects to a relationship. If even one is not there, no matter how much love you have for each other, it's not where you need to be. True story.
* You don't always have to share. Sure, it's good to share, but I do not share my food (unless I'm full), and you better not even think of touching my quacamole.
* When one door closes another one really does open.
* Friends matter. A lot. Don't take them for granted, and don't let them slip away when you start a new relationship.
* Pedicures are a gift from God.
* You get what you pay for/put in to it. Both sayings are amazingly true.

These lessons didn't come easy, but I love my life today, and it's because I learned them. If I forgot any, let me know!

House Update

Okay, just for those of you who are wondering how it's going... The house is about half painted! Yay! And you know me, every room is a different color. I've ordered the french doors that will go from the living room into my bedroom. Jacob and Dad get big points for ripping out a couple of awkward closets. Next projects are the two bedrooms, then I'll move onto the biggest one - the kitchen. I hate my kitchen, so that one should be a lot of fun. I'm sore from reaching high to paint, and I never knew I'd have so much fun ripping wallpaper border off the walls. It's a lot of work, but I'm loving it!

Isn't It Funny?

Isn't it funny how your life can become completely derailed? I've been thinking tonight about how my life has completely changed paths several times. It seems like everytime I seem to think I know where I'm headed, I get lost and walk through the wrong door. Maybe not the "wrong" door, but a door that leads to a room I certainly didn't expect to be in. And so I settle in the new room, get comfy in that room, get up for a drink of water and go through another door. I don't know if that happens to everyone, or if it's just me. I don't know if that will ever stop, or if it's just life. I do know some rooms I've been in were really cozy. I also know I'm ready to truly settle in a room for awhile. It feels like whatever path I'm on has a few loose pavers!

Prayers, Please!

Hey everyone. One of the sweetest and craziest ladies I know just found out she has cancer. She's going to need a lot of prayer and support right now. If you have a quick second, please use it wisely and ask God for a little blessing on her behalf. I know she appreciates it. And if anyone would like to join my Team Steph team for the Race For The Cure, just let me know! Thanks!

So Much For Holding Out

I give. I joined Facebook. I'm already a little aggrivated, though. I can't figure out how to see pictures on my computer before I download them. Ugh! Oh well. :P

My New Home

I finally did it. I bought a house here in Lockhart. It's great, and perfect for me. It has two bedrooms, one bath, and only some remodeling to do. I think the best part is that I know I can do this by myself. It really is great, did I say that already? If anyone wants to paint, let me know! ;) As soon as I get all moved in I'll post some pictures.