a ME day

I am having a ME day.. I love doing things on my own but also with others too. But when I am on my own I really get to reflect how wonderful my life is and the people that are in it.

 

I'm in the town that my mother works in and I am revisiting a cafe that I think is adorable. Turns out they have the best Chai Tea I have ever tasted and a panini that is mouth watering. I brought a long the book I am reading, Safe Haven, Nicholas Sparks can always make me cry and I hope he can in this book as well! The movie comes out in February and looks great!

 

I took a few pictures of this place because its that cute. I sent them all to the boy along with " now you can pretend your with me" HA he isn't a coffee drinking but said he can always order a hot cocoa :)

 

I miss him and liking A LOT more.

 

 

I also miss my dear best friend who lives all the way in Tennessee. She is suppose to be home this time of year but isn't. So now this year it will be once a year I get to see her. We some how figured it out how to be the best of friends for the last four years 19 hours away. She is in LOVE now... GASP! So excited for her :)

We enjoy doing nothing together and the one person that supports sweats as much as I do. I am so thankful for our friendship and plan on visiting that sweet town of Nashville this summer... already looked into Grey Hound prices.

We are each others biggest dorks and we wouldnt want it any other way!



HELLO 2013

 

 

( sitting in Starbucks writing this post, the joy, the smell, the taste of a coffee shop)

 

I could not have learned more about myself in 2012. Instead of writing paragraphs Ill just bullet point it, knowing my ill just start to ramble and then none of it will make any sense.

 

• Lived in my first house and had my first real bill
• Became closer to God who helped me through so much
• Fell in Love with someone and had my heart broken. But I learned so much from that experience and I am forever grateful for him.
• Developed new friendships and also continued to water the best ones I already have.
• Sold the house I grew up in, bittersweet.
• Grew more confidence in myself and understanding where I am right now is where I am suppose to be.
• Hard work really does pay off!
• Figuring out grad school stuff, GAH apps are due in a month!
• Met another great boy, one I could see myself with for awhile but we will see what God has in store :)
• Learning to be a better daughter, sister, friend, girlfriend and student.

I am not one hundred percent sure what my new year goals will be, that post will come later! For now I'm going to enjoy the last few days at home before I head back to school. Big prayers for the Grad School process!

 

XoXo

 

Its the most wonderful time of the year!

Meet the newest addition to the family, Beau :) I cant wait to spend a few weeks with this nugget at home!

Celebrating Christmas and the end of finals. One semester to go.

Got all my gifts early this year and all wrapped :) I must say I am impressed with myself!

I have been having many mornings to myself with the tree on and admiring the white covered ground. Today I am enjoying this cup and watching one of my favorite movies, The Holiday :)

Two of my dearest friends. We got to cocktail a Christmas party of Jaime's grandparents and had a blast!

 

Heading home tonight for the Holidays and I simply cant wait to be with family!

 

XOXO

No Words

Twas' 11 days before Christmas, around 9:38
when 20 beautiful children stormed through heaven's gate.

their smiles were contagious, their laughter filled the air.
they could hardly believe all the beauty they saw there.
they were filled with such joy, they didn't know what to say.
they remembered nothing of what had happened earlier that day.
"where are we?" asked a little girl, as quiet as a mouse.
"this is heaven." declared a small boy. "we're spending Christmas at God's house."

when what to their wondering eyes did appear,
but Jesus, their savior, the children gathered near.
He looked at them and smiled, and they smiled just the same.
then He opened His arms and He called them by name.
and in that moment was joy, that only heaven can bring
those children all flew into the arms of their King
and as they lingered in the warmth of His embrace,
one small girl turned and looked at Jesus' face.
and as if He could read all the questions she had
He gently whispered to her, "I'll take care of mom and dad."
then He looked down on earth, the world far below
He saw all of the hurt, the sorrow, and woe
then He closed His eyes and He outstretched His hand,
"Let My power and presence re-enter this land!"
"may this country be delivered from the hands of fools"
"I'm taking back my nation. I'm taking back my schools!"
then He and the children stood up without a sound.
"come now my children, let me show you around."
excitement filled the space, some skipped and some ran.
all displaying enthusiasm that only a small child can.
and i heard Him proclaim as He walked out of sight,
"in the midst of this darkness, I AM STILL THE LIGHT."

Written by Cameo Smith, Mt. Wolf, PA

 

This is so beautiful. God hold them all.

wise words

"Enjoy the power and beauty of your youth; oh nevermind; you will not understand the power and beauty of your youth until they have faded. But trust me, in 20 years you’ll look back at photos of yourself and recall in a way you can’t grasp now how much possibility lay before you and how fabulous you really looked….You’re not as fat as you
imagine. Don’t worry about the future; or worry, but know t...

hat worrying is as effective as trying to solve an algebra equation by chewing bubblegum. The real troubles in your life are apt to be things that never crossed your worried mind; the kind that blindside you at 4pm on some idle Tuesday. Do one thing everyday that scares you Sing Don’t be reckless with other people’s hearts, don’t put up with people who are reckless with yours. Floss Don’t waste your time on jealousy; sometimes you’re ahead, sometimes
you’re behind…the race is long, and in the end, it’s only with yourself. Remember the compliments you receive, forget the insults; if you succeed in doing this, tell me how. Keep your old love letters, throw away your old bank statements. Stretch Don’t feel guilty if you don’t know what you want to do with your life…the most interesting people I know didn’t know at 22 what they wanted to do with their lives, some of the most interesting 40 year olds I know still don’t. Get plenty of calcium. Be kind to your knees, you’ll miss them when they’re gone. Maybe you’ll marry, maybe you won’t, maybe you’ll have children,maybe you won’t, maybe you’ll divorce at 40, maybe you’ll dance the funky chicken on your 75th wedding anniversary…what ever you do, don’t
congratulate yourself too much or berate yourself either – your choices are half chance, so are everybody else’s. Enjoy your body, use it every way you can…don’t be afraid of it, or what other people think of it, it’s the greatest instrument you’ll ever own.. Dance…even if you have nowhere to do it but in your own living room. Read the directions, even if you don’t follow them. Do NOT read beauty magazines, they will only make you feel ugly. Get to know your parents, you never know when they’ll be gone for
good. Be nice to your siblings; they are the best link to your past and the people most likely to stick with you in the future. Understand that friends come and go,but for the precious few you should hold on. Work hard to bridge the gaps in geography and
lifestyle because the older you get, the more you need the people you knew when you were young.”

 

 

Hay Day!

Meet Armani

 

She is the owner :)

 

Beauty :)

 

Kiss from a horse, checked off the bucket list :)

 

I use to ride when I was little and wish I still could do it as a hobby. My very dear best friend own two and we adventured off to see them yesterday. I love being around horses and I'm thankful that she enjoys sharing them with me!

This senior year could not have brought on more surprises. Of course I thought my friendships would grow with my dear girlfriends but I also got blessed with more! By working at Log Jam, I really have another family. Everyone is so loving and always has your back. I am so thankful for the experience and people I have there.

 

By turning 22 I have made the decision to not move back this summer and sign a lease with new girls since my roommates and I are all doing different things.

 

I will be applying to grad school this winter and praying to God that I get in to further my education to be able to help students.

 

I have a boyfriend. I still cant believe how much prayer, friendship, talks with your mom and talking out loud can help heal a broken heart.

 

This summer, I would have never guessed I would be where I am today. I have learned so much in my 21st life, it amazes me that I truly am growing into a women. I know my heart will get broken again and that I will fall in love again. But I believe that the quote above is so true. They way I fell in love with Tony is not the same way I will fall in love with Jason (if I do) its a more real relationship. I am so thankful for the relationship I had with Tony and what he taught me about myself. I am also anxious to see what mine and Jason's relationship will be like as well. God just has the most amazing plan.

 

Today as I was driving to my family Christmas party the sun was shining and I was singing along to songs. I caught myself smiling. I then had a conversation with myself that I am still so young and I love where I am now in my life and the people that are in it. I cant wait to take wonderful trips with my family and girlfriends. To explore this beautiful life and everything it has to offer.

 

Today was the first big snow fall :)

I am enjoying it with a Christmas movie and Chili!

 

XOXO