How did I get so lucky!?

If it seems that I brag on my husband alot, it's only because he is amazing. He is so... thoughtful and he knows just what to say/do to make others smile. Sometimes it's a card or a small gift, sometimes it's a surprise visit in the middle of the day or just seeing him smile that brings me joy. My heart is just... full... And I am SO thankful that God blessed me enough to spend my life with this wonderful man...

 

Yep, that's him. My best friend, my partner, my husband, my everything... I just never thought I could adore someone this much... He fills my heart with so much love and he makes my world a better place just because of who he is.

Just the other day, we learned of a friend's grandmother's passing. We were supposed to hang out with these particular friends over the weekend, but because of the passing, the event was rescheduled. Immediately, I began to think of how we could support these friends because we're not quite close enough to go to the funeral visitation, but... Then here comes my husband, "We should send them a floral arrangement or something, just to let them know we're thinking about them." I was speechless and surprised and touched all in the same moment. I think he shocked himself because a few years ago, I doubt he would've ever uttered those words. But every day, he grows and matures and becomes more the man God intended for him to be. In that moment, I just felt... proud to be his wife and even more love and adoration for him.


We sent something similar to this... Our friends were very appreciative...


Then, today he surprise me... again... I always think it is adorable when he visits me at work. But this happens to be Administrative Professionals Day. While that doesn't mean alot to most people, my husband decided it was high time to show some appreciation for me and a few of the other hardworking ladies in my office. Awww... I know!! So, he comes in with cards and goody bags for me, my boss and my other gal pal "Beandip"! One of my other sweet coworkers is going part time so her last full time day with me is tomorrow. I'm making cupcakes tonight and he mentioned to me that he already picked up a card from to give her as well. Just awesome. My husband is awesome. I don't know how in the world I got so lucky!

Now I must scheme and try to find some way in the world to show HIM how much he is loved... Ideas are welcome!

Friday letter...

dear husband: Life throws some rough curve balls huh?! Well, lucky for us, we've got each other and even though this big purchase may postpone some other hopes and dreams, look what you may be sporting! 

 dear friday: Thank you for finally showing your face! This has been the work week from HELL and I've had it up to here!
 

dear bipolar weather: Figure it out please. dear beach vacation: I'm still saving my pennies and dimes! Please send me an affordable option (or a nice friend with a condo to use for free) so I can visit soon! dear sweets: I can't get enough of you this week. I think I am burying my stress in the comfort of your cream filling!

 

 

 dear workday: So glad you're almost over! I think 2:00 is closing time today, folks!

Firsts...

I saw this floating around on a couple other blogs and figured I should play along! :)


FIRST thing I do in the morning... hit snooze at least once. Then go to the bathroom and brush my teeth

 

FIRST thing I do when I get home from work... take clothes off, put sweats on!

My FIRST car... was a hunk of junk. My mom’s loser 3rd husband passed it down to me only for it to blow up a few months later. Fan-tastic! :/

My FIRST kiss... I think it may have been the 2nd grade boy in the neighborhood who my mom referred to as my boyfriend. I was in Kindergarden, so I hardly think that should count.

The FIRST thing I wanted to be when I grew up... a singer. It’s all I ever did. Call it an escape!
 

 

FIRST choice restaurant... totally depends on what I’m in the mood to eat. If it’s fast food, it’s Chick-Fil-A. If it’s Italian, Olive Garden usually wins because of $ (and their freakin’ awesome SOUP!) If it’s a steak I am after, Longhorn is the go-to. Man, I am hungry now!

 My FIRST home... The first place that ever felt like a “real” home is when I lived with my dad. I moved in with him for a year when I was 10-11.
 FIRST job... was a grocery store cashier. I actually liked it. And I was good at it.
My FIRST accident traffic violation... was a ticket for running a yellow light! The red truck beside me did the same darn thing, but I got pulled over. Grrr!

 

FIRST "big girl" job... I guess my Payroll job at Yum was my first “big girl” job. It was definitely my first taste of corporate America. It was definitely a good learning experience.

FIRST major purchase... My Honda Civic. Which I sadly don’t have anymore. Why did I trade it for a Sebring!?
FIRST drink of choice... Sweet tea! Or if we’re going alcoholic, Liquid Cocaines! :D

 

FIRST song that comes to mind... that darn “Thrift Shop” song. Geez, that song is catchy! “I’m gonna pop some tags, only got $20 in my pocket…” LOL!

FIRST time I flew... I flew over an ocean! Am I NUTS!? I was on my way to Honduras to do mission work in 2000.

FIRST dessert of choice... typically involves chocolate, but not always. Key Lime Pie or that Lemon Cream cake from Olive Garden produces quite a bit of drool as well.

My FIRST husband... Errr, just kidding Pookie! You're my one and only! :) I love you!

 

 

Wordless Wednesday

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It's Wine:30 Somewhere...

If this employee's cuckoo wife does NOT stop calling me, I'm about to lose my marbles. I swear. I JUST talked to her like 10 minutes ago and already, she is calling me again. "Please call me about the questions I have..." REALLY!? You could START by giving me some real questions or some inkling of what the heck you want before I waste valuable minutes of my day trying to call you back! Errrrgggg!!!!

In other news, I went through the WHOLE day Tuesday believing it was Wednesday. You cannot imagine how heartbroken I was when my husband dropped the bomb that it was only Tuesday. Yep... one of those kinda weeks :(

 

The one awesome thing that happened this week was Baby Lydia's arrival! My good friends, Elizabeth and Jason, married since 2006, have been trying for a couple years to have a baby. They endured a couple of awful miscarriages before finally, now, Baby Lydia arrived to bless their family. Oh I am SO tickled! We're supposed to go see her tonight and I can hardly wait to hold that lil bundle of joy in my arms. Uh-hu... And you know what this means... I got MAJOR BABY FEVER!!!!

 

This weekend is Easter Sunday. Not sure what the plan is yet, if any. I know I am taking the day off tomorrow... just because... I had kinda been planning to, but I feared my boss wouldn't give it to me. So now, it's going to be a "sick day" (cough cough) We're hoping to look at some apartments and try to find a nice, quiet place to move to. Crossing fingers we find something in our price range that will make a nice, cozy home for us to share :)



Then, it could be date night... We have a gift card to Olive Garden and then we could go see the new Tyler Perry movie. Have you seen the PREVIEW for that!? Whew! Looks scandalous!!

 

BAM!

 

Now, back to your regularly-scheduled workday! Peace out!

Holy Cannoli Batman!

What a week it has been! Work has just been awful and I have only a few bright spots that have kept me going this week. Here is the main one:

 

My husband. Gosh I love him! Just when I feel like I can't take anymore, he gives me reason to smile and to keep fighting through it, whatever it may be. I am so, so blessed. I can't say it enough. I just don't know where I would be without this amazing man in my life. And the fact that I get to call him my "husband" on top of that... Just AWESOME! :D Love you Boobear!

 

The other bright spot this week was Wednesday night girl fun with my pal "Bean" and our adventure of making Snickerdoodle cupcakes. Yep, you heard me right. Look at these little bites of heavenly goodness!

 

Bean has quickly become one of my super duper gal pals. She's so sweet and easy to talk to. It took us a while to get our act together and hang outside of work, but now, it's a regular thing. Sweet friend + good eats and/or alcoholic beverage + puppies = good times!

And don't forget about those impromptu "Friends" marathons! How YOU doin!?

 

Not too many plans for this weekend. The hubby and I are both looking forward to spending some time with Christine and Marshall tomorrow. They are such a good couple to be around... they banter with one another, they flirt with one another, they just enjoy being with one another. That's how we are, so it totally works. Spaghetti -n- Meatballs and a Scrabble rematch are on the agenda! Should be a great day :) Here's a pic of all of us taken at our wedding:

Now we just gotta get these two hitched! Not much longer now... just about 3 months to go! :)

That's all I've got for now! Please cross your fingers that we don't get snow on Sunday! <sigh> I am SO sick of winter!!

(But snow, if you must come, please get me out of work and let me stay home with my hubby! Please and thank you!!)

 

 

Friday Letter

dear god: Thank you for continuing to bless me. You come through for me time and again, even when my faith is shaky or I can't see the full picture just yet. Even though I don't deserve your grace, your mercy, your love OR your faithfulness, I am in awe of you and overwhelmed with gratitude. 

dear husband: You continue to amaze me. Every morning I wake up, I am so thankful to have you laying beside me. At the end of a long day, it's a mad dash home to the comfort of your arms. You do the little things that make the biggest impact... Thank you for the yellow pinwheel yesterday and just for coming to spend the lunch hour with me. You cannot imagine how much seeing you brightens up my day... You truly make each day worth living... I love you!!

 

dear soft space: It has been an awesome journey so far delving into my heart and allowing my inner itty bitty to speak. I find the inner desires of her heart are the same as the ones of this grown-up woman... If I only allow her the opportunity to shine through. What's even more awesome is that my husband (wonderful as he is) is embracing my itty bitty, loving her and supporting me on this journey as well.

 

dear warm weather: Please stay. Last week, we were able to picnic outside. I've been able to put my windows down and turn my music up in the car. No more snow and cold please...
 

dear "honey bun": (AKA the baby that will hopefully occupy my belly soon) You played a mean trick on us this month... I really and truly thought you were in there! I was definitely sad and Daddy was disappointed too. Even though the timing might not be perfect, I think our hearts are definitely in the right place. We hope and pray you will bless us with your presence soon.
 

 dear friday: I am SO glad you're here. I even broke out my Friday dance for ya!