The first question everyone asked after we announced our engagement is "Have you set a date?" We haven't. So the first thing I've learned is: try to figure out a date before you announce it. If that's not possible, at least agree on a standard party line. As far as our date, we've talked about... Continue Reading →
I Think I Need a Dummies Guide
So ... ummm ... how exactly does one go about planning a wedding? I sort of thought that once I was engaged, I'd just, ya know, know. Isn't that what happens when you become a parent for the first time? You're born with the parental instincts and they magically appear when you have a kid?During... Continue Reading →
He Asked and I Said Yes
I have some exciting news. CHRIS AND I ARE ENGAGED!I know, right? I didn't see it coming either. Want to hear the story? (Warning: It's kind of long, so if you're interested in the details, read on. For you bottom line types ... he asked and I said yes.)The StoryChris and I have always thought... Continue Reading →
A Journey of Faith
My brother Chris and his wife Valeen left today on a journey of faith - a six week trip to a clinic in Reno, Nevada. Basically, God is taking him up Mt. Everest, spiritually speaking. His faith and strength are being tested an a way I've never witnessed before.Chris has struggled for several years with... Continue Reading →
A Few Things
So I have several things to share so this is going to be one of those random stream of consciousness posts. Mkay? 1. This morning I had a very weird experience. I was sitting on the couch enjoying my coffee when I heard something crash into the sliding glass door. A few seconds later I... Continue Reading →
It’s Monday
Oh my goodness. It's only 11:01 and I've already had one of those mornings. I know you know what I'm talking about.Every time there's new information on a crisis, I send email updates to a distribution list of 199 people. These people are all over the world. So I always pay very careful attention to... Continue Reading →
Going Viral
My boyfriend Chris works in the social media world. He's very good at his job. One thing I've learned from watching him do his job ... this world of social media? It's a vast ocean of uncharted waters. It's like an untamed beast. Seriously. One of the things he talks a lot about is something... Continue Reading →
Britian’s Got Talent, Indeed
Remember this guy? And this guy? Seems Britain's Got Talent has a thing for discovering hidden treasures.Well, prepare yourselves for this one.Susan Boyle. Not only is she an aMAZing singer, but she sings one of my all-time favorite songs.Simon's reaction is great.
It was supposed to be about Jesus.
So I guess I didn't put enough context in my post yesterday. I actually had intended to go all spiritual on you (as in, the more time I spend with Jesus, the more I will "look" and act like Him.) However, you apparently thought I was talking about 1. my family 2. Chris or 3.... Continue Reading →
Birds of a Feather …
I've heard that when you spend a lot of time with someone, you start to look and act like them.So I'm curious ... is this true in your life?I'm pretty sure it's true in mine.
These Words of Mine 