Cccchanges............
Yeah okay its cheesy but true. I feel like the last four months have completely changed my world upside down. Seriously I'm in a new house, Jack is starting kindergarten, Lexi is getting a new daycare provider, my client load has shifted, and oh yeah I'm back in school. I'm attending the University of Southern Mississippi in pursuit of my degree in nursing. Of course this is a substantial course load and I just can't handle the type work I was doing. I am now going back to writing and actually will attempt to make that my full time job.
Its actually quite terrifying. I've always had my hand in a freelance writing. I actually hold 5 contract with companies that will pay me to do it. Its just time, I get my fingers warmed up to do it. Any support or suggestions will be greatly appreciated right now.
Off to find some magical confidence to write for these clients!
Friday, July 30, 2010
Monday, April 5, 2010
Wow what a day.
I found the perfect description of my day today
"A charming woman is a busy woman"
If this saying is true- I should be the most charming woman on both sides of the Mississippi River. Seriously it seems to be one thing after another today. I found out last week I was offered a part-time job that should bring me back to 40 hours a week. Well this morning I found out that my main client is trying to get us to work more hours. Great a chance to make more money. Well not quite turns out that my internet company has decided to play with the connection, then I had all the regular Monday busyness coupled with the Monday blahs...UGH I could scream!
Okay- I will try to write a positive one tomorrow....
"A charming woman is a busy woman"
If this saying is true- I should be the most charming woman on both sides of the Mississippi River. Seriously it seems to be one thing after another today. I found out last week I was offered a part-time job that should bring me back to 40 hours a week. Well this morning I found out that my main client is trying to get us to work more hours. Great a chance to make more money. Well not quite turns out that my internet company has decided to play with the connection, then I had all the regular Monday busyness coupled with the Monday blahs...UGH I could scream!
Okay- I will try to write a positive one tomorrow....
Saturday, March 20, 2010
What? You can learn from X-men? Seriously?
So I have a slight fascination. Okay its borderline obsession with quotes. I can't help it. Anyways I saw this one from X-men
Wolverine: I suppose you are going to tell me to stay away from your girl.
Cyclops: If I had to tell you that, she wouldn't be my girl.
When I first read it I just thought it was cute. Then since I'm in that glorious beginning phase of a relationship, it stuck me how true it is. I've changed a lot with the way I relate to the men in my life. Obviously I make a point to let them know I'm happily involved and do not want to jeopardize that. It would be pointless for the man I'm involved with to come tell all this men we are dating because I'm already making that noticeable change.
It seems like this quote isn't done working with me though. I had a sudden realization that this could be brought to a spiritual inspiration as well. While its apparent to those around me that I now have a boyfriend- is it obvious that I'm a Christian? When you first enter a relationship- you make those necessary changes. For a modern girl that means you empty your cellphone of all those extra numbers, updating your online profile, stop going to dating websites, talking about this new guy, and saying "no" when asked to go out with the guy friends that will hit on you. What changes have I truly made to set myself apart from the world?
I will NEVER be a person who believes Christianity should be boring. However we should seek to make a good example. We should find a way to share our relationship with God with our friends and family- the same way we share our joy of dating someone one. We need to work on removing the external distractions that only drive us further from God. This may mean no longer going to the old places or hanging out with those who bring us temptation. God has already claimed us once, now its our responsibility to let others know we are HIS.
I know I'm far from perfect at letting those around me know I'm a Christian HOWEVER my goal is to improve this. I want it to be obvious from looking at me and my life that I am happy being God's child.
And yes this whole post was inspired from by my obsession with quotes...
Friday, March 19, 2010
Okay its been a while.
So I kinda told a story...the last post was 5 months ago! Wow- Mississippi winter has come and gone and I'm still here.
Let's see not that much has changed since October. I'm very happy and focused on the future and growing to what God wants for me. I want and will do my best to start school back this fall. I KNOW that I belong in nursing- its just a matter of getting my behind back in class and getting over that fear of going. I KNOW that if I'ld just pick up the phone and make a call to an advisor I'ld be there........just pray that I build that courage soon.
I've made a change in my personal life: I'm no longer serial dating. I FINALLY listened to my guy friends that told me I was making excuses not to seriously date anyone. Yeah- the same guys who told me I was too afraid of getting hurt and I was playing life safely. As Ron kept trying to drill in my head I was missing out because "Life is not a destination, its a journey." (See Ron- I really did listen to you) The guy I'm seeing now is literally amazing. His heart is huge and everything he does shows it. He's great with the kids, fixes things around the house, cooks, and seems to take a pride for spoiling me. Not sure what makes me special to him BUT I'm very happy and blessed right now.
Okay now on to the kids. Jack's starting to give me a run for my money. Seriously at five he's started backtalking. I will say Jake is surprising me with his desire to help and discipline. Speaking of giving my ex husband credit. Jake has also started taking Jack to t-ball practice. In fact, Jack had his first game on Tuesday night. Jack's making stellar advances in his speech and overall learning ability.
Lexi is becoming more and more of a princess everyday. She's super smart and uses it for her advantage. She's also got no doubts that she's the prettiest girl ever. Lexi will literally come to me and tell me that she needs her nails polished. She's started going to closet in the morning with me and pointing to the clothes, she wants to wear. I can honestly say I see DIVA in this little girl's future.
Well I want to update this often but so far my track record hasn't been great. Anyone want to take bets on when this is updated again?
Let's see not that much has changed since October. I'm very happy and focused on the future and growing to what God wants for me. I want and will do my best to start school back this fall. I KNOW that I belong in nursing- its just a matter of getting my behind back in class and getting over that fear of going. I KNOW that if I'ld just pick up the phone and make a call to an advisor I'ld be there........just pray that I build that courage soon.
I've made a change in my personal life: I'm no longer serial dating. I FINALLY listened to my guy friends that told me I was making excuses not to seriously date anyone. Yeah- the same guys who told me I was too afraid of getting hurt and I was playing life safely. As Ron kept trying to drill in my head I was missing out because "Life is not a destination, its a journey." (See Ron- I really did listen to you) The guy I'm seeing now is literally amazing. His heart is huge and everything he does shows it. He's great with the kids, fixes things around the house, cooks, and seems to take a pride for spoiling me. Not sure what makes me special to him BUT I'm very happy and blessed right now.
Okay now on to the kids. Jack's starting to give me a run for my money. Seriously at five he's started backtalking. I will say Jake is surprising me with his desire to help and discipline. Speaking of giving my ex husband credit. Jake has also started taking Jack to t-ball practice. In fact, Jack had his first game on Tuesday night. Jack's making stellar advances in his speech and overall learning ability.
Lexi is becoming more and more of a princess everyday. She's super smart and uses it for her advantage. She's also got no doubts that she's the prettiest girl ever. Lexi will literally come to me and tell me that she needs her nails polished. She's started going to closet in the morning with me and pointing to the clothes, she wants to wear. I can honestly say I see DIVA in this little girl's future.
Well I want to update this often but so far my track record hasn't been great. Anyone want to take bets on when this is updated again?
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
How much can change in 17 months?
Wow- 17 months ago was my last update. I can't even believe all the things that have changed since then. Let's see the obvious- Jake and I are divorced, I moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the kids are much bigger and smarter.
What amazes me reading this is that 17 months is seriously a blink of an eye but it seems so LONG ago. I miss the house in GA and our friends. I don't miss the weak person I was. Not at all. I won't go into the details but the person I was- I don't recognize anymore. If you need a further explanation than that I may give you one privately.
Something amazing to me is that through all the stresses and trials of the last year- I've actually been able to grow closer to God. There was a long period of time that I went to church because I was supposed to.. I went to Bible Study because it set a good example. Everything I did religiously was because it was the right thing to do. UM NO.....that was horrible. Last year I spent a whole night up crying and asking God how I got to the point I was at. Well then for the first time in a long time- I heard the spirit speak. "Because you left me" That little statement was more than enough to shake me to the core. I wish I could say that I've spent the last 12 months faithfully in church and studying the bible but I haven't. I'm still struggling. The difference is I no longer feel alone in that battle. I have been blessed to find a church here that I strongly feel God's pull for me to become active in. This church is to me one of a kind- even listening to sermons feel different than the ones that I grew up listening to. They are presented in a less preachy more love type method.
Anyways now that you are up-to-date, I plan on trying to update this sucker 1-2 times a week.
What amazes me reading this is that 17 months is seriously a blink of an eye but it seems so LONG ago. I miss the house in GA and our friends. I don't miss the weak person I was. Not at all. I won't go into the details but the person I was- I don't recognize anymore. If you need a further explanation than that I may give you one privately.
Something amazing to me is that through all the stresses and trials of the last year- I've actually been able to grow closer to God. There was a long period of time that I went to church because I was supposed to.. I went to Bible Study because it set a good example. Everything I did religiously was because it was the right thing to do. UM NO.....that was horrible. Last year I spent a whole night up crying and asking God how I got to the point I was at. Well then for the first time in a long time- I heard the spirit speak. "Because you left me" That little statement was more than enough to shake me to the core. I wish I could say that I've spent the last 12 months faithfully in church and studying the bible but I haven't. I'm still struggling. The difference is I no longer feel alone in that battle. I have been blessed to find a church here that I strongly feel God's pull for me to become active in. This church is to me one of a kind- even listening to sermons feel different than the ones that I grew up listening to. They are presented in a less preachy more love type method.
Anyways now that you are up-to-date, I plan on trying to update this sucker 1-2 times a week.
Kid Quotes
Jack
"Mommy go to work so I can watch tv."
"its time to take Lexi back, we need a small baby"
After dragging Lexi half way across the park "Look Lexi its your friend"
"The president is on your phone and he won't stop talking."
"I need a girlfriend BUT Lexi doesn't need any boyfriends other than me."
Lexi
You the bestest ever Momma
Momma that's a LONGcut
"Mommy go to work so I can watch tv."
"its time to take Lexi back, we need a small baby"
After dragging Lexi half way across the park "Look Lexi its your friend"
"The president is on your phone and he won't stop talking."
"I need a girlfriend BUT Lexi doesn't need any boyfriends other than me."
Lexi
You the bestest ever Momma
Momma that's a LONGcut
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Education Time
Well I've been talking with Jack about his private area (basically good touch/bad touch talk) A friend of mine had a get together Friday night. Jack had to go pee. S a little girl followed Jack in the bathroom. J (a boy) also decided to follow Jack. As Jack is peeing he had some little toy in his hand. J asks what he's holding. Jack responses "MY WEEWEE" but S doesn't have one. Gotta work on teaching that child discreetness.
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