Tonight, I decided to take a mental break from the world. Something I feel is necessary to flush out anything that has caused any form of stress, animosity, or negativity.
I lit seven candles this evening and set them in the window sill of my bedroom. Seven beautiful candles,each of their own deep and vibrant color,each of their own dancing flicker from the calm summer-like night breeze. Each somehow holding their own meaning, their own song, their own story of love,of hardship,of losses and of gain.
Now, only six dancing flickers, the first taken by a force of wind that it couldn't stand to hold. I've decided that this one represents those that I have lost, those that I have lost to a battle they chose to lose all on their own. Those that gave up so easily to the strong winds of life... the winds that came and then gone. Those that no matter how big the number nor how tall the crowd didn't see that their light was the brightest shining light amongst all of our own.
Two more are fading away, these represent those I use to call my friend, those who didn't seem to understand that friendship was a whole lot more than the good times. Those that thought they'd be better off finding something that can only be found in a childs dream. Those that only heard what they wanted rather than having an appreciation for someone who wouldn't tell them anything but the truth... Fading away and then gone.
Four are still lit, one with no movement, an almost blinding, still brightness, two together, with completely different dances, and another, that when it's focused on, lets off its beautiful aroma and ever so often bright flicker. The beautiful aroma of the earth, the chirping of birds, the flow of the river, the dance of the trees, and the coming and going of the sun. The two together are my family and friends that even so dim in comparison to the still canndle, are shining brightly, continuously there, dancing their own dances but coming together to stand the test of time of what true love and friendship really is. Lastly, my God, shining brightly and still, always, always watching me, always letting me be who I wish to be, and if I choose, always shining so bright as my reminder that HE is the one guiding my way,who without, the others would not exist.
I will fall asleep tonight, as I do every night, with these four candles always lit in my life. Each one of them a blessing.
"I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010
Yeah!! I do have amazing friends and Ill brag about them as much as I want!!!!
A dear friends facebook note has inspired me to count just a few of many blessings that my amazing friends bring into my life everyday. In no specific order....
1. Honesty- I am so thankful that no matter how harsh or hurtful the truth is, 100% honesty is all you have to bring to the table in our friendship. For short or long term purposes, I know that you all have my best interest in mind and would never mask something just so that I may feel better or like you more in that moment of time. I am also so thankful that my true friends appreciate how honest I am with them and in the long run have an understanding of why honesty is the most important aspect in any kind of relationship.
2. Loyalty- Correct me if I am wrong but I think I can speak for most when I say that we have all grown up so different from one another and have completely different backgrounds and life stories to share. I personally am so blessed to have friends that understand this concept, can accept it, and be my friend regardless. Loyalty isn't just being a friend in the good times, its being a friend in the good, the bad, the ugly, the annoying, the tragic, the dramatic, and the crazy times. Thank you all for being you and allowing me to be me, sticking by each others side all along the way.
3. Joy- I don't think I can express just how greatful and proud I am to have all of my friends who bring joy to my life. Laughing and Loving are two of my favorite things to do. I love being loved and love being laughed with.I enjoy it almost more than anything else in life. You, my friends, are so great to me and I am so blessed to find joy in each one of our relationships. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
4. Happiness- This goes hand in hand with joy. From the little moments of happiness to the big moments of happiness... I am one LUCKY girl!!! If I could tag all of my friends who make me as happy as I am today, I would.. but it's not possible. Keep bringing me the happiness and our amazing friendships can only continue to grow!
5. Strength- This is a huge one for me. It is the most hard attribute to have when things dont go right, it is the easiest thing to give up, and its so simply lost if it is not practiced. I can not express in words how strong my friends are and have made me. There are two paths you can take and its been a huge blessing that my friends choose this one. I don't know where I would be if they didnt have it. I know from personal experience that the strength I have and share has saved a friends life and that is the biggest accomplishment in the whole world for me. Words will never say how much of a blessing this is and how much I admire every single one of my friends for having this.
6. Accountability- Thank God that majority( the people that matter most to me, sorry for those that take offense to this) are accountable. There has not been one instant that my true friends have not been there for me the second that I have needed them. (Within reason of course) They are there to listen, to counsel, to guide, to make me laugh, to make me smile, to push me through, the list goes on... Plans made are always followed through with and even if it costs an extra dime to spend time together, they make it happen!!! Money is replaceable, friendships are not and I am so so so SO greatful that I am blessed with friends that understand this. This paragraph in itself could be a novel but I will stop here because I think the point is proven.
As I said these are just some to name a few and I am so blessed to have the best of friends that anyone could ask for. New and Old... the memories will continue to be made and I hope that from here on out, you are all here with me until the end. I love you all so much and am so proud to call you my friends.... thank you for everything you have done for me. Whoever does not have you in their life is missing out on some of the most amazing gifts ever given. <3 <3 <3
1. Honesty- I am so thankful that no matter how harsh or hurtful the truth is, 100% honesty is all you have to bring to the table in our friendship. For short or long term purposes, I know that you all have my best interest in mind and would never mask something just so that I may feel better or like you more in that moment of time. I am also so thankful that my true friends appreciate how honest I am with them and in the long run have an understanding of why honesty is the most important aspect in any kind of relationship.
2. Loyalty- Correct me if I am wrong but I think I can speak for most when I say that we have all grown up so different from one another and have completely different backgrounds and life stories to share. I personally am so blessed to have friends that understand this concept, can accept it, and be my friend regardless. Loyalty isn't just being a friend in the good times, its being a friend in the good, the bad, the ugly, the annoying, the tragic, the dramatic, and the crazy times. Thank you all for being you and allowing me to be me, sticking by each others side all along the way.
3. Joy- I don't think I can express just how greatful and proud I am to have all of my friends who bring joy to my life. Laughing and Loving are two of my favorite things to do. I love being loved and love being laughed with.I enjoy it almost more than anything else in life. You, my friends, are so great to me and I am so blessed to find joy in each one of our relationships. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
4. Happiness- This goes hand in hand with joy. From the little moments of happiness to the big moments of happiness... I am one LUCKY girl!!! If I could tag all of my friends who make me as happy as I am today, I would.. but it's not possible. Keep bringing me the happiness and our amazing friendships can only continue to grow!
5. Strength- This is a huge one for me. It is the most hard attribute to have when things dont go right, it is the easiest thing to give up, and its so simply lost if it is not practiced. I can not express in words how strong my friends are and have made me. There are two paths you can take and its been a huge blessing that my friends choose this one. I don't know where I would be if they didnt have it. I know from personal experience that the strength I have and share has saved a friends life and that is the biggest accomplishment in the whole world for me. Words will never say how much of a blessing this is and how much I admire every single one of my friends for having this.
6. Accountability- Thank God that majority( the people that matter most to me, sorry for those that take offense to this) are accountable. There has not been one instant that my true friends have not been there for me the second that I have needed them. (Within reason of course) They are there to listen, to counsel, to guide, to make me laugh, to make me smile, to push me through, the list goes on... Plans made are always followed through with and even if it costs an extra dime to spend time together, they make it happen!!! Money is replaceable, friendships are not and I am so so so SO greatful that I am blessed with friends that understand this. This paragraph in itself could be a novel but I will stop here because I think the point is proven.
As I said these are just some to name a few and I am so blessed to have the best of friends that anyone could ask for. New and Old... the memories will continue to be made and I hope that from here on out, you are all here with me until the end. I love you all so much and am so proud to call you my friends.... thank you for everything you have done for me. Whoever does not have you in their life is missing out on some of the most amazing gifts ever given. <3 <3 <3
The Greater Things in Life
To me, it's the simple things in life that matter the most.
Very recently I was let go from a company I had been with for 3 years. It was in an industry that I was definitely considering making a career and though it didn't pay very much, I loved my job and what more could you ask for?? The proposed reasoning of it all can be justified by myself [and most others] as ridiculous but it's pointless to even discuss it any more than I already have.
Moral of the story: I, if not more than ever before, have such a high respect and overwhelming love for all of my family and my friends. Having so much time off has allowed me to get to know each one of them better and I am so proud to say that every one of them has as big of a smile on their face as I do, all the time.[I need that] They have come through for me in so many ways from the simple small things to the great and complicated things. I need to thank every one of them for it. Thank you for the motivation to stay healthy and fit, thank you for the motivation to go after what I really want rather than settling only for what I can get, thank you most importantly for challenging me every day to be a better person and a better friend. I couldn't ask for more understanding and whole hearted genuine friends.
I now have the freedom to open up, express, and introduce myself to new people. The recent connections I have made are phenomenal and I cant wait to get to know them on a different level.
Life, is SO good!!!
Very recently I was let go from a company I had been with for 3 years. It was in an industry that I was definitely considering making a career and though it didn't pay very much, I loved my job and what more could you ask for?? The proposed reasoning of it all can be justified by myself [and most others] as ridiculous but it's pointless to even discuss it any more than I already have.
Moral of the story: I, if not more than ever before, have such a high respect and overwhelming love for all of my family and my friends. Having so much time off has allowed me to get to know each one of them better and I am so proud to say that every one of them has as big of a smile on their face as I do, all the time.[I need that] They have come through for me in so many ways from the simple small things to the great and complicated things. I need to thank every one of them for it. Thank you for the motivation to stay healthy and fit, thank you for the motivation to go after what I really want rather than settling only for what I can get, thank you most importantly for challenging me every day to be a better person and a better friend. I couldn't ask for more understanding and whole hearted genuine friends.
I now have the freedom to open up, express, and introduce myself to new people. The recent connections I have made are phenomenal and I cant wait to get to know them on a different level.
Life, is SO good!!!
Thursday, April 22, 2010
"The Magical Place"
Michelle said it best when she described The Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm as a magical place. I don't think I could have enjoyed it as much with anyone else! The never ending [145 acres to be exact]fields of color were simply put, breathtaking! I won't ruin it for those who have yet to experience it, and to savor the moments we shared today, I will leave the details out. I am proud, in fact, VERY proud to be printing off [for the first time] my own photography and hanging it in the place that I call home. I will share a couple of my top picks. It's only a slight glimpse of how great this place really is and I advise anyone who has not gone to make the trip!
Saturday, April 10, 2010
ONE YEAR!!
I am so so SO happy to say that in T-minus [less than] two days, Aaron and I will have officially been together for a whole one year!! YESS!! As I was going through pictures to share of my most favorite memories for the last year of our relationship, I realized just how lucky I am and how really, the word love, is such a small word for what I truly feel for him. I will say it now and more than likely more than ten times in the future but there is NOTHING like being in an intimate and committed relationship with your closest friend. Here are some of my favorite memories with Aaron... I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. :)
A spur of the moment (when isn't it with me) with my manager, our canadian guest and my new friend Aaron to PDX. There was no plan of what we were going to do once we got there or when we were even going to come back but Aaron was along for the ride and was a great sport about it. When one thing fell through, we ended up finding another and soon enough ice skating and a walk on the waterfront it was. This was one of the many pictures that never turned out but this picture was it for me. I was crushing. We just seemed to fit so perfectly together don't you agree?
This night was epic. After all the crazy dancing, drinking, and drama, I am so surprised Aaron was still even slightly interested in pursuing me. From having to be Andrew's wingman to almost having to rescue Andrew from the police right before deployment and listening to my crazy co workers squabble and share absolutely insance stories, he was again a great sport and soo much fun to have around for everyone!! Experiencing the Greek Culture was awesome and if you ever get the chance to do it, don't pass it up. They are so much fun and so much full of life, it's very refreshing!!
Amazing night, that is all I can say about this picture. Blazers vs Grizzlies March 28th 2009. Had the time of my life.
Mt Hood Meadows 3rd Annual Pond Skim... something I never knew that existed but soo glad I came across it. "This is where Contestants will launch themselves across a frigid 90‐foot long and 3‐foot deep pond on their snowboards or skis, while onlookers will be treated to Pond Skim hi‐jinks, live music, Polynesian decor and round‐the‐clock beer sampling. All entrants will be vying for the grand prize of a trip for two to Hawaii, courtesy of All About Hawaii.The contest has two rounds: in the first round, all participants attempt to skim the pond, and if successful they move on to the second round which becomes the “skim‐off” to determine the winner. If more than one contestant makes it to the other side in round two, prizes will be awarded for the top three places, as well as for the best splash, best impression made by a woman contestant, and best Hawaiian costume." This event was a ton of fun... Aaron was a shirtless Bill Clinton with a loosened tie and his pants around his ankles. Quite hilarious and fit in well with the girl dressed as a spam box, a girl in a bikini, and nonetheless Barack Obama and his dog among many others!! They use to have an album on the skihood site but apparently not anymore... you can google images for mt hood pond skim to get an idea of the event.
This is one of my all time favorite pictures taken just before a get together I had with my close friends up in Portland at a Boutique hotel... this night was awkward and very interesting to say the least but very fun, as always!
St Paul Rodeo 2009, lots of beer and light sabre action! I think Aaron's first rodeo was a success! Soo much fun!
WEDDING SEASON! In celebration of Aaron's co worker Stacy, Willamette Valley Vineyards. What an amazing experience this was!!
Hands down best road trip EVER! There are sooo many pictures I would like to share of this trip but this entry is getting too long as it is. Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knotts Berry Farm, and Six Flags Magic Mountain; Pure awesomeness! Aside from the 115 degree weather in Palm Springs we stayed in a condo suite right on the golf course and loved every second of it... again minus the heat! There are so many inside jokes and tummy aching laughs that we still share created on this trip. Off to Vegas it was where we met up with some fun fun fun friends of mine. Longest week ever but worth every second!!
Baseball: a sport that I have never been [until now] interested in to the slightest degree. When we first met, I was working at the Albany property where my GM at that time was a sports fanatic. He thought it was important that I learned the dynamics of baseball in hopes that it would spike an insterest of some kind....IT WORKED!! I had a baseball term of the day; some days he would tell me what it meant, other days he would make me research it and then there were the days he had me ask Aaron. Those days I am pretty sure he gave me the lamest term cause Aaron would just laugh before he could tell me what it meant. Aaron was on a summer league last year and hopefully he will be this year too. It's been a lot of fun to watch him play in a sport rather than coach it for a change. I am really enjoying this :)
Being Goofy at the Oregon State Fair 2009. We look hot in our shades (or whatever you call those things) no matter what you say. Enough Said.
By far one of the things that I enjoy the most. My Oregon Ducks Football. Thankfully Aaron [best friend Erik and Marina too] made for an awesome trip!! Aaron hadn't been since he was little and I think we both saw a side to each other that we hadn't before. I love being in that atmosphere and sharing that experience with him was ultimate for me!
I have a new found passion for snowboarding and I have to say, Aaron has been an amazing Snowboarding partner. I am better each time that we go but from the start, he was more patient with me than I would be with a newbie! It's made every experience for one reason or another unforgettable. I plan on investing in some new gear here soon and would love for anyone who is interested in joining us up on the mountain to speak up!
Meet Bacardi; our child. I can't even tell you how many pictures we have snuck of each other cuddling with her. She's a total daddy's girl which some days I can't stand but in moments like this, my heart just melts. This is my favorite of them all. Isn't it sweet?!
Our most recent... Valentines Day 2010. Melting Pot in Portland. As seen in the picture this was the most amazing little set up ever. Fresh Fruits and Sweets to dip in our Amaretto Chocolate...a cute little picture of us compliments of the restuarant and you cant forget the couples packet and bag of rose petals!! <3 <3 <3 Not to mention the homemade dinner prior to. Ravioli, French Bread, and the most AMAZING Caesar Salad that I've ever had. Best. Boyfriend. Ever!!
To closing one year and opening two... I am the happiest girl on this planet... Aaron, thank you for being you. I love every bit of our relationship, you are amazing!!!
A spur of the moment (when isn't it with me) with my manager, our canadian guest and my new friend Aaron to PDX. There was no plan of what we were going to do once we got there or when we were even going to come back but Aaron was along for the ride and was a great sport about it. When one thing fell through, we ended up finding another and soon enough ice skating and a walk on the waterfront it was. This was one of the many pictures that never turned out but this picture was it for me. I was crushing. We just seemed to fit so perfectly together don't you agree?
This night was epic. After all the crazy dancing, drinking, and drama, I am so surprised Aaron was still even slightly interested in pursuing me. From having to be Andrew's wingman to almost having to rescue Andrew from the police right before deployment and listening to my crazy co workers squabble and share absolutely insance stories, he was again a great sport and soo much fun to have around for everyone!! Experiencing the Greek Culture was awesome and if you ever get the chance to do it, don't pass it up. They are so much fun and so much full of life, it's very refreshing!! 
Amazing night, that is all I can say about this picture. Blazers vs Grizzlies March 28th 2009. Had the time of my life.
Mt Hood Meadows 3rd Annual Pond Skim... something I never knew that existed but soo glad I came across it. "This is where Contestants will launch themselves across a frigid 90‐foot long and 3‐foot deep pond on their snowboards or skis, while onlookers will be treated to Pond Skim hi‐jinks, live music, Polynesian decor and round‐the‐clock beer sampling. All entrants will be vying for the grand prize of a trip for two to Hawaii, courtesy of All About Hawaii.The contest has two rounds: in the first round, all participants attempt to skim the pond, and if successful they move on to the second round which becomes the “skim‐off” to determine the winner. If more than one contestant makes it to the other side in round two, prizes will be awarded for the top three places, as well as for the best splash, best impression made by a woman contestant, and best Hawaiian costume." This event was a ton of fun... Aaron was a shirtless Bill Clinton with a loosened tie and his pants around his ankles. Quite hilarious and fit in well with the girl dressed as a spam box, a girl in a bikini, and nonetheless Barack Obama and his dog among many others!! They use to have an album on the skihood site but apparently not anymore... you can google images for mt hood pond skim to get an idea of the event. 
This is one of my all time favorite pictures taken just before a get together I had with my close friends up in Portland at a Boutique hotel... this night was awkward and very interesting to say the least but very fun, as always! 
St Paul Rodeo 2009, lots of beer and light sabre action! I think Aaron's first rodeo was a success! Soo much fun!
WEDDING SEASON! In celebration of Aaron's co worker Stacy, Willamette Valley Vineyards. What an amazing experience this was!!
Hands down best road trip EVER! There are sooo many pictures I would like to share of this trip but this entry is getting too long as it is. Disneyland, Universal Studios, Knotts Berry Farm, and Six Flags Magic Mountain; Pure awesomeness! Aside from the 115 degree weather in Palm Springs we stayed in a condo suite right on the golf course and loved every second of it... again minus the heat! There are so many inside jokes and tummy aching laughs that we still share created on this trip. Off to Vegas it was where we met up with some fun fun fun friends of mine. Longest week ever but worth every second!!
Baseball: a sport that I have never been [until now] interested in to the slightest degree. When we first met, I was working at the Albany property where my GM at that time was a sports fanatic. He thought it was important that I learned the dynamics of baseball in hopes that it would spike an insterest of some kind....IT WORKED!! I had a baseball term of the day; some days he would tell me what it meant, other days he would make me research it and then there were the days he had me ask Aaron. Those days I am pretty sure he gave me the lamest term cause Aaron would just laugh before he could tell me what it meant. Aaron was on a summer league last year and hopefully he will be this year too. It's been a lot of fun to watch him play in a sport rather than coach it for a change. I am really enjoying this :) 
Being Goofy at the Oregon State Fair 2009. We look hot in our shades (or whatever you call those things) no matter what you say. Enough Said. 
By far one of the things that I enjoy the most. My Oregon Ducks Football. Thankfully Aaron [best friend Erik and Marina too] made for an awesome trip!! Aaron hadn't been since he was little and I think we both saw a side to each other that we hadn't before. I love being in that atmosphere and sharing that experience with him was ultimate for me! 
I have a new found passion for snowboarding and I have to say, Aaron has been an amazing Snowboarding partner. I am better each time that we go but from the start, he was more patient with me than I would be with a newbie! It's made every experience for one reason or another unforgettable. I plan on investing in some new gear here soon and would love for anyone who is interested in joining us up on the mountain to speak up!
Meet Bacardi; our child. I can't even tell you how many pictures we have snuck of each other cuddling with her. She's a total daddy's girl which some days I can't stand but in moments like this, my heart just melts. This is my favorite of them all. Isn't it sweet?!
Our most recent... Valentines Day 2010. Melting Pot in Portland. As seen in the picture this was the most amazing little set up ever. Fresh Fruits and Sweets to dip in our Amaretto Chocolate...a cute little picture of us compliments of the restuarant and you cant forget the couples packet and bag of rose petals!! <3 <3 <3 Not to mention the homemade dinner prior to. Ravioli, French Bread, and the most AMAZING Caesar Salad that I've ever had. Best. Boyfriend. Ever!!
To closing one year and opening two... I am the happiest girl on this planet... Aaron, thank you for being you. I love every bit of our relationship, you are amazing!!!
Saturday, April 3, 2010
MissLiz On....
LOVE: My love for Aaron grows stronger and stronger every day. Seeing him makes my heart beat ten times faster, waking up to him makes my day ten times better, and being around him makes my smile, well, ten times bigger. There's nothing like spending time and getting to be with [for what I hope is forever] your role model and very closest friend. Coping with his schedule and the little time we get to see one another has been extremely difficult but I think I am finally getting the hang of it. It's quality rather than quantity and I am loving every second of that. I am so proud of him for the teaching, the coaching, the reffing,the schooling, and everything else he manages to do all in one week including making time for me. I without a doubt, have more in a boyfriend than I could have ever imagined and I am the happiest that I have ever been!
FRIENDS: Point blank, I have the best friends anyone could ask for [and more], those who don't know them are missing out on some amazing blessings... They have been there for me through the worst and the best and continue to pull through for all the good times and the bad. Words do not express the love that I have for each and every one of them. Love, love, love you guys!!
HEALTH: Being fit is the most amazing feeling in the world. I may not be a size 0 or ever even be a size 5 again but I love my body and that is the most important thing to me. I am able to do and see things that as I have said before, most don't get to. Hiking is my new favorite past time. I would hike every day if I could. Oregon is a great start, I have an appreciation for my state that I never had before. I am excited to explore different states and in the future, different countries. Exchanging the empty calories of beer for water has made a huge difference in my stamina and all around well being, I love it. Best. Decision. Ever.
FINANCES: I am FINALLY back on top and I can once again say that I was able to pay all of my bills on time AND put money into my savings account. Goodbye Stress: HELLOOO Freedom! I made my first big (ridiculously big) purchase a few years ago that has kicked me in the rear quite a few times to say the least.My Car. Well, that my friends, is ALMOST paid off! I am soo excited to have one number on the other side of that comma rather than two, let alone a number less than 6! My next goal... $500... and then MINE. All Mine!!! I still have a little debt but that will all be paid off in no time. I am giving myself no later than January for that... then the word ACCOMPLISHMENT really kicks in. YESS!!!!
WORK: Work is the only thing I have to complain about. I have been here for a long time and I guess the longer I am here, the things that haven't changed and probably never will get on my nerves more and more. I should be used to it by now... Authorities don't listen, they are only worried about themselves and what corporate thinks about them or their numbers, not the conditions their employees are working under or anything else for that matter... On the other hand I am VERY thankful to have a job that pays more than minimum wage and gives me close to 40 hours every week. Until something better comes along I should work on keeping my mouth shut and fake being happy here. Work is work right?
LIFE: All in all, my life is wonderful, great family, amazing boyfriend, awesome friends,and a God that blesses me every day with each one of those things. Oh yeah, and I am registering for the Dragonslayer Bike,Hike, and Trike for Sarcoma Cancer in Portland. Here is the link: http://www.nwsarcoma.org/ & http://www.nwsarcoma.org/about-us/nwsf-news/341-dragonslayer-pdx Check them both out and let me know if you would like to be a part of our team!!!
FRIENDS: Point blank, I have the best friends anyone could ask for [and more], those who don't know them are missing out on some amazing blessings... They have been there for me through the worst and the best and continue to pull through for all the good times and the bad. Words do not express the love that I have for each and every one of them. Love, love, love you guys!!
HEALTH: Being fit is the most amazing feeling in the world. I may not be a size 0 or ever even be a size 5 again but I love my body and that is the most important thing to me. I am able to do and see things that as I have said before, most don't get to. Hiking is my new favorite past time. I would hike every day if I could. Oregon is a great start, I have an appreciation for my state that I never had before. I am excited to explore different states and in the future, different countries. Exchanging the empty calories of beer for water has made a huge difference in my stamina and all around well being, I love it. Best. Decision. Ever.
FINANCES: I am FINALLY back on top and I can once again say that I was able to pay all of my bills on time AND put money into my savings account. Goodbye Stress: HELLOOO Freedom! I made my first big (ridiculously big) purchase a few years ago that has kicked me in the rear quite a few times to say the least.My Car. Well, that my friends, is ALMOST paid off! I am soo excited to have one number on the other side of that comma rather than two, let alone a number less than 6! My next goal... $500... and then MINE. All Mine!!! I still have a little debt but that will all be paid off in no time. I am giving myself no later than January for that... then the word ACCOMPLISHMENT really kicks in. YESS!!!!
WORK: Work is the only thing I have to complain about. I have been here for a long time and I guess the longer I am here, the things that haven't changed and probably never will get on my nerves more and more. I should be used to it by now... Authorities don't listen, they are only worried about themselves and what corporate thinks about them or their numbers, not the conditions their employees are working under or anything else for that matter... On the other hand I am VERY thankful to have a job that pays more than minimum wage and gives me close to 40 hours every week. Until something better comes along I should work on keeping my mouth shut and fake being happy here. Work is work right?
LIFE: All in all, my life is wonderful, great family, amazing boyfriend, awesome friends,and a God that blesses me every day with each one of those things. Oh yeah, and I am registering for the Dragonslayer Bike,Hike, and Trike for Sarcoma Cancer in Portland. Here is the link: http://www.nwsarcoma.org/ & http://www.nwsarcoma.org/about-us/nwsf-news/341-dragonslayer-pdx Check them both out and let me know if you would like to be a part of our team!!!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Laughing, Loving, and Living
An infamous motto I like to think that I live by but in all reality forget all about as a whole every now and then. Life is so full of opportunities to love or to hate, to forgive or to hold onto, to laugh or to be angry, and no matter what you choose to be at that moment in time, it all seems to work out one way or another in the end. Why do I tend to waste so much time on doing the latter? Over the last week, I have taken time to set all of those negative emotions aside and befriending those that I normally wouldn't, forgiving [and forgetting] things I habitually hang on to, laughing with those that I truly love deeply no matter how much different than they are from me. I've found a deep common ground by opening up and letting in, it makes me at peace with everything in life. I wanted to share some unforgettable memories that I had the other day on our whim of an outing when we decided to take a last minute road trip to Bend. There was a whole lot of laughing, loving, and living on this trip and I am so excited to take more... Ashley and Lynne, Thank you for being a big part of my life and the so far successul journey to becoming a better person. You mean to me more than you know.
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