Winter.

I have never been this sore in a very long time, my body I aching and I'm brushed up. My ankles are slightly swollen and bruised around the bones. Oh but I don't regret it one bit! From spinning, and skating backwards, and skating on one leg. Man by the end of the night I could have become professional (sarcasm belongs right here). Over all it was nice to feel somewhat like it's winter in Florida since we don't really have one, I mean I actually made somewhat of a snowball. I want to repeat this night all over again.

Peekaboo, who are you?

Some little things about myself..

Blue is my favorite hue

I paint my nails numerous times a week

Sweaters are my best friends

My toes and hands are always icicles

I love listening to songs over and over again until I somewhat have something close to the lyrics memorized.

I have an obsession with apples

My favorite type of date is the unknown, something out of the ordinary and simply sweet and romantic.

I'm not a ring ring, talk on the phone type of person.

I love being caught off guard. Yes, surprises.

History is my favorite.

The beauty of art is my passion.

Take me somewhere old and foretold.

Thoughts.

It scares me... the things that go on in people's head truly freaks me out, like it freezes up in my bones. I recently became acquainted with someone who is depressed and hurts herself in all sorts of ways just to get through the day. She doesn't understand why, and keeps doing it, feeling drawn in to physically and mentally abuse herself. It simply brings tears to my eyes to know that people want to end their lives. Most of all it scares me because many of those people do not know about God, or of his life, his forgiveness, his grace, and his happiness. We are given one chance, one life and to live with one purpose; we have to let it be known to everyone of Gods great glory. When I spoke to this girl and asked her to pray, she simply said "I wish I knew why I feel depressed." I know I have been raised in my faith, and it's a lot easier for me to understand. But some people are truly lost whether you see it or not, and we should try to help them out. The point of me sharing this story is in hope that maybe if you see someone sitting alone, in public, or at work, someone silent, maybe you have never acknowledged, or even thought of speaking to... just strike up a conversation and who knows you just might help someone out whether you know it or not. I don't think people mean to be antisocial, but just like the boy who murdered all those children in that elementary school in Ct, he was known to be extremely out of the loop, he had no friends, no one to talk to, he could have had the chance to be saved and feel welcomed or accepted. I'm not here to pick a bone with anyone, I just want to express my thoughts and say, a smile can go a long way, but a few nice words can stretch even further. Have a nice day everyone!

Carefree.

Despite sleeping in, and having a bad morning, this guy dragged me out of bed and told me that we were going to spend the day outside today. I'm not going to lie, but it was a gorgeous winter day. We went long boarding & rip sticking down the legacy trail. The fresh air and warm sun tickling my skin was just what I needed. I'm glad I was pulled out of bed for this; I was literally considering spending the whole entire day in my Jammie's snuggling in my bed. Even though that sounded superb at the time, I'm still glad I was able to enjoy the peacefulness and scenery while unwrapping my mind.

It's christmas time.

Christmas Day! A day I wait for all year, 365 days, always on my mind. I get so excited for it throughout the entire year, yet the day only lasts for 24 hours. With only those few hours I try to soak up all enjoyment I can. We gather around as a tradition of reading the birth of Jesus in the morning together as a family, then we pray and open our gifts. Being the only girl home this time of year gives me the advantage to spoil the men in my house all by myself (so I took advantage). This jewelry box was given to me from Marks lovely mother; she is always so kind, and loving. I also received these beautiful Aldo boots from my brother (I take it that it was the biggest surprise of all). I have learned when you expect the least, you get more than you wished for. Smokey was ever excited when he did receive his bone, just look at that gleaming smile. Oh he'll be turning four on New Years; I can't believe how fast he has grown up! My family spent the rest of the day laughing, cooking, and FaceTiming my sister in Aussie. It was nice to have her at the dinner table with us this year, even though it wasn't physically, it was still perfect! Oh and a specially shout out to my lovely cousin who is now engaged!! Eeek, I'm so happy for her and her fiancé (and on Christmas too), I can't imagine how they both must feel right now! Such a beautiful way to end the night, I hope everyone's Christmas was a bundle of joy!


P.s. those are my moms stocking stuffers, always spoiling us with European chocolates!

Truly happy.

It's Christmas Eve, and with my boyfriends family and some siblings we had ourselves and wonderful dinner and some great laughs. I am honored to know such a sweet family, and to be welcomed into their home. They are so giving, and loving; it makes my heart melt to see how much they all love one another and truly care for each other. Their affections demonstrate how simple it is to be such a cheerful, loving family. I always adore sitting back and soaking in all the perfect moments with them. I'm not going to lie, but I couldn't compare any family to theirs; they are a very rare find, more like one of a kind. They spoiled me with precious Christmas gifts, sweet and kind words and love. I feel like this Christmas couldn't be any better than this!!! It's the simple moments in life that really make the biggest impact in our hearts.


This watch was my gift from Mark. It has the map of Australia, and when he gave it to me he said, "when you leave for Aussie this is a reminder that I'm always with you." Ahhhh, how sweet is he? Always making me melt into pieces.

Thank you.

My church has the most amazing Christmas service every year, it almost feels like as the years go by it gets better and better. I have seen the tremendous work of God in this place, it has been an honor to be apart of it. Pastor Jason was bringing down the house in our 3 amazing services, this man is truly anointed. Some people just have a great pastor. But we not only just have an incredible head at our church, but we have a wonderful friend, leader, teacher, counsellor; he has taught me never to doubt myself and always keep my faith. You know there have been quite a few things on my mind., its the season of believing and loving. Jesus came here on this earth to show us the true meaning of life and choices. Do you really choose to understand his decision to come down to this earth just to save us? It really hurts me when I hear and see people say that it's all just a myth, and that we should forget all about it. If it weren't for him, we would not be here and there would never be such a thing as second chances. He can to offer himself as a sacrifice so that we would be able to have that second chance. It is such a beautiful offering, the most delicate gift of all. I just personally want to thank God for this delightful year, and his noble sacrifice.

Count down.

The last few days have been busy busy busy, from last minute shopping, to handmade Christmas cards, choices, wrapping and rushing all around town. Sometimes the days flys by and I'm shocked thinking, geez it's 7pm already?? It almost feels like the season just wants wiz by us and make us wish for it all over again!

Eek.

my holiday break has finally come! No work or school for a whole week. Someone pinch me please!

These are some photos previously. I threw a hot cocoa girls night, which was quite splendid (I love my ladies in Jammie's).

When it's cold outside.

One of the best dates I have ever been on. This is something I have been wanting to do for a very long time. It was so nice to simply pull in the theater, get all cozy, with the winter weather, and snuggling.

Yay.

Finally my prints came in! I was able to decorate my wall in my room with them, which was something I have been wanting to do for quite sometime (this is what I do when I finally have some free time). I'm enjoying my holiday break before school starts again... Not really looking forward to that, but at least I can catch up with some of my crafting!!!

Tissue please!

With some of the extra branches from the bottom of my tree I decided to make a wreath out of it. It turned out quite dainty. First times a charm, and even with the sap all over my fingers, it was totally worth it. Today I woke up sick as a dog. Which is strange because I rarely get sick ever, well that is ever since my sister left; but it was bound to happen sooner or later. With my last final this morning (and the pile of tissues I had to bring with me), I'm glad to officially say I'm finished with my second year of college!!! Yay. Don't feel as great as I want to, but it's still a good day. A Weird fact about me: I love to clean, like "getting down and dirty" clean when I'm deadly sick. I'm not sure why that is, but I do it all the time; and the funny thing is I feel terrible when I do it; I know you should rest when your sick, but it's like wohoo yay a free day (since i had to call off of work). My sick day turned into a "catch up day." So I decided to clean and officially put up some decorations. Literally it's torture to be doing this to myself, but somehow I feel accomplished. I even had the willpower to make some dinner tonight (no recipe today). Yet i guess ill just rest when I'm an old lady one day.

We got our tree.

Besides studying for finals, we decided to take a little break and finally get a Christmas tree (late, I know. But school comes first). Two words: Douglas fur. Yes and of course we found the most beautiful one, couldn't take my eyes off of her. Alright I know there are many people who give into the whole "artificial tree," and I respect your choice but I could never make that one; it's just everything about them sparkles. The divine matter of choosing the perfect tree, to the wonderful pine aroma (and candles can't really replace it). Maybe it's the fact that I grew up in Washington and I was always around them, but I promise you that a fake tree just doesn't cut it for me. Since I'm officially the only girl with my brothers now, I tagged them along and made them help decorate this year! It's was quite fun I was glad they participated; with the Christmas music, and running up and down from the attic, (getting all the decorations) the hard work payed off. Oh and let me tell you something, these gents don't know how to put lights on a Christmas tree; I had myself quite a laugh when I saw them wrapping the tree like they were wrapping someone up in a cocoon (by the way if you have never done that, your really missing out). My family is simply unceasingly merry (sooooo grateful) there's never a time that I don't have a ball with them. I just wish my sisters were with me to enjoy this as well.

Even though I lost $20, I had the most marvelous day; It simply really is the most wonderful time of the year.