Tiresome.

Well what a week it has been, I cannot remember the last time I have worked so much! 

I'm basically working 40 hours this week, and yes some people might say I work that much 

every week, but I'm still taking summer school as well, so I literally have been drained all week!! 

One of my coworkers daughter passed away this week and I wanted to honor her by saying 

that I may have not known her, but I sure do know her mother and she is one of the sweetest 

little ladies I have ever known, and she really really loved and cared about her; sometimes 

it's hard for us to understand what Gods purpose is for taking people out of our lives, and we 

become confused and mad at God. I just believe that there is a time for everything, a time to 

live and a time to die, a time to rejoice and a time to mourn (Ecclesiastes 3).

 I have been filling in for her this week which is no problem at all for me; I would do anything for her, I understand that this is a tough time for her family. But yesterday when I got off work,

 I laid in my bed thinking I needed a five minute break, and I ended up passing out at 6:30 in the
 afternoon! My body must have completely given up on me, I was still I my work clothes too 

(you can imagine the awkwardness i had to wake up to). The alarm didn't even have to wake me, 

I actually woke up at five this morning which was nice because I was able to catch up on my
 homework, and cook some lunch for myself. Even though It was actually my first attempt at 

cooking fish, it turned out quite delicious and this is how I prepared it,

1tsp olive oil

A pinch of DASH

A pinch of thyme

White fish

1 head of broccoli

A pinch of DASH

1/2 tsp of olive oil

1 Tbs of sliced almonds

I was impressed with how it turned out, I was thinking that there was a possibility that i would have
to throw it out (I'm really glad that didn't happen).

Good day mate.

I have been up since 5am and it just seems like this tuesday will never end. Although, I do love starting the week with a warm bowl of oatmeal and some fresh berries. Yum yum, I dream about this perfect breakfast before I wake up, and it's possibly what actually gets me out of bed at this hour; it fills my belly, so that makes me pretty darn happy! I just enjoy a meal like this before I hit the gym, being sick the day before made me feel like my muscles needed a little jolting. After the gym I just headed to work for a nice 8 hour shift, and when I got home, my sweet mama made me a mouth watering salad with cod. Oh I just got to give it up to my mama she is the best cook out there! Every bite was so satisfying and warm... Mmm (I know what I'm having for lunch tomorrow, leftovers perhaps). And after a great LONG day I got to watch the sunset with this cutie, it was just a gorgeous day out, so nice and breezy, we took out some beach chairs and just enjoyed the evening by the ocean. Again what a blessing it is to have a wonderful beach just next door.

Just the weekend.

I love the moment when you realize that your problems are nothing close to what you think they are. Sometimes I feel like people open my eyes and help me realize what life is really about. We shouldn't complain about our problems, and live every day starting brand new. Forget about the things that went wrong in your past and live knowing that you have the chance to start over, and even if you mess up again, just remember tomorrow is a new day. I'm so grateful for all the people in my life that always inspire me. Most of all it's the strangers that I welcome into my life that really make a difference. I feel like I have finally opened up and can talk about christ to anyone. I really believe he can make a difference though individuals that truly believe in him.

It has been slightly cloudy these past few days, rainy at times and just plain humid on other days. Sunday morning was just beautiful, and i try to remember if you start your day out right nothing can make it go wrong. I say that because after having dinner with mark I figured I felt sick, and got stuck with the stomach flu (which is no fun at all). But you know what thinking back, I had an amazing day and I wouldn't trade it for anything, even if I got really sick (which right now is causing me to have nausea, a pounding head ache, no appetite, weakness, and stomach pain). But who cares right? I'll feel better soon... And even if I have to be in bed for memorial day, there is always next year. In moments like these I try to remember the good days, and they always make up for the bad.

Iowa girl.

My classy cousin Tanya came from iowa to visit the beautiful sunshine state! I've missed her gorgeous smile, laugh, and sweet hugs. It was such a wonderful thing to have been able to spend some time with her since I haven't seen her since October, and before that around 2 years. We my sister and I showed her around our cute little town shopping centers. We even made sure she could grab some white sand to take home with her to show her two little baby boys. Yes I did say babies, isn't she just a stunning mama... Oh I miss her already!

Well I feel like I have burnt my skin about three times this week; I don't know why my skin has been so sensitive lately. Hopeful, it just passes and I just start getting some color.

You know what has been bothering me lately? I still haven't found anything I want to major in, and it scares me. I really love crafty, designing, and art;but I often ask myself, is this what I want to do forever, or are these just hobbies? Ayyy.. I need to make a decision soon too. Poopcicles. Oh yea I do have my own vocabulary as well, so it's not me misspelling, it's more like me creating. Anyways I decided to post a photo of my silly little brother whom I absolute adore, even though we are five years apart, and argue 80% of the time, there is just something that makes me always smile when I'm around him; maybe it's the fact that he is finally growing up and no longer a baby. Time really does fly.

Happy.

Sometimes when your down all you need is a lot take sunshine in your life. Besides totally burning the back of my thighs, I very much enjoyed every second of the suns warmth on my skin. I'm trying to enjoy it as much as I can because I know soon enough I'm going to completely hate it! Although I do count my blessings of having the beach only 5 minutes from my house.

I decided that I was going to "brag" about my car, well I mean if I have invested a "butt load" of money into it I might as well have the honor to show it off. Well this is my money drainer, haha I do love it very much, Sasha is a beauty. I finally got it fixed after my accident and just realized how gorgeous she is (I'm no car phonetic though). Alright enough about her, I wanted to share my midnight snack, Yummmm so delicious, Greek yogurt, pears, and whole sliced almonds. It will blow your mind; it's healthy too. Today I ran into a friend while groceries shopping and he told me something that never crossed my mind; did you know that there is a bunch of sugar in fruit? I never knew that, apparently apples have a lot of it.... It was such sad news to hear since I'm slightly obsessed with gala apples. Ohhh I don't think I can give them up; well it was just an interesting fact I learned today.

Funday Sunday.

It feels like a week has passed but I realize it has only been one day. Sundays are one of my favorite days of the week because it's just always a happy day, and yes I do love going to church, and seeing all of the jolly faces! If I have not mentioned I go to Coastlife church, and if you want to check it out you can visit mycoastlifechurch.com it is an amazing place I love to call home. Everyone treats you like family and expresses their love to one another (by the way the preaching is phenomenal).

Besides my morning routine, I went to Samash in Sarasota with this cutie, and we played some guitars, well he played the bass, I personally don't play, but currently obsessed with the uke and have been dying to get one (hopefully sooner than later). But it was quite fun looking through all of the musical stringed instruments and learning more about them. I am a music fanatic, my life revolves roughly 90% around it. Since I'm on the subject I might as well tell you what I love to listen to, I'm more of an indie, classy music person, but one of my favorites is the civil wars. Oh I fell in love with it at first "melody" hehe, give it a whirl, who knows you might like it too!

pure peace.

as of now i am currently sitting in my room where i have been doing school work online

for the past hmm 2.5 hours i believe. to be frank, i would have been completely stressed out knowing
my work is due by tomorrow at midnight, but i have a little secret i want to share... it always works and 

 makes me feel at peace. when i know that i have to actually sit down and do my work, i turn on some
 classical music, and it keeps me relaxed, focused, and stress free. i honestly think its the best drug... this worry free medley never fails me. i just love to hear the beautiful violins, orchestras, and pianos play their soft harmonies and develop graceful compositions that make my mind tranquil. what a superb natural
 honor it is to have these notes dance along the walls of my room.sometimes i sit and wish that this
music could follow me everywhere i would go, flowing through my dreams, and following me from
coffee shops, to midnight walks. oh if you only knew how magnificent the atmosphere feels right now,
it makes me over joyed to have my mind set free into a world of wonder, where anything,
and everything is possible.

one of my favorite piano peices, one mans dream by Yanni

blooming.

 

 alright without thinking i ordered my phone cover from Hong Kong and it took me a month to get it.

i just think i have overloaded my mind with so much im not taking time to 

take a second look at things when i do them. With online college courses, fixing my car that had 

been hit in February, family, church, work, and finding time to go to the gym, my days have been \

passing like a blur. I seriously have brought myself to become an early bird just to 

create time for all of my errands. i feel like it never stops. i wonder what it will be like when i have a family one day, goodness i dont want to think about it. 

over all im happy with all i have, even though i have bad days, the good ones 

always make up for them.

Happiness

What an amazing day, first I come into work with this cute little gift waiting for me,

 and it was just what I needed pens, pads, and of course 

chocolate... Mmm... My manager is the sweetest person I know. Working with people you love sometimes makesyou feel like you are not working at all, and I think with time 

you learn to know what you truly love... So if you can't stand your job quit, 

because there is some other place you can work that you will gladly 

enjoy and actually be excited to come to.

26.

I went to Ft. Myers to surprise my sister for her birthday. (it worked) she was clueless of my 

plans which made it all so much better. I love great surprises!!! Hehe, her face lit up when she saw

 me standing outside her door. Seeing her happy just makes my world better. 

Oh and of course I got to see my little benji.For her birthday we went out to eat at
Carrabbas, and I had some yummy muscles, (they are my favorite).
But for some reason I got sick from them, it might have just been just a 

bad tummy day. Over all, the dinner was grand.

Well during my stay at my sisters house, we had taken the time to do some shopping. 

Oh I have not had this much fun in a while!! All along the way we laughed through every shop, 

I just love my sister, have I ever told you how much she makes me giggle? I promise I have 

formed abs by now! Together we made some really delicious salmon burgers, they were ginormous. 

And perfectly tasteful. It was just sad to have to leave today! I hate goodbyes. I feel like I 

have been always surrounded by saying goodbye to some of the people I love the most. 

Oh boy and on my way home, I thought I was raining and then realized it was lovebugs hitting 

my windshield. Yuck I hate lovebug season.

Monday.

I realized how much I have enjoyed waking up bright and early in the morning. 

It's seems strangebecause if you really know me, you would know that I'm really 

not the typical morning person (I'm serious). I could sleep in till 12pm without a problem. 

But lately the morning has become my best friend. Besides having to fight the alarm clock in the

 morning and snooze it about three times, I enjoy the chilly morning. Just getting out of bed with a

 smile on my face, stretching, and gobbling a nice delicious breakfast! Oh I have started going to sleep

 just super excited to wake up and get my day started. It really has saved me a lot of time.

Anyways, boredom over took me at work, and I decided to put my sketching skills to use. 

Drawing on everything and anything gets me into trouble sometimes (bad habit). But it's what I do.

 For lunch I was craving for some chicken fried rice from Bushidos, and it completely stuffed me, 

I even skipped out on dinner. 

Mothers day.

Happy mothers day to all the beautiful hard working woman out there, you truly deserve it! 

My mama has been an wonderful inspiration to me through out my life.

 She is one of the most hardworking, honest, loving, strongest woman 

I know (my dads one lucky fella)!!! 

Over the years my mom has opened up to me like never before and I have just 

felt this natural close connection with her lately. Mothers make such a large impact 

on your life and are such a great blessing for all of us. Some might disagree with me, 

however, if your mother didn't positively impact your life, than make 

sure "you" do for your future children or children today.

I surprised my mama with some tulips today to show the affections I have towards her, 

and of course a handmade card (they are the best) and delicious dark chocolate.... Mmm... 

Can't beat that!!! She was over joyed to see them waiting for her on the kitchen counter

 (just the perfect place to put them). I received a text from her for the first time 

"Thank you for all the things you gave me!" she recently upgraded to an iPhone and has started

 to learn to text, it's so cute! I just love my sweet mama, she is simply the best in the world. 

a delicious sandwhich joint in my town yumm yumm yummm firehousesubs