This post is probably going to be uber boring because I'm telling you right now I'm too lazy to upload a bunch of pics on here. If you want to see pictures, go to my Facebook page. :)
This month is just flying by! Work is in full swing and it's been keeping me really busy. When I'm not doin' mah thang at work, something else has been going on! I wonder if I'm just having a difficult time getting used to having a social life again?
Paige is getting married NEXT WEEKEND, so we've had the festivities for her. I think she really liked the bridal shower that Laura and I threw for her and Jason did a great job answering the questions we had for him. Her bachelorette was two weekends after that and, of course, it was a blast. We went to Godfrey's, which is a drag show in Richmond. It was my first and we were all lovin' it. The night ended with a drunk bride and pizza, so I'd say it was successful.
Ashley also had her baby shower! Baby Norah is due to arrive at the end of August and I can't wait to meet the little Hud! They got some awesome stuff and I know Ash was so thankful so many of Norah's aunties were able to make it to the shower. :) I posted pics on Facebook! Ryan and I's gift was of course her favorite. ;)
We drove to Tennessee last weekend to celebrate Ryan's grandma and grandpa getting married. They got married at Ryan's parents house and the night was perfect. Grandma Bev put so much thought into everything and we had SO. MUCH. FUN. dancing with Charlotte and Isabella. My two favorite moments of the night:
1- Isabella challenging Grandpa Ron to do a headstand. Who knew he could actually do one, much less hold it for a good 30 seconds. He did this twice just to prove us young folk how inflexible(??is that the word I' ml looking for??) we are. After Ron did the headstand the second time, Isabella went up to everyone and just said so nonchalantly, "And that's how it's done." LOVE!
2 - Alysa and Charlotte were dancing when the beat of the song dies down. Charlotte freezes so Alysa immediately thinks she needs to potty. 3 seconds later the beat starts up and Charlotte immediately starts shaking and flailing her arms like nothing just happened. Wish I had video!
As if these last few weeks haven't been crazy enough, I'm flying out of Richmond tomorrow morning for a week of work in New Jersey. I'm excited to see the dirty Jerz since I've never been, but I know it's going to be an exhausting week! My flight gets in at 6:30 on Friday which means it's straight from the airport to the rehearsal dinner (missing the rehearsal :( ). Sleepover with the bride on Friday, Paige gets married on Saturday, and then Ryan has a company picnic on Sunday.
SHEWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWEEEEE.
By the way, Ryan and I have to tell the apartment complex what we plan to do with our apartment by this Friday. Our lease is up in October. We have no clue what we're going to do and have approximately 5 days to figure it out. Coooool. We'll figure it out eventually, just like we always do! In 16 days we'll be married for two years. Craziness.
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Thursday, July 5, 2012
As I was cleaning out my old Mac computer, I came across this article. I hope you enjoy it!
Written By Regina Brett, 90 years old, of The Cleveland Plain Dealer
To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 44 lessons life taught me. It is the most-requested column I've ever written:
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. Save for retirement, starting with your first paycheck.
9. Love your parents because they will be gone before you know it.
10. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
11. It's OK to let your children see you cry
12. Don't compare your life to others'.. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
13. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
14. Everything can change in the blink of an eye.
15. Take a deep breath......It calms the mind.
16. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
17. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
18. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
19. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
20. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. .......Today is special.
21. Over-prepare, then go with the flow.
22. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
23. The most important sex organ is the brain.
24. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.
25. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?
26. Always choose life.
27. Forgive everyone & everything.
28. What other people think of you is none of your business.
29. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.
30. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will. Stay in touch.
32. Believe in miracles.
33. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
34. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young.
35. Your children get only one childhood.
37. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
38. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
39. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
40. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
41. The best is yet to come.
42. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
43. Yield.
44. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.
Written By Regina Brett, 90 years old, of The Cleveland Plain Dealer
To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 44 lessons life taught me. It is the most-requested column I've ever written:
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. Save for retirement, starting with your first paycheck.
9. Love your parents because they will be gone before you know it.
10. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
11. It's OK to let your children see you cry
12. Don't compare your life to others'.. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
13. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
14. Everything can change in the blink of an eye.
15. Take a deep breath......It calms the mind.
16. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
17. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
18. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
19. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
20. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. .......Today is special.
21. Over-prepare, then go with the flow.
22. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
23. The most important sex organ is the brain.
24. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.
25. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: 'In five years, will this matter?
26. Always choose life.
27. Forgive everyone & everything.
28. What other people think of you is none of your business.
29. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.
30. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will. Stay in touch.
32. Believe in miracles.
33. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
34. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young.
35. Your children get only one childhood.
37. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
38. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
39. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
40. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
41. The best is yet to come.
42. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
43. Yield.
44. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.
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