I have spent a little enough time on Pinterest in the past couple of months, and among other things I got the idea to make my own headboard. I didn't actually use the idea I saw on Pinterest- with the help of a few creative people I came up with a unique plan. After my dad cut the boards I needed to size, it wasn't that difficult. However I really don't see myself ever being a DIY...
It's true...my mom is the best mom. She is one of my best friends. She has always been there when I needed someone to listen or give me advice. She has always been supportive of me. My mom has been an excellent role model and example. I admire her faith and courage in everything she has been through. I am so thankful for all of our chats, shopping trips, and fun times we have had...
....Ahmed and I went on our first date. We went to Victoria's (an Italian restaurant in Rochester) and took a ridiculously cold walk in the snow (I'm pretty sure it was just because he wanted to have an excuse to put his arm around me:). Obviously, the date went pretty well. I never could have imagined what the next five years would hold for us. We have been through so much together already, and I...
I love seeing blog posts and facebook updates from friends sharing things they are thankful for in the season of Thanksgiving. I don't have the patience to update things every day, but I have actually been trying to remind myself of things I have to be thankful for in the past few months. I have so much to be thankful for, so why is it so easy to be unhappy? There are a few things I...
I love to take pictures. I am definitely not a professional, and I make a lot of mistakes, but I’m learning! If you know me at all, you know that my most popular photo subjects are my niece and nephews. These pictures are no exception, but there is a special occasion. These two special kids have birthdays this month! Miss Emma is turning two soon. She is growing to be a sweet girl and is...
On Wednesday nights I volunteer at Awana at my church. In a room of 20ish 3-4 year old kids. Some weeks are just plain chaotic, but most weeks I leave with my heart full. It is so precious and powerful to watch little kids get excited to learn about God. Plus the kids are very entertaining.Tonight was one of the chaotic nights, but it still put a smile on my face. A little conversation with...
I started using a couch to 5k running app on my phone in August. I ran very diligently at first, but I started to lose motivation over the past few weeks. There was a 4k road race in my home town weekend, so Ahmed and I decided we were going to give it a try. I have to admit it took a lot of convincing from Ahmed, but I participated in the race, and I'm...
...visit Lake City, MN- the birthplace of water skiing (for real- google it- I dare you!)It was a quick trip that made for an enjoyable and relaxing Sunday afternoon. Ahmed gets sick of taking self portraits. Too bad :)Here's a few more pictures:And then I had to leave for work at 5:45 this morning (yuck)...hello Monday! ...
I have been at my new job for about a month, and I was more than ready for a day off yesterday...ha! It has been a challenging, overwhelming, tiring month, but I have learned a lot and am so thankful that I have a job. And a little bit of a challenge is good for me, whether I like to admit it or not.One perk of my job is I make my own hours, so...
Ahmed said he didn't want a birthday cake, but last night I decided to make him one anyways. It's a good thing I did, because he told me it was the BEST birthday cake he ever had! After two three trips to the grocery store, here is the final product: Like his new watch? :) Happy Birthday! After the multiple store trips I had a broken mixer and a bad batch of frosting... but I still finished...
If you are unfamiliar, Norwex makes environmentally friendly cleaning products. No need for harmful chemicals or paper towels. And they work.Last month I had a Norwex party, courtesy of Mandi, and I got some pretty sweet stuff! (Thanks to everyone who made a purchase!)My Norwex collection: Some of it is actually Ahmed's...but we decided to share :) Products pictured: envirocloths, window cloths, travel pack, body pack, make up removal pack, mop starter pack, rubber brush,...
I had my second interview for a Mental Health Practitioner job at Community Technology and Services (CTS) in Austin on Friday. About an hour after my interview, I received a call and was offered the job! That was after they told me I could expect to hear from them by Tuesday or Wednesday, so I was totally blown away. I asked if I could have the weekend to think about it, but was then asked...
I LOVE spending time with my family, and I love that I can make frequent trips to Iowa to see them. But sometimes it's nice to have my family here. Last summer everyone came up to Rochester for a weekend, and it was so much fun that we decided to do it again this year. Unfortunately not everyone could make it this time, but it was a fun weekend for those that did! In our 48 hours...
Not having a job is hard work! (Sort of) I've been sleeping in a little bit, but still staying busy. Looking for a job is kind of a full time job itself, plus I have been getting ready for my family to come to Rochester this weekend (I can't wait!). I decided it was a good opportunity to do some cleaning, and I convinced Ahmed to hire me to do some painting in his house...
I've been thinking about starting a blog for a while, and I now have some extra free time on my hands, so here it goes... The wonderful family I spent the last year nannying for is moving to Seattle. Yesterday was my last day of work, and I have not found a job yet. Things aren't going anything like I planned, but they never do. About this time last year I started looking for a new job....
