Why Did The Turkey Cross The Road?

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I am often amused by some of the things that I see on my drive to work. Every now and then I see something that gives me a much needed laugh. This morning my much needed laugh came in the way of a turkey. As I was driving a turkey crossed the road in front of me. While to some this might not be strange seeing a turkey, this is not the norm for me. In fact this was the first time I had ever seen a turkey near my house. Perhaps he knew he was going to be Thanksgiving dinner and was on the run? Who knows…..it made my morning though.

Getting Personal

I was reading one of my favorite blogs today, Living in Yellow, and Erin was taking a moment to interview herself and ask her self some tough questions. After reading her questions and responses I thought it would be fun to do the same thing. So the time to sit down and ask myself the same questions. I thought this would be a great way to reflect on life and ask myself those though questions.

1. If you could do one thing differently in your life, what would it be? When thinking about how to answer this question I do not like to think of it in terms of what regrets do I have, because I do not want to regret any decisions or choices that I made. Yes, there are decisions that I made that I wish I would have made differently, but I think those decisions eventually got me to where I was supposed to be. It just might have taken longer to get there. One thing I wish I would have done differently is that when I went to college I chose to go to a Bible College that was affiliated with the church I went to at the time. Part of me went because it is what I thought is what I was supposed to do, and it seemed logical. While I am grateful for the time I spent there, I quickly realized that was not the path I was to follow. I do not regret going, but I do wish I would have chosen differently. 

2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? This is a great question. I honestly do not know. I am not sure where I will be living (I do not even know where we will be living in 6 months seeing as how our house is on the market), I do not know if I will be at the same job, I would like to hope and believe that we will have a kid or two, but there is one thing that I know I do want to be content and satisfied with where my life is. I want to think that I will be happy.

3. Do you honestly want kids? If you would have asked me this question last year I would have said sometimes yes, sometimes no. But over time I have had more and more of a desire to have children. I feel deep within that I am meant to be a mother and that God will bless me with my own child/children. So, yes there is nothing I want more right now than to have a kid or two.

4. What has been the best moment of your life so far? Hands down the best moment in my life to this point would have to be my wedding day. That is  day I will never ever forget. It was a day filled with so much joy, promise, and hope. There have been other amazing, wonderful moments, but I think this one is my favorite.

 

5. What is your life theme song? Good question. I will have to get back with you on that one.

6. What is one thing you have yet to accomplish that you want to do before you die? I have always had a dream of visiting Victoria Falls in Zambia. I have always had an obsession with Africa. And while I was able to accomplish my dream of going to Africa, I still long to see Victoria Falls. To me it is pure beauty.

7. If you could choose one thing to be known for, what would it be? My integrity. I want people to think of me as an honest person.

8. If you could do anything you wanted right in this very moment (no consequences, no fear, etc), what would it be? I would grab my husband and head off to one of our favorite vacation spots and just enjoy the peace and relaxation from being away from the cares of the world.

9. What has been the most challenging moment in your life? Probably going to school and working full time. While I know I will appreciate my education more, it has been challenging going to school and working full time at the same time. I have had to make a lot of sacrifices along the way. But in the end I know it will be worth it.

10. Summarize yourself in one word. Mysterious

That’s it folks.

Dreaming….

I am dreaming of a place where I can get away from the worries and cares of this world. A place where I can find rest and relaxation. A place where I can find peace. My body and mind longs to just get away from all the hustle and bustle. I need a vacation! Here are just a few places that I am currently dreaming about.

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Friday’s Letters

Dear Mountains, I am so looking forward to visiting you tomorrow. It was been way too long. It is going to be nice to get away if only for a few hours to enjoy some peace and solitude from all that has been going on lately. Dear Friends, it has been hard knowing what to write the past few days. My heart breaks for all who have lost their lives or have been injured in the bombing in Boston and the explosion in Texas. There are no words to really express what I am feeling. The only thing I can really do is to pray. After all that has happened the past few days it reminds me of how much we really need Jesus now more than ever. He is our only hope.

 

When I Have No Words

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Today there are so many emotions I am feeling it is hard to find the words to express my sorrow and outrage for what is going on in this world I call home. Today I chose to not dwell on the negative but look to God and remember that His mercies are new every morning.

Friday’s Letters

 

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Dear Husband, I am so glad it is the weekend. I feel like I have not seen you very much this week with me working late and school I have missed my time with you. I am looking forward to spending some time with you this weekend. Dear College Students, please flush the toilet after going to the bathroom. We are not in grade school anymore. So please be courteous to others. Thank you. Dear Self, just one more week until a break from school. You can make it! Dear Darby, I am a little worried about the red little bumps on your skin. I hope it is nothing serious. Dear Blog Friends, I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!

 

Two Week Wait

If you have ever been on the journey of trying to conceive then you are probably familiar with the two week wait. That is the two weeks after ovulation before aunt flow is due to show up. Through our journey it has become two of the hardest most difficult weeks of my cycle. It is so hard not to overanalyze things that you “think” are going on with your body and convince yourself that you just might be pregnant. I have found it hard not to give into temptation and scour Google for hours looking at pregnancy websites. If you are not careful it can drive you mad obsessing about it.

Why is it that we drive ourselves mad like this? I often wonder if it would be been easier trying to get pregnant back in the day when they did not have the internet or any of the modern conveniences (or annoyances) that technology has provided us with. It is everywhere….from books on conception, to fertility monitors, to websites…..it is never ending. So it is no wonder that one does not end up obsessing about what is or is not going on with their body. It is truly hard to find a balance and find a place where you are paying attention to what is going on, but not obsess about it. Hopefully, I will be able to find it soon, because this whole waiting game is just driving me crazy!