Another Fun-Filled Weekend

This weekend started out with dinner and a movie with some friends from work. It was a fun night, but the movie was not what I expected. I had not read the book, so I guess I was out of the loop on what the end would be like. It wasn't bad, but not one I would go see again!

Saturday morning I headed to Memphis to meet a sweet friend from Hot Springs! She was my 11th grade disciple now leader and someone I have always looked up to. It was great catching up with her and just talking about life. :) We did some shopping, too! I found some more owls...don't judge! She even helped me spot a few! It was a short visit, so I am looking forward to another time we can get together with more of the H.S. girls!
After the shopping fun, I headed to my brother and SIL's for the football game. My parents decided they needed to tag along and made the trip later in the day for the game. Turned out to be an amazing win by the Tide as they rolled over Georgia!! It wouldn't be a Memphis trip without going to Muddy's, so while Susan and I were out and about, I picked up 5 crimson cupcakes for the game! Yummy!

This morning dad made some of his yummy waffles for breakfast before heading back home. I stayed longer to visit with the bro and take him to McAlister's...because it is his favorite place to eat. :) Ok, so it is my favorite, but he enjoys it, too!

Another weekend is almost over, and it will be back to the real world bright and early in the morning, but I have something to look forward to next weekend as I will be on the road again!
Hope everyone has a great week!

Roll Tide Roll!!!

Alabama just rolled over Georgia! 41-30

Prayer at Work

I never thought that I would experience prayer at work. Many people choose to separate religion from their workplace and school in fear of offending someone these days. There are debates on the topic and groups that fight against prayer in schools and in public places in general. For me, prayer is something very important in my life. I have seen the power of prayer many times in my life...even the little things.
When I first started working, the organization I work for took time to pray for their new employees at orientation. I thought that was unusual but was very thankful that that was part of the orientation and that my first job started with prayer. Yesterday in a meeting a few names and families were mentioned who were in need of prayer. Today there was a dedication for a new building and not only was there prayer, we also sang hymns and read scripture...to me that is pretty cool...to work for an organization like this is such a blessing especially since it is my first experience in the real world. With the world the way it is today, this was all actually surprising to me. I did not ever expect to experience this at work. I know I am fortunate to work for an organization who places an importance on the one true Healer. It was a reminder today of why I do what I do and that I cannot do this job on my own. It also reminded me that this is where I am meant to be at this point in my life. I may not always have this type of work environment and feel like this is only preparing me for what may come in the future. I am truly blessed!

New Music

One of my classmates has a new album on itunes! Go check her music out...Caroline Brewer!

Is it really only Thursday?

Today felt like Friday which is disappointing considering it is not. Tomorrow should be a good day with only 3 patients on my caseload instead of the typical 4-5. I guess I am ready for the weekend since I have made some fun plans! Tomorrow night is dinner and a movie with friends from work! Saturday I am meeting a sweet friend from Arkansas in Memphis to catch up and shop! I am going to stay with my brother and sister-in-law Saturday night and then go to church with them Sunday morning, so I can have a chance to spend some time with them while I am in town. The family will be watching the big AL game Saturday night, so I guess I will be doing that as well!
Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Wordless Wednesday

Could I Find Anymore Owls?

Seriously, this is out of control. This is not even all of my recent owl purchases (I am just tired of downloading pics)! I may need to join a support group.

ebay

ebay

Found this candle on sale in Nashville...Anthropologie

Anthropologie

From a sweet friend!

Target

kitchen towel

hand towel

Another Fun Weekend in Nashville

Even though we were in "class" most of the weekend, it was still so good to see a few of my classmates. We had fun visiting and even found time to go shopping. I found some fun owl items at one of my new favorite stores in Nashville. I of course purchased a few of them! I also found a book about my new camera, so I can learn more about how to use it!! Nashville is very short on gas right now and many of the stations were out. Fortunately, I can get there and back on one tank with my new car. I headed back tonight and got stuck in traffic from a wreck which made the trip home longer but it really didn't seem all that bad. Just gave me more time to think about the last 3 years and the good friendships I made while in school. I am so blessed to have met these girls and look forward to the next time we can get together. I forget how much I miss them until it is time to say good-bye again. That was the hardest part of the entire weekend and for some reason it was harder this time.

I missed the Alabama game today, but I am so proud of the Crimson Tide! It makes it better that I grew up in Arkansas and hear from my friends every time Arkansas beats us...not this year!!! Roll Tide Roll!

What's the Word, Hummingbird?

My dad enjoys watching the birds in our backyard, especially the hummingbirds. He has been asking me to sit and wait on the hummingbirds ever since I got my camera, so finally one afternoon I did just that. I sat and waited on the birds ready to get some good pictures. Here are some of the ones that were post worthy.

Sally joined me in my quest for getting the perfect picture of the birds. She of course slept through most of the picture taking.

A Win is a Win

Well, it wasn't pretty a couple of weeks ago nor was it the most exciting game (probably made it in the top 5 most boring games), but it was a win! Pictures from AL vs. Tulane game weekend.

Dad's face says it all about the game!

Ready to See These Girls!

Leaving tomorrow for a conference! The best part is that they will be there, too! Except Stacie who is still working in Hawaii...rough life! We will miss you Stacie. You should have just hopped on a plane and joined us! :) I am ready to catch up with everyone and do some of our favorite things when we have time off from the conference!! Maybe I can squeeze in some shopping, too!

Ice Cream Fills in the Cracks

Trowbridges Since 1918

Before we left Florence, my dad took me to get ice cream at a place he went to growing up. I don't think it has changed at all since the last time he went, other than not having lemon ice cream anymore. It was a nice treat and ok to have after eating tons of good food since we all know ice cream fills in the cracks! We will be making a stop there the next time we visit. :)

God's Promise

A rainbow on the way to AL for the funeral.

A Wonderful Life

Today a dear family friend who is also the grandmother of my cousins and SIL, went to be with the Lord. To say that she will be missed is an understatement. She was a mixture of sugar and spice as she was so sweet and kind but also had a bit of spunk to her as well. She always knew that Jason and Jessica would end up together and probably prayed for them to fall in love. :) My dad mentioned the other day that she spent a lot of her time with my grandmother when she was dying many years ago which makes her that much more special to my family. She was someone who put others before herself and brought smiles on the faces of anyone she met.

Praying for her loved ones during this time and rejoicing in a wonderful life lived by a wonderful lady.

A Lesson in Patience

*Friday update* Picked my computer up at BB this afternoon at no charge! Woohoo! Updates coming soon as soon as I re-install my camera software and download pictures!

*Wed. update* Well, no word from BB on the status of my computer, so I went to the store to see why they never called and what is going on with the less than a year old computer. Naturally there is nothing wrong with the hardware or whatever is covered under the warranty, so to fix this lovely problem they will only charge me $129 for the less than a year old computer to be fixed. Also, they need the back-up CD that came with my computer which is in the box in another box probably in storage...I hope that it is in the box. Hopefully, I will have it back by the end of the week. There is work to be done, and I am running low on patience! :)
Hope everyone had a great Wednesday! The weekend will be here before we know it!

My less than a year old laptop is not working...not starting up to be exact. I took it in yesterday and have not heard from BB on the status...probably not a good sign. Hopefully the 3 year service plan will come in handy and will get my computer fixed or replaced. Fortunately, I bought an external hard drive last weekend and moved all of my files over to it before taking it in to be repaired. The bad news is that I am unable to upload my photos from this weekend's game until I get my computer back. I already knew I spent too much time on my computer but not having it has really reminded me that I do in fact spend way too much time on my computer and am not patient when it comes to this piece of technology. I am very patient when it comes to working with people in therapy everyday in fact, people tell me that frequently, but I am definitely not patient when it comes to working with technology. I get frustrated when a page will not load in 10 seconds or less...that is bad. I wish I could be as patient with technology as I am in my job...well, we can't all be perfect, so I guess I will just live with not having the patience to work with technology. It's more important to have patience with my patients!

On Our Way to See the Crimson Tide Play

Treats I made for tailgating!

More from Atlanta

Pictures of two sweet cousins and Atlanta.

"Roll Tide!"

"Touchdown"

Downtown Atlanta...view from Condo where we stayed on game night.