For Miss R

So Kate is on the phone with her best friend and is describing this picture that I described as "a little too pretty for an 11 year old." I thought I would post it so Miss R can see what Kate is talking about ... we sure do miss you guys! P.S. This was from Halloween if your wondering about the outfit!

Happy Thoughts

Honestly, I'm feeling a little blah.... a little overwhelmed at the things I have set myself up to do. A little tired (did I mention I've partially given up caffeine ~ more to come on this.) And a little disillusioned. Wondering if I am ever going to do the things I plan to do... However, rather than focusing on these I've decided to make a list of things that make me happy... because, after all, doesn't thinking happy thoughts give hope and hope lead to a life of energy and purpose... think big, start small... that is what I always say!

• a good book (audio books count too!)
• the smell of Biolage shampoo and conditioner
• looking at beautiful things, flowers, painting, Riley's eyelashes
• Deb's phone calls and now visits
• the person Kate is shaping up to be, she really is growing up
• the smell of fresh baked cooking
• that feeling I get when I've been exercising awhile and I can feel my body getting stronger
• learning something that makes something else I know (but don't understand) make sense
• Jason's kisses
• the feeling of baby girl's face right up against my cheek... I get all that softness and smell at the same time
• feeling totally connected to God
• the snow on the mountains
• my camera
• the day Abby arrives
• clean house
• feeling really connected to people
• when the kids turn off the tv and get creative

I'm sure I could go on and on but Riley and I have to read....I'm still feeling tired but at least now I'm smiling...it's a start!