Days 18 - 22

Day 18 - A picture of your favorite place.

I love Olive Garden - and it's probably my favorite restaurant to eat at.....

Day 19 - A picture of a habit you wish you didn't have.

There really isn't a good picture of picking your nails.  But I definitely wish I could break that habit.

Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel.

Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget.

I have really thought hard about this question.  I have always said that I am not one to ever want to take back regrets.  I think this question falls in the same line.  If I take back something I wish I could forget, then the person I am today is different.  I'm sure I could come up with something, but I guess what I'm saying is that I don't want to.

Day 22 - A picture that confuses you.

I'm confused by this question.....let's just leave it at that.

Day 17

Day 17 - A picture of your biggest insecurity.....

I don't know if this is really an insecurity, but it's definitely something I think about and something that is at the top of "my worst fears" list.

Not being able to have a baby, or having a very difficult pregnancy is one of my worst fears, if not the worst.  I guess you could say I am insecure about it.  My mom had a difficult pregnancy and birth with me.  I also don't know if it's because I'm getting older, and more of my friends are having children, and some of them have difficulties.  Nevertheless, I have been told not to worry, it's not in my hands, and I believe that, and I try, but when questions like this come up....it brings it to my mind again.  One thing I do know is that this insecurity and fear will not keep me from having a baby one day, God willing.  Being parents is at the top of our to-do list for sure!

Day 16

Day 16 - A picture of you and your friends

Rachael Faulkner         Brittany Rickaway          Me

These are my girls -- Love them!

(picture courtesy of Nathan Rickaway)

Day 15

Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die.....An Alaskan Cruise

Day 14

Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without.


I can't just pick one - so another collage it is
 

Day 13

Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist

For those of you who know me well, know that I'm not big on current music - I don't know it very well...however, I do really like the show Glee and have several of their songs downloaded on my iPod...so my favorite group is GLEE!

Day 12

Day 12 - A picture of something you love

In keeping with the food theme - I love love love Andes Candies...they are my favorite candy.  Some people aren't fond of the chocolate and mint mix, but I love them...especially melted on top of brownies (shout out Nathan)...

Day 11

Doing good so far --

Day 11 - A picture of something you hate

Can't stand onions....taste, smell, fried, carmalized, grilled, Funyun....it doesn't matter.....can't stand them YUCK

Days 5 - 10

Yes, I know I'm a slacker....but in my defense I had an extremely busy weekend.

Okay this is going to be a whirlwind....

Day 5 - A picture of your favorite memory

Of course two of my favorite memories.  The first was when we were 18 years old and on our very first trip together with a group to South Padre.  That is also our favorite picture of us together.  The second is from our wedding.  It's no surprise that this would be one of my favorites because it marks the day that I married the love of my life!

Day 06 - A picture of somewhere you've been.

For our honeymoon we went to Kauai, Hawaii.  It was a wonderful experience and we highly recommend it!  ps - horseback riding was awesome!!

Day 07 - A picture that shows your true self

 I didn't know what kind of picture of myself to post here, so I made this pieced together collage of some of the DIY projects I have done, some with Joseph's help and some with my mother-in-law's help.  I don't do DIY projects often, but when I do, I really enjoy myself and I love the satisfaction that I get when I'm done.







Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh

This picture of my friend Chela cracks me up every time because we were on a scavenger hunt and one of the tasks was to rub the head of a bald man....luckily we found a willing participant!








Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most.


Joseph has definitely been my rock whenever I am floundering.  To be specific, when I was tasked with the idea of changing jobs, Joseph was my prayer mate, my champion, my friend and companion...he helped me make the decision that has led me to where I am today.

My best friend Brittany came out of no where some 6 years ago.  I am so blessed to have her in my life.  She is the first person I go to with all of my girl talk and relationship talk.  I feel like I can tell her anything and she will help me through it without judgment. 














Day 10 - A picture of someone you see yourself marrying/being with in the future

I'm not going to post a picture on this one, because it doesn't apply to me....since I'm already married and there's a few pictures of him in this post!  Love you Joseph!

Okay - I'm all caught up!  Hopefully I'll keep up with it better -- no promises!

What is this time of year really about?

I took a little break from my 30 day posts - days 3 & 4 are below.

The true meaning of Christmas is to celebrate that our Lord and Saviour was born to a virgin mother and put on this earth for the sole reason to save us from our sins.  Christian's are on earth for the sole purpose to show the love of Christ to others so they will come to know the Lord.  I will be the first one to admit that this is not always an easy task for me.  I try to show the love of Christ in my everyday actions, but being human and all, I do fall short of the glory of God. 

In saying all of that, when the idea came up at work to help sponsor of family in need this Christmas season, I was totally on board, and Joseph too I might add.  It really got me thinking that I am so glad we have all decided not to give gifts to each other and pour everything we can into things that this family needs and wants.  It also makes me happy that my extended family decided several years ago to draw names instead of 15 people buying gifts for everyone.  That gives us the chance to use that extra money to put towards those who need it more than we do.

This family is a single mother is a victim of domestic violence who has 3 kids, 2 boys and a girl.  They are living in an apartment with a $400 rent and mom makes $480 a month.  Recently their electricity was turned off and it's in the 30s and 40s at night here.  So we have about 15 people from 2 different firms getting together and donating money to her electric account and buying food and clothes, donating used clothes, blankets, dishes, pots and pans.....basically covering all "staples" and immediate needs.  In addition to the "needs" the family has, we are also gathering things that the children want for Christmas so that they have something to open on Christmas morning.  We also got a new pre-lit Christmas tree and ornaments.  I can't tell you how amazing this is!  Everyone is fully on board.  I am truly glad that we will be able to bless this family.

Please pray that this family will be able to stay warm and healthy during this winter season.

Days 3 & 4

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show....

I may go from one show to the other, but there really will not be another show that will ever be as good as FRIENDS...it's just not possible. 

Day 04 - A picture of your night.
So happy to be doing exactly what I'm doing tonight...and so happy that I don't have something else to do tonight!

Just me and Piper hanging out watching Beauty and the Beast and goofing around on the Internet.  Sounds like a WONDERFUL night to me!  And I'm sure Piper loves having her mommy home during hours that she's not asleep!

Day 2

Day 02 - A picture of the person you've been closest to the longest....

That would be my parents.  Even as an adult, married and living on my own, I am still very close to my parents.  I am very blessed to have loving and supporting people in my life.

30 Day Blog Challenge - Why not jump on the bandwagon

I got this from my friend Brittany's blog --- I didn't have anything to post about, so thought I would try this....we'll see if actually keep it up.


Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts.

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest.

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show.

Day 04 - A picture of your night.

Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory.

Day 06 - A picture of somewhere you've been.

Day 07 - A picture that shows your true self.

Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh.

Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most.

Day 10 - A picture of someone you see yourself marrying/being with in the future.

Day 11 - A picture of something you hate.

Day 12 - A picture of something you love.

Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist.

Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without.

Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die.

Day 16 - A picture of you and your friends.

Day 17 - A picture of your biggest insecurity.

Day 18 - A picture of your favorite place.

Day 19 - A picture of a habit you wish you didn't have.

Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel.

Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget.

Day 22 - A picture that confuses you.

Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book.

Day 24 - A picture of something you crave a lot.

Day 25 - A picture of you last year and how you've changed since then.

Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you.

Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member.

Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of.

Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile.

Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss.

15 things:

1.  I was born on November 19 and almost died during child birth and my mom and I had to stay in the hospital during Thanksgiving.

2.  I'm not a huge sport fanatic, but if I have to choose a favorite sport to watch on TV, it's football, but if I have to choose a favorite sport to go to, it's basketball.

3.  I love listening to books on CD, and lately, reading books, such as Pride and Prejudice spin-offs.

4.  I love the TV series Friends, but not as much as Brittany - as proved in her blog about 15 things.

5.  Troy Aikman is my favorite Cowboys quarterback of all time, Emmit Smith is my favorite Cowboys running back of all time (this one is for Joseph).

6.  My favorite color is red.

7.  I'm addicted to anything having to do with the Harry Potter series and the Twilight series.

8.  My top 5 favorite TV shows of all time are:  Friends, Felicity, Charmed, Grey's Anatomy and Gilmore Girls.

9.  I only recently jumped on the iTunes bandwagon.

10.  I love anything having to do with weddings.

11.  I cry every time I watch any Nicholas Sparks movie.

12.  I can talk in an British accent and can carry out a conversation.

13.  One Disney character I have to have my photo with when I go to Disney World - Ariel from the Little Mermaid - if she's there.

14.  My cat's name is Piper and she is named after the middle sister in the TV series Charmed.
 
15.  The household chore that I hate the most (above cleaning the toilet bowl) is putting the clean clothes away.