Good Morning Procrastination!

So basically I need to be studying right now and I am blogging instead...
It's only nine and the series below is definitely meant to be written at the end of a day so bear with me. Some of it is future projections :)

something i accomplished today: Took my Intro to Law test (and aced it!)

something i screwed up today: Too early to tell...hopefully not the test!

something fun i did : Slept in for 1/2 an hour

something yummy i ate today: granola/almond milk

something i read today: So far the bible and my devo, "Jesus Calling"

a tv show or movie i watched today: Missed Lost last night, will watch tonight on Tivo

something i did today that i hardly ever do: Bought plane tix to FLA to see S&B!

something i did today that i do every day: Took a shower....it's still early

something i am thankful for right now: My incredible friends in our community group

When God says No. (and yes...)

For the past several months I've been praying and longing for 2 specific things. And I do mean specific...I am an obsessive kind of person, so I really formulate in my mind exactly what I expect to happen. I think this character flaw sets me up for a lot of disappointment and frustration. God is patient with me though. He is a good Dad.
Anyway, this week I simultaneously got an answer on both requests at the same time. Only 1 was Yes (including all the specific details, go God!) and the other was a pretty clear No. Or at least a "not now".
So I am in a weird place of feeling overjoyed and sad at the same time. It's the first time I can remember that I've experienced this, but it probably will not be the last. Oy. Life here in this broken world we live in can be so challenging. I am trying to figure out how to live peacefully in the midst of these challenges.
Holla if you feel me....
If this post was too melancholy and you're sitting somewhere that no one will see you drool, I recommend viewing this for a little "pick me up".

Life after Mmm-bop

My husband knows them. And I totally wish he could have talked them into putting me in this video...
http://www.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=music.videos&videoId=104317949

Blatant copycat

I saw this on someone else's blog. Someone I don't even know! But I like the idea so I am copying it -

something i accomplished today: Finished my ethics questions for paralegal class

something i screwed up today: Dressed too warm for the weather

something fun i did : met my sweet friend Kimber for coffee

something yummy i ate today: Vidalia Onion relish on a sandwich

something i read today: Intro to Personal Injury and Torts

a tv show or movie i watched today: The Middle!! two episodes in a row

something i did today that i hardly ever do: Walked my dog in the rain (w/umbrella)

something i did today that i do every day: turned up Pandora loud and sang/danced while I did housework

something i am thankful for right now: God's promises, faithfulness, and forgiveness

Copied and modified from katieshobbie.wordpress.com.

The Fam

Dustin and I spent Easter with my family. This is the first time in a long while that we'd been able to get down to West Palm. And the first time in an even longer while that we had a family party that didn't end with tears or frustration for someone. I am SO SO SO thankful for the time we shared. God has really blessed us.
My grandmother told me once that family is the adhesive of life. At the time I thought it was an antiquated idea. But the older I get the more I realize she is right. Without my family I don't feel like my truest self.
Thank you Father that these relationships have been restored.
Happy Easter everyone!

Small Pleasures

My sister inspired this activity. It's very therapeutic -
My list of 20 small pleasures to enjoy everyday:
1. Eating when I'm hungry (not exactly a radical concept I know, but it's new to me )
2. TIVO!! No commercials, watch on demand, I could go on and on...
3. The hilarious and often very sweet actions of my drama students
4. Hip-hop radio. I love a good beat to get me "dancing" in my car
5. Soundtracks from Musicals
6. Air Wick scented oil air fresheners in my home
7. Sitting in a coffee shop and journaling or studying
8. Learning all the fascinating details about Law. It's infinite.
9. Talking my husbands ear off about the fascinating details about Law
10. Walking my crazy dog on a beautiful day
11. My kitty curling up in my lap and licking my hand. She is so sweet!
12. Reading my sisters blog.
13. Texting my friends and family to let them know how much I love them.
14. A nice hot shower
15. Aromatherapy. Currently into lavender.
16. Greta, Ashley, Sarah, and Ellen
17. My best friend who is also my husband
18. God's presence being fullness of joy
19. Rising above my circumstances because of God's grace and help
20. Quick Trip coffee selection. I love making my special concoction!

I'm ba-aack...

Wonder of wonders! I actually decided to post. Think I might just get back into blogging for a minute.
They're gonna be short and sweet so don't get too excited. Today's is a list of 3 -
1. I heart Trader Joes. Oh they make my life so easy! Currently in the fridge I have (cooked) all natural chicken breast, gourmet burritos, buffalo burgers, salmon en croute, panko breaded tilapia, spinach, haricot verts, and some awesome turkey meatballs. All just waiting to be heated and consumed. Thank you Lord for cheap all natural convenience food.
2. I am surrendering. Today I am giving every moment of my life over to Jesus. I have to be able to trust Him with everything or I will never be able to truly LIVE. I am tired of just surviving. With me in control, things ain't too great so I'm turning it over to Him.
3. Hooray for Spring! Almost as beautiful as fall but not quite. Nothing compares to fall but I digress...I am thrilled to see the sun and green grass again.
Signing off from Atl. My favorite hip hop radio station here in hot-lanta says"This is Atlanta Shorty!!" I'll leave you with that :)