Small Graces #7

Haven't done one of these in a while. Apparently I'm incapable of sticking to ANYTHING! haha oh well, here goes :)

1. Work is going very well. I'm usually exhausted by the end of the day, but it's well worth it to know I won't be broke all summer long!
2. I finally got to sleep in for the first time in a couple of weeks. I was completely drained, so I really needed it.
3. George is doing well on his meds. He hasn't had any side effects that I have seen to it, and he feels a little more solid than before. Hopefully that means he put on some weight. I will let you know next Friday when I take him to the vet.
4. Matthew and I spent yesterday evening with my family for my stepfather's birthday. We had a delicious dinner at Cheddars, and a little time at the mall before it closed. My stepbrother was in town from college, so it was good to get to see him too.
5. I finally was able to knock out some of my to-do list. I found a dress for the wedding I'm going to next weekend (although it needs some minor alterations) and a wedding present as well. I paid the bills, and gave George a bath. I'm so on a roll :)
   

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Small Graces #6

1. George is finally home with me. I love seeing him curled up on my bed passed out with his tongue hanging out. It has to be the most adorable thing I have ever seen in my life! And hearing him purr when I pet him or when I lay down at night makes everything in my world seem right.
2. Matthew is in the living room playing video games with his brother. I can hear them in there laughing at each other and enjoying our "new investment," the PS3 (I just wanted to be able to watch Twilight in High-def.....). I'm very happy that they are getting some "brother time!"
   
3. We have had beautiful weather over the past couple of days. I really hope it is here to stay! It's inspiring, and has motivated me to get some chores done.
4. When I looked out the window yesterday, I saw the most amazing sunset. I used the "sunset" option on my camera, and it really brought out the beautiful colors!
5. Hanh came over yesterday with a Bible and a ton of questions. I have been out of church for a while, but it felt wonderful to get back into the Word and help her out. I love seeing people find God... it always brings me to tears to think/talk about it (happy tears, not sad ones!). I love talking to people and explaining things that they don't understand, especially when it comes to a relationship with God. It has really made me reassess my life.
   

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Yesterday / Small Graces #5

Yesterday turned out to be a pretty good day. I haven't done a GIST post in a little while, so I'm going to incorporate that into this one since it was so great.

1.) I got to sleep in. Love it!!!

2.) The Bestie and I went to the mall for lunch and to have our make-up done for pictures. We had an appointment at Dillards for a professional artist to do it, but he got stuck in traffic (probably from Keeneland) and didn't make it in time. That was fine though, because the girls who did it were fantastic! We had a blast getting pampered, and I had never had my make-up done before. Definitely an experience I would want to do again.

3) The photographer who took my senior pictures came to Lexington to take our "college senior pictures." She did a great job with my H.S. pics, and everything is really inexpensive (which is great for a couple of college kids!) We had an amazing time and took pictures all over campus. I am very excited to see how they turned out!

4.) We had a gorgeous day to do all of this. It was a tad warm, but we stayed in the shade most of the time. I was so afraid that it was going to rain and we would not be able to take the pictures. So very happy that wasn't the case.

5.) After a couple of hours in the sun, I was able to come home to Matthew. We had a cat nap (that may have lasted 2 hours or so.... whoopsie...) and watched some television together while I helped him with his financial aid stuff. A great end to a great day!

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Small Graces #4

1. Running a participant through a different study today for the first time... and it actually going smoothly!
2. Spending the entire afternoon/evening with my love.
3. Watching all the cute things the little girl is learning to do.
4. Getting a reply from my UoL advisor saying she will meet me on Monday instead of on the 22nd.
5. Finally hearing back from my insurance company that the damage to my car is 100% covered!
   

That's it for tonight. I'm off to bed... lots to do tomorrow! Goodnight all :)

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Small Graces #3

1. Spent the morning with Mom and enjoyed a nice breakfast with her.
2. Got the quote to fix my car... one thing marked off my checklist
3. Having an unexpected visitor
4. Spending the evening with some girlfriends. Good food, good conversation, and good friends... doesn't get much better than that.
5. Watching House with my love :)

As for my unexpected visitor... I was watching a movie in my living room, when I noticed something moving outside on my patio. Since I live on the third floor, I figured it was a bird. A closer look made me realize I was wrong. I hurried to get my camera, and got a picture before it climbed up my swing and onto the roof. Sorry about the quality... I was afraid to open the door and scare it off.

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Small Graces #2

This picture was taken at Cove Springs in Frankfort
Again, here is yesterday's list. I figure better late than never :)

1. It was an amazingly beautiful day!
2. Finally washed my car. It looks great now.
   
3. Spending time with my mom driving around good ol Frankfort
4. Cove Springs and witnessing the beautiful artwork God gave us.
5. Spending time with other family and friends.

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Small Graces #1

I am trying something new. I found this networking site called Grace in Small Things. The goal is to post 5 positive things that have happened on any given day. If you want to give it shot, there is a badge on the sidebar under my 20sb badge :) I'm going to give yesterday's list because, well, I have not been awake long enough to come up with a good one for today...

1. Sleeping in
2. Masters Orientation with the bestie and meeting all kinds of cool people
3. Being one step closer to making my grad school decision
4. It was a beautiful afternoon, and I got to wear my super cool trench
5. Spending the evening with Matthew at the mall and the movies

So here is my list for yesterday! Sorry I haven't posted in a couple of days. I wasn't quite sure what to post. I do have a couple of questions that I need help with. I think I will give the poll app. a try, so keep your eyes open for that. Have a fantastic weekend!

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