Updates..

I have been going back and forth for a few months. I've had the desire to blog and yet, no time. Things have been pretty crazy but tonight, call me nostalgic or just bored- I felt the desire to blog again.


To catch up, I'm working as a preschool teacher- a job which I find both incredibly challenging and incredibly amazing. The kids I work with are truly rewarding and teach me even more than I think I teach them- even though on some occasion that lesson is patience.

Seth and I are coming up on our 4 year anniversary. I can't believe that. Time flies. Sparks fade, and the love is still there. He's my best friend..

I'm working on my Masters degree. I'm about one year done. Two more to go. It is by far one of the most challenging things I've ever done.


However, I am feeling overwhelmingly blessed. Even as I sit here with a shirt Carter has stained, laundry waiting to be finished, and a bathroom sink that desperately needs to be cleaned- I can't help but have a smile.

Today we had to fix a flat tire on our second car... Doesn't sound like something many would be thankful for, but I am. I'm thankful that we have a second car to help on nights when I have school our when our schedules conflict. I'm thankful that we had a little spare cash to just go and put a new tire on. This is something that not many people have.. and I'm thankful.

My little boy turns 2 this week. I can't believe I have a two year old- and I am so proud of him. He knows all of his numbers and letters and has begun working on his shapes and colors. He amazes me every day, but more than that- he inspires me.

On days where I'm feeling particularly cruddy, or where I'm overwhelmed with the stress of school and work, his face comes to mind and I am reminded that I'm doing it all for him. I want to provide the best for him. On days where I'm just plain grumpy, he always does something silly and makes me feel better. His awe of the world and excitement for the little things is nothing short of inspirational, and I couldn't be more thankful.

I'm so in love with my life, even when I fall out of like with it. Things get hard but it is important to remember the little things.