Back from the beach.....

I just finished up having a great vacation with my family! We went to South Carolina and stayed in Myrtle Beach. I have decided or I should say confirmed that the beach atmosphere is my truest form of happiness. I become so calm, and worry free when I am at the beach it's almost scary how different I feel just by being there. So now I am thinking should my next 'big' move be to the beach? Or should I plan to buy a beach property and plan to live there in the near future? Oh to be at the beach all the time! There are no words that can express how good the beach is for me, and the way I feel during my time visiting.

Loving the beach, any beach!

I am thankful!

Good Evening ~

I am jotting down a few thoughts on just being grateful! I have heard so many people complaining and unhappy with what they really have or in their eyes what they don't have. And, truly if you can get up every morning, start your day with good thoughts, and count every blessing that you have what can be so wrong in your life?

I am so very happy for my family, friends, and all the experiences that I have everyday. Good, bad, and anything in between makes me who I am, and continues to keep me grounded.

What am I thankful for this week?

1. Sunday, Brett's message was a great start to the week! God, has been wonderful in my life!
2. Monday, Waking up and being able to go to work. Coming home to a fabulous family that is full of love, and happiness!
3. Tuesday, Spent the day with one of the Best Leader/Mentor. Mom, was able to pick up J, and they were home with big SMILES, and HUGS when I got home!
4. Wednesday, Went to dinner with the family and had dessert at Starbucks!

And, many more thank yous for the week:

• Working at home for one day
• Doing hair for a great family
• Looking forward to the races on Saturday with my Hubby
• Helping my BFF with her mail pick up when she is on vacation

Life is Good!

Where's the snow?

I am looking forward to the snow that is on its way! I planned to have plenty of food to eat, books to read, and crafts to do for everyone in the family. Well here are late afternoon and we are still waiting. I think I'm more excited than the kids! I want to curl up with a good book get under a cozy blanket watch the snow fall and just relax. I love the feeling that I get from sitting inside and watching it snow. There is something calming, and peaceful for me when I can sit back not worry about going anywhere and just watch the snow fall. Being "snowed-in" makes for great family time, and good times. Oh, please let it snow soon!

An Attitude of Graditude

It is Saturday night and this week is coming to end. Tomorrow will kick off another new week of To Do's, Have To's, and Get To's. But before that starts I wanted to stop and think of the good things and blessing that went on this past week.

1. I started FPU on Sunday. And, have high hopes that this is the ticket I need for reaching (or at least starting) my financial goals!
2. I was able to coach two employees on reaching new professional goals for themselves!
3. I attended 2 middle school basketball games to see Austin play.
4. I found out that Austin has all As, and Bs in school.
5. I watched Jocelyn play for hours, and use her imagination to the fullest!
6. Seeing Jocelyn's facial expressions makes me laugh ( and I am similing now thinking about them) :0)
7. Steve, gave me lots of HUS, and kisses this for no reason at all
8. Steve started cooking dinner one night when I was running late with the kids
9. I talked to my Mom and Dad more than normal
10. I am surrounded by great friends that would do anything for me

Life is good. I just need to slow down, and see the little things that mean so much to me.

Here is to another great week ahead, Cheers!

HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LUVnLIFE Kickoff (again)

My intentions with this blog is to journal motivating, and positive messages. My hope is that when you take time to read the posting that it will be uplifting, make you smile a little bigger, and add a little pep to your step even if it is just one moment, second, or better yet the whole day! I hope you enjoy reading my blog. HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The 2 reasons I breathe

I want to introduce you to the two reasons that I breathe everyday! The two children in this picture are my inspirations. Austin, is almost 13, and Jocelyn is 4 1/2. I wake up and hope they make the best choices everyday, and pray that they will always know what is best. When I slow down, listen, and watch there is so much to learn from both kids it is amazing. Austin, can reason ideas, thoughts, and actions. And at almost 13 I can have an adult-like conversation with him and he understands. He will also give his view of a situation and explain why he feels the way he does. It is amazing how at such a young age he really has a good head on his shoulders. I can only pray and trust that he will continue to make good choices, and a level head in the years to come.
And, then there is Jocelyn. Have you ever stopped to listen to a young child use their imagination to the fullest of their ability? WOW through her eyes I have been to castles, grocery stores, and Alaska. I have danced, played in the rain, and went down a swirl-twist-hilly slides. She dances all over all the time. She sings at the top of her lungs without a care in the world. She has reminded me of being care, and worry free. She has never met a stranger and if she knows you she will always say a prayer for you and your family. And, if you have children she will always want to call and go for a play date. Thank you Austin, and Jocelyn for providing me the breathe of fresh air through your eyes! I love you both so very much.

2009 has started!! January, is a month of getting it together, focusing on the year ahead, and relaxing after the busy Holiday Season. To start the year off in a positive direction I have started a journal to list my goals and how I am going to move towards making them happen. I am not a fan of making false or misleading resolutions that can set me up to fail. The resolution ideas are good for some, but for me if I fail at a resolution it makes me feel as if I failed in life. And, that is just not a feeling that I need in addition to all of the other life things we have going on. So, I just make goals. And, as long as I take action towards the goals that I have set for myself I feel the wins of accomplishments. After this post I am going to put together a list of goals that I am currently working on, and others that I will start to move in the direction of accomplishment! I am looking forward to a great year for myself, my family, and friends. Have a great 2009!