Now is perfect

I am just really enjoying my life. God has blessed us with a beautiful house, and recently, means to begin decorating that house. I'm enjoying this time off from work after a tough first year. But mostly I just feel really good with where I'm at in everything. I wouldn't have it any other way. Don't get me wrong, I'm not complacent or at a standstill. But I am definitely loving where I am right now. Patrick and I are continuing to grow together in love. I must say I love this relationship called marriage. Not just because I like the idea, but because I'm getting to know the person I love most everyday in a different way. It's really quite remarkable. And boy do we have fun! We go out on dates, go tubing, camping, to the movies, road trips, all kinds of stuff! Having fun in marriage is important I think. It's not worth it to let these precious moments go by without enjoying them! Who knows when you'll get thrown a curve ball.

Why all the sentimental feelings? Well...I just finished that wedding scrapbook (the past) and last night I heard of another friend getting pregnant (hopefully my future someday)...and I think, right now in this moment-this is the perfect time and perfect place for me. It's perfect. Tessa actually reminded me of this the other day. I had a status posted on Facebook that said, "I have a knot in my stomach when I think about having to go back to work soon. Is that normal?" Tessa, being a veteran teacher and a friend said, "This year will be better. God has you there for a reason! You are needed in that place." And that comment made me think how right she is. I am here for a reason. I am in this place for a reason. And as I reread that statement, it actually made me smile because I know that God knows best. Thank you Lord for knowing me better than I know myself, and for blessing me with so much. Amen.
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On a different note, I needed to post these pictures of the dogs. Every time I walk into the kitchen they're sitting patiently for me, waiting for any food that might drop. One night I was washing some cherries and had a brilliant idea...







maybe I'll have my dogs dress up as Rudolph for Halloween this year :o)