-The month started out on a bad foot with my air conditioning breaking in the house....in 90+ weather. Ya, not so much fun. Especially since I had to live without any A/C whatsoever for a week. Yuck. Unfortunately, due to complications with Nick's Bronco & the ladder to the attic, it is still not fixed, but it's in the works!
- The beginning of the month involved driving from Texas to California with my awesome brother and dogs. It was a pretty uneventful drive, which was good. Everyone was amazed that we did it in 2 days, but it was only 20 hours. Not so bad.
- I met my adorable new nephew, Luke, got to do Vacation Bible School with my nephew, Danny & hung out with niece Katie! I've been lucky enough to spend a bunch of time with my sister and her family and help out. And I've gotten a bunch of really cute pictures too!
- I decided to quit my job, and put in my notice. My principal was really cool about it and I have not regretted the decision. I'm not entirely sure what I'm going to do next, but I'm just going to see where God leads me. And there is definitely not any rush with Nick coming home for R&R and then "for good" soon after that!
- Had a good 4th of July with the fam and saw some sweet fireworks!
- Have done a bunch of dog training (2 sessions with a trainer) and am way impressed at how well-behaved my dogs are getting! So far we've mostly just worked on my authority, and getting them to do what I tell them to do, but some of their problem areas (separation anxiety, barking, jumping) are getting better too! I don't know if Nick will even recognize our boys when he comes home!
- Went to the Rainbow Sandals outlet and got 2 pairs for me (I couldn't decide!) & one pair for Nick. Love them! Unfortunately, mine need to be broken in some because they gave me some sweet blisters. But I still looooove Rainbows!!!
- Went to an early 4th of July BBQ with my grandparents. I need to go eat lunch with them again soon! They are awesome & I love them to death. I think my gramma's hip is healing up pretty well too (she broke it in 4 places, ouch!).
- Have been to In-n-Out Burger (only the best burger place EVER!!!) 5 times since I've been home! Not quite as impressive as when Nick and I went 10 times in 2 weeks, but not too shabby either.
- Got to hang out with some old friends and stay up waaaay too late (for me at least!). It was great catching up and I hope to get to hang out with them again soon!!!
-Otherwise I've just had a lot of downtime hanging out at my parent's house with the dogs!
Countdowns: 58% done with the deployment (on the downhill slide...)
77% of the way to R&R!!! (ALMOST THERE!!!)
Deployment Goals
Get in shape- I can't say I've worked out every single day (hey, I'm on vacation!), but I'm doing alright, and at least haven't gained weight (surprising considering all the In-n-Out Burger!)
Dog training- Obviously this goal has been really successful this month due to the professional dog trainer that is helping me out! I feel like we've made major strides though, it's awesome!
Go to church every week- I think I missed one Sunday (right after my drive), but I've been going with my brother to his church on Sunday nights. Oh, and I started watching a sermon podcast that Nick is going through with his Bible study in Iraq
Cook 2 new meals each month- I'm going to kind of cheat on this one. I definitely made one meal, but just watched my mom make another one. I had my brother teach me how to make guacamole since he is a master. Mmm, so good! And then I watched my mom make Hasty Hots, which is basically bread with a yummy mayo & garlicy topping. But they're so easy I could probably make them in a second.
Read a new book each month- I finished Harry Potter 5 & 6 this month. Ya, I've had a lot of downtime. I'm debating reading Twilight next...I know a lot of people have said it's really good, but I don't know. I feel as though I should resist the urge
Get on a Budget- Ya, the only thing I'm really spending money on here is gas (sooo expensive!), so not a problem!
Dog training- Obviously this goal has been really successful this month due to the professional dog trainer that is helping me out! I feel like we've made major strides though, it's awesome!
Go to church every week- I think I missed one Sunday (right after my drive), but I've been going with my brother to his church on Sunday nights. Oh, and I started watching a sermon podcast that Nick is going through with his Bible study in Iraq
Cook 2 new meals each month- I'm going to kind of cheat on this one. I definitely made one meal, but just watched my mom make another one. I had my brother teach me how to make guacamole since he is a master. Mmm, so good! And then I watched my mom make Hasty Hots, which is basically bread with a yummy mayo & garlicy topping. But they're so easy I could probably make them in a second.
Read a new book each month- I finished Harry Potter 5 & 6 this month. Ya, I've had a lot of downtime. I'm debating reading Twilight next...I know a lot of people have said it's really good, but I don't know. I feel as though I should resist the urge
Get on a Budget- Ya, the only thing I'm really spending money on here is gas (sooo expensive!), so not a problem!
Prayer Requests
- For time to go by a little bit faster. Nick and I are both really ready for him to come home, and the whole deployment is just wearing on both of us.
- Praise that Luke is doing so well at home and for the best possible scenario with his development
- For time to go by a little bit faster. Nick and I are both really ready for him to come home, and the whole deployment is just wearing on both of us.
- Praise that Luke is doing so well at home and for the best possible scenario with his development
- Healing for my gramma's hip (she's doing really well considering!)
- Making sure God is the center of our marriage and relationship
- The safety of Nick and his platoon
- One of Nick's guys currently has kidney stones, so relief from the pain for him, and that they would pass quickly
Upcoming Events
- A couple of visits to the in-laws, yay!!!
- My A/C finally getting fixed
- Spending more time with my family & friends in lovely California
- More In-n-Out Burger
- And, of course, R&R coming up in September!!!
- My A/C finally getting fixed
- Spending more time with my family & friends in lovely California
- More In-n-Out Burger
- And, of course, R&R coming up in September!!!
3 comments:
I was hesitant about picking up the Twilight series but ended up loving it. It is a very easy read. It was suggested to me by a friend that was an English major and is a literary snob. I figured if she liked it it had to at least be well written. I totally recommend it and you can borrow my books if you like. I actually listened to the first one on my drive home to see if I thought I would like them enough to keep reading.
Two things I really wish they had in NC...Rainbow outlets and In-n-Out burger! Congrats on another month down!
You're getting closer and closer! R&R is right around the corner for you! That's so exciting!
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