Show me the Money!!

Talk about God bringing into your life the people you need to achieve your dreams!!! Today a woman walked into the store who owns the counseling office down the street. Before she left I was compelled to ask her if she knew what I would need to do to become a Life Coach. Here, she has one of her own who she sees on a regular basis. She is getting me her name and number so that I can find out where she received her training. WHOOOO HOOOOO! So excited that this is coming together so much faster than I could have ever imagined! Once I start my new job...probably next week...I will be saving money for lots of upcoming events and things I could really use; schooling, a newer vehicle, and mini beach vacations.

I may have gone months maybe even years without buying new stuff for myself and through it I have learned to live and appreciate what I have. I used my money for top priority items only and stopped wasting it on fast food and lots of clothing with sneakers being the only thing I bought for myself when they wore out. I will work for what I want, even if the pay isn't the greatest. I knew my time was coming to actually make some decent money and use it to further my education and save for the future. The time is NOW! It is written in the stars and I am willing to do what it takes!! So, bring on the money baby! I am ready to work!

I completed my 5x5 Summer Mini Album today....I love it! I am teaching this class in July at the store. So excited to get back into teaching.

Walking Diego this morning I started to think of my grandmother. The vision of walking into her house right after she passed just popped into my head. I was so disappointed that almost the entire family was present when she passed and I wasn't. I know...selfish me. As I was thinking this a cardinal made an appearance....but it was only one. I thought, "How awesome would it be for her to show me now as I am thinking about her that she is with me?" A few blocks later another cardinal made an appearance in the grass next to me. Of course I keep looking for cardinal #2. The cardinal flew off into a tree across the street. Before I could blink another cardinal flew into the same tree and met with the first one. The tears just started rolling down my face as I thanked her and expressed how much I miss her. I told her that I know I will see her again but it will be so much faster in time for her then it would for me. It made me so happy that she came through for me once again. I hope she never gets tired of it.

What I am thankful for today:
signs
the unconditional love my grandmother gave to me
my children
meeting with Pastor tomorrow
God
my pets
my family
laughter
love
new customers
my awesome, amazing, fabulous friends!!
The Center
my blogs
the sun
new Stampin Up! stuff for the store
new retail that Erika just got for the store...cannot wait!!
Shawn
teaching again
time with my friends and family
ice water
swimming
the gym
clean sheets
flowers flowers everywhere!
my new Active 2 KNECT game
my clothes being too big!!
energy
spiritual growth
knowing that negativity is a waste of energy
forgiveness
trust honesty
my health
coffee
my new music on my MP3 player (thank you Jennifer)
music
smiles
happiness
the power to change your mood
rainbows

Happy happy happy!!

All I can say is that I am so happy. Things with Gavin are looking up and he is currently having a blast with his cousin Justin who is going to sleep over tonight. Zachary is here watching Garfield with me and Makenna is getting ready for bed. I love hearing the kids laughing and playing.

Erika is at my store while the crazy 5-midnight crop is going on. They are enjoying wings, sloppy joes, apple pie and lots of other goodies!! Looked yummy when I was there. And Mesha's homemade salsa was sooo delicious! I had to try it before I left. I love my customers, their creativity, their loyalty and their awesome positive spirits!

Erika and I had a blast with our store meeting today, poolside. Makenna and Allison played forever in the pool. I got a nice sun burn. Day was soooo good! I actually started out breaking my mile run record this morning at the gym. I ran one mile in 7.33. The fastest I have ever run was 7.54. YAY! I was able to pound out 4.5 miles in 35 minutes...that includes the cool down. Must say I impressed myself. (And, Heather.. she was making faces at me saying I was so focused that I needed to smile.) Believe me, I was smiling all day!

My mom and I have been having lots of heart to heart chats. She mentioned how proud she is of me for standing my ground with Gavin and not giving into his selfishness. I know he will outgrow this. Hopefully it will be soon. I love how close my mom and I have gotten. She is one of my best friends. Well, I am headed to my baby's. We are going to enjoy some ice cream out by the fire on the deck under the stars.

What I am thankful for today:
ice cream
my cousins
my kids
Zachary
my pets
Erika
the store
my customers
the sunshiine
meetings by the pool
my dreams coming true
my new high tech cell phone
my family
breaking my running record
music
my health
laughter
the classes I am teaching in July
friendships
love
Shawn my best friend in the world!!
both Heathers
Jennifer G
my sister-in-law
my niece doing such a great job at her graduation
m upcoming career addition
food
ice water
coffee
the gym
imspiration
hope
my life
the chance to change anything we want, do anything we want, and be anything we want to be

So Much To Say

Sitting here watching Fabulous Cakes with the kids, it amazes me that they can pretty much make anything a cake. Gavin actually mentioned that he would love to design these cakes someday. Future Cake Boss? Guess we will see.

My thing for today was to change my workout routine a bit. I also devoured Chips Ahoy cookies with milk, with the kids.I have not done that in years! I guess watching TV with the kids is a new thing for me too. Normally we are listening to music. I also left on Extreme Couponing only to see Jeremy actually salivate...LOL! We all know how he is with sales. So I guess I did a few different things today...LOL!

My friend Annie met me at my store today. I got to see Abby who was only a few months old when I saw her last. Now she is 1. I love Annie. She is one of my favorite people. Her daughter just laughs and laughs, she is the sweetest thing!

I just signed up myself for being in charge of our VBS crafts. I am looking forward to it again this year. I think my niece and nephew will be joining my kids this year.


This Friday our Memorial Picnic Crop from 5-midnight is full again!! So excited. And Memory Lane is closing as of July. Sally told me that she was there this past weekend and people were actually talking about my store!! WHOOO HOOOO! She heard them say how awesome our crops are. Guess we are doing something right! See what happens when you turn your passion into your hobby? Now I am still trying to find info on Life Coaching. I cannot wait for the venture to start. I will be patient though since I know it will happen when the time is right.

At church yesterday Pastor asked us if we have ever done a maze before or even walked through a maze. She said our lives are very much like going through a maze. We hit road blocks and have to make a decision on which way to go. If you find a $20 bill, are you going to keep it or try to find the person who lost it? If you borrow someone's stuff, will you keep it or return it? Will you steal, or won't you? Will you choose to stay faithful in a committed relationship or not? Will you choose to be happy or angry? She said that we will make the right choice if we are allowing God to guide us. Are you listening to Him? Are you choosing the right path? So glad that God is the center of my world. He has not lead me wrong, once.

Tomorrow night is the live final episode of Biggest Loser. Can't wait to see my baby and watch it with him. Heading to bed early tonight, missing my Googly Bear. But I am thankful for the time I get to spend with him.

Today I am thankful for:
the wonderful time at the zoo this past Saturday
listening to the thunder outside
my friends
my family
my pets
my kids
Shawn
the time we get together
church
ice water
coffee
inspiration
creativity
house full of groceries and clean laundry
my neighbors
happiness
goals
dreams
moments with my besties
summer on the way
scrapbooking
full classes
new teachers
Sally starting to teach again....YAY!!
VBS
new clothes
music
being able to work out 5 times a week!
Zumba
love love love

A Scrappy and Peaceful Day

Today I thought I was stuck at home with Makenna not being able to venture out because our car seat was left in Jeremy's car. Then I get a text message from Jennifer G who wants to know if I am up for some craftiness. YES!!!!!!!!! She brought Jess over today to play with Makenna as her an I engaged in our HIS Challenge for June. So glad I was able to find that picture of my dad and I at my wedding. Having Jennifer here made the rainy dreary day a very sunny productive one.

When she left I managed to whip out my submission for the Scrapping the Music Challenge. I love the pictures from Mother's Day and the lyrics to the song were amazing. Here is what I came up with.....

After a good night with the family at Clara and Bryce's K-Kids Graduation, I was able to spend some quality time with Shawn. Ghost Adventures was on all evening which always is a good thing. I felt like I haven't seen him in forever and it has only been two days. I thank God for his patience and understanding with my current situation. We make the best of the time we have together. So glad he loves me enough to wait.

It was a good day. And, I am so thankful that I manage to get to spend so much time with my family and my children. I am enjoying my scrappy time since it isn't often I get to have any....especially with friends. Tomorrow will be a good day too. Erika and I are headed to the Scrapbooking Expo in New Jersey. Then when we get back my children and I are going to the zoo with some family members. I am so excited.

What I am thankful for today:
time
friends
money
laughter
being in the arms of my baby
my children
love
blue skies
being drama mama free
Diane....always making sure I am ok
challenges
scrapbooking
the zoo
animals
my pets
coffee
butter pecan ice cream
memories of my childhood
the gym
my parents
my gardens
my store
Erika
Jennifer G
Jamie
my health
the health of my loved ones
peace
serenity