Confessions of an Anxious Heart

I have decided to participate in a ladies Bible study at my church that meets on Tuesday mornings. Yesterday was our first day. As I sat there waiting for things to start- I was reminded of the first day of school. So many people you don't know, so many anxieties- will I make any friends, do I have anything in teeth, what of nobody "likes" me... Likely you remember all of these too. Why were they coming to mind after years and years of being out of school- I was feeling them all over again. The first day is always so awkward and I always feel like I don't quite fit in. Everybody seemed to know each other and have a "buddy."
Regardless- I have made a commitment to go and prepare to hear from the Lord. I know He is going to do amazing things through the study- why else would Satan be trying so hard to get me not to go back?

Running buddy

Some of you know that I am not a runner. I love swimming but running is not my thing :) but... one of my fiends asked of I wanted to train for a 5k with her. My response - sure :). I have always wanted to run a 5k. So we are in week 4. I am proud of our progress. I love the time to chat about mothering, life and the Word. If you don't have one- find a running buddy and train - it will be fun - I almost promise :)

I pinned it... I did it... Does it work ?

I really love pinterest.com :) you can learn a lot of cool thing, see a lot of cool projects and recipes and DIY everything :)
This morning I tried one of my pins
- getting white toenails
You put a mixture of baking soda and peroxide on your nails for 5 mins then rinse off
I put a picture of my toes with the paste sitting- I even left it on longer for good measure.
Did it work??
NO- there is no "after" picture because I don't want to post an ugly picture of my feet but my nails look exactly the same as before I put the paste on
This is a project I think you can skip :)

Next book off the nightstand and in my hands...

Bring up Boys
Already in love with this book. I have already laughed out loud and said "oh boy!!" love the quote I highlighted - keep them alive :) can I get an Amen from other moms of boys!!

12 month visit

4 immunizations, toe prick, blood drawn from arm and one TB test ... a 12 month visit for little man after living in China = tears, Tylenol and lots of loving from Mommy!! But after it all he still had some goofiness :)

He is doing great in height, weight and growth.
Words he can say - mama, dada, bear bear and no no :)
I asked the doctor "is there anything I can do to help him have some 'still' time ... I mean he is go go all the time"
Much to my delight she said "nope - he's a boy. It's normal."

Love him more and more. So thankful for his energy, smiles and pure silliness :)

Brisk morning

Love love love the fall weather this morning!!
We left all of our cool weather clothes in China mostly because they were stretched and "China-fide"
So I'm keeping warm this morning with a cup of Good Earth :)

Ready for Fall

About this time of year I start longing for fall- cooler weather, leaves changing colors, pumpkins, the State Fair etc... The list literally could go on and on!
This morning, I am enhancing my longing by burning a "sugar pumpkin" candle and drinking a homemade vanilla cinnamon latte (really its just coffee with vanilla creamer and cinnamon sprinkled on top but I am using my imagination ;)

What is your favorite part of fall?