I'm Finally Back....Or Trying to Be!

Hi Ladies!

I bet you're completely surprised by this post! I know, I know it's been such a long time and I am so sorry that I've been horrible at keeping in touch with you all. I do miss blogging and all of you ladies! You're wonderful!

So let me fill you in on all the craziness that has been going on.
First, my computer is FINALLY fixed! My husband and I have no idea what happened. Somehow, the main start-up/boot file disappeared and that prevented me from getting anywhere on my computer. Mackenzie worked so hard to try and fix it for me. It even got to the point where I had given up and came to the realization that I was going to loose ALL of my pictures. I was disappointed but had become at ease with this knowing, at least my wedding pictures and other important ones had been backed up.

So, Mackenzie said he was going to completely reinstall everything on my computer. He did ONE last check and guess what? He by a complete fluke, was able to save every one of my pictures!! Praise God! He does great things! I know it seems small, but pictures are so important to me....so many memories! I am so thankful to God and to my husband for all the work he did!

On to the next problem that has made it difficult to blog....
I work full-time as a Behavioral Support Specialist to kids who have behavioral/emotional disorders. I love my job but it is so exhausting! By the time I get home, I just want to relax. However, I am going to back to school to finish my Bachelor's degree. It is an all online program, which takes a lot of focus on my part. In addition to work and school, I'm trying to fit in time to spend with my husband, family, friends, and working on music! AGH!

I really enjoy blogging and I want to be back and consistent with my posts and visiting all of you! I've spent a lot of time, months even, thinking about what I should do. I've decided that I want to continue blogging!

Please be patient with me as I try to figure out a schedule that works. I'm planning on posting just a few days a week and visiting all of you as much as I can!

Here are a few pictures from our 1 year anniversary, this month! We spent the night at the coast and it was wonderful! I'll do another "update" post soon...with more pictures!

Thank you, Ladies, for your wonderful friendship and support!

Time for a Change!

I've been growing out my hair since before my wedding and have really been wanting a fresh start! I hear this is what many newly married women do...it must be a right of passage or something. So, I planned for a hair appointment on Tuesday afternoon.

I took a picture Tuesday morning to show you the "before"...

...And this is the "after"!
I had been wanting to do an a-line hairstyle for awhile now and felt that now was the time! My hairstylist also darkened it. I think the cut is perfect for spring and summer!

This picture is darker but it shows more of the a-line style. I really love it! I'm thinking I prefer the straightened look over the curly (I'll have to show you it curly later) but we'll see! What do you think?

Have a blessed day!

Celebration!

I got the job!! Praise God! Thank you so much to all of you who kept me in your thoughts and prayers on Tuesday. I found out this morning that they chose me for the position! Thank you thank you thank you, Lord!

The interview went really well on Tuesday. I was really nervous but was in prayer all day with God. I knew in my heart and trusted that if this position wasn't right for me, the Lord had another direction for me. I was ready for either option. I am really glad though that I get to further my career with this organization!

So as of today, my new title is Behavioral Support Specialist. In this position, I will be able to spend more one on one time with the children we work with and focus on helping them build stronger social skills. I will also be doing some home visits and get a chance to work more closely with their families. I'll be working longer hours but this new position really does help Mackenzie and I out financially.

I hope you all are having a wonderful week! I'm on my way over to check out your blogs now. Tomorrow, I'll be sharing a recipe for Twice Baked Potatoes!

My blogging friend Jen over at Following the Footsteps
has tagged me to participate in this great blog meme, called Only Eight!! So here we go, my list of EIGHT!!


8 Things I am Looking Forward to:

1. Finishing the remodeling/landscaping of our house!
2. Seeing my family (Mom and step-dad in summer/Dad, Step-Mom, Sister at Christmas)
3. WARM Weather
4. Finishing School
5. Traveling more
6. Improving my skills on the guitar
7. Camping with my hubby this Summer!
8. Becoming a Mom!

8 Things I Did Yesterday:

1. Went to work
2. Turned in my application to the Bible College
3. Talked with my sweet mother on the phone
4. Made dinner with my husband!
5. Ate delicious frozen yogurt!
6. Checked up on the blogs!
7. Cleaned the house
8. Hung curtains

8 Things I Wish I Could do:

1. Be closer to my family
2. Play the guitar...WELL!
3. Be a mom (All in God's time though! :) )
4. Travel more
5. Not procrastinate about working out and getting shape!
6. Be more crafty/creative
7. Get up earlier
   
8. Become a Behavioral Support Specialist at my job (I'm up for a promotion!)
   

8 Shows I Enjoy:

1. House Hunters
2. Jon and Kate Plus 8
3. Friends
4. ER
5. Myth Busters
6. Flip that House
7. Any Discovery Health show
8. Food Network Shows

8 people I tag:

1. Jen at Tatertots and Jello
2. Leah at Live Life Simply
3. Kari at Where My Treasure Is
4. Kathy at Welcome to Mimi's Garden
5. Sarah at Ten Years*One Girl*Two Boys
6. Tanya at Miller Racing Family
7. Megan at Infertile Myrtle
8. Molly at Shamrocks 4 Him

Thanks again Jen! Have fun ladies! Let me know if you end up doing the meme!

And because I like to have a picture in each post, here's one of Mackenzie and I at his parent's for our weekly/bi-weekly Sunday Dinner and a Movie!

Friend Making Monday

Today I'm joining Kasey at All that is Good for
Friend Making Monday

What is your blogger name?

Brittany

When is your birthday?
October 5th

How long have you been blogging?
December 16, 2008

Who tagged you?
Kasey, All that is Good

Tell me your five most favorite body parts. Seriously? This is an odd question
1. My hands
2. My Nails - I have long nail beds
3. My legs
4. My eyes
5. My hair

What do you wish most for your birthday?
To have a romantic dinner with my husband and go for a long, romantic walk. That's all I want.

What color are you nails right now?
Just natural right now

Have you had any depressing thoughts lately?
Yes, just mostly about our country and the financial state its in.
I know God though, that God is bigger than that and He will provide.

What’s your plan for the next month?
To exercise more, spend a lot of time outside, work on the landscaping of our home

At what age did you have your first crush?
Gosh....As far back as I can remember, was in 6th grade.
We dated for 2 years but it was really more like a best friend than a "dating" relationship!

Have you attended any school reunions?
Not yet! 5 more years to go until my 10 year!

Have you ever passed gas in public and pretended like you didn’t smell anything?
haha yes, I just quickly left the area! haha I'm sure everyone has done this at least once!!

Are you a clean freak?
Definitely! My husband thinks I'm a bit obsessed with keeping our house clean!

What era do you wish you were born in?
I like the one I was born into but it would be fun to be alive in the 1950's.

Are you a vegetarian?
Nope. I love meat!

How many pillows do you sleep with at night?
1 to 2

Are you a light sleeper or a heavy sleeper?
Light...I recently found that out when I got married. I hear everything and it drives me nuts!

Do you secretly wear granny panties when your man is not around?
I think we all have our own ideas of "Granny Panties"...so with the google search, I'm going to have to say NO

What is your ultimate dream job?
Be a stay at home mom! It would also be neat to be some kind of pastry chef! I love baking!

What does your husband do that annoys you the most?
First things first, my husband loves to make me laugh and he does a good job of it. However, he can be overly sarcastic at times (and he knows it) that's what gets to me!

What is your dream car?
Volvo XC90

Do you wake up easily in the morning?
Yeah right...I hit snooze about 5 times!

Do you like hairy men?
A little hair is alright but not too much.

How about a man with a goatee?
Doesn't bother me!

Which would you prefer: a two-hour spa massage, a two-hour Thai massage, or a two-hour foot massage?
Any massage works! But, I think I'd prefer the two-hour spa massage

Have you ever wished you had a different name?
If so, what name? Yeah when I was little I wished I had a different name...I don't remember what though

What is the most extreme sport you have ever done?
Swim Team...not too extreme

Do you prefer traveling in Europe or Asia?
I'd say Europe...although I've never been to Asia

What is your favorite food?
Italian

What is your most embarrassing moment while out on a date?
hmmm I actually can't think of one at the moment...I'm always pretty clumsy though. Tripping over things. That's probably as embarrassing as it gets!

Friend Makin Monday!

I've decided to join in on the fun for Friend Makin Monday. Go see Kasey's wonderful blog All That is Good, for more info!

This week, we're supposed to answer these questions:

My favorite book(s) is: The Bible, Redeeming Love, The Shack, Under the Overpass

I drive a: Buick (yes I know, definitely out of my age range! haha)

My favorite type of food to eat is: Italian

My favorite dessert is: Anything chocolate

My favorite movie is: Wow...my husband and I are big movie buffs but right now I'd have to say Fireproof! Such a great movie on marriage!

When I go to Starbucks I get a: Rasberry Mocha or Shaken Black Iced Tea with Vanilla

My favorite vegetable is: Broccoli or Green Beans

My favorite thing to wear is: dark jeans, dressy shirt, cute flats

My favorite color is: blue

I decorate my house in this style: I'd say I am a mix between classic and modern. A little bit of Pottery Barn and IKEA.

Right now I am reading: nothing right now...just finished The Shack and have yet to start something new!

If I could vacation anywhere I would go to: Australia or Scotland to see where my husband's ancestors lived.