Day #5.

Day #5: A picture of your favorite memory.

This one is hard. There are so many dear memories that come to mind and I have way too many pictures to choose from....so I am going to make an executive decision and change it to 'a picture of my favorite memory in the last year.

Okay, I think this may be doable.

Almost this time last year was my 23rd birthday and it was one of my favorite days: Sunday.

Every Sunday morning for the last two and a half years has been spent with an amazing group of girls that have been the biggest blessing in my life. So like any other Sunday, the day began with spending some time with them in the Word. And of course, a birthday breakfast. 

After worship and connection classes, I headed out to the parking lot and to my surprise, I came upon this:

 

Needless to say, I was shocked.

But it was a wonderful surprise.

I have amazing friends.

My 23rd was difficult, but oh so wonderful.

It's awesome how happiness works. 

It's totally a thing from God.

And my God is good.

And so was my birthday.

One awesome memory.

 I bet anything there's still tape in my windows.

Day #4.

Day #4: A picture of your night.

If you keep up with my blog you have seen this picture before. My night consists of writing. Almost every night, I climb into bed, surround myself with my multiple pillows and blankets and open this colorful book up and fill it with my thoughts, happenings and prayers. I've been writing in this one since September of 2009. I made a deal with myself that I could only go back and read if I was writing on the same day as last year. Sometimes I am able to go back and sometimes not, but it's a deal that keeps me and my heart safe. And it keeps me from staying up all night reliving journal-worthy moments. But nonetheless, my night is writing and sharing my heart with God. 

Day #3.

Day #3: A picture of the cast from your favorite show.

If you don't know what show this cast comes from then you and I are officially not friends anymore...just kidding! Full House. The best show I ever wasted time watching. I can remember being very little and watching it over, and over, and over. I love that you can still watch reruns of it and you can buy every season on DVD. You've never seen me so excited! It was and is a wonderful show and takes me back to a good time in my childhood. Who wouldn't want to live in the full house? 

Day #2.

Day #2: A picture of you and the person you have been close with for the longest.

This is Hannah. She was born when I was close to two and she was my best friend since the moment we met. I had no siblings yet and wouldn't ever have a real sister, but we instantaneously clicked and spent time together whenever we could. I remember endless days of playing American Girl dolls, sleepovers, and summers in the dollhouse. We would make mud pies, pretend to be mermaids and she even taught me how to swim. Every single family get-together we would both bring an over night bag, knowing someone would go home with the other. We have always been closer than close and she means the absolute world to me. She is not only my cousin, but my sister. The picture above is from her wedding back on New Year's Day. I was honored to stand by her side as her maid of honor and see her marry a wonderful man. I know God has got amazing things ahead for her and she'll never know how much she means to me. 

Day #1.

Okay, I am finally giving in. I've been told over and over that I "need" to do the 60 day photo challenge that is running all over Facebook. I don't really have the time to do this but I do have the photos...

...So why not?

Day #1: A picture of yourself with fifteen facts.

1. I am addicted to coffee. Yes, addicted. 

2. I have a passion to teach children, especially about God.

3. Pink is my favorite color.

4. I am highly organized...to the point where my closet is item and color coded.

5. I love my job and I pray I can continue it for a very long time.

6. Best trip I've ever been on is to the Dominican Republic.

7. I am the oldest of 3 children. I have two younger brothers.

8. I like all types of music, except for the screamo stuff.

9. I am an Apple lover. 

10. My birthday is in May. 

11. I love all seasons. Don't have a favorite. Each one seems to come at the right time.

12. I spend A LOT of time writing. It's just what I do.

13. I love to be outdoors. Much better than sitting inside.

14. I've always been addicted to photography. I have every picture I've ever taken since I was 18 on disc, in order of date. (There's a hint into the o.c.d....)

15. You'll hear at least one of these again, I'm sure.