Tithings

So Jeff and I have taken a liking to a non-denominational church and every week I've come home feeling really fulfilled and pleased with life. Letting God take over really has taken a load of stress off of me. Oddly enough I wanna cry simply because it's so nice not to have that heavy weight on my shoulders. I never realized how much I was carrying. This whole month he has talked about "resolutions". Last week helped me accept where I am in life and realize that I haven't really settled and that I'm here for a reason. This week we talked about Tithing and as rough as it is to give that 10% to church, It is a HUGE leap of faith to put that sort of money in faith. This week, I've been really concerned about wedding plans. I know its not until 2011 so that does allow for a long save up period. The down fall is that, as my gracious mom has pointed out, aside from the help that they still offer me (yes, hard to admit that at 25 I still have a safety net of dependence) once all of my monthly bills are paid, I only have $36 dollars per paycheck to my name. Why am I publicly sharing this information you may ask? It's not to be a squawking chicken or to have you take pity on me, Its to show that no matter how down in the dumps your pocket book may be, with that $36 I do still have luxuries, I'm becoming a happier person day to day, just having more Faith in God. Yes I do have Mary Kay to help with bills, however the month of January was the roughest one I've had so far. I feel though that as the company says, God first, Family second, Career third and this has been a Godly month and one that I'm really proud of. I know this is long however, I couldn't help but share my feelings on just how much I have spiritually changed this month alone. Jeff and I have grown closer this month and its amazing to see how much we have to go. I also love seeing how my savings have rubbed off on him as we got our weeks groceries for $30 cheaper than expected b4 coupons :) Ok, long enough.. Till later!

Bridal Show

So, bridal shows are fun, tho not very helpful when attending in a city you aren't actually getting married in. I enjoyed hanging with Lindy and seeing all that there was to be seen! I can say I'm excited bout the pictures and what my cake will look like if and when I actually make up my mind and yet I'm a lil overwhelmed with all the tiny details that I'm going to have to take into account. Thankfully I've got a long time to get this sorted out (yes I know it will be here before I know it however, I don't even know a date so till that is ever set, I'm gonna try not to stress) I also know lots of girls say, just all-ope, go to Vegas, but any lil tip on how to make an actual wedding easier, please feel free to send tips my way! :)

Loop d Loop!!!

Hello 2010!!! The year is an even year and I've been looking at my track record and odd years have been some good ones but that's where the major hick-ups in my life take place... so this year.. AWESOME and I'm determined to make EVERY year of this next quarter of a decade to rock... I'm Engaged!!! I'm a financial mess lol but making the best of things!! Sable is become more and more attached to me. Jeff and I are getting closer than ever (which I feel will come in handy for next years big jump)!! I'm starting to realize everything is gonna happen super fast!!! I need to actually sit and do my MK taxes, Steph is just a stones throw away from being married, Teacher Heaven is already ankle deep in moving and we're not even a week into it, Rosa is about to be a Lawyer (wooo hoooo!!) Loni is soon to become Mrs. Eads (or however she will take on his name) and then Jeff will student teach then graduation, move, and my own wedding! I haven't even really started looking at my own wedding plans but pretty excited cause Lindy and I (and whomever would like to join) are going to a bridal show this sun!!!! OMG soooo much going on in my life, and making sure that I get my Mary Kay business back on track.... I really really need to do that!!! Anyone in need for a lil me time I'm ready and set to go! Ok... felt good getting all that out there and sharing my excitement... And adding... I love that Jeff and I have been cooking together nightly... Its fun and I've been losing the silly weight I've gained :) k
Peace love and crackers!!! <3 CaraK