I can't believe how quickly this week has flown by -- another Thursday?? But I am grateful for this week, even if it did slip away from me too quickly.
My birthday is Saturday, so John asked me for some hints for what to get me as a gift. Well, I've already received the wonderful gifts I mentioned here, and I really already have everything I could possibly need. Of course I joke about wanting an iPad or a new car, but really, I'm grateful for our life together and what we share. We have a cute apartment in a part of town that I love, we have cars that run, jobs, great families, and much more food than we could (or should) ever need! Besides, my iPod Classic from 2005 still works anyway!
24 June 2010
17 June 2010
Another Thankful Thursday!
Today I am thankful for:
1. the BEACH
2. the BREEZE
3. the SEAFOOD
4. the generosity of my FATHER-IN-LAW for making this trip to the beach possible!
As you can tell from my list, John and I are enjoying a short vacation at Orange Beach, Alabama. We haven't really seen any oil here -- there is a dark sheen on the water very far out (that I assume must be oil), but nothing in the water close to shore. The only indicators that something is wrong at this beach is the lack of people and the line of boats "protecting" the beach and working on oil recovery efforts that are right along the horizon when you look out at the ocean.
I've never been to this beach before and I really like it. It is very quiet and calm at the beach and the pool (especially because it's so empty of tourists right now!), but there is an area about 10 miles away with great restaurants, activities, etc. We've tacked ourselves on to John's dad's vacation this year. Bob and Jamie rented a large condo and invited all their kids to come down with them. It's definitely a full-house, but fun!
John and I are so grateful for a vacation!
1. the BEACH
2. the BREEZE
3. the SEAFOOD
4. the generosity of my FATHER-IN-LAW for making this trip to the beach possible!
As you can tell from my list, John and I are enjoying a short vacation at Orange Beach, Alabama. We haven't really seen any oil here -- there is a dark sheen on the water very far out (that I assume must be oil), but nothing in the water close to shore. The only indicators that something is wrong at this beach is the lack of people and the line of boats "protecting" the beach and working on oil recovery efforts that are right along the horizon when you look out at the ocean.
I've never been to this beach before and I really like it. It is very quiet and calm at the beach and the pool (especially because it's so empty of tourists right now!), but there is an area about 10 miles away with great restaurants, activities, etc. We've tacked ourselves on to John's dad's vacation this year. Bob and Jamie rented a large condo and invited all their kids to come down with them. It's definitely a full-house, but fun!
John and I are so grateful for a vacation!
10 June 2010
Thankful Thursday!
Whew, I'm just squeaking in with this entry -- only a couple more hours before it's finally Friday!
Tonight, I'm thankful for:
1. Pei Wei takeout
2. A night in -- sometimes it's so nice to know that you have nowhere to be, no obligations, etc.
3. Getting to hang out with John (especially since he's worked evenings/nights this week)
4. ESPN (World Cup preview) and HGTV (House Hunters, etc.)
5. New books to read from the library!
What are you thankful for? Gratitude is contagious, so pass it on!
Tonight, I'm thankful for:
1. Pei Wei takeout
2. A night in -- sometimes it's so nice to know that you have nowhere to be, no obligations, etc.
3. Getting to hang out with John (especially since he's worked evenings/nights this week)
4. ESPN (World Cup preview) and HGTV (House Hunters, etc.)
5. New books to read from the library!
What are you thankful for? Gratitude is contagious, so pass it on!
07 June 2010
What a Whirlwind Weekend!
It feels like Monday came too quickly!
John and I both worked full days Friday, then packed the car and headed to Winston-Salem, NC to attend our dear friend Molly's wedding. It's about an 8 hour trip, so we actually split up the drive and spent Friday night in a small town past Knoxville (Dandridge, maybe?). On Saturday we finished up the trip and enjoyed Molly's lovely wedding and reception. It was so fun to celebrate with her -- she was absolutely beaming with happiness! Just glowing. It was great!
Sunday we made the trip back, and then had a lazy night at home. We cooked dinner, did laundry, and had John's friend Jake over to hang out. John and Jake played video games while I read more about the care and keeping of herbs -- I'm pretty obsessed! I had so much fun experimenting with herbs in our pasta for dinner (I tried to take a picture but my camera wouldn't work). I didn't grow up with an herb garden or a vegetable garden (that's next!), but I do remember helping my grandmother, Nanoo, with her garden several seasons. My "help" was mainly limited to picking weeds and watering, so learning about the life cycle, family/genus, and care of plants is all new to me. I told Nanoo that I was getting into it and that one day I hope to have a garden and also learn to can and preserve fruits and veggies, and she said that I had "farming in my blood" and that it was the "Huff coming out in me." Of course, she's a pro -- she raised 5 kids, plenty of veggies, and thousands of chickens on her farm back in the day! :) Thumbs up: Nanoo, home gardening, and the way things used to be.
We were gone last weekend for Memorial Day and then both had very busy work weeks, so it's really nice to be home again. It kind of feels like we haven't been to church in ages. June is a busy month for us! We still have to squeeze in a quick trip to Atlanta to see baseball and a trip to the beach! It's a lot of driving -- and, unfortunately, a lot of eating quick fast food meals on the road. :( Thumbs down: Modern lifestyle (on the road) with modern fast food.
We don't have a lot going on this week -- so hopefully that means I will finally get some more pictures on here!
John and I both worked full days Friday, then packed the car and headed to Winston-Salem, NC to attend our dear friend Molly's wedding. It's about an 8 hour trip, so we actually split up the drive and spent Friday night in a small town past Knoxville (Dandridge, maybe?). On Saturday we finished up the trip and enjoyed Molly's lovely wedding and reception. It was so fun to celebrate with her -- she was absolutely beaming with happiness! Just glowing. It was great!
Sunday we made the trip back, and then had a lazy night at home. We cooked dinner, did laundry, and had John's friend Jake over to hang out. John and Jake played video games while I read more about the care and keeping of herbs -- I'm pretty obsessed! I had so much fun experimenting with herbs in our pasta for dinner (I tried to take a picture but my camera wouldn't work). I didn't grow up with an herb garden or a vegetable garden (that's next!), but I do remember helping my grandmother, Nanoo, with her garden several seasons. My "help" was mainly limited to picking weeds and watering, so learning about the life cycle, family/genus, and care of plants is all new to me. I told Nanoo that I was getting into it and that one day I hope to have a garden and also learn to can and preserve fruits and veggies, and she said that I had "farming in my blood" and that it was the "Huff coming out in me." Of course, she's a pro -- she raised 5 kids, plenty of veggies, and thousands of chickens on her farm back in the day! :) Thumbs up: Nanoo, home gardening, and the way things used to be.
We were gone last weekend for Memorial Day and then both had very busy work weeks, so it's really nice to be home again. It kind of feels like we haven't been to church in ages. June is a busy month for us! We still have to squeeze in a quick trip to Atlanta to see baseball and a trip to the beach! It's a lot of driving -- and, unfortunately, a lot of eating quick fast food meals on the road. :( Thumbs down: Modern lifestyle (on the road) with modern fast food.
We don't have a lot going on this week -- so hopefully that means I will finally get some more pictures on here!
04 June 2010
And the challenge is on..
Okay, I haven't wanted to post this on my blog, but I figure that maybe if I do I will hold myself more accountable knowing that it's out in cyberspace for all my "readers" to see (all 3 of you -- thank you!)...
I am trying to lose some weight.
High blood pressure runs in my family and I didn't realize my BP had been slowly climbing until a recent doctor's appointment. It was fairly high, but the doc thought it might be a fluke, so I had to go in 1 month later for a follow-up. A month later it was better, but still high. So I have to get my weight down to get my BP under control -- because I want it to actually improve, not just be artifically controlled by medicines. I do NOT want to be put on blood pressure medicine.
The funny thing is that I've felt perfectly fine and had no idea it was bad. My doctor kept asking me, "are you tired all the time? do you have frequent headaches? really, are you sure you don't have headaches?" Well, no, no, and yes. I feel great.
We talked about the foods I eat, and overall I actually generally eat fairly high-quality, nutritious foods. I just struggle with correct portion sizes and eat too MUCH of these foods. I've written down everything I've eaten in the past 2 weeks so that I will be more mindful of what I'm putting in my body. I was doing fairly well until last weekend's trip home to SC -- we had big servings of low country boil (frogmore stew) two nights, and plenty of junk while on the road. The sad thing is, I do know what I should be eating, I just don't stick with it. In the past, I even wanted to become a dietician! Furman didn't offer that degree, so I changed plans, but I took a couple pre-req's, shadowed local dieticians with the hospital system, had a few nutrition appointments myself, etc.
I've also tried to add more physical activity into each week. I hate to work out, but I've found some co-workers who will work out with me a few days a week and also another local friend who wants to join me in getting into shape.
I've enjoyed reading some blogs that talk about healthy food a lot and hopefully I'll work in more of those tips into my own life: sweettater (awesome blog!! and I actually know her a little bit in real life), katheats, healthyteacher, etc.
So, wish me luck! I'll try to post how things are going. My next appointment is at the end of September.
I am trying to lose some weight.
High blood pressure runs in my family and I didn't realize my BP had been slowly climbing until a recent doctor's appointment. It was fairly high, but the doc thought it might be a fluke, so I had to go in 1 month later for a follow-up. A month later it was better, but still high. So I have to get my weight down to get my BP under control -- because I want it to actually improve, not just be artifically controlled by medicines. I do NOT want to be put on blood pressure medicine.
The funny thing is that I've felt perfectly fine and had no idea it was bad. My doctor kept asking me, "are you tired all the time? do you have frequent headaches? really, are you sure you don't have headaches?" Well, no, no, and yes. I feel great.
We talked about the foods I eat, and overall I actually generally eat fairly high-quality, nutritious foods. I just struggle with correct portion sizes and eat too MUCH of these foods. I've written down everything I've eaten in the past 2 weeks so that I will be more mindful of what I'm putting in my body. I was doing fairly well until last weekend's trip home to SC -- we had big servings of low country boil (frogmore stew) two nights, and plenty of junk while on the road. The sad thing is, I do know what I should be eating, I just don't stick with it. In the past, I even wanted to become a dietician! Furman didn't offer that degree, so I changed plans, but I took a couple pre-req's, shadowed local dieticians with the hospital system, had a few nutrition appointments myself, etc.
I've also tried to add more physical activity into each week. I hate to work out, but I've found some co-workers who will work out with me a few days a week and also another local friend who wants to join me in getting into shape.
I've enjoyed reading some blogs that talk about healthy food a lot and hopefully I'll work in more of those tips into my own life: sweettater (awesome blog!! and I actually know her a little bit in real life), katheats, healthyteacher, etc.
So, wish me luck! I'll try to post how things are going. My next appointment is at the end of September.
03 June 2010
Thankful Thursday
I can't believe it's been another week! This Thursday I am thankful for...
1. Feeling at home in Nashville -- I LOVED visiting family, friends, and Redeemer Church in Greenville, but I have to admit that there were a few times that I did actually miss Nashville, our church, and our friends here!
2. Our church here, Midtown 12South. We went to our last homegroup meeting for the summer last night and we will miss getting to hang out with those friends during the summer break! We officially "join" our church later this month.
3. New and old friends in Nashville. We had dinner with some new friends at their home the other night and we're meeting another friend and her boyfriend tonight at Chili's. We've met some of the most interesting and fun people here!
4. My early birthday presents: an awesome potted herb garden from my mother-in-law for my back porch, a new haircut and highlights from my mom&dad, shams to a new quilt from my mom&dad, and the lovely new lightweight quilt itself as a gift to myself! (happy early birthday to me!)
5. My friend Molly, who is getting married this weekend!
1. Feeling at home in Nashville -- I LOVED visiting family, friends, and Redeemer Church in Greenville, but I have to admit that there were a few times that I did actually miss Nashville, our church, and our friends here!
2. Our church here, Midtown 12South. We went to our last homegroup meeting for the summer last night and we will miss getting to hang out with those friends during the summer break! We officially "join" our church later this month.
3. New and old friends in Nashville. We had dinner with some new friends at their home the other night and we're meeting another friend and her boyfriend tonight at Chili's. We've met some of the most interesting and fun people here!
4. My early birthday presents: an awesome potted herb garden from my mother-in-law for my back porch, a new haircut and highlights from my mom&dad, shams to a new quilt from my mom&dad, and the lovely new lightweight quilt itself as a gift to myself! (happy early birthday to me!)
5. My friend Molly, who is getting married this weekend!
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