Weekly

This week was a whirlwind...and I think that is a good thing. I had ambitious plans for the week, knowing that I would be spending the majority of it on my own. What does one do when preparing for a week alone? Well, if you're me, you go to the library (for fun, for the first time in years) and pick out some awesome books (some for learning, some for fun). You go to Walmart, and pick out simple, cheap picture frames (for projects that have been waiting for completion). You survey the fridge and cupboards (to write a list of simple meals you can make without going to the grocery store). And finally, you make a to-do list and build a "project stack" (that waits, with anticipation, on your desk).

Yes, my life is just that exciting.

I wish I could say that I got everything done that I wanted to...but I didn't. I did, however, get a lot more done than I do on a usual week...and I enjoyed every day that passed. 

One of my main goals this week was to let myself enjoy my time. I tried to make an effort to get out each day and enjoy friendship as well as alone time. I tried to let myself sit and enjoy reading without feeling guilty. I tried to let myself stretch my creative abilities. Really...it worked well. This week was the best week I've had in a long time. I'm thanking the Lord for the ability to enjoy the way that he created me as well as the simple things in life.

Monday, I remembered to take out my camera. Enjoy a few pictures of what a typical day here looks like!

Dishes...and lots of them! I prefer to spend my weekends enjoying down-time with Keagan. So Monday comes and it's catch up time!

After a dog walk, tidying up, and devotions...it's time for lunch at the desk!

Having the apartment to myself  = Project Piles!

Tackling the project list and puppy naps. :)

Wall addition #1!

Another new wall addition in progress. I've been waiting on this one for awhile!

Puppy time.

This week also included:

• Babysitting a sweet little man and a good time chatting with a friend.
• A trip to the vet with Zulu. She was so good!
• A poolside brunch with lovely military spouses that ended in sunburn (but it felt good).
• Lots of walks in the grass around our apartment complex.
• Rainy nights/days. I don't know about you, but I love sitting in silence and listening to the rain fall at night. It's magical.
• A Greek-diner experience with Keagan on Friday night. So good. And the cake I got for dessert was so huge that I snacked on it five more times after taking it home.
• A lovely day trip to Richmond to visit Kiley: exploring Carytown and eating lots of food.
• A new career goal! I should be starting online classes in just a few weeks and it feels so good! :)

Here's to a week that's hopefully just as good as the last!