I promised my facebook friends I would update and blog more often now that I've left a few social media outlets. Its all for the good of this path I'm walking... I promise ;)
When six whole months go by, its very difficult to choose what I could possibly update anyone on. So I'm simply going to make a list of everything I can think of (without boring you...hopefully)
Here go:
1. We got a new puppy in May (yes I'm jumping ahead-I'll go back) and named her Penelope (Penny)! She was 10 weeks old when we picked her cute butt up and now she will be 6 months old on September 8th. If you follow me on instagram janesdaughters instagram, you've seen about 100 pictures of her already.
Penelope cuddling her big brother, Tyson
2. I started writing my first book. There's not much I want to say about it just yet (I know...why say anything at all) because first novels are...well...thrilling, difficult, all-consuming, frustrating, mind-blowing, brain-devouring, heart-exploding, emotional-rollercoasting, can't-wait-to-wake-up-the-next-day-and-do-it-again-ing ALL. At. The. Same. Time. When I am finished, I will start giving out tiny little excerpts to get your feedback.
(I do have character and scenic inspirations on my pinterest account for my book):
3. I have about 1, 2, 3...counting...9 other book ideas clouding my brain. Pray that I might be on to something, please. ;)
4. I still sing and write song lyrics every time I'm in the shower. Then I grab my phone with a wet hand and proceed to record the idea which I can never hear well when I listen back a month later. The most I can make out is the water running.
5. I have had two of my best beautiful friends come to visit me since moving to PA, Karen (I call her Wifey) and Suz (I call her Sister). Having a little piece of Nashville each visit was just what I needed during this transition.
Karen (Wifey) and me in NYC
Suz (sister) and me at home in PA. Red solo cup style just like old times.
6. I have gotten even closer to this one lady in particular who my husband likes to refer to as my "girlfriend". My dear friend, Ashlyne. Even though we have not seen each other since I moved, we talk almost daily and she has been such a blessing in my life and a big part of my new journey.
-AHR to me
7. My cousin, Kate (I call her KDD, cousin, and more than most nowadays, Sister), has been my bestest friend and I am so very thankful that she is only one hour away now. It had been over 7 years since we lived that close (and she doesn't even mind driving the hour to my house! I've learned since moving that some people would rather get the flu than drive to my place of residence). She's opened my eyes to so much this year and has introduced me to my new favorite place, The Baker's Table in Lancaster, PA. Great coffee. Great energy. Gets my creative gears turnin'. I love it.
Kate (KDD, sister, cousin)
8. I appreciate those of my family members who HAVE come to visit. =)
9. I have come to appreciate my Mother, Brother, and Father so much since moving back to PA. I always want to be around them and can't get enough of them. My bro often stays with me and he's even gone with David and me on a short overnight trip to Boston on one of David's SWA overnights. He's the best guy to be around and learn from (after my hubby).
Shot taken from the video Ain't Nobody Got Time For That
At the airport on our way to Boston
Mama, Andy and me
About to board the train in New Freedom, PA on Andy's birthday (July 14th)
The train!
Birthday goofiness (Andy's)
Such a handsome fella
Dad's birthday! (March 10th)
Jane's Daughters Etsy Shop
11. David and I have been getting our booties into shape! For the past almost 2 months, we have dramatically changed our health and lifestyle for the better. We feel amazing! There are days I wake up at 6AM like a spider monkey and I'm this ball of A.D.D. until about 7PM. Then I become old again. I love it.
Nike Free feet!
FITBIT!! We're obsessed!
Avocado toast on ezekiel bread.
Quinoa pasta, steak, avocado, and tomato
grilled chicken, quinoa, organic veggies and side salad
POWER BREAKFAST! Steak, eggs (1 egg-1 egg white), tomato slices, and avocado
Broccoli, spinach, and basil omelet
12. My husband...MY Husband! I love saying that. I can't stop saying that. Marriage is good. I like it. I think I'll keep him and the title of Wife. Scripture has helped me so much to appreciate our union and to love it and take care of it the way it deserves.
13. I changed my hair! Twice! Long blonde, then short blonde. I think it's gonna stay for awhile.
14. I'm going back to school! More on that soon.
15. The highlights of my typical every day are walking and cuddling my pups, going for my run and bleacher weave, writing my book, reading my bible, reading someone else's novel, working on Jane's Daughters with Mom, most likely talking to my "girlfriend", hobby lobby errand, and dreaming and making plans with my husband.
Last, but most importantly... My Lord and Savior. Whew, what times I have put you through. I'm in awe of your love and your patience. The relationship I have grown gets me through each day with ease. I know who I am now. And I like me better now. Thank you, Lord, for changing my heart so I can be the woman you created me to be.
More thoughts and updates to come! Promise! If anyone has any questions, feel free to comment.
Much Love,
Lindsey
