Wednesday, August 8, 2018

Recent Happenings

There is so much joy in my heart of late. 
I have completely soaked up this summer. Summer and I used to never get along. It was too hot and humid with far too many bugs. As for this summer, I have allowed myself to become close friends with the season I once detested. It's easier to like summer in the cool of a swimming pool or a lake so I have made an effort to visit both. Have you enjoyed your summer thus far?

college
I took a college public speaking course this summer and although public speaking is possibly one of my worst fears I passed with an A (thank goodness)! Just imagine frantically cutting up potatoes (that a group member was supposed to do the night before) 15 minutes after class has already started and doing all the work for a group speech... yep, that just about sums it up.

friends
I've been going on some lovely driving adventures with my friends which consists of playing our favorite songs, singing at the top of our lungs, and enjoying the breeze of our opened windows. We've had our occasional late night drives when the roads are barren, and the air is hushed. This summer we've watched cheesy horror movies, had a campout, volunteered at a cat shelter, went to the fair, and tried out every restaurant in our town because food is obviously our lives.

family
My uncle's wife is expecting a boy! I am overjoyed to see such happiness and hope in their lives again. After so many prayers, after so much grief, God answered us. My sister has been home from college this summer so we have thoroughly enjoyed traveling downtown, sifting through old photographs at antique shops, and eating in a small vintage diner.

work
Preschool will be starting soon and honestly, I can hardly wait! I miss all my littles so very much and can't wait to decorate my classroom and meet my new students. I will be starting my early childhood education practicum which will allow me to complete my Associate's degree this fall. I'm excited to see how this new journey unfolds in my life.

thoughts
Things are slowly falling into place, gently, just the way God planned them to. I feel whole, complete. I've been able to wield a sort of bravery in my life that I have never experienced even if it's just for minor things. After all, there is so much beauty when we can untangle ourselves from the fears that tie us down and simply live. And I have loved living with more joy in my life and less fear.

Do what brings you joy.
I encourage you to find joy in the little things even when life is overwhelming and stressful. I'm not really sure who reads this corner of the internet anymore since I've been a bit M.I.A. so if you stop by, don't hesitate to say hello and tell me how life has been treating you or what brings you joy.<3

12 comments:

  1. I have yet to take a public speaking class, haha I don't think I will be taking one. But makes since you have to take one if you are working with preschool. That sounds wonderful btw! Best of wishes with your associates.

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    1. Good for you! If it was an option, I wouldn't have set foot into that class. XD The group speeches were the worst! It's difficult to depend on people who are quite undependable. Thanks for stopping by! <3

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  2. EVE! It's so good to hear from you again. I was actually thinking about your blog several days ago as I was driving from the library and wanted to see how you were doing (and see some more photography, gosh how I wish you had Instagram), and then you popped up with post! Your adventures with your friends sounds really fun! Visiting cat shelters is the best. I hope your associate's degree goes well! Children can wear you out, but they have such a wide-eyed view about everything. We should really catch up more, but I'm happy to see you're doing well!

    xoxo Abigail Lennah | Story-Eyed

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    1. AHHHHHH! Abby how I've missed you! I hope you are doing well. <3 It's true, cat shelters are the best! Despite all the scratches they gave us we were utterly in love with all the kitties. Children have such a talent of wearing people out but their adorableness, imagination, and curiosity make up for it. Now I must hop over to your blog and see what marvelous endeavors you've been up to! :)

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  3. "Do what brings you joy." Yes, yes, my friend. Always. :)

    It's so good to see and hear from you! Your summer sounds like it's been lovely.

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    1. YAY! ROSE! <3 It's a motto I live by. So happy to here from you!

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  4. That sounds awesome! Happy you've started liking this beautiful season. :)

    Nabila | Hot Town Cool Girl

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  5. great photos!!
    the preschool adventure sounds amazing.
    what kind of camera do you use?

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    1. Thank you so much, Sophy! I use Canon Rebel T3i with a 50mm 1.4 lens. :)

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  6. I just found your blog & I'm in love already! <3
    https://octoberslallu.blogspot.com/

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