i rejoice...

Psalm 118:24

This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

I rejoice that I am tired, because that means that I have a job.
I rejoice that my feet hurt, becuase that means that I am able to walk.
I rejoice that I got wet walking outside, because that means that it is raining.
I rejoice that I get cold sitting inside, because it means that I have a house that is airconditioned.
I rejoice that sometimes my clothes fit a little tight, because it means that I have enough food to eat.
I rejoice that my car doesn't start very well, because it means that I have transportation.
I rejoice the fact that I miss my friends from school, because it means that I love and am loved.
I rejoice that I have a broken heart at the loss of our dog after 14 years, because it means that we were blessed to have him around for so long.
I rejoice that I have student loans, because it means that I am able to go to college.
I rejoice that I am still awake at 1am, because it means that I am catching up with old friends.
I rejoice that I get annoyed with doctor appointments, because it means that we have insurance and are able to take care of our health.
I rejoice that I have friends and family that love me, even on days when I don't seem to love myself.
I rejoice that I serve a God who is big, so much bigger than I could ever imagine, that cares about the deepest and most hidden part of my heart.


I rejoice, because no matter how tough days can be, God has made the day, and waits for us to find and seek Him in the midst of it.

a couple shower and a wedding..

we have had 2 weddings in 2 weeks, and one couple shower. the shower was for one of our family friends and so my mom and the girls got together and decided to throw a couple shower the weekend before they got married...this is what happens when you sit on the deck for a while and start coming up with new "great" ideas..


"the group" with the bride in the middle








the bride and I...I know, my dress is pretty stellar







Coalson and I at Lyndie's wedding. We were both candle lighters. And she has a sock she has to wear all the time "nudie" and I had "greenie" so we took pictures of them together!




and of course my studly brother..had to throw this one in there!

summer 08

sunset from the boat..

anori...

ahh summer. a break from school is always nice. summer has been full of trips, work, and more work.

yeah i caught him. and i'm sorry to say that this picture doesn't shrink it.

summer is almost over, only about a month until we are seniors! crazy huh?? it's ok i'm ready, or at least I think...once I get healthy I'll be ready to go!

oh and I found this picture the other day..I miss my old car!