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time really starts to fly at thirty by khrawlings


I have to say turning thirty wasn't quite as painful as I expected. I feel so blessed and lucky to have made it to this point in my life. I admit I won't find it fun to say my age when I'm asked, but I guess that will be something I'll get used to. I don't feel thirty. Inside I feel like a crisp 25. Not too young but not too......thirty-like.

The thirties. Wow. I cross my fingers and toes that they will be filled with amazing things and make my twenties look like boo boo!

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Online Fitness Journal

I have decided to keep an online fitness journal to track my workout and weight loss progress. I chose http://www.onlinefitnesslog.com/ to record my stats. I have a goal to lose a certain amount in the next 5 months.


I have no doubt in my mind as long as I stay focused and positive, I will achieve my goals either on time or soon after. Go me! Go me! Go me!

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We can always use the help...


I stumbled upon this book while browsing Amazon a couple weeks ago. I love it. My husband is not much of a reader, but he does compromise. So as I've been reading through each chapter, I am highlighting important parts that we can relate to. When he actually does get a break from work or class, we go over the parts together. I am almost finished with this book and I think that Barbara Bartlein keeps it very real. All of the chapters pretty much cover most every topic that will relate to marriage issues. So far, it has helped us a great deal. Our marriage is like any other and we definitely have our trouble spots. I am thankful for the fact that we are still committed to trying. Amen!

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Travel Musts

I have been pretty lucky to have experienced different parts of the world such as Germany, France, and Mexico to name a few.


But I must must must travel to the following locations within my lifetime!!!

TAHITI

ITALY

UGANDA

JAMAICA

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

FIJI


There are more places I'd love to travel to, but these are the ones that I place extra importance on.

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Internationally Known


Marrying and having a child with someone who is from a faraway land is quite an experience. Not only do you have to learn to compromise a bit more than the average married couple but you also face different sets of challenges. It also makes things quite different for your children. Usually, families I see around me have grandparents living nearby or some states away. With my family, since my husband is from Uganda, my son and I have never met that side of our family. Recently my hubby was talking to his fam on the phone and it bothered me that Christopher has never met his Ugandan family. I want him to experience and bond with both families and feel close to them all. And I want to learn why my husband sometimes thinks the way he does.....LOL!

Next year, in November 2011, we are taking our late honeymoon in Jamaica for our 5 year Anniversary, which I am stupidly excited about! Soooo, we talked the other day and decided that 2012 will be the year we all go to Uganda. We will buy our tickets in the beginning of that year for the late fall or early winter. This is a good time for us because it will be right before we plan on having another child, and after we get more settled. Also, Christopher will be 4 by that time, and I will feel more comfortable with him going over there a little bit older. I think he'll be able to enjoy the experience more.

I'm anxious, nervous, and full of anticipation for our future visit. Slightly worried about our safety, but I know we will be surrounded by family, so we will be okay. I want to really soak in all of the culture and learn as many recipes as I can from his mom and sisters. And even though they all accept me from afar, I really really really hope they like me just as much in person! It is very important for me to meet the rest of my extended family and learn more about where my husband comes from.

Of course, this is 2 1/2 years away, but I am a planner so I can't help but blog about it right now! Uganda, baby!!!

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New year, new mind!

Happy Monday Rainbow Sky



So I haven't blogged in awhile....been sorta caught up with sicknesses and craziness. So far this year, I have had a lot on my mind and have doing a bit of soul searching. There isn't necessarily a bunch of resolutions in my head.....more like permanent lifestyle changes that I am seeking. Lately I have been pondering my character flaws more than anything. As we will never be perfect, we can always strive to better ourselves.

HAPPINESS - This is something that comes with God and therefore comes from within. We all want to be happy, but many times life's lemons have a way of bringing you down. Many years of my life have been spent trying to be more positive, only to fail when hard times come about. I know that life is what I make of it and so then what's stopping me???

WIFE, DAUGHTER, SISTER, FRIEND - These are some titles that fit me in my relationships. I have a tendency to get too protective with those I love and that is not always a good thing. Why is that? Well, because when you are too protective over people, you lose sight of what is important. You forget that you are only in control of yourself and let the stress of worrying about others take over. So that is one of the things I am working on. It is important for me to remember that all of the people in my life are going to do what they do. It is only up to me what I do or how I react to things. Also just want to be a better person to all of the people in my life.

MOTHER - I am going to do my best every day to give my son a mommy that is patient, loving, and kind. I will never be a perfect parent, but I can always strive to set a positive example for my son.

THINKING POSITIVE ABOUT OTHERS - One of the things I've learned from my husband is to look for the best in people. I have a tendency to be a bit cynical or wary at times with people. I really want to start looking at the positive in people more than at their flaws, and I can only hope they will do the same for me.

OPENING MY EYES - To more cultures, travels, people, and experiences. These can only help to enrich my mind and my life.

GOD - Very simple......put Him first!

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My definition of bliss is living life to the fullest. I am always on a journey to grow and change. I am a woman, mother, wife, sister, and friend. I have always kept a diary or journal.....and now I keep a blog. I love to read, write, and express myself. This blog will contain my life experiences and stances. It will contain my rants and raves. It will contain my joys and my heartaches. And last but not least, it will contain ME.