it's been too long

Have I really not updated since APRIL!?
That is SO pathetic... I mean I'm busy but duuuude that is crazy! I can't even begin to tell you everything that has happened over the past 5ish months... So basically I am giving you like the REALLY REALLY short version.

Worked all summer at the Child's Sleep Health and Development Center at Auburn... went to Kansas to visit Seth's family and go to David and Kim's wedding in may... My mom got a new house :) I am taking 14 hours this semester.. still working.. training for a half marathon.. enjoying my last football season as a student.. War Eagle.. Making new friends and I am in a new bible study with women from all walks of life. It is seriously wonderful, these girls are so smart and I love digging into Hosea with them every week.

enough with the general overview: This week is so hectic. I should be sleeping right now, but I made a green tea latte earlier while studying annnnnd now I am WIRED. I have three tests in the next two days. So I am kinda freakin' out... I can't wait til wednesday night! Sometimes I forget how stressed out I get about school, I wish I was one of those mellow people that study everyday so that when the tests roll around I wouldn't be so crazy overwhelmed... Time management... I need lessons.

Ah. Well school is taking over my life and it's kinda taking over my blog right now... So on to happier things: Seth. I love him. Every day he is just so wonderful and my breath gets taken away by how much he is willing to serve those around him and be an example of Christ's love. Seriously though, today he was going to the store and I needed to go to because I think all I had in my pantry was honey and tomato soup.. but of course I am oober busy studying for these tests soo what does he do... he tells me to write a list and he goes and gets groceries for me!! I mean come on, It was just what I needed, because I needed food and I hate eating out on campus because its like 12 dollars for a darn sandwich... I was so happy. He is so incredible and I wish I was more like him... I wish I could put my own selfish agenda aside and serve someone else. He is a great man. And I love him. And he loves me :) yay.

So I know that this was a short catch up... but Wednesday when I have my life back I'll fill yall in a bit more... but for now here are some pictures and I am going to try and go to sleep..

craziness.

ughh two finals tomorrow.
need to study.
realized my blog is sooo sad..
also, pray for A's!!!
I have all A's at this point... and I want to keep them!!!!!
work is work, but good work.
seth is wonderful as always.
life is hard... as always :)
sorry for the lame post.

Back to studying :)

T.

updates updates.

Hey y'all!
Yeah this blogging stuff is taking the backseat to real life right now. I am trying to figure out what God has in store for me. I am completely clueless. It's kinda scary, but I seriously have no idea where I will be in 2 years. Seth is also trying to find his niche and it is a tough thing for us to do as young adults. I don't feel like I am equipped enough to be able to decide what I want to do with my education and my future career. I am not ready to fully grow up yet!!

In other news, I found out that I will have the opportunity to work throughout the summer, which is a HUUUUGE answer to prayers. Also, Seth and I are trying to plan a trip to Kansas to spend time with his family and go to our friends David and Kim's wedding! I am sooo excited for this trip! I seriously LOVE Seth's family and his friends there. It will be so great to reunite and spend my first week of summer with people that I love. We just have to figure out how we are going to do this. Thoughtful planning and cost analysis will take place this week.

School is about to get INSANELY BUSY!! The only thing that separates me from summer will be.... 3 presentations, 3 papers, and 5 tests. That is an incredible amount of things to try to fit into my schedule in the next 3 weeks!! I am going to start stressing and freaking out soon! I am trying to exercise more too, I really despise running, but I AM going to LEARN to love it :) I want to feel healthy and like myself again! With this incredible weather and bathing suit season arriving, I am determined!!!

I guess that is it for now. I'm eagerly awaiting summer. I will try to post again soon.

Listening to: Passion Pit
Feeling: Hopeful and Faithful
Watching: Revolution 2010 http://www.mylifepointe.com/audio-and-video-teachings-from-olathe-lifepointe-church.aspx?t=revolution%202010


T.

Spring break... I miss you

Where I spent the last week...

I am sitting in class right now, and thinking about how last week at this time I was sitting out on the dock, going out on the lake, tanning, relaxing in the hot tub, and eating really good food. And right now I am sitting in class listening to my teacher ramble on about child abuse.. It's sad that I am bored during this lecture.. but really who can sit in an uncomfortable desk and listen to the same person ramble for an hour and fifteen minutes. After spring break is always a hard time for me. It is such a tease!! I mean summer is less than 6 weeks away and I am already getting antsy.

I had a blast last week with my friends Lindsay and Katie. We did absolutely nothing and it was the perfect break. We were all so stressed out with school and we needed a whole week of relaxation. We had a lot of fun, good food, and powerful conversations. I love these two girls so much, I am blessed to have such good friends in my life. WE HAD A FANTASTIC TIME.

I got back from the lake and I was so excited to see Seth! I was only gone for a week but we missed each other so much. It brought us back to the old days of long distance and talking on the phone. I am so happy he is here and that I get to see him all the time. He is perfect, and so supportive. It was great to be with him again. He is incredible and I love him!!! I am glad that I got a whole week with the girls and he had a fun, sports-filled week with the guys. But OH man, things are better when we are together.

In other news, my older brother Merrick left for South Korea on Wednesday. He will be gone for a whole year. I am definitely going to miss him... He has a blog too... He is teaching English to a bunch of kids in a private school. I am happy for him and nervous and I am also sad he is gone.

Also, my job is going well. I file papers and do grunt work, but hey I am getting paid and getting to know some cool people. I need to start looking for a job for the summer though. God will provide.

Things I am doing.
Reading: Ruthless Trust by Brennan Manning
Listening to: The Weepies (always a favorite)
Schedule: filled to the brim EVERY DAY!!

Have a blessed day, Trust in him, and be joyful!
t.

oopsie!!

Sorry It has been so long since I posted last.. been a little MIA this past week

I started my new job, its a lot of work. But it's pretty good overall.

When I get home, I either study or just CRASHHHH!

let me fill you in: Last weekend I went to New Orleans for my cousin's wedding. IT WAS BEAUTIFUL!!! NO JOKE! It was one of those weddings that totally just fits the people who are getting married. It was fun, and outside and very wonderful to be with the family. Robin was such a beautiful bride and Kyle was smitten.

ANYWAYSS. I had midterms last week and I ACED ALL THREE!!!! YESS! I was sooo excited. So as of now I have 4 A's... and one non-A haha! I am kicking butt! I am so pumped for spring break. It's going to be a great relaxation week. I cannot wait to escape. Ok, I honestly don't know what else to say. Life has been pretty blahh as of late.

Rain sucks, spring is just around the corner thank goodness. I can't wait. Hopefully I will remember to update this week while I am at the lake.

t.

BEST DAY!

oHHH Tuesday..

okay wow, let me just say God is good. Tuesday was a blessed day. First off I got a FREAKING 100 on my Advanced Seminar test. And then I got a JOB!!! AHHHH! So this is what I will be doing... I will be working in a lab with some of my professors. We will be researching how family and parental conflict effects the way a child sleeps. Ok I won't necessarily be doing the research, but I will be helping. And I will be getting 9 dollars an hour! PRAISE THE LORD!! I am beyond excited about this. It will look great on my resume, it will teach me to actually use my major in the real world, and its going to be different and exciting. It's on campus which is great for me too. I will be working 15 hours a week. Do you know how much WEIGHT this takes off of my shoulders? Thanks for the prayers and I can't even describe how thankful I am for this job. :)

In other news, been thinking its time for me to get back in shape. I am sick of feeling like a slug. SOOO I am going to start working out more and eating healthier. My mom and I are going to have a contest to see who can lose the most weight. Haha, may sound silly, but she is GOING DOOOOOOOWN. muahaha.

Also, I am leaving bright and early tomorrow morning to go New Orleans. YAYY! Seth gets to meet the family. That is going to be exciting! I am ready to dance and I am excited my midterms are DONE!!!

Ok, I gotta go to class.
Be blessed.
Trust Him.
Love one another.
t.

fave pics

just a few pics from the summer on that I LOOOOVE :)












yay. my people are pretty :)