10 things I've learned this week thus far

1: "you attract more flies with honey than with vinegar"
2: you know you are an adult when you wake up earlier than needed... just to spend some time by yourself
3: i'm sick of chicken and chicken leftovers.... need to dinner ideas
4: it's easier to cook with an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables in the summer
5: early to bed early to rise.... i'm exhausted still. i could really use a nap right about now
6: creative juices come from the most unexpected places
7: sunrises are breath taking, even if my eye lids are still heavy with sleep. {hoping the boys appreciate their early morning potty breaks}
8: realized that i need to dedicate more time to working out. i enjoyed the spring when i was making it 4-6 times a week
9: trying to enjoy the last of summer. even though i'm giddy with excitement for the cool, crisp, fall air.
10: being the unofficial/official photographer for my cousin wasn't nearly as bad as i had anticipated....

10 Things I've learned this past week so far...

1: Having my camera in hand is very therapeutic. I need to pick it up more often.

2: Blogging, I finally feel like my mojo is coming back to me :)

3: Winter definitely has a mind of her own...

4: Embracing a change of plans has been really good for me today

5: a day at home is exactly what I needed

6: looking through photos with the hubby was magical the other night

7: yoga is teaching me a lot

8: my husband is a rock star!! He always amazes me with how brilliant he is! I'm grateful that his work recognizes it too.

9: I realize how much I need and enjoy working with plants. 

10: Spending time with my boys is always the best

10 things I've learn this past week

1: Avocado and eggs in a basket are by far one of my favorite meals lately. It's perfect for any time of the day.
2: I have been feeling antsy lately.... not quite myself....
3: Friday morning - making it a morning for myself! I went to a yoga class {first one - I loved it}, grabbed a Chai tea, sitting on the floor stretching while jotting my thoughts down... it's a good start
4: Taking care of my grandma is teaching me wonderful things. Like patience and true selfless love.
5: glittery pink nail polish is my new favorite
6: eager to make wonderful sugar cookies. Best part of Valentines!
7: I'm falling in love with Pilates and Yoga. I feel that it adds to my week. {exercising all around does, but I especially love the classes}
8: I feel that I've been in a minor blogging rut lately... I miss it. It's amazing how therapeutic writing can be
9: trying to drink lots of water. When I reach for my bottle... i remind myself - Zero calories. lol
10: my favorite way to stay motivated on staying fit and exercising lately... Pinterest baby. I love browsing through all the inspiring fitness pins!

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: week one at the gym... I declare it a success. {considering}
2: Monday night felt like I was coming down with the flu.... Wednesday Dr called with results from last weeks blood work..... It's Mono {on top of my thyroid problems}
3: cezar makes an excellent snuggling buddy when you want to play it low key
4: minimal hours at work first part of the week - perfect for sleeping in and resting
5: UNLA trade show for work Tuesday. I loved seeing all the plant booths!!!
6: Mitch is amazing!!! I really have the best hubby ever :)
7: work will be split for the next few weeks between the green house and watching my grandma. Her health is declining
8: Im grateful for Ibprophen. It's the only thing giving me relief from my horrible sore throat.
9: Friday night date night .... Redbox and snuggles in bed = perfect
10: I'm falling in love with baking again!! This week I made Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. {from scratch of course} yummy!

10 things I've learned this week thus far... And lately

1: jake is an excellent walking buddy.
2: it feels like spring with our warm weather.... Wondering if we'll get snow
3: spending time in the greenhouse at work is refreshing and it helps elevate my mood
4: my fatigue/exhaustion is completely different then the average persons tired. Trying to help my hubby understand... No luck yet
5: caffeine is my BFF
6: spending Christmas vacation at home relaxing and checking off a few to dos off my list.. Exactly what I needed
7: realigning my priorities... Takes effort
8: I love blood oranges. I was so giddy finding some at Wally world the other night
9: no matter what age I am... My mommy is always a huge source of comfort
10: could really go for a nap right about now

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: baby bunnies at pumpkinland- SO cute!!
2: trying to get caught up on my fall yard work... It's slow going. Can't wait to plant pansies.
3: crazy hours at work. Craving more time at home.
4: my family dynamic is weird. Shopping with my Brother. Hunting with my Sister. Odd.
5: excited to celebrate our 2 year anniversary next week!!
6: shopping for my hubby yesterday... I found a the sexiest pair of heels - I WANT :)
7: love notes from hubby. Best ever! Makes my day better :)
8: dear little girl who stole my pumpkin... That's bad manners.
9: drinks with girl friends are the best!! Needs to happen more often :)
10: my body hates me. Lost my voice, cold, congestion, 2 cold sores in one week, canker. A little frustrated.

10 things I've learned this week thus far

1: being sick together is good and bad.
2: feeling on top of things for the first time in a very long time! Its a nice feeling.
3: I need to be better about socializing my boys. Cezar sured loved going out with me last night.
4: I love the new iOS5 software!! Do you?
5: craving yogurtland. Maybe hubby and I will make it there tonight.
6: I'm loving dark nail polish right now
7: date night out and about. Perfect and needed and refreshing.
8: looking forward to learning a new skill
9: the fall colors are wonderful this past week
10: learning a new side of my hubby. It's kinda funny :) who would've ever guessed.

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: Fall seems to have arrived over night up in the mountains... I love all the colors

2: Conference was wonderful. I wish I am able to watch the Saturday sessions... good ol work.

3: My husband is the best!! He had dinner ready for me last week when I worked a 10+ hour day. I sure love him!!

4: Headaches are the worst! Came home last night and went to bed in the dark. Cezar wouldn't settle in with me until Mitch let Jake in. Weirdies. 

5: It's amazing what you can do when you set your mind to it.

6: I'm so excited all my favorite shows are back on TV. :) Yay!!

7: I love fall and am so excited for it... but I'm also looking forward to winter - down time.

8: Biking is a serious workout

9: October = an extra dose of birth control. All the kiddies coming through pumpkinland.

10: Portion control. Makes a world of difference in my goal :) 

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: bumpy roads are murder on a full bladder!!
2: mini weekend getaways with hubs should be a monthly routine.
3: it feels good to check off a to do on our lifes list. Angels landing baby!
4: I am out of shape. 7 miles of hiking totally kicked my butt.
5: magazines are a must for road trips!!
6: I have the best family ever!! Plus my sisters totally rock my world.
7: I absolutely love holding hands with my Mitchel. It's my favorite.
8: I'm addicted to my bed!! It's super comfortable and I love my pillows. Hotel beds make for a lousy sleep.
9: giving gel nails a break and going natural. At least I've got cute polish!
10: popcorn is by far my favorite snack!! Love love love it!!

10 things I have learned this week thus far...

1: working 5 days in a row is tough. But once Saturday arrives -- TOTALLY worth it.
2: big plans to get yard work done... Not super successful
3: picking up my camera and capturing my yard in it's current 'glory'... Therapeutic
4: canning is a LOT of work but I feel incredibly accomplished :)
5: 10 second kisses are amazing. Beats quick pecks any day. Plus its like super glue for marriage! I dare you to try it ;) {let me know how it goes for you!}
6: stopping to see my friend last night was much needed.
7: my husband is absolutely amazing!
8: 11:30 pm is like 3 am for me.
9: I'm grateful mitch and I agree on sleeping habits.
10: getting super excited for our weekend away next week :)

10 Things I've learned this week thus far...

1: Weddings are absolutely fabulous. Especially when I adore both the bride and groom :)
2: Driving to Yellowstone over the weekend and then to Logan and Bennington Id on Wednesday.... super hard on the body.
3: Did you know your bum cheeks can get charlie horses?! I got em in BOTH cheeks.... while driving.
4: I don't mind August.... I do however mind the extreme heat we are having.
5: Mitch is backpacking this weekend with a couple of guy friends. SO I had a morning with the Dayley ladies and a girl's night with Nanna :)
6: Random fact about myself -- I HATE deodorant. I seem allergic to it lately, makes me super itchy. So I don't wear it often and Mitch is the only one who complains... its always once I get home from a long day of work. lol. I love showering though so it all works out.
7: My mommy is hilarious!!
8: Touching the muffler on a lawn mower is stupid and my blister is driving my bonkers.
9: I'm still absolutely terrified of snakes. I saw a sign up the canyon today about being aware of the rattle snakes in the area.... Totally nervous and naturally thinking about all the horrible things that could happen.
10: My niece is darling and I loved taking photos of her!!

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: 2 am does exist
2: driving most of the road trip during the night rocks... It's cool and no traffic
3: packing for a trip the night before -- not so awesome
4: jury duty wasn't as bad as I thought. The guy pleaded before we were selected.
5: spending a morning with my mother-in-law was fantastic
6: cankers are horrible!! It's not fair that I get cold sores AND cankers. I'm dying here folks.
7: family is 10x cooler then when I was a kid
8: verizon has the best cell phone service!!
9: Wyoming, yellowstone incredibly gorgeous
10: Husband comes up with the most crazy phrases. Silly honey.

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: beautiful brown onions are my favorite. They call to me and always ask me to cook them. I can't resist their gorgeous selves.
2: the verdict is in: I don't make BBQ pulled pork often enough. It's heavenly!
3: spending a day without TV is refreshing! I feel much better after yesterday.
4: I have such a hard working husband. I love him and am grateful that he takes such good care of our little family.
5: yellowstone. Almost didn't happen, but hip hip hooray it is still on for next week. {a weekend with my Hubby seriously needed}
6: friends make life better
7: looking forward to fall... I crave the crisp air
8: having a dilly bean canning party tonight :)
9: listening to my friend about her dating life, giving her pointers and super grateful to have my sweet Hubby.
10: my momma is fabulous and sunday is her birthday :) I'm grateful she was born and she's my mommy!!

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: hours are being cut back at work. Unfortunate. However I look forward and plan on being a little more wifey.
2: I love canning! It feels super good and I love hearing the pings :)
3: spending my day off trying to get the house and yard in shape... Hard work but worth it going the extra mile for my sweetheart
4: family time is always the best.
5: road construction is the worst!!!!
6: mitch and I have been cooking more lately. I'm really enjoying it :)
7: knowing my boundaries and not pushing them.
8: it's hard not to judge sometimes
9: everyone has different priorities.
10: trying to focus more on my Hubby.

What have you learned this week?

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: I'm constantly tired lately. Not enough time for naps {not prego folks}
2: food storage is important. It's our main goal right now.
3: I highly enjoyed spending yesterday evening mowing our yard, watering, weeding a bit and fertilizing :)
4: Harry Potter 7.2 was amazing, incredible and touching. I need to reread the books
5: trying to plan our trip to yellow stone
6: called to jury duty. Is it bad that I want it to be an intense case?!
7: trying to stay hydrated... Yay for water
8: brown hair suits me best! It makes me feel most like me :)
9: it's amazing what a few years does... The things I've learned, the childish behaviors I've dropped, things I no longer like. Lol.
10: my Hubby spoils me!! Thanks for letting me always get my nails done love

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: my purse is a mess... Its my everything bag
2: everyone has their own love language
3: neighbors can be ridiculous
4: I need lots of rest. It helps my mental state
5: I have the best husband! Thanks for the back message love!
6: I love going into work at 8 and getting off early!!
7: looking forward to my Saturday afternoon date :) the new Harry Potter, dinner and perhaps some shopping too
8: weeding is always more enjoyable with someone else
9: knowing your boundaries, what you can and cannot do is incredibly important.
10: I should cook more...

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: sun kissed raspberries fresh from the garden are the best!
2: my all time favorite summer tan line is from my flip flops
3: not everyone has the same amount of patience
4: I'm someone who needs and enjoys alone time.
5: I need to be better at serving others... Like my Hubby.
6: it's not always about me.
7: baby chicks are so cute. Maybe someday I'll own my own. Probably not. Lol.
8: my boys need different levels of attention
9: flowers make my life better... They beautify my home and feed my soul.
10: pepsi once opened does not taste the same after chilling it back down in the fridge. Kinda tastes like fridge. Yuck. Lol.

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: home renovations may seem 'simple' ... It's SO much more work than you thought.
2: I'm a sporadic project do-er... I like to jump back and forth
3: even my boys need some of their own time with us. Hiking with Jake was wonderful today
4: turned 24 on Wednesday - it was a fabulous birthday
5: staycations are wonderful {note to self, don't plan so many projects}
6: I love hiking, enjoying nature- except I HATE finding snakes!!!
7: sonic has a good coke with lime
8: Im in love with summer thunder storms!! Wish they'd stay longer
9: laying in bed and enjoying the quiet of the morning is absolutely delightful. Especially when you take the time to relax and enjoy!
10: my oven is a challenge... It cooks too hot and fast :( my muffins turned out a bit toasty

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

1: always take the picture
2: game night with friends are super fun!!
3: back scratches from the Hubby are the BEST
4: cezar is terrified of fireworks
5: renovations make for a messy house
6: dual survival is a new favorite show
7: sleeping in is needed every now and then :)
8: I need to practice more patience
9: I love love love air conditioning
10: painting... Exhausts my hands lol

10 things I've learned this week thus far...

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1: girl chats are the best
2: walks in the evening are wonderful
3: quality time with my Mitchel is important.
4: it's okay to put weeding off, just one more day
5: everything in moderation
6: snickerdoodles are my favorite
7: I'm not in love with budgeting but it's important
8: all four of us are wussies... Lol. We are outta shape. We will conquer Grove Creek
9: I love frozen yogurt.
10: I could seriously eat Cafe Rio's Pork Salad everyday!!!