.self-image.

.self-image.

"Worrying is like rocking in a rocking chair... It gives you something to do but it will get you nowhere."

Do you ever have moments in your life where it's almost like you instantly start seeing life through a new perspective? Like you are totally blind to something and then all of a sudden, you notice something about yourself or even someone else that makes you change the way you see things. Well, today I had that happen to me.

I didn't realize how insecure I had become. As a high schooler, I really felt like I did well maintaining a positive self image. I can't believe how that has slowly changed. I spend a weekend with highly educated people and I begin to notice that I am constantly judging my every move..."I need to be sure to sit up straight" "Try not to sound country", "I have to make a good impression". Wow. I can't believe I was telling that to myself. I used to have confidence. I never saw people with "power" over me. Of course I  respect  adults and everyone but, they never intimated me like they did now, well.. like they did early today. 

Why did I care so much? Honestly, I don't think it was one event that allowed for a drop in my self-confidence. I believe it was a series of events. I believe that not graduating college "on-time", not being able to truly bring in income to my household (other than my small weekly paycheck), and a few other instances led to the crushing of myself confidence. 

BUT...WHY?

Why should I allow this to crush my self confidence? I really should have seen that I am BLESSED with a husband who has a decent income, I am doing great in college, and I have a job! 

Today, I realized that doubting myself and worrying about every little thing was pointless. 

My new goal for myself is to be myself, be proud of myself, reach my academic goals, and to stop worrying. 

.halloween.

I am pretty sure that I have decided what I am going to dress up as for Halloween this year...

Just remember to "Drop it like it's hot!"

=) 

           

{Heaven Scent Cakes}

Here are a few pictures from a photo session that I did with Heaven Scent Cakes. Not only do they make beautiful sweets but they taste amazing, too! 

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OR

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.the strength of an army wife.

For the past few months, my husband has been going out of town for business trips.  I swear I am the biggest chicken when it comes to staying home alone. I hear every noise and, of course, think the worst thing possible will happen without him home. I try to feel a little sorry for myself not having my husband around for a few days.


So I am having one of my "feel sorry for myself" moments and I decide to call up on of my girlfriends, Allie. Allie got married December 21, 2011 to the man of her dreams. His name is Blake. Just after two short weeks of becoming newlyweds she had to say "goodbye" as he left for deployment. 


Army wives are tough. I couldn't imagine being a newlywed of only two weeks and then not seeing my husband for months after. Not to mention being an army wife would have to be the most nerve wrecking experience. There were a few times that Allie and I were hanging out and Blake would call. Because of the time difference, he would either be just getting in from a "mission" or not able to sleep. I didn't realize what exactly missions were and I truly still don't understand but, I know that every time his platoon goes on one, they are risking their lives. 


With all of that being said, first and foremost, I would like to thank all of our service men and women for what they do. THey sacrifice their lives, time with their family, and so much more. When my husband leaves, I still miss him. But, I still count my blessings because I know that his trip is only temporary and the heating units that he works on aren't shooting back at him.