There are days when I look around me and wonder just what I have been doing with my life. I see all these people that I went to high school with that are a year or two older or younger even and they are buying houses, and starting careers. And sometimes it makes me take a step back and wonder where I went wrong. I know God's timing is always perfect... and that He knew each step I would take before I took it. And I know that the path I have taken as gotten me to where I am now. I have an amazing man by my side that I know was made to be my perfect match. I just can't help but to feel ... I dunno... almost lost at times. I work at Walmart. I dropped out of college because of a relationship. I have a bit of debt and nothing to show for it, even if it is getting paid off slowly. I will be turning 26 this year, I'm not married, I have no kids, I have no savings whatsoever to even think about getting a house. *deep breath* I miss my Moma and my Mamaw and the rest of my family who are all 2400 miles away, but I'm happy right now for the most part. I can't see myself ever being without Chris and he couldn't handle living in Ohio unless he had to. And honestly I don't know that I could move back to Ohio any time soon even if he was gung ho about it. But I know I just have to keep my head up and keep moving forward and relying on God and His timing and His will for me and to know that it isn't in my control. It never has been... As long as I follow Him, it will all be ok.
On another note, I am down to 276.4 as of this morning. 321-276.4= 44.6!!!! *doesalittledance*
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Things to ponder
There has been quite a bit going on that is just starting to come into light. At work, a lot of people have been getting hired... and people getting fired for dumb reasons. Just yesterday we lost one of our long time Courtesy Desk associates. No one is really sure exactly what happened, but its a curiosity to say the least. We think it was because she gave back $100 too much to a customer, but she would have had to had a coaching within the last year in order for that to call for termination. One of our other girls was saying that anything over $50 counts double... but I did the same thing and only got my first verbal. So who knows. I suppose only time will tell.
Chris is still looking for a job. He has been in contact with Farmers Insurance about a possible position but I have a funny feeling about it. I just pray that God keeps His hand on it and will open the doors He wants Chris to go through. We have also been quite lazy on Sundays and have been missing church, a habit we need to break. I always feel so much more lifted through the week when we have gotten up on sunday mornings and spent time with our church family. This weekend, it starts. No more options, or over sleeping. We will go... and go and go and go. *nodnod*
There has also been some talk about a bigger step. No, he hasn't asked me yet, he wants to ask dad first. But we have been talking about options. Both of us being close to our families, we can't decide on a place to have a wedding. If we do it in Ohio... it would only be my family that would most likely be able to attend. But if we do it in California, only his family would be present. So we think we have come to an alternative that includes the people that would absolutely kill me if I got married without them present... perhaps a court house and such. And then having receptions in both locations. Nothing is set in stone... but its been in conversation. He asked last night if I thought we should rush it. I've never been more sure about anything in my life, so in my opinion, nothing would be rushed, just done. But I suppose we will see what happens.
Bills have been hitting hard the last couple of months. It seems like there is something new to add around every corner, and I'm not sure how we are going to handle them. As long as Chris's taxes are deposited on the 15th, things will be paid, it will just be a matter of being able to eat. His best friend is in the process of loaning us a bit to help get through, but the bank is jacking him around so that hasn't happened yet. But I know God is a big God and has His hand on it and that His timing is always perfect. *deep breath* Please pray.
Chris is still looking for a job. He has been in contact with Farmers Insurance about a possible position but I have a funny feeling about it. I just pray that God keeps His hand on it and will open the doors He wants Chris to go through. We have also been quite lazy on Sundays and have been missing church, a habit we need to break. I always feel so much more lifted through the week when we have gotten up on sunday mornings and spent time with our church family. This weekend, it starts. No more options, or over sleeping. We will go... and go and go and go. *nodnod*
There has also been some talk about a bigger step. No, he hasn't asked me yet, he wants to ask dad first. But we have been talking about options. Both of us being close to our families, we can't decide on a place to have a wedding. If we do it in Ohio... it would only be my family that would most likely be able to attend. But if we do it in California, only his family would be present. So we think we have come to an alternative that includes the people that would absolutely kill me if I got married without them present... perhaps a court house and such. And then having receptions in both locations. Nothing is set in stone... but its been in conversation. He asked last night if I thought we should rush it. I've never been more sure about anything in my life, so in my opinion, nothing would be rushed, just done. But I suppose we will see what happens.
Bills have been hitting hard the last couple of months. It seems like there is something new to add around every corner, and I'm not sure how we are going to handle them. As long as Chris's taxes are deposited on the 15th, things will be paid, it will just be a matter of being able to eat. His best friend is in the process of loaning us a bit to help get through, but the bank is jacking him around so that hasn't happened yet. But I know God is a big God and has His hand on it and that His timing is always perfect. *deep breath* Please pray.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Updates and Enchiladas
Lots of stuff has gone on... but then again nothing of note, really. We did have an amazing time yesterday having Cookie and Maranda visit. They brought enchiladas and brownies. I told Cookie I need the recipe. I had never had enchiladas before but I apparently like them. They were warm and filled with red peppers and black olives and cheese and meat and sauce... Yummmm.
I'm officially down to 281.4. That makes 40 pounds total that I have lost since Feb. of 2010 when I moved home and started losing. I'm so ready to be out of the 280's tho. I know it's coming, and soon. !! :)
As you might have been able to tell, Chris's grandpa passed away on April 2. He took it hard but is holding up well. He was a great man and will be missed very much.
I... I don't know what else to add at the moment. Hmm... Oh well.
I'm officially down to 281.4. That makes 40 pounds total that I have lost since Feb. of 2010 when I moved home and started losing. I'm so ready to be out of the 280's tho. I know it's coming, and soon. !! :)
As you might have been able to tell, Chris's grandpa passed away on April 2. He took it hard but is holding up well. He was a great man and will be missed very much.
I... I don't know what else to add at the moment. Hmm... Oh well.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Saturday, March 19, 2011
A Pillowcase full of warms!
As per my usual the last few months, I had my Friday and Saturday off once again. These days are normally when I do laundry, dishes, the weeks that I get paid we go grocery shopping. This week was no different... and as always I had my partner in crime right with me for every step. And honestly I wouldn't have it any other way. As of March 11, 2011 I can officially call Chris my "boyfriend." And yet when I say that, it seems so childish at times. I have yet to figure why I feel this way about the term, however I do have an idea. Chris is my best friend, and that man that I honestly believe that God has had for me all this time, my soul mate. So to call him my "boyfriend" just seems as if its an understatement... a misnomer. But nonetheless I am happy that the world now knows that we are together. He always goes shopping with me without complaint. He walks with me, pushes the cart, follows me up and down the aisles, helps carry the bags, and shows me love the entire time. He's always reaching for my hand, or kissing my cheek, hugging on me... I can't remember a time grocery shopping that I was ever so relaxed and actually enjoying myself. He laughs at me because he thinks its cute when I ogle kitchen appliances and cooking gadgets. So when we get back to the apartment and before we get out of the car, he smiles and tells me that he's thankful to be reminded of how blessed he is to have me in his life. And my heart melts all over again. How I love that man.
So that was yesterday. Today it was laundry day. Mind you the apartment complex we live in has about 150 people, possibly 200 with all the kids and such. A few of the units have washers and dryers in them, however most do not. Our laundry facility has 3 of each. Just 3 washers and 3 dryers. So its oh so much fun to do laundry on a Saturday. Three hours later its all finished, yet come to find out, it isn't all completely dry. Oh goody, because of course there is a TON of room in the apartment to hang things. Ha. But still, I am blessed to have a man that can always make me laugh no matter the situation. As we're taking the laundry out of the one dryer that was open for us to use, I decided to put it all into a pillow case. I hand it to him to hold on to and he hugs it, smiles big, and says "Sarah! I found the warms!! A whole pillow case full of them!!" and I can't help but to smile. Our room is typically chilly so we joke about keeping "the warms" under the covers so they don't escape. Even now, thinking back I can't help but smile at it. Hehe.
So that was yesterday. Today it was laundry day. Mind you the apartment complex we live in has about 150 people, possibly 200 with all the kids and such. A few of the units have washers and dryers in them, however most do not. Our laundry facility has 3 of each. Just 3 washers and 3 dryers. So its oh so much fun to do laundry on a Saturday. Three hours later its all finished, yet come to find out, it isn't all completely dry. Oh goody, because of course there is a TON of room in the apartment to hang things. Ha. But still, I am blessed to have a man that can always make me laugh no matter the situation. As we're taking the laundry out of the one dryer that was open for us to use, I decided to put it all into a pillow case. I hand it to him to hold on to and he hugs it, smiles big, and says "Sarah! I found the warms!! A whole pillow case full of them!!" and I can't help but to smile. Our room is typically chilly so we joke about keeping "the warms" under the covers so they don't escape. Even now, thinking back I can't help but smile at it. Hehe.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Customer service pet peeves...
There are a few things that drive me crazy working customer service. Here is a short list.
Leaning over the counter to see exactly what I am doing.
Feeling the need to show me on the reciept as I am trying to do what I am doing. I really can find it myself...
Standing 3 inches from the person in front of you when you don't know them. I could almost guarantee they don't like your breath on their neck.
When I ask is there anything wrong with the item, I don't require your life story, family history, or intimate details. Nor do I need you to take it out of the package and give me a tour of every stitch ans seam.
Please don't stand there and mumble about how pissed you are or how ridiculous a policy is. Truth be told, I don't care and it isn't worth my job to change the rules based on your opinion.
And when you are using a pen...please hand it back the way it was given. Do not feel the need to replace the cap or retract it.
Thank you.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Cravings
For weeks I have been craving really good pizza... something very well done. And finally, finally! We got a pizza from Ye Olde Pizza Shoppe here in Newberg, and turns out, it was completely worth the $23.50 we paid for it. And to top it off, they had these amazing peanut butter cookies with icing... mmmm.
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