So today I have officially been around the world because tomorrow is my husband's birthday. Let me explain. Today I had 16 things to do/stops to make on my list. And they all had to be done in a specific order which for some reason makes it more stressful to me. However, I must admit I did find time to go to Old Navy and get not one, but two, of those great cotton shirts they have (one grey and one polka dot) which are perfect for fall in Georgia. And to make a great cotton shirt even better, I went to my friend's gift shop where she does monogramming and dropped them off for a little customization of the pocket on one and the sleeve on the other. Yes, I am a Southern girl; we don't buy it unless we can monogram it. I'll share photos when I get them back. Well, I think I will share photos because that was one of my stops, to get a new camera. My camera during our vacation in July suffered an unfortunate drop which caused it to render itself useless. I'm not sure how to work this new camera but must figure it out before tomorrow. Because, and I'm finally almost getting to the point of all this, we are celebrating D's birthday tomorrow with what I am calling his "Sports Extravaganza."
The man loves all kinds of sports so this pretty much is his dream birthday. First, he is playing in a charity golf tournament tomorrow (I'm going too as an assistant, not a player); then Friday morning we are going to the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton for a NASCAR experience (yes, meaning he will get in an actual race car and loop around the track for about 30 minutes going heaven knows how fast). This was his birthday gift from last year. There were scheduling challenges. Then Friday night we are headed to the Braves game. E and N are meeting us there. This is pretty special because this is the big night for honoring Chipper Jones. If you're a Braves fan at all, you probably are a Chipper fan. Then on Saturday, we're headed to Athens for the beloved Bulldogs game. Oh yes we are. My husband is pretty much over the moon with excitement.
Tonight is his birthday dinner. On the menu: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, peas (so we can make bird's nests), green beans (from the garden), cream corn (from the garden), watermelon and biscuits. For dessert? I cheated and stopped at Peggy Trueloves for cupcakes. D said he didn't want a big cake so cupcakes it is.
Oh and I also sneaked a little shopping for a decorating project I've got going. I'll have to post pictures of that too. I better get in there and figure out how to use the camera.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
The "Apple" of my Eye
Well, you know how you have to fight some days to keep perspective? That whole don't sweat the small stuff jazz? Well, honestly, as I've gotten older I really don't sweat the little things like I used to in my younger days. You just realize the older you get that some things just aren't as important as they used to be. However ... one thing that I "sweat" over is my cell phone. Okay, my name is Crevolyn Wiley and I am addicted to my cell phone. I'm sure that there is a 12-Step program for me somewhere. After all, the first step is to admit.
But this morning I'm almost in a little tiz just because: 1. I'm switching cell service providers; 2. I am perfectly happy with this provider which means my comfort zone and I are totally content together; 3. My husband insists that going on another plan will save us some money (but isn't my peace of mind worth something?); 4. I will be without my cell phone all day. Yes, I said all day. Apparently, according to my husband I'm supposed to back up my phone on my computer. Who knew? I honestly thought when Apple came out with iCloud that it was supposed to take that annoying little step away so I just stopped backing up my phone. I mean really, this phone can do everything else, can't it back it's own self up? I have better things to do. All this ranting to say... my phone and computer have to go to the IT department at the store for the day. The.entire.day. What in heaven's name takes so long? So I'll spend the whole day wondering who is calling, texting and emailing me and who is posting great things on Facebook and Instragram; all the while, attempting to pick it up to look up some random fact. Oh, the craziness of it all.
Or maybe I'll enjoy the peace and quiet. Maybe I'll listen and look for other things of much greater importance. Maybe instead of looking at my phone at the stop light, I'll notice the sky and beauty around me. Maybe I'll enjoy a conversation with an actual person instead of burying my head in my phone. Maybe I'll look my husband in the eye when he's talking to me after supper instead of obsessing over Pinterest. Maybe I'll hear God speaking instead of being so preoccupied with the buzz of electronics.
Maybe I'll let them keep it another day.
But this morning I'm almost in a little tiz just because: 1. I'm switching cell service providers; 2. I am perfectly happy with this provider which means my comfort zone and I are totally content together; 3. My husband insists that going on another plan will save us some money (but isn't my peace of mind worth something?); 4. I will be without my cell phone all day. Yes, I said all day. Apparently, according to my husband I'm supposed to back up my phone on my computer. Who knew? I honestly thought when Apple came out with iCloud that it was supposed to take that annoying little step away so I just stopped backing up my phone. I mean really, this phone can do everything else, can't it back it's own self up? I have better things to do. All this ranting to say... my phone and computer have to go to the IT department at the store for the day. The.entire.day. What in heaven's name takes so long? So I'll spend the whole day wondering who is calling, texting and emailing me and who is posting great things on Facebook and Instragram; all the while, attempting to pick it up to look up some random fact. Oh, the craziness of it all.
Or maybe I'll enjoy the peace and quiet. Maybe I'll listen and look for other things of much greater importance. Maybe instead of looking at my phone at the stop light, I'll notice the sky and beauty around me. Maybe I'll enjoy a conversation with an actual person instead of burying my head in my phone. Maybe I'll look my husband in the eye when he's talking to me after supper instead of obsessing over Pinterest. Maybe I'll hear God speaking instead of being so preoccupied with the buzz of electronics.
Maybe I'll let them keep it another day.
Monday, September 24, 2012
It's a Brand New Day
Does anyone else besides me wake up on Monday mornings with a fresh perspective on life? This morning has been so therapeutic for me. For one thing, it is absolutely beautiful outside. This is my kind of weather! Yay - for fall! When I took Kirkley out this morning and breathed in the fresh cool air, I could feel my spirits lift. That's when my fresh perspective emerged. I felt energized and renewed!
And boy howdy, did I need it! Let me just tell you the past few months and weeks have been a whirlwind, especially the past three weeks. E and I have been blessed to be a part of three wonderful weddings this month. All three have been outdoor weddings and God has certainly smiled upon us with weather that has been nothing short of incredible. Can I just tell you that there is a certain stress level that accompanies an outdoor wedding? Oh yes there is. But these three have gone off without a hitch! Weather - amazing! Sweet families - definitely! So, what more can you ask for? We have just had the best time. My heart soared this morning when E and I received a text from our last Saturday's bride who from her honeymoon wrote: "Thank you so much for everything! My wedding was absolutely perfect. Love you both!" Literally, brought tears to my eyes. And that my friends, is why we do what we do. That makes all the hard work and high stress level totally worth it.
We have a breather of sorts the next couple of months as far as actual events; however, the planning continues for December weddings and several already in the works for next year. Thank you, Lord for work that we adore!
So . . . all of that to say that this morning I am overwhelmed with thankfulness. Thankful to God who continues to show His love for me; thankful for my husband and the spiritual leader he continues to be for me and our family; for my family who are the most incredible group of people I know that bring joy unending to this girl; for a job that I absolutely love; and for fall weather!! Okay and on the totally superficial side ... for college football (i.e. Dawgs 4-0) and Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte. I truly believe we need to thank God for all of his good gifts! :)
So, friends, "this is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!" Every minute, every hour and every day is a gift. Open it and make the most of it!
And boy howdy, did I need it! Let me just tell you the past few months and weeks have been a whirlwind, especially the past three weeks. E and I have been blessed to be a part of three wonderful weddings this month. All three have been outdoor weddings and God has certainly smiled upon us with weather that has been nothing short of incredible. Can I just tell you that there is a certain stress level that accompanies an outdoor wedding? Oh yes there is. But these three have gone off without a hitch! Weather - amazing! Sweet families - definitely! So, what more can you ask for? We have just had the best time. My heart soared this morning when E and I received a text from our last Saturday's bride who from her honeymoon wrote: "Thank you so much for everything! My wedding was absolutely perfect. Love you both!" Literally, brought tears to my eyes. And that my friends, is why we do what we do. That makes all the hard work and high stress level totally worth it.
We have a breather of sorts the next couple of months as far as actual events; however, the planning continues for December weddings and several already in the works for next year. Thank you, Lord for work that we adore!
So . . . all of that to say that this morning I am overwhelmed with thankfulness. Thankful to God who continues to show His love for me; thankful for my husband and the spiritual leader he continues to be for me and our family; for my family who are the most incredible group of people I know that bring joy unending to this girl; for a job that I absolutely love; and for fall weather!! Okay and on the totally superficial side ... for college football (i.e. Dawgs 4-0) and Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte. I truly believe we need to thank God for all of his good gifts! :)
So, friends, "this is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!" Every minute, every hour and every day is a gift. Open it and make the most of it!
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