Day 2..

Okay…I’m going to do this now while I have the chance. 

2. Something you love about yourself.

Without sounding too conceited, I love my sense of humor.  I think I’m funny…so even if no one else does…I make myself smile lol.  I like to think other people enjoy my sense of humor as well…but the truth is…it doesn’t bother me if they don’t.  I love so much to laugh, and so I love that I can laugh in the midst of almost any situation. 

<3Lorie

What insomnia can induce….

Okay…so I’m going to steal this from my friend Kandice who got if from Zeedlebeez.  I want to give credit where credit is due…and I think it sounds like fun!

Day 01 → Something you hate about yourself.
Day 02 → Something you love about yourself.
Day 03 → Something you have to forgive yourself for.
Day 04 → Something you have to forgive someone for.
Day 05 → Something you hope to do in your life.
Day 06 → Something you hope you never have to do.
Day 07 → Someone who has made your life worth living for.
Day 08 → Someone who made your life hell, or treated you like crap.
Day 09 → Someone you didn’t want to let go, but just drifted.
Day 10 → Someone you need to let go, or wish you didn’t know.
Day 11 → Something people seem to compliment you the most on.
Day 12 → Something you never get compliments on.
Day 13 → A band or artist that has gotten you through some tough days. (write a letter.)
Day 14 → A hero that has let you down. (letter)
Day 15 → Something or someone you couldn’t live without, because you’ve tried living without it.
Day 16 → Someone or something you definitely could live without.
Day 17 → A book you’ve read that changed your views on something.
Day 18 → Your views on gay marriage.
Day 19 → What do you think of religion? Or what do you think of politics?
Day 20 → Your views on drugs and alcohol.
Day 21 → (scenario) Your best friend is in a car accident and you two got into a fight an hour before. What do you do?
Day 22 → Something you wish you hadn’t done in your life.
Day 23 → Something you wish you had done in your life.
Day 24 → Make a playlist to someone, and explain why you chose all the songs. (Just post the titles and artists and letter)
Day 25 → The reason you believe you’re still alive today.
Day 26 → Have you ever thought about giving up on life? If so, when and why?
Day 27 → What’s the best thing going for you right now?
Day 28 → What if you were pregnant or got someone pregnant, what would you do?
Day 29 → Something you hope to change about yourself. And why.
Day 30 → A letter to yourself, tell yourself EVERYTHING you love about yourself.

 

 

So I’ll start with Number 1. 

Something I hate about myself…

Truthfully, I try not to hate things about myself…but there are actually two things. 

I am incredibly indecisive.  Whether it is important, or absolutely ridiculous, it will probably take me at least 20 minutes to even begin.

 

And…I can’t go places by myself.  I can run into stores and shop.  But I don’t go in places to eat alone.  I’d rather get it and eat in my car in the sweltering heat than in the restaurant by myself.  If I go to the movies alone…I’m so worried about it, I usually can’t really pay attention.  =/ Look out for day #2 tomorrow! 

<3 Lorie

Thank you for the concern…

My mother is doing quite well.  Thank you so much for all the prayers and thoughts!  I’ll update soon!

I feel ridiculous when I cry for no reason...

Like now...just thinking about everything going on...I think I get a little overwhelmed. That said, my cousin has a blog, and she does what she calls "Thank God on Friday," or, TGOF. I didn't read hers until this morning. But I have realized that I have a lot to be thankful for in the past week.
1. I am thankful that I can finally see the big picture coming together on this wedding planning stuff.
2. I am so thankful for my mother, who just wants to give me a nice wedding, and for me to make a good, spiritually driven life with my future husband.
3. I am thankful for Michael, who understands when I just don't want to talk about it sometimes.
4. I am thankful for a job offer.
5. I am thankful for facebook. I realize that seems a little crazy, but it helps me keep in touch with people, and seeing pictures of my sister and nephews and their new life in Charleston comforts me because I miss them.
6. This is the last thing. I am greatful for all of my family, and Michael's family. Life has been stressful lately. There has been so much to do and think and plan, and it seems as if everyone is doing all they can to make it a little easier on us, and for that I am grateful.

<3 Lorie

The worst and best day of my life thus far...

Tomorrow. Tomorrow will be the worst and best day of my life thus far. Tomorrow I am going to see Michael. We will meet after he gets off at the new apartment. And it will officially be his, until we are married, then it will be ours lol. I love knowing we will have somewhere to live. That being said, tomorrow I leave. And this weekend my nephews leave. For South Carolina. They will no longer be 30 minutes down the road,and to be perfectly honest, I'm not sure what I'm going to do. It's always been my hide out. My place of comfort when things get rough. My "place" is not actually a place, but people. Being around Ben and Jake and my sister have supplied some of happiest moments in my life. Being able to be around the three of them whenever I want has been a blessing that I'm not entirely sure I'm ready to be without, but I have no choice. Life is changing fast, and I admit, I'm a little sad. I'm excited about all the opportunities that are about to be presented, but I am sad that things can't just stay this care free forever.

All that said, I have a TON of things to do this weekend. On top of 2 meetings for jobs, I have to go to David's Bridal to get something there and the Men's Warehouse to arrange for the fittings for the tuxes. I'll do that all that and one meeting Friday. As for Saturday...we have to move him in, register, go look at 2 furniture outlets that are in town, and then we're having some "us" time. We're going to the titanic museum and then to see a movie. A little relaxation will be amazing. We have people to visit, and family and friends to see. So some time to do something fun is a must. And we have a lot of little "wedding things" to make decisions about. Oh...and pictures...we are going to have our pictures made. Not full on "engagement" pictures b/c I'm not so much into that seeing as how time is flying and I have more to do than have our picture made....just something to put in the paper and put up at the wedding that we're not wearing hoodies or camo lol. I would guess a majority of Sunday afternoon is going to be spend organizing and putting things away in the apartment. And then Monday I have another meeting. So...all in all...I have a busy few days ahead of me...which I know is for the best to keep my mind off of things.

And some exciting news...2 brides maids have ordered dresses...2 down 3 to go!!!

I guess I'll get back to packing the truck for my trip tomorrow...

Love,
Lorie.

I appreciate opinions...

But it's time for me to be decisive. So I have...I picked a dress. And a color. The end. The color I want. I have done my best to make it easier for everyone to get the dress. But for sure, it's the color I want. I couldn't decide on another color, and I know it's because they are not the ones I truly love. I have talked about this color forever, and I am not settling for something else. But I did find places that carry the dress near all of my brides maids. Now to get the ordered before the end of the month and we'll be good!!!


Love,
Lorie

Whose idea was it to have a wedding?!

Okay...planning a wedding is hard work. Especially for someone as indecisive as I am. I did, however, accomplish a lot while shopping with my mom Saturday. We have a unity candle. And I bought the first batch of flowers (online-so we'll see how they look). Also, I picked five styles of brides maids dresses. Now I just have to decide on a color. I am quickly learning that the color I really wanted does not exist. So, I am now torn b/w a dark red but not burgundy, navy blue, or plum (Which I know Michael will not care for). Either way, I picked a skirt that I like and 5 different tops, one for each girl. They can try on and pick out whatever. (After I decide a color which hopefully will be done tomorrow.)Once I pick a color, I have to gather all that information and get the girls and boys to order their outfits. After that I think things will slow down a little. I hope. Well...I hope you all are having a wonderful 4th of July holiday. God bless our soldiers. Please feel free to leave feedback if you have an ideas! =]

Love,
Lorie