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Reading:
I'm almost finished with this book, and so far it's pretty good. I'm excited to see how it's going to end. I keep track of all the books I want to read on Goodreads.com, put them on hold at the library, and then just go pick them up. It's so much better than browsing the library like I used to and picking a book that you hope will be good. On goodreads I can choose books that have good reviews, and I'm almost never let down.


Eating:
Lately I've been really into mixed vegetables. I guess because I really only eat two different vegetables, so it's a nice change. I can actually throw some broccoli in with them to make it a little more tolerable. The struggle is real! I'm also still loving my turkey salsa wraps. I've finally learned how to fold it up so that every thing doesn't fall right out! Ha!


Listening to:
Lecrae! His music just gets me amped up before the gym, and I literally get constant goosebumps listening to his lyrics. I love listening to him while I'm training-I can lift weights and worship God at the same time!



Loving:
Healthier hair! I finally did it. Instead of going for my usual trim, I got 4 inches chopped off! It was just so nasty and stringy, it was time. I love my hair long, but it just doesn't look good anymore. It'll take some getting used to, but at least now it looks so much healthier.

Thinking:
About how my husband and I have been together for 12 years this month! Isn't that crazy? I used to get bored with guys after a few months, and here I am 12 years later, and I'm not bored with Matt yet! ;) He really is my best friend, and I couldn't imagine life without him. I have a huge box of journals that I've written in since I was in the first grade, and it's pretty funny to read back through them years later. I love being reminded of the feelings and emotions I had when Matt and I first met and reading about what first drew me to him. Our faith was an instant connection. Meeting someone who had a strong faith is what I had always prayed for, and it's a rare thing to find. And then add in the looks, the muscles, and the personality, too? I mean, what more could I ask for? ;) After being married for almost 10 years, you don't always have that giddy feeling anymore; it's more of a deep bond and friendship that is actually far better. I'm still so happy and thankful to have a husband like him, and I don't take it for granted!


Doing:
So lately I've been feeling all crafty and stuff. I've been doing a little painting and decorating for Fall, and we finally got around to doing one of my Pinterest projects-framing our bathroom mirror. It looks soooo much better now! We replaced the old light fixture as well, which also makes a big difference. I totally forgot to take a before photo.We'll probably do the upstairs bathroom next.

Yup, I'm already thinking about Christmas! It's only a couple months away!

Watching:
Football! One thing I love about Fall is lazy Sundays, relaxing on the couch watching football. I'm also watching The Voice, and we just started watching this new show called Blindspot. My husband and I are trying to find a show we can watch together that we'll both like, so we're hoping this one will be good. Anyone have any recommendations?

Anticipating:
Our annual family trip to the pumpkin patch! Mostly, I just can't wait to see Celeste, because I just don't see her often enough! And the fresh, hot pumpkin donuts they make there on the spot...yeah...definitely looking forward to those. I'm just hoping we won't freeze our butts off like last year-that was not fun! I am hoping for a warm Fall, because this cold stuff is not my thing. Not my thing at alllll.


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