Hobbies continued.

I got super tired while I was writing my other blog so I stopped. I fooled you huh? You thought I only had 4 hobbies. Well I have more!

Crocheting: I love to crochet. Although I can pretty much only crochet scarves, washcloths, and...scarves-I love it. I enjoy how simple of a pleasure crocheting is and it can be done while accomplishing other things at the same time. Important things like, watching my favorite bad tv show, or while relaxing and reading, while spending time with family, friends or my lovely boyfriend(who now knows how to crochet!) I really hope to improve in my skills here; it would be nice to actually crochet in a circle and make a hat :)

Hobbies.

I guess I've been trying to figure out what my hobbies are. Yes at 24 I think it is time to gather up a few. Lately I've been scouring my mind and remembering what makes me happy. Some of these ideas I think I enjoy may end up a flop but at least I'm reaching out and exploring!

Gardening: I have talked about gardening for years and this year I have attempted it! woohoo. Actually I did try to garden last year but between living with 6 girls, and 2 puppies- not much survived. The poor spearmint didn't survive this year...I'm not exactly sure what happened but I'm thinking it was just too early and cold to even plant it indoors. The tomatoes(roma and cherry) and lavender are growing incredibly fast. James and I planted everything on a Monday and everything except the spearmint was growing by Sunday.


Dogs will eat your hard-earned flowers. Or knock them down the stairs. Which ever comes first :)

Photography: I was given this camera, Minolta 7s Hi-Matic by my grandma Chris. I have to special order a battery for this baby, so it's serious business. Back in the 60's(oh yeah, it's vintage!) when this was created, a mercury battery was used but those are no longer allowed to be made in the US due to environmental concerns. This camera also serves as a deadly weapon; it's basically a brick that snaps pictures. When I first went to college, photography was my chosen major. Sadly, I'm not good enough to be professional so I'm settling on photo-capturing as a hobby.  My goal would be to take some good pictures of things I love and frame them for now. I hope to someday have my art hanging some place other than my own bedroom.

Coffee is my luxury hobby. Who doesn't love a yummy latte on an icky, raining-so-much-it-makes-the-bottom-of-your-pants-wet day? I sure do. I especially love getting coffee in good company. Having a good friend to sit around with at a neighborhood cafe is one of favorite things to do.



Reading is another favorite. For now I am able to enjoy novels and fun books on facts but in the fall I will definitely be hitting the text books. I however, am very excited and blessed to be able to afford and attend a university! I love being able to read the Bible. God's word is so powerful and fulfilling; He offers me guidance, love, and wisdom all in one book.

We have growth!

All the plants we planted inside are now growing, yay!

James and I did some major yard work for a few hours today...the flower/veggie garden was so over grown  . We spent most of our time raking, digging, piling, and dumping. We started our compost pile too, so we hope and cross our fingers that will start decomposing into our much needed "free" soil. I say "free" because if you know what it's like to compost you know that takes hours of labor as well.

Going back outside again tomorrow morning! Hope we can finish weeding the garden beds tomorrow.

with a high of 57 on Monday...

...James and I are starting a veggie slash flower garden at his families home. We started roma and cherry tomatoes, lavender, and spearmint indoors so far. We have a lot of work cut out for us. We planted 50 tomato seeds without realizing they had to be spaced out 3-4 feet from each other. So we're thinking we will transplant them into potters and try to sell some at a local farmer's market. Our next step will be to start a compost pile from yard waste and scraps. We both are rookies at gardening but are very excited to be starting a potential hobby together!
Here is a cute video on starting veggie gardens:
http://www.howcast.com/videos/177903-How-To-Plant-a-Vegetable-Garden

There are so many tragic events happening around the world. We have been in the end times for a long time now and I know one thing for sure- God is love, he is not fear. We do not need to fear these events but live each day for our Savior and know he is going to protect us and has our best interest in mind.
Matthew 24:7 says, "Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world. But all this is only the first of the birth pains, with more to come."
My Bible has a little description that says "The fact is whenever we look for signs, we become very susceptible to being deceived. There are many "false prophets" around with counterfeit signs of spiritual power and authority. The only sure way to keep from being deceived is to focus on Christ and His words. Don't look for special signs, and don't spend time looking at other people. Look at Christ."

Look at Christ.

a couple days off feels so wonderful

Resting, day dreaming, and spending time with people who love me are my favorite things. and crafting! I have been crocheting a ton lately. I love it sooo much. I mostly make scarves, or as Nicole would say "sku-rafs" :) I made an attempt at little purses but the stitch I chose was too big so things would fall out. Not much of a purse ;) I also made a tiny ipod nano case, it's cute.
I will try to post pictures of my work sometime.

I went to the university to meet with the psych director but I guess she called in sick today. I will try to visit again tomorrow to work out my school plans for the near future. Yay! Even just being at the school made me feel better and reassured me that God's plans are falling into play. Thank you Jesus <3

Valentines Day

My love and I <3

It's 4 am

Why amI still awake? I've had to work the last 5 days in a row closing at my coffee job and I think that has thrown my sleep schedule off. I'm researching the flip, I kind of want to invest in one because it would be very convenient to have around. Plus it's so cute! I'm not sure that I need one though!

I'm checking back into school and I am so excited! I will be able to graduate in one year and I cannot wait to start a career :) I will be completing my major with a BS in applied developmental psychology and with a minor in psychology. I hope to start volunteering soon with some organizations that will help start me in the right direction. God is so good.

I really do enjoy my coffee job-I get to meet and talk with so many people I would have never normally had the chance to know. It's been so interesting the way strangers will open up and share their wonderful, funny, sad, offensive, positive and uplifting stories with me!

Life lately has really been wonderful, full of great people and interesting strangers of course. I feel so blessed to have people who love and cherish me. I love the Pendleton's. They have opened their home and hearts to me and well...they are the family of my favorite guy, James <3

I will count my blessings because this is the day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.