The important things...

I got this Andy Rooney quote from Jenna's blog "The Duty Family".  I found it so inspiring that I decided to re-post it. 

I've learned.. that the best classroom is at the feet of an elderly person.

I've learned.. that when you're in love, it shows.

I've learned.. that one person saying to me "You've made my day!" makes my day.

I've learned.. that having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world. 

 I've learned.. that being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned.. that you should never say no to a gift from a child.

 

I've learned.. that I can pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help her in some other way.

I've learned.. that no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.

I've learned.. that sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.


I've learned.. that simple walks around the block with my father as a child, did wonders for me as an adult.


I've learned.. that life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer is gets to the end the faster it goes.


I've learned.. that we should be glad that God doesn't give us everything we ask for. 


I've learned.. that money doesn't buy class.

I've learned.. that it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.



I've learned.. that under everyone's hard shell is someone who wanted to be appreciated and loved.


I've learned.. that to ignore the facts does not change the facts.


I've learned.. that when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.


I've learned.. that love, not time, heals all wounds.

I've learned.. that the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people who are smarter than I am.


I've learned.. that everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

I've learned.. that no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.



I've learned.. that life is tough, but I am tougher.



I've learned.. that opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss.

I've learned.. that when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.


I've learned.. that one should keep his words both tender and soft, because tomorrow he might have to eat them.

I've learned.. that a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.


I've learned.. that everyone wants to live on top of the mountains, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it.

I've learned.. the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

Pinky Pig

On Saturday, I went over to my friend Sara's house after work and some much needed thrift store shopping.  I brought over stuff to make cake pops along with things that were pink for her daughter (because that is her favorite color).  I decided that we could make some pig cake pops and did the best I could to make these suckers look like pigs.  I did a post about cake pops here if you'd like to look at the recipe and how to make them. They are really delish, if you've never tried them.

I ended up decorating most of the cake pops, which wasn't the plan. As you can see, there were not too many pigs because once you start making a bunch of pigs you start feeling like one. Sophia did like decorating the bowl with icing though, so she did help in that aspect ;)

We then read princess stories and watched Rudolph :) This little girl thinks I'm Ariel, so I can't say no to her haha.  It was an awesome and relaxing night, which is just what I needed.

So, on another note...my boss sent me a Santa video the other day and I cannot handle it.  You input information into a database and send your friends videos from Santa. It's awesome. The website is called Portable North Pole.  I really think you should check it out. I've been slowly sending the videos to my friends <3   PS: You can choose if your friends have been naughty or nice.  Which have you been ;)
 

Freaking Friday

Here are a few pictures from my iPhone:

I'm not sure if you remember, but I talked about my failed attempt to make origami flowers here.

I failed miserably. Steven then made me these...obviously we know who has the creative gene...

If I ever have time in the morning I like to make myself a breakfast sandwich.  This is a bacon egg and cheese on pancakes with syrup. Not kidding. 

Maxwell wrapped up in the newspaper bag...

Beach when Katie and Ashley visited

Sometimes he is so antisocial...

Other times he won't leave me alone...

I'm having a pretty bad day so far, but two things have helped to lift my spirits:

1.

My friend Ashley sent me this and it brought tears to my eyes

2.

Melina, one of my best bloggy friends, made me a button (look to the left).  It is beautiful and oh so thoughtful of her.  Why did she do this you ask?? Well, just because she knew I wanted a button, but am 1. computer illiterate and 2. too busy to take the time to make one.  Seriously girl, shout out to you and your selfless ways. So sweet.  I think you all should go and check out here blog here.

<3

Happy 27th Birthday, Steven.