Peaceful

May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us.




Just a little quote I received today from my mama

Bumps in the road

I have been missing for a few weeks, literally from life in general. I won't go in to all of the details, but I had a strange sudden problem last week that I thought was a torn muscle (you know from all that tennis I've been playing), which in reality was an awful infection. Needless to say last week ended with me in the hospital for a few nights, had surgery, and now on strict orders to rest at home for this week until I heal. Sometimes when life throws you lemons, instead of getting really down about it, though I've had my woe is me moments, I just feel really thankful. Thankful that I have never had any other reason to be in a hospital before now, thankful for amazing family and friends who are still cheering me up, thankful for matt as always- still trying to make me laugh even if it hurts, and most importantly to my amazing mom who has been my nursemaid for two weeks- taking care of duties way above and beyond.

This unsolicited down time has also reinvigorated me in the work out department, and I really want to get into running when I'm all better (ask me again in two weeks if I feel the same way...). I'm sure it has a lot to do with the fact I am still hobbling around, a far cry from jogging much less breaking into a sprint. More realistically, I have been wanting a bike for a few years, a Crossover I think. We have an extensive trail system all around Fayetteville that I haven't even explored. I can think of nothing better right now than hopping on my bike, taking a ride downtown for a little art show, glass of wine and cheese, then peddling home again.

I digress... Thank you for all of your thoughts, concerns and offers over the past week to make my life better. I feel like my cup is very full and I am extremely blessed.

For the love of costumes

Yes I love costumes. Yes I realize Matt may not share that enthusiasm. This is my standing round of applause for his effort and approval to let me deck him out in western wear to become Woody Pride from Toy Story. Jessie didn't come along until TS2, but I thought we made a nice duo. Enjoy!

Pretty good outfits, no?
I only wish you could see his boots over his Wranglers,
it really made the costume complete!

Courtney and I

Sarah and I- Wish I had gotten a picture of Juno and Bleeker together, they were priceless!

"There's a snake in my boot!"

Dustin and Morgan, Storm Chaser and Tornado

Em and Steph -aka 80's rocker or Cyndi Lauper!

Em and Cody- what a cute blond as Sandy from Grease!

Allison threw a great party as always!

Don't Stop Believing

For all you fellow Glee lovers out there...Enjoy!
This guy taped himself singing all parts of the Glee cover song, Don't Stop Believing.

And here is my FAVORITE song so far this year, Bust Your Windows

If you haven't watched this new show yet, give it a try, it will make you sing and dance (or at least that's what I do!)

Turning red

Red leaves.. Red Razorbacks... It is officially Fall in Northwest Arkansas! Besides the insane amount of rain we've had over the past month, the temperature has been pretty nice. I am still waiting on a few more sunny weekends for a nice hike but Football really seems to get in the way lately.. Other than weather, I've been playing tennis (high five Michelle for our shut out last week), reading my first book in book club, enjoying a weekly Flow session (yoga, pilate's, tai chi mix), watching a LOT of gossip girl and football, and trying out new fall recipes!

Favorite recipe this month- Asian Sesame Noodles with Chicken

Without further adieu, a few pictures from September and October. Stay tuned for a Halloween post to come. After an incredible amount of brainstorming, our costumes for Friday's party are pretty dang cute, and not at all when we originally had planned...

My Sis Meredith's 25th Birthday dinner at Bordinos! At this point, we had polished off a pitcher of sangria, so mom's smile is quite cheery.

My good friend Molly chaired an event benefiting the Children's Safety Center, and raised some major dough to benefit our local kiddos in need. I'm so proud of her, and we all had a great time.

Celebrated Bikes Blues and BBQ down on Dickson! We don't really look the part do we...at least we had fun watching the bikers zoom all over the place.


Watched some Razorback football in Ft. Smith and surprised one of Matt's best friends, Brian, for his 30th birthday. Matt's is just around the corner, December!!

Hosted a Southern tail gate themed wedding party for one of my college friends Brooke (sandwiched between Theresa and myself). The bourbon punch was a hugeee hit ;)

All the hosts with Ms. Brooke! We were all ChiO's together, and we welcome all excuses to get together and throw parties. There is nothing like a good time with my great friends!

Matt's roomie from college, Taylor, was married on Old Main Lawn. We had fun catching up with all the PDT boys, dancing the night away. You can imagine whose idea that was.

This past weekend we all headed to the Curry's lake house to watch the Razorback's play and celebrate Matt's brother in law, Jeff's, 30th birthday. These pictures are towards the end of that night, but we had a blast playing yard games and sitting by the new fire pit.

Frizzy misty mess

You surprised me today by telling me how pretty I am... on the rainiest of days, when my hair is in a pony tail and I feel the furthest thing from pretty. I'm sure you have no idea how much I appreciate that. But I do.

Pitter Patter

I just have to admit it. I have a thing for maps and globes. So when I stumbled across this, my heart went a flutter. I think Martha Jones may have to order this for her fabulous new condo.

Cut out paper map of London!

Close up shot of one section, red version, super adorable.