Update

Okay friends. I know it's been quite a while since I last updated. I've been incredibly busy with work, then my dad came to visit. Let's see, where shall I begin?

Work. I officially stepped down as store manager. And we actually hired a new girl to be the store manager. But... she hasn't come in to do her paperwork. She hasn't called. I don't know what to think. So I'm still "acting" as store manager until we can get one in our store. Grrr. So I'll be a busy little girl during this wonderful holiday season pretending to know what I'm doing.

Thanksgiving. Because of work, we couldn't travel anywhere to see family. We were stuck here. But some friends of ours were having their family over, and they invited us. We had a good time. The food was yummy. The company was great. It was good. But it was still difficult not being with our own family. But it was neat seeing the families' traditions mix together. And I'll have wonderful memories of that time together. *Thanks, Amanda!*

Dad. This past week, he came to visit us. We had a great time.

Well, that's about it. OH! Except that we did get a little bit of snow! It started out as ice, which made the roads difficult to drive on. And we really didn't get that much snow. Probably only about 5 inches. But it was beautiful all the same. *Sigh*

Well, until next time. Maybe I'll post pics of our Christmas tree!

Pepper

Here is our neighbor's dog Pepper. Isn't he SO cute?!! He's a happy little hyper dog. Can't remember the breed, but he's a rare type. Anyway. So cute!

Oh, and I'm not the store manager at Vanity anymore. I decided that I just don't need, or want, that much stress in my life right now. So I stepped back down to assistant. We're making an offer to a girl for store manager today... hopefully she'll accept and the stress will be taken away from me!!

Vanity

As well as it being one of the 7 deadliest sins.... it's also where I work. After 3 weeks, they promoted me to store manager. What are they thinking?! And what was I thinking when I accepted the new position?!

Ah well. Here's just a glimpse into what my store looks like. It's located at a new outdoor mall. Very upscale and posh. Enjoy the pics!

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Love you Sissy.

Rachel's Wedding

This past weekend, we drove 6 hours to Memphis for the wedding of the year. Daniel's baby sister found the love of her life last year, and they decided to get married. At first, I objected strongly. But then I realized I couldn't argue with her. She's the same age I was when I married Daniel! How weird! But she seems so much younger than I was!! Ha! Oh well...

Anyway, moving right along. Here are just a few pics from the glorious day. She was so beautiful. Very different than anyone was expecting. They had such a wonderful time, and you could see the love between them just bursting! *sigh* Check out their cake toppers! How cute!

Fall Colors

The fall here has been one of the most beautiful times I've ever witnessed. The colors are indescribable. These photos don't do it justice, but I wanted you to get a small taste of the beauty. I see this beauty every day. When I'm driving to work, picking up Daniel from work, or going to the store, these sights are before me. So enjoy, friends. Enjoy.

Serenity

I was downtown in Fayetteville trying to snap some pictures of the beautiful fall colors. I found this little bench, kind of hidden away. It reminded me of the need that we sometimes need to stop our busy lives. We need quiet time to ourselves. We need to refocus our priorities. Slow down. Enjoy life. Don't just let it pass you by.

So here's a little reminder to all of you. Slow down. Live your life. Enjoy your life. Be blessed by the little things that you normally don't pay attention to.

I'm off to a wedding this weekend. My sister-in-law is getting married! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Missing Momma

I've been having a lot of days lately where I am struck with the pain of my momma's absence. It hits me like a ton of bricks. What it's triggered by is nothing and everything. I'll see a picture of her. Or I'll see her favorite blanket. Or I'll be eating dinner. Or I'll be driving my car. I miss her so much.

As Promised...

Well, I finally have the pictures ready for you all. I know... it's been a long time coming! ;) I hope you guys enjoy these pics of our new place. I really love it here! It's a great place. We're in a quiet little apartment complex just off one of the main roads. Right in the middle of everything! It's great! We're in a two bed/two bath. I didn't post any pics of the 2nd bed and bath, because they're just not that important! ;)

Part 1b

Okay, okay. I KNOW that I promised. I know! But I've been so busy with my new job, I haven't hardly had time to even eat. And I've had even less time to sleep. But I have several days off this next week, so hang tight. Don't give up on me folks! I will keep my promise!!!!

Pics to come this week. Love to all.

Our new apartment, part 1

So I've had lots of requests for pictures of our new apartment. *sigh* If only you guys knew... It's really not anything to write home (or friends) about. But I will cater to my lovely friends. This week, I PROMISE I'll post some pics of our place! Then you will see that it's not that great. But I love it still the same!

So stay tuned... pictures to follow soon!

More from last weekend

I found some more pics from when our friends were visiting last weekend. We went to the Olive Garden to eat one night. It was yummy! We tried the "Venetian Sunset" drink. That was also yummy! Our server's name was Leslie... same as my friend. So "the Leslies" had their pic taken. We're so goofy!

Cheap Thrills

I found the coolest vintage shop! This is probably my favorite store in Fayetteville so far. They have all their clothes seperated into decades. I've gotten a skirt and a dress/shirt both from the 60's. Just love it. *Sigh*

Sunsets

Since we've moved, I have seen some of the prettiest sunsets. Almost every day there is such a beautiful view of the sun as it's setting. So I thought I'd post a couple of pics of some we've seen. Enjoy!

More from the weekend

Here's some more pics from the farmer's market.