Photo Challenge Day 6

Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day

For some reason, it took me forever to think of someone that I'd want to trade with...I guess that means I love my life.  But, when it comes down to it, I'd have to pick Taylor Swift.  Not only does she have a charmed life full of exotic places and gorgeous Hollywood hotties, she's lucky enough to get paid to sing.  If I could do anything in the whole world it would be that.  And, I picked Taylor specifically because not only does she get paid to sing, she's one of few artists that actually gets to sing her OWN music.  I love writing songs, poems, blog posts, anything really; and, to get paid to write and sing my own music would be the most amazing thing ever-- millions of people who relate to the story I have to tell.  In my opinion, it doesn't get better than that.

Photo Challenge Day 5

Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory

This has been the hardest one of these posts so far.  The only one that's really been "challenging."  It made me realize just how truly blessed I am.  I have a whole life full of wonderful memories...very few bad ones along the way.  I probably have had more joy in my 24 years than some people who've lived twice or three times as long.  With that said, I undoubtedly struggled with what memory to choose....

I chose pictures from the weekend that Wes and I met, because that is when my adult life truly began to come together.  Everything I have now would not exist if not for that moment in time....

It was the night before Saban's debut game.  Tuscaloosa was PACKED!  I was lucky enough to have a ticket, but there were plenty of people in town (Wes among them) who just wanted to experience the excitement in person.  Jamie, Whitney, & I (who are also people I have wonderful memories with) went to our favorite restaurant (Los Tarascos) to eat dinner that night.

Then, we went to a party at one of Jamie's friends from back home's apartment.  This was a party that Wes also happened to be at.  I'm standing on the porch, telling a Bear Bryant joke that was rather sacreligous (but hey, God has a sense of humor, right?) to a bunch of people when all of a sudden someone behind me says, "You're going to hell!"  I turn around, look up (which was necessary since he's 6'5"), and see Wes for the first time.  All I could do was grin, because he was grinning the most devilish grin I've ever seen.  As Kenny Chesney says, "You had me from hello."  We've been inseperable ever since.  While there are no pictures of us from that night, these next two are from the next night, at the same apartment complex.  Please don't judge us for dancing on the pole; again, to steal a line from Kenny Chesney again, "We were brave, we were crazy, we were mostly young.....

Photo Challenge Day 4

Day 04 - A picture of your night
Well, It started off relaxing on the couch with these friends:


Aren't they precious?

 Then, Wes and I went to the gym.  I played on this machine:


Seated elliptical rocks my universe!

 I also got to watch a whole hour of cable TV while I was at the gym (a treat since we cut back to local channels and netflix).  I watched a LOT of this:

Possibly my favorite channel

Photo Challenge Day 3

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show

The funny thing about this favorite is that I watch the re-runs more than the new ones...but I've never seen one that wasn't captivating!  And oh, oh, the eye candy (see below).......

    



Spencer Reid (oh so pretty)





Shemar Moore is definitely the highlight of the show!



V is the other show that I love right now.  I watch it every Tuesday night.



Tyler Evans is by far the most gorgeous part of V.



Photo Challenge: Day 2

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest

For this day's challenge, I chose several pics of me & Kristen.  We've been friends since almost before I can remember, and I have much older pics somewhere, but this is the oldest on facebook...taken when I was a senior in high school (I think):

And then this next one is from when she graduated high school (Kristen's 1 1/2 yrs. younger than me, but that's never mattered):

This next pic is from her dad's shop.  Wes and I went over there to watch Alabama win their 13th National Championship.  Kristen went to Auburn, but she was such a good sport, she wore a red sweater!

And, finally, this pic is from my wedding last summer, where Kristen was, of course, a bridesmaid.  She also sang "God Blessed the Broken Road" while Wes and I were lighting the unity candle.

I LOVE YOU KRISTEN!!!

A Picture's Worth a Thousand Words

I got this idea off a friend's blog....thanks Steph!  Check her out (on my bloglist on the right, she's "The Sweet Life")!

I'm starting the 30 Day Photo Challenge. Everyday, I post a photo from a list. You should play along too, it'll be fun :)

30 Day Photo Challenge!


The List:
Day 01 - A picture of yourself with ten facts
Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest
Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 04 - A picture of your night
Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory
Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day
Day 07 - A picture of your most treasured item
Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh
Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most
Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most ****** up things with
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate
Day 12 - A picture of something you love
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity
Day 19 - A picture and a letter
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book
Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change
Day 25 - A picture of your day
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss

Ok, Day 1: A picture of yourself and 10 facts

I chose this picture because even though I'm all dolled up for my bridal shoot, I think I still look really natural.  I also like how I look a little mischievious :)  Now, 10 facts:

1. I'm pretty much obsessed with peacock feathers.  I designed my wedding around them, have them in my house, and have clothing and jewelry that features them.  I think that they are one of God's prettiest creations.
2. I can't believe at age 24 I'm married, own my on home, and am halfway through my Master's degree all while working full-time as a jr. high Special Ed. teacher.  This is all good, but sometimes I secretly have mini-panic attacks about the fact that there's less and less spontanaeity in my life.
3. I love to cook, and I'm pretty good at it.  I can make several really great home-made icings, and know a secret for turning boxed cake mix into the best cake this side of your grandmother's.  I'm also a lover of casseroles and have several that I make that are definite winners.
4. I made it through the first round of auditions when American Idol came to Birmingham a few years ago, but I chickened out and didn't go back the next day.  This is one of my biggest regrets in life.
5. I'm adopted.  I think most everyone knows this, since its never been a secret, but it gives me a different perspective sometimes when it comes to the definition of family, so I like to make sure people understand where I come from.
6. I don't exactly fit the mold of a "southern belle," but my favorite magazine is Southern Living, and I'm incredibly in love with Southern culture and traditions.  Politically, I'm pretty liberal, but in my own life I'm a little more conservative (usually).
7. Speaking of tradition, Roll Tide! :)
8. I love dachshunds and am the proud owner of 2 pretty puppies-- Bella & Ingram!
9. One of my goals in life is to travel to all 50 states.  I really would like to see the worl, but I want to start in my own "backyard" first.
10. I'm currently obsessed with online "shopping" for cars (because I'm getting one within the next year!).  I think I have analyzed and compared everything there is to compare between brands, and I thought we'd decided on the Volvo XC60.  BUT...that was before I discovered the beautiful 2011 Kia Sorento SX.  You'd never guess it (because I certainly didn't believe it at first), but it beats every other SUV in its class in techie stuff, is the only one that seats 7, and has the best warranty hands down...its also cheaper and incredibly sharp!  I can't wait until its mine!

FYI

Just thought I'd say a quick hello to my readers.  I miss you dearly, but until February 23, which is the day I finish my spring semester of grad classes, I will not probably not be posting anything.  I just wanted anyone who cared to know why I've been MIA, and why I will be MIA through this coming Wednesday.

One final thought....please pray for me as I finish up this HUGE semester!  I have a final coming up (my first in grad school, since most courses don't require those), and I will be submitting 2 final projects over the next few days.


I LOVE you guys!!!