The house is empty except for me & the two cats.

So, last night I cleaned the house (I hate to come home to filth) & worked on my paper. I’m 1/2 done. I finally feel like I’m on break!

Arkansas so soon!

love,

Natalie

At a rad 14 degrees outside, it makes it almost impossible to get out of bed & do anything. Luckily, today is the start of Thanksgiving break so I have no real need to be productive… except for a 6 page paper that’s haunting me to start. 

Everyone’s already left for break & I’m stuck at The Love Nest until Monday evening which creates a lot of spare time.

what to do, what to do:

• read, read, read- What’s So Amazing About Grace? by Philip Yancey & Eat, Pray, Love  by Elizabeth Gilbert
• knit a large portion of a scarf that is actually turning out o.k.
• work on Christmas gifts
• check out a few recipes I’ve been eyeing
• MUST WRITE PAPER!!

Why I adore him 🙂

love,

Natalie

Winter’s almost here!

Good evening, everyone ♥

It has been such a beautiful day in Missouri. It was definitely chilly, but the sun was shining & I could definitely feel the warmth on my walk around downtown. I’ve started thinking about gift-giving for Christmas, and I’ve decided to limit my spending to $50 for all of my gifts. I plan to make most of my gifts. Every gift actually, except for Tori’s (which I found at a crafts fair in Arkansas.) I’m so excited because it has really challenged me to be creative & really spend time on the presents I’m giving. I’ve come to realize that time is more important than money, and the time I spend with my family this Thanksgiving & Christmas will be far more cherished than any present.

With the holidays approaching, the ladies at The Love Nest are in the baking mood. Anna & Katie made gingerbread cookies and muffins along with cinnamon coffee. If you’re craving something sweet, add a tad bit of cinnamon to your coffee grounds & it will cure that craving (it is delicious, too!)

& something to be excited about- home next Tuesday, Arkansas next Friday.

love,

Natalie