Uninspired, off-balance, & overwhelmed
These words perfectly depict my state-of-mind these last few days. I’ve felt a need for so many things, but with feeling under the weather & exhausted, I haven’t had any inspiration or desire or energy to do anything! I want to wake up in the morning feeling happy for the day; I want to wake up with a desire to run in the brisk morning air & slowly eat my bowl of granola & bananas. I want to come home to a comfortable home, full of warm blankets, lit candles, and laughter from The Love Nest ladies.
With fall approaching, with the leaves changing, I, too, want to make a change. I want to feel rejuvenated. I want to can some applesauce, get into a routine of working out, not worry so much about school when I should be relaxing, and bake more. These are my fall desires!
What are your Fall desires?
& on a completely different note, check out this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YE5aSUcU3YA. I was outraged after watching this commercial. It is just another way our government bends the truth.
Love always,
Natalie
Beauty surrounds us.
Breakfast by the campfire: organic crunchy peanut butter, organic apples, and english muffins.
On Friday- Luke, Kelsey, Joey, & I decided to head to Three Creeks park & camp out for the night. It was so beautiful. We stayed near a swimming hole & dipped our feet into the freezing water. It was so wonderful to see all of the autumn leaves & natural beauty not made by man- but by our Lord. Being in the wilderness really reminds me of The Creator who made me & everything & everyone around me. To spend a few days with only the necessities really helps me to breathe- to not be suffocated by all of the things I think I need.
In the last several months, I’ve been really forming a loving relationship with God. For once, I feel complete. God celebrates me & my uniqueness. By being outside, I am reminded to celebrate him & be thankful for all that he allows me to see, smell, feel, taste, hear, & experience.
What a beautiful life we live!
Today has been such a lovely day. It was my first day to volunteer for Walking School Bus, an organization in Columbia that urges kids who live one mile or less from their elementary schools to walk to school instead of riding with their parents. Our route is the longest (1.7 miles each way), but it’s so nice to get such a great workout in the morning & really get to know some kids in the town. Theo, a little boy in kindergarten, is my favorite. He carries a rolling, Spider Man backpack & has such a funny personality. We talked about spiders & super heroes most of the walk.
I was lucky today because my class was cancelled, so after work, I cleaned up The Love Nest (Luke & I are having a friend over from church, Ryan, who will be eating dinner with us) & baked some dark chocolate chip cookies.
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1. Where were you ten years ago?
I was living at home with my parents in Cabot, Arkansas and attending Southside Elementary school. I was a little, redheaded girl, obsessed with the Dixie Chicks & country music, in general. I wanted to be a country music star.
2. What is on today’s To Do List?
The day is almost over, but I plan on having Ryan & Luke over for dinner. We’re going to enjoy some delicious food & good conversation. I’m excited!
3. What would you do if you were a billionaire?
Firstly, I would pay for mine & my roommates’ college debt. I would buy my parents a historical home in downtown Liberty. I would donate money to graduate research on sexuality & women’s medical research. I would buy a van & travel next summer all across the United States. I would save some money & after college, open up a bookstore & small bakery where my dad & I would be business partners so he could quit the car business.
4. Name five places you have live.
1. Sherwood, Arkansas
2. Bryant, Arkansas
3. Cabot, Arkansas
4. Columbia, Missouri
5. My family now lives in Liberty, Missouri
5. Name three of your bad habits.
1. Worrying too much about being on time
2. Not making my bed
3. Forgetting about wet clothes in the washer so I end up washing them again because they smell sour
6. What are your favorite snacks?
homemade granola, sharp cheddar cheese, salsa & chips, & on occasion- Sparky’s ice cream
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I better get back to getting the house ready for guests. Tori, you come in three days. I cannot believe I only see you every now-and-then. You’re such a big part of my life! Oh well, I’m so so so excited to see you & talk for hours! 🙂