valentine

because being cheesy far outweighed my desire to dress like an adult.  

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love it all.  

neighborhood walks // 1

sometimes i find myself trying to understand graffiti.   most of the time i realize they don't need it to be understood, just admired.

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take a walk. dance.  love openly.

celebrate // j's birthday

just over a week ago we celebrated j's 27th birthday in the mountains.  we went tubing, ate some expensive mexican food (we both prefer the cheap stuff) and held hands.  

thanks for spending your birthday with me my dear.

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surprise your best friend with coffee.  giggle out loud at a book.  try collard greens.

weekly gratitude // 8

it may not be christmas anymore but i'm still obsessed with povitica. 

just because it hasn't been written weekly doesn't mean it isn't happening.  i participate in an active life of gratitude.  this week i'm getting back into the habit of writing it all down.

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chances to argue and not let it ruin our entire evening

sweet notes from friends

late night baking fun
having the courage to say it's not ok
birthday celebrations
blueberries
finally purchasing my books for school (regardless of how much i spent)
medical terminology
the chance to start writing again
boulder canyon malt vinegar and sea salt chips (or as we call them; purple chips)
planned crafting projects with my honey
finally admitting that brussels sprouts are my favorite veggie (3 pounds worth my favorite)
pie
the chance to get home early 2 days a week so i can keep up with my classes
braids
birthday birthday housewarming plans
snow tubing on j's birthday

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be happy with it.  drink out of a jar.  buy a new pen.

my family

i sure do have a good looking family.

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love your life.  kiss a doggie.  read a book.

maybe our best photo yet

i don't think i've ever looked better.  

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be happy in the moment.  tell him you're proud.  try something new.

a kitchen witch

because every good kitchen has one.  because my mom just got hers back after a multiple year absence.  because i cannot wait to have one of my very own.

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embrace the traditions. squeeze their hand a little tighter.  love.