Words on the Walls

This will sound funny, but I am not a fan of quotes on my walls. 

Actually, what I am not a fan of is inspirational quotes that I could never live up to.

For instance "Live fully, laugh often, love deeply". I love that quote. I really do. But most days I'm living like it's a glass half-empty world, scowling intensely, and not getting along with people.  (I'm not saying my attitude is right, either. I know that it needs work. Lots of work that I can't do alone).

But there were two quotes I have always wanted on my walls -

 the scriptures read at our wedding.

When the fabulous Denise opened her new Etsy shop Kiss the Sky (please read the shop's welcome, it's probably the most beautiful one found on the entire webernets) I knew that I needed to buy

Ruth 1:16 

 and Hebrews 13:2 for our home.

I actually think that these are two things that Freddy and I try to live up to. 

We 'do life' together. It's so very important for us.

And the hospitality thing? Well, we live in a one bedroom apartment, so we can't really host overnight gatherings, but something we treasure is being with those we love and trying to make them feel special when they are with us. It's something we value, to have people be a part of the every day moments and sharing them together.

I'm not at all saying that we have this life thing figured out, but these gentle reminders from the Lord keep me going. 

They keep me focused on what is important. 

And I know in His faithfulness, I will be what He desires. 

Maybe one day I will be living fully, laughing often, and loving deeply. That can be my new prayer.

Thank you, Denise for making these. My husband and I are still trying to pick the perfect spots for them to be enjoyed! 

Denise is celebrating the opening of her shop with a discount:

Receive 10% off in the Kiss the Sky shop this week.
{June 25- July1}
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Right Now

Reading

The Lost Wife

Just started it this week and although barely into it, really enjoying this book. Historical fiction is my go-to genre.  

Listening to:

A Rule Against Murder

I thought the beginning was a tiny bit slow, but this murder mystery started to pick up once there was a crime to solve.

Watching:

Breaking Bad

Holy moly. Now, I've always been terrified of all things drug related. And all things vomit related. This show is chock full of both (when I asked a friend if there was any vomit, his answer was "no, not really." I've learned that's a total lie. There is a great deal of vomit. Averaging one scene every other episode), but the acting is superb and the writing is fantastic. Thanks to Netflix we've been marathon watching seasons for the past week, causing some sleepless nights for me, however, I don't regret watching it.

Learning about:

Friendships. The past six months have left me reflecting on the value of true friends and the need for meaningful relationships. This has been a tough area for me my whole life. I know I can be a better friend, I just don't quite know how to do that. I need to be more understanding of others and be less um, snappy with people. 

Praying for:

-strength in our marriage

-absorbing joy, avoiding the negativity I tend to focus on

-health for those we love

-less stress