sweet summertime

I can't believe it is almost July.  How did this happen so quickly?  In the last month-ish, we have moved into a new place, I am employed (first graders here I come), and I have become addicted to Panda Express.  I am so grateful for this time.  I love summer.  I'm not sure how I'm going to get used to being in one place every single day because I have quickly acclimated to doing what I please and watching an outrageous amount of HGTV and the food network.  I know I will love it though.  Will I be ready? Not a chance.  The idea of my first year of teaching is so exciting and daunting all at the same time, but I'm ready to jump in with both feet.

I'm learning a lot about (my lack of) discipline.  I can easily be diligent about cleaning my apartment, checking things off of my to do list, spending time with my loving husband.  Being diligent about my time in the word is sometimes a different story, and there is nothing more frustrating.  I am so grateful for a husband who holds me accountable, leads me, and loves me for who I am.

Speaking of this wonderful husband of mine, we have almost been married for a year.  How time flies.  This year has been phenomenal (not perfect), but we have learned so much about one another, about life, and about God.  I have learned about Brian's love for hamburger helper, his claustrophobic tendencies with snuggling, our addiction to treats, and countless other quirks.  I have learned how selfless he is, how focused on what God is calling us to do he is, and how unconditionally loving he is.  I am beyond grateful that I get to go through life with this man.  Heading to KC soon to celebrate and go to the water park of course.

We are going to have an addition to our family within the next year.  Yes, I am...wanting a puppy.  When we move out of our non- pet friendly apartment, puppy here we come.  I have quickly decided on a yorkie-poo to be named Peanut.  The husky will come a little later. 

Father's Day came and went.  It's always a reminder of the man I miss, the man my husband never had the chance to meet, the man who shaped so much of my life.  I am also reminded of all the people who have helped fill that role in my life, never replaced however.  I got to see my favorite little brothers last week and they continually remind me of how wonderfully blessed I am.

Love,
Mrs. Wilde