Beauty Divine.

I did it.

and I love it.

and it's everything I want to be reminded of the rest of my life.

It's the angelic symbol for Compassion...

the words are the title of an AMAZING Brandon Heath song...



Does it ever catch your eye
Beauty divine
In an old man's tears
A little girl's smile
If it feels like a song
One that belongs to you
Stop making sense
Your weakest defense
Just quiet your mind
Let the world unwind
See we're not alone
He makes Himself known
in time, His own time
chorus
So *Breathe*
Life will surprise you
Just Be
It's what the world denies you
You see
The truth is all around you
Believe
We're not alone
He makes Himself known
in time, His own time
chorus
So *Breathe*
Life will surprise you
Just Be
It's what the world denies you
You see
The truth is all around you
Believe
Believe
Does it ever catch your eye

Goldendoodles...

I wish I could say that today was as beautiful as the Spring weather God gave us yesterday, however, that's not exactly the case. I waltz out the door this morning with my coffee in hand (infused with chocolate carmel creamer) and about slipped on my behind. Freezing rain is what was in store. I don't think I'm going to exit my room for the rest of the day. It's definitely one of those days, I want to curl up in a ball, read a book, and take a nap.

Now onto my next point... I want a Goldendoodle.... LET ME REPHRASE THAT... I NEED A GOLDENDOODLE...

I've always wanted one... My first year of college I would send my mom pictures reminding her... I took a break for awhile... and NOW I'M BACK... I mean... I REALLY want a tattoo... but I'd rather have a Goldendoodle... and let me tell you... I REALLY like my new jogging shorts... you know.. the kind with a built in sorta underwear and ventilation sides... but...not like I know that I'll really love this little guy or girl...

I'm not sure this burning need is very healthy... I'm sure it would be frowned upon... BUT SERIOUSLY....

They truly are the perfect dog... much like a teddy bear. President Obama has one... (I think) AND NO... that's not why I want one... It's the perfect mix.. a poodle and a golden retriever. Temperament is ideal....

Goldendoodles are an intelligent and obedient family companion. They are everybody's friend and devoted to their family. They are friendly towards children, other dogs and pets, and easy with strangers. They are social dogs, happiest when with people. Goldendoodles are likely to get into mischief and develop behavior problems if they spend most of their lives alone. Their intelligence, eagerness to please, and love of learning make them very easy to train. They are medium-to large sized family dogs with easy dispositions.
Sounds sorta perfect... who needs a man when you can have a Goldendoodle?

Hello Life

Well, here I am again...

Mourning for what I've missed.
Mourning for the person you are.

So, I'm praying to my Prince of Peace
Won't your will be done...?

I feel so crazy for missing you.
and the act of considering...

Hello inner strength
It's nice to meet you again.

Silence speaks in volumes
Greetings harsh realities

Destiny in it's prime
Just catch me now Saving Grace

It's a brand new day
and I've got my faith

Just take my pain
I'm laying it down

I'm singing this anthem to you
My everlasting friend

113 Mph

Ah so frustrated...

I think you're mind is moving 113 mph it's such a a good thing... THAT IS, if you're thoughts are running so fast in an organized fashion. I'm going home to see my best guy friend. My love. It's his birthday and I'm going to surprise him. Tomorrow I get to see my lovely Lindsay. I don't get to see her newlywed working self very often. I'm very excited for she brings a different sarcasm to my life. I miss her dearly. I can't wait until we reminisce tomorrow evening and reaffirm our leaning on type of friendship. However, so sad that I'm not going to be relaxing and karaoke- ing it up with Christina... next weekend my soulmate... NEXT WEEKEND!

I lobbied at the capital Wednesday afternoon. It was an exhausting day however I discovered that I have a secret love for social welfare policy. As I was promoting the mental health parody to one republican (dare I say it) representative... My blood was boiling. While he's concerned about insurance premiums rising 8%... I'm pointing out that by not offering full mental health coverage on insurance plans... will lead to bigger problems and cost our society even more money in the future. This is something so many people don't understand. They are more concerned about the right here and now instead of thinking about what problem they will have on their hands in the near future. Minnesotans have let some of our Iowa legislators know that after they went to full mental health coverage that premiums went up LESS THAN ONE PERCENT-- that sure doesn't sound like 8 PERCENT TO ME... Mr. Republican is getting his numbers from Insurance agents in Iowa... hmmm... Does anyone else see a problem? -- aside from that, if we do see premiums rising... then why not just put a cap on it? Ahhh frustration.. and passion at the same time..

say it with me... VAGINA!

You are my sweetest downfall
I loved you first, I loved you first
Beneath the sheets of paper lies my truth
I have to go, I have to go
Your hair was long when we first met

Samson went back to bed
Not much hair left on his head
He ate a slice of wonder bread and went right back to bed
And history books forgot about us and the bible didn't mention us
And the bible didn't mention us, not even once

You are my sweetest downfall
I loved you first, I loved you first
Beneath the stars came fallin' on our heads
But they're just old light, they're just old light
Your hair was long when we first met

Samson came to my bed
Told me that my hair was red
Told me I was beautiful and came into my bed
Oh I cut his hair myself one night
A pair of dull scissors in the yellow light
And he told me that I'd done alright
And kissed me 'til the mornin' light, the mornin' light
And he kissed me 'til the mornin' light

Samson went back to bed
Not much hair left on his head
Ate a slice of wonderbread and went right back to bed
Oh, we couldn't bring the columns down
Yeah we couldn't destroy a single one
And history books forgot about us
And the bible didn't mention us, not even once

You are my sweetest downfall
I loved you first

-- Thank you Regina Spektor...

I'm feeling very empowered this evening. Exhausted... but empowered. I'm going to give partial credit to the Vagina Monologues. I love when women can join together and connect over the one thing that joins all of us together. I hate seeing women fighting women. Oh the things we could accomplish if we joined together. We all have a story that's very different... yet our stories... so much the same. Upon entering college, my eyes were opened to a much larger world. Various events have made the picture even more large. Thank goodness for events and productions like the Vagina Monologues to keep from our eyes getting foggy, for it's important that we as women stay empowered and understand what is truly going on with not only our bodies, but others as well. Say it with me... VAGINA! :) GO EVE ENSLER!

Oh, and you may wonder why the Regina lyrics, well, I've been listening to this song virtually on repeat for the last 3 hours. I'm giving Regina credit for my failure to push reply. Slowly... but surely....