So this was harder than I anticipated. Day 2 fell on Em's birthday and we were on a mission. We traveled 1 1/2 hours one way for her gift and lunch. Actually, the day went pretty well until the end. J and I were both tired and a little cranky and I blew it.
So I did the dare the next day. All went well and on to day #3.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Em's birthday
The day started off great. I had very special plans for Emily and I could hardly contain myself. My plan for her 17th birthday was to take her in to Albuquerque and let her get her nose pierced. I know, I know. But she has been begging for months now and really, it could be much worse. At least it can be removed or hidden.
So we all headed in to the city. I asked J to come along since he is more accustomed to that "scene". We stopped and dropped the little girls off with my sisters and were on our way. Em was in the back listening to her Ipod totally clueless as to our true destination. I had told her that J and I were taking her to lunch.
It took a while and many, many U turns to actually find the joint. Note to self - write down the address next time. Don't trust yourself to remember it. Your brain stopped being able to handle that years ago.
All the while, I stole glances at Em to see if she was catching on. When we finally got to the piercing salon, and she realized what was happening, she started crying. Best birthday present EVER!
The reaction this piercing received from my sisters and dad left a LOT to be desired but in the end, she was thrilled. And I think it looks cute.
So we all headed in to the city. I asked J to come along since he is more accustomed to that "scene". We stopped and dropped the little girls off with my sisters and were on our way. Em was in the back listening to her Ipod totally clueless as to our true destination. I had told her that J and I were taking her to lunch.
It took a while and many, many U turns to actually find the joint. Note to self - write down the address next time. Don't trust yourself to remember it. Your brain stopped being able to handle that years ago.
All the while, I stole glances at Em to see if she was catching on. When we finally got to the piercing salon, and she realized what was happening, she started crying. Best birthday present EVER!
The reaction this piercing received from my sisters and dad left a LOT to be desired but in the end, she was thrilled. And I think it looks cute.
Friday, October 15, 2010
The Love Dare Day #1
Love is Patient.
Boy, this is perfect for me. No one who really knows me would call be patient but this is something that I pray about daily. "Please, God, help me to be patient and gracious with my family". I am excited about starting The Love Dare. Today's dare is to demonstrate patience and say nothing negative. I tend toward the negative side of things so I know that it will take effort and God's grace to see me through this dare. I can do it though! J better watch out! I am going to fireproof our marriage even if I die trying!
Boy, this is perfect for me. No one who really knows me would call be patient but this is something that I pray about daily. "Please, God, help me to be patient and gracious with my family". I am excited about starting The Love Dare. Today's dare is to demonstrate patience and say nothing negative. I tend toward the negative side of things so I know that it will take effort and God's grace to see me through this dare. I can do it though! J better watch out! I am going to fireproof our marriage even if I die trying!
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