Happiness!

I have a calendar in my office that has inspirational Christian messages that I read everyday.  Today it said, "There's a lot to be said about choosing happiness--and it's best to remember...it is a choice." 

This quote today has special meaning to me here lately.  I have learned over the past few months that letting go of the "perfect" way of life and actually "living" life are two totally different things and I need to do more "living" in my life.  It is absolutely a battle everyday to try not to get caught up in the little things that I end up turning into big things...and in result...I end up missing the big things.  Does that make sense?  I am choosing happiness in my life...my marriage...my walk with God...in watching and absorbing every moment of my girls lives!  They are growing so fast and I do not want to miss the "big" things anymore. 

The past two weeks have been a little weird/sad/scary/eye opening for me.  A dear friend of mine has come back into my life and she is having a really hard time with life right now.  When she first came to me with her problems...I did not know what to do or say to her.  It seemed out of my hands...and then I realized...I needed to pray for her and put her in God's hands.  I have prayed for strength and knowledge of things to say to her.  I have prayed for peace in her heart and mine.  I am praying for healing for her.  I am praying that she chooses "happiness".

Moving on to the "bigger" things! :)

Paisleigh took a cheer-hip hop class at her pre-school this summer!  It was adorable and she loved it.  Here she is shakin' her groove thang!  

Greg the "Super Dad"!! Yes, EVERYBODY wanted to be on his shoulders at once! ha!

We took a family vacation with the Brownd's in August to Ruidoso!  I am loving this new tradition of ours!  This year Paisleigh rode the horse all by herself and Abi was big enough to ride too with a little help!  They were so proud of themselves! :)

Ms. Fashionista Abigail! Diggin' the shades!

While we were in Ruidoso, Paisleigh got her first pedicure...and she loved it!  I definitely think this could become a regular thing for Paisleigh and her Momma!

I love our family! This is HAPPINESS!

The girls in their matching uniforms for pre-school!  I think they are adorable!! Such sweet sweet sisters!

Choose Happiness!

Blessings,
Lauren