The Good, The Bad, & The Awesome

A recap of last week with Instagram and the good, the bad, and the just plain awesome!

The Good

. Buying a new TV (it’s a big one…)
. Cute little Flip butt poking out of the covers

. Discovering new online shopping sites like Uncovet

. Making awkward faces to see baby smiles and laughter

. Stalking a bench at Marshall's for over a month, and it finally going on Clearance…

. Starting Christmas shopping early...Oh yes, I most certainly have.

. Pictures of husband in uniform ;)

 

 

The Bad

. When no one listens to you at Trivia although you were right

. Waiting in line 30 minutes at the Commissary, because you have 5 more items than allowed in order to use to the “Express” lane

. Husband loses debit card

. Husband doesn’t seem to care debit card is missing…

. The bar stools I ordered still haven’t arrived even though I keep checking the shipment process and they were supposed to arrive like forever ago...

. Returning library books 2 minutes late...grr!

 

 

The AWESOME

. The TV is mounted on the wall!! (Yes, I might be a little too excited about this)
. Cute mugs from friends asking Matt to be a groomsman in their wedding!!

. Making ridiculously good panang curry with sweet potatoes

. Launch is back every Sunday evening

. Three day weekends

. Running over three miles without walking!

. New TV premieres…I can’t wait to watch Revolution tonight.

. The arrival of fall-like weather

"And may the odds be ever in your favor."

As I mentioned in my Monday post, this past Sunday was our church's youth fall kickoff event. Matt and I began volunteering with the youth soon after we moved to Maryland. We've had a blast getting to know the kids and making great friends with other youth leaders. Matt and I were tasked with the adventure to host the first annual "Southpoint Student Ministries Hunger Games" where only the silliest, craziest, and frankly the hungriest survive! 

Matt and I dressed in our best Haymitch and Effie attire, and I donned my finest British accent. We divided the youth into districts 9, 10, 11, & 12. 



Let the games begin...
'Cinna'mon Toast Crunch Easting Contest: We gave one student from each district (boys first round, girls second round) a cup of cinnamon toast crunch (no milk). Whoever ate it the fastest won!

Next...
Peeta Flip: Two students from each district put swim flippers on their feet. Then they put pita bread on the flipper, flipped it up in the air, and without using their hands, tried to toss it through a fellow district member's arms. Unfortunately no pictures... 



We ended with a group game...
Arena Style Paper, Rock, Scissors...except we did Sword, Bow, Beast: Sword beats beast, beast beats bow, bow beats sword. Teams met in the middle of the "arena," counted down, and did their chosen motion. Whoever lost ran back to their side while they were chased by the winning district. Whoever was tagged on the losing team had to join the winning district.

It was an awesome time! Matt and I are both looking forward to a new year with the youth! I can only imagine what great things God has in store for not only the kids, but for Matt and me.

Crazy Schedules!

It’s Monday, and a new work-week has begun. I am excited that not only is this my short week (I get every other Friday off), but it’s also Labor Day weekend. Matt and I have made plans to visit North Carolina! I can’t wait to see family and spend time catching up with them all. Even though we were in NC this past May for my bother-in-law’s wedding, I started planning another trip since we arrived back in Maryland. It looks like this might be our only free weekend until Thanksgiving or maybe even Christmas!

Our schedule is jammed packed right now. I started working for a government contractor in June, and Matt continues to serve in the Coast Guard. His schedule isn’t the normal nine to five, and he has to stand duty every other weekend. So finding time to make long distance trips can be difficult. We also volunteer with the youth group at our Church. This has been such a blessing to both of us. With the new school year just beginning, we are about to switch back full-swing into the youth ministry. I can’t wait to catch up with all the kids, and encourage them throughout this year. Matt and I have also made a commitment to our small group that meets on Wednesday nights. This is also great way for us to stay connected with our church community!

Matt takes on even more by himself. I have to say that I am married to not only the most handsome man, but also the smartest, kindest, and most selfless person I’ve ever met. On top of his already full schedule, he volunteers with the Lexington Park Rescue Squad at least twice a month. Just last week, he also began as the assistant coach to a local high school varsity soccer team. Also, he is taking classes towards a master’s degree in intelligence. I am excited to say that he has maintained an “A” average in his studies so far! I’m so proud of him for his dedication and hard work. I just don’t know how he can juggle it all, but he makes the most of it! He’s always striving to serve others and do his very best. I know I’m biased, but I have the best husband ever! I seem to fall more in love with him every day.

Look at how handsome he is! <3
Photo cred: the amazing Millie Holloman

Well, I could make this entire post about my sweet husband, but I’ll save that for some other time. ;-) For now I’ll leave y’all with warm wishes for a grand week ahead!