Happily Andrews After

This weekend, I engaged in a discussion on social media about tattoos and faith. I honestly wish I had kept my opinions to myself. Not because I think that they are wrong... but because there are some people who are so closed off to any ideas other than their own, that they will not listen. I wish I could post screen shots of the conversation, but the original poster of the topic has taken it down.  I'm not going to get into thoughts of the debate here, but I will just say this. I have tattoos. Three of them. And I think Jesus loves me just the same as those who do not. But opinions are like elbows right? Most everyone has them. Just like points of view, or sides to the story..... Everyone wants to be heard... That's really what social media is now, right? A platform for other's views... It used be fun. It used to be just when people took pictures of their kids doing funny things, or what they made for dinner, or their Christmas tree decorated in front o...

We have 37 days until our wedding. I cannot wait. I am so ready. But I keep thinking of things that need to be done. That's normal, right? This morning, when I walked outside, it felt like fall, and I loved it. LOVED it. I keep looking at the picture of my wedding gown... I can no wait until I can see how it all comes together. My biggest worry is that the reception will be boring. And I will hate it if it is. So, here's hoping the DJ is as fabulous as I hope he is and that its fun! The days are passing so fast. It will be here before I know it. And I'll be on my honeymoon before I know it. And then I'll be back at work before I know it. I hope there are tons of pictures so I can have it all remembered. 37 more days....

This weekend has been full of wedding hustle and bustle. We are in the home sketch, with less than 75 days to go! I can not believe that we are this close to our wedding and being husband and wife. Time goes by so quickly! After this weekend, and a lot of the big things that were accomplished, I feel a lot less anxious about the actual event. Everything is coming together so nicely, and I have had wonderful people come along side me to help. I could not do this without them. The next chapter of our lives is so full of possibilities and we have a lot of choices to make on where we want to go and what we want to do. Steven will finish up his apprenticeship in the next 10 months, and then we will have to decide to either stay in my hometown, or move back to his. Or, will we go somewhere new for both of us. We have talked about all of these possibilities and we have one plan so far, but we are open to others if they are better for us. I love talking about how the future and what we may...

For a long time, I've thought about how I could do something to reach out to others who, like me, live with a chronic illness. Its not a secret to my family, or my friends, or even my coworkers that I have a chronic pain condition. But what could I do for others who, like me, at times feel alone, or trapped inside our own bodies? So, I've decided to blog about it. Probably a lot. I'm not going to change my blog name, because I will still blog about my life in general. Let's face it. Fibro touches every part of my life. Every single part. Every single day. I've always struggled with where I wanted this blog to go, what I wanted it to say, and this just feels right.  I don't know if it will help anyone else, other than me. Just putting my words out there. I hope that it will. I hope that others will know that they are not alone. This is not a pity party. Its just life as I live it.  I also hope that others, who maybe have friends, family or even just know some...

It's probably not what you think. It's not a job, or a relationship, or wardrobe choices... it's not something I purchased or didn't purchase, or somewhere I went or didn't go.  I am fairly young, and as long as I am alive, I will continue to make choices the best I can. My biggest regret so far in life is not being present in the moment. Not cherishing the time that I am in, and not soaking up every experience through every one of my senses. We live in a fast paced world. We need what we need and we need it yesterday. We run at a break neck pace to keep up with schedules that are crammed full of errands, chores, bills to pay, and places to go. We also live in a world where we are so focused on posting life to our social media that we aren't present for the moments in our lives. Or, we constantly have our phones out and we are scrolling while talking to someone or while we are doing another task. We are so interested in what another is doing that w...

There are only 6 more months until the wedding! I can hardly wait.. but ya'll, wedding planning can be a little stressful at times. I'm very happy with all the plans so far, but just when I think something is taken care of, there's another little detail to pay attention to. The great thing is, I know that no matter what, the day will be perfect because it will be filled with a lot of happiness and love. My main goal is to for everyone, including myself and Steven to have fun. I still have so much to do, and I need to be better at sitting down and planning. I need lists for my lists. I have a great help in my bridesmaids and I am thankful for them. I can't wait to spend time with them. I think we are going to have a fun time in planning the bridal shower and the bachlorette weekend as well.  And ya'll....Pinterest..... what can I say... I want to try every.single.idea.ever. I actually get a little overwhelmed at the ideas and have to stop looking at it for...

Steven and I celebrated our first Thanksgiving in our new home. We hosted dinner for a few family and friends complete with with turkey and all the fixings. We followed up with pumpkin pie, and of course football. It was a beautiful day, and we enjoyed it so much. It was also a very busy day, and unfortunately, we did not get any pictures! We are not Black Friday Shoppers, so we stayed home and decorated for Christmas! All the inside decorations are up and as soon as we get a chance, we are putting up the outside decorations. Today, we did run some errands. I told someone that you know you have reached a new level of adulthood when you look forward to buying a vacuum cleaner. But it was good to get out and spend time together. We enjoyed some Target time, and of course Starbucks, and finished our night out with a stop for pizza at our favorite place, Frank's. Two words... "Gilmore Girls." Oh dear, this is my favorite show of all time. I have been watching the new ...