Missing you...

I have been going through 'withdrawals' from not being near many of my wonderful college friends. I miss their support, spirit, creativity and faith. I am lovin' MI, but still feel like I am in such a transitional period on the relationship side-of-things. You know what I mean?

Adult Summer?

A year ago, I was thinking, "I better really soak up all the moments I can this summer, because it's gonna be my last one without a 'real' job"

However, I have been having such a great summer with so many fun moments! Want to see some of what I've been up to?

So grateful to be working and still having plenty of time to enjoy friends and God's creation.

Hmmm....Even Toyota is questioning social networking vs. REAL life!

And He said "It is Good"

A you a farmer's market foodie? Or a home-grower?

On my tiny homestead, I am growing: tomato, lettuce, lavender, lemon verbena, basil, and mint

The fresh bounty of these warm months is terrific isn't it?

Week in Review

This past week was 'heavy'. A student that I worked with tragically lost his life in a drowning accident. Also, my childhood best friend's mom passed away. Tough Stuff. I was filled with mixed emotions and perplexed by how temporary, fragile, fleeting, and beautiful life is. 

Then the weekend came.

On Friday I completed CPI training (certified physical intervention) training.

On Saturday I swam in the Flieman's pool and stopped by my Grandparents' annual 4th/ Outdoor music party.

Sunday through Monday was spent at the Barnes' cottage in Cadillac, MI. I enjoyed swimming, soaking up sun, attempting to water-ski, putting on temporary tattoos, cooking, and playing on the sand-bar.

I have a feeling this shorter week is going to go by quickly. I am anticipating another fabulous weekend with my girl friends: ikea, birch run and dancing in Canada. Excited :)

Grace and Peace to you.

Gr6

I know, I know I talk often about my love for West Michigan and Grand Rapids.
So here is just one more little post about this place I am proud to call home. Amway Corp. launched a contest where contestants enter six words describing Grand Rapids and what they love about this special city. It is pretty fun.
Just a few years ago when the auto industry took a fall, Grand Rapids had a much more depressive feel. However, our community has RE-BOUNDED!
I think 'Your Trip Begins', MichiganAwesome, Art Prize, and more music venues are just a few of the recent initiatives that have put Grand Rapids back on the map as a creative and alive place to be!