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Life Lately | July 2021

Hello, friends. I haven’t shown up around these parts since April! I’ve been in full on summer mode since I knew it was going to be an extra short one. We were in school through the first week of June and we return August 2nd. I personally think going back after Labor Day is the way we should be doing things, but they don’t really ask teachers what they want. Needless to say, I’ll be reporting for duty in about two weeks. Womp womp.

But let’s not think about that! So let’s see, what has happened with the Normans? I became a semi-successful plant lady, I got my bangs back, I discovered the most incredible face sunscreen, Paul and I went on our first vacation in forever, I read a lot of books, I got a new side gig, and I’ve cooked some seriously great recipes. I’ll share some of that and more here today and follow up with even more later on.

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Can you believe we have made it ONE YEAR through this pandemic? I remember this time last year when we were all so scared and stocking up on toilet paper. Thankfully, that toilet paper thing turned out alright! I did have a lot of fear about the virus, though. It took me almost a whole year to actually get it, but now that it’s behind me, I’m glad I’m mostly past it. I still don’t think my taste is 100% back to normal. I can taste almost everything, but there are some things I eat and it just doesn’t taste as good as it once did. Maybe one day… Okay, enough about the virus and the pandemic. Let’s get to some good stuff.

10 Lessons I’ve Learned in 10 Years of Marriage

It’s a funny thing to choose someone to spend the rest of your life with. I say that because when you’re falling in love and making that decision, you don’t realize what all is going to happen in your future together. You can’t begin to imagine the things you’ll get to face as a couple. We’ve been through a lot together in these ten years, and I am happy that as we get ready to start the next decade, that we’ve got a little bit of knowledge and know-how to help us navigate the way. Now don’t you for a second think I’ve got anything figured out, because I certainly do not. But, I have learned A LOT and want to share that with you as a tribute to my now ten year old marriage.

Three FREE Resources to Help Avoid the COVID-19 Nineteen

I’m not sure if that title conveys exactly what I am hoping to say, but basically, I’ve found some free resources that have helped me not gain any weight during our quarantine and I’d like to share them with you. I’m not saying I’ve lost any weight, because let’s all be honest and admit that those of us not going to work everyday are definitely snacking more and baking things we wouldn’t normally bake. And of course eating those things! So here are three resources that I’ve found helpful that can all be found on YouTube.

How I Single-Handedly Won the Iron Bowl

I’ve never been a big believer in superstition. Sure, I’ll knock on wood or throw salt over my shoulder, but when it come to sports, I know it’s completely out of my hands. Until last night.

Thursday Thoughts: When God is Quiet

Have you ever felt like you and God were on a break?

I know that’s a bold statement and might make some people stop and say, “Huh?”, but that’s what happened to me when we moved back to Greenville. I was very strong in my faith in Louisiana, and I had a very close relationship with God. I was involved in a church, I had excellent, Godly friends and coworkers that were speaking life into me everyday. I even turned our extra bedroom closet into a prayer closet where I kept prayers taped to the wall and where I spent nearly an hour every morning with Jesus.

Then we moved.

3 Things that Helped Me Survive the First Week of School

Yes, that’s right. School is officially in full swing. Excuse me while I go cry and mourn the end of summer.

And I had the flu, so that was fun. It seriously threw in some serious chinks to my chain, and I was not at all prepared like I had hoped to be for going back to school.

What I’m Watching and Reading this Summer

Summer is here! That means I tend to slow down, watch some Netflix and read a few books. I compiled a few lists of things to watch and read for this post. But I want your input. Look through the lists and tell me if it’s worth my time. Let me know if you’ve seen some of these shows or read some of these books.

Simplified Planner Review

On January 1st, my mom surprised me with a last-minute Christmas present of a planner. She knew I was on the hunt for one similar to the one I used in 2018 but wasn’t having luck finding it or anything comparable. I also wasn’t looking to spend a lot of money, so my options weren’t that great.

Two Lane Hi-Way at the Ritz

Greenville is full of insatiable talent. You would never believe that most of the people on that stage came from small town Alabama.

I always enjoy when Greenville talent puts on a show for the community. I’m sure many of you have been to see Puttin’ on the Ritz over the years and seen for yourself what great performers we have here. If not, you’re seriously missing out! Continue reading “Two Lane Hi-Way at the Ritz”