(Almost) Daily Ramblings #99

What I’m Listening To: "The Christmas Can-Can" by Straight No Chaser. Yup, I’ve begun listening to Christmas music again, ha ha!

Highlight of the Weekend: The weekend was just a great time for me to get caught up on so many little things so that I can enjoy the four-day weekend coming up. We went and saw The Blind Side this weekend, great movie, I highly recommend it. Had coffee with Jane, Seth, and Stephanie on Saturday morning, picked up my mom and David from the airport and got to spend time with them. Cleaned most of the apartment, shampooed most of the carpet, updated my NetFlix queue, found some new shows to watch, balanced my checkbook/budget, had a Scrubs marathon. Yup, it was a relaxing weekend with some productive chores thrown in.

Encouraging Part of the Weekend: Going to the nursing home and seeing Grandma Hicks. Last time I was there, she wouldn’t talk at all, but I got her to talk to me this time around. I’m trying to treasure these moments with her because only God knows how long she’ll be around. I’m also thankful for my GrandDad who has shown so much love and dedication to my Grandma, even when she’s been bull-headed. I love them both so much!

What I’m Looking Forward To This Week: The short work week, along with seeing friends and family all week!

Picture of the Day: This is the view from my GrandDad’s glider on his back porch. It’s probably one of my favorite places to lay down and just listen to the sound of the country (which is pretty quiet). It gives me a chance to rest and a chance to reflect.

Quote of the Day: “Courage is doing what you’re afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you’re scared.” Eddie Rickenbacker