Alright, okay, I am officially the worst...it's been too terribly long...but please let me explain...so much has happened, and I'm sorry...I really, really am...but allow me to express my deepest regrets...

First of all...I got commissioned (very fancy Methodist talk), so now I am officially a Reverend! Oh YEA! That happened in June but leading up to that moment, there were lots of papers, preparation, interviewing, and 19 years worth of school (NBD!), but it ultimately culminated in a beautiful service of blessing in Virginia.  What does it mean to be commissioned? Well that's a long, long story, which I'd love to tell you, but this blog is strictly for updates, so maybe next time (to calm your anxiety and anticipation here's a fun link to learn more: http://www.gbhem.org/clergy/provisional-membership).  Don't worry, I'm wearing a child's robe in that picture (I saved money and the cost of alterations!).   I promise I will definitely write more about "being a pastor" sometime soon!
 

In a September, I celebrated 10 years of being on a journey toward healthier living!  It's been hard and awesome! but mostly hard (just kidding...not really) Cue celebratory music!





Oh, I almost forgot...I got MURRIED (sp?!)...and we went on to Ireland on our honeymoon (my favorite place!!!! with my favorite person!!!!)

That was all in October, and the subsequent holidays flew by with a sea of red sweaters and delicious treats...did someone say treats? where?

Life has been crazy, and I am so grateful for the reprieve that this season of winter turning to Spring will bring.  I am hoping that slowing down will bring some more free time for doing things that are fun-like writing and blogging and sharing all of the quirky, fun things that come along with all of these new adventures.  I look forward to catching up even more, but for now, I have to go--you see there is the fourth Forensic Files marathon of the week, and I just cannot miss watching this episode for the 7th time.  I mean what if the science changes this week! plus I heard it might snow (like a lot), so I need to focus my energy on making sure that happens.  You know the good kind of snow; the kind that enables you to make snow cream and snowballs to throw at your husband. 

Love you a latte!


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