Ten on Tuesday

I really look forward to Ten on Tuesdays. Chelsea always selects the best questions. Thanks Chelsea, for making Tuesdays more interesting.

1. Fill in the blank. Sometimes I wish I was more _______.
Creative. I love to create! However, I haven't been good at utilizing my talents and creativity lately. When I was younger, I took painting classes. I loved it and learned so much. I also used to sew, but haven't since I was in Junior High. I asked for a sewing machine for a Christmas a couple of years ago and I'm embarrassed to say that it is still in the box. I have all of these ideas and plans and have yet to follow thru. I realize that God has given me this talent and ability to be creative and do things with my hands that others cannot and I'm doing nothing about it. That is going to change.

2. How do you cure the hiccups?
I don't get the hiccups very much, but when I was pregnant, both Mason & Taylor would get them in utero. My belly would jump and move and it was quite funny to watch. Unfortunately, this would usually happen almost anytime I laid down. Every time I got up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, I had the hardest time going back to sleep because of this. Somehow I thought I could help them get rid of the hiccups by swallowing a teaspoon or sugar or holding my breath. No such luck.

3. What are three of your favorite indulgences?
1. Pedicures - Before kids came along, I was fortunate enough to get them twice a month. Now, I'm lucky if I get two a year.
2. Unsweet Iced Tea from Chick Fil A - Yes, I know I'm from the south and everyone drinks sweet tea, well except my husband who despises iced tea, but I prefer unsweet tea. It's refreshing and just makes me smile.
3. Twilight series - I'm currently rereading this series and I am loving it all over again. And yes, I'm Team Edward!

4. Where is the most exotic place you would like to travel to? The most mundane?
Greece. Since I was a little girl, I have always wanted to visit this gorgeous country. Anytime I watch Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, it's only reinforced that I will one day visit Greece.
The most mundane, Garner State Park in Texas. I loved camping and I have fond memories of this State Park. It's in the middle of nowhere, but I love it.

5. Does having your time planned out stress you or relax you?
It depends on the situation. Any normal day, it relaxes me. I feel more organized and better if I know what lies ahead for the day. Now if I'm on vacation, it stresses me out when the day is planned out. I don't mind having an idea of what I want to do each day, but I don't like a set schedule. I'm on vacation and want to go with the flow and relax. I don't like wearing a watch when I'm on vacation.

6. What are your favorite fabrics to wear?
Cotton. It's light and super comfortable.

7. Do you sleep thru the night?
Before I had kids, yes. For the first four months of a newborns life, you don't get much sleep. I would be happy if I got four consecutive hours of sleep. Both of my kids are great sleepers and sleep thru the night. However, lately, Mason has been waking up at the crack of dawn to play. I have tried everything from taking away his naps to putting him down later, no such luck. I'm sure it's a phase, but I don't usually drift off to sleep until about midnight. Waking up at 5am isn't my favorite thing to do, but like I said, I hope it's a phase. It's been about 3 years since I slept in and even if I could, I don't know if my body would let me.

8. When you were younger, what did you think you would be doing at this age? How close is that to what you are doing?
I wanted to be a teacher when I was younger. After my first year of college, I decided to change my mind. I also saw myself as a mom and a wife and I'm thrilled to say that my wish came true. I guess I am a teacher in some ways. Everyday, Mason & I have "school." During this time, we read books, learn about letters and numbers, and work on art projects.

9. What has surprised you the most about growing up?
Age is just a number. I used to think that when I turned 30, I would be so old. It is weird to think that 15 years ago, I was a freshmen in High School. But as I have gotten older, I realize that age is just a number and you are as old as you feel. A few years ago, I never thought that I would be looking forward to turning 30.

10. Are you good at keeping secrets?
Yes. I don't like to keep secrets from people, but if a surprise is involved, it's even more fun. Besides, most of the time, it's not my secret to share.


On another note, I wanted to wish my mother-in-law, Nancy, a Happy Birthday! This picture was taken at our wedding during the mother/groom dance. Hope you have a fabulous day and we wish we could be there to celebrate with you.