She mostly is sad because Shane is still working 12 hour days...precious.
In other news I want a new tattoo so I'll probably be posting ones I love.
Happy Tuesday!
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
how is it schmay already?
Oh my Lord! Why is it so tough to keep up to date with my blog?
Let's catch up on the important stuff:
Shane had his solo flight today! That means it was the first time in pilot training he's flown by himself. So proud of him and so glad the Lord has given us His favor during this tough time.
Keep the prayers comin'...we've got a long way to go!
But as stressful as it has been, its also been a lot of fun sharing this with Shane. Coming home and being silly is fun...one of my favorite things about marriage.
One of the besties *Kel* came to visit last week after her birthday--what a breath of fresh air! Heller! Praise Him! Lots of laughs as always make me miss the days with my girls. We'll have to have a getaway at some point in the near future.
Life on base has been less than amazing, but not too terrible. I'm super blessed to say that I can do whatever I want all day long while Shane is working WAY too hard for the both of us. So basically I try to tell myself my life is vacation. So I've been keeping myself busy with my very first garden (pictures coming soon) and working out. Soon to add to the list of excitement: LAYING OUT. Yes, that's right folks, the pools opens on Monday. We all know what that means, SPF 150 and a good book. During my visit at the eye doctor I did find out about a cool place here in Del Rio called The Firehouse that apparently is a lot of fun for the spouses. Classes and such about being even more of a suzy home-maker. So maybe I'll check that out.
Shane and I are going to Dallas for Memorial Day weekend so fun (and shopping) will be had there I'm sure. I really want some of those cutie mint colored skinnys, but we'll see how they look on the 'ol tree trunks.
Meanwhile two of my favorite shows (Bachelorette & So You Think You Can Dance) have started for the summer and I will probably be posting about my favorites for those, because I know everyone really cares about my opinion in the matter.
I've got to go, because I really am loving Glee's episode right now.
Let's catch up on the important stuff:
Shane had his solo flight today! That means it was the first time in pilot training he's flown by himself. So proud of him and so glad the Lord has given us His favor during this tough time.
Keep the prayers comin'...we've got a long way to go!
But as stressful as it has been, its also been a lot of fun sharing this with Shane. Coming home and being silly is fun...one of my favorite things about marriage.
One of the besties *Kel* came to visit last week after her birthday--what a breath of fresh air! Heller! Praise Him! Lots of laughs as always make me miss the days with my girls. We'll have to have a getaway at some point in the near future.
Life on base has been less than amazing, but not too terrible. I'm super blessed to say that I can do whatever I want all day long while Shane is working WAY too hard for the both of us. So basically I try to tell myself my life is vacation. So I've been keeping myself busy with my very first garden (pictures coming soon) and working out. Soon to add to the list of excitement: LAYING OUT. Yes, that's right folks, the pools opens on Monday. We all know what that means, SPF 150 and a good book. During my visit at the eye doctor I did find out about a cool place here in Del Rio called The Firehouse that apparently is a lot of fun for the spouses. Classes and such about being even more of a suzy home-maker. So maybe I'll check that out.
Shane and I are going to Dallas for Memorial Day weekend so fun (and shopping) will be had there I'm sure. I really want some of those cutie mint colored skinnys, but we'll see how they look on the 'ol tree trunks.
Meanwhile two of my favorite shows (Bachelorette & So You Think You Can Dance) have started for the summer and I will probably be posting about my favorites for those, because I know everyone really cares about my opinion in the matter.
I've got to go, because I really am loving Glee's episode right now.
Friday, March 16, 2012
back in the swing of things
Hey all!
An update on the craziness that has been going on lately:
Shane returned from IFS safe and sound, and quicker than expected. He did great! A few of the instructor pilot's (IP) he had said that he was impressive. Thank you Lord for hearing our prayers...we asked for His favor over Shane and He heard us.
Shane got back and things hit the ground running. Visiting both families and getting things ready to come back to Del Rio. We even got to stay a few extra days because of the President's Day holiday. Hanging out with everyone was great, as always. But we were excited to head back here and get things going. Shane doesn't start undergraduate pilot training (UPT) until March 12th, and I don't start substitute teaching until the 22nd, so we are just having fun hanging out as a family until then.
I had a few projects in mind in our down time, so here's what we've got so far:
Shane wanted to built something while I worked on (part II) my never-ending curtains project. We had a blank wall in our living room that I really wanted a table for. So, this is what he came up with :)
Okay, now on to my project of the year. Mercy. As you might have read earlier, I had a curtains project. I spend 5 or so hours on that one, and there was 3 panels remaining. However, I noticed that my iron-on method wasn't as successful as I had hoped. After actually using the curtains, the iron-on began to separate from the actual curtain panel. As you can imagine, I was not happy. 5 hours seemed to be wasted. The only other option I felt that I had was to sew the panels together. Luckily, Shane was going to IFS so I had a month or so to work on them at my parent's house using my moms sewing machine.
My eyes were bigger than my...ability. When I arrived in Allen I began sewing almost immediately because I was so excited. Shortly after I began I realized I didn't really know how to sew. What could be so tough about it? Plenty. So after twelve hours; yes, twelve hours, I was finished. With ONE panel. Ridiculous. Within that time I realized I have no patience, no desire to finish, and no striped curtain panels. I gave up.
When Shane returned from IFS, I only had one panel to show for it, and it was terrible craftsmanship. I wasn't proud. Luckily, my beautiful cousin JoAnn gave me a beginner sewing machine a few months ago. We got back and I saw my empty windows and I suddenly had more determination to finish the panels. So that's what I did while Shane built our table. Sew, sew, patience, sew. Patience, sew.
And here's the end result:
Measuring and cutting the black fabric into strips to sew onto the white curtain panels:
Pinning the ribbon I chose to hem the edges of each stripe of black:
An update on the craziness that has been going on lately:
Shane returned from IFS safe and sound, and quicker than expected. He did great! A few of the instructor pilot's (IP) he had said that he was impressive. Thank you Lord for hearing our prayers...we asked for His favor over Shane and He heard us.
Shane got back and things hit the ground running. Visiting both families and getting things ready to come back to Del Rio. We even got to stay a few extra days because of the President's Day holiday. Hanging out with everyone was great, as always. But we were excited to head back here and get things going. Shane doesn't start undergraduate pilot training (UPT) until March 12th, and I don't start substitute teaching until the 22nd, so we are just having fun hanging out as a family until then.
I had a few projects in mind in our down time, so here's what we've got so far:
Shane wanted to built something while I worked on (part II) my never-ending curtains project. We had a blank wall in our living room that I really wanted a table for. So, this is what he came up with :)
The picture is a little blurry looking at it now, but you get the gist of it. He did great! I'm working on getting it decorated still and will update when we have it all worked out! He made it from scratch! So proud of my man.
Okay, now on to my project of the year. Mercy. As you might have read earlier, I had a curtains project. I spend 5 or so hours on that one, and there was 3 panels remaining. However, I noticed that my iron-on method wasn't as successful as I had hoped. After actually using the curtains, the iron-on began to separate from the actual curtain panel. As you can imagine, I was not happy. 5 hours seemed to be wasted. The only other option I felt that I had was to sew the panels together. Luckily, Shane was going to IFS so I had a month or so to work on them at my parent's house using my moms sewing machine.
My eyes were bigger than my...ability. When I arrived in Allen I began sewing almost immediately because I was so excited. Shortly after I began I realized I didn't really know how to sew. What could be so tough about it? Plenty. So after twelve hours; yes, twelve hours, I was finished. With ONE panel. Ridiculous. Within that time I realized I have no patience, no desire to finish, and no striped curtain panels. I gave up.
When Shane returned from IFS, I only had one panel to show for it, and it was terrible craftsmanship. I wasn't proud. Luckily, my beautiful cousin JoAnn gave me a beginner sewing machine a few months ago. We got back and I saw my empty windows and I suddenly had more determination to finish the panels. So that's what I did while Shane built our table. Sew, sew, patience, sew. Patience, sew.
And here's the end result:
Measuring and cutting the black fabric into strips to sew onto the white curtain panels:
And carefully sewing each stripe onto the white panels:
Here's the end result:
They were worth the time! I love the way they turned out. I'll think my projects through a little more practically next time.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
long time no talk
I realize it's been a while. A lot has been happening, so let me catch you up a bit.
Shane is at pilot training in Pueblo, Colorado for the next three weeks. He's already been there a week (feels like forever) and he's doing great! He has made almost a perfect score on everything he has done there. He had no prior flying experience, and his instructor pilot (IP) said he's doing a lot better than pilots with prior hours. So he's in good shape! Thank you for your prayers! He told me he feels them when we talked yesterday :)
I wanted to do something special for Shane while he was away. It's a really intense time for them up there, constant studying and stressful situations, etc. Of course I wanted him to be encouraged, so I made him a booklet of encouragement. One for everyday while he was away. Here's a little of what it has inside:
As for everything else! I am so blessed by my family and friends. My best friend Ashley flew down to Del Rio to spend the night and endure the 8 hour trek from Del Rio to Dallas with me and Bear. What a bestie! Shane was especially thankful for her, as I've never driven 8 hours without him and he felt better me having a partner :)
Since we've been in Dallas, its been a whirlwind! I'm working on training Bear with the The Dog Whisperer's methods, and let's just say he makes it look easy. She might just be particularly stubborn, but it's taken her quite a while...and well, she still doesn't have it. I think she's being protective of me since Shane is gone, but its wearing me out. She bites people and other dogs, and barks almost constantly. I take her out for walks/jogs for an hour a day, and stay calm and assertive for the most part...although anyone that has known me knows assertiveness is NOT my strong suite. If anyone has any advice, please HELP!
Time with family has been great. And we still have three weeks to go (I'm hoping for two), so they'll be plenty of time to hang out I hope.
I also have a sewing project to start and finish in this two weeks. Ah yes, as you may remember, my curtains. My beautiful cousin JoAnn blessed me with a sewing machine, and I gave it a go the first day I go it and then got discouraged and gave up. My mom will teach me when I get back to their house this weekend.
Shane is at pilot training in Pueblo, Colorado for the next three weeks. He's already been there a week (feels like forever) and he's doing great! He has made almost a perfect score on everything he has done there. He had no prior flying experience, and his instructor pilot (IP) said he's doing a lot better than pilots with prior hours. So he's in good shape! Thank you for your prayers! He told me he feels them when we talked yesterday :)
I wanted to do something special for Shane while he was away. It's a really intense time for them up there, constant studying and stressful situations, etc. Of course I wanted him to be encouraged, so I made him a booklet of encouragement. One for everyday while he was away. Here's a little of what it has inside:
As for everything else! I am so blessed by my family and friends. My best friend Ashley flew down to Del Rio to spend the night and endure the 8 hour trek from Del Rio to Dallas with me and Bear. What a bestie! Shane was especially thankful for her, as I've never driven 8 hours without him and he felt better me having a partner :)
Since we've been in Dallas, its been a whirlwind! I'm working on training Bear with the The Dog Whisperer's methods, and let's just say he makes it look easy. She might just be particularly stubborn, but it's taken her quite a while...and well, she still doesn't have it. I think she's being protective of me since Shane is gone, but its wearing me out. She bites people and other dogs, and barks almost constantly. I take her out for walks/jogs for an hour a day, and stay calm and assertive for the most part...although anyone that has known me knows assertiveness is NOT my strong suite. If anyone has any advice, please HELP!
Time with family has been great. And we still have three weeks to go (I'm hoping for two), so they'll be plenty of time to hang out I hope.
I also have a sewing project to start and finish in this two weeks. Ah yes, as you may remember, my curtains. My beautiful cousin JoAnn blessed me with a sewing machine, and I gave it a go the first day I go it and then got discouraged and gave up. My mom will teach me when I get back to their house this weekend.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
all the single ladies...
This is a post that I'm writing for all of my single ladies. I know that we are only two months into our marriage, but I already feel that the Lord is using it in mighty mighty (bostones) ways to refine me. And so, this post is (mostly) for my single lady friends that await their cowboy :)
I hear (and hear about) young ladies who can't wait to be married. It's a beautiful, God-given thing! So yes, be excited. However, in your excitement, unbridled expectations will become reality...so be careful to watch over your heart with all diligence :). I'll give a little of my personal experience...
My expectations of marriage were unbridled...because my relationship with the Lord was on the outs (for lack of a better word) at the time. I was NOT putting my hope, joy, sorrows etc at the feet of the Lord. Instead, I was so quick to run to Shane for these things. Now- I know, I know. All of you are thinking "duh! girlfriend you are crazy, I would never do that. I know the Lord is my Rock." Don't be so quick to think that. I didn't realize the state I was in until I listened to a sermon while I was working out called Substance Over Shadows from the Village Church. And like usual, Holy Spirit hit me like whoa! and I knew that He was trying to speak to me about my marriage...even though Matt Chandler didn't begin preaching about marriage in the beginning. And then once I realized and repented for my mindset, (Shane was an idol! hello!) I was able to let the Lord speak over me about marriage and about Himself. And that my marriage with Shane is just a shadow. A shadow of what is to come. That "it’s God desiring to
write on the canvas of creation that He loves us, that He is in pursuit of us and that He
longs to be with us. So He puts it in the heart of man to pursue the woman."
B e a u t i f u l T r u t h .
So even though I'm married to Shane, and there is this beautiful thing growing, its all to point me to Jesus. It's not for me, but for God and His glory.
This might not make sense to anyone but me...I might be rambling at this point. But that's okay, because I know the point of my marriage isn't me, its God. To point me to Christ. So Shane cannot be my substance, but the shadow of my substance. Shane can't completely satisfy me, because you cant embrace the shadow and be satisfied. You need the Substance.
Friday, January 6, 2012
house projects. live and learn...
My apologies for the delay in posting. With the holiday season everything seems to get crazy, and before I know it its January!
So, a few more crafty things to update on...
First, I finally printed pictures out for my fence wall decoration from last post! And we've been adding little details to the house as we go so I will update you on all of those things today too.
Here's the final result of the fence project:
I'm actually really pleased with it! Yes, they are all pictures of Shane and I from the wedding, but I couldn't help it...they turned out so great! Don't worry friends, I have a whole wall dedicated to you:
That's been a fun project too...our TV looked so bland up there by itself so I decided to make a little collage out of that wall! I'm happy with it so far, except my orchid isn't doing so well...
And finally, I know I've been updating via instagram, but I decided to work on a curtains project I found on this blog when I was bored one day. I've always wanted striped curtains, so I thought why not try it.
I bought white curtains from ikea and bought black fabric from Joanns...I ended up using a really thick black fabric that is like canvas. I wanted to try the iron on stuff, to see if it worked, so after a few weeks of gathering materials (because Del Rio doesn't have ANYTHING, I had to go wait for Christmas in Dallas), I started.
I was under the impression that it wouldn't take very long because its iron on, however, it ended up being WAY to time consuming for the end result.
I cut the black fabric into strips (which was difficult in itself) and followed the instructions for the iron on stuff to the T. It took around 5 hours to adhere 4 strips of black fabric to the white. I also got iron on hem tape to clean up the edges.
The finished result:
As you can see, they are pretty stiff...I know that was because of the material of the black. If I would've gone with a thinner black fabric I don't think it would've been a problem. It turned out well from afar, but when you get close a lot of the iron on didn't work, which I can assure you it wasn't for lack of following instructions.
So, I've decided for the other three panels, I'm going to sew. Which will also have to wait until I go to Dallas at the beginning of February, because my mom is the only person I know with a sewing machine. I'll also go back over the first with sewing.
I think it was a good lesson, but I think sewing is always the better option. That way if I need to get them dry cleaned it wont be a problem because I know they're sturdy.
Lesson learned! 5 hours and about $30 of iron on materials wasted!
I'll let you know in Feb. how the sewing goes, and if I lose any fingers :)
Thursday, December 15, 2011
crafternoon
Okay so finally finished a project via pinterest of course. Let me tell you, it was a long time coming. My dad embarked on a fencing project to replace our old fence...and I found the old fence door and wanted to keep it back in September...I knew there had to be something good that could come from it.
I'm having to channel my crafty skills, so starting out to make it interesting I made Shane and I Pina Coladas to make things interesting!
Here are the results!
I'm having to channel my crafty skills, so starting out to make it interesting I made Shane and I Pina Coladas to make things interesting!
Here are the results!
I spray painted it a satin red...(got a little on the ground...oops!)
Bought three 11x14 picture frames and Shane rigged it to hang sturdy...
and the results! Yes I know, I haven't put pictures in them. That's coming next!
So there's one house project, completed! It looks great and I feel great about how it turned out. Not to mention Bear on the couch was a nice touch. Shane did a great job being handy man!
Wedding pictures coming soon :)
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