Girls' Guide to College: Part 2

I'm back with Part 2 of my Girls' Guide to College series! I hope everyone enjoyed Part 1! As I said at the end of that post, this post is going to be about the shoes you should bring with you.

A lot of us girls have a tendency to throw all of our belongs into bags, suitcases, and boxes because we don't take the time to think about what we really need. All of a sudden everything we have ever owned has significant importance and is a "must bring".

One item my roommate and I had too many between us were size 6-7 shoes. The bottom of our closets (small closets by the way) were filled with 50 pairs of shoes combined. We loved our shoes. Also, we were used to wearing heels in high school, so Every.Single.Pair. came with us to college.

Luckily for all of you guys, I have narrowed my list down to the nine shoes you will wear during college. I promise you will still look put together, and your closet won't be bursting with shoes!

1. Nude pumps: A classic nude pump is a shoe a college fashionista can get wear out of. I suggest bringing nude along with black pumps (#3) because some outfits are just not going to look right with black.


2. Tan wedges: For those days when the weather is nice and you want an extra little flare to you outfit, I recommend bringing tan wedges. They will go with basically anything you have that is warm weather wear.


3. Black pumps: Classic black pumps are a staple in any wardrobe, and college is no different. I wore my black pumps for nights out and when I had to give presentations for class.


4. Snow boots (or rain boots): I have snow boots on my list because where I went we got tons of snow from the end of November through March. If you are going to a school that does not get a bunch of snow, leave the snow boots and pack rain boots.


5. Brown boots: I live in boots, especially from Fall to Spring. I think a brown boot pulls together an outfit and instantly gives you a more polished look. Boots in general are very versatile because you can dress them up or down.


6. Black boots: Sometimes a brown boot just does not go, and you must wear black boots, which is why I say bring black along with brown. You can pair black boots with jeans, dresses, or skirts. As I said before they bring a look all together.


7. Tennis shoes: I love my black Vans and wear them all the time. I have gone through a few pairs during college because they are one of my everyday go-tos. I recommend bring a neutral color of tennis shoes because they will go with whatever.


8. Flat sandals: I know flat sandals are tiny and don't take up much space, but you don't need to pack 10 pairs. Grab one neutral, like cream or tan, and it will go with anything.


9. Shower shoes: Yes, these are flip-flops. These might be the MOST important shoes you will bring with you your freshman year of college. Anywhere between 30-60 girls had to share a bathroom that had 3 showers on my floor. It could be gross, especially on weekend when no one was there to clean. These are a must-have even if you share with less girls. Foot fungus on my precious little feet is a no-go!

There you have it. My nine shoes I think a college student needs to bring with them. Remember if you and your roommate are the same size (and you don't mind sharing!), you're shoe selections could double! Don't share shower shoes though! :)

Positive quote of the day:

"Keep smiling because life's a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about."

-Marilyn Monroe

Lazy Daisy Wreath

As I said yesterday, I was making wreathes for my mom and me. Today I finished her wreath, and we both agree it looks pretty awesome.

The breakdown of the cost for her wreath is:

• Wreath: $1.89


• Ribbon: Free (I used a leftover ribbon that came on a quilt.)


• Flowers: $4.00


• "W": $2.00


• Spray paint: $5.00

Total: $12.89

 

I used the same method with this wreath as my wreath that I posted about yesterday. I inserted the flowers into the wreath base, and then added a little bit of hot glue to make sure they would stay. The "W" was spray painted with a light green paint. It and the boat were glued and wired onto the base.

Positive quote of the day:

"If you haven't any charity in your heart, you have the worst kind of heart trouble."

-Lilly Pulitzer

Spring Wreath

This morning my mom and I decided we needed new wreathes for our front doors. Basically meaning I needed to make two wreathes, since she does not consider herself super craft savvy.

We went to our usual places: Dollar Tree for fake flowers and Michael's for the wreath base. Luckily, Michael's was having a sale on their 18" wreath base (the brown stick ones!) for $1.89. You really can't beat that price! I also got some green wired ribbon at Michael's for $3.50. At Dollar Tree, I picked up 4 bouquets for my wreath. My whole wreath cost less than 10 bucks!

To assemble my wreath I just placed my flowers where I wanted them to go and glued over them just a little. I made my bow and attached it to the side of wreath without flowers with a glue gun.

The whole project took me less than an hour. Now my front door looks great! I will make a post about my mom's wreath once it is complete finished!

Positive quote of the day:

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."

-Winston Churchill

BBQ Pizza

The other night I brought home pizza from a place close to my school. As James and I were eating, he says, "I wonder if they make a BBQ pizza." I told them they did, but that I also could totally make one from scratch for Friday night's dinner.

This pizza was very delicious, and I will definitely be making it again. I have had BBQ chicken pizza before, but this is the first time using pork. It was awesome. James and I loved it!

I have tested out a few different pizza dough recipes, and I think the one I used last night is my new favorite. I essentially used the recipe on the back of the pizza yeast envelope, but added my own little touches. I don't like blah tasting crust I added a little extra salt and some garlic powder.

The envelope claimed you could make the dough and use it right away, but I let mine rise for a half an hour to forty-five minutes. I think it was easier to spread the dough that way. The main differences between using pizza yeast and regular yeast are you don't have to activate the yeast in hot water with pizza yeast, and the dough is easier to spread out.

 

I took this picture on my iPhone, so the quality is not the best. Sorry! The pizza was awesome though!

BBQ Pizza Recipe:

• 2 cups flour (plus a little extra when kneading)


• 1 envelope pizza yeast


• 2/3 cup hot water


• 1 1/2 tsp salt


• 1 tsp sugar


• 3/4 tsp garlic powder


• 1/2 cup bbq sauce


• 1 cup pulled pork (I used the Oscar Meyer Carving Board kind)


• 1/2 red onion, sliced


• 1 1/2 cups mozz. cheese or mozz/cheddar blend

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.


2. Using the envelope recipe, make pizza dough with flour, water, yeast, sugar, salt, and garlic powder. Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl and allow to rise for 30-45 minutes.


3. Slice onion and chop pork while dough is rising.


4. Spread dough out to about 16" circle.


5. Add BBQ sauce to the dough and spread all the way to the edge.


6. Add a thin layer of cheese, then top with onions and pork.


7. Next add the rest of the cheese.


8. Bake pizza for 12-15 minutes on the mid-lower rack of oven. Broil the top of the pizza for the last minute of cooking.


9. Slice and enjoy!

Positive quote of the day:

"Be kind to everyone, including yourself."

-Unknown

Girls' Guide To College: Part 1

Part 1: Clothes You Actually Need To Pack

Over the past few weeks, I have stumbled across a few other blogs that have done series posts. I thought this was a great idea, and I began brainstorming what I could do my very own series about. I realized if there's one thing I have learned over these past few years, it's how to survive and thrive in college.

Five years ago, I would have been anticipating prom, graduation, and going off to college. I was so excited that I was accepted into JMU, found a roommate, and my grown-up(ish) life was about to begin. My eighteen-year-old self was dreaming of dorm decor and all the fun I was about to have. I imagined myself still dressing up each day, wearing high heels, and looking fabulous. Little did I know that dorms were not very accommodating of fashionistas with ever-expanding wardrobes.

In mid-late August of 2008, I was on my way to JMU. Not only was my mom's car packed to the gills with all my "essentials", I had filled my car as well. I had six huge Tupperware boxes full of jeans, shirts, jackets, sweatshirts, pj's, and whatever else I thought I could not live without. Also, I had at least two more Tupperware boxes holding twenty pairs of shoes. I used anything I could put things in to pack my stuff. I think I left my room at my parents with so little that I could count everything on my fingers.

It took me a few months to realize I had over-packed. You would think carrying everything up eight flights of stairs would have enlightened me about my terrible packing, but nope. I felt like I needed everything.

I remember seeing my out of state hall mates with one large and one small suitcase. When I saw what they brought, I realized each thing they packed made sense. They packed what they needed. I later wished I had done the same. About three-quarters of my closet remained untouched my whole first year.

Thinking about this, I wanted to share some insight about packing with all soon-to-be college students. I don't want anyone to make the same mistakes I did and haul a bunch of stuff they do not need. Here is my list of 36 clothing items you actually will wear and need to pack:

• 4 basic long sleeve t-shirts - Like I said about the short sleeves, these are great for everyday outfits. Again, I would suggest having some solids and maybe a print or two.


• 4 pairs of jeans - I would suggest making 2-3 of these pairs regular denim and the other 1 or 2 pairs colored


• 3 pairs of shorts - I would bring a basic denim short, khaki short, and black short. You really won't wear any printed shorts that much.


• 1 casual dress - Dresses used to be one of my high school wardrobe staples, but that phased out during college. Honestly, one casual dress should hold you over. I found myself in jeans and t-shirts most of the time.


• 3 camis - I know I love to layer my camis under a t-shirt or cardigan. I wear white ones a lot, so I would bring two white and one black.


• 2 pairs of athletic shorts - I would take advantage of the free gym on campus some, so having a couple pairs of work out shorts was a great thing to pack.


• 5 basic short sleeve t-shirts - T-shirts become a college student's favorite thing to wear. They are great for layering. I suggest basic solid colors because they go with so much more.


• 2 cardigans - I would choose two basic solid cardigans. My favorite solid colored cardigans were tan/brown and black. They instantly made my outfits looked more put together than they really were.


• 2 pairs of black leggings - Leggings are a great college wardrobe essential. They are comfortable and layer-able.


• 2 sweatshirts - When I saw sweatshirts, I mean the cute ones you could wear with leggings that are a little longer than a regular sweatshirt. These are great for hanging out in the library or dorm room.


• 2 skirts - Skirts are something that I personally do not wear much in college. I suggest bringing 2 because you will probably have to take some classes that require presentations that you have to "dress-up" for.


• 3 dressy shirts - These are your "going-out" shirts for the nights you are dressing up more. I found that I did not need to bring 20 of these tops because half the time I was going on in a basic t-shirt accessorized with a scarf or necklace.


• 1 lightweight jacket - This will be the jacket you reach for on those crisp days. Jackets are something you don't really need multiples of, and everyone wears the same one each day.


• 1 winter coat - Again, this is sort of like the lightweight jacket. Bring the winter coat you love and leave the other 5 or 6 at home. The others will just take up unnecessary space in your shoebox of a room.


• 1 LBD - I totally suggest bringing your favorite little black dress. There will be nights when you and your new best friends are going to want to dress up and go out. I promise someone is probably going to suggest everyone wears a LBD. Even if the night s not LBD themed, it is a great go-to for a dressier night!

These 36 items are things I promise you will actually wear and still look cute. If I could tell my eighteen-year-old self not to pack so much stuff, I definitely would.

I plan to do future posts about college life and other packing lists. I am thinking my next might be the shoes you need to pack!

Positive quote of the day:

"All things are possible if you believe."

-Mark 9:23

5 Steps To Healthier Living

If you're anything like me, you often feel you can or need to make some changes in your lifestyle to become healthier. I usually go straight to Pinterest and peruse their "Heath and Fitness" tab for new workout moves, recipes, or anything else related to healthy living.

Recently I went to the doctor and found out am 15+ lbs lighter than I was this time last year. At first I thought I have magically lost the weight, but I know that is not the truth. After reflecting on what had changed this past year, I realized there were a few things. The main three that stand out to me are that I was more active, ate better, and stressed less. I know 15 lbs over a year seems like a very long time, but this post is about healthy living, not losing weight. My weight loss was simple a result of changes I gradually made.

1. Cut out (or cut down on) fast food: I know this is very cliche. The other 4 might seem that way too, but it's what works. Fast food is total garbage for our body. Although it is complete crap, fast food some how disguises itself as addictive deliciousness. I rarely eat fast food now. If I do find myself in a pinch and feel like I have to get fast food, I try to choose the healthier items on the menu. The good news about cutting out or down on fast food is I find the craving for it just is not there anymore.


2. Smart swaps: Making little swaps here and there can really make a difference. All you have to do is find a healthy option that you like and choose it. An example of some things I do would be eating sweet potato fries instead of regular french fries. Also, I will go for a black bean burger instead of a real burger. Dessert is another place I make an easy swap. I like stuff like cobbler or apple crisp. Instead of eating those buttery, sugary dishes, I chop up some kind of berry and put a little granola and honey on top. It satisfies the craving without all the fat and sugar.


3. Water: We all need to drink lots of water. This is another known fact. I drink water all day except for my morning coffee or on the occasion I pick juice or the rare soda. I also cut out alcoholic beverages during the week. Each day, I try to fill my 20 oz water bottle up at least 3-4 times.


4. Pack your lunch: Packing your lunch is a simple way to help yourself not make bad choices when you're famished at lunchtime. A packed lunch does not need to consist of a sandwich and an apple. That is boring to me, so I pack things like salads, soup, or (healthy) pasta dish. I do like to throw in some fruit, like a clementine, too. So, get a cute lunch box like the one above and get packing!


5. Be active: I like to run, so I do this several times a week. On days I do not run, I still try to get in some type of activity, even if it is only 5-10 minutes. I would suggest finding an activity that you like (duh!), and make it a priority to get stronger and better at whatever you choose. Being stronger and better does not mean you have to be the best at it. I am not trying to become the top runner in the world, but I want to be the best runner I can be.

Like I said before, I know my list is not the most original, but they are some of the things I did that helped me get healthier. I do feel more energized, even on long 12-13 hour days, like I had yesterday. I think these five steps are a great starting point for anyone wanting to make a change to healthier living. I think starting off with a few easy changes makes it easier to stay on track with a new healthy living plan.

Positive quote of the day:

"It's not about being the best. It's about being better than you were yesterday."

-Unknown

One Month Until GRADUATION!

I cannot believe I can finally say those words. The excitement of getting my undergraduate degree is overwhelming. Like I said in a previous post, I can see the light at the end of this tunnel.

Although I will still have another year to complete my Master's in Elementary Education, having my Bachelor's is still a huge accomplishment to me! I can honestly say I have worked very hard these past five years and completely deserve it. This big moment that will bring me one step closer to my dream career, becoming an elementary teacher.

Also, this means I am currently about a year away from applying for my first grown-up job. I know my parents are totally ready for this step, and I am too. Hopefully getting my first teaching job will not be to much of a struggle!

So, at this time, I am counting the days and hours until May 10th at 7:00 p.m., even if it means I have to wear that terrible hat, weird looking hood, and tent-shaped robe. I will wear all this and rock it. Although, I really think graduation apparel could use a total make-over. The tassel is cute though!

Positive quote of the day:

"Happiness comes when we stop complaining about the troubles we have and say thanks to God for the troubles we do not have."

-Unknown

My Six Beauty Favorites

I love finding new beauty products that work for me. Really, who doesn't love that?! Lately, meaning the past few months or so, I have realized I definitely have my own staples, my go-tos. These are products I would repurchase without hesitation because I find myself using them everyday.

This list includes both drugstore and higher end make-up lines. A lot of people do not realize that the drugstore really has great options for almost any make-up product. I follow beauty vlogs on YouTube like eleventhgorgeous and a few others to keep up with the latest trends and product reviews.

1. Dior Addict Lip Glow: This is an awesome product that creates the custom perfect pink shade for your lips. The color it is on my lips would be different from another person because it works with your skin's natural chemistry. I use this multiple times a day because it add color and moisture to my lips. I don't leave the house without it.


2. Too Faced Matte Eye Palette: I remember when I picked this up from Sephora. It was one of those days where you feel kind of "blah" looking, and I was hoping Sephora could give me a new eye look. I had always gone from metallic-y eye shadows before, so when the girl who was helping me suggested I try this, I was not too excited about it. I mean what's so much fun about a matte eye look? Well little did I know, EVERYTHING is great about a matte eye. First it does not draw attention to my naturally oily skin or blemishes like the sparkly kind always seems to do. Also, this palette creates a creamy well blended final look. The palette comes with instruction cards to create any look from day to night.


3. Maybelline Great Lash Mascara: The signature pink and green tube. I remember my mom using this when I was young. I see why twenty something (or more?) years later it is on the shelf. It is a really great mascara because it separates and gives my lashes volume. If you're in the market for a drugstore mascara, I would suggest checking out Maybelline. They have quite a few other mascaras that I like too.


4. E.L.F. Studio High Definition Powder: This reminds me of Bare Minerals Mineral Veil. I love to use this powder by E.L.F. because it is just as good as higher end, and it is only $6 at Target. I use this to set my foundation everyday.


5. Maybelline Color Whispers Pin Up Peach: I love the Color Whispers line from Maybelline and own probably four of them. Pin Up Peach is my favorite by far. It is a color you can wear anytime. Color Whispers are moisturizing and provide the perfect amount of color. Most shades, including Pin Up Peach, are more pigmented than a tinted lip balm.


6. Revlon Colorstay Whipped Foundation: I love this whipped foundation because it leaves my skin with a smooth finish after applying. It comes in all different shades. One jar of this foundation will last you a while. It provides medium-full coverage. I started using this when I realized my mineral foundation was leaving my skin looking grainy over the past Winter. Also, the foundation really does stay on your skin. I don't know about their claims of it staying on for 24hrs, but it lasts me for a full day. I don't have to worry about my face becoming too oily or needing a touch up.

Positive quote of the day:

"Good looks fade. But a good heart keeps you beautiful forever."

-Unknown

DIY Gel Manicure and Review

If you're a Pinterest fanatic or love gel/shellac nails, like I do, then you might have stumbled across a "pin" about a DIY gel manicure that costs about $12. Of course, when I saw it, I had to know how to master this awesome and affordable technique.

Before getting to the DIY, I want to tell you all a little about my own manicure issues. I am just the type of person whose nails will chip the next day after getting a manicure from the salon or from home. If I get a manicure at the salon, it has to be the shellac one because it will stay on for two weeks. The problem with salon shellac manicure is the price.  Places near me are at least $40. With a college budget, that is just not doable. I would rather take that money and use it elsewhere.

DIY Gel Manicure

(from: Emily at The Sweetest Thing blog)

Items needed:

• Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat


• Any color nail polish you want


• Out The Door Top Coat


• Nail buffer

Steps:

1. Remove old nail polish if needed. Then buff your nails.


2. With a cotton ball dipped in polish remover, wipe each nail clean. You don't want any debris leftover from buffing your nails.


3. Apply two thin layers of Gelous Advanced Nail Gel Coat to your nails. Allow about two minutes between each coat of Gelous. After the second coat, allow the nails to set ( a few minutes).


4. Apply a layer of whatever nail polish you choose. Let it dry for about four minutes.


5. Apply another layer of Gelous. Allow this to semi-dry (1-2 minutes).


6. Apply another layer of the color of your choice.


7. Apply the Out The Door Top Coat.

Review: The good: Even though it seems to be quite a process to do this manicure, it is really easy. I have used this technique several times and remember the steps without having to look them up each time. Also, you really cannot beat the price. I went to Sally's to pick up the top coat and gelous gel coat and spent about $8-$10. Basically each manicure I do costs pennies, and everyone loves to save money! Finally, this technique really does produce great looking nails with any brand of polish you choose. I have used most expensive brands such as  O.P.I. and Butter London ($8-$15) as my color choice and less expensive like N.Y.C ($2-$3). The results are the same with each of these price points.

The not so good: As much as I would love to just rave about this technique, I feel like many of you would rather me give you the real deal. It did not last two weeks for me. Though, as I wrote above, my nails chip easily and seem to grow fast. The DIY gel manicure lasted a week for me. I have tried doing this gel manicure several times, and each time it seems to chip around a week. I think it might last longer on other people though. Also, the manicure took a while to completely dry for me, but it was less time than getting it done in a salon. That is definitely a plus. Finally, the results are not exactly what you get from the salon. Don't get me wrong, the manicure looks still looks really great.

Overall: I would recommend this DIY to anyone who wants a way to make their nails look awesome and have it last longer than a regular manicure. You really cannot beat the price it takes to create this awesome nail look. It holds up to washing dishes and other things that would chip a regular manicure. I have followed these steps quite a few times, and I don't think I will do my nails any other way from now on. A manicure that lasts a week for me is a success! My tip to anyone who would like to try this is to make sure you get the tips of your nails polish really well. Sometimes when I put polish quickly, I can neglect this step. It is really important to cover those tips with polish to ensure the manicure will last because that is the first place it is probably going to chip.

Positive quote of the day:

"We either make ourselves miserable, or we make ourselves happy. The amount of work is the same."

-Carlos Castaneda

Spring Must Haves

One thing I have not really shared with my readers is my LOVE for fashion. I could spend hours shopping and trying on clothes. I will shop for me, my mom, my dad, my boyfriend, my friends. I mean really the list could go on and on. You get it. I love to clothes and shopping.

I decided to put together a list of eight items that would benefit any Spring wardrobe. These are items I myself find myself wearing often during this season and even into summer. I believe in spending money on quality items that will last you year after year and spending less on items you probably will have to replace once a year or so.

1. Wedges: I love a pair of wedges when the weather is warming up. They are casual but still add a little extra umph! to your outfit. Plus, if your short like me, the height is great too! I would recommend selecting a neutral color because you will probably get more wear for your buck. I have a few pairs, but I wear my tan the most!

2. Printed dress: Spring is the time to break out the cute pastel dresses. I love this light blue one with white polka dots (my go-to print). Another great print for a Spring dress is floral. Floral has been everywhere the past couple seasons, and it definitely screams of Spring.

3. J. Crew 3-inch shorts: Yes, I know many people think of J. Crew as pricy. This can be true, but some of their pieces are worth the extra money you might have to shell out. I have about 3-4 pairs of these shorts, and they have lasted me a few years. My mom also has about the same amount, and I believe has some that are over 5 years old. I like to look out for these bad boys at the outlets where they are sometimes as cheap as $20. That price is comparable to Target. I would recommend khaki, navy, grey, and brown as colors to think about purchasing. They really do last!

4. Sunglasses: I love the cat-eye trend many sunglasses lines have going on right now. They have that retro-chic vibe to them.

5. Spring-y scarf: Some days can have a little bit of chill, so throw on a scarf. Floral or pastel colored scarves are perfect for this season. They look great with just a t-shirt or add a cardigan too! This little accessory can take an outfit from bland to fab.

6. Denim shorts: First off, I do not recommend cut-offs. That is just my personal opinion when it comes to denim shorts. I think a nice tailored or rolled hem looks much nicer and is more wearable. One of my favorite places to get denim shorts with a tailored hem is Target. The pair I have is about a year old and can look dressy or casual.

7. Colorful Cardigans: If you haven't noticed yet, I like a lot of color in my Spring wardrobe. A few colorful cardigans can help out masses of outfits. Throwing one on with a simple t-shirt can make a whole outfit look pulled together. I like cardigans from Target (recently scored on for $5 this week) and J. Crew (check out the outlets).

8. Basic T-shirts: This is the time to make sure you have a lot of basic t-shirts in many colors. After shopping around at different stores, I found Target has the best when it comes to standing up to the dryer (yes, I am obsessed with Target). Also, Target has them at a good price. So if they get dingy after a year, you won't feel quite as guilty about throwing them out and purchasing more.

Well there you have it for my Spring Must Haves. I hope you enjoyed reading this post as much as I enjoyed writing it! Let me know what you Spring Must Haves are!

Positive quote of the day:

"Smile. The only fashion that lasts forever."

-Unknown

What I have been up to!

I know I have been super MIA for the past couple months, but I have been so busy! To update you all, I will let you know what I have been up to since my last post in December...eek!

In January, I was accepted into the Old Dominion University Teaching Program, which was super exciting for me and my mom too. I think she might have been more excited because it was a little bit of an ordeal to get all the ducks in a row for that. Love you Mom! :) I also started a whole new semester that same month. This last semester of my undergraduate work has been going by so fast.

Recently I have been working on my practicum in two local schools. I am loving every minute of it. I also enjoy getting dressed nice each day I visit the classrooms. During my practicum I have been able to teach quite a few lessons on my own. This is super rewarding, and it assures me that I will be a good teacher!

In February I took my GRE and did pretty well. The GRE was a requirement for admission to the graduate teaching program at ODU. The next day after the exam, I turned in my graduate application, and three weeks later I had been admitted! Another milestone in this journey called college.

In about a month I will be graduating with my Bachelor's degree. I am so excited about this. Finally all my hard work is about to pay off. It is easy to feel like you are doing the same thing over and over again with nothing to show for it when you are going through college. The light at the end of the tunnel can seem dim or non-existent at times, but right now it is shining brightly for me. I know I am almost done! Well, with this stage, I mean! About a week after graduation I start my full-time graduate school.

I am definitely very thankful for my achievements over the past few months. Although I cannot say everything would have turned out quite this well had it not been for the support from family and friends. I am the type of person who obsesses over things, and these milestones have been stressed over and talked about in almost every conversation for the past few months! I am very grateful for their positivity, pep talks, and putting up with my incessant dwelling on each situation! :)

Positive quote of the day:

"Don't compare your Chapter 1 to someone else's Chapter 20."

-Unknown