reminders....

i used to be a little bit more awkard than i am now, and people still loved me. In fact, they probably loved me more...because my awkwardness is endearing, and there is something sweet about people who just kind of don't get it....

I also used to sprint up my basement stairs because my basement freaked me out. Even when i was a teen ager. Dark and creepy still gets the best of me.

i used to write letters and cards,and get letters and be way more intentional about far away friends. Those letter reminded me of how much we cared about staying connected. I keep it all because it's a tangeble reminder of love.

One time, my high school tried to ban a book. I, as a senior, lead a group of students and parents to fight against this banning, which is a pretty big deal considering i was only 17 at the time.

I love country music, playing board games, going for drives, christmas lights, sitting around at my grandma's house watching the golden girls.

i love jesus, and traditions, and saying the Lord's prayer with a church full of people.

I love cardigans and the color pink, and wearing ribbons, and the wizard of oz.

and high school friends who've been there, and are still there and are really just rooting for me. and them, and everyone because we just love each other.

and having coffee in the morning with my dad, and playing cribbage and reading before bed.

and just being home. with my family. and laughing about everything and nothing.

and having people be proud of me for just makin' it through 27 years alive and still having a smile on face.

all i needed was a reminder, and Geebs always does that for me.