In other news.

A baby is coming to our house. To live. It shouldn't seem unnatural, but given my living situation, it unnerves some people. Yes, I live with a married couple and another friend. Its different, yes. It makes some people uncomfortable. So what. We like it and we are functioning quite well. That's for another post.

Last Friday, L. called to tell me that the birth parents she and J. met the week before had decided that they should be the adoptive parents of their unborn baby boy! I knew this day would come. We have been talking, thinking, and praying about it as a "family" for a while now. I'm not sure how L. felt exactly when she got the call, but I was excited and yet very nervous all at the same time.

A baby changes things. Things need to be quieter. Things need to be moved around and re-organized. Jobs and working situations need to be re-evaluated. Changes are aplenty. However, pure joy trumps all changes (whether they be good or bad!)

L and J are my friends. No, my family. Even though no blood is shared between us, I have shared a living space and a life with them for almost three years. I have seen first hand how becoming parents has been more difficult and painful than it every should be.

When I saw L's face today and started talking about baby S. (he is due August 15th), I could see the joy radiating from her smile, her eyes, her giggle. She is going to be a mommy. Sure, it's technically unconventional. But again, who cares. We pride our selves in unconventional at our house.

I couldn't be more excited, proud, humble, and prayerful for my friends at the start of this new venture in their lives. I am sure we are all nervous. It doesn't matter. A new life will start in the house. I am lucky enough to be a witness and a "family member" during this VERY exciting time in life!

Cute

I saw this tonight and had to post... I love shoes!

"Cinderella is proof that a new pair of shoes can change your life!"

Procrastination?

I have never considered myself to be a procrastinator- well, at least not on most things. Perhaps yes for cleaning (especially dusting), returning a phone call, or sending out that birthday card. But not for most things.

But for some reason I hear the clock in my room ticking away and yet I have no post for tonight. Perhaps blogging has brought out the procrastinator in me. Oh well, I made it. 2 minutes to spare.

Hmmm...

girgle. girgle.

drip.

dark and bold.

drip. drip. drip.

ready

to consume.

mugs.

short and tall.

patterns, stripes, solids.

clink. clink. clink.

married with creamer.

light and sweet.

sip. sip. sip.

down.

warmth and comfort.

smile.

happy.

content.

4th of July

(It's still Monday here in California).

Our weekend get-away has come to an end. It has been nice to be with old friends. Our lives, jobs, families, and viewpoints may change, but what matters most remains the same: we care about each other.

Vacation Tendencies

I have a lot of pet peeves, I guess. I wouldn't necessarily think of this about myself until I start thinking of them. Last night, I became my pet peeve.

Souveniers (or "Tchotchkes" as we call them) are a must whenever I go on a trip. I generally steer toward items that are practical to my everyday life- a bag, earrings, a piece of artwork. Occasionally I will purchase the t-shirt or sweatshirt riddled with destination names and catchy slogans.

I think I mentioned in my last post that we have been surprised at the chilly night air and all were unprepared when it came to long-sleeves. So, we decided to purchase somewhat matching sweatshirts. This was a fun idea considering we live in varying states and hardly see one another.

Here comes the pet peeve... B and I went on a late night run to the store for some wine and more peanutbutter m&ms (a must have for our vacationing pleasure). Of course, it was evening and I was cold. So, I wore my new fancy shmancy sweatshirt out. I hate it when people are on vacation and they wear the new items that they have purchased at their destination. But there I was, in a Safeway grocery store, walking through the aisles with my newly purchased LAKE TAHOE sweatshirt.

Heh, I guess you can't win 'em all...

The best laid plans...

For some of you, it is now Sunday. For me, it is still Saturday. A few people know that my goal for July was to post every day. The goal remains. It is in fact July 2nd, but I am not deminished. I will prevail.

I am currently in California with some dear dear friends. We lounged this morning, drinking coffee, giggling, and wiping the long sleep from our faces and bones. Later in the day we ventured out from our "Cozy Bear" cabin to explore King's Beach. It was a lively place full of sand, fun, sun, and an arts fair. We even purchased some matching sweatshirts to combat the surprising chill in the evening.

This evening we skyped with a loved one who is in Connecticut waiting the arrival of her precious twins. I was amazed at the way technology has enabled us to make thousands of miles unimportant and seemingly non-existant. I was grateful and touched to see her and her new home.

Summer is here. I am with loved ones. I am relaxed. Summer is here.