"Yes, I'm going to marry a carrot."

That quote is from an episode of The Simpson's when Lisa becomes a vegetarian. Yes, it's true - I am a vegetarian, once again. I watched "Earthlings" and it opened my eyes (even though I already "knew") to what is going on in the "food" industry. Quite alarming, sad, wrong, and unhealthy, to say the least. God gave us reign over animals, but I don't think He'd want his creatures treated the way they are today. It's not too difficult for me to give up meat, because I didn't eat that much in the first place. Secondly, I feel good in my heart about it.

So, onward to new adventures in eating. I am very excited about it. I feel healthier and better about my recent choices. It's tough seeing eye to eye with people (mainly David), but he wants to at least start buying meat from local farms where the animals are treated better, so that's a start. :) The challenge for me will be making sure I am getting enough nutrients and fruits/veggies. Which, has always been a challenge anyway.

Who's gonna meat me where I'm at? :)

Balancing Act.

The weather was finally nice enough to venture outside for some needed fresh air. I tend to hover and try to protect all the time, any time, every time. It was tough, but this time, I decided to lay low, stand back and let her be. Of course, something happened. She'd mastered the steps in the house, so this little one outside didn't seem like a big deal. I "know" it's not my fault, but I still feel guilty. That gut-wrenching, stomach-twisting, make you cry, "if only..." guilt that I can't seem to let go of. I know I can't protect her from every harm of this world, but I can try, right? I think it's the hardest thing I've ever had to do, so far, and know it probably won't get any easier...this thing called letting go. It's a balancing act. Being there for someone, loving them, guiding them, teaching them...then allowing them to figure out this world and do what works for them.
I will be there for my daughter, but will also try (that's a big TRY) to let her explore and experience what she needs to. I guess I knew it before it started...my job, as her mom. Aww, a balancing act indeed.

Red Community.

I discovered my thoughts for the day while basking in the sun at Memorial Stadium. First off, GO BIG RED!! It was an awesome game played on a beautiful day.
The interesting thing is how a football game brings people together. Not just together in the same area physically, but emotionally. The community and camaraderie that's displayed is amazing!! I mean, we come in contact with tons of people on a daily basis and don't even look their way, let alone talk to them. But, get a bunch of Husker fans together, throw on a game, add a little food to the mix, and voila' - friends!! People are chatting and high-fiving strangers...it makes you feel good to see that. So, why can't we have that each and every day with different people?? I think it'd make this world a little less scary, and a bit more lively.
Whatdya say?? Are you with me??

We gotta forge ahead, Helen.

Gone are the days of Scooter's, as of today. Well, for my family, at least. No more saying, "My dad is the president, my brother is director of social media, and my mom is customer service." No more dream job of being a graphic designer working from home. No more making my own drinks. No more fun, odd jobs. No more traveling places to train or hand out smoothie samples from a backpack. Sad times.
But, we gotta forge ahead...move on. I think it will be good. Good for my family and our blood pressure. But, where to get coffee?? Starbucks?? I guess that's where I will, since I will be working there. :)
It's just a cup of coffee...right??

Life.

Oh, what the heck to do with it...life, that is. I first have to say I absolutely love being a mom! I also want to take pictures (which I occasionally do), I want to create things (like artsy, crafty things, which I occasionally do), I want to travel, I want to be content (which I occasionally am), and a lot of other things (yep, you guessed it, I occasionally do). :)
Why do I get bored so easily? Why am I always looking for the next big, fun thing to come along? Why is the grass always greener somewhere else? Why ask why?

Writing.

I created this blog because Brennan said I should. Now, I don't know what to write about. I don't really go on any adventures, have crazy stories, or expand my earning of any sorts. I can't write about my daughter every time (I could, but think others would get bored of reading that). So, ideas? Brennan? Which, by the way, hasn't written in your blog too much.
Blah.

Love

Love. I love a lot of things. Frozen pizza..which I am enjoying right now. But mostly, I LOVE being a Mom!! I love my daughter. She is super fun (and not to mention the cutest ever!!). My goal everyday is to get her to laugh..and it's easy. She makes me laugh, smile, check my heart, not be lazy, and so many other things. I need to learn from my experience with her. I need to remember the joy she has and gives when I am around others. I need to try and brighten their day as she brightens mine. LOVE it. LOVE her. LOVE laughter. LOVE smiles. Thank you, God, for my beautiful ray of sunshine with the orange slice smile!!!!
What do you love??