The Peanut Gallerie

One of the things I explained over and over to my ex, was that I wanted to attend church, but I didn't know what that even looked like. Growing up Catholic, it meant finding that denomination in the area. The problem was, I had no one to attend with, and had no idea where to start. 

God gave me Sarrah :o)

Together we found Skyline, the church I attend today. It's an amazing community that I feel a part of every time I'm there. I enjoy helping with the outside stuff too and the more I attend, the deeper involved I become. It's exactly what I wanted!

Another thing I felt was missing in my life was volunteering. I really wanted to get out there and give back to the community. Now, I actually take initiative to do that... and what's even more awesome is that I've inspired friends to do the same.

I also wanted to get out more. I didn't want to spend my life on the couch, I wanted to go out and do things. The friends I have make that possible.

It was important to me to eat better. I was going out to eat so much, and really didn't understand what I was putting in my body. Now I cook almost all of my meals at home. (I eat out about once a month.) I am in control of that destiny :o)

The last thing I knew I wanted... or rather deserved.. was a family. At the time, this was about me and my husband starting our own, but there was too much going on before we could begin that. Now.. I look at what surrounds me. My parents, brothers, sisters and extended family are all amazing. They have supported me through the toughest times in my life. Plus, we may not look complete to some, but James and I are family. He is my family :o) I couldn't have asked for a better baby.

My next steps are to live within my budget, make more sales, understand my finances and hopefully, buy a house. I have no plans for love... lol.. not to say that I don't want it! Just that it's in God's hands and I'll let Him provide that for me. 

For now, I'm just enjoying the time I have with James. (Ps. That's his new binkie)