Gas Station Wisdom

I have always known I was spoiled but I never considered myself a brat. Until this morning. I have been very bitter this last week over my job and not remembering to stay thankful.  I was even in tears last night because I just didn't want to do it anymore.  Not that I couldn't, but it just didn't seem worth it. I even told my husband I wanted to be mediocre. I slept on the couch last night so that I could get up early and get into the office.  However, I overslept  anyway and didn't get out the door until 5:30. Of course this made me even more bitter/fussy.  I also had to stop and get gas which I hate doing. If you know me, you know at the point I reach the gas station I am insanely fussy.  The man working at the gas station in my opinion looked a bit shady, so I was nervous and I didn't give the smile or greeting another human deserves. In fact, I was even holding on to my mace ready for a fight.  When I got to the register the man saw my badge around my neck and he smiled and said "Wow you work there? That is a good company.  What a great job!"
Ouch. Point taken God. I drove a car that I didn't pay for, to get gas I don't pay for, wearing new clothes that again, I didn't pay for and were even delivered straight to my door, so that I can go to a job that more than covers health insurance and our expenses, I get to work from home at night or when my munchkin is sick and I am the bitter one.  This man who has been working all night at a gas station away from his family is all smiles and showing the love I should be to others.
God can and will use anyone.  I am going to stop being so bitter and remember to be thankful for everything.

Happy Monday!

Insta-Friday

It's that time again. Upload your cell phone pics that show what you have been up to this week. Then head on over to Life Rearranged to link up.





This week there was only one baby shower. For this one I made Teddy bear cakes. Considering I am a finance person and not a baker, I am pretty happy with it. (which never happens)





Most people use sherbet in punch for showers. If your grandfather is a physicist you use ice cream. There was some technical reason about milk bases and reactions which I won't pretend I understood. I just know my Papa said (in much more scientific terms) if you use ice cream it will look like you want. He was right, and this is my new favorite go to for showers. It is also super yummy.





One of the few of Sydney's happy moments this week. I have new, mad respect for parents with fussy children who do not sleep much. I have been so spoiled for the last 17 months. As much as I hate saying "my baby" and "surgery" in the same sentence, I can't wait for the tubes to make her feel so much better.





Lastly, I am a dork...





A complete dork. Who now clips coupons, and then color codes a spreadsheet to find the lowest possible out of pocket cost for the amount and order of transactions. I am determined not to screw up this couponing thing again.





My best deal so far. I was so excited I took the picture in the car. I couldn't wait to get home. Then I proceeded to send it to my friend on the morning of her birthday. However, I was so excited at getting all of this for $4.64 that I forgot to wish her a happy birthday. I know, I know. Best friend EVER right here.

Thankful

Yesterday we found out this sweet baby had to get tubes in her ears.

Yesterday in the "Jesus Calling" book this was the entry.

"THANK ME for the very things that are troubling you. You are on the brink of rebellion, precariously close to shaking your fist in My face. You are tempted to indulge in just a little complaining about my treatment of you. But once you step over that line, torrents of rage and self-pity can sweep you away. The best protection against this indulgence is thanksgiving. It is impossible to thank Me and curse Me at the same time.

Thanking me for trials will feel awkward and contrived at first. But if you persist, your thankful words, prayed in faith, will eventually make a difference in your heart. Thankfulness awakens you to My presence, which overshadows all your problems."

So today, I am thankful that God provides for my family. I am thankful my sweet baby can go to specialists that can help her. I am thankful that all of our "problems" are nothing compared to others. I am thankful that God is in control. He knows what we need and just when we need it.

Happy Monday!

Insta Friday

(Yes I know it is Saturday but it has been a crazy week.)






Monday started off with a surprise baby shower at work. This is the diaper cake.






The edible cake











And the decorations.






This is our new go to for putting in our taco salads...it tastes yummy and only takes 60 seconds in the microwave. Makes this busy momma one happy lady.






I the krazy coupon lady. $7.99 hair color for $1.99. If you have no idea who the krazy coupon lady is, google now. I won't even mind that you don't finish reading this post.






I saw this onesie online...I am tempted to get one for Sydney. Steve and I got married in Vegas. While she did not "happen" in Vegas I can only imagine how funny the looks would be that I would get.






This week ended with a surprise wedding shower.





Which included another cake...I am so tired from all the showers and baking. So it is a little sad to say I am off to plan and shop for the next surprise baby shower I am throwing this Monday...next weekend is reserved for sleep!

New Motto

I saw this at 30 Days Handmade and it sure did sum up my weekend! With cardstock I made shower decorations, birthday decorations, and an actual card. This was the first time I have used cardstock for it's original purpose!