I’ve had so many exciting things happening in my life. I’ll be getting married in October and I’ve found a career that I love and I get to pursue! There are so many things that happen have just fallen into place and I can just see Gods hand in everything, it gives me chills sometimes when I think about it! My life path has changed so much in the last two years. God has provided such an amazing way for me and it all started with choosing to stay home for college and go to Lonestar. My life would be drastically different if I had chosen to go off to school.
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5 unique date ideas for you and your boo
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching and love in the air, it has made me think of all the ways to spend time with a significant other without causing too much stress.
There are so many date options other than going out to eat or going to the movie theater. I wanted to put together a list of things to do or places to go with your S.O. that won’t break the bank and give a uniqueness to the date. Continue reading
7 ways to spend a lazy Sunday
I have only recently been able to have Sunday’s off with my new job position. I have been loving having a day off from school and work on the same day. That is something I have never been able to have since I started working. I would come home from church and eat and typically go to work shortly after.
But, now. Now I get to enjoy a nice Sunday off doing whatever I want. This post is all about thing to do on a Sunday. There is just something about Sunday that makes the day a relaxing day.
A complete gift guide for the cheap and broke
Christmas is the best time of the year, but it is the most expensive time of year as well! When Halloween blows over and the Christmas decorations go up you start thinking about everything you need to buy and who you need to buy for. It can be friends, family, significant others, or maybe a secret Santa. I created a list of things you can do that show meaning and thoughtfulness without blowing through your savings!
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Budgeting for the overspender
I just bought a car!! (Eep) It was such an exciting moment and I was able to do it all on my own which was super important to me. I decided to write some ways I was able to save money without losing out on the things I loved. This helps with big purchases or even just budgeting for Christmas gifts to get everyone you love something they will love. Continue reading
Schedule, breathe and repeate: tips and tricks
With finals coming around the corner and work my schedule is so tight. Every single minute is accounted for and sometimes I feel like there just isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done that I want to get done or even have a minute to myself. There are so many ways to keep me from going crazy by just doing a few things a day! I use my Apple Watch for a lot of this, but these tips can work even without it! Continue reading
3 commuting to-do’s
Driving a 40-minute commute to and from school can be hard. I made my schedule fit perfectly, to have the day flow. I live just far enough away to make a trip home not worth it. But, when I finish a test early, the weather changes by the time I get to school or I get unexpectedly hungry, here is a few tips to get you through those annoying situations.
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Part-time job, full-time student
I started working my senior year of high school as a hostess at a Italian restaurant down the street from my house. I loved that job, I loved having a job. I worked there for about 6 months before I left to go to Lowe’s. Lowe’s was a great job, but I couldn’t see myself moving up and there were other things going on that led me to apply at my current job, Costco. I started working at Costco my first week of my freshman year of college. It was a lot of change all at once, but I loved it. I love Costco and I have loved the year I have spent there! Continue reading
Not your average planner
There are so many great post about organizing your planner and making it cute. I love reading those post and awing at there use of stickers, pens and doodles. The possibilities are limitless when it comes to planners. Continue reading
3 benefits to online classes
When I first signed up for online classes I was nervous about how I would do. I didn’t know if I would like it or if I would even be successful.
I started my online experience with public speaking and interpersonal communication throughout the summer and did awesome. I loved the structure of the classes and the freedom to work ahead. This fall semester I took another online class and have been beyond happy. I was a little weary, again, just about the structure, but I realized that most teachers create online classes in a similar structure. Continue reading