Take me out to the antique shops...

This last Monday was Presidents Day which meant there were no college classes to attend!! Of course, being the faithful student I am (ahem, ahem) I studied chemistry for a few hours before heading off with my entire family to go antiquing. We never buy much, if anything, however it is always such a joy to hang out with the people I enjoy and love the most. I did toss a few pennies towards a quaint plate that I am going to convert into a chalk board, as well as a book entitled Three minute Readings for College Girls. I couldn't help snapping a few shots of fun, "old things." If you can't tell, I love close ups!

(Note to the concerned photo junkie: All the photos shown on this blog where taken without flash. No antiques were harmed in the process.)

Dear L.K....

You are only a couple days away from your B day. I figured since this was a particularly important occasion I should say something extra celebratory. You know, something like, "I have always looked up to you." I might want to include examples to prove it. How about that phase I went through when I would only drink the identical flavor of soda that you did, even if I didn't really like it. Or what about the time we had that all-sibling argument in the side yard about that movie. I sided with you even though gut deep I thought Curly-Q had a point. Yeah, that's when Grandma said "You always side with L.K don't you?" Man, was she right. I guess I was acting upon the awarenss that you got me into trouble the least. Additionally, you were older than me so...well, I think that was supposed to account for something.

If I wanted to be sentimental I guess I would say that the truth is, I have always looked up to you and that as we grow older I see more and more why I should. Your submissive heart. Your gentleness. Your perseverance. These are a few evidences of God's gracious and faithful fingerprints.

I have much to learn from you...in this season and the next. I am privileged to be your sister.

These were things I was going to say, however, I decided to mention that you are half way to 50! Enjoy your age cuz ya can't go back....Happy Birthday!!!

All my love,
Turkey

Exercising my civic muscle...

Today, for only the second time in my life, I took my place with my forefathers. As I watched the poll attendant slip my ballot into the large box, I had to stop and remind myself that this was more than a Chemistry quiz or Pilates move. The inked-in squares marked more than my opinon--they were the marks of an American. God bless America!