I’ve somehow fallen out of my morning routine. It’s been
over half the month and I’ve gotten a little behind on posts. I don’t think I
have fewer ideas in my head, I think I just procrastinated, didn’t write during
the morning and then lost them.
I moved just over a month ago and I’m not fully adjusted to
my new place. I signed up for a new gym and I changed up my morning routine
(added writing and some other things) and I haven’t gotten completely on a
schedule. I find myself snoozing a LOT lately. Mostly because I can’t seem to
fall asleep at night and am up WAY past my bedtime.
I’m hoping to get back on track this week – I feel so much
better with a structured morning routine! I really do believe people need that
to be their happiest and healthiest selves.
Besides the moving and stuff I’ve done recently, there has
been a LOT going on.
For one, I’m starting a new business with Arbonne International. They are a 33 year-old health and wellness company that produces
organic, allergen-free and botanically based products. I have been using their
products for a few months and really enjoy them. Mostly I’m excited about the opportunities
that running my own business create. I have a plan to open that coffee shop in
a few years and Arbonne is my vehicle to get there!
I’m also doing something else pretty big in the next month.
My very first Purpose Project with MochaClub.
I will be raising $1000 to provide healthcare and HIV/AIDS
care to 25 women for an entire year.
Isn’t that crazy?? $1000 will pay for all of that for a
YEAR. I did the math on what I pay for healthcare insurance and $1000 doesn’t
cover a year. I’m so happy to be raising money for women that don’t really have
any other options. Once I raise the money, I’m doing a couple sort of BIG
things:
1.
I’m eliminating 1/3 of my clothes. I’m going to
be hosting a local boutique-esque sale at my apartment to sell off the 1/3 of
the wardrobe I’m eliminating.
2.
I’m going on a mission trip. With the funds I
raise from the boutique sale, I’m going to go on my very first mission trip to
El Salvador with my church and Enlace. I’m SUPER EXCITED about traveling
outside the country and partnering with such an awesome organization. Spanish
lessons started this week!
I can’t wait to share more about these adventures with you
in the next couple of weeks!
As for my personal life?
Things are really good.
I’ve gotten a lot of emails and texts checking in to make
sure I was okay. I apologize, readers- I didn’t mean to get all kinds of Debbie
Downer in my last few posts- just wanted to share some things on my mind. Life
isn’t always super happy, you know? Sometimes it’s sad and sometimes it’s work
and sometimes those sad, hard times result in something better. A relationship
better defined and stronger than before. T and I have been working through some
big things together and recently I feel like we’ve turned a corner. I’m happy
to say that things are looking up for this little love story of ours. I
appreciate all your thoughts, concerns, prayers and listening ears as we
continue to navigate this new path we are on. The whole point is we are on it
TOGETHER and that makes both of us pretty happy.
I haven’t done a Sunday 7 in a LOOOOONG time, so here are 7
things I’ve been into lately:
1.
Cooking.
I made some ratatouille last night from the random assortment of CSA veggies I
had in my fridge. It turned out to be pretty tasty! I’m happy to have time to
be back in the kitchen messing around. Recipe coming soon!
2.
Fall.
For real, Iowa, autumn looks GOOD on you. I love the crispy weather we’ve been
having and I hope it stays a little longer. We had snow in the forecast this last
week (noooooo!) and I’m hoping it holds off at least until Thanksgiving?
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| The most perfect fall tree. No filter necessary. |
3.
Yoga.
I went back to my yoga studio last week and it felt really good to streeeeetch.
I didn’t realize how much I needed that studio time. My good friends are back
in the states from Mexico and will be teaching at various studios soon and I
can’t wait!
4.
Running.
This last weekend I PR’d my second marathon and I’m utterly and completely
hooked. I’m already planning to run a spring marathon next year AND maybe a
fall marathon. Gotta break 4 hours! #runjunkie
5.
Home.
I’ve been feeling a real pull towards home lately. Just wanting to create a
comfortable space and just dwell in it. I don’t consider myself too much of an
introvert but lately, all I want to do is sip a hot drink, write and read
things in this most comfy of new chairs.
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| So glad we decided the footstool was necessary. |
6.
Scarves.
They’re back! I love this time of year. Layers and boots and scarves with every
outfit. I can’t get enough.
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| Scarf courtesy of Olive Mountain Designs- get yourself one! |
7.
Coffee.
I have picked back up my coffee habit with a VENGEANCE. Seriously. I need to
check the budget on that it’s getting ridiculous. Maybe that explains why I
can’t sleep at night? HA.
So many things happening in my world. Change is here folks.
I can feel my life shifting and some things falling into place and I’m pretty
darn excited about it. Thanks for coming here every once in a while to read my
ramblings and share in my ups and downs. This place has truly become a great
place of reflection for me and I’m so glad I have people to share it with.
If you missed my guest post on Kingdom in the Kitchen this
week, check it out on the Many Sparrows blog. Also, make sure you read the rest
of the posts in Kayla’s series on Kingdom Living- great stuff!
Also, here are some thoughts form last week I finally got
around to posting. Check them out and let me know what you think!
Day 19:
Day 20:
And if you are new to the My Morning Thoughts series, you
can catch up on all the posts below:
Day 11:
Day 13:
Be well friends!
P.S. I wrote this post on Tuesday- the 22nd…I
obviously didn’t get back on track with a routine. 31 day of writing is harder
than I thought. I guess my failure to get a post in everyday is a testament to
how much of a commitment this series is!
I miss that view of the hill. :)
ReplyDeleteit's pretty beautiful. Fall in the #shill is breathtaking.
DeleteGreat post, Nicole! I'm so glad things are looking up. What a beautiful fall tree... is that on your street? I really miss having different seasons. Your new place looks cute!
ReplyDeleteYes Deena, that tree is just a block away so Roxy and I walk by it almost daily and I drive by on my way to and from work. It's been just a beautiful sight.
DeleteI can't wait for you to come visit! :D