The Crazy Days of August

To be honest with ya'll, I was ready for August to be over on July 31st. August is one of the busiest months at work, and just a busy time for "life". I've got a few really fun things happening this month, but other than those I'd be happy if August disappeared.

So, when it's consistently 90 degrees or hotter, and you're working long days to prep for the biggest event of the year at work, and your man is working 12-hour days and always during your times off, and finding energy seems well nigh impossible some days - those are the times when you have to choose joy, and find things to be thankful for.

Things like lovable animals: Tom the horse, and Elevensies, Teatime, and Luncheon the piggies.

Or your favorite meal waiting for you in the crock-pot when you get home from a long day at work. Pulled pork carnitas with avocado mayonaise over baked sweet potato.

A cold drink in the "I love Florida" mug - dreaming of the vacation we're taking to Florida later this year.

Finally starting in on sewing a dress that you've had planned and prepped since the middle of April.

Something to be especially thankful for is a sweet friend who brings you coconut macaroons because, she gets it.

And, Amazing Grace. Especially the Piano Guy's version of it, because sometimes, God's grace is the only thing that keeps me fighting on every day.