A cheesy quote about fading roses [insert here].

In the last week, I've gotten married, moved to Georgia, and done a thousand little things different than I used used to.
"Change/It's hard/ I should know."
Nevertheless, it has been wonderful. Difficult, trying, and definitely proved for some soul-searching experiences...but I wouldn't have it any other way. I thank the Lord everyday for my new hubby and for all of the new experiences we're having together.

Wait, take that back, one thing I would change if I could...everyone asking for pictures the day after the wedding! What's that all about!?! Haha, kidding. (Sort of.) 

Yesterday I did my very own grocery shopping; for the very first time. Granted, I have shopped many times before, with mama and kids, FOR mama and kids. But never have I been completely in charge of the menu/meal plan, brands and everything! It was quite the daunting task, especially since my beloved owns hardly anything that is still considered "fresh". I'm serious, he still has things in his pantry from his first shopping trip SIX years ago. (About as long as he has been in this house). But, I cannot blame him, as he has been a very exceptionally busy minister - so alas, here I am, fulfilling the need. 

I am proud of myself, for making a list, and not just barging in there and gazing around like a deer caught in the headlights - letting my emotions guide me.  That would not have been pretty.  I got most of the pantry staples: flour, sugar, baking powder, oil, etc., I tried not to get too fancy.  However, J's face at the checkout was priceless.  He said he needed a respirator.  After eating out for so long, he was not used to spending over $30-$50 a month on groceries! (And our recent bill was well over, as you can imagine!) It was like shopping with Mr. Crabs in the flesh. ;) 

It was a great experience.  A learning experience. We are in a precious place right now.  Where, over the next few months and years, we could either become stagnant, dull and bored about each other; or blossom and grow in our love and knowledge of one another. Which is a perfect example of our relationship with Christ, everyday.  How it is a continual walk with Him, and if we don't willingly try and make a conscious effort to seek after Him, we WILL overtime become stagnant and bored with our precious Savior. Like a wise preacher once said, if you feel you are at a standstill in your spiritual life, you're not.  You're really slipping backwards - you just don't realize it. What powerful words, what a powerful realization that is, but too often we don't make.  May God bless me to constantly, continually and every day seek His face. 

My wedding bouquet is fading! I'm glad that season of our lives is over, honestly.  Now to build our lives, together.  :)