30 Day Challenge- Day #18

18. What has been the most difficult thing you have had to forgive?

Ok- first off I am just gonna refer to Day #6. Isn't this kinda the same question??

The best I will actually give is just day-to-day working life. I work with so many kids that have done such deeply immoral, evil things and yet I am supposed to have empathy and work with them. I have gotten to the point wher being on probation isn't a big deal to me. So you smoke some pot, get suspended from school everyday- well that is just normal client now. I have even worked with sexual perpetrators and- let's just say that is not so fun. But, daily I have to be forgiving to people who may not deserve it so that they can prove they do deserve a change.

Happy Saturday,

30 Day Challenge- Day #17

17. What is the thing you most wish you were great at?

Being open. I mean that in a lot of ways. One- I wish I was a little more free with my life. I wish I wasn't afraid of things- roller coasters, large crowds, being "seen". I am a pretty laid back person but I also struggle with being more of a free spirit.Two- I wish I was more open about my feelings. Although I spend all day telling people what emotions are, recognizing them, and expressing them- I am not particularly good at any of the above in my own life.

Last year, Paul McCartney came to do a show in my town. The Beatles- or any part of them- make me ridiculously happy and yet I didn't go. I was in grad school and I was afraid it was just too much money. This is my constant example in life- once in a lifetime experiences that I am afraid to go out on a limb for. I still regret this! So I just want to- let myself enjoy life more.

Happy Friday!!

30 Day Challenge- Day #16

16. What are your 5 greatest accomplishments?

Graduating with my BSW

I was very proud of my Bachelor degree but I am even more proud of my Masters. The fact that I left school for two years and saved enough money to be able to go back still kinda impresses me. I know that sounds rude but I know it is easy to give up on school once you are out of that system for a while.

As of last week- paying off my car!!! It was my first big purchase as an adult and I am officially done with it. Yay!

Leia was the cutest puppy ever- admit it!

Buying my baby- yes it's dumb but she is my best purchase ever.

I still think we look like the mafia...

Being married for over a year now. Marriage isn't always easy but I can still say it is always worth it.


Actually making it through a year of my provisional therapy license. One more year to go and I will be a full fledged LCSW- licensed clinical social worker.

Happy Thursday,

30 Day Challenge- Day #15

15. If you were an animal, what would you be and why?

I am going to say an elephant. To be honest I have absolutely no reason for saying that except my obsession with them. My husband took me to the circus for two years in a row when we were dating and I just fell in love with them. Literally, I have lots of pictures from the circus but about 90% of them are elephant related.


Happy Wednesday,

30 Day Challenge- Day #14

14. Describe 5 strengths you have.

I am extremely responsible. I always call myself an old lady because of how I live my life.

I am a good listener. I have always had people around me who like to talk to me but as I have gotten older I think I have become even better at this. I have learned to not always give advice but just be supportive instead.

If I set a goal for myself- I am usually pretty good at meeting it. Unless that goal involves sweets- they are out to get me.

I am a good cook- it is also something I really enjoy. If I have a recipe I can pretty much follow it. I still have not accomplished the whole- just throw stuff together thing though.

I like to think I am a pretty good friend, daughter, sister, wife, etc. I try to always be there for people I love. Even if we have a fight I ultimately can't stay mad for long.

Happy Tuesday,

30 Day Challenge- Day #13

13. Describe 5 weaknesses you have.

I am not very good at expressing emotion- which is rather convenient at a therapist. Not...

Once I make my mind up I am set on that decision. Sometimes this is a good thing but at other times I don't think before I act.

I tend to be a perfectionist- doesn't always make living with me much fun :)

I can be judgmental of people who, in my eyes, make dumb decisions. I have always tried to make smart decisions because I never wanted anyone disappointed in me-so I have a hard time understanding free spirits. Although, I sure do love a lot of those people!

I have anxiety about life quite a bit. I have a hard time not looking at the big picture. It would be much better if I could live day by day a little more.

Happy Monday,

30 Day Challenge- Day #12

12. Describe a typical day in your current life.

Everyday is different right now-I always wake up and take care of my dogs first. I try really hard to go to the gym most mornings. After that, I come home and try to plan for my sessions. Usually, since it's summer, I can go see my kids in the morning and I am usually home pretty early. The best thing about my job is the flexibility and ability to work from home.

Then I proceed to:
1. watch marathons of TV shows on netflix
2. do chores around the house
3. go see friends
4. etc.

By the time it is later in the evening I am usually getting dinner ready for my husband and I. Also, taking care of my dogs to make sure they continue to eat me out of house and home. Shawn and I basically always watch a TV show or a movie with dinner. Right now we are watching the TV show Breaking Bad. Good stuff

Then I go read and go to bed. Isn't my life exciting! Plus, I basically behave like an old woman.

Happy Sunday!