New 101 List, oh, and btw. I'm not dead.

It's been a minute since I've posted. Life has been a little hectic lately. SPOILER ALERT, I'm moving. To my OWN house. Sooo crazy. I'm so behind and I want to do a real "life update", maybe I'll do one later in the week. But I wanted to share my new 101 in 1,001 days list. I completed the other (timewise, not listwise. There were a few things I didn't complete, such as make white bean hummus. REALLY? I thought that was so easy...hah. Oops.) Anyway, the link is in the navi bar, if you want to check it out. Happy November!

Currently | July 2016

Anticipating...A visit to see my sister, her husband, and their fur child.
Cooking...I haven't really been trying any new recipes, but that's about to change. I signed up for GatheredTable, so I'm ready. I've gotta get serious about a health change.
Enjoying...Just not being at work.
Feeling...So tired of dealing with people. I just need a month long get away.

Learning...You guys. This month has been a hard one. People have caused me so much stress. I think the most important lesson I've learned is that most people don't care. They will always run their mouths. Most people just talk to hear themselves talk. I'm still learning to not care what others think. Why do we have to be wired to want to please others?!

Listening...Needtobreathe's and Switchfoot's new jams.


Reading...Nothing, at the moment. I need to get back in the reading groove.
Wanting...August 1st to arrive! GMM, I've missed you beyond belief. 
Watching...I started the free trial of the Starz add-on for Prime, so I've got Inside Out, Big Hero 6, and many other movies lined up to watch!

Currently | June 2016


Anticipating...Less than a month away until Disney World! Woohoo!

Cooking...I haven't been cooking much at all lately, but I need to get back in the kitchen. Any easy recipes I need to try?

Enjoying...My new puppy, Charley! <3

Feeling...Pretty good. Goal setting and stuff; feeling a bit more motivated.

Learning...How awesome the library is. I forgot since I had been buying ebooks so often, but wow. Having fun isn't hard, when you've got a library card. Free books?! Yes, please.

Listening...Switchfoot! Their new music is awesome. Can't wait for their new CD!



Reading...Animal Farm by George Orwell.

Wanting...The humidity level to decrease.

Watching...Nothing. I've finished Law and Order:SVU and I can't find anything to keep my interest since. Can I get some recommendations?

Currently | May 2016

Anticipating...My friend, Krystle, and I are planning a trip to Disney in July! I'm soo excited to walk the streets of Magic Kingdom again. I've missed it so much.
Enjoying...Having time off again. I forgot how nice it is to have weeks off at a time. 
Feeling...Disappointed at how many snacks I eat when I'm at home. I need a detox.
Learning...If I'm planning to workout, I better do it first thing in the morning. Or it ain't gonna happen.
Listening...Mostly just Needtobreathe's few new songs. Loving them.


Reading...The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Wanting...Relief for my headaches. The doctor diagnosed me with migraines earlier this week and I've had a constant headache since Thursday. I'm miserable.
Watching...Law and Order: SVU. Still.

Tuna Pasta Salad | Recipe

This recipe is everything I enjoy: easy, quick, filling, AND fresh! It can be served warm or cold. It's perfect for this time of year.

Tuna Pasta Salad
this recipe makes about 2 hearty servings

Ingredients:
2 cups of farfelle pasta
1 can of albacore white tuna, drained
1/3 red onion, diced
1/4 of green pepper, diced
1/2 cup of mayo
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Boil pasta and cook as directed.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine all other ingredients.
3. Drain pasta. If desired cold, rinse with cold water. Otherwise, move on to step 4.
4. Add the pasta to the mixing bowl until well mixed, then it's ready to serve!
optional: I added dried dill to make it even more flavorful.



Currently | April 2016

Anticipating...Job change. I have accepted my old job back. Yay for seven on/seven off, how I've missed you!
Enjoying...The new found energy and joy I've gained from exercising daily.
Feeling...A little bit sore. Any tips for keeping your knees pain free while dancing and running? They are starting to give me some issues.
Learning...Nothing is too big to ask of God. Tonight's message at church really hit home. My prayer life has really been a struggle over the past couple of years and I need to get it back on track.
Listening...Happiness by needtobreathe. LOVE IT!!!
Reading...Just received my copy of Draw the Circle by Mark Batterson. 
Wanting...To have the song "4 Minutes" by Madonna and Justin Timberlake permanently removed from my mind. It's always stuck in my head...WHY!?!
Watching...I'm trying to cut down on my TV. But I'm still binging on Law and Order:SVU.

Has April been a good month for you?

Currently | March 2016

Anticipating...Going to the Body exhibit at the McWane Center with Krystle next week!
Enjoying...The warmth and newness of spring. I always forget how much I love it until it arrives. Of course, the pollen is killer...but so much beauty is out there!
Feeling...Rejuvenated after a walk/run I just did. I achieved my 30 minutes! It's not much but it's something and I'm proud of it.
Learning...To not give up.
Listening...Judah & the Lion's new album, Folk Hop Sound. 

Reading...Mindy Kaling's, Is Everyone Hanging out Without Me?
Wanting...Something sweet. And that would be something I don't need.
Watching...Season 14 of Law and Order: SVU.

What are you liking this March?