Last Semester

School is about to start for me again.  This will by my last semester! I will graduate with my Associates in Biology in December!  My two year degree has taken me about 4 years to complete.  I am ever so thankful for the support that I received from my family while I studied.  There have been so many times throughout the years that I have felt like (and probably have) ignored my kids and my husband.  I thought briefly about not even finishing when I decided NOT to continue on to pharmacy school.

I decided about a year ago that I didn't really want to be a pharmacist.  I see what the women I work with go through on a daily basis, I do not want that kind of stress.  It might seem weird to some that I spent all this time on a degree that I plan on doing nothing with, but I feel accomplished.  Having a college education is something that I never thought that I would have in my adult life.  Now, not only have I proven that I can do anything, but I have also shown my kids that I can do anything I set my mind to do.  The kids are the reason that I decided to finish getting my degree.  They saw me start college and I want them to see me finish.  I want them to see my walk across the stage and receive my diploma.

My desires for life and how I want to spend the rest of my days has changed so much in 4 years.  4 years ago had you asked me where I saw myself in 5,10, 20 years... I probably (definitely) wouldn't have said on a farm.  That is exactly where I want to be though.  I know nothing about farming.. I kill most every plant that I touch (except basil), and I have never raised a goat, pig, sheep or rabbit.  Yet the desire to have a farm is so strong that its all I think about most of the time.  When I Pintrest, it's about how to run a homestead, how to be self-sufficient, how to preserve food, and the perfect farm house.  I'm ready for that part of my life to start, but first I have to concentrate on ending this part.

Steve Lane: State Senate - District 14

First, let me just say, especially if you read my blog often, that I am totally failing at the whole "I'm going to post at least one blog a month" thing.  I'm working on it.. one step at a time. Now on the to reason I'm writing...

My husband is running for a State Senate in Tennessee, District 14.  I am so proud of him.  When he ran for US House in 2014, I didn't know what to expect and let me tell you... it was super stressful for the family.  There has been some stress this time, but not nearly as much.  I think that it has some to do with the fact that I knew what to expect, but more to do with the scale of the race.  Steve does not have to cover nearly as many counties as last time.

The discussion that took place prior to Steve announcing that he would be running were much shorter than those that took place when he wanted to run for US House two years ago.  I can't help but support Steve's dreams, I love him.  It's more than just the incredibly disgusting amount of love that I have for him, I know his heart.  Not only does he truly have a passion for people, and wants what is best for them, he also has so many creative, new ideas to get things done within the realm of limited government, economic freedom, and individual liberty.

I believe in what Steve stands for and I believe that he will make a lot of positive change in our state and communities.  He recently released a VIDEO explaining why he is running for Senate.  I've teased that the only reason this video will do well is because I am in it, but in truth... the reason it will do well is because it is REAL, he is real.  I believe that people (including me) are sick of the fake, sick of the same old lies and excuses and pandering.  I believe that most of us are ready for some authentic change!

It would mean so much if you would check Steve out and see what he is all about.  He is open and honest and will answer any questions that you might have.  It would mean even more if you would support him in his efforts to be elected to TN, district 14, State Senate.

Primary election day isn't that far away and we have a lot of work left to do.

Steve can be reached through:

Facebook: Steve Lane for Tennessee

Twitter: @lanefortn

Web: lanefortn.com

Bullet Journey

photo cred: @boho.berry

     Sunday is the day that I start my journey.  I have decided to jump into the world of bullet journaling.  I want to better organize my life.
     Steve will tell you that I love paper.  The problem is that I have too much of it.  I have a calendar in my purse.  A calendar on my wall. Another calendar for just the kids stuff.  A Google calendar (several of those actually).. I have notes in my phone, on little pieces of paper both in my wallet and on my cork board at my desk.  I'm sure there is an app for my problem, but I don't want an app... I love paper!!
 
     At first, I was kinda confused about the whole idea of bullet journaling.  How?  All of everything in one place AND still be able to find it?  I was already hooked after reading the article that one of my friends posted on Facebook, so I started doing some research to figure this whole thing out.  I looked all over Instagram, Blogs, Youtube and Pinterest.  Youtube was the best at explaining but I got some really good ideas from the others too.

photo cred: @alexandra_plans

Now I'm ready!!  I know how I want to start and I already have plans and ideas for how I will change it up when I have more to take care of..... like goats and sheep and a farm.  The journal is also good for keeping up with goals.  I would like to write at least one blog a month and increase the frequency gradually.  I would like to run at least 3 times a week.  Do my daily devotional... Daily.  These particular goals are not new ones; I've had them for a while now.  I feel like writing them down and tracking my habits will make me more accountable.
   I also think that this will be fun!  I have be wanted to start my journal again anyway, I want to have fun with this... I hope that it will be a relaxing and even therapeutic.
    So, here goes.

Oh the thinks you can think up if only you try!

- Dr. Seuss-