Changes

I hate changes. I've always been a creature of habit.
I've gotten the same drink at Starbucks since high school. I always get the same dinner at Red Robin and I am always trying to plan everything out.

Yes, sometimes it's good to be a little type A, but sometimes it's not so good.
In short I'm controlling. Honestly it's something I'm not super thrilled about myself. I'm often stressed and uptight if things don't go quite like I envisioned in my head. It's something I've been working on changing.
Luckily I have a great husband who happens to be the polar opposite of me. Always different, spontaneous, and encouraging me to step out of my comfort zone. He's the best.

Together we've decided to make some pretty big {for us} changes. No moving. No baby.
But big changes none the less.
Honestly I'm pretty freaked out about them. Nervous that we'll fail. It'll be harder than we thought. Are we making the right decision. Are we running out of time.
All these {& many more} thoughts run through my mind. I'm nervous, but I trust Alvaro & we're a team. I honor his guidance and direction. And deep down in my heart I know it's the best decision for us. It may seem strange to others, but for us - our little family - it's the right decision.
I'm so grateful for my husband and his desire to take us to the next level. To help make our dreams come true and live a life where we can help others.

A part of me wanted to write this post to remind myself when things get tough or don't go like I planned/hoped, that I'll remember the goals and plans we set. I know it won't be easy, but I know these changes are for the best.
Here's to changes and an exciting new chapter! Cheers!

Geocaching!

Last Sunday after church I went geocaching with my mom, sister, and niece.
They've gone tons of times {my mom is a pro}, but this was my first time giving it a try.

We had such a blast! And Kaylie is so adorable and loves to hunt for the caches!

If you haven't heard of geocaching - it's essentially treasure hunting using a GPS and coordinates.
The little caches are hidden literally all over. Thousands of them!
It can get pretty tricky, but it's a lot of fun. Check out this website for more info: Geocaching.

We're heading out again this Sunday and I'm determined to make the most finds!

Have you ever gone geocaching?

Spoiled Saturday

Alvaro and I don't get many weekends off together. So whenever we do I try to spend lots of time with him and do something fun. Yesterday we both had the day off and we totally took advantage of it!

We started the day by watching this little cutie play basketball. She's on a kindergarten (5 year olds) team, the Rhinos. It's seriously the cutest thing I've ever seen! Little kids running up and down the court, doing the best they can. She's adorable and a great little trooper. I love watching her run around with a big smile on her face. She'll even look over and give us a thumbs up with a wink. I die! I'm so proud of her.

Then we were off to Portland to get my ring repaired. I messed it up pretty bad a couple weeks ago moving furniture and I've been so sad to have to leave it at home. It'll be ready on Wednesday and I can't wait. 

Then we headed out to do some shopping. I needed some new clothes and Alvaro needed some new fishing stuff. I love all the stuff at the fishing store. They had the most adorable little fishing vest. Totally getting that for our future little one :) 

My husband is truly the best. Spoiling me with coffees, lunch, and even walking around the store with me and picking out clothes. I don't think many guys out there would be willing to do that.
I sure do love that guy!

How was your weekend? Did you spend it doing anything fun?

On my heart

I didn't anticipate my first post to be heavy. But my goal with this blog is to document my life we're i'm at, the good and the bad.

today my heart is heavy. yesterday marked 3 months since my brother passed away. 3 months since we said good-bye to one of the most amazing people i've ever been able to meet. 3 months since my family changed forever. 3 months since my heart broke and i don't believe it will ever be the same. 3 months since my nieces and nephew said goodbye to their incredible uncle.

i miss him so much. and i honestly believe we lost an incredible person. everyone loved him and he loved everyone. at his service my cousin talked about how david always made you feel like the most important person in the world when you were with him. i miss that. i miss my older brother taking care of me. worrying about me. making everyone laugh. his smile. i'm grateful he's no longer in pain and he's been made whole. but i miss him here. i wish he was here. i'm looking forward to seeing him again.

i have several friends who have parents battle cancer. it breaks my heart for what they are going through. what is/may be to come. i continue to pray for them, cry for them, support and encourage them. my hope and prayer is that through all this 'cancer journey' my heart will be softened, i will meet and encourage others going through difficult situations, and God will use me and my family somehow.

if you somehow you found this blog and if there is anything i can pray for you, please feel free to leave it in a comment or email me at ccwebb33 at gmail dot com.

~Cathy