[Day 19 - A picture of you when you were little.]

Not much as changed eh? lol gotta love all the fabulous early 90's decor surrounding me :)

[Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity.]

Biggest insecurity you ask... my stupid weight.  Not so much the numbers because I am very thankful I have a lot of good muscle and I like that I am strong... but the inches... damn the inches! :(

[Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently.]

My niece, Addison.  She has had the biggest impact on me the past 3 years.  She is truly amazing. Actually I don't think that I have ever been so impacted before until she arrived in my life.  She has been through more than most adults and has prevailed every single time.  She has lived a very rough life and still carries a constant smile on her face.  I wish I could take away everything she has gone through and still faces.  No one ever wants to see a little tiny person endure so much pain and scare and unfortunately me and my family have for the past 3 years.  It is so saddening but I think it has brought my family closer.  

This post couldn't have come at a better time.  Addie is currently sick and is spending time in the hospital for the second time this week.  She was diagnosed with the flu but we cant get her oxygen levels to level out.  Please pray that Addie recovers from this quickly and that it doesn't get any worse then it is!     

I can't believe how strong you are Addie!  Keep being brave and we will get through this once again!   

aw sweet little-itty-bitty addie

[Day 16- A picture of someone who inspires you.]

My boyfriend, Michael, inspires me.  He is a very hard worker and gives 100% at everything he does (work, social life, at home, etc).  He was raised very well and has maintained those great morals, values, and qualities throughout his life so far.

Not only does he inspire with what he does but  how he acts is also inspiring.  He is so loving and doesn't have one mean bone in his body.  He is usually very optimistic and can find the positive in most every negative situations. His optimism has gotten me through some really tough times in our year of being together.  He knows how to comfort me and love me for exactly who I am.  He isn't just like that with me, but everyone he knows.

[Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die.]

I have to make it to Bora Bora before I kick the bucket! (maybe I should start saving now so it's sooner rather than later!)

[Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without.]

I couldn't imagine living without my father.  He is the best father, grandfather, brother, half brother, friend... 

He goes up and beyond for anyone who crosses his path.  He is a very hard worker.  He loves to get people to smile with his "jokes" that are sometimes actually funny :)  He praises and acknowledges hard work... he is the best Mr. Mom that my family could ever have.  

I love you, dad!

[Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist.]

I really love the band The Format.  They have numerous really good albums and I have seen them live a few times and they are just great! Unfortunately, they are no longer producing albums anymore and that makes me really sad.  I know a lot of people liked to jam out to them so I know I am not the only one that misses them.  If you are not familiar with this band... check them out! 

* Interventions and Lullabies 2003

* Dog Problems 2006

* And Now I Hope You're Alright - Live In California - EP

http://theformat.com/