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July 9, 2014

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watching. one tree hill. I have been watching all of the seasons over again and love it.
excited. for everything coming up. camp. friends. anniversary. girls weekend.
loving. my sweet, sweet husband. couldn’t have done the last few months without him by side.
annoyed. that yard work takes so much time.
missing. my family. we had such a great time last week.
obsessed. with home decor stuff right now.

craving. popeyes french fries. they are legit amazing.
enjoying. the sunshine.

wondering. how to make sense of sadness and death.
laughing. because it is the best medicine.

wishing. i was on vaca with the hubs.

wearing. shorts and tank – summer necessities.
drinking. starbucks passion tea lemonade on the reg.
wanting. to lay out by the pool or be back at the lake.
looking. for inspiration.
waiting. on the husband to get home.

smelling. anthropologie volcano candle.
thinking. that i seriously need a shower and a trip to hobby lobby.
feeling. hopeful for what tomorrow will bring.

smiling. at the beauty of life.

 

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5 Comments
  • Marquis Clarke
    July 9, 2014

    One Tree Hill is my favorite show to re-watch over and over!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    July 9, 2014

    Yardwork takes FOREVERRRR. I feel you so much on that one!

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    July 9, 2014

    ONE TREE HILL!!!! I have never watched it and am watching it for the first time at the gym in the mornings. I’m in Season 4 right now. 🙂 No spoilers please! haha

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    July 9, 2014

    If I wasnt already burnt to a crisp I’d love to be laying out.

    Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    July 15, 2014

    One Tree Hill and Friday Night Lights are the two shows I can watch over and over and never get sick of it.

    Reply

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