A night out with my lovely lady Jen!
followed by some time at Carlisle's with my other favorites,
Lisa and Jerica!
Friday, May 31, 2013
Thursday, May 30, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 30th, 2013
Rosy Red Cheeks
:)
Thank you beautiful weather for the awesome tan!
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 29th, 2013
Spent all day poolside
and then of course I have to go to work :(
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 28th, 2013
Came home to hang out at Downtown Brody's
with a few of my favorites
to include this guy...
JAY!
Monday, May 27, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 27th, 2013
You can call him Rocky! ;)
Yeah that was the temp leaving GA...
I'm probably the only person to get a ticket in ATL
for going over 55!
HAHAHA
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Saturday, May 25, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 25th, 2013
My day started with the 5k Color Run in Orange Beach, AL
but then I ended up in the hospital...
but atleast I made it out to the beach before the day was over!
and then we went for dinner and drinks to make for the perfect evening!
Friday, May 24, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 24th, 2013
And the Beach Vacation Begins...
1st Pit Stop:
to see the babies!
that Alabama Sunset was beautiful
and
on the final leg of the drive!!
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Real Friends Make All the Difference...
"No one likes to lose control, but as a surgeon there’s nothing worse. It’s a sign of weakness, of not being up to the task. And still there are times when it just gets away from you. When the world stops spinning and you realize that your shiny little scalpel isn't gonna save you. No matter how hard you fight it, you fall. And it’s scary as hell. Except if there’s an upside to free-falling, it’s the chance you give your friends to catch you."
It took breaking down this past weekend and dealing with some pent up emotions to really understand the true meaning of friendship. I have several people I consider good friends, some that are just friends, some are friends just for the pure fact that I wouldn't want to deal with their BS if we weren't friends, and then there are those genuine friends that you just feel a heartfelt connection to.
As my status referred to on facebook:
I've had two people show up in my life, very unexpected, that have completely made me rethink the way I allow people in my life. One of them sat me down about 2 weeks ago right about at the beginning of my slowly inevitable 'crash and burn'. She talked to me as not only a concerned friend but as someone who has become close enough that I would call her family. A friend tells you what you want to hear, tells you the things that are going to make you feel better in the moment, listens only when its convenient for them... but a genuine friend tells you the things you NEED to hear, good or bad. She could see a change in me. She could see past the fake smile on my face and she could see it in my eyes and really in my heart that where I was going wasn't a good place. I shared the important things with some hesitation but she listened, gave advice I needed to hear, and was willing to lend that helping hand I needed when I seemed to need someone most.
The second, even more unexpected, is someone who I met recently. Someone who was just willing to listen and, again, offer the advice I needed to hear vs what I wanted to hear. Not only that, this person was also willing to physically be there for me, even if it meant just to hold me. He was also someone who could see past the "I'm okay's" and "I'll be fine's". That wasn't enough... he truly wanted to know and, to be honest, didn't let it rest til I did talk about it. Not out of meddling in others' business but to genuinely be a friend. Someone who tells you that no matter where they are or any moment will stop at the drop of the hat if you need them is like drinking a tall glass of water after you've been stuck in a desert, its refreshing and just what you needed. Further than that though, the one thing that stuck with me is when he said, "You try to be so hardcore but deep down you are soft and just want to know that someone is there for you."
He could see past those walls that I've spent putting back up since my ex and I split up. I'm not going to lie... it still hurts. The pure fact of knowing that in less than ONE month I was supposed to be getting married... that burns on my soul but sometimes I just need to be reminded that it wasn't meant to be. Having someone who understands that situation and can empathize vs sympathize makes the advice given more worth taking.
I think the biggest reminder of know it wasn't meant to be is the fact that I would not know either of these people if I was still with him. I wouldn't of branched out and gone after the things that have wanted to do nor would I have gotten to know some of the good friends that I have now. I would have been stuck in a bubble with his friends since I was practically alienated away from the ones that I did have prior to being with him. That, of course, not being completely his fault but more of my own for allowing myself to push away from the people who I used to be close to.
It took this experience in my life to really open up my eyes to the people who were important to me. I've developed better relationships and valued the people in my life a lot more. Most of all, I found ME. I found the person that I should of recognized a long time ago. I was weak in the sense that I did not recognize my self worth and even now I sometimes struggle with self doubt but in no way do I settle for less than what I deserve; not in a relationship, friendship, job, or family.
Sometimes it just takes that falling apart for you to realize that there are people willing to help put you back together... you don't have to do it all alone!
and IF I dont tell my friends enough...
I appreciate having you guys in my life! I love you as more than just a friend but as someone who will have a permanent place in my heart.
As my status referred to on facebook:
"I've been dealing with a lot of emotions lately and it's not really easy for me to share with anybody the things that I go thru. I learned to hide emotions and be tough a long time ago so when someone genuinely wants to be there for me... it throws me off guard. When someone fights to open me up just as hard as I fight to keep those walls up, it really shows who cares."
I've had two people show up in my life, very unexpected, that have completely made me rethink the way I allow people in my life. One of them sat me down about 2 weeks ago right about at the beginning of my slowly inevitable 'crash and burn'. She talked to me as not only a concerned friend but as someone who has become close enough that I would call her family. A friend tells you what you want to hear, tells you the things that are going to make you feel better in the moment, listens only when its convenient for them... but a genuine friend tells you the things you NEED to hear, good or bad. She could see a change in me. She could see past the fake smile on my face and she could see it in my eyes and really in my heart that where I was going wasn't a good place. I shared the important things with some hesitation but she listened, gave advice I needed to hear, and was willing to lend that helping hand I needed when I seemed to need someone most.
The second, even more unexpected, is someone who I met recently. Someone who was just willing to listen and, again, offer the advice I needed to hear vs what I wanted to hear. Not only that, this person was also willing to physically be there for me, even if it meant just to hold me. He was also someone who could see past the "I'm okay's" and "I'll be fine's". That wasn't enough... he truly wanted to know and, to be honest, didn't let it rest til I did talk about it. Not out of meddling in others' business but to genuinely be a friend. Someone who tells you that no matter where they are or any moment will stop at the drop of the hat if you need them is like drinking a tall glass of water after you've been stuck in a desert, its refreshing and just what you needed. Further than that though, the one thing that stuck with me is when he said, "You try to be so hardcore but deep down you are soft and just want to know that someone is there for you."
He could see past those walls that I've spent putting back up since my ex and I split up. I'm not going to lie... it still hurts. The pure fact of knowing that in less than ONE month I was supposed to be getting married... that burns on my soul but sometimes I just need to be reminded that it wasn't meant to be. Having someone who understands that situation and can empathize vs sympathize makes the advice given more worth taking.
I think the biggest reminder of know it wasn't meant to be is the fact that I would not know either of these people if I was still with him. I wouldn't of branched out and gone after the things that have wanted to do nor would I have gotten to know some of the good friends that I have now. I would have been stuck in a bubble with his friends since I was practically alienated away from the ones that I did have prior to being with him. That, of course, not being completely his fault but more of my own for allowing myself to push away from the people who I used to be close to.
It took this experience in my life to really open up my eyes to the people who were important to me. I've developed better relationships and valued the people in my life a lot more. Most of all, I found ME. I found the person that I should of recognized a long time ago. I was weak in the sense that I did not recognize my self worth and even now I sometimes struggle with self doubt but in no way do I settle for less than what I deserve; not in a relationship, friendship, job, or family.
Sometimes it just takes that falling apart for you to realize that there are people willing to help put you back together... you don't have to do it all alone!
and IF I dont tell my friends enough...
I appreciate having you guys in my life! I love you as more than just a friend but as someone who will have a permanent place in my heart.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 22nd, 2013
Another day, Another dollar!
and
One day closer to heading to the Gulf Shores
to be with my momma and Eric!!
Nothing can get me down!
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Monday, May 20, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 20th, 2013
Spent my Monday catching up on the shows I've missed...
Season Finale Next Sunday :(
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Saturday, May 18, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 18th, 2013
Woke up bright and early for another trip to the Vet's.
Porschea's ear busted open and she was in lots of pain!
Friday, May 17, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 17th, 2013
We went from Sunbathing...
to taking poor Porschea to the Emergency Vet
after being attacked at the dog park...
to celebrating one of our favorite people's birthday
DJ HEK YEH
at Carlisle's Pub
Thursday, May 16, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 16th, 2013
Headed to Work on such a Beautiful Day...
Should be a CRIME!
80° Outside - I'll take it!
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 15th, 2013
It was such a pretty day outside that Shadow just sat next to the door!
and I got a little stir crazy with my buddy and the babies!
but then I ended up at work and, well, cant you see the thrill on my face?
I'm glad I love my team!
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 14th, 2013
Just another night at the office!
This is how we work on our teamwork skills.
7AE Rocks!
Monday, May 13, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 13th, 2013
Yes, we're retarded...
and
practically sober... well I was!
Love this guy! ;)
After Sunday Funday...
I went to get in the shower and had this written on my back!
Sunday, May 12, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 12th, 2013 Part 2
Sunday Funday
"Eruption"
Family Dinner First
Matt CAN cook afterall!
Just kidding, Love you Melo!
A Year in Pictures - May 12th, 2013
Sunday Funday started at
JnJs late Saturday night - Tee Time Sunday Wee hours of the morning.
We just kept going straight thru Monday morning!
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Friday, May 10, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 10th, 2013
Spent the day writing letters
to the chick that has me heart!
then I got to get some time
in the sun!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 9th, 2013
All Curls Today!
1st time in MONTHS
I love my Hair
and Pink Floyd!
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 8th, 2013
Happy Nurse's Week
Love my Nursing Team
and
My Awesome Unit Manager
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Monday, May 6, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 6th, 2013
We're having a FIESTA
and then we'll need a SIESTA!
7AE Nights ROCK ;)
Sunday, May 5, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 5th, 2013
CINCO DE MAYO!!
Was it a coincidence that Sunday Funday fell on Cinco de Mayo?
Greatest Sunday Funday EVER!
Nobody messes with our crew...
The guy at Hooters learned that last night when him and his 2 friends ganged up on our friend.
We rolled in 10 cars deep with almost 40 people.
Lets just say the end result was a TKO!!
Saturday, May 4, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 4th, 2013
After no sleep in over 24 hours...
3 Blue Redbulls
1 Large Coffee from Mickey D's...
Nate left me this note at work!
Friday, May 3, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 3rd, 2013
A little BurkeStreet Pub
with my loves...
Followed by a little RDJ,
Iron Man 3 ROCKED!
Thursday, May 2, 2013
A Year in Pictures - May 2nd, 2013
And its nights like these
that make me realize
how much I love my job!
Steven is Awesome!
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
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