First Day

Matt starts his new job today!



After 9 weeks off, he is definitely ready, refreshed, and excited. Although we always had a peace about everything that happened with his old job and moving on willingly after 6 years, it was hard. We were so thankful in some ways, but it was still tough. I know that probably doesn't makes sense, but it does to us. The words freedom, happiness, and fear of the unknown come to mind about the last two months. Sometimes even in the most difficult and unexpected situations...you know that it is happening for a reason (a good and perfect and wonderful one, thank you, Lord). And now looking back, we can see how God slammed one door closed and had another one already open for Matt! What more could we have asked for? God's timing is perfect!


I know Matt is used to me taking pictures ALL the time, but I'm sure he thought I was excessive this morning! Haha! :)

I am SO, SO proud of you Matthew Michael Whelan! And so is Blakely! :)


Ephesians 3:20
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.

Memories, A Wedding, and Bunting!

We were in LaGrange, GA yesterday for my friend, Meg's, wedding. I lived with Meg my last year in Valdosta. We lived with my other good friend, Bex, in a pretty stucco house in a cute little neighborhood on the edge of our beloved college town. We had the best time living together. We shared everything...especially jewelry, had many movie marathons/tv show marathons, layed out in our backyard all the time, ate a lot of meals together, and my favorite memories are when the three of us would stay up really late in the summer, lock the doors of our house, vow to not let anyone stop by, and have "roomie" time. We also did lots of normal college activities, like retreats and football games. Meg was the youngest in our house, so it is fitting that she is the final Wisteria Way (our street) roomie to get married. Here are some fun memories...











It was so good to see Bex, her hubby, and cute Lilly. As well as some other college friends, Abby and Lisa! I also loved seeing the beautiful bride and one of her great friends, Melinda (Melinda, I wish we lived closer so we could hang out more!). Matt and I had a great time!!!








And of course I've been in a patriotic mood lately since Summer is in full swing and it is SO hot in SGA! Matt put up some bunting on our front porch. I kind of want to add more. He thinks it is enough. If I had something else to return to Hobby Lobby I would def. pick up some more! That is my thing lately, exchanging things. Haha! :)

Friday Night Fun

Matt and I went on a much needed date night last night. A real date, just the two of us...something we haven't done in a long while. It was so, so hot so we chose to do something inside. We had a gift card to Olive Garden, and then we went to the movies. FUN!!


Before all of that we stopped at the just opened Hobby Lobby! It is one of my very favorite stores and I am thrilled that now Tally has one! I had a few returns to make, so I did that and picked up some red, white and blue bunting!!!


1 Chronicles 29:11
Yours, LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, LORD, is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all.

Maybe I'm a Vampire? :)

I LOVE my OBGYN and going there is actually fun to me. I know that is not normal, but I've never once liked a single Dr. of mine until now, so it is kind of a big deal for me.
Here I was on Wednesday, so excited about going to my favorite place!


Wednesday I went in for bloodwork. Basically, my veins are hard to find. And the people in the lab always get frustrated when trying to take blood. Usually several people are called in and then sometimes even a Dr. Then I am usually told that I don't have blood or veins and that I might be a Vampire. Ha!

Well, I got stuck SO many times, and then got sent home. No blood. She thought I was dehydrated. Good thing I don't mind being stuck or needles at all. In fact, I'd rather get stuck then take a pill or swallow a nasty liquid.

Thursday I went back. After drinking lots and lots of water. Notice the cup?


She finally got it from my hand! She was pleased that I didn't bruise as much as she thought I would in all of the previous places that were stuck!


Is it weird that I was kind of sad that I didn't have to go back on Friday?

Y'all...I am already bored at home and it hasn't even been two weeks. Not to mention I've had plenty to do, been out of town a lot, and Matt's been home (although he's been really busy working on work related things). Even though I may be bored, I am thankful for rest, laying out, going for walks, getting organized, time with friends and family, and for having lots of time to soul search. I think I just need to come up with a set summer routine.

Memorial Day Weekend

I went to Atlanta last weekend for a bachelorette party! My good college friend, Ms. Lynn Collins is getting married in June, and this was her "last fling before the ring!" :) We met in Macon then drove up to Atl, painted at Dip N Dab, lunched at Panera, decorated, chatted, and played games at the hotel. We also had a lingerie shower for her. Then we went to Eclipse Di Luna Tapas Bar for Dinner and hit The Tongue and Groove Lounge afterwards in Buckhead. I think she had a blast!














Sunday and part of Monday, I got to spend time with my niece and nephew and my in-laws. We had a wonderful, relaxing time. I got to catch up on my rest from the weekend, go to Target, get in some play time, and go on a little date with my hubby! What could be better?



Monday night we drove to my hometown and had a Memorial Day cookout with my parents before they left to go out of town. I also got to see my sweet dog, Ginger (I truly feel that she helped me grow up...she was my best friend growing up and the sister I never had? Ha) Yeah, I'm a lot attached to her!