Memorial Day Weekend

This past weekend I enjoyed a long weekend at my friend Carrie's lake house. We ventured out on Saturday morning. It is on Lake Cedar Creek which is right before Dallas. The drive was pretty short and sweet, with a stop at Bucees on the way there. We arrived at the lake just in time for lunch! We wanted to get up there fairly early, so that we would have at least 2 full days. Most of Saturday was spent laying out and just relaxing. Definitely some of my favorite things to do. The rest of Carrie's family trickled on in throughout the day. Saturday night was full of yummy food, games and lots of laughter. Their family is really into a game called SHARK, and let me just tell you it is almost impossible... It was definitely too hard for me! 

Sunday morning we woke up bright and early, had some yummy breakfast and then we were off for a boat ride. Boat rides are one of my all time favorite things to do. If I could just sleep on a boat as it sails through the water I'd be in heaven! After spending another whole day outside, we gathered to enjoy another delicious meal  for dinner. 

I am not one who eats three full course meals so by the end of Sunday night I started to kind of feel sick at my stomach.There was so much rich and delicious food that my tummy just didn't know how to handle it. After dinner Saturday night, I headed off to take a shower and get some rest while the others played some more games. I was sad to miss the fun, but I thoroughly enjoyed my rest. 

We woke up yesterday and kind of just took our time getting all of our stuff together and soaking up our last couple hours of "freedom". We enjoyed one last boat ride before heading back home to Houston. The drive home was longer than on the way up there because of all the crazy weather. Man oh man did we luck out on all the beautiful weather this weekend. I was very excited to get home and enjoy some of my mom's yummy potato salad and ribs! I sure do love a little get away, but I must say I also love coming home to my bed, family and my little routine.

So now here I am wishing and hoping that my days left of freedom are filled with relaxation, nights out with friends and just enjoying all the things that I am blessed with. 

Until next time!

XOXOXOXO,

Maggie 

  

Letting the Light Shine Through

A couple weeks ago a dear friend of mine, asked if I would like to join her in reading the bible front to back. I thought to myself, that is such a good idea. There is no better way than filling your summer days with some Jesus. He can be a light to all! Often times I find myself wondering how is it possible that The Lord can be a light to so many people, when I struggle being just a light to myself? Then I remember I was placed on this earth with a purpose, and though my purpose has not been completely fulfilled I know that before this life is over, I will have accomplished the goal that The Lord has for me! One thing that I do know though is that everyone is a winner in one way or another. Whether it is having a lot patience, being a super star or just simply being a good listener, EVERYONE was brought on this earth to conquer what was best suited for them.

Somedays I wake up with the feeling of wanting to change the world, and other days I wake up with thoughts of doubt, but it's in that moment that I remember I must push through for my job is not yet completed. Before too long  I won't have all this free time to just sit back and relax. My carefree days will soon be filled with little children running around screaming, and dogs and cats whining , but in those  moments I will remember The Lord placed me on this earth to love and nurture children of all sorts. Children near and children far. He gave me this heart to love and beloved all at the same time!

So this summer I will learn to love a little harder and cherish these moments that I was blessed with. I  encourage you all to come along side of me as I read my bible front to back with my dear friend Carrie!


Love to all!!


Maggie

The Eyes of TEXAS are Upon You!

This past weekend my sweet sister graduated from the University of Texas! Our family had the privilege of going to Austin to celebrate Lauren all weekend long. Lauren knew from pretty much the start of her high school career that she wanted to go to UT. She has worked so hard to get to where she is today, and I couldn't be prouder. She is a walking example of "hard work pays off!" 

We got to Austin early on Thursday evening, where we met up with my sister,Aunt Jane, and Uncle Steve. The five of us headed to Trudy's for dinner, so we could kick off the weekend the right way. My dad and brother came up a little bit later than us on Thursday, but they were able to make it for dinner which was great. After waiting for TWO HOURS we finally got seated.. y'all I was getting soooo "hangry". After dinner we parted ways with my sister and everyone, but her went back to the hotel,while she went home to her apartment. From then on out we were on the go 24/7, to the point you barely could stop and catch your breath. I love being busy but let me tell you this wore me out. Friday and Saturday were full of graduation festivities. We were able to get a little bit of shopping in which is always a nice thing! 

Today we slowly woke up and packed our stuff. We said our goodbyes to Lauren and took my Aunt to the airport. And then off we went to Houston! It was a short little ride back to Houston. That is one of the greatest things about UT it is so close to home. My sister will stay in Austin one more week, before coming home to start her job here in Houston! We are so lucky to be able to have her coming back home. 

Lauren, you are a star and I am so blessed to call you my sweet and smart sister! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH! 

And since every post is better with pictures, I will leave you with some from this weekend!

Outside at Trudy's 

Dinner at the Roaring Fork!

My brother and I waiting for the graduation to start

The sweetest friend ever and I at Lauren and her friend's graduation party!

XOXOXOXOXO,

Maggie

Remember When...

Remember when I posted about there being only a couple more weeks of school left? Well those weeks have slowly become DAYS!!!! In exactly two days I will be saying adios to my freshmen year of college! To say I am just a little bit excited is a total understatement. I couldn't think of anything else that I want more than summer. The past couple weeks have been full of no sleep,a million reviews, and lots last minute assignments. I seriously don't understand why teachers pile everything on last minute.... it is just as much work for them as it is us.

I knew that summer was slowly but surely creeping up on me when a couple of my girlfriends arrived home for the summer! It was probably one of the happiest days of my life. I realized yesterday that I was really slacking on my blogging lately.. and I thought to myself "why is it fair that my blog has to suffer just because I am soo busy and stressed?" and that is when I decided I better post. So here I am at eleven pm on a Tuesday night rambling/procrastinating because I am so tired of looking at this math review.

Y'all Thursday might be one of those days that "My Daily Margarita" becomes "My Daily Margaritas" ;)(if only I was of age).

This year has had its fair share of good and bad, and I am ready to get it over with!


Hopefully the next time I post summer will be here and life will be care free!


Love to all!!


XOXOXOXO,

Maggie