Always, Megs

I've been quiet lately. Life has been busy and has thrown me for a bit of a loop. I'm moving tomorrow, and I have no idea where the time went or how this huge change in my life can be upon me already. I am ecstatic to be moving, but my soul is also crying out to stay where it's at. I've never been great with change, and this is a huge one for me. I'm ready for this phase of my life to be over and to move on, but it is scary.

That being said, I'm over the moon to be in a place where I can move and start a life with Jimmy. I can't wait to already be there and unpack and make the apartment into a home. For how ever much I dislike packing my life up into boxes, I love unpacking and decorating.

This blog post is all a bit spacey. I tossed and turned all night and I have a full day of moving boxes and  carrying things to the cars ahead of me, but I wanted to share this exciting time, and put down into words all that has been going on, because I hate forgetting.

xo!

Lately in my little corner of the world, we have been celebrating my mom's birthday. It's actually not until tomorrow, but we've been celebrating here and there for the past week. She and I took a trip to the coast (Santa Cruz, and Capitola area), and had a blast! We used to travel together so often, but it  was the first trip we'd taken together, just the two of us, in a few years now, and it couldn't have been a better time. This last Saturday we celebrated with the family, and I got to give her the new digital camera we bought her. She was so excited, it was just magical. I'm so happy to have gotten her something she's wanted for so long. Here are some pictures from the past week and a half or so.

The cutest bookshop in Santa Cruz. The had little hand written notes all over the store that gave recommendations and  reviews!

My future house!

This house was so expensive, but I'd love to make it into a B&B.

I've been a little timid to share this news with my followers until all my family and friends knew about the decision. Now that I've told all my close family and friends, I wanted to share the news that Jimmy and I will be moving in together at the end of this month! It's a big step, and a big decision, but it has been a long time coming. I truly believe that this is what is meant to happen next in my life, and I am extremely blessed and grateful that it is going to turn from a dream into a reality.

Birthday wishes || Tipsy laughing || Smoke filled hotels || 24 hours spent in the car over three days || Seeing one of my closest friends after being apart for 9 months (I could have had a baby! that's how long it was) || Memories to last a lifetime (the good, the bad and the ugly) - 

The birthday girl and I celebrating it up at Nine Fine Irishmen

Girls weekend.

The cute little Asian lady dancing to all the celtic tunes!

Our uber large drinks at In n Out. It was needed for conquering the grapevine!

In my first hour in Vegas I got licked by a drunken man while eating dinner, and was the first girl to be molested at Thunder From Down Under. Memorable occasions overall. It was all worth it when we got to take a picture with the guys. The rest of the trip rolled out well, and ended with us having pints and singing Irish Folk Songs at Nine Fine Irishmen at the New York, New York hotel. Some of my favorite memories take place in that bar. I've gotten to go there with some of my favorite people in the world. I'm already planning a trip back with my boyfriend as we speak (though for now the plans exist only in my mind). 

I'm so lucky to be blessed with great people in my life. Those friends lead to lifelong memories.

A smattering of pictures from the past. Pictures from Vienna & Salzburg, Austria back in 2007.












I so thoroughly enjoyed this trip. It left me with burning memories in my brain. The sound of my mother's laughter, walking with my dad through the gardens, and the taste of crisp apple streudel on my tongue quickly dissolving in sugary goodness. I am so blessed to have been able to travel so many places with two of my best friends; my mom and dad.

The words I have today are few and far between. My life seems to be rolling along ahead of me and I'm always just one step behind (hello August, long time no see, and sooner than expected). However, the changes that are on the horizon are welcomely met, and I couldn't be more excited for how things are turning out. To try and capture the feelings I've felt with words is for now out of my grasp. Just know that things are moving in the right direction and plans have been set into motion. 
Some recent photos and things to be thankful for:



My upcoming trip with a bestie and lovely friend to Vegas || Being able to wake up in the morning, drink my coffee, and run 5 miles || Getting to have lunch with my best friend and hearing her say how much she'll miss me when I move away, but how excited she is for me || the smell of fresh tomatoes from our garden || planning a life together and daydreaming about decorating our apartment || freshly painted nails || lazy sunday afternoons || the feeling you get when you buy someone a present you know they'll love || long hugs in the hot sun and feeling the desire to not let go || looking forward to the future for the first time in ages and knowing everything's going to work out just fine.