Washington, Summer 2015 (pt. 2)

Day three: Downtown Seattle. My Aunt took a day off of work so that she could hang out with us girls for the day. We were total tourists and visited just about every tourist destination that we possibly could.

First stop: The Troll.

Next: Thrift shopping while Auntie grocery shops.

Next Stop: Space Needle.

For Lunch: Starbucks Reserve & Roastery.

Next Stop: Pioneer Square.

Next Stop: Mark's Apartment.

Next Stop: Pike Place Market.

Next Stop: Original Starbucks.

Next Stop: Gum Wall. (Ew or Ahhh?)

Next Stop: Around downtown for dinner...

...and of course, dessert.

The city holds so much, and I loved getting to explore its nooks and crannies. I mean, I found a shirt that says "Without Ice Cream There Would Be Darkness And Chaos"... what more could I have asked for?

I sure do love this city.

Sincerely,

New-found City-girl.

xx

Washington, Summer 2015 (pt. 1)

Hello friends.

I am so excited to share with you all of my adventures that I undertook while I was in Washington. I was fortunate enough to get to go and visit my lovely Aunt, Kirsten, for five days. Aaaand even better... I got to bring my best friend along for the ride, Dree! We accomplished what we hoped to and much, much more on our trip. We dipped our toes into the world of traveling, and now we are ready to  dive in deeper.

These pictures don't even begin to capture the beauty and life that my favorite state holds, but it gives you an idea. 

Day one & two: Washington Nature. We woke up at the crack of dawn (5:22 AM to be exact) to watch the sunrise at Mt. Si. **HUGE shouts out to my cousin for being our chauffeur for the day.**

We drove a little down the road for our next adventure spot, Snoqualmie Falls.

Such a breathtaking view. No wonder my Grannie got married here! Next stop: the old northwest railway.

Of course, I went barefoot. I may have gotten a splinter or two... or, like, five. Coolest spot though, seriously.

And of course, at the end of the day we went back to Auntie's house. However, absolutely zero complaints... there were always friends waiting for us when we got home!

Boy, I am really missing all of this green stuff. But, hey, I will be back soon. Mark my words.

Sincerely,

Barefoot Wanderer.

xx

Baby Johnson

This weekend, I was lucky enough to attend the baby shower of a gal friend of mine. Criste Johnson is due in about 6 weeks with a precious baby boy on the way!! I remember the day I found out that Criste and her husband, Ben, were pregnant. I was so overjoyed; tears ran down my face as I began to imagine how great of parents these two are going to be.
I always have dreamed about being a mother. It may be because I have babysat for the past six years; it may be because I am the oldest sister of four girls. Whatever the reason is, I am beyond excited to someday, God willingly, become a mother. The gift of a child is so precious. When I think of the exciting news of a child on the way, I think of the birth of Samuel in the Bible. Elkanah was married to a woman named Hannah, who was unable to bear children. They were so hopeful in the Lord that he would provide them a child, so Elkanah made trips to sacrifice to the Lord. Hannah made her was up to Shiloh, and there she weeped and prayed that the Lord would give her a baby. Finally, after years of waiting, they find Hannah is pregnant. She gives birth to a baby boy, whom she dedicates to the Lord. Could you imagine: You are physically incapable of having a baby, but after a heartfelt prayer, you are blessed with a healthy and beautiful child? Craziness. This story just continues to remind me how miraculous the birth of every single child is. I am ecstatic for the Johnson's to raise their baby boy, and I cannot wait to be there step by step to watch.

"I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of Him. So now I give him to the Lord. For his whole life he will be given to the Lord." And he worshiped the Lord there. 1 Samuel 1:27-28

I am praying for a healthy child, and an easy birth. Blessings to the new baby boy, as I know you will be raised in the best hands. I cannot wait to meet you!

Sincerely,

Baby Johnson's Babysitter.

xx