Thursday, November 16, 2017
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Relaxing Music with Gentle Ocean Sounds, Soothing Waves and Peaceful Music
I have the worst insomnia. I believe it is a combination of menopause and the fact that it took me months last year to get my body used to in a completely different time zone. While we were back in the states this summer I was fine.Like TOTALLY fine. I have my days when I can fall asleep at 8 or 9 and not wake up until 4 or 5. Those are the times when life is great!!! Last night was one of those where it was pretty difficult for me. I came across this on YouTube and it really helped me . There are so many that I listen to to try and relax me but it was something different about this one.
So if you struggle like me may I suggest this. This will be my go to from now on. Sweet dreams my loves.
Know that I love ya. Mean it.
So if you struggle like me may I suggest this. This will be my go to from now on. Sweet dreams my loves.
Know that I love ya. Mean it.
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Finding my place
Hi! I know it has been FOREVER since the last time we got together and I am truly apologetic for that. We've gone on Spring break, summer break, and now back to the grind.
Things are pretty much back to normal here in Doha. We've gotten back to our regular routines fairly quickly and easily. G3 is getting into the groove of being an 8th grade scholar. Ville is getting to know his new students and his new role as MUN adviser. Mekai Elise has made a major life transition. While we traveled back across the seas in August she traveled cross country to being a new chapter in Farmington, Minnesota. She landed a great job and started an internship fairly quickly upon getting there. And she has even managed to get herself some new transportation. We are extremely proud of her and we know that this will prove to be the start of something fantastic for her.
As for me, well I'm tryna figure out exactly where I fit in. What my next move will be. I know that I am much more than merely Ville's wife, G3 and Mekai's momma. There is a bigger purpose for me. I just need to find it. I have a number of ideas floating around in my head, but I don't wanna just jump into something that really is not my calling. Not because I'm afraid, but because I don't want to do something that is not what I'm supposed to do. You feel me? I know without a shadow of a doubt that God gives each of us a mission while here on earth and it is our responsibility to accomplish a specific goal. Jeremiah 29:11. I have a number of people in my ear telling me what THEY think I should do. But I am learning that I can't do something to make others happy or because THEY told me that I should. This is my life and I have to live it for me. Gone are the days of people pleasing.
I just turned 47 last month and I did a lot of soul searching and introspection during the days leading up to my bornday. Reflecting back to when I turned 17. My high school years are really a blur for various reasons. There was so much going on in my life. Things that I will eventually share. Bday number 27, I celebrating as a separated/soon to be divorced wife of a one year old. Sad because my marriage had become non existent but hopeful for what the future had in store. When I turned 37, it was a major celebration. March of that year the artery behind my heart was 70% blocked and I had to have a coated stent implanted. So to say that I was thankful to be alive to see my birthday that year is an understatement.
So I guess my final thoughts as I close this blog update are, cherish each and everyday. Know that you are loved and appreciated.Start the day with a grateful heart and positive attitude. Tell the people closest to you how much they mean to you. Take care of yourself so that you are able to take care of others. Know that I love ya! Mean it!
Things are pretty much back to normal here in Doha. We've gotten back to our regular routines fairly quickly and easily. G3 is getting into the groove of being an 8th grade scholar. Ville is getting to know his new students and his new role as MUN adviser. Mekai Elise has made a major life transition. While we traveled back across the seas in August she traveled cross country to being a new chapter in Farmington, Minnesota. She landed a great job and started an internship fairly quickly upon getting there. And she has even managed to get herself some new transportation. We are extremely proud of her and we know that this will prove to be the start of something fantastic for her.
As for me, well I'm tryna figure out exactly where I fit in. What my next move will be. I know that I am much more than merely Ville's wife, G3 and Mekai's momma. There is a bigger purpose for me. I just need to find it. I have a number of ideas floating around in my head, but I don't wanna just jump into something that really is not my calling. Not because I'm afraid, but because I don't want to do something that is not what I'm supposed to do. You feel me? I know without a shadow of a doubt that God gives each of us a mission while here on earth and it is our responsibility to accomplish a specific goal. Jeremiah 29:11. I have a number of people in my ear telling me what THEY think I should do. But I am learning that I can't do something to make others happy or because THEY told me that I should. This is my life and I have to live it for me. Gone are the days of people pleasing.
I just turned 47 last month and I did a lot of soul searching and introspection during the days leading up to my bornday. Reflecting back to when I turned 17. My high school years are really a blur for various reasons. There was so much going on in my life. Things that I will eventually share. Bday number 27, I celebrating as a separated/soon to be divorced wife of a one year old. Sad because my marriage had become non existent but hopeful for what the future had in store. When I turned 37, it was a major celebration. March of that year the artery behind my heart was 70% blocked and I had to have a coated stent implanted. So to say that I was thankful to be alive to see my birthday that year is an understatement.
So I guess my final thoughts as I close this blog update are, cherish each and everyday. Know that you are loved and appreciated.Start the day with a grateful heart and positive attitude. Tell the people closest to you how much they mean to you. Take care of yourself so that you are able to take care of others. Know that I love ya! Mean it!
Sunday, January 1, 2017
Happy New Year!! 2017 is here...........now what?
Welp you all, we made it through another 365 days. We made it! No matter what it looks like when you glance over your shoulder the fact of the matter is that YOU ARE STILL HERE!!!
I find myself being very retrospective these days. I guess we all get that way when we come up on the beginning of a new year. As I look back on all that transpired to get us to where we are today, tears well up in my eyes and gratitude and thanksgiving fills my heart. We didn't see the great big doors God was planning to open up to us back this time last year. However, we never doubted that He indeed have a specific plan for us and that no matter what He would bring it to pass. As I type on this keyboard I am overwhelmed with yawning because I was up well past 3 am laughing and talking to one of my childhood friends who on a layover back to the United States from Thailand took sometime to come hang out with Ville and I last night! How cool is that? Talk about hometown homies!!! It was great to see him and catch up with each other in person as opposed to social media. All we needed was some Halo Burger, and some Boston Coolers!!!
We were fortunate enough to spend our Christmas holiday in Dubai. G3 and I spent Christmas Day at LEGOland Dubai. He absolutely loved it. He rode rides, played with enough legos to make my head spin. He managed to get me to purchase a red Ferrari that he put together with no problem the day after we got home. He got tons of great gifts for Christmas. Some he was expecting and some he was not. Just being able to give him almost everything on his list meant the world to us. There was a time when we had to pick and choose what girts we could get. We did not have that worry this year. Our daughter was able to travel to visit family over Thanksgiving. That was something that we were able to help with as well.
God is at the center of all we do. He is the one who makes this all possible. We haven't and won't ever deny that fact. He knew we needed an answered prayer and He answered it. He will give you what you ask for. Sometimes it may not look exactly like you thought, but however it is presented you have to be willing to accept it, step out on faith and live the life He has prepared for you. But don't ask if you ain't ready. You gotta trust and believe that He has your best interest at heart and that He will never steer you wrong. Faith is the key! I don't know how else to explain it. If you are looking for something in this new year, ask for it, write it down, believe that it will come to pass, and then make ready to receive it. In that order.
Ville's new position has afforded us the opportunity to do a lot of travel. We are looking forward to our next adventure coming up the end of the month. We are excited to be able to see what this world has to offer. I am excited that I get to take a few of you along with us. God gave us this world to experience, not to sit by and be a spectator. But an active participant. Know that I love ya! Mean it!
I find myself being very retrospective these days. I guess we all get that way when we come up on the beginning of a new year. As I look back on all that transpired to get us to where we are today, tears well up in my eyes and gratitude and thanksgiving fills my heart. We didn't see the great big doors God was planning to open up to us back this time last year. However, we never doubted that He indeed have a specific plan for us and that no matter what He would bring it to pass. As I type on this keyboard I am overwhelmed with yawning because I was up well past 3 am laughing and talking to one of my childhood friends who on a layover back to the United States from Thailand took sometime to come hang out with Ville and I last night! How cool is that? Talk about hometown homies!!! It was great to see him and catch up with each other in person as opposed to social media. All we needed was some Halo Burger, and some Boston Coolers!!!
We were fortunate enough to spend our Christmas holiday in Dubai. G3 and I spent Christmas Day at LEGOland Dubai. He absolutely loved it. He rode rides, played with enough legos to make my head spin. He managed to get me to purchase a red Ferrari that he put together with no problem the day after we got home. He got tons of great gifts for Christmas. Some he was expecting and some he was not. Just being able to give him almost everything on his list meant the world to us. There was a time when we had to pick and choose what girts we could get. We did not have that worry this year. Our daughter was able to travel to visit family over Thanksgiving. That was something that we were able to help with as well.
God is at the center of all we do. He is the one who makes this all possible. We haven't and won't ever deny that fact. He knew we needed an answered prayer and He answered it. He will give you what you ask for. Sometimes it may not look exactly like you thought, but however it is presented you have to be willing to accept it, step out on faith and live the life He has prepared for you. But don't ask if you ain't ready. You gotta trust and believe that He has your best interest at heart and that He will never steer you wrong. Faith is the key! I don't know how else to explain it. If you are looking for something in this new year, ask for it, write it down, believe that it will come to pass, and then make ready to receive it. In that order.
Ville's new position has afforded us the opportunity to do a lot of travel. We are looking forward to our next adventure coming up the end of the month. We are excited to be able to see what this world has to offer. I am excited that I get to take a few of you along with us. God gave us this world to experience, not to sit by and be a spectator. But an active participant. Know that I love ya! Mean it!
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