I can Hear the Bells...

....well don't ya hear them chime?

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Yea...I'm a fan of the musical Hairspray...don't judge me! ;)

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So, I got a job! Finally!

I am now employed downtown at a local bridal boutique.

Ever seen those bridal shows on TLC?

I pretty much do that...only on an alot smaller scale.

I'm gonna let you in on a little secret...

it's alot more complicated and detailed than TLC makes it seem.

Today was my first day on the job and let's just say that my brain is just a tad bit fried.

My boss threw so much info at me that the ache that was forming in my brain eventually

moved down to my back and then to my stomach.

You have to measure guys for tuxes, order items from the catalog, steam the dresses,

help people figure out what they want (which is actually the fun part), and so much more. I'm sure I will eventually get the hang of everything, but I just want to make sure I know what I'm doing and do everything correctly. After all, weddings are extremely important! Even though this new job is challenging and confusing, I feel extremely blessed to have it.

God knew what kind of job I wanted and.... He won't throw anything at me that I can't handle.

I found this quote this evening that really encouraged me:

Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying,

"I will try again tomorrow."

~Mary-Anne Radmacher

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If any of you have any questions "bridal" wise....let me know! ;)

Icky Flu, Possible Jobness, and Beautiful Music

Hello, hello!

How is everybody doing?

I'm doing pretty good! Especially now that I'm over that icky flu.

That thing made me crash hard! I couldn't get out of the house for more than a week.

All is well and good now, thank goodness.

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Today I had an interview (well, sort of) for a part time job at a local pre-school.

It's funny, I never pictured me working at a pre-school, daycare, or anything with kids.

I'm just not that kind of person.

Don't get me wrong!

I love kids.

I guess I'm just not used to them since I've never had any little siblings or cousins.

And I have never ever liked babysitting.

I would so prefer to mow a lawn over babysitting.

But after spending the day at a pre-school, I found that I really enjoyed working there.

I guess it is the structure, and that I'm just helping...not leading.

So I really hope this job works out, not only cause I need the money,

but because I feel God could really use me there.

But whether I get this job or not, I know God has taught me multiple

things during this experience.

And as for the money issue, God is in control. :)

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During this whole stressfulness about the job interview, studying for CLEP tests,

and planning for my CO trip, I have really enjoyed listening to a specific cd.

I recently got Francesca Battistelli's My Paper Heart Deluxe Edition.

I LOVE IT.

Her voice is amazing and sooo easy to sing to. (because I am low just like her)

The style of music is upbeat yet melodious, so it's great for the whole family.

But my personal favorite thing about her music are the lyrics.

They are so....perfect.

It's hard to explain, but it applies to my life perfectly.

Her music really lifts me up when I am down, and gets my focus back on track.

So....if you haven't already, you should buy her cd.

I recommend her My Paper Heart Deluxe Edition, because I love her bonus songs.

Here is one of my favorite songs that she sings.

Not the most popular, (and i don't think she wrote it)

but the way she sings it is priceless.