Day 1: New beginings

A new year brings new beginings.

 Today we moved out of my parents back room and into our new apt. 2017 was a wild ride and now there's so many unknowns, but we will prevail with God on our side! We start 2018 fresh with now two little ones and a year full of possibilities

Day 48: Rain Fall

Today was the first rain fall of Autumn! I am very happy.

 I love the sound rain on the rooftops and the smell of wet pavement. 

They say there might be thunder, I say, "Bring it on!"

-Natalie

Day 47: The Dinner Party

Had a lovely time with lovely people. I don't usually come out of my cave, but I was glad I did this time. Good company and good food makes for a happy Natalie.

As always, 

-Natalie

Day 46: Ruffled

Yeah, you're probably tired of pictures of the sewing stuff, but I have class, what else am I supposed to take pictures of? Today's task was pretty difficult. We had to do 2-1 ruffles and 3-1 ruffles. It took the whole class to do and I didn't even get to finish :(. Maybe next time.

-Natalie

Day 45: He used the stars to guide his way

Finally got my hot drink for Stargazing!

We had this whole plan for a day hike and picnic, but we ended up being too lazy to do any of it. At the end of the day we didn't want to have stayed at home on a "holiday," so we decided to see the stars. I gotta tell ya, I definitely feel the seasons changing. We gotta remember to come better prepared for the cold next time... 10 layers ought to do it.

-Natalie

Day 44: Aisles of Smiles

Maybe it's because I don't like crowds or long lines, but I really enjoy going to the 24 hr. Walmart. I made a calendar plan of meals for the week and we bought meats and produce accordingly. By the end of our shopping excursion we were pretty knackered. 

-Natalie

Day 43: Isn't She Lovely?

Spent the day at the mall with my lovely cousin Claudia. She's a freshmen in high-school now, which just makes me feel old. It was nice walking around and talking about days past. It's crazy how many things she remembers from when she was little, things that seemed so trivial but became memories that she cherished. I'm glad I could be part of her happy memories as a child, and I hope I can continue to make happy memories with her as she continues to grow. 

-Natalie

Day 42: Whistle While You Work

Spent the whole day cleaning with Danny. You'd think with the amount of time I spent picking up the house would look half-way decent. Alas, that was not the case. Still have a lot of work ahead of me. No picture today :( I thought about it, but then I got distracted....

Oooh butterfly!

-Natalie

Day 41: So Darkness I Became

Ah, night! The time of day when Natalie comes alive, yet everyone else is tucked in their beds. It's not that I don't like sleeping, I just don't like having the day end so soon. I know that if I start going to sleep at a decent hour I might be productive, but It' so hard to break old habits. Plus, I like the silence and calm that the dark offers. 

-Natalie

Day 40: Dinner for 7

Mom and Dad are on a vegan diet for church, so we were invited to try one of the new recipes that my mom was trying out. It tasted really good, if not a bit spicy. I think I lost a layer of my stomach lining. Afterward, we played headbands and realized just how difficult children's games could be. 

-Natalie

Day 39: Lookkit What I Made!

Today's class when by so quickly, and I was working up to the last moment- badgering those unlucky folk around me about what exactly we were supposed to be doing. In the end I was very surprised it looked anything like what the teacher made. I'm happy I actually have something that looks like it can belong in a garment now ^_^

-Natalie

Day 38: In Memoriam

I did not know you, but I know a few of those that you left behind. I pray that your family finds consolation and may your soul know peace.

-Natalie

Day 37: The Vellekoop Hair Salon

Danny's hair was pretty wild and untamed, so he asked me to cut it for him. It's been three times now that I've cut his hair. Honestly, I think I'm getting worse as the time goes by. This time I left certain areas a little patchy, although he swears there's no telling. I need to find those Youtube videos again for a refresher. 

-Natalie

Day 36: Words, Words, Words

Sometimes, all you need is a good book to pass the time. Honestly, this book isn't going to win the Pulitzer any time soon, but it was really fun and quirky. I'm sad it's over now, but it was great while it lasted. And anyway, there's always the re-read to look forward to. 

Natalie

Day 35: Family Matters

My Tia Has been in the hospital for a couple of weeks due to low Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium brought on by her recent Thyroid surgery. I really wish I could be more help to her. She asks me what I went through and I find that many things are different. However, I think a lot of things are similar enough that it gives her hope. If I can give her something positive to look forward to, then I've done good, I think. 

-Natalie

Day 34: Sew Far Sew Good

Sad to admit, I've been waiting to use that title for a while *hangs head in shame*. Anyway, class was pretty intense this time. Had a bit of a time keeping up, but I think I got the gist of what we had to do. I know there are more difficult seams and things coming, but best not think of that lest I get overwhelmed once more. 

Wish me Luck!

-Natalie

Day 33: Designer Dan

Danny and I went Shopping! It was about time too. Danny's been needing some nice clothes for a while so I decided to take him to find something nice. We left the store with 2 pants, one tee and one button up. He looks really good in them <3

-Natalie

Day 32: The Girl Who Waited

For her ride to turn up after sewing class.... 

-Natalie

Day 31: Insert Picture Here

I was so tired, I basically spent the whole day on the couch. I really didn't want to take a picture of that, so you will have to use your imagination....

-Natalie

Day 30: Knock on Wood

So, we missed out of a day of Camping, but at lest we made up for it with a wonderful hike. It's really an amazing experience hiking amongst the Beautiful Redwoods. I'm glad I got to cross that one off my list. Will def. want to come back again!

-Natalie