Iced Coffee Makes For Some Powerful Brain Activity

I usually don't come up with a title until the very end of my writing. Not that you would know that- but I was trying to think of one just now and decided to wait and see what I would write about first. Not sure what the topic is today- I only know I need to write.

Over the last year of having this blog and updating the world on the adventures of my life since moving to the West Coast, I've wondered if anyone besides me really got anything out of it. I understand that people like to know what is going on in my life and those that are close to me, like to know that I am indeed OKAY and that my heart is okay. It's been a rough process, but you have been with me through it all, whether in person, in your encouraging words, or your anonymity, I know that I have an abundant supply of encouragement and love from my cyber friends.

Over the last couple of weeks, I have gotten a couple of emails from people that have read my blog and stated that it was exaclty what they needed at this point in their lives. Some of them I do not know, some of them I do. This morning I recieved one such email while I was getting ready for work. It could be that I am incredibly emotional this week (you can guess why), or it could be the sudden realization that my writing actually gets out there... whatever the case, it made my heart happy. Happy to know that fate (or God) would cause someone to stumble across my blog and take the time to read it and it turns out to be exactly what they need at this point in their life.

I posted my email address at the end of one of my posts a few months ago for this very reason. It's always a good feeling to write and tell you what's going thru this crazy head of mine, but it's an amazing feeling to know that, not only are people reading this thing, but they are getting something out of it.

Life is throwing these situations at me that I have no clue how to deal with. I'm constantly having to ask for help and guidance - which I guess is pretty typical for a 22 year old... But I feel like I have always had a plan; for the most part I have always had the answers to my questions. I'm not sure if that's called luck or naivety. Either way, I am now dealing with things I have not had to deal with before. I am in the middle of uncharted waters, without a paddle, lacking a life vest and I'm pretty sure the "black smoke" is on his way to get me (Sorry- I had to throw in a LOST reference).

Even though I have a lot of questions right now and no answers in sight, I have an overwhelming peace in my heart. It's not something I can easily describe, but it's a feeling that lets me know that there is nothing to worry about; that things will be okay and whatever questions I have now, will EVENTUALLY be answered, and then I will know what to do and I will be able to move to the next step of this crazy mixed up life.

Lately, I've been experiencing that overwhelming urge to do something, to help someone. It never goes away, it just gets smothered by other things sometimes (finals are over, so of course, it's back!), Now that Summer is gracing us with her warm presence (and not to mention only 59 more days until my boy moves here!!), I have more time on my hands, more time to devote to something I know I need to do. I am excited to see what the next few months will bring.

Not sure if this post makes a lot of sense, but I know that the feeling I had this morning on the way to work, this urge to write, was for someone. Whoever you are, I hope it helps. I hope you realize that while life may seem unfair and it may seem like God is playing some evil trick on you, I promise you there will be answers one day. I can't promise it will be what you WANT to hear, but when you finally do get all of the answers, it will be what you NEED to hear.

Now, if only I could make a living out of this, we could all be happy campers. Until then, please pass the bug spray along to all of your friends and even your mosquitoes.

LOVELOVELOVE
-C

Babies!

This post is for my nieces and nephews... My mom, pop, brothers and sisters love to send me videos and pictures of my babies and I think it's about time you all got to see them too! Besides, they are too cute for you not to see ;)

This is Noah Cooper (8 months), Melody Kate (1 year and 5 months) and Kayden Alyse(4 years old).

Kayden and Noah are brother and sister. They belong to my middle brother and his wife. I am really close with Kayden because she is older and I lived at home for the first 3.5 years of her life. I have only been able to see Noah once, but don't worry, I will make sure to spoil him enough so that he will know good and well who I am ;)


This little cutie is Melody Kate. She is my oldest brother and his wife's kid. She was about 7 months old when I left home and she has grown SO much since then! I cannot believe she is walking and running around everywhere!

They tell me that he is such a happy baby and that he ADORES his older sister! I can picture her torturing him (because lets be honest- it's what we did to her when she was little- just making sure she's got tough skin so no one messes with her!), but he just loves her and laughs at anything she does.

Okay, so they aren't exactly my neice and nephew by blood, but they may as well be! My childhood best friend was pregnant with twins and AMAZINGLY she carried them full term! (well, 39 weeks- basically full term!) Anyways, the one on the left is Graham Keith and on the right is Evie Kate. Aren't they adorable??

Beautiful Evie Kate. Kayla says she sleeps a lot and is super mellow. I get to see them in July when I am visiting Alabama and I can't wait to hold them!

Graham Keith is the hyper one! But he's so cute that I don't think it matters right now how loud he is ;)

So those are my babies. I hope you like the pictures! I get to see ALL OF THEM in July and I am couting down the days (57 to be exact)!

As always, I hope everyone is doing good. I haven't had much to write in a while, but I may soon. My dad leaves for Isreal on Sunday, May 23, so keep him in your prayers!

I bought my tickets to go home and then fly up to Illinois to drive back to California with Donnie (63 days ;) )

LOVELOVELOVE to all of you and yours :)

-C

When Straw Wrappers Break In The Middle...

Some pictures for your enjoyment :)

Being a nuisance while he is driving...

Humiston Woods

Girls and Guitars

Blogspot likes to post pictures in reverse order or something... ANYWAYS! Here is Miss Ashlee Wilson! She is a (very talented) singer/songwriter. She does open mics and plays various gigs in South Orange County.

This is after we finished shooting at San Clemente peir- we hung out and she played a few songs for the locals!

I want her hair! And her skillz...

There you have it! Hope you enjoy!

LOVELOVELOVE
-C

Happy Birthday Evie Kate and Graham Keith!

Today, May 11, 2010, my very best friend in the whole world, Kayla, had her twins!! Graham Keith is 7lbs 12oz, 20.5 in long, born at 8:35AM and Evie Kate is 5lbs 15oz, 19 in long, born at 8:37!! Both babies are healthy and beautiful! I am so excited for Kayla and Stuart! What an adventure, huh? She has started a blog so that her family and friends can keep up with the twins: The Wootwins

LOVELOVELOVE
-C

Walkin' on Moonbeams

Last weekend I made a trip to Illinois to surprise my boy =) Here are the results....

This picture is actually from the summer of 2004- when we met each other in Europe. (He's the one on the left)

Thankfully, his friend took a bunch of random pictures :)

Us being completely normal.

It was a really great trip! His friends were so awesome in helping me plan the suprise for him and all. We got to spend some time with his parents which was great and I got to see him play a show! It was a fantastic trip!

LOVELOVELOVE

-C