Loving Time!

Dude, it's loving time! Go visit Jamie and join the fun!

Today I'm loving ...

• The caffeine that is getting me through this lovely hump day.
• The fact that I'm 2.5 days away from seeing the Mister.
• That I got the chance to spend quality time with my sister last night - running around like we were still teenagers. Of course, now every elementary school kid recognizes JuneBug and has to say hey. And we have to be home by 10:30. Ah we are such old fuddy duddys.
• My free lunch. Thanks, A!
• My littlies who I get to spend quality time with tonight.
• Fall weather.
• My latest excuse to go shopping. What? I need work pants.
• And last but not least I love my Savior, my family, and my mister.

Day 8: Missing Out

Hello babe,

Today is Wednesday. In my countdown, that means there are two LONG days between me and you. Last night, I went to the fair with JuneBug. We needed a little bonding time. It was great fun. The bright lights, greasy food, and crazy rides are all just as fun as I remember. I'm really hoping you finish up early on Saturday, so I can go back with you. I know you'd love it, and it kills me to think you'd have to miss out because of this job. You know I think that's the thing I hate most about this new job. It's not necessarily that you're away from me, but that you miss out on so many things with your family and friends. But that's life I guess. And now I'm just depressing myself so suffice it to say I miss your face. And I love you dearly.

XOXO,
Annie

Day 7: The Morning After

Hey Mister,

The sappiness has left me. I nearly addressed this "My Dearest Love", but that made my skin get all itchy. So, mister it is. Thank you for coming home this weekend. Just getting to spend a whole day glued to your side made me superdiduperdy happy. And I'm so glad to hear that you're loving your job. That makes this separation SO much easier to bear. As much as I miss both you and Frank, it's nice to know that you're both somewhat happy in your new home. I know you're not as happy as you would be if I were there ;) but as long as you're not miserable I'll survive. JuneBug and I watched "We Bought a Zoo" last night. It was a pretty good movie. However, it became apparent early on that we are both weepy girls at the moment. We cried nearly the whole way through. Miraculously, my eyes are not puffy this morning. BTW, Monday mornings come REALLY early. I know your morning comes earlier than mine, but goodness gracious who thought that was a good idea?!?! Today is going relatively well. It's a busy Monday. I did, however, finish Hunger Games. Whoot Whoot! Of course, now I feel like I have to finish the other two books before I can go back to Fang. Hmmmm .... we'll see. Have you finished the first book yet? I forgot to pack my lunch again today. I'm getting REALLY bad about that. Looks like it's another downtown day for me. Well, my break is over and work is calling my name. I hope your day is going swimmingly. Give Frank a kiss for me. And tell Frank to give you a kiss for me.

I love you,
[Lots of bear hugs and doggy kisses]

Annie

Miscelllany!

 

{1} Weekend Visits

My sweet man came home this weekend, and I was blessed to spend nearly 24 hours with him. I swear I was glued to his side the entire time. Dude, I was such a clingy girly girl. See, Mister, this is what you turn me into when you grace me with a 24 hour visit. Hmmmm ..... {also I have 0 pictures from this weekend ... because I was so absorbed in the boy that I forgot cameras even existed ....}

{Not from this weekend, but we're so cute I thought you needed a pic anyways ;]}

{2} Dancing With The Stars

Tonight is the premiere of DWTS: All Stars. And I'm stoked. I mean if I can't see the HOTTEST MAN EVER during the week then I definitely need to be seeing Mister Fluffy. Because if I hadn't met McHale, then I would definitely marry Derek in a heartbeat. Do you watch DWTS? If so, who do you want to win? I haven't decided yet due to the fact that I love almost ALL of the contestants this season.

{3} Madison County Fair

Dude, the MC Fair will be in town this week! JuneBug and I will be going Tuesday night, and if Mister gets off early Saturday I'll be headed back to the lights, games, and chaos with him that night. Have you ever been to a backwoods country fair? If not, you're missing out. We do it up right with pigs, cows, mud, bright lights, seedy people, fast rides, greasy food, and everybody in the county. It's the big to-do of the season. Everybody goes to the fair.

{4} Lady A Goes On Vacay

My boss is on vacation this week which means I have to work harder than normal but also that our office is much quieter than normal. And as much as I love people, I love the quiet times as well. So, I'm enjoying working on my own this week. On an unrelated side note, I just looked up and out the window and was amazed by the beauty of this day. Oh, sunshine!

Friday Questions!!!

 

 

1. What is one grammar issue you cannot let go without correction? Incorrect verb tense. For some reason it drives me nuts. I believe it is one of the few grammar issues that makes a person sound ignorant. I'm Southern so my grammar is a special mix of correct and backwoods. However, verb tense is taught in elementary school in the sticks. So, if we learn it out here, then it should be common knowledge throughout the country. *Stepping off my soapbox*

2. What's your favorite thing about fall? FOOTBALL!!! And the Madison County Fair. And Halloween. And cooler weather. I think I like Fall more than I thought I did. Hmmmm ...

3. What's your favourite dish to take to a potluck? I don't have a signature dish yet. So far I just take desserts .... or sausage balls. I do like to make sausage balls. I am still on the search for my signature dish. What do you think it should be?

4. When do you start Christmas (Holiday) shopping? A week ago. Seriously, I've already bought 4 of my Christmas gifts. I'm pretty proud of myself!

5. Did you move homes a lot growing up? Nope. I lived in the same house in the boondocks until I went away to college.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. The last time I was on vacation, I went to Biloxi, MS to spend quality time with McHale.
2. For breakfast I like to eat sugar.
3. My heart hurts when I eat too much Mexican food because apparently that's bad for my heart.
4. Why must I clean this house just to turn around and clean it AGAIN.

Day 6: Rollercoaster Survival

'Ello Love,

It has officially been 5 whole days since you moved into your home away from home. I miss you and Frank more than you'll ever know. Our inability to hold a conversation via telephone makes this LDR a little tricky. However, I am counting down the hours until I am in your arms again. It has been a rollercoaster week, but I am currently climbing the hill to the big loop-de-loop. It's a slow climb, but the anticipation of the flippiness makes it all worth it. This week has been anti-climatic. Last night, the JV team played very well and won. Whoot whoot! But Jon was broke, so he rocked his plaid shorts on the sideline. Wednesday was night filled with a new crew of kids who are quickly stealing my heart. And not shockingly I have completely forgotten what happened on Monday and Tuesday. Today, however, is Friday. And this particular Friday is filled with lunch dates, donuts, father/daughter time, and housecleaning (what? It needed to be done sometime). Of course I'll throw in a little Q & A because it makes me happy. And happy people don't go on killing sprees. My ultimate goal for every week - Kill No One.

I feel like that went down a very dark path. Hmmmm .... what I meant to say was I miss you and I love you. And this will not be lengthy due to my inability (once again) to handle the sappiness.

Love,
XOXO,
Annie

Day 5: Another Chapter

My love,

Today I'm adjusting to the fact that in less than a week, I will be in a long distance relationship. I'm a pro at LDR's and am not in the least bit worried. However, I am at the moment trying to soak up as much of you as possible. I want to spend every moment of the next 4 days with you. I want to memorize you. I'm so blessed that you will leave me with such a strong support group. My family is amazing, but to be such an integral part of your family, to have a MIL who loves me and is always there for me means so very much to me. And your crazy brothers will keep me busy and entertained until I can see you again. I kinda just want to take this opportunity to tell you that I am so thankful that you are willing to take time away from your family and friends to work away from home to better our life. I really, really appreciate that. I'm so very blessed to have found a man who cares so much about my well being and our future together. And dang it, I'm getting downright mushy. This is unacceptable. So, I'm going to cut this short. But I love you baby. And this blog will soon be more of a place where you can keep up with my life. And less mushiness which makes my skin crawl.

Love always,
Annie

Day 4: Super Proud

Dear McHale,

This has been a rollercoaster week. I have been adjusting to changes in our life and admittedly have not adjusted well. Today, however, is a wonderful day. And today I want you to know how very proud of you I am. Some days it's hard to equate the man I love with the high school freshman I once knew. You're one of the most amazing men I know. Your constant search for a job that betters your position while keeping you close to me makes me love you more than ever. Your work ethic is extraordinary. When you put in a 12 hour day and then still manage to make time to spend with me, it seriously floors me. I know you think I don't realize how long your day has been or how hard you have worked, but I do and I appreciate all you do. I'm proud of your push for independence. I know you don't believe this but for me independence is a big deal. Now you have a job, a car, and you don't live with your mom. That's downright epic. I realize that our current decisions are not necessarily the smartest financial decisions, but I feel like there is more to life than finances and as long as we are frugal we will manage just fine. Speaking of finances, I'm SOOOO proud of how far you have come with managing your personal finances. Your restraint amazes me. This week I have splurged more times than I should have, so you're my hero this week. There are probably a thousand more reasons that have currently slipped to the back of my mind, but I want you to know that I am so uber proud to call you mine. You're the greatest boyfriend ever. And I love you more than you'll ever be able to imagine.

Love,
Annie

Five Question Friday

Fridays are meant for break-taking. At least I think so, so I decided to join in a little link up fun. Click on the picture below and join in on the fun!!

1. What's your view on men wearing sandals (yay or nay)? Sandals are definitely not the worst thing a man could wear. Do I straight up love men in sandals? No. Do they make me swoon with their sexiness? Possibly but not because of the sandals. So, I guess I'm not opposed to men wearing sandals, but I'm not completely turned on by men wearing sandals either.


2. What song do you love but are embarrassed to admit? This one was super difficult for me. I'm not embarrassed in the least by any of my middle school music choices. However, back in the day when the Jonas Brothers were big, and I was as anti-Jonas as they came, then my online bestie made me a photo edit with lyrics from "When You Look Me in the Eyes" and I was hooked. Stupid Jonas Brothers.


3. What summer camp should they make for moms? My mom knowledge is lacking since I'm not a mom. However, I think moms and I would agree that a mom summer camp should be located at the beach, should be child free, and should include chocolate.
 
4. What is the most romantic song? (Not necessarily your favorite or your wedding song...) So, I asked McHale this question. And he said, "You're My Inspiration" by Chicago. I think that's super sweet. However, if I were choosing, I'd lean more toward, "Me and You" by Kenny Chesney. Because I'm a country girl at heart, and this is the perfect slow dance song. Oh and it might bring a few tears to my eyes ...


5. Do you have an embarrassing pregnancy story? Nah. I've had exactly ZERO pregnancies, so that limits my pregnancy stories.

 

Day 3: Moving Day

Dearest McHale,

 I didn't like you very much yesterday. I mean I might as well be honest about it. You were in a bad mood, and I was bossy. But at the end of the day I still loved you. And even when I said awful mean things and thought I had screwed up our relationship forever (because sometimes I'm super insecure like that) you just made a joke out of them and laughed it off. And while you laughing when I'm mad sometimes pisses me off, it was just what I needed this time. So, thank you for being super amazing.

Thank you for not rushing me even though I know you really want to. Thank you for understanding my decisions as they affect a whole plethora of people outside of our little world. And thank you for being so super patient with me.

As you move in to your new place today, I want you to know that I'm so super proud of you. I'm amazed by the things you have accomplished in your life. I'm in awe of how mature and grown up you are (since I'm totally a immature, slacker child). And I feel so very blessed to be able to call you mine. I pray that you and Alex will become the best of friends and have all sorts of adventures. I hope that he will be accepting of our crazy crew. And I firmly believe that this will be the beginning of something beautiful. A gigantic change for the two of us but something beautiful nonetheless.

I love you.

Love,
Annie

PS - Quit thinking about me because I know they haven't turned on the electricity yet I don't want you getting all hot and bothered.

What I'm Loving Wednesday

I'm taking a break from letters to join up with Jamie at this kind of love for What I'm Loving Wednesday! Come join the fun.

• Today, I'm loving that the temperature is less than 90 degrees outside. In this GA heat wave, a little "cool" weather is always nice.
• I'm loving that tonight Mr. McHale and I have plans for a lazy "us" night.
• I'm loving job hunting (ugh. ok that may not be total truth)
• I'm loving that I am crossing things off my to-do list. Only 10 more things to wrap up before I leave.
• I'm loving that the countdown is sitting on 16 days till we're Biloxi bound! So ready for a break and lots of McHale time.
•  I'm loving that we will move the second and final batch of McHale's stuff into the new place tomorrow night. Come Monday he will officially be out of his parents house. 
• I'm loving the beginning of this new chapter in our lives.
• I'm loving my mountain dew splurge for the week and the fact that I get to chop off my hair Friday! 
• And of course I'm loving my Savior, my family, and my better half.

Day 2: Certainty

Dear McHale,

I kind of wish we were millionaires today because having to spend 8 hours in an office instead of at home with you is depressing. I miss you every moment I'm away. And yes that is sappy, but I guess I'll just have to put on my big girl panties and deal with it.

It amuses me how just the idea of spending a few hours alone with you once a week can send me into a hyperactive super giddy mode. Have I told you that you're downright amazing, and I super duper love you?!? Not in the last 20 minutes? Oh my bad. Well, you are and I do.

Today at lunch it hit me hard how real this is. It's still bizarre to me that I know without a shadow of a doubt that I am going to marry. And that you were made to be my other half. I've talked marriage many times before. I've even gotten pretty close to actually tying the knot, but I've never been so certain of a relationship, of a love, of a man as I am of you. Of us.

I love you. Forever.

Love,
Annie

Day 1: Yellow Jackets, Family, Bad Hair Days

Today I am beginning the letter project. I hope to write every day often.These letters are the best way I can express the sappy side of my personality.

Dear McHale:

I'll try to keep the sappiness to a minimum. This morning you were stung by 4 yellow jackets while working with my dad. My heart hurt for you. And in my helpless state I wanted nothing more than to kill every yellow jacket I could find so you would never be hurt again. See? When you get hurt, I get completely irrational.

I should tell you that when you met my family yesterday I honestly knew that this time was different. I've never introduced a man to that unruly crew with the same attitude as I did yesterday. I know they are similar to my parents in that they don't get attached to my beaus. However, I wanted to yell from the rooftops that they better learn your name and get used to it because you are here to stay. Thank you for waiting 8 years while I got that dingdang flightiness out of my system. I'll love you forever for that.

Also, I should tell you that I really appreciate the fact that you love me even after I butchered your hair. Though, truthfully, your awesome fixer skills made my screwed up hair mess look super hot. But we all know I may be a wee bit biased since I kind of think you're hot all the time ...

I love you.
Always,
Annie