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The Proposal

Becca — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:52:58 +0000

I am not sure why, but it seems fitting that the last post of November is the story of how Gray proposed to me. I’ve wanted to write our story for some time, and I feel like this is a good place to start.

I remember the majority of this day pretty well. I know it was our one year anniversary of dating, January 14, 2007. I remember I lived in Lyon Hall on the MTSU campus, where I worked as a Resident Assistant. Gray was working as a RA in Cummings Hall so we spent most of that weekend apart, it was check-in weekend for the spring semester.

I had previously asked for permission to go to a meeting for a campus organization I was a leader in, Campus Crusade for Christ or Cru as it is now known. In order to go, my boss said I needed to work some extra shifts for the check-in weekend. I must add here that at that time, he didn’t know, but later he did and really confused me. I remember telling him that I was going to work something extra, and he told me not to worry about it. I argued (because, I am ME, heh) and he told my again, not to worry about working.

This didn’t raise any suspicion at all. I am totally a great detective.

So the time came for the meeting and Gray picked me up. It was a Sunday night and we drove over to Jenny’s house. She was a leader for the organization, working for the full-time and she lived near campus.

I vaguely recall talking to some people at the meeting. I remember Lory and Faith or Grace being there and asking me some questions. I also remember that I grabbed a cooking and was eating it, happening to be standing alone at the time.

That’s when Jenny came up to me and said, “Gray’s not feeling very well, why don’t you go check on him on the porch.”

I immediately worried about Gray’s wellbeing, thinking to myself that Gray never gets sick, so it must be bad… then everything clicked in my head. I realized I was about to be proposed to.

I was shaking when I opened her back door and say Gray standing there, totally NOT looking sick at all. The details are fuzzy, but he did get down on one knee and propose to me. I remember telling him that he, “Got me good.” I remember taking the ring and feeling in shock… a feeling that lasted for several hours. I kept thinking, “Is this really happening?” I am thankful that I had told him before that I want pictures taken when we got engaged, and so we have some wonderful pictures of the moment.

So, now we’re married and have a cat. I’m hoping to add more to this and expand on the dating years, and maybe some of the first few years of marriage, as well.

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Happy (almost) birthday, Bellatrix

Becca — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:32:18 +0000

Bellatrix is almost considered an adult cat, not just a kitten. She will turn a year old in just over a week on December 7th!

She certainly is a sweet cat, although Gray would probably argue and say she’s an evil cat. heh.

I’ve really enjoyed this step into pet ownership. While some may argue, I know she is preparing us both for the future with children. No, it’s not the same, but we’re still learning more responsibility than we had previously.

Bella is a quirky cat. She currently enjoys licking everything, include your feet, the bathtub, and toilet paper. Yes, our cat licks the toilet paper rather than scratching it, go figure.

We’ve discovered the joy of the witching hour, which is where the cat runs around making a strange noise and bouncing off the walls. This behavior comes out or nowhere and we don’t give her catnip on a regular basis, so I’m not sure what causes it. She hasn’t done anything too strange during this time, but twice now she has knocked some food/drink out of my hand. Hot coffee all over your pants is not fun, personal experience.

I’m to the point where I can remember life before her, but I really don’t want to imagine life without her. We were gone for a few days during Thanksgiving and she stayed at the vet. I missed her terribly and picked her up first thing Monday morning in the cold rain. She was as happy to see me as I was to see her.

I never thought I’d be a cat person, but I just can’t imagine life without a cat, and I know we got lucky with her.

Oh Bella, you make life better.

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Pinterest and crafty goodness

Becca — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:50:45 +0000

I’ve always considered myself an artistic person. I enjoy performing, love to write, and occasionally I get into a crafty mood. Thanks to Pinterest, I’ve been a little craftier lately. So far I’ve made not one, but two wreaths for my door.

Anyways, I’ve been crafting up a lot of fun gifts for the holidays and I’m considering opening an Etsy store because this has been far too much fun to stop.

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Christmas Spirit: Prancer

Becca — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:00:31 +0000

It’s the end of another wonderful weekend, and we are going to be heading back to Nashville this afternoon. I’m so excited to see Bellatrix and I have a week of studying ahead, but for now… I’ll enjoy this nice silence.

To get us all in the Christmas spirit, I think I will be doing a 25 days of Christmas movie countdown. I probably won’t post every day, but maybe? hah Not sure… but today I will share with you one of my favorite movies ever and how more people don’t know this movie is just… sad! This is the ending to Prancer!

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Home.

Becca — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 11:00:26 +0000

We’re in my hometown for this rest of this weekend. Over a week ago I went home for my aunt Hattie’s funeral and I was reminded of how awesomely big my family is… my mom was 1 of 10 and my dad was 1 of 8. I always meet new relatives at funerals and reunions.

Anyways, I’m looking forward to spending some quality time with my family and probably (unfortunately) studying some as well. Thankful I have the opportunity to go home and spend some time with them.

You know, my hometown is pretty small, but we have some nice traditions. I enjoy Christmas because I know the little Christmas decorations will be up on the street lamps. I loved Thanksgiving at my aunt Sue’s house, which I will sadly miss this year.

What do you enjoy most about being home for the holidays?

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Happy Black Friday!

Becca — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:00:14 +0000

Instead of shopping this year, I’m getting crafty!

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Thanksgiving

Becca — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 11:00:27 +0000

Today our country gives thanks, and here is my list.

Salvation. I’m thankful that Jesus came and died on the cross for me. What sweeter gift is there?
My Husband. I’m thankful for everything Gray does to provide for us as a family. He’s pretty awesome.
Bellatrix. I get so attached to my animals, and I love my kitty.
Family. I love both of our families and the support they show us.
Friends. Some of our friends are family too, and they are the best friends, ever.
You guys. I’m thankful someone reads this blog.
Life. I’m thankful to be alive, and grateful for the chance to live this life.

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Nursing School: OB

Becca — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:00:15 +0000

Today is my last day of clinical for the year, woot! I’m both happy and sad, but mostly happy because I’m so tired of school.

I’m not exactly sure of what I’d like to do with nursing. I did want to be an OB nurse, but now I’m not so sure. I think I might like being a nursery nurse, because that’s the clinical I’ve enjoyed the most, so far. Labor and delivery was fine, but I didn’t get to experience as much as I originally would have liked.

I’m just glad that we get to experience many different clinicals, because it may turn out that I really like Pediatrics or maybe Critical Care. I’m glad to get the full experience, and our last semester we get to choose an area we like more, so I’m looking forward to those clinicals.

So, here’s to the end of the semester, may I survive!

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Oh Christmas Tree

Becca — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:10:00 +0000

Last night I plugged in our Christmas tree, just to see what Bella would do…

Can you spot the Bellatrix?

I haven’t turned the tree on much because I don’t want to babysit the cat and keep her from chewing on the *bright lights*.

I do have to say that the tree looks pretty just lit up, without the ornaments. Considering that the cat has attacked it every day the past few weeks, it’s doing pretty good.

What are your tips for tying on the ornaments? Picture hanging wire?

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