As previously mentioned, Michelle is living with the Browns for Spring Term. Why her conscious mind would I agree to this arrangement, I'm not sure, but it makes ME happy. Preface: I'm going to make an assumption and say that there are some people out there like me-tell me your thoughts-That after being married for a little while a new YOU sprouts. Some hobbies get dropped; maybe because it doesn't interest your spouse or takes up too much time you want to be spending with them. Some new hobbies develop; like learning what an 'f-stop' is or how to frame a shot, hobbies your spouse wants to share. Some bad habits disappear like snapping your gum as you can clearly see it annoys your spouse. While some unwanted habits appear, like...maybe..not making the bed because it's your spouse's turn. You laugh at different things, make different jokes. You can turn a little softer, or you could turn a little less considerate. That's been my experience anyways and you get the idea. Since Michelle has come to live with me for a while, I'm seeing where I've drifted here and sprouted there. I'm also seeing some places I'd like to plant more seeds! Let me tutor you:
Lesson One. Brush your teeth. Become used to that squeaky clean feeling that runs across your teeth as you inhale through your mouth. So much, that it bothers you after you eat to let that sensation cease.
Lesson Two. Water, glorious water. Drink copious amounts. Particularly in BPA free containers.
Lesson Three. A clean sink is a happy kitchen. Do your dishes right after dirtying them! Saves time and the overwhelming headache that come from clutter. Just pick up after yourself.
Lesson Four. Drop the Doughnut! Eating healthy starts at the grocery store, don't even let that candy tempt me, it's not worth my money. And at home, find the inner qi to just say no!
Lesson Five. Exercise love company. Yesterday I made it to the top of the temple's hill while jogging with Michelle *pause* without stopping.
Lesson Six. Be nice. Leave a note, call that friend, go to that activity, share a meal, make someone laugh, don't let that problem or homework stump you, don't worry.
Lesson Seven. Take time for pondering free of distraction.
Now don't you all wish you had a Michelle to live with!
2 years ago
5 comments:
Wow, can she be rented? Glad you are all having a good time. I'll bet Eden is loving the extra attention as well!
I really hope Michelle comes home this summer!!!! Actually I hope you ALL come home this summer!!! I'm sure Michelle is thinking, "I love to live with Becky and I want to remember to be joyful just like her." It's nice you can have extra family around while Micah is so busy.
It would be nice to have a Michelle. It makes me curious as to where I have drifted/sprouted/etc. Too bad I ended up losing the battle to convince Nolan to come and live out here in Ohio with us for the summer. That might have helped!
I want a Michelle to live with! I could learn some of these things. Really though, how Becky overexaggerates sometimes. My teeth don't squeak.
I like the sprouting analogy. What a perfect way to look at it, Beck. Do you think we could rent out Michelle? I mean, I'd be willing to pay some bucks for her squeaky-clean influence!
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