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About 365 days of marriage

I started this blog in April of 2011. At the time, Bret and I were wedding photographers and it was a way to share how marriage is more about the day to day and so much more than the wedding day itself. For about 5 years, I blogged about the joys and sorrows of the Christian walk, marriage, work, family and friends. I’ve blogged every day since a few weeks after I started. In May of 2015, we photographed our last wedding. Now, I have become passionate about simplicity, particularly in marriage, Christianity, business, travel and life. For a number of reasons, we have become minimalists. I’ve found that having simplicity makes life so much deeper, refreshing and joyful. I hope that this blog will help others see the benefits of living simply.

Day 1581 – What I’m Reading Today

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I recently got a rush of “I MUST READ ALL THE THINGS!” I don’t take advantage of the library nearly enough. One thing I’d like to get better at is sales. We have a GREAT product to sell. I mean, if you’ve worked with us, you know…..it’s magic, really. So, to get better, I’m learning. I’ve found some really great books so far.

Now, I can also get distracted, and scan a page a few times and not take it in. So, I came up with a solution. The Walking Dead.

If you’re into zombies (and don’t mind violence, and some other R rated stuff), the graphic novels are AMAZING. lol, but not for kids. Trust me.

What I started to do was keep a stack of books, read a chapter, or a few pages, put the book on the bottom and read the top. What motivates me to keep reading is knowing that the Walking Dead is only a few books away….you know, and the fact that when I apply the knowledge in the books, I’ll make cash. But, hey, instant gratification people. Give me the zombies.

And ok, I’m not going to lie. I had 7 issues to read. I finished them all. Guess I need another zombie graphic novel…or batman. Yea, everyone like batman…

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Day 1580 – “We’ve Had A Good Run” or 2,448 Days

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I was trying to figure out what to blog about today….which has become an increasing problem….I really need to create some kind of schedule! lol, guess I was spoiled by so many anniversaries and cool events recently, my day to day has been a little boring in comparison. Ah well.

So, I was sitting in bed reading and Bret was on our couch doing some school work. He just matter of factly said, “well, we’ve had a good run, I love ya.” This has been a habit of ours for a while. Since both of us have been faced with the fact that tomorrow is never promised, we try to cherish every day like it’s the last.

Marriage advice – if you live like this, it helps to end arguments quicker….heck, this is life advice.

At this point, I wanted a cuddle, I mean, of course! So he cuddles and asks, “how long we been runnin’ together anyways?”

I had my weekly to-do list next to me, which includes the day number every day. I grabbed it and said, “we’ve been married…….1580 days.”

“Hmm, doesn’t sound as long when you say days. How about since we met?”

I did the math, it has been 2,448 days since we’ve met.

Yea, I’ll keep him. 🙂

The following was taken the day after the first ball we attended tried to attend.

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Day 1579 – Helping Friends, Multitasking And The Best Thing That Happened To Me Today

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One thing that was mentioned at the Wedding MBA was a book called Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath. I got it and took the quiz to find my strengths. I was really surprised at the results! I found myself continually saying, “Yea! That’s me! I do that!” A big take away from what I learned was that I thrive when I interact with people. Whether I’m just giving advice, encouragement or just all around helping out. I didn’t realize how big of a deal this was until after I came home from working at the new K&B space yesterday. I spent a lot of time reading and getting really on fire for my business. All because I spent some time helping others. It’s important to know your strengths friends!

One of my other strengths was called Input…basically, I love collecting things…which would include information. Since yesterday, I have been inhaling information, specifically about sales. I’m LOVING IT!!! I was about to hop on the treadmill and was just dreading it. I’m doing a plan that helps you increase miles, but there’s a lot of intervals, it can take like 30 minutes just to do 2 miles. I’m all about just getting the workout done as quick as possible. So, I thought, ok, I’ll watch/listen to a sales video while I do it. I found a great video on selling cars….I know, I know, I sell memories via images…but there were a LOT of great tips that I can apply to my business. It was the fastest 30 minutes I’ve spent on the treadmill!

Disclaimer: I did not watch the video while running/walking, I had headphones in and just listened. 🙂

Lastly, and this is the BEST part, I ran up to the library to pick up a book I requested (sidenote: I wish I had used this ONLINE feature sooner. Back in the day I would drive to a ton of libraries. Ah, past Jennilyn, you silly head.) After I got a few more books, I stopped by 7-Eleven. Imagine my absolute DELIGHT when I saw that peppermint mocha’s are back! YES!!!!!

They don’t have the holiday coffee cozies yet, which is FINE by me, but that says peppermint mocha better than what’s on my mug right now. So enjoy this picture from last year!

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Day 1578 – Exciting News For K&B Bridals! – Maryland Bridal Shop

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K&B Bridals is moving!! They’ll still be in Bel Air, but they’re moving to a bigger space!!!

They’re also having a HUGE moving sale!

Check out the details of both exciting things here!

Today I got to hang out in the new space and help do a little demo! It was fun to break stuff on purpose! 😉

I also got to hang out with these two awesome folks!

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