Tuesday, April 1, 2025

unforgettable meaningful moments

 


Happy Tuesday, friends, and happy April! I have so many pictures on my phone that I forget to share for one reason or another, that I have started making this type of post a regular occurrence. It's another way that I like to document life here on my blog; you all know how much I love to look back on things like this. Anyway, I'll jump in, but that's why I keep sharing posts like this. I hope you enjoy this one! 




I'll never forget this moment of seeing that calendar reminder in my car. It was a Friday and I'd just driven through a car wash; I looked at my screen and saw that reminder for the first time. I just about lost it! I went to Costco after that, then I filled up my gas tank, and I ended the afternoon by going to Dad's gravesite. It felt like the right thing to do, you know? And, it was Friday with Dad. 




This is my friend, Dean. He's the head of the security team at church, and he's taken on a sort of father-type role in my life. I love that he helps me so much at work! He changed this clock for me the weekend the time changed, and every Sunday when I get there, he already has at least two pots of coffee made for me. How precious is he? 




Burning things feels therapeutic. I loved doing this with Marilyn at her house one night! 




I loved the night my three Memphis guys were here together. I never want to forget these moments! But I also always miss Noah when we're together and he's in Dallas. 




Speaking of Noah, I love that he got to meet a couple of his favorite people from a show we all used to watch together! He sent me this the week of his birthday; I love that it made his birthday week more special. 




Having Teresa here in my home for four nights this month was so special to me! I've missed having someone here at home with me at night, and I slept so good while she was here. I love the memories we made that weekend, and this was a fun night of going out to see the moon. 




I loved the whole weekend, and how the timing of it perfectly coincided with me signing my divorce papers. God is in all those little details, and He knows what I need and when I need it better than I know that myself. 



I love that my brother Trey drove a few hours to see my sons while they were in Dallas. That means so much to me, and something I won't ever forget. 




Being amidst all of my best friends is something unforgettable. 



Celebrating Dad's first birthday in Heaven with my sister Trish this weekend was something I won't ever forget. It was a tough one! 



I love that my friends' invite me into their lives; this was me celebrating Luna turning two on Saturday. These are the same wonderful people that wouldn't take "no" to me coming over for their family Thanksgiving. I love these people so much! 





I don't ever want to forget the urgency to paint my front door on Sunday. My best girls and I talked about this on Friday night while we were out; it went from talking to reality in nothing flat! I went to Lowe's on Sunday afternoon, found this yummy Raspberry Sorbet color, then came home and painted the door. One hour later it was done! 




Here's the street view! I bought a new white door hanger from Hobby Lobby, and I love how it pops against that bright pink. I know this isn't for everyone, but man it makes me happy! Jonah said it was "a little too pink" for his taste, but he's a great sport. 




Proof of happiness!




Lastly, I don't want to forget this significant milestone of losing 25 pounds since January 24th. I only started doing this because I want to feel better and be healthy. I'm not doing it for anyone other than myself; though it does help when I get compliments. I can tell the difference in my appearance and in the fit of my clothes, but other people are starting to notice it as well. It feels like a big accomplishment, and I'm proud of myself for sticking with it for two full months. I'm excited to keep going! 


Do you have any unforgettable meaningful moments from recent days that you'd like to share? I'd love to hear them! Thanks for reading my blog today, friends. Love to all! 


Jenn ❤️





25 comments:

  1. So much good stuff- loved to read about all the special moments with friends as well as your guy friend at church who helps you out. Chivalry isn't dead and I think it's in many men's DNA to want to help out/do things for others, especially women and children. That pink door is awesome and congrats on the weight loss. That is A LOT especially in two months! Have a great day!

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    1. Thanks, friend! I totally agree about chivalry not being dead. I love that he watches out for me! I love my new pink door! I am proud of myself for losing that much weight, especially in just two months. I feel like I've hit a plateau now, which is why I'm trying to get in more exercise now. Maybe it'll pick back up, but as long as I keep losing, I don't care. I hope you have the best day!

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  2. Congratulations on the weight loss. I’m trying to lose 7 pounds. Jen

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    1. Thank you! You've got this! Also, you should consider WW like I'm doing; it's great for teaching people to make better decisions and to just eat healthier.

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  3. Wow! So much to be proud of and thankful for- your people- your sons- your community. Congrats on your weight loss- you are rocking it and look fabulous. Can we lastly talk about the front door and how obsessed I am with it? Oh my gosh- maybe I can get Robby B to paint ours that color? What do you think? Ha! :)

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    1. Right? I have so much to be thankful for! Thank you, friend! I knew you would love this front door, and I promise that I actually thought of you at one point when I was painting. I know how much you love pink! I mean, you could ask Rob to let you do this....but good luck with that. Keep me posted! 🤣

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  4. I love the pink door! And, congrats on 25 pounds. That's enough to really feel the difference. Some great moments. Even in the sadness of visiting your dad you were with your sister.

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    1. Thank you! My neighbor reached out to me last night, the one across the street, and told me how great she think it looks from across the street. I agree about the 25 pounds--and I do feel different. I'm nowhere near as sore as I once was, and I have so much energy. I try to do something for exercise everyday and hope to continue with more, adding in strength training. You're right about being with my sister Saturday! I'm so glad we were together. Enjoy your day, my friend!

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  5. I said this on insta too but I adore the pink door! I would make me so happy everything I walked through it. Congrats on the weight loss too. You look great!

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    1. Thank you! It brings me immense joy every time I see it in person. It was totally worth it to do that! Thanks for your kind words! It feels great to feel better, you know?

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  6. Love that you shared the street view of your home with the new front door color! And congrats on your motivation and weight loss! So much joy in this post:)

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    1. Thank you, friend! I love the new door color so much; it's funny how something so seemingly small packs such a large punch. Thank you for the kind words of encouragement!

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  7. What a wonderful life you are creating for yourself!

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  8. Congratulations on losing 25 pounds! What an accomplishment! What is your secret? I love, love, love the pink door. The color makes me so happy looking at it. I am sure each time your come home it makes you feel happy. While divorce is always hard, sometimes marriages just don't work for different reasons. God always seems to step in and show you that the decision was the best solution--even though it is hard. You have a great support system that God has provided and I know that he has great things planned for you. I love how you share God moments on your blog and your strong faith. Thank you for helping me see that God is always in control. Have a great day!

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  9. Love, love, love the bright pink door! That is fabulous. I often do that with paint/color too. Last year (or maybe it was 2 years ago?) all our blue exterior doors turned purple in a day and I loved that it made the whole house looks somehow "new" again. Congrats on the weight loss-- that is wonderful! I found it was much easier to keep going once not only I but everyone else started noticing the weight loss too; while I definitely joined WW for me it gave me a huge ego boost each time someone noticed and commented on how slim I was looking. Of course it helped that I started feeling great too but I need all the motivation to keep going I can find anywhere!

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  10. I've been trying to meet up with friends a couple times a month (not including my running friends) and it has been nice to do that they last 3 months. I love your door color: it is really fun!
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  11. Love the bright pink door! Now if new person is coming over, you can just say look for the pink door!

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  12. Sending love and hugs. That reminder on your calendar about your dad must have really shook you. It is wonderful that you have so many people in your life who support and cheer you on and I love reading about them all.
    I love the new colour on your front door and well done with your weight loss!

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  13. Oh. My. Goodness. THAT DOOR! That's fantastic! My daughter agrees that Pink goes with everything. I LOVE it so much! I'm currently obsessed too about painting my door, I think we are going with a light gray, which isn't as fun as yours! But it will match well with my red brick.
    And congrats on feeling better!! I've followed you for a bit even when I'm not blogging, and I really enjoy reading your posts and seeing you so happy! I hope you have a beautiful week!

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  14. Oh. My. Goodness. THAT DOOR! That's fantastic! My daughter agrees that Pink goes with everything. I LOVE it so much! I'm currently obsessed too about painting my door, I think we are going with a light gray, which isn't as fun as yours! But it will match well with my red brick.
    And congrats on feeling better!! I've followed you for a bit even when I'm not blogging, and I really enjoy reading your posts and seeing you so happy! I hope you have a beautiful week!

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  15. I love these and remember when I basically burned my slippers?

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  16. I think it's really good to document the small (and big!) moments in your life. I love your new door! Now I'm thinking I need to paint ours. It's brown and I've never really loved it... You are inspiring me!

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