In other news.

I've spent 18 of the last 25 nights in beds other than my own. Traveling like crazy. I love it, but would be lying if I didn't tell you I was ready to sit still for a little while.

Just thought I would share a few pictures I've taken recently:

First off - check out my boo boo. Look how much she's grown (right picture is current). 

The Alluvian in Greenwood takes such good care of me. This week they put me up in one of the apartments (or lofts as they call them). Feeling quite pampered!

The church they used in "The Help". Just came upon it the other night. 

We all know I love a good sky picture. So beautiful!

 Pictures I took in the Mississippi Delta this week. LOVE.

My thoughts on things.

So much has been rattling around in my brain lately, I started a blog post last week, walked away, and am just now sitting back down to write.

Which is a good thing since I needed rest and to step back from the situation to gather my bearings and what exactly it was that burdened me. It all started last week - topic: gay marriage.

It seemed like for two days my twitter feed was full of people commenting - mostly in support of President Obama's thoughts on the issue. His announcement immediately followed the Gov. of North Carolina's derogatory comment toward the conservatives in her state as well as those in my home state regarding the same issue.

And I stopped, sat back, and decided that I cannot, nor will I try to get defensive due to political decisions that I don't agree with or do agree with. The issue is much greater than any political decisions, redefinition of what marriage is, etc, and I honestly feel like we've lost sight of who ultimately creates this law we are discussing.

The issue is this: we are so lost as a country it is heart-breaking. And we don't care. We don't seek. Even believers don't know the heart of God's word. We are to know and breathe His word. I feel as if we've become the Israelites, bowing down to our false gods, worshipping as if we have no concept of who He is, what he created, what he instilled, how He loves, the grace He offers, and the wrath He has. And I'm not saying this does not define me too.

My prayer has become one of protection for my mind, my heart, for those around me. For protection in a land of godless thoughts, desires. I've prayed that he would have mercy on us, he would protect us, he would guard us. Do not look to political leaders to define what you believe. To your own "good-feelings." Read his word. Understand his word. Trust his word.

Lately.

So I don't even know where to begin on my life lately. All I can say is it's been BUSY, per usual. For those of you who aren't Facebook friends, Twitter followers, or Instagram users, here's a bit of what's been going on:

Working in the Mississippi Delta this week - Love the Delta!!!

The sky after a storm the other night. Thought it was beautiful!!

My new sofa. love it!

A little egg-dropping contest at the agency - just because!

Sweet Boo Boo. Haven't seen her all week and I miss her!!!

Downtown Greenwood at night. Lived here this week.

Lusco's, Greenwood, Mississippi.

Bridge in Downtown Greenwood, Mississippi.

Me and little AnnaBelle in Oxford. Her momma's one of my best friends since the 6th grade. She's a little miracle.

C and P on a little walk in my neighborhood. They love a good walk.

Gonna miss them so much next year!! They leave in about three months.

My sweet friend Emily. She was my roommate in Africa and we forever bonded from that experience.

Rebel and the kids.

Loving some Ole Miss baseball this year!

Family Pictures.

We bought my mom a gift card to Followell Fotography two years ago in the hopes of getting some good family pictures. About six years ago, we took one at the beach when C was a baby, and P has been asking for awhile now why he isn't in the family picture.

So, a few weeks ago we all packed our clothes up and drove over to Clinton to spend the afternoon with Robby Followell. Robby is not just an incredible photographer, he's a sweet friend. Honestly, he's been gifted by God with an eye to capture moments, and could probably be one of the best photographers I've ever been around. (And hey, I'm in advertising, I'm around photographers a lot.)

Here is a small sampling of a ton of pictures he took. So many great moments.

This could potentially be my favorite one. We didn't (obviously) know he was shooting us, and it captures exactly how we are. Especially Parker.

Read it.

I knew I would.

Love this.

Mabel.

She's six months on Saturday, and has become a terrible two. Rather than enjoying her toys, I am constantly telling her NO, NO, NO! She loves the backs of my shoes, coat hangers, hats, etc. I came in the den one day and she had unraveled a spool of ribbon that ran throughout the house. I let her play with it and she managed to take it with her everywhere she went.

Driving me crazy. Obedience training coming shortly.