Sunday...

So I'm really not one to push religion or anything like that. But the sermon Sunday at church - really made me feel good about my new adventure!! He talked about Living the Dream.

Living the Dream requires:
Faith
Facing your fears
Strength beyond yourself
A different perspective
A change of focus

"Don't be afraid; just believe." Mark 5:36

Maybe I'll help someone else find their dream!! Have a great week!

Welcome to the world Jackson Scott Echols!!!

Congrats to Jenny and Scott....Jackson is finally here!!! April 19, 2009 at 4:31am weighing 8 lbs. 0 oz. and 20 in. long!!

My New Adventure

Well it's official - I have enrolled in Esthetician School and I start May 20!! I'm so excited. I have been thinking about this and researching it for awhile now. It all started when I was trying to think of something that would be more flexible for our family in the future....it just came to me...I can't pinpoint what exactly made me think of it but the more I thought about it the more I loved the idea!! Needless to say everyone was a little surprised but everyone has been so supportive! My ultimate goal is to open my own salon/spa one day.
I'm sure I'll have great beauty school stories...and I can't wait!! It will be so fun!

When September rolls around I will be able to help you with all of your hair removal needs...oh and facials too!! YAY!

Days of Grace - Day 2

1. My husband letting me follow my dreams
2. Pedicures with friends
3. Saturday mornings at the Bagel Shop
4. Dinner with great friends
5. Mmmm...morning Dr. Pepper!

Days of Grace - Day 1

So I've been reading another blog pretty frequently and she always ...well maybe not always but a lot she posts a list of things she is grateful for that day. It has got me thinking ...what am I grateful for these days?? So here goes....

1. Wonderful family and friends that I can turn to in need
2. My fantastic husband - he's my rock
3. To be able to see my brothers daily - even though it is at work :)
4. Gmail chat - to keep in touch with Jenny!!
5. My job
6. Our great house
7. Our new church home

Okay... wow...I could probably go on...but I think that's a great start!! This might be something I'll keep up!

What are you grateful/thankful for today??

Our stay at the Ritz!!

Goodness I have GOT to get better at posting!!

Well....let's see. What has been going on with the Holmboes??
We've been to Dallas for a good friends baby shower. We cashed in some credit card points and stayed at the Ritz!! It was fabulous. I promise to eventually post pictures. We had a little 1 bedroom suite....awesome! It was pretty cool. The Sacramento Kings were in town for a basketball game and we actually rode in the elevator with some of the players! Couldn't tell you who in the world they were but still very cool.
Hhmmm....what else. Oh yes!! My "long lost cousin" from Denver came to town. Long story but I'm so glad she got in touch with us again!! We had a great time. We picked up right where we left off. You would never have known I hadn't seen her since I was 9!! Can you believe that...craziness. I have promised myself to not let that happen again! While she was in town she did acupuncture on us. OMG! Totally amazing. I highly encourage everyone to try it at least once. She targeted my allergies and I must tell you as soon as the needles were in my sinuses cleared and my throat was not itchy AT ALL. It was INCREDIBLE! I wish she could've left those needles in all day. :)
Gosh...I can't think...what else. I'm sure I'll think of other things to share as soon as I post this....but I better get to packing. I'm headed to Dallas tomorrow because I'm a hostess for my dear friend Jenny's shower on Saturday! I can't wait!!! I especially can't wait to meet little Jackson Scott when he comes into this world! YAY!!

Hope everyone is having a great week...tomorrow is FRIDAY!

Oh...and my birthday is coming up very soon!!! Hence the St. Patty's background...love it!