seven wants

*Seven Wants*

(7 of my earthly wants, in no particular order..)

1.) A second car. We've been working really hard on getting one for awhile now, but it's hard for us to find the time to sit down together & discuss what we want/get the bank on the same page as us with the loan etc. Ayden really needs to get out of the house more often, due to his energy levels, and wild sense of adventure! He loves exploring the world. Needless to say, I will be very excited when we are a 2 car family again!

2.) Our own home. Jaymes, Ayden and I have been living with my parents since November of last year when we got out of the Marine Corps. It's been hard because no matter how well you get along with your parents, combining 2 families/routines/lifestyles/schedules/etc. into one house can be hectic at times! We have been SO blessed by their willingness to house us for this time, and are incredibly thankful for their generosity. However, we are very excited to have a place of our own again! :)

3.) A Canon EOS Rebel. I'm getting this for Christmas, I just don't know it yet *wink wink*. And this is all I'm getting for Christmas, too. Those suckers aren't cheap, but they are worth every dime. The pictures captured are priceless, and I want to be able to capture better memories for my family to cherish! I'm excited!

4.) A new wardrobe. I have some cute clothes, but if you know anything about me, you know I'm almost always in jeans & a t-shirt. This is not at all because that's 'my style'. I just don't have the time to look cute on most days, and I'm okay with that! :)

5.) A real honeymoon. Jaymes & I never had a 'real' honeymoon due to lack of time, and money for that matter. We had to get back to California because the Corps needed my husband back. However, we are planning a beautiful getaway together (still years down the road).. I'm pretty sure it's going to be worth the wait ;) We'll take mini vacations until then!

6.) For nights to be longer & days to be shorter. It just seems like for most people, it would make more sense! We go to sleep exhausted, and wake up exhausted, right?? Maybe it's just a momma thing, but I could TOTALLY use 12 hours of sleep a night! I love Friday nights, because my amazing husband takes over Saturday morning and let's me sleep in as long as I need to! Funny thing is, I'm usually well awake by 10. My body just can't seem to let the day waste away like when I was younger and slept in till 1 or so. Crazy that was just a few years ago. So much has changed!

7.) A German Shepard! I think they are beautiful, and Dozer needs a 'built in' playmate..! I don't know if I'm ready for 8 paws in the home quite yet though.. we'll see.

Have a wonderful weekend with your families!

Enjoy this beautiful fall weather while it lasts :)