Robert doesn’t know it (Until now; thanks for being my #1 reader!), but this weekend was one of the best I’ve had. Not for any reason in particular, other than the fact that we got to spend it together. Something I’ve learned as I’ve gotten older is that the very most valuable and wonderful thing I have in my life is time. I honestly could be doing nothing special at home, but as long as I’m with loved ones I am happy. I’ve learned that “simple” doesn’t equate to “boring,” and that contentment is just as great as joy because it can really last for the long haul.
This weekend we just hung around the house and played games, ordered takeout, and took the dogs out for a few walks, but it was really great getting to catch up some after what has been a tiring couple of weeks. I loved getting to chat instead of watching a ton of mindless television, and we even went on a few mini adventures around town — my favorite being our outing to the restaurant where we celebrated our anniversary back in October. No matter how long we are together I always want to have regular date nights, because I think they’re so great for the heart.
At this point I’m really excited for our wedding still, but I am much more stoked for the entire lifetime of memories and love that is going to come after. Despite getting sick with POTS and having pain be a regular guest in my body, I am overall even more joyful now than I was before I got sick. I think this has to do greatly with recognizing all of the love and amazing people I have surrounding me. I feel so blessed that the everyday beauty in my life does not go unnoticed, and that my heart is content with all of the love that fuels it. All the adventures we have ahead of us are going to be a blast (I am particularly excited for our honeymoon!), but I am also so excited for the countless game nights and dinner dates we have in store for us. I feel so darn lucky to have this life, and I am working to appreciate every gift — big and small — that God has given me.
Krista Lauren 
The plot of land you gathered all those clovers from had to have been radioactive at some point- that’s crazy! Where are you honeymooning? We’re going to Belize and I’m stoked!!
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I know right?! It was at our house!
Oh my gosh that is SO exciting!!! I hope you post pictures afterwards. I actually have no idea where we are going because I love surprises and Robert said he’d plan it for us! I am going to find out when we get to the airport I guess hahhaha but it’ll be someplace beachy!
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That sounds awesome! Plus its once less stress on your plate while planning the wedding.
And of course I’ll post pictures! 😁
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Yeah, definitely!! I am thankful that I don’t have to do planning for the honeymoon; it should be a lot of fun! I cannot wait to hear all about yours, girl!!
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