sadness

I just found out that a person I knew in highschool passed away yesterday of a sudden and short battle with cancer. She has left behind two little girls and her husband.

When I heard about her death it hit me so hard.  I'm not sure why, because I didn't know her that well, but I still consider her to be a friend.  She was always so kind to me and always said hi to me whenever she saw me.  I will miss her even though I never really got to know her that well.  I feel a saddness that I will never get the chance to get to know her better while on this Earth.  I feel bad because she has left behind such a new family.  I feel sad because she was only 25. 

It made me think about my life.  What would I do if this were to happen to me?  It makes me so grateful that I am sealed to my family.  If this were to happen to me, I know that I will be able to be with my husband and daughter again.  Even though death is so hard and sad, there is something so amazing waiting for each of us after we die. 

I know my friend is in a better place and it won't be too long before I can see her again and tell her thank you for being so kind to me and for being a Christ-like example for me.  Hearing about this news makes me want to strive to be a better person to others, a better friend to those in need, a better mom to my daughter and future children, a better wife to my husband, who I am so grateful for, and a better example of Christ.  It helps put into perspective of why I am here and what is really important. 

I will miss my friend, but am grateful for all of her kindness that she has shown me.

fall pumpkin

We bought a pumpkin and decided to carve a fall leaf on it to celebrate October.  It was Lucy's first pumpkin carving experience and she loved it!  I really like how it turned out.  All the carving credit goes to my amazing husband and his serrated knife skills.  Although, I did cut the top off and it looks pretty good, if I do say so myself. 

I decided to make pumpkin seeds from the leftovers.

Lucy got bored and decided to draw for a while.

We lit the candles inside the pumpkin and Lucy kept freaking out saying, "HOT! HOT!" and attempted to blow out the candles with her weak puffs.

happy october

It is now October and I am so excited!  We bought a pumpkin today to carve and put by our door.  I know it is early, but why not?!  I am excited for the cooler air, crunchy leaves, and all the smells that fall bring. 

We went to Macey's this morning and saw a little pumpkin patch at the front of the store.  We put Lucy on some pumpkins and took her pictures.  I got really excited for all the holidays coming up and all the fun fall things that are just around the corner. 

Happy October!  Happy Fall!  I hope everyone has an amazing time this Fall season!