Minimalist Monday: Keep it simple

This week I was able to spend time with my family on Sunday. There are few things in life I enjoy more than time with the people most like me, especially the newest generation. This connects directly to Minimalism. The documentary I watched (http://www.theminimalists.com/) had a very profound quote...

"love people, use things"

...and then something about the reverse never bringing happiness. 

I think that's what I liked most about this whole idea, refocusing on what really matters.

People matter and getting rid of all the stuff that takes time away from that is freeing.

My sister-in-law also brought her Magnolia Market magazine and I have to say Joanna Gains is some what of my idol. She had some really awesome things to say about simplicity. (https://magnoliamarket.com/)

(don't mind the wide back shot, revel in the moment of holding the had of a 1 year old niece, 

nothing compares. )

Minimalist Monday.

...yes I realize that it is currently Wednesday but I just had an idea! 

On Mondays I will post some thoughts on Minimalism. 

Why you may ask? The answer is two-fold. 

1. I have recently discovered this new school of thought and I think that it is going to forever change me and my relationships, especially with stuff. 

2. I like alliteration. 

So for today, which is not Minimalist Monday, I'll leave you with this great quote.

“Real faith cannot be bought at a store. We cannot pay money for it. Faith is the means by which we take our incomplete and imperfect lives and do something marvelous with them. We cannot use a credit card or even cash for something so wonderful.”
– Dave Bruno

Just a few highlights from my trip.

Uncomfortable in my own skin.

I'm mad at my largest organ. I hate the red bumps and itchiness that has take over my lower legs and what's more I despise the fact that it's lead me to have to seek medical attention. Tomorrow's my second doctors appointment to try and get some answers. I came home today, with all my feels, showered and changed into my crazy black and white leggins. I thought of this moment.

 My ariel silks class, a time when I was most comfortable in my body. I long for the time when I can feel even a tiny fraction of this again.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Life is good. Some moments are hard.

My difficult moments today:

1. I broke two arrows while shooting today.
2. First grades in the library for the first time this school year were W I L D. 
3. My "friend" is getting married Saturday and I had no idea it was happening. 

 If I was Tennessee this is how I look in these moments. 

"The many faces of camp counselor Julie" or "2016 camp skits".

My siblings are amazing, I must tell the world.

Mr. Tanner Croft.

This boy just had a birthday and I'm home sick so I was looking at pictures of all my siblings and physically and as a person he has changed the most. I've always felt blessed to have a younger brother yet at times when he was young he worried me quiet a bit. Because of that worry it's made watching him become such an amazing person that much more incredible. I love this kid. He is a great brother and was a great roommate for our short time together in our "Full House" situation.

2007

2010

2015

Same big blue eyes and crazy sister!