Just a thought…

So last week I had an appointment with our sweet cousin Tosh for a brow and lip wax.  She is fabulous and does great work!  When I walked in the first thing that popped out of her mouth was

“Lauren you are so skinny!  You look great!”

Of course my reply is….

“No No No, are you kidding I’m not skinny!”

Tosh was quick to correct me saying,

“Lauren when someone compliments you, you need to say thank you!”

Tosh hit it on the mark.   It made me stop and think how often I put down compliments in an effort to downplay what others might see in me.  Do you do that too?  Lesson taught and learned.  Others compliment to help you see the great in yourself.  So remember to be a lady and be polite.  Always say thank you when others compliment you! 

Sperry for life!

Nordstrom: Sperry Top-Sider 'Angelfish' Boat Shoe Black Patent

Nordstrom:  Sperry Top-Sider 'Angelfish' Boat Shoe Gold

Isn’t it just beautiful!  I’m making a fashion forecast and saying it’s out with the Tom’s and in with the Sperry’s this spring and summer.  I’ve been recently obsessed with this boat show!  In fact this morning Andy took off early to work and where I usually just roll over and fall back to sleep for a couple more hours, I instead opened my Nordstrom App and found some styles to add to my wish list!  I want to pair it with some preppy Bermuda shorts or with these boyfriend denim chinos from GAP .  In any case I love it and can’t wait to get my hands on them!

Andy

I’m feeling particularly motivated to take a minute and brag about this amazing man!

Andy is my best friend and greatest motivation.  Something I’ve admired about my husband is his great work ethic.  Andy balances both work and school while faithfully fulfilling his church callings as a ward missionary and an excellent home teacher.  His responsibilities in all these areas keep him super busy, calling for some early mornings and very late nights.  Andy is super smart and is diligent in spending hours of studying for tests and quizzes.  He even finds time in his day to help rotate the laundry and start dinner on nights I work late.  What a man! 

I look forward to watch him graduate and start his career.  He works hard to help secure a future for our family.  Andy teaches me each day through is example of hard work and selfless service.  He loves his family and tells me often how excited he is to become a father.  I know he will be the best dad as he is the greatest husband.  My life changed forever when I met Andy.  He brings out the best in me and continues to keep me in check.  His faith helps keep the spirit strong in our home.  I’m so proud of him and all his accomplishments.  He is the love of my life and I feel so blessed to call him mine!