After Ashley's book signing event, I grabbed a cupcake-lunch at Laurannae (YUM!), then met Chettles and the kids for H-Tea-O and Woodland Hills mall... Karli Marie wasn't feeling well, so he took the kids so she could enjoy some peace and quiet as she recovers. It was happy hour at H-Tea-O, something I didn't know about, but it definitely draws a crowd!! The free samples are a treat... and Chet paid for mine, so the free tea was a treat, as well! The seasonal cherry and the Texas chai were both better than I'd expected, but my fav sweet blueberry green tea was the winner, as always!
We walked over the the mall, entering through the new Scheels - yay for a Tulsa-themed photo op!! On our way out, the kids wanted pics with the statues, so I was happy to oblige! =)
They have a pretty cool mini-aquarium or massive fish tank at the entrance. We stood there for a while as Tate and Parker watched "Nemo and Dory!" Chet FaceTimed Jace (who was excited to chat and see all the fish)... then Jace told Mom later that Chet and I had called him from Dallas (bc that's the only Scheels he knows of). lol
Whilst Chet and Tate went to the bathroom, I got to shop with Parker Elizabeth, which was an entertaining treat. Every dress was her favorite, and she would hold them up to herself and say "Oooh, it fits me!!" lol This "favorite" white dress that she loved was a bit big, but she'll grow into it! The way she carried it (for the very short time she wanted to hold it) made me laugh. Garment bags for the win!
We rode the mall carousel and I got dizzy very quickly! Still fun, though!
I told Chet her odds are looking good for being my most-photographed person once again this year. lol #somuchcuteness
Anyway, fun afternoon with the mini-BFFs and Chettles... then a delish Los Cabos to-go dinner + going to see Freakier Friday when I got back to Moore - all in all, a pretty perfect "rest day" from life's responsibilities! =)
Truth... still deciding where I want to be moving forward, but I am grateful that I have the power to choose that and don't feel "stuck" anywhere.
Some Shutterfly gems from this week 17 years ago (summer 2008)! Movie with Jennifer Diane, Morgan Elizabeth, Sarah Bliss, MiMi's Cafe with Malori Riah, Haley and the Switch Youth girls, Melting Pot with Megan from lifegroup, and helping JB at Deer Creek! Okay, to sum up my deeper thoughts on this: I'm grateful that all of these pics hold equal weight for me in this moment; I no longer feel pain, longing, or loss when I see photos with Malori. Thanks to the '7 years and 12 days' revelation from God, the soul tie that was gripping for me is finally gone. The difference I am talking about is internal and intangible, but I am deeply aware of it - the power this once had over me is gone, and that's not a small thing. Outside of JoBug, all of these were seasonal friendships, and I'm grateful for the memories and what I learned from each of them. And I'm thankful for God's ability to heal and change us over time!! ❤
We find what we look for. ❤
Calming Song of the Week = Be Still and Know by CeCe Winans
Okay, now I'm off to bed early to try to make up for going to bed very late last night! Yay for the accompanying sounds of the storm outside. Now I'll be focusing on homework and will see you back here next week. I love you and believe in you, and I am confident that God can heal the deepest wounds in your soul as you keep seeking Him!
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