A Blog of Birthdays

Soooo I have some catching up to do.. within a little over a month's span, four of my closest friends have birthdays. Let me introduce them to you!

Sydney: This crazy girl turned 20 on March 12. She is always down for a good time and knows how to have one. One thing that I absolutely love about her is that she can stand up for herself. She doesn't need anyone to protect her and she will tell you exactly how it is! Haha my favorite memory with her is of her slapping the crap out of a guy for saying that she belong to her boyfriend, LOVE IT! Happy belated (like a month later) birthday Syd! Finish the heart! 

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Spring Break 2013

Spring 2014

Apsley: This southern gal turned 20 on March 30. I have had the pleasure of seeing this girl transform to who she really is in college. I may have had a hand in corrupting her, but no harm, no foul right? haha I know I can always count on this girl if I need a swing dancing/shag partner or if I need to borrow something from her wardrobe haha. Happy belated birthday Appy! :)

Valentines 2013

Mardi Gras 2013

Her birthday 2013/Carolina Cup

Christina: The baby of our little clan! (I'm sure she loves being called the baby!) This spit fire turns 19 TOMORROW, April 16! You can always count on this girl to do the craziest thing out there! Like for example, dye her hair whatever color she wants, or get a tattoo on a whim (I may have had some thing to do with that.... shhhh)! Whatever she does though, she always puts her friends first and I have never EVER heard her complain! Happy birthday Chrissie! :)

Way early freshman year

Halloween 2012

Mardi Gras 2013

Sarah: This beauty of a best friend turns 20 in about a week, April 21! Y'all have heard me talk about this girl a ton! I don't think I have ever met someone who loves Dallas or London more! She is always there for me, even if she's 4,000 miles away! She never fails to make me feel better and always is available for the best advice! My world would not be the same without her! Happy early birthday little nugget! 

Fiesta 2013

Blowout 2013

Some fancy party 2013 ;)

I love all of you so very much and look forward to future adventures; in Clemson, Dallas, or even London! I can't wait to see most of you this weekend! (Sarah, we need a skype date soon!)

Why I'm Joyful

So since my last post was kinda dark and depressing, I figured I'd brighten this blog up a bit. This post will be all about what makes me joyful. and that's quite a lot!

I'll start with my family because if you know me, you know they are THE most important people in my life. And they are pretty awesome if I do say so myself.

First, there are my parents! My mom, who is my twin, has always been the listening ear that I need. My dad, who I get my humor and sarcasm from, has always been my teacher and my rescuer (mainly with my car haha). Needless to say, they have taught me to love hard and stand strong. 

High School Graduation 2012

Then there are my siblings! My best friends! I'm the youngest of six kids and I can honestly say I love each and every one of them, most of the time. ;)

Forever Ago ?

Next, my in-laws. The wonderful people my siblings fell in love with! The people who I have come to love as my own siblings!

The other Meredith (Scott's wife) and I

Brooke (Nick's wife) and I

Dan (Christina's husband) and I

AJ (Caroline's husband) who I don't have a pic with

And then there are my favorite little nephews and niece! The little ones in my life that make me so excited to have kids one days!

Luke (4), Bryce (1), and Mark (2)

Coan (almost 8 months)

Lucy (1)

I would be willing to debate that not another family could bring so much joy to another person than my family has brought to me. I love them with all my heart. Here's more pictures of my whole family, cause I just love 'em.

Missing AJ

Missing AJ, Dan, and Eric

Missing AJ

The Whole Clan! WOO

Then there is my boyfriend, who I've been with for over a year. He has loved me every second and has always been patience with me. He has taught me so many things and I wouldn't trade one second of our time together! 

Valentine's Day 2014

Next is my best friend. I met Sarah when I was a freshman in college and we lived together our Sophomore year. She has helped me become who I am today and I miss her dearly while she's in London or Dallas.

Fall 2014

Obviously, there are more people and things who bring me joy, but these are the ones that I wanted to share with you!