unpredictable

Over the past year, I've made decisions that have put me in unpredictable situations and uncharted territories.  I've changed careers, bought and remodeled a new home, started a new part-time job... the list goes on.  Everything has been exciting and new... and a little scary. 

On top of all of that change, Steve and I are getting married this October.  The marriage part doesn't scare me in the least bit.  It's having over a 100 people at my house that makes me nervous!  As a result, we've still be working on our farmhouse.  Steve is putting the roof on our massive porch this weekend.

Saturday, working away, as Pilot plays! :)

Steve & Charlie & Camper Dog

Making some progress!

Sunday morning... see Camper in the doorway?! :)

I'm really not a big fan of things being unpredictable.  I'm very much a pattern-following, structured kind of girl.  Therefore, I sat my butt down yesterday and wrote out this huge to-do list I need to accomplish before our October wedding date.  It's a little daunting, but I think I can do it!  It has things to do for the wedding and for my future art shows.  It felt good to put it all on paper.  I was beginning to lose sleep over my overwhelmed feelings.

I do have to acknowledge the many stable things I do have in my life that help keep me grounded.  Steve, my mom, Sue, my dogs... I don't know where I would be without them.

My big Noodle!

Old man

He hates having his picture taken

In her usual spot

My dogs definitely make me feel calm and happy.  So, even though life can be a little unpredictable from time to time, I'm very lucky to have the support from those I love day-in and day-out.

That being said, let's not forget how unpredictable we can be ourselves.  I like pattern and structure, but from time to time I veer off track and do something unexpected... like getting a tattoo.

I've never been a fan of tattoos, but all of the sudden I had this urge to go and get one.  I think since I've been experiencing things I thought I would never experience in my life, I wanted to broaden my horizons even further.  Why not experience something as odd and painful as getting a tattoo at least once in your life? :)

I have one big art show left in Harrisburg (Kipona Artsfest) over Labor Day weekend, and after I finish that and the dust settles I will be able to attack my to-do list with a full force and get things done around here.  I'm looking forward to it.

I have to get going... I'm volunteering at a rabies clinic with Sue today, so I need to get myself ready!

Peacing out,
Nikki