Current Obsession

My Nook.
Lately, I can’t live without it.

(Current Read)



I can’t put it down. Honestly. There are little bits of info in this book that I would have never imagined. And quite frankly, it has made me respect the former President so much more. Whether or not you agree with this man, I highly recommend it.

Hi there.

Remember me? Probably not, since it’s been a whooping SIX months…

Well, allow me to RE-introduce myself,

My name is Nichele Lynn. I am a 22 year-old full-time Medical Research Coordinator, as well as full-time student. Which means I’m one busy bee actually. I complain about it but truth is, I wouldn’t have it another way.

I’m in school working towards a Masters of Social Work. I adore people. More so the kind of people that are hurting and in need. I can’t get enough of kids. And orphans really have my heart. I found something I am head over heels in love with, and so super passionate about that I could care less about the paycheck. Which, in my opinion, is exactly the kind of career to go after. I don’t care what my future job-title is; as long as I can wrap my arms around people I’ll be just fine.

Since the last time we’ve talked, I become the proud momma to a “fur-baby”. She’s a 3yearold Maltese named Abbie and truly has the best personality.


I’m currently single. I throw fits over that too but reality is, the current “fish in the sea” aren’t really worth fishin’ for right now anyways. knowwhatimsayin….


But most importantly, I’M BAAACCCKKK!

HOT-lanta

In just 2 weeks I will be jet-setting to the beautiful...

ATLANTA!

I wish it was for pleasure, but I'll be heading to the peachy state of GA for business. However, my boss happens to my momma, and is also coming on this trip. I'm sure we'll be able to mix a little business with pleasure, no?

Maybe we'll get a chance to run into these ladies...

just maybe...

February 8, 2010. Really?

It's been that long? augh

I can FINALLY say that the hardest semester of my life is OVER! My life has looked much like this:

but now it's looking much like this:

THANK GOODNESS!!!

So, how have all of you been? I plan on catching up on your blogs ASAP.

It's going to be a good summer, ladies. Get ready...

All I can say is W.O.W.

This left me speechless.



Having this man (John Piper) stand up for aborted babies was enough to bring tears to my eyes. I did not vote for President Obama, but I will respect him as the leader of this country. I do not agree with President Obama on many things. Hearing a man stand up with such passion and boldness has left me in awe.

2010!

WOW!!! It’s been one heck of a long time since I’ve been in the blog world! My sweet friend, Lauren Kelly, kindly reminded me today! Truth is, her text came at exactly the right moment; I’ve been thinking about Divine Little Moments a lot lately and how much I’ve missed using all of you as my “ears”.

I wish I could tell y’all where I have been all this time, or give you some sort of reason as to why I haven’t written. Honestly, I don’t have one. I could say I’ve been “busy” or “overwhelmed” with work and school but that’s not it. I think I was just too afraid of what I might write. Like if I wrote into words what I felt, then it would be real. And I wasn’t ready for that. Not then anyways.

I have never thought I needed to go through a time of “finding” myself. This past year proved me wrong. The past year drug me through dirt. However, I could not be more thankful for 2009. Mister ’09 taught me to love myself, rather than depend on others to. It taught me compassion, grace, and mercy. It taught me that love shouldn’t make your heart feel like a thousand pieces on the ground. It taught me to run from the things that pull me down and run towards the ones that force me up. It showed me that eating “Humble Pie” is only to make me a better person if I learn from it. It taught me to say sorry. It taught me to cry. Most importantly, it opened my eyes to the blessings I have.

Good news is; it’s only been 36 days but this is by far the BEST year of my LIFE.

It’s a bit ironic that I feel this way, as this is NOT the year I had planned for my life. Funny how that works huh? I find myself coming home to a quiet apartment every night. I find myself with more bills than I have ever had in the past 5 years combined. I find myself revisiting who I call “friend” more than I ever have in my entire life. The icing on the cake being: I’m single.
These could really throw me into a pit faster than I could blink if I let it. And at times, I find myself clawing to stay out of one.

However, I wouldn’t give any of this up for the world. The quiet apartment gives me a moment to escape the craziness outside of it. The bills make me feel blessed for the job I have and the money I make in order to pay them. The singleness gives me a focus that I’ve never had. I am more focused on school, and most of all, God.


So here’s to the best year thus far, and knowing the BEST IS YET TO COME!

Just as I was getting Started...

Just as I was getting back into my blogging world, guess who caught the Swine Flu???

That's right!!! Yours truly! It wasnt as bad as I thought, and I feel SO much better after the meds, and tons of rest!!

I have a bit of catching up to do...

So...I have been a BAD blogger lately!! I am SO sorry. I have been completely slammed with school! This Pre-Med business is NO JOKE!

So much has happened since I've last updated you gals... Lets see, I officially got settled into my new place, started football season, had my 21st Birthday, and took a girls trip to Vegas!

GO WILDCATS!

(For those who don't know, I am an Arizona Wildcat!)

VEGAS!!

Also, my little brother, Ryan, started and ended another GREAT football season. He is amazing y'all. SO talented! I couldn't help tearing up whenever I heard the stands screaming his name! His makes this Big Sister VERY proud!

I promise to be better! I promise!! I seriously have missed you guys!

My day...

Today, you walked in and asked if I was “overwhelmed”, and if so, you could help. That made my day, mom.

A week ago, you ran after me as I was leaving, hugged me, told me you loved me, and told me you were sorry about the fight we had gotten into a few hours earlier. That made my day, Ryan.

A month ago, you came home really late but still decided to move everything I owned into the garage, making it easier for me to load the trucks on moving day. That made my day, dad.

2 months ago, you told me how important I was to you, and how proud I make you. That made my day, Grandpa.


You make my days, family. All 365 of them.

I MOVED OUT!!!

I finally took the leap and moved out! It's been great. (so far) I still have a ton to do, and school started back up again today. I'm SO sorry I haven't been the best of blogger lately. I promise to do better!

I miss you, family. In a good way.
Mom, guess what I did? I washed ALL the dishes by hand! ALL of them, and put them away. Can you believe it? And Dad, I did every single piece of laundry and folded and put it all away. And I promise I didn't leave it in the dryer for days. I miss my puppy, Ryan. So please give her all the extra hugs you can! I miss your face, too. I miss tickling you until you had tears streaming down your cheeks.

I'll see you soon!