Life is a crazy thing!

Wow! Can't believe that it's been months since I last sat down and posted on my blog. I think I was trying to force something that just wasn't there...you feeling me?? Now, I have something brewing in my head and in my world that I'm excited about, so posting doesn't appear as if it will be a problem, at least for now...wink, wink!

What has been going on with me over the past months?? Not a lot, really. Just living, loving, and dreaming. Dreaming about finishing my Bachelor's Degree. Dreaming about maybe, just maybe, making a passion into a business. Dreaming about getting healthy for my Half-Marathon in October. Dreaming of warmer weather....ha! So many things are just bouncing around in my head that I thought now would be a really good time to get them down in writing. Sometimes I forget I have a blog. Probably because it was so centered around books that I just don't think of it as my way of documenting my life. I'm still a reader, but it no longer defines me nor my blog. I've tossed the idea around of changing the name, but then decided that I like it. So the name stays, but the focus will certainly change. If you want to visit that's great...here's what I'm going to be talking about on my blog, Life in the Thumb:

• running
• eating healthy
• juicing
• green smoothies
• going back to college
• half-marathon training
• my kids
• my husband
• our adventures
• books and why they made an impact on me (or how they were a waste of time!)
• tech stuff...now that I'm a tech girl!
• my life's philosophy
• brainstorming ideas about how to get a business up and running!
• my dogs
• friends and friendship
• whatever tickles my fancy!

I'm excited and feel like now IS the time to start blogging again! 

Where does the time go????

Good Intentions- I have many of them and some I actually follow through and complete, while others tend to languish on the back burner. Much to my chagrin, life got really busy once school started back in session and the time that I had available to myself was not spent creating a post for my blog or spent updating my look. I rode my bicycle, went for walks, ran a few miles, read a few chapters, and spent time with my family.

What I do intend to do- Is to start posting again, now that I think I have a grip on the crazy job and the stress that comes with it. Time management is something that I struggle with and am always looking to improve upon. I feel confident that I can still be creative on my blog, interact with those that stop by and comment, and still have time for my life.

What is happening right now- I'm getting everything in order right now because at the crack of dawn tomorrow morning I will be heading to the D to run a 5k on Belle Isle. I am a Michigan native, but I've never ventured to Belle Isle so not only am I excited to see this state park for the first time, but I'm also excited to be running with so many women.

created using Project Life App

What I am currently addicted to- Project Life App for my iPad!! I went a little crazy and created 3 scrapbook pages immediately and didn't get to bed until 11:30!! I created this collage yesterday to inspire me for my run tomorrow.

What I am currently reading and listening to- Searching for Perfect by Jennifer Probst. Loved the first book in this series, Searching for Someday. When I saw this one at Target I had to get it. I am currently listening to Orange is the New Black by Piper Kerman, narrated by Cassandra Campbell. Loving this one so far and it made me pedal my bike an EXTRA 4 miles yesterday just to finish the chapter. I also listen to audio books when I'm going for a long walk.

What's going on in your life today?

I see you....

Just saw this on Elephant Journal and it really made me stop and think.  As I have re-evaluated my life this past year, I know that I've been guilty of looking at people, but never really seeing them. I'm learning to slow down and connect. Look people in the eyes as I ask them how they are today. Stop and listen with my whole being and just exist in the moment. Keeping my phone in my pocket and all of my attention focused on that person. I think we need to do more of this on a daily basis, until it becomes a part of who we are as a people. We need to turn off the phones, tablets, computers, and televisions. We need to appreciate the silence, the moments, the here and now, and engage in LIFE!

Your thoughts???

It's been a long time.....

Hello Friends!!

Not sure if anyone will read this or not, because quite honestly my blog fell right off the map way back in August of last year. There's a lot to the story as to why my blog went silent and I'm ready to share some of that with you, my real friends, who have stayed in contact with me on FB, Twitter, and emails.

I've decided that my blog will get a refreshed "look" and also will be more about my journey and what has brought me to where I am today. It will just be me writing and sharing....if you're interested and want to stop in and say "Hello" that's great. If you're not because my focus has steered away from review books, that's okay too! I understand, truly I do.

Within a week or so I hope to have the template in place and will be getting "real" with what has happened in my life over the past year and how things have changed.

I'm actually excited about blogging again, and quite honestly, I'm excited about the no pressure aspect of it by removing myself from "reviewing" books.

Looking forward to catching up with you all!!

Staci

College Bound

 

 

 

This week is all about getting Marc packed up and ready to go to college. Life has been very busy with my oldest home from Okinawa, spending a few days with him, working a second job, and now getting my youngest ready for his next chapter in life. I will not be posting on my blog for the rest of August. I hope at some point to visit some of your blogs but it's looking pretty dicey right now. My days are filled with things that need to be done and by the time I do get some down time, being on the computer is the last activity I feel like doing!!

 

Don't forget about me!! I promise to visit soon!!!

 

Love you all!

Staci

 

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My Extraordinary Ordinary Life by Sissy Spacek

What My Extraordinary Ordinary Life is about:
In her delightful and moving memoir, Sissy Spacek writes about her idyllic, barefoot childhood in a small East Texas town, with the clarity and wisdom that comes from never losing sight of her roots. Descended from industrious Czech immigrants and threadbare southern gentility, she grew up a tomboy, tagging along with two older brothers and absorbing grace and grit from her remarkable parents, who taught her that she could do anything. She also learned fearlessness in the wake of a family tragedy, the grief propelling her "like rocket fuel" to follow her dreams of becoming a performer.

Listening to Sissy Spacek tell her story was like taking a walk with a good friend and hearing about her life. I loved the tales of her early childhood, the complete love and support she always received from her parents, and the journey her life became as she chased her dream of being a country artist and her surprise in becoming a movie actress. I always find it fascinating to hear about the people upcoming stars meet in their life and who end up becoming just as or even more famous than the person telling the story. Sissy certainly met a lot of wonderful people in the business and many of them became treasured and real friends.  Sissy's voice was easy to listen to and I still think she could be Loretta Lynn's twin!!

Recommend? If you have enjoyed Sissy's work in the past and are curious about her life growing up and the simple way she lives today, then this is one to add to your audio list for sure!!

Source:  Purchased from Audible.com
Narrator: Sissy Spacek
Length: 9 hrs an 49 mins

Six Sentence Bookish Thoughts #123
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Mailbox Monday and It's Monday....What Are You Reading????

Mailbox Monday 

is a gathering place for readers to share the books that

came into their house last week and explore great book blogs. 

Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.

August Host: Penelope @ The Reading Fever!

cover image via goodreads.com

Uh, yeah, no one will be  surprised that I nabbed this one on NetGalley!! Always on My Mind, Lucky Harbor #8- can't wait to read it!!

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Hosted by

 Sheila @ One Person's Journey Through a World of Books

We discuss the books that we've read 

and what we're planning to read for the week.

Read and talked about last week:

The Glass Wives- debut novel that would make a good summer read

Orphan Train- blew me away and touched my heart...fantastic historical book!

One Day in Apple Grove- loved the characters and would continue on with this series

Bookish Thoughts to share this week:

My Extraordinary Ordinary Life (audio) by Sissy Spacek

Upcoming Reads:

Not sure what will be in store for me because on Saturday, my oldest son, Mitch will finally be back on American soil!!! I will be spending three days with him and reading is NOT on the agenda. Once again I will be making choices based on whims and what makes me smile!!