Mini Apartment Tour

The week of classes beginning for the fall semester, I moved into my own apartment. It has been awhile since I've had a place of my own. I have college students for neighbors, but I live on the second floor and it is mostly peaceful. I have Sawyer and Nova (my cat!) here with me as well as my betta fish named Amos. Honestly I couldn't be happier. A move to town was just what I needed. Even though I can't really plant a garden or carry on with some of my homesteading hobbies, I can carry on with most! I still compost, but I save everything in a bag in the freezer and bring it with me when I go to mom's. I don't have to use my car as much because I can walk nearly everywhere.

Sawyer and I have taken to late night walking and usually travel an hour or more along the well-lit sidewalks. My hometown is very small and I know most everyone here (perks of working at the grocers). My very best college friends only live one house down from mine, so we take turns having movie night and dinner. I love it! I'm getting to practice (and show off) my cooking skills.

I love my little apartment, so enjoy the highlights!


10 Things & Merry Christmas!

I'm a big fan of Christmas. It's the only time of year that I get to see all my siblings. At once. In the same place. We cook and clean together; laugh and give each other gifts. These last two Christmases I have volunteered at the school kennels while Gramma volunteers to go into work so others can have time with their families.


I thought that Christmas should be about giving thanks for all I have (including this nugget).

I'm grateful for:

1. My loving family. We may not always get along, but we love each other without reservation.

2. A warm apartment that is my oasis, my retreat, my home. I love it here.

Sawyer Tried to Howl...

Sawyer Tries to Howl

...and it might just be the cutest thing you see today!

The fire siren went off one night and I happened to have my camera handy. Enjoy my little nugget trying his hardest. One thing I learned that night: he is definitely not part husky! :)

Until next time,