So, I figured, to get back started, I would catch all of you up on my life! I am still moving and grooving at the Credit Union, and loving it! I also started a new chapter in my life called Not Living in my Parents House. Yes, that's right, I, Robin King, moved out of my parents house in July. I have been living that independent life since late July, and let me just tell you: adulting is hard. And from what I've been told, it only gets harder from here. Having said that I wouldn't change my decision if I could. I love my life in downtown Birmingham, I love living less than 2 miles from work, and I love the challenge of having to make it on my own. I have a lovely companion by my side through it all. He name is Penny and she has the floppiest ears you've ever seen.
Yep. That's my girl. She likes to smile, go on walks, hide my shoes from me, and she sneezes when she gets really excited. Oh, and she loves going to Starbucks for a Pupiccino. #basicwhitegirl
While I'd love to tell you every single thing that's happened in my life in the last year and a half, I will save us all some time and skip through the good parts. Actually, no. The important parts. Because, frankly, a lot of the last 18 months hasn't been good. I'm not here to bring anyone down or to spill anyone's secrets, so here's what I will say: spiritual warfare is real and not a single one of us is immune to it. My family experienced true turmoil in 2014. Personally, I learned first hand what real depression is. I learned that it is okay to ask for help when this life gets to be too much to bear alone. I learned that Godly friends are real treasures. And here's what I can say: through it all, God is real, He is faithful, He is gracious, and He is good. To any of you reading this that were there in the darkest points of my life: thank you.
Now. Let's skip forward to the last month. It's December! It's Christmas! How did that happen? I promise just yesterday it was June and I was spending my birthday on the beach. This year has flown by, and this month has been no exception. I have had so much fun spending time with friends and family over the last 22 days, and I can't wait for the next couple of weeks as we go through Christmas and New Years. Here's a recap of December up to this point:
As soon as December 1 was here, the tiniest of Christmas trees was put up in my apartment.
Spent some quality time with some adorable baby cousins....
Who were uncertain of Penny.
Saw Relient K at Zydeco and realized that I am becoming an old lady that very much likes her personal space.
Decorated my cubicle at work because why not?
Made a tacky Christmas tee...
and wore it to the LBC Young Adult Christmas party (where my team won the blindfolded gingerbread house making contest).
Aubrey made some pretty awesome faces.
Was reminded for the 100000th time that I have the best boss of all time.
Made my first restaurant reservation for the work Christmas party.
Celebrated Christmas and two years at the credit union (WHAT??!?) with my awesome coworkers.
This is the previously mentioned amazing boss AKA Beyonce.
And then there was Caitlin, the best bae there ever was.
Did the family Christmas party thing with my adorable sister.
Got Christmas cards addressed to just me, because I'm a grownup now!
{Let's just pause here and reflect on how STINKING ADORABLE my family is}
Wrapped some presents... As you may notice, I am a huge Grey's Anatomy fan. This gift was for Caitlin, who is the Meredith to my Christina.
Went to the Chelsea Christmas parade, which gets better every year.
Saved these two multiple times from becoming pancakes at the parade. When you're a kid, you're more worried about candy and less worried about the giant float rolling toward you.
Painted Aubrey's nails purple...
Literally the perfect model.
Took Aubrey and Mary to the Shops at Grand River, where it was -28 degrees (just kidding, more like 40. But it was cold).
Where my parents acted like grandparents because that's what they do. Also Aubrey's Mimi and Papa were out of town so someone had to spoil her!
This Christmas season has been a busy one for all of us. I could not be more thankful for the love of family and friends that surrounds everyone this time of year.
Don't forget, as the days get busier and the excitement sets in, the true meaning of this time of year. Always remember that if God had not sent his perfect son to come and live with us sinners, we would have no reason to celebrate,
Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to read this. I really do appreciate it.
Merry Christmas! I love you all!
