Service and Claire comes home from Italy

I've always believe in karma.
That if you put good energy out in the world, some of it will come back to you.
I really try to live my life by the phrase "do unto others and you would have them do onto you."
I really try.
And i'm not perfect ever but at least i'm trying.

Anyways service.
Growing up in a christian church there is a lot to do with giving back.
I've gone on a number of mission trips to Alamosa Colorado and worked in their soup kitchen.
Giving back is probably one of the most satisfying things you can do.

The other day my mom and I went over to a friend of ours who's husband was just recently diagnosed with a serious medical condition and needs to be watched constantly.
We just went over to help with some house chores since three hands are better than one.
Just spending a little over an hour just doing some easy basic chores really meant a lot to her and to us.

You really take your health and the relationships you have sometimes for granted.
She was so appreciative of the little amount of time we spent there but knowing that we made a difference to her.
That we alleviated some stress is what was the best.
We made her day better.
And you cant get much more heartwarming than that


AND CLAIRE FINALLY CAME HOME FROM ITALY AT 12:15 AM!!
Poor thing was so tired.
Caleb her boyfriend even tagged along which was sweet.
I made a sign that said  "Benvenuto Claire!" which means something like welcome home in Italian.
And she was definitely so happy to see us and get to bed after traveling for over 24 hours.
She also came back with no voice but with plenty of stories about amazing food, far off places, and apparently a lot of merchandise has David's (the famous naked statue David) penis on it.

We've now coined a new joke.
The overly enthusiastic selfie stick sellers that would swarm the buses of students.

I now have a necklace and earrings of Venetian glass which is wonderful.
If you ever need an idea for me for a gift.
Get me unique jewelry.
I love that stuff.


I cant wait to see what other adventures our little world traveler will have in her future.
Shes going to go far.
I can just feel it.