25 Things

25 was a particularly hard birthday for me.  I know, I know... that sounds silly ridiculous.  I was completely comfortable staying 24... forever.  But reality kicks in sooner or later and before you know it you are 25 and the day you turn that less-than-exciting number you find 2 grey hairs. 2 PEOPLE! My husband thought I was crazy and always says, "I can't even remember 25." He is 8 years older than me and well into his 30's. Speaking of my husband.... That's him! His name is Zach and lucky for me I love the name Zach. He jokes that he is like the 5th Zach that I've dated. It's not true... he is only the 2nd. Over exaggerator, that one.

So back to the real reason I am writing this post, instead of dreading the day I turned 25 back in August and all of the days in my 25th year. I decided to make the effort to find the good in it and discover myself.  SO here is my list of 25 things I have discovered about myself, learned, and grown to love so far in my 25th year.

1. Relying on the Lord means being patient and letting Him lead

2. It is ok to eat that piece of chocolate and not feel guilty

3. Serving others when it's not convenient is rewarding

4. Remembering the things someone shares with me and using that

information to bless them in some way

5. My name is Mac, and I have an addiction to coffee and my teeth hate me for it

6. Meeting new people and making new friends is only as awkward as you make it

(I have been known to be slightly awkward, but I am embracing it)

7. My dream home is to live in a cabin in the mountains

8. I have discovered that teaching is my passion

9. I don't feel pressure to live up to a certain set of standards

10. Grey hairs, smey hairs.  Thats just another chance to chat with my stylist Kaytie

11. I am a bit of a perfectionist, and I am working on relaxing a bit

12. I do my best singing thinking when I am in the shower or going for a run

13. I have to say a prayer at night before I go to sleep or I have severe anxiety 

14. Friendships and relationships may not last forever, but there is 

forever a connection to that person

15. I miss performing in the theater

don't worry I was a beer girl in The Producers, which brings me to my next point

16. I love craft beer. Give me all the craft beer

17. I am not ready to be a mom yet and thats ok

18. I have a heart for kids and helping them succeed

19. I am a good listener.  I do well with people who have a lot to say

20. I am beginning to recognize when God shows himself to me

21. I could live in target. I mean they literally have everything you need... 

except a shower.... who knows, they probably have that too

22. I love to be creative and NEED that outlet

23. I am just now starting to figure out what I want in life, and that's ok

24. Drinking a glass of wine while cooking is the most 

relaxing activity (red wine of course)

25. I really suck at answering phone calls and texts, but I am working on it 

There you have it, 25 things!