There are Always Highlights

This week's been a rough one. I try not to be one to complain too often (at least not here on the blog) but sometimes life just gets you down in the dumps. After all the fun of last week, this week has certainly made sure it was anything but. I got Jared's yucky cold and have been feeling pretty miserable this week. And you know how when you don't feel good EVERYTHING else seems about 10 times worse than it is.

So I've been whining and coughing my way through one of the most demanding weeks at work I've had in awhile. The Bengals are currently at the top of the division so playoff prep is in full force over here. Sure, anything could still happen but it's very likely the Bengals will host at least one playoff game here- and we're hoping for two games! Between that and one of our biggest rivals coming in town this weekend (Boooo... Steelers!) it's been a headache.

Are you tired of this nonsensical ramble yet? Because I am! I really am. I've been no fun this week and now that I got that rant out of the way I did want to share the highlights as of late. There are always highlights to be found even when a crummy week hits you head on.

Highlights include:

Those new appliances. Seriously guys- I might just turn into Rachael Ray. That's how inspired I feel. Jared makes fun of me because I've been greeting them every day when I get home. "Hi, new fridge!! Stove! I love you!" My life is changed and the recipe section of this blog might just blow up soon!

Wrapping presents. Our tree is just so much prettier with boxes and bags all wrapped underneath.

Reaching the 2nd trimester. HOLLA! It just feels like such a feat! PLUS, the date we'll find out the gender of the baby is officially on the calendar and I am absolutely counting down already. Now where's my glow?

Getting our Christmas cards out in the mail. I "splurged" and got some cute address labels this year which made them more fun and less work ;) I love checking our mailbox this time of year, too!

Christmas season in general. Despite being sick this week, I still enjoyed some hot cocoa in my Christmas pjs, looked at lights and watched The Santa Clause with Jared. I think we're on track to watch more movies this holiday season than ever.... not mad about that!

Now everyone just pray I can hold it together long enough to enjoy at least a little bit of my work's Christmas party tonight. Happy Thursday!