The Mile High City

Well folks, we are turning a new leaf here in the Gilmore home. Chris has begun his last semester of school and once those few months fly by (as we all know they do) we'll be moving to Denver! The mile high city! Chris got a fabulous internship at an advertising agency called Voltage. I think he'll be a great fit there and I couldn't be more excited for him. Even though I've never been there, I have a feeling we are going to like it there very much. We are so excited for the new adventures, new people and new restaurants to try.

However, now comes the much dreaded job search on my part. Of course we can't forget the apartment hunting and moving vans. Can I say how expensive moving is?! Now I know why people sell their belongings and simply start fresh. I must say that I am absolutely loving all the wood floors and exposed brick that Denver's housing market has to offer. Yummy! I've already begun pre-decorating in my mind. I get a little ahead of myself sometimes. It's what I do best I guess.

Since I've never been to Denver, if any of you have suggestions on great areas to live, yummy restaurants to try or places to work, shout em out! I'd love to get your suggestions. You're the best!

 

 

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Just Dance

This post is something that is near and dear to my heart. Last week marked the 2 year anniversary of my friend Brad's death.

Brad and I knew each other briefly in middle school but our friendship bloomed in high school over love of musical theater and choir. He was my escort in the homecoming parade, boomba impersonator, coffee addict and my first school girl kiss. At the age of 21 he was unexpectedly diagnosed with Sarcoma cancer and began treatment. To entertain himself and those who waited at the hospital during treatments, they would make dance videos. Every one in the hospital knew Brad's name because he was such a light to those around. Brad taught us all to just keep dancing even though times are hard. Whatever you may be going through right now, just dance and keep the light of life bright.

Please help us find a cure for sarcoma cancer so that people all over the world can keep on dancing through life. You can donate to the NW Sarcoma Foundation to help find a cure.  

  

Frontiers and Frosting

Lately I've done a lot of soul searching and asking questions such as "What do I really want to be when I grow up?" When I say grow up, I mean graduate from college, get a grown up job and all that other stuff that comes with having responsibility. Yay. Not. It's exciting to be on the edge of new terrain, but intimidating all at the same time. There are so many things that I want to do and try, that it's hard to narrow it down to just one and start the job search.

While on my search for understanding of where to go, I came across this video. I was blown away by it's content and creativity. I hope that it helps you with whatever questions you might have. Challenge the system and make a change! While you watch it, ask yourself what motivates you and feel free to share. I'd love to hear what you have to say. As for myself, I am motivated by making this world a more beautiful place to live and glorifying the God who gave it to us.

With it being the middle of the week (aka hump day because you are at the top of the hump on a hill, also known as Wednesday) try and spice up the day! Chris and I are going to explore a new part of town we haven't seen yet. Life is about those special moments or what I like to call "life's frosting". Because just like a cupcake, without frosting, it's just a muffin.