Feng Shui.

Here's to my first post as Annie Moore!! Yep, that's my name, officially. I've got the documents to prove it. That's right-a  new SS card, license, credit & debit cards, RN license (Praise the Lord, I passed!!!!), email address and moore... and I'm sure I'll be finding even mooooore things that need to be changed over the next few years. But it will just be the perfect reminder that I married the most wonderful man in the world. :) Now I just need to perfect my new signature. Still working on that one.

 
Feng shui /ˈfʌŋ ˈʃweɪ/ Show Spelled[fuhng shwey]: the Chinese art or practice of creating harmonious surroundings.

It seems as if the feng shui has transitioned from our relationship (going from dating/engagement to marriage, countless miles driving back and forth to each other, many good-nights said over the phone, and never-ending wedding planning) right into our new little home! Taylor and I have been settling into our humble 875 square feet 1-bedroom and finding it quite cozy. And I mean quite cozy.We've been arranging and re-arranging our simple abode for the last 3 weeks we've lived here. It's like a game- like a 1,000 piece puzzle! Each thing has its home... well, most things. There is currently a waiting list for several housing applicants.... and the options are Closet Avenue, Goodwill Drive or Dumpster Alley. We have each kitchen cabinet set up like a house of cards- one false move and the whole set-up is on the ground. We almost need a diagram to remember how to set it up after using one bowl or cup... it's been expertly organized by Team Moore! And will probably stay like that because the only other alternative is the floor. Ha!

                                        (plus there's a load of dishes in the wash at the moment!)

 Our furniture is finally finding it's permanent spot, towels, linens and clothes have found a resting place. Plus, it's pretty fun having a boy roommate.... stinky socks and all. We are getting settled and finding our rhythm; living life together is a true gift!! And all of this is happening under the watchful glass eyes of Taylor's prize 8-point buck, Ocho Habenero (which by the way, is the one thing not taking up precious space since he's hanging on the wall :) )

So many generous friends and family have blessed us with gifts that have taken up residence in our new home. What an extremely blessed life we live...We have been given eternal life by the God of the universe- through the gift of His Son Jesus!!!! We could have 1 dollar to our name and a box of Cracker Jacks and we'd still be among the richest in the world. Why? Because we are His children- a chosen people, a royal priesthood. We're part of the family! God's family. We've been called out of darkness into His wonderful light. (1 Peter 2:9) And you can be too- you can join the ranks of the poorest rich people in the world, followers of God. (It is truly the best life!!!!) The Lord of the Universe can be your Father and Heaven can be your home. Simply realize your sins- your need for God, and share that with Him through prayer! Just talk to Him. Ask Him to come into your life- to change you from the inside out. And He will! Because He loves you- because He died for you. Praise the Lord for His Glorious Goodness!!

 What do you do when your name is Taylor Moore and you marry a girl with twice the amount of stuff you own yourself? You help her pare down and then you rent a garage :)