Jen Russum

Adverbs

Adverbs

   I never use a top sheet. I rarely mop the floor. I sometimes convince Micah to do the vacuuming. I usually make the bed. I always clean the bathroom – every single week. I never feel caught up on school work. I rarely have time to read all my favorite blogs. I sometimes feel sleep-deprived. I usually put housework before homework. I’m always thankful to be in grad school, even when it’s difficult. I'm never on time to church but am trying to change. I rarely skip reading my Bible in the morning. I sometimes struggle to have a focused prayer life. I usually pay attention during sermons and take lots of notes. I’m always in need of God’s grace. ... Read more

Sweatin’ to the Oldies

Sweatin’ to the Oldies

So we hosted our first big gathering at the new house this past weekend. It was my sister in law's birthday and we threw one crazy, fun party. Kayla works at a rehab hospital as an activities director and about a month ago she did an exercise video with her patients - none other than Richard Simmons' Sweatin' to the Oldies. And then a brilliant idea popped into her head... a party theme for her upcoming birthday! And there you have it. We had about thirty people over on Saturday and almost every single one of them dressed up in fab, tacky workout gear. And we actually did the video. There is proof below. And when I say video, I mean we pulled out my ol' tape/DVD combo player from my old classroom and we popped in that VHS! Believe it. The best part of the night was present time. Kayla's laptop broke a few months ago and she has been relying on her smart phone ever since. A few of her friends found out she really needed a new computer and they all pitched in and bought her a tablet with a detachable keyboard. She had NO idea it was happening and she was literally in shock as she opened it. So fun! I will let the pictures below do the rest of the talking, but if you are wondering, yes, Micah is wearing my pink running shorts... xoxo,Jen Linking up with Embrace the Camera! ... Read more

Lovely little things…

Lovely little things…

We have now had visitors for NINE weekends in a row. Yes, you read that right, NINE. In between our crazy weekends though, Micah and I got to slow down a little bit mid-week for once. We spent last Tuesday night at home, ate a crockpot dinner, did some work around the house, I neglected my homework and caught up on blogs for the evening, and Micah cleaned out two of his messy dresser drawers much to my delight. It was a good night and made us realize how much we had been craving some down time with just the two of us. On Thursday night we had a weekday date night, and we went to watch our beloved Washington Huskies play ASU in basketball. It was a close, fun game and the Huskies walked away with the victory so all was well in the Russum household. Here are some other lovely little moments from our week from Phoebe's point of view... Baskin Robbins craving... like one hour before dinner. Oh, and this was dinner. Chips // Guacamole // Salsa // Queso - it doesn't get better than that. Busted out the new sewing machine. Good thing my mom was in town to teach me how to use it! Back in running mode and it feels good {and HORRIBLE at the same time}. That's what happens when you take two months off I suppose. Two completely unexpected notes of encouragement came in the mail on the same day. // RIP Picnik! Work day at one of my fave Phoenix spots - LGO. Date night with Micah. Go Huskies! I baked both these cakes for my sister in law's birthday party. Recipes coming soon! And the birthday party was themed "Sweatin' to the Oldies." We totally did a Richard Simmons workout video. Yes, video. As in VHS. Bring it! xoxo,Jen Linking up with Life Made Lovely and Aisle to Aloha! ... Read more