Has everyone seen the Holiday when the two characters switch places and Cameron Diaz goes to a little getaway cottage in England?  The past few days I came home to spend some "getaway" in my new room, and I felt just like her!  I woke up the first morning to a house to myself, my favorite cinnamon rolls and coffee already ready for me, and a free morning to coup myself up in my new room with books, my ipod, my bible, the works!  It was incredibly refreshing to spoil myself...some much needed renewing of the spirit.  And my new room just embodies tranquility and gives it so freely!  The rest of my time at home has included McKay's (with a couple of great finds that they didn't have in Knoxville!), a run with my mom, time with Levi, Kelly, Dad, and Lily, and a fresh sunburn that was worth every minute I got to soak up the sun.  

I can't wait to participate in Sheryl's scavenger hunt!  Firstly, I took this picture last summer...but as I was thinking today of what would be my "Can't live without,"  I realized that the most accurate photo would have to be one of the sun, particularly when it was showing off.  I could not live without sunshine and seeing God's glory through its beauty.  I truly do believe I am somewhat more joy-filled in the summer and spring months than the winter.  Hence, photo submission #1