Christina is going to New Orleans

Hola mi familia! (I have been taking spanish classes...can you tell?)

Just wanted to tell you about an exciting trip that I am taking...SOON

In 3 days I am headed to New Orleans with a group of 16 leaders from FUEL (20's singles ministry @ Mariners church). We will be there from March 24th through March 30th.

If you want more information on my trip... please check out: ThatOneGirl takes on New Orleans

I will be posting updates daily...or as often as I can.

Just wanted to let you know... and of course ask for your prayers... for me and our team.

Love to all,
Christina

Our Little Gem

Cheers to our little gem - janae! Congratulations on your marriage to Danny. May all your years together be filled with love and happiness. If I had to think of one word to describe you on your wedding day - I would definitely pick the word gem. Not just because of your love of jewels, but because you truly represented something rare, precious, and absolutely radiant. The ladies and I were so proud of you watching you walk down the aisle. Your spirit sparkled and it was so evident in your beautiful words to one another in the ceremony that you and Danny are truly meant to be.

Not to mention that your reception was amazing and your band rocked! We all got our groove on to celebrate you! Thanks for sharing your special day. Hope you don't mind I posted this so our PureOlogy fam - can see you in all your bridal glory.
Miss you! Can't wait to hear about the honeymoon! lv, C.

As it begins to end...

Surreal is the best word I can find to describe this day. I have started packing my desk up. Along with my job responsibilites, now all of the little notes, files and binders that I have worked so closely with over the last two years are getting packed up so that someone else can take them over. I am so sad and mad and hurting.

I walked into Suite 650 almost 3 years ago, with mixed emotions. I was curious, eager and a little nervous. I had NO idea what I was getting into.It hasn't always easy and it hasn't always been fun. But, when times got tough we had each other. Not only have we worked together, but we have laughed together and grieved together. We have seen each other at our best and our worst. I know I could not have gotten through the last three years of my "personal" life without the most amazing team of supportive, talented, beautiful individuals that I have been proud to call my PureOlogy family.

Looking back I wouldn't change it for the world. And now its beginning to end.So, to those that take our "baby" brand to the next level, congratulations and I wish you the BEST. But, be sure to look back once and a while and give all of us that have been left behind a smile and a wave, because we LOVE you and we miss you.And to those choosing to leave now on this note. You will go on and do AMAZING things and I wish you the best as the page turns and you begin this new chapter in your life.

Big X's and O's to all.

Always,Christina

Chapter 1

"There are two types of designers. The free flowing kind and the structured. What kind of designer are you?" asked the Principal.

"Structured." I answered.

What moments made it into your book?

I miss my family...

As I finish up my second week of being the graphic designer at Kerstin Florian, I have come to terms that eventually things will get better. It's hard being the new kid in town. I can't live in the past anymore. I have to stay positive, have an open mind and give my step-family a chance.

I have to admit that I miss the family lunches where we gossip about celebrities as if they are our best friends, pick on Steve when all the shrimp is gone, wish that we weren't having rice and beans again...most of all just being able to eat and enjoy my lunch with good company. I miss the random Mo and Cathi singing and dancing shows in the hallway with Tina as the opening act. I miss the way Janae says my name when she needs help with something.

Things are just different here. Believe me when I say that the first week of work at your new adventure will be really hard. I don't know exactly what it feels like to have my parents split up...I am guessing this is the feeling someone goes through. The feeling of being forced apart from your sisters and not being able to see them everyday.

A wise lady told me last night that this struggle will only make me stronger and the best thing that has come out of the situation is meeting a group of wonderful, talented and hardworking people who will always remain as my second family.

"You can take the people out of the company. But, you can't take the people out of the family!"