Last weekend, Tim and I did our registry. It wasn't the first try; it's probably more like the third. The first time was painful, because I was having a hard time articulating my vision for our lives. The last time I just gave in -- I don't like this form of gift giving, but people are going to give us gifts anyway, we might as well give them some guidance as to our tastes and preferences. Tim was amazingly supportive, reminding me of what I wanted in terms of materials (i.e. minimum of plastic and other disposable materials), and we made awesome teamwork that day.

( Twenty-Five Year Goals Based on Values )

So, Tim and I finalized the readings this morning for our wedding ceremony. If you're interested, read below. Otherwise? SPOILER ALERT.

( I SAID SPOILER ALERT. SPOILER ALERT. )

The only part we really had trouble with was the nuptual blessing. Two of the three prayers only asked God to bless me, marrying this man. The other blessed us both, and asked us both to be faithful, but gave me all the housework. If we can make that one slightly more equitable, we'll be going with that one. Otherwise? We'll probably still go with that one.

I quit my job today. Rather than feeling better, more free, less worried... I  feel a sense of loss.

I have enough money to pay bills, keep my car, etc. I am looking forward to having work hours that correspond more closely to the 9-5 spectrum. Looking forward to eating dinner with my family, and not having to worry about making wedding plans only on weekends, and being sure I can attend all the precana classes.

I still wish I could have kept my job, though. I liked my job.