tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87531558969614031092024-03-13T20:45:22.130-07:00Who I AmJ Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-89871472392370701222014-06-24T10:32:00.000-07:002014-06-24T10:33:26.871-07:00beginning againa fresh start. we all need it sometimes. with the busyness of life pulling us in differing directions, it's nice to relax and have a new beginning. I think that's what the Lord had in mind when he created day and night. He knew that we would dig ourselves too deep, create too much trouble, and become overwhelmed with the cares of this world. so He gave us the new day. we read in Lamentations that his lovingkindness never ceases! and his compassions never fail! they are <i>made new</i> every morning! Great is His Faithfulness. (3:22-23)<br />
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<br />J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-47819521847582921202013-11-20T08:10:00.000-08:002013-11-20T08:10:14.987-08:00genuine love.<div style="text-align: center;">
"Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor." </div>
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"Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on it's own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." </div>
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Wow. To have what the Bible describes as genuine love would be amazing. Imagine it. Christ would always come first, tempers would never be lost, grudges would never be held, truth would be cherished, hope would flourish. (And let's be honest, decisions would never be made.) Life would be perfect. And although that perfection will never be achieved due to our ever powerful sin nature, what is there to stop us from putting love first and striving towards the fulfillment of that perfect place? So join me. Let's put love first, being patient and kind, not being envious or boastful. And what do you know? Maybe someone else will catch on and together we can make this world a more lovely place.</div>
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J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-46050587873825057412013-10-07T12:28:00.002-07:002013-10-07T12:28:36.089-07:00new post on the cooking blog!I haven't posted on my cooking blog in a long time, but thanks to the encouragement of a dear friend I decided to pick it back up! (well, she was actually teasing me for saying I would post, but then never doing it.)<br />
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Have a marvelous day!J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-43929004841480812832013-09-25T13:25:00.000-07:002013-09-25T13:25:27.666-07:00rejoice!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Rejoice : to feel joy or great delight <span style="font-size: xx-small;">Merriam-Webster Dictionary</span><br />
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To feel great delight. To be filled to the brim with love and peace and passion for Christ. <br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">"In this you </span><b style="font-size: small;">rejoice</b><span style="font-size: x-small;">, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith - more precious than gold that perishes though it be tested by fire - may be found to result in </span><b style="font-size: small;">praise</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"> and </span><b style="font-size: small;">glory</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"> and </span><b style="font-size: small;">honor</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at the revelation of Jesus Christ." </span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">1 Peter 1:6-7 ESV</span><br />
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Although we experience trials and tears and heartbreaks throughout this life, one day there will be no more tears. Only praise and glory and honor. And rejoicing.<br />
When we have those hard days, where nothing seems to go right, there is always reason for rejoicing. <br />
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Tomorrow is a new day. Don't continue carrying the burden and pain of yesterday. Lay them at the feet of your Savior and rejoice! <br />
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do you ever feel alone? <br />
do you feel like no matter how many people are around, they are nothing to the emptiness inside?<br />
sometimes you just need someone to tell you it will all be ok. <br />
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let me do that for you.<br />
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everything is going to be ok. maybe not today, maybe not next week, it may even take a really long time. <br />
but it will happen.<br />
it will happen if you trust God. He is the One who stands tall even when storms rage and strong winds push you to the ground.<br />
when He envelops you in His love there is nothing that can take you away.<br />
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He is with you. He will always be with you. <br />
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"even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, <b>for you are with me</b>; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." <span style="font-size: xx-small;">Psalm 23:4</span><br />
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J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-16463325657135953942013-04-29T14:00:00.002-07:002013-04-30T06:03:53.933-07:00twenty.<div style="text-align: center;">
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She's my best friend, my inspiration, my partner in crime.<br />
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We've been together for ages, exploring and living, fighting, (of course) but always making up. Things aren't nearly as exciting by yourself, right?<br />
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So this year on her special day, my mother asked many of our friends to write something encouraging to Lillian, beautiful words for her to read over and over as the years go by.<br />
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On the morning of Lillian's special day, my family gathered around (with the addition of our amazing friend Olivia, who is practically family) to read to her the beautiful words from her friends.<br />
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Thank you to all who took the time to write something encouraging to my sister, who was truly touched by the evidence of so much love. <br />
We get so caught up in our problems sometimes, so blinded by sin and sadness that we forget there are countless souls who love us for who we are.<br />
And most of all that there is ONE who will always love us <i>no matter what.</i><br />
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"Lilleyin, I wish you did not go. I lov you so much." - Melissa Anne<br />
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". . .Lillian, when asked to write a note for you, I did so without hesitation. The words came so easily. I did not have to 'think of something nice to say.' That's because you are a wonderful person! And I pray that God would bless you richly on your birthday and always! Keep following God's direction in your life and cling tightly to Him always. . ."<br />
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"You always have a kind, positive, encouraging word. You are thoughtful and friendly to those you meet. You are quick to laugh and to share others' joys and sorrows. You are a wonderful example for me to follow, and I thank you for that. And Lillian, on top of being one of the most genuinely nice people I know, you are also one of the most beautiful girls I know. . . You are such a blessing to so many people, Lil! Thank you for being such a wonderful friend. Love you, sweet girl!"<br />
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My dearest Lillian,<br />
It has come. This day on which we gather to honor you and your lovely life. <br />
I can't even begin to find the words to describe all that you mean to me. You are so patient with me, especially when I don't deserve it (which, by the way, makes be feel especially terribly, and more like a lowly worm than anything else.) <br />
But that is what I need. A constant reminder of the attributes I know I need to possess, but so easily slip through my fingers. You have a grasp on life. <br />
Things don't seem to take you by surprise. And even when they do, you somehow manage to keep your head and deal with them (well, most of the time). You are a daily inspiration. Watching you grow into a Godly young woman helped me realize the importance of growing in faith. I was stuck in a rut of non-growth, but you helped pull me out, whether you knew it or not. My goal was (and is) to grow up to be just like you, loved and appreciated by all. You don't seem to see it, but people love you. They love YOU. For your sweet spirit and your quiet laugh. For your continuing determination to show Christ's love, even when it does not seem to be wanted. I hope you realize this as you read these notes, I did, just barely fighting back the tears. I love you so much, my darling sister. You keep me held together. I don't know what I would do without you, and I pray I will never have to find out. (Well now that I have finished this on a depressing note, I ought to think of something funny to say. . .so. . .I shall end with a Daily Odd<br />
Compliment. "Today, I gave myself a headache, trying to picture how someone would describe a jellyfish to a blind person. And that's when I realized I shouldn't be left alone and I miss you." He he he. . .)<br />
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Remember it if you are on top of the world, and when you are at your lowest. When you are happy, and when you are sad. Remember that He loves you always.<br />
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<b>Because sometimes it takes a broken heart for true love to seep in.</b><br />
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Sometimes failure gets the best of you, knocks you down, tells you that you will never be good enough. But don't believe it. Get back up and move on.<br />
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<b>You are strong enough. </b><br />
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<b>So, what are you waiting for?</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"There's an anchor that's pulling on my heart,<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"The dawn is fire bright<br />
against the city lights.<br />
The clouds are glowing now,<br />
the moon is blacking out, is blacking out."<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"If every building falls,<br />
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the one they can't take away."</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Song lyrics -</span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">1. "Beautiful World" - Tim Myers</span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">2. "Waking Life" - Schuyler Fisk</span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">3. "Your Love is a Song" - Switchfoot</span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">4. "Closer to Love" - Mat Kearney</span><br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">5. "Hold On" - TobyMac</span></div>
J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-50202774550050854162013-02-11T05:44:00.000-08:002013-02-11T05:46:27.809-08:00Learning.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Seventeen years is a long time. Having recently passed another milestone in my life, I have been mulling over the past years, my relationships with people, but mostly the ways I have grown and all the things I have learned. And the good thing is, it never stops. I am so blessed by the ability to constantly learn and apply the things I have learned, changing the way I view myself, the way I treat others, and ultimately the love I have for my Savior. <br />
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So here's to another year of:<br />
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Learning to spend more time outside, enjoying God's stunning creation.<br />
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Learning to really talk to people. Not just skin deep, trivial, small talk kinda stuff, but heartfelt conversations where you laugh, and cry, and love each other.<br />
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Learning to keep climbing towards my goals, to shoot for the moon and land on a star, to follow my dreams. And when the journey seems slow, pray and study the Scriptures to make sure my desires are aligned with God's word, and keep working, trusting God's will for my life.<br />
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Learning to spend more time with the people I love. (Preferably while eating food that I love. Like Thai Chicken Pizza. Just sayin')<br />
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Learning to stand out. and not be afraid about what people think of me. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And when you're wearing killer heels, everything is ok. Even when that guy is staring at you like you're insane. You're not.</td></tr>
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Learning to be silly. I think I have this one down pat. Life is short. <br />
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Learning to love fully and without restraint. It's one of those things we can't live without. And it's totally worth doing well. When you treat someone with love, you are doing them (and yourself) one of the best favors I can think of. Maybe they're hurting, or sad, or just having a bad day, but love can heal it all. </div>
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Learning to think positively. It really affects the way you act. <br />
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Learning to pray about everything. Learning to give God everything. All the honor, all the glory. He deserves it. I don't.<br />
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What are you learning?<br />
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<br />J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-15009701225876145522013-01-23T12:32:00.001-08:002013-01-23T12:33:24.191-08:00Why not try. . .. . .a fishtail pinned up into the milkmaid?<br />
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My favorite tutorial for the milkmaid can be found <a href="http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/05/swiss-miss/">here.</a></div>
<br />J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-74210192314497752982013-01-17T16:20:00.000-08:002013-01-17T16:20:33.347-08:00. . . his heart was filled with {love}. . .<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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"It was not for his own sin that the Father bruised the Son. It was because he wanted to show us mercy. He wanted to forgive and heal and save and rejoice over us with loud singing. But he is righteous. That means his heart was filled with a love for the infinite worth of his own glory. But we were sinners. And that means that our hearts were filled with God-belittling affections. So to save sinners, and at the same time magnify the worth of his glory, God lays our sin on Jesus and abandons him to the shame and slaughter of the cross." </div>
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And he took it on himself gladly, in order to save such wretched sinners as ourselves. There is much reason to rejoice, when we consider what has been done for us, and where we would be without it.</div>
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"This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it."</div>
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<br />J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-29979044674860341162013-01-02T06:32:00.001-08:002013-01-02T14:10:50.604-08:00Reminicing<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(This was supposed to be posted yesterday, and you know you love pretending. . . thanks a bunch!) </span><br />
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Yesterday the question in my five year journal was "What is your most cherished memory from the past year?" Thinking of this brought back so many lovely memories from the past year, (and some not so lovely ones,) that I had to share with you. So, here's to a wonderful new year, and I hope and pray that it will bring me closer to the ultimate prize in my walk with the Lord.<br />
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Not to mention the fact that it gave me an excuse to go through all our pictures again. . . </div>
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There were not very many pictures from January, because my grandfather passed away. We had seen changes in his life, and after speaking with a close friend of his who had been privately counseling him in spiritual matters, we are confident that he is with the Lord.</div>
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In February we took a girls trip to Charlotte with my best friend and her mom. Our birthdays are the 3rd and 4th, so we drove up, (got lost taking a "shortcut") and spent two days shopping, eating, laughing, visiting her family, and trying on killer heels and clothes we couldn't afford.<br />
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In May, we took a family trip to Virginia, visited Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, Jamestown, Monticello, Ashlawn Highland, and Polyface.<br />
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When we went to Williamsburg, I sewed a colonial outfit ensemble for myself. (Lesson learned - summer heat + corset, long dress, and jacket + walking around all day is not fun.) (Then again, having people ask directions and random questions is pretty neat. And there was a lady who asked for a picture with us. . .) Anyway, in July, our church had a Father-Daughter Colonial Banquet, so, thankfully I already had a dress. I tried to be period correct, but I ran out of time, and finished my corset with bobby pins. Shhh, don't tell!<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ah, August. I </span>received<span style="font-family: inherit;"> this letter from a dear friend after a small incident with a </span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">scared girl and a jack-in-the-box. Which led to a little blood and a small scar, hardly visible anymore. It was funny for me, and not so funny for the scared girl. I did suggest climbing trees to her once and later she fell and had a concussion, though. I guess we're pretty even, now.</span></span></div>
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We also went and rode rides at our county fair in August, which was too much fun not to mention.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I loved this ride. It was like a hamster ball that rolled around and switched directions very roughly. Lillian, on the other hand, did not care for it at all. In fact, I was rather afraid she would lose the contents of her stomach onto me, but thankfully we hadn't eaten our funnel cake and fried cheesecake yet.<br />
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Back in June, Lillian and I acted in a film produced by some friends of ours. Actually, we met them during auditions, but a week spent in pretty much one room with no air conditioning, lots of bright lights, and about 12 people either makes good friends, or mortal enemies. We're pretty much friends. The movie premiered in November, so we took some girlfriends up to see it with us, and spent the day shopping before the movie.<br />
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After the movie, we drove back to our house, had some other girls over, and watched Robin Hood until two in the morning. And then stayed up a little later (*cough, cough* 6am) talking. <br />
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Christmas has come and passed, as well as New Year's Eve, and now, on New Year's Day I have had the privilege of re-living the past year through pictures and precious memories. I hope very much that this year will be as amazing and inspiring as the last. <br />
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After eight miles up and down hills, Daddy informed us that his legs "felt like spaghetti noodles."J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-41545504583128861162012-12-24T09:14:00.000-08:002012-12-24T09:14:24.480-08:00Reality<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<br />J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-4713334723247860822012-11-29T12:01:00.000-08:002012-11-29T12:01:01.587-08:00A&ASorry it has been so long since I have posted! Things have been really busy around here, hopefully over Christmas break I'll be able to post more often. Thank you for being patient!<br />
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Awkward:<br />
- Missing your weekly blog post.<br />
- Not knowing what someone really thinks of you. Whether that funny look they gave you is just a funny look or if they are annoyed to death with you.<br />
- Getting song lyrics wrong, then when someone finally sets you straight, you feel really dumb for not understanding the first time.<br />
- Those unflattering pictures your five year old sister takes.<br />
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- Gelato. Nutella gelato.<br />
- Having a friend stay with you who helps clean your disaster of a room.<br />
- BBC's t.v. show Robin Hood with Jonas Armstrong and Richard Armitage.<br />
- Thanksgiving. Pumpkin pie, pound cake, chocolate chess pie, apple cake, lemon pie, lime pineapple salad . . . the list goes on and on.<br />
- Antique stores that never end. And hats. Beautiful, vintage hats with veils.<br />
- Chocolate Mint Mochas.<br />
- Finally getting to see the movie Lillian and I helped with / acted in this summer.<br />
- Chick-fil-a's Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshakes.<br />
- "Partying" until 2'oclock in the morning - Eight girls, Sparkling Lemonade, Parmesan popcorn, M&M's, watching. . . you guessed it. . . Robin Hood!!<br />
- My new iTouch 5! Got it in the mail this afternoon. Instagram here I come!<br />
- Christmas music. : )J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-25840445717653171272012-11-22T17:56:00.000-08:002012-11-22T17:56:04.206-08:00I ♥ Thursday {no. 3}Ah, Thanksgiving. It's here again, a day we visit with family and stuff our bellies. But so many times the real meaning of this day is overlooked in hustle and bustle of cooking, eating, cleaning, visiting and so on. Let us always remember to be grateful for what the Lord has blessed us with, not only on this day, but every other as well!<br />
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Pumpkin Pecan Streusel. Yummy!<br />
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Lillian and I were on Pinterest looking at little funnies like this, laughing together. It must have been a sort of chain reaction thing, because I ended up crying, and she was rolling around on the floor doing that laughing really hard but not making any noise thing. <br />
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I believe this was the straw that broke the camel's back. I love the contented little smile on his face. But oh, the disappointment when the waiter walks right past you with his tray of delicious food. Nooo!!!!!<br />
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Love these - with jeans and a brightly colored tee? Or with a cute skirt and denim jacket? Oh, the possibilities!<br />
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Oh. my. goodness. Spanikopita. Seriously, Greek food is AMAZING. Whether it's pastichio, or hummus and pita, or those little fried things dipped in honey. I love it. Go eat Greek food. . . and bring me some, too.<br />
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I am so sorry for missing Tuesday's post, but with all the business, it just had to be skipped. I will try not to do it again!<br />
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Linking up to <a href="http://www.bramblewoodfashion.com/" target="_blank">Bramblewood Fashion</a>. (don't even ask about the button thing)<br />
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Now that I think about it, it's probably just me. <br />
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But even though today isn't Thursday, I still love Thursdays, <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(and Pinterest)</span> so here are some lovelies!<br />
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Great color, curls and braid. Plus, her sweater is totally awesome.<br />
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Slouchy and comfortable, yet cute.<br />
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Not a big gold person, but lately I've loosened up a bit. Love this blue and the chevron design.<br />
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Even if they don't die, the noise of their fall will alert me, so that I can grab the steel bar I keep beside my bed. : ) I'm not paranoid.<br />
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Soba Noodles with Sweet Ginger Scallion Sauce. Yummy!!<br />
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I am in love with succulents. They're just so cute!<br />
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Simple White Cake + Colorful Pennant Banner<br />
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Those weirdos.<br />
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Yeah, it happened again, and this time it was raining , so I was not climbing out the window. Might I mention this never happens to me unless someone is working in our kitchen? This time it's the painter.<br />
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Ah, me.J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-418776977342424792012-11-14T12:20:00.001-08:002012-11-14T12:20:25.748-08:00Awkward and Awesome No. 2I know it isn't Tuesday, but thank you for being concerned for my sanity. I promise it was all typed up last night and ready to go, but we stayed out late last night and then talked even later. So my post is a little behind schedule, but you still love me right? :)<br />
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Awkward:<br />
- Looking around the kitchen for the one dish towel that you know is somewhere. . . only to discover it's sitting on your shoulder where you put it.<br />
- Realizing how disappointed and upset you get if your grapefruit is yellow, not pink. And it looked so pretty on the outside!<br />
- Four guys walking through the door right in the middle of your Zumba class. We stopped real quick.<br />
- Falling in the middle of the street, skinning both hands, both knees, your thigh, and ripping a hole in your jeans. I don't know what my problem is with falling.<br />
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Awesome:<br />
- Birthday parties for lovely friends!<br />
- Long phone conversations with a dear friend about random stuff, interspersed with lots of laughing.<br />
- A bunch of teenage girls running around screaming like banshees while playing tag.<br />
- Chocolate covered doughnuts with sprinkles from Krispy Kreme. I love sprinkles!!<br />
- Sipping homemade salted caramel hot chocolate on a rainy day. <br />
- Spending time with friends eating, talking and laughing late into the night.<br />
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Here's a little peek at our girl's book study. This week I made chocolate scones, served with coconut curd. Enjoy!</div>
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Loving this nail color, but mine doesn't look nearly as neat as hers. Story of my life.</div>
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Gorgeous idea for all the mason jars we have collected over the years. I always knew they would come in handy!<br />
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Lovely. Fishtails take a little longer than regular braids, but are so worth it!<br />
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I love Christmas. Sad thing is, Lillian won't let me listen to Christmas music until the day after Thanksgiving. Only 15 more days!!!!!<br />
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Oxfords + Glitter = Love<br />
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I used to map out escape routes when Mama left us home alone. I would sit Lillian down and say "OK Lil, if someone breaks in, here's what we're going to do. . ."<br />
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Salted caramel chocolate thumbprint coolies. I think I just died.<br />
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Library ladder in the kitchen? Oh yeah, baby.<br />
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Ending with a laugh - Poor Lizzie! (P&P has been on my mind. I think I'll go watch it. Again.)<br />
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Linking up to <a href="http://www.bramblewoodfashion.com/" target="_blank">Bramblewood Fashion</a> today! Thanks Ashley!<br />
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The ultimate comfort food, warming the soul (and stomach) since the beginning of time. </div>
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Okay, so maybe it hasn't been around for that long, but whoever first thought of this lovely combination is my hero. Mother is feeling a bit under the weather, so I went over the river and through the woods to Grandmother's house this morning to make soup. (Our oven is currently a work in progress, and I did not feel like making soup on our camp stove outside, thank you very much.) I didn't actually have a recipe, but I glanced over Pioneer Woman's "Chicken and Noodle Soup" for seasoning ideas.</div>
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1 tsp Turmeric*<br />
2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped<br />
2 Tbsp Fresh Sage, chopped<br />
2 Tbsp Fresh Rosemary, chopped<br />
1 Tbsp Dried Thyme (or 2 T fresh, I didn't have any)<br />
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In a large pot, saute onions and celery in olive oil until soft. Remove vegetables and add enough water to boil chicken. When water boils, turn heat down, add chicken and simmer until done, about 15-20 minutes. Be sure to check chicken for doneness before removing from water. When chicken is cooked, remove from water and add rice, covering pot. While rice is cooking, remove chicken from fat and bones. (You may need to strain your water before adding rice, sometimes little skin pieces come disconnected. Ew.) When rice is cooked, add carrots, chicken, turmeric, herbs, salt and pepper. Continue simmering until carrots are soft. Serve each bowl with a splash of half-n-half (if you're into that sort of thing) and a toasted slice of french bread. Prepare to love and be loved.<br />
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*Turmeric is an Indian spice used in curry and mustard, among other things. It has an interesting flavor, undesirable to most, (including myself,) but has a lovely rich color. It is for this orangey hue I added it to my soup, and thankfully you can't taste it. It has a wide variety of medicinal uses as well, especially for joint problems. My grandmother takes it regularly, and says it keeps her knee from hurting. A while back she attempted to convince me of its wonders, but after a few days of gagging and barely getting it down, I decided to take the pain of a swollen ankle over the nastiness of turmeric mixed in milk. </div>
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I have always loved Olivia's A&A posts over at <a href="http://freshmodesty.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Fresh Modesty</a>, but instead of posting on Thursday, I am going to do it on Tuesday. Thursdays I hope to link up to <a href="http://www.bramblewoodfashion.com/" target="_blank">Bramblewood Fashion's</a> "I <3 Thursday."<br />
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Awkward:<br />
- Tripping over your dog and falling flat on your face in the grass . . . and when your sister can finally stop laughing, she tells you it looked like a failed attempt of the caterpillar dance move.<br />
-When you get locked in the garage, so you knock on the door and the random guy working in your laundry room lets you in.<br />
- That moment when you get locked in the garage for a second time, and you are too embarrassed to have the worker-guy who is still in the laundry room let you in again, so you climb out the window with the neighbor watching from her front porch.<br />
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Awesome:<br />
- Mud squishing through your toes.<br />
- Meeting up with old friends you haven't seen in a long time and picking up right where you left off.<br />
- Sauteed onions. Yum!<br />
- Having a friend that brings you dinner in the middle of the week. For no special reason.<br />
- "Sleepovers" with your nineteen year old sister that consist of talking and giggling late into the night. (Lizzie and Jane's conversation under the quilt after the Meryton ball has always been one of my favorite P&P scenes because it reminds me so much of us.)<br />
- Beautiful leaves, crisp air, and the first bonfire of fall.<br />
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What has been Awkward/Awesome about your week?J Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10458417572594752745noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8753155896961403109.post-85442626054195123082012-11-02T18:23:00.000-07:002012-11-06T13:53:10.338-08:00Family Reunion<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="text-align: start;">This past weekend we all piled into "Old Bessie" and traveled down to rural South Carolina for a few days. After arriving at my great aunt and uncle's house, the festivities began. I don't know about anywhere else, but here in the south, family reunions consist of much talking, laughing, reminiscing, and LOTS of eating. Anywhere from oysters to 9 layer chocolate cakes to "hash" over rice. (Hash is a South Carolinian meat dish consisting of minced pork, mustard, spices, and other odd ingredients. Bleh.) So if you ever have the opportunity to go to a Southern FR, GO... unless you don't like food, then don't go. But enough said, here are some pictures from the trip - </span><br />
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After lunch Saturday, a few of us girls went on a "fall flower expedition." To make a long story short, we got trapped by water, had to drive backwards down a skinny, overgrown path, then got stuck in some mud, had to drive backwards down another skinny overgrown path, and I got all splattered with mud in the process. </div>
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I love the country.</div>
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But through it all, we collected some beautiful foliage and berries, and shared many good laughs.</div>
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For the first two days the skies were mostly cloudy, and gray, but the last day this was waiting for us outside the tent.</div>
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Thank you Aunt Mary and Uncle Derriel for opening your home to us and being such marvelous hosts!</div>
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