tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77262826251138978672024-03-13T15:19:42.783-05:00Life through my eyes...I am a Christian who loves life. I like those quiet times when I can just sit and listen, and I love a good book. I am very blessed, and ready to embrace all that God has for me.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.comBlogger252125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-68737923427701229422015-05-06T22:38:00.000-05:002015-05-06T22:38:30.417-05:00This is MY MoMeNt....I love the movie Annie. I grew up watching the old version at least once a night. I was obsessed. I know every line....every song....every gesture....that is my MOVIE!<br />
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So....imagine my pure joy when it was announced that the movie Annie would be remade into a more modern version. I had no shame singing my heart out with the other <strike>kids</strike> movie goers. It was amazing!!!! But, that's not really why I'm telling you this. <br />
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Tonight, whilst (I just love saying that) I was working on some stuff for PDG, I heard a small voice say that 'this IS my moment.' All of the things on my to do list, the "I'll feel better whens...," the "when this happens, I'll be able to do this or that..." NONE of that equates to the moment I am in right now! Isn't it neat how you can have something dropped in your spirit right in the middle of the most mundane tasks?!?<br />
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Sure, my moments will come and go. They will change and evolve, but nothing compares to the time I have been entrusted with right now!<br />
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I am notorious for looking towards the next moment. My organization skills are maddening....everything must be written down. I live and breathe by the lists that I make. I do not like surprises, and while I'm not unbending, I try to have as much planned as I can...because I WILL forget. The downside is that I am always looking towards the next thing. The next moment....and sometimes, I forget to enjoy and experience the moment that I am in right now!<br />
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So.....when I heard that small voice tonight, I was reminded of the scripture that says do not worry about tomorrow, for it will take care of itself....then....I burst into song! Yep, I sure did! Because that's how I roll!<br />
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And if you too would like to have a singalong, click on the video below! I promise you it won't disappoint! This, friends is our moment...it's the opportunity we've been given right now to do something with...<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-51367058752203090312015-04-21T13:31:00.000-05:002015-04-21T13:31:24.706-05:00Pink Defying GravityHi there!<br />
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After a year-long hiatus to regroup, restructure, and just catch my breath, we are back. And this time, I'm bringing more of you with me. Please take a moment to check out my new group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/947601845261724/" target="_blank">Pink Defying Gravity</a>, on Facebook.<br />
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But the thing is.....I have so much to say, yet nothing flows! So.....what's a girl to do??<br />
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I am really good at making lists.....so, that's what I'll do.....I'll make a bucket list for 2015! And I hope, one day soon...you can stop here with your cup of coffee....kick up your feet, and stay a while...but in the meantime...<br />
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1. Make it through an entire Pandora rotation without skipping songs.<br />
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2. Cook 10 different recipes from Pinterest....seriously, I have some awesome stuff pinned!<br />
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3. Go on a trip by myself...and not pick up my phone!!!!<br />
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4. Get over all of my 'its'....<br />
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5. Find that waistline from 12th grade....(OK...maybe not that exact one....but come pretty close)<br />
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6. Lie in a truck bed on a summer night, and chat it up with him (I will always be a hopeless romantic)<br />
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7. Promote to Triple Diamond!<br />
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8. Pay off the last of my consumer debt with the exception of my dang student loans!<br />
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9. Be more present. Slow down. Live in the moment. Take it all in. Listen more!<br />
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10. Go to Taste of Texas Restaurant....how have I lived in Houston all this time, and haven't gone yet?!<br />
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11. Get my gun license...<br />
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12. Really try to see everyone the way God sees them....not just the ones I like, and not just the ones that don't get on my nerves...Love folks....afterall, it is what the world needs now...#cheeseball<br />
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13. Be open....open heart, open arms, just let Jesus do His thing in my life, and chill the heck out!<br />
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14. Blog more! And be real on the blog, (not that I'm ever fake), I just let the fact that folks are up to no good stop me from doing it more often and freely...but I can't control that now can I.....and folks out there need to hear what I have to say (or do they....over analyzing....this is ALL the time....and could probably be a blog post).<br />
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15. Be a better Jarvis! And wear shorts! (I hate my thighs <<< add finding those HS thighs to #5 too!!)<br />
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I have loved this little activity....I'm going to print this list, and report back hopefully, having accomplished most or all of them!<br />
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Peace...all over the world.....seriously! <>< ~J<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-12141389195512102172014-11-22T16:14:00.001-06:002014-11-22T16:19:48.813-06:0034...<div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I just looked at the date of my last post, and it was almost a month ago. </span></div><div><br></div><div>Let's see what has transpired during that time. I've turned 34...celebrated with friends on amazing life milestones...fallen in love with pomegranates...resisted the urge to play Christmas music until I have a slice of turkey on the actual day of thanks....<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">already celebrated Thanksgiving...taught Chunk's how to say how old he is....finally gave in to Coco and cut her ponytail....and I think the crowning moment would have to be I've really accepted where I am in my life, and those I'm doing life with. People come...they go...the special ones hang around for a while, and life still has a way of being the same but different. </span></div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPICPmXiOFaz_32tmXPgoLsePYHFoXVeBaQKgxMCKuJyvennTJ0SinpYT3gB-VMRKYSiTasdv0EwDxyX_p-P785o9CLuhTljA5EnJP0F02L5b-ujTmS4aMQC8hSVuZuMoWGsAk0SHyCWK5/s640/blogger-image-135239669.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPICPmXiOFaz_32tmXPgoLsePYHFoXVeBaQKgxMCKuJyvennTJ0SinpYT3gB-VMRKYSiTasdv0EwDxyX_p-P785o9CLuhTljA5EnJP0F02L5b-ujTmS4aMQC8hSVuZuMoWGsAk0SHyCWK5/s640/blogger-image-135239669.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuEvFO4WBEz2dTibpdhQAL67ugFoqN1QOwC2gpIe4YTw63phZA1w5fVdKVyDbDmYcYwEFcVoW5WPHiNg0HMkCA7OMEctHyC_4ZuHn-YeMzT8iJMoooD6rIf222lr-ocxcl_QhOjHmZ7PmK/s640/blogger-image-1553379500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuEvFO4WBEz2dTibpdhQAL67ugFoqN1QOwC2gpIe4YTw63phZA1w5fVdKVyDbDmYcYwEFcVoW5WPHiNg0HMkCA7OMEctHyC_4ZuHn-YeMzT8iJMoooD6rIf222lr-ocxcl_QhOjHmZ7PmK/s640/blogger-image-1553379500.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div><div>My prayer has really been that I do not miss the specialness of each day....OR, as I heard it so quaintly put...don't wish for the sunset while watching it rise. </div><div><br></div><div>So...that's what's up on this end. Still pausing. Not moving. Being still. Being quiet. Trying so very hard to not miss the beauty in the little things...and trying even harder to not whine too much...lol. </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time... <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-58211281851417576172014-10-26T21:58:00.001-05:002014-10-26T21:58:36.652-05:00Holy PauseSo...I have pulled this page up numerous times, wanting to share an update, what I have found funny, what I'm learning in my Bible study and quiet time, and all that jazz, but nothing comes to me when I try to write. NOTHING.<br />
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Writing comes very naturally for me. It is my preferred method of communication. It's where I am uninhibited, free, transparent, and it's the only way that I can keep up with my rapid moving thoughts. I don't necessarily write for anyone to read this...in fact, if you read this, we don't have to talk about it. I just know that I have read some amazing blogs, and perhaps someone, somewhere can pick one or two things from my blog, and you know....contribute to world peace! <br />
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But anywho, the other day, I read something, and it resonated with me completely. You can read the article here: <a href="http://proverbs31.org/devotions/devo/why-i-quit-depending-on-my-own-plans/">http://proverbs31.org/devotions/devo/why-i-quit-depending-on-my-own-plans/</a><br />
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I feel like I can do 1000 things, but don't have the 'release' to do any of them. I feel like the Holy Spirit has shut down every bright idea that I have tried to come up with. Things that I know God gave me to do originally, but in this season....I have to be still. And that friends is hard for me. I like to get things done, contribute, tirelessly serve, but in this season, all I can do is work...but the most important thing I can do during this time, what I've been called to do if you will is get in the word.<br />
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And enjoy this holy pause.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-22222224102606828882014-10-01T20:28:00.000-05:002014-10-01T20:28:36.588-05:0090 Day Biggest Loser Contest Day 1<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;">Happy October 1st!! It's been forever since I've last posted, and I'm back with a fun personal </span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, lucida grande, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;">challenge! </span></span><br />
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I have had this feeling all week, and I can't shake it. I have no rhyme or reason to feel this way. My quiet time is still riddled with unanswered prayers, but this time it just feels different. Something.is.coming!<br />
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I read the final sessions of my <a href="http://jarvisnoelle.blogspot.com/2014/01/2014.html" target="_blank">James</a> bible study this week.....I started January 1st, but when I cracked open that book for the first time, I knew that I would take my time. I would really meditate on the lessons, and if I knew I wasn't in a place to really inhale and ingest the lessons, I wouldn't force the issue. You can do that when you are studying alone. I loved every bit of it. Every in your face, uncomfortable, love for the poor, love for the weak, love for the sinner, examine your heart, examine your motives minute of it.<br />
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However, about the last couple of lessons in James, I could feel God asking me what I would do next. Which lesson I would embark upon....what I would slough off of myself for the next ...6 months....ha!<br />
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I started feeling like getting my house in order...cleaning out closets, drawers, organizing, really taking a good look at my finances, and cutting off the fat, saving more (seriously, who am I), and just getting free.....<br />
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So I set out to find the perfect bible study for me. But more importantly, I asked God to show me what He wanted me to do. And in true Saviour fashion...He did not disappoint. <br />
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I've never really had a scripture that I lived by, read all of the time, have everywhere in my home, but in late 2013, God started showing me that everything that I thought I had lost, He would give it back to me. It was in my dreams, thoughts, the theme of most scriptures I read...it was a real word that I needed, and still need.<br />
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<span class="text Isa-61-1" id="en-NIV-18845">The Year of the <span class="small-caps" style="font-variant: small-caps;">Lord</span>’s Favor</span></h3>
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<span class="chapter-2" style="background-color: white;"><span class="text Isa-61-1" style="position: relative;">The Spirit<span class="crossreference" style="font-size: 0.65em; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-18845A" title="See cross-reference A">A</a>)"></span> of the Sovereign <span class="small-caps" style="font-variant: small-caps;">Lord</span><span class="crossreference" style="font-size: 0.65em; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-18845B" title="See cross-reference B">B</a>)"></span> is on me,</span></span></div>
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<span class="indent-1" style="background-color: white;"><span class="indent-1-breaks" style="font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.42em; line-height: 0;"> </span><span class="text Isa-61-1" style="position: relative;">to proclaim good news<span class="crossreference" style="font-size: 0.65em; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-18845D" title="See cross-reference D">D</a>)"></span> to the poor.<span class="crossreference" style="font-size: 0.65em; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-18845E" title="See cross-reference E">E</a>)"></span></span></span></div>
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<span class="text Isa-61-1" style="background-color: white; position: relative;">He has sent me to bind up<span class="crossreference" style="font-size: 0.65em; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(<a href="#cen-NIV-18845F" title="See cross-reference F">F</a>)"></span> the brokenhearted,</span></div>
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<span class="indent-1" style="background-color: white;"><span class="indent-1-breaks" style="font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.42em; line-height: 0;"> </span><span class="text Isa-61-1" style="position: relative;">and release from darkness for the prisoners,<span class="footnote" style="font-size: 0.65em; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="[<a href="#fen-NIV-18845a" title="See footnote a">a</a>]">[<a href="http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%2061:1-3#fen-NIV-18845a" style="color: #b37162; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: top;" title="See footnote a">a</a>]</span></span></span></div>
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Little did I know that Beth Moore has an entire study on those very precious verses to me, Breaking Free. I am so happy, and so excited to see what God will do through me as a result of what I learn. So happy to get rid of some baggage, junk, mess, stuff, just ugh! I can't wait to get rid of it!!!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-89942108527557918712014-06-09T22:09:00.001-05:002014-06-09T22:09:39.416-05:00He Loves Us...Sometimes I forget that God really cares about the things I care about. Today, He went out of His way to speak to this ole heart of mine. <div><br></div><div>He spoke clearly, gently, and with timing that even had me wondering if I had picked up the phone and actually used one of my lifelines. </div><div><br></div><div>Then, I happened across a Facebook post tonight that a couple whom I've never met is expecting twins after years and years of infertility and failed adoptions. Isaiah 61:7....</div><div><br></div><div>Double for your trouble and shame. That's what He promises. My heart is encouraged. I know that my story will blow me away, and I can't wait to be a part of it. </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-25082912869791750852014-04-09T13:45:00.002-05:002014-04-09T13:45:24.151-05:00Life Lately...I love pictures....I love seeing what people deem necessary to freeze in time with the click of button....<br />
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I did my second <a href="http://rross.jamberrynails.net/" target="_blank">Jamberry</a> manicure with my loot I earned from the party I hosted. It was SO much easier with the heater. And I LOVE how they came out....I'll just get better with time!</div>
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Sweet Coco after her last grooming session.....I just love this dog!!!<br />
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Have you ever heard of these? They're called Curlformers. And they do just that- form a curl. I got the knock off brand from Amazon called Vakind, but I watched a video that compared the original brand to the knock off brand, and felt confident in purchasing. LOVED the way my hair turned out, HATED the night's sleep.....it was uncomfortable to say the least. I'm going to have to figure out another plan on doing my hair with these.<br />
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Seriously the BEST snack ever. Gluten free, and the ingredients are only Apples and Cinnamon! So good...sweet with a touch of tart! You can find these at Wal-Mart!<br />
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So...what have you been up to?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-83470122305733138852014-03-31T22:28:00.001-05:002014-04-01T12:15:45.543-05:00Just one touch...I remember as a child, watching everyone go to the altar at the end of the church service. I wish I could say that it moved me to tears, and that I 'got it' from the very beginning, but that's not the truth.<br />
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I imagine how nervous they are...heart beating outside of their chests, feet shackled to the floor by sin, pain, and fear...battling the lies satan is whispering in their ears, {you'll never change, God doesn't love you, who do you think you are} but then...it happens...a small move toward the aisle, and before you know it, a friend takes their hand and walks with them on the greatest journey one can ever take. It moves me to tears every single time. </div>
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Because all it takes is just a single touch. One touch from the creator of heaven and earth, and a lifetime of struggle, hurts, and disappointments are washed away. Can you imagine that...?</div>
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I've been seeing a ton of posts about friends and family members who have recently accepted Christ, and no matter how rushed I think I am...I say a prayer for them. That God would protect them, strengthen their heart, and they will never return to their old 'wine skins' again. </div>
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I, like many of you are praying for people to stop running, and to surrender. And my heart is encouraged every single time I hear of the 'one' coming back home. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-15154313325353686032014-03-25T13:31:00.000-05:002014-03-25T13:39:35.383-05:00BRAVE!Pink Defying Gravity, Inc.'s next conference is themed BRAVE....and I want to know from a woman's perspective....what makes YOU BRAVE?<br />
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Thank you for helping me with my research for the opening session...<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-23003206447766144622014-03-21T14:14:00.001-05:002014-03-21T14:14:48.034-05:00These are my confessions...I'm linking up with <a href="http://www.blondeambitionblog.com/2014/03/confessional-friday.html" target="_blank">A Blonde Ambition</a> today and participating in her Confessional Friday blog link up.<br />
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So...here goes nothing!<br />
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1. I have a nagging bad habit of counting things....especially in sets of 3....it drives me nuts, but I can't help myself!<br />
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2. I've become a little obsessed with YouTube lately. There is a video for EVERYTHING...wanna know how to apply masacara, YouTube it...I mean everything under the sun. I think I'm in the very beginning stages of having my own YouTube channel one day. You'll be able to say you knew me when...lol!<br />
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3. I am obsessed with my dog. I love her. I'm not a huge fan of other dogs though...just mine! <br />
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Things are all gravy over here, and I have some awesome pics to share with you of my hair journey to natural hair thus far. This post is a review post of sorts. Recently, I have been trying different products to help with certain areas regarding my Hair, Skin, and a fun new twist on cute Nails!</div>
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It has taken everything in me to not cut my ends, but I wanted to see the growth after another week or so on the HSN. Needless to say, I have been blown away! If it weren't my own head, I really wouldn't believe it.</div>
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Another thing I did this weekend was try a new product for my skin. I have ALWAYS had stubborn clogged pores along the bottom of my chin, and on my right cheek near my nose, and NOTHING, I mean nothing has ever worked. </div>
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I have tried numerous masks, oil cleansing, everything...and to no avail. Until I ran across this product on Pinterest.</div>
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Now, this is a fun part! My long time friend Rebecca Ross just started a new, fun venture as a Jamberry Nails Consultant. This product is made in the USA, free of all the things nail polish and the like brings, and comes in over 350 fun wraps for your nails and toes. There's even a Juniors line. </div>
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The possibilities and combinations are endless, and you can check out my online party by clicking this link:</div>
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Check them out...you won't be sorry! </div>
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This SB is super low key. I'll be traveling to Killeen/Cove tomorrow for a One Team One Mission which is a presentation my amazing company puts on. I am so excited about that. Network marketing has changed my life. If you have not truly done any research on legitimate network marketing companies, and if you desire to create wealth for generations to come…..may I suggest a couple of books for you to check out. These are in no particular order, but amazing books of the field. <br />
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But enough about that….I wanted to talk to you about something my church is doing. We are opening a new campus in Katy, and are just in a major phase of REBUILD…which is actually our 'theme' of this year if you will. <br />
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This made me so happy because around the end of October, beginning of November 2013, God kept giving me the word RESTORATION…(read: Psalm 90:15, Isaiah 61), so I was excited to learn more about the story of Nehemiah, and his work on the wall, and just the faith that he showed during that time when he was doubted publicly.<br />
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Finally, I am going natural with my hair! I have begun the transitioning process, and my goal is to not do a big chop! Mostly because my hair is no lie, the longest it has ever been, and I have a decent texture of hair, and there's no need to chop it all off. I have healthy relaxed hair. I am transitioning because in case you haven't noticed, I am pretty much all natural anything I can be, and also, I think it will be cute…lol…don't judge me! </div>
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Like most things I do, I am all over studying the best way to transition, the best products, the best hair vitamins, and the best regimen…I am so excited! We have a great store in Houston called Tendrils and Curls, and I visited her and she was able to point me in the direction on a couple of products. Other than that, I have just watched a zillion YouTube videos. </div>
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I have not posted in a while, and I've been up to some pretty awesome things. I HATE how long it takes to upload pics from my phone to my computer for blog posts, so I got the awesome idea to load them on my blogger app, then add text later....Aren't I so cool?!? So, sorry if my pics are out of wack, but at least they're here!</div>
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Earlier that day, I was in Waco, and went to lunch at my FAVORITE place of all time....Amelia's. which is now Sironia Cafe'. Sooooo good, and I could drink the poppyseed dressing....sooo good!<br />
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A couple of weekends before that, my company had our annual conference, Freedom Conference! Here I am with my team member Crystal, and our Ambassador Diamond leader Ashley Sinclair. #8 money earner in our company. <br />
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Here we are with our Double Diamond leader, and my friend who introduced me to the biz, Beth, along with my team members Cyrstal and Vanessa! <br />
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My sweet baby boy!!! Love him so! He is such a joy!!!<br />
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Well! That's my past couple of weeks! Life is crazy, fun, and has days where I'm asking God a million questions, but as long as I keep my eyes on Him, it's all GOOD! Later gators! <><Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-65587097027587901572014-01-30T15:01:00.003-06:002014-01-30T15:01:46.402-06:001.30Hey, hey, hey!!! In my last post, I mentioned that I had started two posts, but didn't finish them. I wondered why that was (to myself of course), and then I realized that it was OK. I have given up cable during this season, so Jesus and I have had some amazing time together. And I think from that time, came a quietness in my spirit, because He is moving. <br />
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I asked God to show me the beauty in my greatest fears yesterday, and I cannot wait for Him to reveal that to me....do you understand what I'm asking? I want Him to show me Himself in my fears. Because it is only when that happens, that I will be able to get over them and myself, and have true freedom. And freedom is where I want to live!<br />
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One of the things that rings in my mind all of the time since I began reading the book may seem trivial and like duh to you. But, I can easily fall into the trap of telling myself lies, and allowing myself to believe them. I'm not an outwardly negative person, but when it comes to me, my life, and my view of how I'm living it, I can be super critical of myself. In fact, if you're ever in my presence, and are wondering what I'm thinking about you....chances are not a darn thing...because of the inner conversation I'm having with myself about myself. <br />
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I've come to realize that this tactic is from the enemy, and quite frankly, it gets me every.single.time. So today, I took out a legal pad, and wrote down every lie that the enemy was leading me to believe about myself, prayers I had prayed, and things I desired. I'm telling you, when I looked down and saw these things on paper, they were laughable. I dare you to do it. Especially if your struggle is the mind.<br />
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While I haven't seen much restoration yet, I am faithful. My faith is strong. I know what it's like to pray and worry, and I choose to never venture that way again. As I said goodbye to 2013, and hello to 2014 last night at church, Pastor J spoke on REBUILDING from the book of Nehemiah, which is where our first sermon series will come from. What joy my little heart felt to know that what was on my heart was also on God's. (As if He didn't give me the word to begin with).<br />
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I have spent so many years trying to juggle what I know God was calling me to do, and pleasing others, wondering if <i>they</i> approved of my actions. But it doesn't matter to me anymore. The only thing that matters to me is that I have a heart and life that pleases God. That my steps are ordered by Him. That souls come to know Him because I was obedient, and not playing it safe. Even as I type these words, I know that there will be some things that happen, and people will judge me; sadly those that are the closest to me, but I have trusted that the Lord will perfect that which concerns me, and that is more than enough for me.<br />
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I love quiet times, and I love a good bible study to accompany my quiet times. It's no secret that James is my favorite book in the Bible, and Beth Moore has a study on James! So, guess what I'm starting 2014 off with…..yep! JAMES!!!! So excited! Oh, and not to mention that it was time for a new journal….fresh starts all the way around! I love it!!! I have a little nook in my bedroom that I have made special just for my quiet times…I'm so proud of it. I'll post more pictures when it's just right! I can't wait to plaster the walls with scriptures….yes yes YES!!!<br />
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I'll be honest. I didn't expect much at all…you know the saying, the older you get, your list gets smaller, and you really focus on what's important, BUT, I got some pretty amazing gifts, and I'm very grateful!<br />
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I've been <strike>praying</strike> whining about some things to God over and over…I'm sure He's super sick of hearing me, but in the event that I must embody the persistent widow, I didn't want to take any chances…lol!<br />
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Merry, merry Christmas friends…I hope this day was filled with love and peace amongst you and your family! <br />
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You give me grace to do Your will</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-59979855628137698652013-12-18T11:55:00.000-06:002013-12-18T11:55:08.009-06:00It's all about HIM...<div align="left" style="text-align: center;">
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I find myself humming these lyrics all day. I can't get enough of Him!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-86227778760153045792013-12-02T15:32:00.001-06:002013-12-02T15:32:55.232-06:00Velveeta and Coconut Candies...My Thanksgiving was great! I got a ton of rest, and spent it with family at the farm, so no complaints from me! <div>
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However, when I came back home, I really was not in a good mood. Coco was at a slumber party....yes, you read that correctly, so I was 'in my feelings,' as they say. I went to church, and the Word was right on time, but sometimes, you can still allow negativity to force its way in...even though you know better.....and last night...I threw a fit. I mean, I let God know how I really felt, and when it was over can you believe I felt better. Now, I'm not crazy, and I don't go around disrepecting God, but I just let it all hang out. I told Him how I truly felt...just busted and disgusted...I think maybe I can be this real with God all of the time (as if He doesn't already know.)</div>
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So....today, I was talking to a lady while working, and she was just sharing different things with me. She had no idea how God was using her in that moment. She had NO idea that her sharing about little things (Velveeta and Coconut Candies), that God has done to show her He cares was ministering to this little old heart of mine! As she was talking, I had to contain myself because I just KNEW that in that moment, this was MY little thing from God to show me that He cares...and that it is all going to work out!</div>
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He loves us, OH how He loves us...Oh how He loves....do you know that song???</div>
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Needless to say, I've got a new attitude...ha!</div>
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Have a great day! Two more Mondays until Christmas!!!!!!! The MOST wonderful time of the year!!!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07766330326698691028noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7726282625113897867.post-81939253782194639962013-11-22T15:13:00.003-06:002013-11-22T15:58:19.802-06:00RaNDomNeSsI believe that just about every one of us knows how powerful our prayers can be. I remember in high school, and in early college, I did NOT know how to pray. They were more awkward, choppy monologues that I stumbled through. I'm certain God still heard them, and honored them, but I'm sure He was glad when I got better...lol!<br />
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Today, I pray all of the time...sometimes it's just a quick three word prayer, sometimes, I write them down most of the time. I am way more eloquent with a pen and paper, or keyboard than I am speaking. And it's not that I'm trying to sound smart, and important...I just flow better when I'm writing.<br />
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In my college campus ministry, Lori shared with us a way to memorize scripture. It was an incredible tool that we used during discipleship meetings and such to hide God's word in our hearts. That was back in the day when you had way more hard copies of things than electronic copies, and I lost my master copy in my move from Waco to Houston. <br />
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Well, at dinner the other night, I asked Lori if she had a copy, and she told me who created it. I did a quick Google search, and voila...it popped up! This is hands down, the BEST way to really commit to memory.<br />
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Here is a link to the Thomas Frost method of scripture memorization:<br />
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<a href="http://riverhillsonline.org/file.php/1/documents/Ministry_Documents/Memory%20Verses_All_v2.pdf">http://riverhillsonline.org/file.php/1/documents/Ministry_Documents/Memory%20Verses_All_v2.pdf</a><br />
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I know I haven't written in a couple of days...I've started a couple of different posts, and just didn't feel 'it' to publish them. Since we've last spoken, I've turned 33! Seriously y'all, I can CLEARLY remember when my Mom turned 33!!! I think I may have been in a funk...nothing major...nothing going on, just getting antsy...I feel like I am in a life rut. I go to work, hang out with friends, love on Coco, worship, sleep, repeat. <br />
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There are not many times that I am without passion...that <em>something</em> doesn't have my attention...does that make sense? Well, I am lacking passion. I find it rather ironic...I am closer to Jesus now probably more than I have ever been, I spend more time in the word than ever, and I'm yet there's something that I can't shake that causes me to not feel at rest. And I'm still not sure that these words are the best to describe it. But that's the best I can do! HA! (Speaking of irony...one of my kiddos asked me what irony meant, and I sang the line from Alanis Morrisett's song....needless to say, the connection was LOST). LOL...these kids don't know good music!<br />
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I've been listening to this song today, because it kind of sums up what I'm feeling....that even though it's quiet, yet chaotic, still, and at the same time stormy, there is still 'None but Jesus.' I sure do love Him.<br />
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In the quiet<br />
In the stillness<br />
I know that You are God<br />
In the secret of Your presence<br />
I know there I am restored<br />
When You call I won't refuse<br />
Each new day again I'll choose<br />
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There is no one else for me<br />
None but Jesus<br />
Crucified to set me free<br />
Now I live to bring Him praise<br />
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In the chaos in confusion<br />
I know You're sovereign still<br />
In the moment of my weakness<br />
You give me grace to do Your will<br />
When You call I won't delay<br />
This my song through all my days<br />
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All my delight is in You Lord<br />
All of my hope<br />
All of my strength<br />
All my delight is in You Lord<br />
Forever more</div>
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