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In Love, Prayers, and Line Dancing.....
you know they rock...especially when they actually plan on going line dancing later :D Made me smile.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
me.
imperfection resides
love empowers
crying heals
and laughter renews
within me.
forgiveness overwhelms
memories ebb and flow
hope forges a new path
dreams come alive
within me.
A faithful friend
a wounded soldier of love
the warrior for your heart
a fierce protector
within me
good intentions
unraveled emotions
a hidden soul
uncharted frontiers
within me
faith leaps
prayer bounds
inspirations soars
simply me
within me.
love empowers
crying heals
and laughter renews
within me.
forgiveness overwhelms
memories ebb and flow
hope forges a new path
dreams come alive
within me.
A faithful friend
a wounded soldier of love
the warrior for your heart
a fierce protector
within me
good intentions
unraveled emotions
a hidden soul
uncharted frontiers
within me
faith leaps
prayer bounds
inspirations soars
simply me
within me.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
My Weekly "Dan In Real Life " Moment...
I love that movie. I know a lot of people that love that movie too! But I always ask myself...how many families REALLY get together like that and...put on skits, do a work out all together, play football in the yard and have tender moments in the random sequence. For me, it IS one of the reasons that make that movie endearing...I hope and pray most families can identify with at least on particular aspect of that movie in some way or another.
My weekly dose (outside my own fam of course) comes every Sunday morning. They are always out there, no matter what the weather...this family (that I don't know) and their weekly game of touch football. They are out there in the drizzle, snow and sun playing. The smallest of children cheer from the pulled down tailgates and the rest of em are out there gettin' it done. It's just fun to see a family/friends getting together to PLAY. No video games, movies or cell phones involved...good ol' fashion outdoor stuff.
So, one of these days I am going to get up the nerve to just stop and ask if I can photograph their game...wouldn't that be fun!?!?!
Gotta catch my "dan in real life" moment in action :D
My weekly dose (outside my own fam of course) comes every Sunday morning. They are always out there, no matter what the weather...this family (that I don't know) and their weekly game of touch football. They are out there in the drizzle, snow and sun playing. The smallest of children cheer from the pulled down tailgates and the rest of em are out there gettin' it done. It's just fun to see a family/friends getting together to PLAY. No video games, movies or cell phones involved...good ol' fashion outdoor stuff.
So, one of these days I am going to get up the nerve to just stop and ask if I can photograph their game...wouldn't that be fun!?!?!
Gotta catch my "dan in real life" moment in action :D
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
on the couch...
hmmm, ok so I didn't PLAN to spend my day on the couch, but that is where I am. Don't ask me how I hurt my back..but oh boy did I ever. So, with limited movement...i have been forced to fore-go the daily duties that usually beg my attention. Therefore the blessing in disguise is how much I can get done just sitting here.
For one, I already started working toward next week's deadline...that deserves a woot woot!! Edited a few pictures and worked on a few writing pieces.
I actually talked on the phone (thanks kristin!!) and just kinda have some time to hang out with my littlest man and watch a movie. I admit it's hard to sit still, but at the same time...not much i can do about it so I am enjoying some things I usually don't sit still to enjoy.
Painted toenails (for no other reason than because I can)
The beginning of a new novel
mindless channel flipping
guilt-free couch sitting
extra quiet time devos!
a few more children's books
blog stalking
sketched a few marketing ideas
ignoring laundry
ignoring dishes
extra snuggle time
just a few things while I sit here :)
For one, I already started working toward next week's deadline...that deserves a woot woot!! Edited a few pictures and worked on a few writing pieces.
I actually talked on the phone (thanks kristin!!) and just kinda have some time to hang out with my littlest man and watch a movie. I admit it's hard to sit still, but at the same time...not much i can do about it so I am enjoying some things I usually don't sit still to enjoy.
Painted toenails (for no other reason than because I can)
The beginning of a new novel
mindless channel flipping
guilt-free couch sitting
extra quiet time devos!
a few more children's books
blog stalking
sketched a few marketing ideas
ignoring laundry
ignoring dishes
extra snuggle time
just a few things while I sit here :)
Friday, January 21, 2011
a lil before and after
It's what happens when I get snowed in. I dedicate one wall to J$ (pronounced Jay-money) just in case. Let's just go back to the original name shall we? And, the room is not done, but it was a start :)The colors were a little hard to come up with, oh well. They are on there now!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Resolution or Revolution
I have a like/hate relationship with the whole New-Year's-resolution...gonna-set-big goals-for myself-in-the-new-year..type of thing. Like a guy in our Bible Study said... "New Year's resolution? Big woop. When you actually DO IT, then that's something to blog about." ha! Perhaps slightly cynical...but kinda true. Maybe we should set an End of the Year Revolution...looking back and saying..yup..mission accomplished.
I understand the concept...and though for the most part I try to be positive...resolutions leave me feeling "eh." Maybe it's because once I set out to do something, I aim to finish it or else it drives me crazy...there are negatives to that as well. SO I have a harder time with people who SAY they will do something...then don't. :) Though I have been guilty of such myself!
And seeing as how I am rambling... one common resolution is to lose weight. Oddly enough I received a trial magazine in the mail and it is one I would never choose to read or buy, but an article caught my eye about a woman who lost 150 pounds.
YIKES! But she was patient and diligent and she did it. She highlighted a few concepts that I thought were humorous but probably pretty effective.
SO!! For those of you who are poised to lose a few pounds this year... these were a few of her concepts:
1. Eat with chopsticks. (Ya gotta eat slower!)
2. Not every meal has to be a feast for the taste buds. Food is fuel...treat it as such.
3. If you mess up, don't vow to do better next week, vow to do better with the very next meal!!
4. You just gotta do it. People overcome trials every day. Get your butt off the couch and just do it. Mind over matter 90% of the time.
5. You are not a saint. If you are out with the girls, well enjoy a drink, enjoy a small dessert, but ladies...a banana split sundae followed by 2 glasses of wine and bread rolls with dinner...is not a treat. It's derailment!
6. Set a goal to run in a 5k ( erika i can hear your applause). or walk it! Pick a program (so many are out there - but for the ambitious i say p90x or Insanity) and for goodness sake..STOP WEIGHING YOURSELF! Pick a pair of pants ya wanna fit in and aim to try them on at the end of every month!
Ok, I think I'm done ;) and for those thinking and praying about the goals I shared with you ;) Here's to revolution baby!
I understand the concept...and though for the most part I try to be positive...resolutions leave me feeling "eh." Maybe it's because once I set out to do something, I aim to finish it or else it drives me crazy...there are negatives to that as well. SO I have a harder time with people who SAY they will do something...then don't. :) Though I have been guilty of such myself!
And seeing as how I am rambling... one common resolution is to lose weight. Oddly enough I received a trial magazine in the mail and it is one I would never choose to read or buy, but an article caught my eye about a woman who lost 150 pounds.
YIKES! But she was patient and diligent and she did it. She highlighted a few concepts that I thought were humorous but probably pretty effective.
SO!! For those of you who are poised to lose a few pounds this year... these were a few of her concepts:
1. Eat with chopsticks. (Ya gotta eat slower!)
2. Not every meal has to be a feast for the taste buds. Food is fuel...treat it as such.
3. If you mess up, don't vow to do better next week, vow to do better with the very next meal!!
4. You just gotta do it. People overcome trials every day. Get your butt off the couch and just do it. Mind over matter 90% of the time.
5. You are not a saint. If you are out with the girls, well enjoy a drink, enjoy a small dessert, but ladies...a banana split sundae followed by 2 glasses of wine and bread rolls with dinner...is not a treat. It's derailment!
6. Set a goal to run in a 5k ( erika i can hear your applause). or walk it! Pick a program (so many are out there - but for the ambitious i say p90x or Insanity) and for goodness sake..STOP WEIGHING YOURSELF! Pick a pair of pants ya wanna fit in and aim to try them on at the end of every month!
Ok, I think I'm done ;) and for those thinking and praying about the goals I shared with you ;) Here's to revolution baby!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
So many things!!
So many things on my mind and so many projects underway I can scarcely keep up with myself. I have unleashed on a few people and they know my objectives, my goals and my excitement for some things I am jumping into...
However, the other day I was by myself and I had a chance to just drive and take pictures. It was nice, relaxing and I took my time. I realize I am not alone very often. Between family, friends, children, work, church and school...there are very few moments alone. I have come to love those moments though. I used to think if I was alone I was missing out on something as if everyone else was out there doing something and with someone and I was missing out. I don't think that anymore. Obviously, I can't do everything all the time (though I still might try). There is something replenishing, thought provoking and creative-inducing about that time...by myself!
However, the other day I was by myself and I had a chance to just drive and take pictures. It was nice, relaxing and I took my time. I realize I am not alone very often. Between family, friends, children, work, church and school...there are very few moments alone. I have come to love those moments though. I used to think if I was alone I was missing out on something as if everyone else was out there doing something and with someone and I was missing out. I don't think that anymore. Obviously, I can't do everything all the time (though I still might try). There is something replenishing, thought provoking and creative-inducing about that time...by myself!
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