Reorganizing, Refreshing, & Replacing

organized Closet- I have vowed to wear EVERYTHING in here.... and what I do not wear, I will get rid of in 12 months. You will be getting photo documentation of my clothes from this day forward. :)
How will I know if I've worn it?: I turned the hangers backward on the rods, in order to keep track of what I have worn. I turn them around after I hang them back up when they have been worn.



Walker, Texas Ranger is getting BIGGER AND BIGGER each minute, it seems. Hes sleeping in the mornings a lot because he is NOT sleeping well at night... trust me. ;o)



My glasses broke in half: as much as I am enjoying the harry potter look; I am NOT enjoying my glasses melting off of my nose while im driving. I will be getting new eyes shortly. :o)


I leave you with my inspiration for the day:

Colossians 3:13-14 (New Living Translation)

13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. 14 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.

Living & Loving Much while Laughing often

Walking in Love

First of all, I know I've been out of commission on the creative stuff for a while. I had a family member pass away earlier this month and have been with family in the southeast. I was doing my morning meditation today and just had to blog. :) It was on walking in love. This is something that I think is so essential to the well being of everyone, and the purpose we are on this earth. To let people know that THEY MATTER! above anything, I feel this is the greatest gift you can give anyone. Be it, a card in the mail, a simple word of encouragement, a note, a small gift, a gesture of service to help their needs in any way.

Below is a picture of an example of two wonderful people that chose to walk in love yesterday and just blessed my heart when they didnt even have any idea where I was at the moment. I needed it, and it was perfect timing! What a gift! Thank you ladies!



PARTICIPATE!:

During a Holiday season when many cannot afford much, I urge you to participate. Feeling a bit bummed myself that I can't offer much financially to my family I realize its more for me than them. I get something out of giving. Try it, I dare you.

I have decided that I am going to do a few post over the next week or so of people I "catch" walking in love. Ill post a photo and a little blurb. I hope I catch you. ;)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

my reading this morning:

From Ephesians 5


Follow God's example in everything you do, because you are his dear children. 2 Live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ, who loved you and gave himself as a sacrifice to take away your sins. And God was pleased, because that sacrifice was like sweet perfume to him. 3 Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. Such sins have no place among God's people. 4 Obscene stories, foolish talk, and coarse jokes – these are not for you. Instead, let there be thankfulness to God. 5 You can be sure that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of Christ and of God. For a greedy person is really an idolater who worships the things of this world. 6 Don't be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the terrible anger of God comes upon all those who disobey him. 7 Don't participate in the things these people do. 8 For though your hearts were once full of darkness, now you are full of light from the Lord, and your behavior should show it! 9 For this light within you produces only what is good and right and true.

Thanks for Giving

This past weekend was a wonderful time with those I love. Although, my husband and I were disappointed to discover that we couldn't make the trip across the country for Thanksgiving to be with family. I was pleasantly surprised at what a gift this week has been. Just to put in perspective the things to be thankful for. We did miss our family, but were welcomed by others, got to give, and were blessed by gratefulness.

9:30 a.m. show up to volunteer for Operation Turkey!

We got to spend time with great friends and learned later that our efforts, combined with many others, fed over 4,000 in need on Thanksgiving afternoon. Thankful that we are all still capable to offer help physically, financially, and spiritually this season to those that cannot.

our crew: waiting in the line that was wrapped around the building! what a blessing to have so many show up to help!!

Personal gratitude: I am thankful for the husband that brought me these flowers on Friday. Along with the flowers he brought me cough drops (two kinds) vitamin booster stuff, chicken noodle soup, and a new candle. Now, I wasn't thankful for getting SICK the day after Thanksgiving. But I was thankful for the opportunity to see that I am married to man that will take care of me when I need him. :) thanks hubby.

I hope that, even if the circumstances you had envisioned weren't as expected or hoped this past Holiday, you saw the opportunity to be grateful for what came out of it. I have learned this lesson a lot lately. That we may not always get what we expect or feel what we "deserve" but God always provides the opportunity for joy among disappointment. However it's up to us to take the opportunity and run! :)

love and light to you all this cozy holiday season!

Out and About

Last Friday night I went out with my roommate from Boston and Husband to visit the Album Art Show in east Austin. A friend of ours, Aaron Sacco, was one of the participating artists. There were six artists, and each chose and album to interpret. Each artists did an interpretation of each album, totaling 6 pieces of art per album. What a fantastic concept! :) overall, great show!
Myself, Aaron Sacco, and Alicia Hart of Harts N' Crafts in front of my personal favorite! :) check out the sites for the artists involved.

Aaron Sacco

Heather Parish

Ben Lance

Jamie Amber

Jason Knittle

KC McDade

Handmade Christmas ornament time!

This is a handmade ornament from sheet metal and red ribbon! Light and classic. also a simple fun way to make your own decorations! Everyone can Help. :)


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I blame him for my lack of blogging! :)

Meet "Walker, Texas Ranger" He is our new addition. This was taken after he decided to jump in the shower with me. haha. What a cute little booger he is. In dog years, he's considered to be in the "terrible twos". Im not disagreeing. :)
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Close up of enameled beads

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