Graceful Maiden

2011-11-09T16:43:00.003-05:00

"What", you might ask, "have I been doing this past month in a half.?" I know I've been gone for a long time, but here is the answer: Family Vacation. :) For two whole weeks we went up to my Hometown in Indiana. You talk about FUN! This was the very best two weeks of my whole life. We never had so much fun in our lives. For 5 whole years we have been living here in the South... and it had been 3 1/2 years since we had been up to Indiana. I got to see friends and family that I hadn't seen in five years. You talk about amazing; It was!

We loaded up our van, and went to spend two whole weeks with all of our folks from Indiana. I love them, ya know that? Most all of my family lives up there, and I a LOT of friends too. =) It was just like old times going back. We played Hide-and-go-seek at almost everyone's house.(And in the dark.) We laughed until our sides hurt. Stayed the night with... way too many people to count.(which I loved!!!) Got to go to the theaters with friends to see the movie "Courageous"(GO see that movie... it's a life changer, that is for sure.). Climbed hills. Watched movies. Ate until we were about to bust. Rode donkeys. Went to Church. Played basketball. Stayed up late, late nights... laughing, talking, playing games...and when we grew tired, just laughed over each other. =P Took pictures. And... much, much more that would take forever to tell.

It was awesome going over our old grounds that we used to play in. Even got to go around, and sleep in the house we once lived it. The whole trip rushed memory after memory into my head. Everything looked so small... but I think that's because I have gotten bigger. ;)

I could tell you story after story of what we did while up in that wonderful state of Indiana. Two whole weeks is a long vacation... but then its a short one. Time flies faster then you can blink. Sometimes I think it was all a dream. But it wasn't, and I will never forget those wonderful two weeks spent with the ones we love. <3

...Lets just say, it was the most amazing trip-- and I could sit here and talk about it all day long. But I won't. At least, we will save that for later. Now is the time to share a picture or two. :) (I took 645 pictures on the trip, and my blogger just can't hole that many... especially uploading as of right now. :P But I shall do some little by little. But your best bet is if your friends with me on Facebook, check them out there.) Anyways, Enjoy, and have a splendid day... rejoicing in the goodness and love of our wonderful savior. <3 God bless!

We had the prettiest sites on the trip evvveeerrr. Hopefully more pictures coming next week. :)

Happy and blessed!

2011-09-07T15:26:00.000-04:00

Don't you feel it? Smell it? Even taste it?

Pause. Wait, before I go any farther, maybe I better explain what this *IT* is, especially to all of you who may not know what I am talking about. Okay, to get down to the point, I am talking about:

F.a.l.l.

Who would have known? ;) The crisp-beautiful air, colorful leaves, and beautiful weather is making me so excited!!(among other things). Fall has always been one of my favorite seasons. Why? Because the top reason would be the weather. Oh boy, oh boy! You talk about 60 degree weather, where everything feels so grand... making you feel light as a bird.

Sometimes I'm close to saying that fall is my all time favorite season. But, it just hasn't reached that far yet. Because once in awhile fall seems dreary, other times loving it, but wishing I didn't have to stay inside doing School work. Also, It makes me miss the sunshine. Birds singing. Cheerful bright skies. For instance, if you were to look out our window as of right now, you would see no sun. No blue sky. No flowers. And just a bunch of dead leaves. Sounds quite deathlike, doesn't it?

But, the weather report would argue, due to the fact its getting ready to rain. cough.

Okay, so those are the reasons that make me miss my beautiful Summer. BUT, if you crossed all of that out: I absolutely L.O.V.E fall! I love the beautiful leaves, piling them up into big heaps of piles, and jumping straight into the mound. I love the cool weather. It means winter is around the corner. Many events coming up. And it allows more outdoor activities. Etc.

So yeah, you might say there are two different sides of the story... at least, on my part. There are always some ups and downs about each month. Winter can sometimes be too cold. Summer can be tremendously HOT! Spring, it rains way too much. Etc. BUT, the good thing is; I don't let any of those gloomy aspects of each season get me down-- or I should say: overrule the pleasurable things about each season.

I like every season. Each season is part of God's creation, and I could name at least *something* I like about each one. (Usually its more!) So pretty much, every season is my favorite. Each one has something to enjoy, and I LOVE IT!!

Tuesday was our first day of School. That word has never exactly been my favorite word to pronounce, and usually its forbidden, but these first two days have been pretty good. I have a ton of subjects this year, so you would probably think that I am sad about it. BUT, I am not. No way, not even an ounce. It just means I get to learn that much more, leaves me with something to do, and my subjects just aren't all that bad this year. Also, must I mention I'd be considered in the 11th grade? So yep, you said it. ONE MORE YEAR! Er, sorta. One more year till I'm in 12th, and about to graduate. winks

Down below is the picture of my School books for this year. No foolin.

As you guessed it, School has taken up more of my time. We moved. School is starting. There are many upcoming events. I'm quite happy! SO much has been happening in my life of late. But you know, a lot of it has been all good. I'm so happy right now, and entirely blessed with God's goodness! We serve the most awesome father in all of the world. And you wanna know something? God doesn't just answer the small things in life. If you ask for something big, he may say wait awhile, but sooon, if its in God's will, he will answer it... and be totally amazed at the wonderful miracle he has just performed in your life.

I'm so glad to be blogging again, I've missed you guys! Leave me a comment, and let me know what has been going on with you! .... and have a simply marvelous day, rejoicing in the goodness of our Lord! <3

A place we call "HOME!"

2011-08-10T17:16:00.002-04:00

Wow. Its been a whole month now since we have been living in our new home. And. we. are. loving. it. Time sure does pass, but every moment has been filled with fun, and exciting adventures right here in our beautiful town. We've got a park that has been visited twice. Mowing every week, in a yard that is around 3-4 acres. Snapping picture after picture. Shopping trips. And friendly folks.

Lets say being busy lies in my area. We finally have the whole house unpacked, and turned into a normal home. Mowing takes hours. House cleaning. Shopping. And a garage that needs cleaned out so we can have a yard-sale. Not to mention some baking goods, and sewing projects that need accomplished to sale during the yard-sale. Then before I know it, I'm gonna have to start on Christmas presents... But I'm not gonna think about that right now. No way. =P

But I'm loving it. You won't believe the awesome shots I've taken. When I say its beautiful here, that's no joke. My favorite things are being able to walk to the park. To the Dollar General. Watch and hear a train that comes riding by everyday. (And at night, being I sleep on the top bunk, you not only hear the train, but my bed starts shaking... and you *almost* feel as if your on the train itself. ;)

Life is just too good. And we serve the greatest and most wonderful God. I could talk about his creation, and our new home all day long. But I shan't do that. Instead God blessed us with something better. Not only do we have mouths to TELL. But we were blessed with EYES to see. And a camera to SHOW you! So you just hold on, and you shall enjoy everything I have... in a glimpse of a few minutes. *Smile*

The road leading into town. =)

Our Police Department. We also have a Fire/ambulance Dept. A couple different stores. (Haven't been to them, so I'm not sure. :P And a restraunt.

At the park. They have a walking area, basketball court, and some swings. I love going to walk, or enjoy a game of Basketball. I hadn't played in two years. First shot was a score, but-*cough*- I might add after that you could tell I hadn't played in so long. =P

I loved being up close. The railroad tracks are right beside the park, so one day while over there this beautiful-long train comes by, and lets just say I took more than enough pictures. ;)

I'm sure that will satisfy you all for now. That isn't even 1/4 of all the pictures that I have taken, but its about Supper time, and secondly, it would take all day to upload. :P More pictures will be coming as the weeks go on, but for now you get a glimpse of our house and homey town. Enjoy! And May God Bless you all! Till Next time... <3

Our perfect country home!

2011-07-27T13:44:00.003-04:00

SO much has been happening all at once. The second in line of all the happenings is... we have MOVED! Surprised? I was when I heard the news. We have moved so often, but I thought maybe we were settled for a little while. But that wasn't part of Gods plan. We were to move, and move in less than two months. THAT was without knowing where!

So thus began the big journey and adventure to pack, find a house, and MOVE before those two months were up. Could we do it?

Yes we did! God was so very good to us. He supplies all of our needs, in every way, on everyday. Never ever should we doubt him, or his works. Hes an amazing God! The house he supplied us with is so beautiful! Its plenty of room, while at the same time so old timey. Its in a beautiful small town. But at the same time, when you turn to the back of our house, its so country! And hugish!

God knew what he was doing. Its the perfect place for a home. Everyday a train goes by, just a'blowing its whistle. Acrossed the street is the most beautiful horse. To the left of the street, we can walk to Dollar General. We've got our own post office, bank, police/fire/ambulance departments. And best of all: A Park!

The town is a perfect fit. And its a town where EVERYONE knows EVERYBODY! I'm in love with the whole place, and when you see pictures, or come to visit, you will know exactly what I mean!

Life is soo good, and God is so graciously miraculous! When we start doubting God, never fear! He is near, and ready to help us in all of our needs. But you want to know something? Not only will he provide, but he will supply us with MORE than we expected. Deserve. Or need. What a mighty God.

Now we are rejoicing in our new home. It was a tough move, and all of us were terribly worn out. (Especially being it done by ourselves. It was hot. And we had to load and unload two whole truck loads.) But it was fun, and definitely worth it. We survived, and am now settled into our beautiful place we can now call...

...HOME!

God Bless y'all! And have a beautiful Summer!

~(More pictures coming soon.)~

Peeking through a glimpse of my trial of a tragic day...

2011-06-29T18:21:00.001-04:00

Just one of those days, in the merry month of June one in particular Friday morning stood out. T'was just a normal day with normal activities: Rising early, I set out to get ready for the day. The sun was shining brighter than ever- and it seemed like a right good day to be alive... If only the throbbing of the headache would go away. For three days now, I was aching, hurting, and pounding something fierce. Medicine wouldn't lay up the pain-- and the headache just wanted to linger. But despite the hurt I put my foot down to get through the day. Going off to another room I got the task of my little bit of Friday morning School done for the day. It took a LOT of concentration to keep focused on the work- but I simply couldn't do it. No matter how hard I tried, not an itty bit of the work could I understand. Completing as much as I could- we all set out into the living room to listen to Dads radio show. Sitting in the recliner, my eyes felt so dreary. Then next thing I knew the world started slipping away in a very black coma of sleep....

Feeling rattled in my sleep, blurry visions start appearing. Voices ringing in my head. Tears streaming down my face. My breathing scarce, but heavy. The visions of faces begin to become a little more focused... My Mom was staring into my face yelling something of which I couldn't understand. My face felt wet, and I could hardly breathe. Being asked If I could talk, I figured out that I could not. Nothing wanted to come out. Upon the next question as if I could hear- THAT I figured I could do... But it was slight. Every minute I felt like I was slipping into the world of black, where nothing appears, no one is heard, and everything is unmemorable. And thus is where I slipped.

Coming in and out- blurry visions, noises keep draining through me. Horns honking, Moms reassuring everything will be OK, Baby cries, and cars passing. I could feel the shaking of my body, and the sound of my breathing. Through my world I had no idea what was going on. What was happening? Am I dying? Will I ever know what happened? Will I see the rising of the next sun?

And thus my world was black again.
Next thing I know I feel on air, people all around are yelling. "We have a girl unconscious." "What have we got?" "15 year old girl unconscious"-- And I feel being lifted into air again-- still everything is blurry, me having a lot of trouble opening my eyes. Feeling as if I'm lying down in the air of clouds I'm not pulling through. Next thing happens- I feel my arm go completely numb, I remember thinking: "I'm losing my arm!" It hurt, it felt lifeless. And was out of sight. A needle starts poking through my skin, my other arm is taking blood pressure, another needle pricking my finger. Blankets covering me so thick to stop the shivering of my body. I felt so cold... But so hot. Getting my eyes completely open, questions come flying to me like rain. Unrecognizable faces start appearing in sight. And my mind is whirling with confusion.

Being asked with so many questions, my parents are in the background answering a few on their own. But then questions are coming to my face alone. I had to come through and answer them... Rising up as much energy as I could muster, I felt as if maybe, just maybe I could utter a few words... But none would come. I simply couldn't talk. Being asked if I was scared I shook my head "no!" Through all this, I realized I wasn't scared even the least bit. Though I felt like I was slipping away, I didn't feel even the slightest afraid. Next statement coming through a nurse at my left is telling me to calm my breathing down. More questions to the right. Turning my head in her direction, I'm being asked question after question. So I tried my best to answer with the nod or shake of the head. After all those questions I'm being wheeled into the X-ray room. Lying in the bed on my way to the room- I passed so many people. I felt odd. I've seen movies after movies, read books after books... But never before did I think I would be reeled in a bed. In a hospital. Feeling awful.

After tests, I'm reeled into my own hospital room. After all those X-rays and questions, I'm finally pulled through. Still in pain. But feeling a little bit color come to. Everything was feeling a bit normal in my unormal circumstance. And finally everything starts to settling down. Lying in the room waiting for the results- Dad and Mom are calling family, texting, facebooking- gathering prayers. Everything still wasn't at peace like I would have liked though. Twice two different nurses at two different times had to come in and draw blood from both arms. You talk about hurt! For those two incidents I forgot I had a headache. A friend from Church stops in to check in on me, Conversations are going on. Nurses keep checking in. And I'm starting to feel really tired. But another nurse entering the room with an oxygen mask detains my sleep. Let's say the mask wasn't very comfortable- and I had to wear it for what seemed like hours.

Finally, the Doc appears, papers in hands. Maybe. Just maybe we will get some news of what has happened to me. Still having trouble comprehending everything as I should- I strained to hear what the Doc was saying. I hyperventilated? From the prescription given; it is caused from anxiety and stress.
But they had no solution for the headache, and everything given did not make sense. Whats really wrong with me? All my results came in fine- I even found out I don't have low blood sugar(at least at the time), my heart rate was GREAT, nothing terribly was wrong with the inside of my head. So what caused it?And why can't I talk? Doctors just didn't sound like those smart Docs I read about.

But Doc said I was OK.

After awhile I'm finally told that I can go home. Trying to gather up strength, I need to get up and walk. I felt wobbly, and faint when my feet hit the ground. But with some help I wobbled out of the hospital. I had such kind nurses- on my way out I was greeted with a "Goodbye and Get well!" Then off we drove towards some food. I was famished. After all that blood my head told me I couldn't eat- but I hadn't ate all day. My stomach told me I was hungry and in need of food. So we ate. And headed home...

That my friends is the version of my tale of the story. It was the weirdest day of my life. (And to set the records straight: this all happened a couple weeks ago.) So what really happened was(of which I have heard more often than none): I had fallen asleep in the recliner, and my Parents were doing all in their power to wake me up. But I wouldn't budge. Seeing something was terribly wrong- with deep but scarce breathing, tears streaming down my face, me not able to respond or talk- Dad picks me up and they rush me to the hospital. After a whole ordeal, the results came back saying I hyperventilated. All I can say is; look it up. ;) I never want to go through that again. It was the oddest experience, and a very unormal day. God was looking out for me, and through the whole time everything was okay because I was in his arms. Through all of life God is with us, and we should never be afraid. Though I have no idea why I went through that, what caused it- Gods plans are perfect. And he definitely worked a miracle of keeping me safe. So "why?" isn't the issue. It's that I'm alive and well. :)

I had to face more days of awful migraines, but everyday my strength started returning and I was finally- after a couple weeks- able to get out and walk, read, and get back to my daily tasks.

Now I can happily say I'm 100% better. And definitely back to my normal, goofy, active, happy self. Through it all I had so much support. Friends and family all over were praying so hard. Prayer requests from friends and families were being sent out. Everyone was so kind... And how happy I am to say that I have the VERY best friends in all the world- and I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your prayers, concern, notes, emails- they meant so much to me. And I can say I'm overly blessed in life. <3

God is so good- and I feel great! Oh how wonderful it is to be alive in this wonderful world! *happy smile*

Its Another Birthday!

2011-05-17T13:29:00.006-04:00

Yes, you heard me right; we have another birthday in the family! I told you the Spring and Summer was full of birthdays. Now do you believe me? Anyways, today is Kirstie Anne Brown's birthday. Annnnddd, she is turning 14 years old.

*stops... backs up, and re-reads*

Yeah, I think I said that right. 14? Doesn't seem possible. I must have everything mixed up. *scratches head* Shes supposed to be turning 7. Yeah, that seems more like it... right?

*laughing* Time is going by way, way, way too fast! It really does just seem like yesterday when we were celebrating her 7th birthday, and to tell you the truth, it doesn't seem possible that she is already a teenager. BUT, she is, and 14 is her big number for today! Yay for her!

In celebration of her birthday she of course got out of School(lucky), and is off on a shopping trip with Mom.
But that is not all, for the fun has just begun! Tonight, when they are on their way back, I shall be starting a delicious supper of PANCAKES! Ye-hoo!! There isn't anything like breakfast pancakes... except supper pancakes. =D She shall enjoy it... I'm her favorite cook. *evil cough and chuckle*

Then of course gifts, cards, and cake shall enter into the midst. (And if you don't mind me saying, cake is my favorite part.*cough*) =P So its going to be a right fun-filled day for her, that is definite!

But, stop by each and everyone of you, to wish Kirstie a very Happy Birthday! I know she shall love all the comments- and I love reading them off. ;) There's nothing like many birthday wishes on such a grand day, from such grand people! So don't forget to stop by and make it a merely happy day for her!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Kirstie! May you have a simply marvelous time. We are proud to have you as a Sister! Love you! <3

Dodging on a Sunday Afternoon!

2011-05-16T14:09:00.001-04:00

Sunday after Church, we all had a big meal, and the whole group of church members and ourselves headed outside. Quite a bit of us got together for a great game of dodge ball- love it!

So once in awhile when I got "out" for a little bit, it gave me a chance to get a few pictures. Let me tell you, who knew that people could be so funny in action. Cameras are a fabulous invention!

Through the game everyone of course got to be "it", such as throwing the ball. We had two people on each side, and everyone else in the middle. After quite a few games though... we switched to adding in another ball. And I must say, having only one head in the game isn't easy. :P Its kinda hard to look both directions, waiting to see who's gonna hit you first, and which you have to dive. Well, from experience that night, I found out that more times than once you get hit by both balls at the same time. *laughs*

Setting a plan.

Us goofy girls again. =P

Mr Holley.

Hehe! This one funny sight! The ball was simply glued to her, aye? ;)

Our ball. And if I must add; its a very light, light ball. If we used something harder, I think there would be some serious injuries. :P Despite trying to be careful and aim beneath the chest, quite a few people got hit smack in the head. *ahem*

diving!

Okay, I could have cropped the arm out, but I laughed so hard when I came across this picture, I couldn't resist the temptation of adding it on to share. =P

Some of the group!

It also started "sprinkling" on us while out... which knowing me I loved it! =D T'was the prettiest day to have such a fine day of laughter, and dodging outside! Not to mention, he wind was blowing really hard- *heavenly sigh*- so the weather was P-E-R-F-E-C-T! ;)

Saturday Morning sunshine!

2011-05-14T09:02:00.004-04:00

Good Morning Y'all,

That "break" in blogger really messed everything up, didn't it? Became such a perfect pain, and allowed every blogger who had blogging plans for the day, to skip and stay away from it. I had plans myself, and it switched them completely around, and probably left a lot of you confused as to why you were not able to visit or comment. Not to mention it took off ALL of my recent posts from that day. Craziness!

But I can gladly say that everything is back in store, and my wonderful followers can now get back to their normal pace. :) As can I to be exact.
So I went through and put on a lot of photography pictures at my other blog, and am going to make fun for you today! How's that sound? <3

Today isn't exactly the type of day that I'd call sunny, bright, and beautiful. Least, not outside wise. It rained heavily last night, allowing my poor sun to have to leave. BUT, there is no saying we can not make this Saturday morning S.H.I.N.E. It doesn't just take the sun; for everyday is the fun we make of it. And if we wear those happy smiles, and allow us to have some fun, that provides sunshine enough.

So, Saturdays I usually have a very big day ahead of me. As I do today. But, there is two things that always brighten up that busyness in the morning, and that is--a fine breakfast meal, and a nice ramble with YOU!

This morning, like most every Saturday morning we are getting my all time favorite breakfast meal- Pancakes! They are so yummy. But, that is before you poor the syrup on top. Afterwards it's DELICIOUS! *grins* Course, I never could decide what I liked next to pancakes, it's such a hard choice. Biscuits, waffles, grits, bacon, deer sausage, and eggs. Oh yes, you cannot forget the eggs, especially when they are scrambled just for you. That's what I call a right smart-delicious meal!

But I say all of the breakfast food above is hard to beat. Every single one is my favorite- definitely a golden winner! But, theres only one of the above that we are having for breakfast this morning, and that is the pancakes! WOO!

I love going to the kitchen, rolling up my sleeves, pullimanly hair back, and preparing the meal of pancakes. They are so much fun to make. But I must warn you all, I'm the messiest person ever when it comes to baking/cooking. Especially pancakes. Mom will walk in the kitchen and gasp everytime with amazement. Well, not really, but it's close to that. She definitely tells me of the big mess I doth make, and remind me to clean it up. But you know, my great saying is; "The messier you are when preparing a meal, the better it will taste."

Y'all remember that everytime you make a mess in the kitchen. It creates a laugh and works everytime.... AFTER they think your crazy. Just saying.. :P Hehe! But seriously, I can't cook without making a mess, and my own true saying(even if I did make it up myself) I believe. *laughs*

Anyway, back to were I was going. Today, in order to make this Saturday shine, let's talk about out favorite subject; food. *ahem*

First off;

What do you usually eat on Saturday mornings?

What's your favorite breakfast food?

What's a lot of different likable breakfast foods you doth like?

And how do you like your eggs best? ;)

There! That provides fun enough for me! I'm gonna be thrilled to see all your answers, so please leave that wonderful comment that will brighten my day, and provide fun for all! And let's hope blogger doesn't get lazy again, not allowing you to comment. Because it's going to be a sunshiny day for all. =D

Anyway, cant wait to see the comments pile in, laughter on everyones faces, and a smile that will make my blog glow! *big smile* Have a sunshiny Saturday, my dear friends! <3 =D

Seed Of Faith.

2011-05-13T15:48:00.000-04:00

Faith is the substance of things most hoped for. By Faith Noah built the ark. By Faith Joshua tore down the walls of Jericho. By Faith Gideon led his few army against a great thousand. By Faith Moses stood against Pharaoh, and led his people through the wilderness. By faith Mary gave birth to our Lord and Savior. By faith Jesus's disciples followed after Christ, and preached his word. By faith Esther went into the king un-summoned. By Faith David defeated Goliath. And, so on the list continues.

Throughout the Bible, there are many strong heroes of faith. They knew that by their own power the things most hoped for, or to be accomplished could be done only with God on their side. Nothing is possible when man stands alone. He is nothing, and In no way powerful. God is the only real maker of this world. He knew us before we were even born. By his own hands, we were formed out of the dust of the ground, and made into who we are today.

God is everything in our life. Through thick and thin he is always with us, ready to comfort us with a strong arm, pick us up when we fall, and rejoice with us when we are glad. We are never to question the things that come about through our life. For the bible says "All things will work out for good, to them that love God..."

The verse is very true; for everything *will* turn out for good. God never breaks a promise, and we need to simply trust him. But it takes more than just sitting back waiting for God to deliver his promise. We need to spend our lives here on earth wisely. From giving God all the glory for everyday. Praising his most wonderful name. To serving him all our days and following his will in everything.

Life is never easy. But it's not always hard either. Instead, we need to look on life as an adventure. Everyday is a new day, just waiting for us to seek it out. To explore. And best of all; to enjoy! No matter how much heartache or pain we go through, nothing could ever make up for the great debt we owe. God died on the cross so that we all might have life... What better gift in life is there than that?

But, we need to have FAITH to retain the things most hoped for. For "faith is not believing that God can, it is knowing that he will." It doesn't take much to have faith. It but takes the amount of a seed... That little seed of faith, to accomplish much. Faith like all of the above had. We need to believe that God is with us. Know he will work everything for good. And simply have faith... Trusting in Gods every move.

Katie-did fun!

2011-05-11T14:59:00.000-04:00

;D We always have such fun together...

...and there's no time like the present to act goofy!

Plain Wisdom-- in two totally different worlds.

2011-05-10T21:09:00.024-04:00

Plain Wisdom, written by Cindy Woodsmall and Miriam Flaud, takes you into the world of comparison and differences between the Amish and Englisher's. Their religion, actions, the way they live, how different but similar they are, and their family life. It's full of exciting tasks, adventure, and well known recipes to their family, and how, at the beginning of their first meeting they didn't know as if they would get along-- being they were so different. But that was what they thought; until they discovered something different; the love of being friends, no matter the circumstances.

Through life there is always hardship, but there is always enjoyment, and fun, along with more than one way to do something. Cindy found that out when she took her first trip into Miriam's world. A world so much different from her own. A world that allowed no vehicles, electricity, or computers. Would she survive this trip with the lack of everything she's never been without?

Discover how Miriam and Cindy face life together- two totally different people- struggling through life simply seeking plain wisdom, with their trust in God.....

Western Country life!

2011-05-10T16:48:00.000-04:00

Wow. Can it be Tuesday already? It seems like just yesterday I was starting back my "Fun filled Tuesday", and now it's back upon me again. Hmm. It just proves how fast time really does fly. But, I'm ready for today, and can't wait for all those comments to come flying in-- so, here I go again with a lot of questions. *big grin*

Many ideas as to the fun we could have comes pouring into me like rain. But the trouble is, which should I choose for this week? And which for the next? Well, my worries are over, no longer do I have to wait and think.

According to a friends advise, I'm choosing the topic of "Movies" for this week. How does that sound? Interesting? Fun? Enjoyable? I think so. Now let's get moving. *winks*

I love westerns. From John Wayne, to Bonanza, Big Valley, Maverick, Roy Rogers, Billy the Kid, and a BIG favorite; Wanted dead or alive-- starring Steve McQueen. It's a world of westerns, guns, cowboys, love, defending the right, horses, and even great music! 8)

I'm in love with country living. Where you can feel the wind on your face, dirt and grass between your toes, smell of a fresh cut lawn, "Moo" of a cow, flowers covering the ground, the sound of birds, bee's buzzing, children laughing-- simply back in the woods living!

City living I am afraid is not for me. I'm not saying I couldn't do it for a little while, but I just couldn't stay. I couldn't go with their ways. Too many riches. City lights. Noise. Cars. And crowded streets. Nope! I could not do it... I'd be ready to run free out in the green green grass; full of life, spunk, and laughter!

No matter who I marry, or where I live; I've got to make sure it's in the country--Where all of life is; a little home of my own. No busy streets to worry about when kids come along. Just happy carefree country living!

So today I ask you:

What's your favorite class of movies? Please name a few for me.

Secondly: City or country living; which would you choose? And why? =)

Spring Birthday!

2011-05-09T16:06:00.000-04:00

There is yet another birthday in the family. From January up until August, there is hardly a month that goes by without a birthday. They come. They go. They FLY!

Today, Maggie Joy Brown, turned 11 years old. And yes, though I have stated this more than deems possible... the time has been flying by way too fast. I cannot believe she is 11 years old.

So, come stop by and wish Maggie a simply wonderful birthday. She would definitely appreciate it. =)

~HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAGGIE! ~

May it be wonderfully great! Love ya!

Faith Of Our Mothers.

2011-05-08T14:58:00.002-04:00

Faith of our mothers, living still
In cradle song and bedtime prayer;
In nursery lore and fireside love,
Thy presence still pervades the air;
Faith of our mothers living faith!
We will be true to thee to death.

Faith of our mothers, loving faith,
Fount of our childhoods trust and grace,
Oh, may thy consecration prove
Source of a finer, nobler race:
Faith of our mothers, loving faith,
We will be true to thee till death.

Faith of our mothers, guiding faith,
For youthful longing, youthful doubt,
How blurred our vision, blind our way,
Thy providential care without:
Faith of our mothers, guiding faith,
We will be true to thee till death.

Faith of our mothers, Christian faith,
Is truth beyond our stumbling creeds,
Still serve the home and save the Church,
And breathe thy spirit through our deeds:
Faith of our mothers, Christian faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

Our Mothers day song we sang for Church today. Isn't it pretty? I sure loved it, and thought I would share it with y'all! Hope each and everyone of you are enjoying your Sunday Mothers Day! =)

Happy Mothers Day!

2011-05-08T08:14:00.001-04:00

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!

It's a beautiful day- with the sun rising, birds singing, weather just right, even the hard breathing and snoring of kids. *ahem* ;) But who could go better than that, especially for such a special day like today! Last night I decided that I should get up real early this morning to start out my day with a nice blog post about "Mothers." And, I have fullfilled the task, for it is now 7:30 a.M.

As you all should know, today is Mothers Day. It's the day where everyOne gets together their thoughts in order to really show how special their Mother is. From buying her gifts, preparing some nice dinner, to giving her a card showered with "Thanks". All of that can really make a Mom feel mighty special.

Mothers are a great blessing to our lives. God sure knew what he was doing when he created "Mothers." They wash, clean, mend, cook, teach, all for US! And the right kind of Mother will bring you up in the right... Whether with God, or how you act. Everyday she is showing her love towards us. She is a blessing from heaven.

I have the best MOM ever! But of course you all would argue saying that *yours* is the best. Well, I wouldn't stop you, because that is how you should think of your Mother. As a the very best on earth. <3

But truly. I really do have the most wonderful, loving, kind, Mother on earth. God blessed us so much when he chose her to be our Mom. She's everything a Mother should be; and what's more, she has brought us up in the Lord, seeking him with all our hearts, and to do his will in everything we do. THAT is the right kind of Mother. For "A woman that feareth the Lord shall be praised".

In honor of all our Mothers, i would like you all to name 3 things you love best about your Mom. Then, 3 things that describes her.

What I love best about MY Mom is...

1. She fears the Lord, and walks in his ways.
2. She has taught us the same. Both to follow in the footsteps of our Lord and saviour, and to do the right thing. No matter the circumstance.
3. She's everything a Mother should me. She's kind, gentle, loving, beautiful, a Godly woman, a good Mother, and a wonderful wife.

Now the best 3 things that would describe my Mother is;

1. She's the most beautiful Woman.
2. She is a fabulous cook. Definitely.
3. And, She is a woman after Gods own heart.

That is for you Mom. You deserve so much more, so much better. Because your the best Mother that ever lived, and we love you so very much. Thank you for who you are. I LOVE YOU! <3

Now my dear friends, it's your turn. To really show your Mother that you care, name off the 3 things you love most about her. Then the 3 that describes her best likeness. It's not hard.

Today, make your Mother feel special and loved. Go out of your way to make everything possible. Show her how much you really do care. For Mothers are a blessing in life. And we are to give thanks to them, and for them.... For all that they are. <3

Happy Mothers day to all of you, My friends. And to all of the Mothers out there. You have undertaken the best task on earth. We thank you this day, and everyday for never backing down from your "rule" of being a Mother in life.

Have a blessed day all! And be sure to make it extra special! :) God Bless! <3

Capturing every moment with a camera...

2011-05-07T18:31:00.002-04:00

The perfect day for fun.

Eating and fellowship.

Did I mention I had to clean her up? *laughs*

Around here its "see who gets the biggest piece". So there they go. ;) LOL!

I never said I wasn't weird... =P

Aren't my babies precious?

Surrounded by the babies I love.

My darling baby girl! (cousin)

Katie

"You don't say!"

Brother/sister relationship!

Liberty

Clara

Cousin Abigail

Cousin Annabelle

Simply me.. your biggest fan. =P =P

Best friends!

Michael

LOVE that smile!

Rachel And Peyton

And I'm officially... I can't believe it, I'm really and truly, DONE! *falls over* =P Wow! You can't imagine how long it takes to go throw and re-size all these pictures, then upload them. Please guys, remind me to never get behind in pictures again. *laughs*

I do believe that is all the most recent "people pictures" that I fell behind on. =D Still can't remember if I uploaded the many pictures from our company visits, but they are on facebook, so check them out there. ;) How glad I am to be done! It feels so good! Don't get me wrong, I love uploading pictures for you all to see. Its just, I think its a lot easier to stay caught up. *winks*

But, hope you all enjoy them! I did it just for YOU! There are a lot of them, so enjoy the fun of looking at all our exciting goofy selves! Pictures are so much fun, and make me very happy...As I hope they do you. (My tongue is twisting tonight. Every word doesn't sound right to me. =P)

Anyway, Its the weekend, so that means fun lies ahead. No School. No worries. Just rest. Fellowship. Food. And lots of great enjoyment! May God bless you all, and Good Night! =)

Friday Full Of Fun!

2011-05-06T16:28:00.000-04:00

As I sit here on my bed, with Celtic music going that would melt the heart of everyone, set their feet to dancing, and face to shinning with happiness, I am meditating on all of Gods goodness to me and my life. In every way he has blessed me with so much! It makes me happy- I simply love thinking of his every blessing.

It's been too long since I have set down to write, or do anything with CELTIC in the background. Way too long. I now realize how much I have missed it. Lately I haven't been on my daily route...so full of fun, laughter, and dancing! Instead I've been busy, busy, busy... With everything dragging me down. So much on my mind. So much to do. I almost forgot what it was like to relax. Now that I have the chance...*yawn*... I almost want to fall asleep. :P But best of all, I simply want to sit here and write. To relax. To smile. And to enjoy the opportunity to enjoy some happy music! (I reeeealllyy need to add the Celtic to my iPod... I need to really bad. I'm tired of just the couple of CDs I have to listen to everyday. *puffs*)
But that's proof I've been a busy person.

So, as y'all realized of my title, today is Friday Fun! Sure, I have named Tuesday as my "fun-filled" day, but Fridays have always been my favorite day lf the week. Why you may ask? Well I'll just tell you... ;)

It all started when I was little. Every Friday night we would get together with our best friends(The Laws) for pizza or whatever good food there was around the house. It was a blast! Back then, we would play all night long. Cowboys, Indians. A game of clue. Army men. (The older kids were boys, and it's easier for s girl to at guy things than it is to see a guy sitting on the floor playing dolls. *laughs* Sides, I prefer the active games myself.) Anyway, you get the gist though; every Friday night was the same... FUN!!

Since then we have moved, but never do run out of the tradition of getting together with friends to have som fun on Friday night. Sure, we cant get together with the same people anymore,(Indiana is a bit far)but everyone we come in contact with has been most fun; and I've loved every minute of it!

Tonight we are having some friends(The Holleys and Maddoxs) over for such fun! There will be food, laughter, everyone talking at once, games, movies, and much more! *happy sigh* It's almost like having company come to visit! (Which EVERYONE knows I love!) =D

So Tonight is going to be fun like usual! And no matter how much I see the same people, I could never tire of it, or them. ;) But the point is, all of this is proof of Gods love and care for our lives. He blesses us with the many happy things in life so that we can enjoy them! So we can be happy. So we can love and be merry.

But though he grants us the fun of these days doesn't mean we are to take advantage of them. Instead, we are to give GOD the glory, and thank him for all the blessings he has bestowed. We should never tire of giving him thanks... Thanks for his love. And our wonderful pleasures in life!

But tell me; what are Yalls Friday Night plans? And what's a great tradition you've kept all your life with many friends, or on certain nights?

Whatever it may be; I wish you all the best. A wonderful time. And a fun filled night of laughter and happiness! God Bless you! And remember; BE HAPPY! <3

Tragedy Of A Storm.

2011-05-05T19:41:00.002-04:00

The other day we had a terrible storm come our way. A Tornado to be exact. Everything had been so calm and peaceful the whole day; even the sun was shinning. But from the news, and the weather radar, a terrible storm was to head our way... Maybe even a tornado. I do believe everyone was rather nervous. We've come close to having a tornado hit our direction, but never have been able to witness one. But this time, this time it seemed rather definite.

Going to bed that night, we knew that if it was to hit our way, it wouldn't be till 12:30-1:00 A.M. But since it was so late, and we not knowing fully what might happen, we all headed to bed except Dad. Upon going to bed, I lay awake forever. After a long time of no sleep, I picked up an exciting book to go along with the stormy night. But before I knew it, Dad comes running in getting us all up in a hurry telling us to head to their closet(Sadly, our safest place). Once we were in there as comfortably set as possible, we waited. And waited.

From his phone, Dad was able to follow the tornado in every direction it went. And, it was headed right smack in our direction...

I could tell my younger siblings were scared. It reminded me of when I was little, and all the millions of times I couldn't sleep because of a measly storm. I remember even when it started raining real hard my stomach would start twisting, sickening me, thinking maybe a storm would erupt. How glad I am to be over that fear.

But this particular stormy night, though I wasn't scared, I was scared for the lives of my family, and our home. Never before had we been so close to such a bad tornado. It was traveling from Alabama here to Georgia(course, there was more than one tornado) killing and destroying everything in it's lath.

That night, I was praying so hard. Had MANY friends praying for our safety, and family prayers as well. For "prayer accomplisheth much". And who better could save us than our God!

Though the time seemed to go so slowly, it also went mighty fast. Here we were sitting in a closet with 10 people squeezing in, and most of whom had been jerked away real fast from their sleep. Everyone was tired. Liberty definitely didn't know what was going on. (poor baby) And young siblings shaking from the cold and closeness of the storm. Dad was still watching the radar... It was so close. So very, very close to hitting us. We definitely was ready now...

Then, all the sudden by a big miracle from our wonderful miraculous God, the tornado turned a little north just to barely miss us. AND, the next morning we found out that it had barely missed us by a mere 5 miles. PRAISE GOD! He sure was watching out for us, and keeping us from all harm. So close to losing much, but God sought best to save us. How mighty and good is our God! He answered our prayers!

But the next day we heard of many people who were not so spared as us. Many homes were lost, and just on the outskirts of out town, a couple were both killed. Everything right on the outside of our town looks miserable. Trees are fallen, houses are crushed, and even a gas-station was TOTALLY destroyed. Looked like bomb after bomb had been set in every direction.

But we serve an awesome God! Why bad storms like this has to happen we don't know. But we DO know that God is watching out for us, doing everything according to his will. And we know that everything will turn out for good, as long as we believe. God worked a miracle our way, and I thank him for it with all my heart. But those who list everything really need in our prayers. This is the time for them to trust God even more. To have faith. And to believe.

So now, who is ready for the pictures? They compare NOTHING to what it is in person, but it at least gives you an idea. Enjoy! And keep all those in need in your prayers!

The Gas Station

Didn't take as many as I thought... but we didn't stop for me to take the pics. :P And I also took a lot with my ipod. So I hope these are satisfying for now.

Fun pictures coming soon! (And some have already been added to my photography blog!) :D Good Night All!

Busy as bees... But enjoying it.

2011-05-04T15:14:00.001-04:00

Being that it has been weeks since I have posted more than once a month, I have loads to talk about, many pictures to upload, and lots of articles to write. I sure have missed my daily writing. And the sad part is I never noticed until now. (*cough*) But I was so busy it was hard to think of MORE I had to do, than all the present tasks. (If that makes any sense to you.) For proof I already have many posts "started" in my drafts. I just need to order it out and not post 5 at a time. (*ahem*)

So I'm thinking today will just be another "random blabbering post". (Sounds bad, but I enjoy it.) :P Around here so much had been happening. Company coming and going. The yard to mow every week. (If you ask me, grass grows faster than anything. :P) School to get accomplished before the Summer hits. Annnnddd, beautiful days to be enjoyed outside!

I have also been using a lot of my time reading book after book. Last weekend(from Friday night to Tuesday) I read five whole books. That was thrilling. When I pick up an adventurous, exciting book, I cannot put it down. It keeps me turning the page one after another at top speed. Now I have already started more than 5 books again- eager to keep up the pace. I do so love to read; and the Summer is a best time for it. It's delightful bringing the book outside! But there is no better book that I love to read outside than the Bible. Tis my favorite place to spend time with God, and read his word! <3

If you have a moment, what books would you recommend, and what are your summer reads? =)

As I write, music is going, the wind is blowing my hair, the sun is beating down on my face, and life seems so wonderful! What a wonderful world God did create. Everytime I go out to enjoy it's pleasures,I am always in "awe" of his goodness, his love, and his protection. What a mighty God we do serve!

Well, that's about all for now. Pictures are coming tomorrow, so stay tuned. But for now, enjoy your day,and enjoy your weather! And may the Lord Bless you, and keep you! And grant you a beautiful day! =)

Spring Happiness!!

2011-05-03T17:11:00.001-04:00

It's another beautiful day in the hundred acre woods. Everyone is rejoicing in the beautiful, exciting, and adventurous Spring weather. And Me, I simply love the spring! It's when the flowers bloom, the birds begin to sing, and everything seems so happy and peaceful. Every season speaks of Gods wonderful acts- but to me, Spring speaks the most. God died on the cross so that we may all have life... And when Spring comes about, it reminds us of his promise.

For what is Spring? It's exciting. Its adventurous. It's fun. It's peaceful. It's joyful. It's beautiful. And it's simply ALIVE!!

Here the weather is just dandy. Rather hot I dare say, but better than cold, right? I love sunshine to brighten up the days, and then a little rain to lighten up the heat. And here- it's did both. (Except, I wouldn't count the tornado as fun... But more on that in my next post. And no worries, we are OK.)

Yesterday I headed to town on another of these pretty days, with camera in hand snapping shot after shot. Of late, I have been taking even more pictures. 1. Because I got a new photography blog. But 2. Because Spring is the best "picture taking season." I'm trying to get in all the best pictures that I can before the season is up and Summer brings in it's heat...

The picture above is this weeks exciting picture. Come now. Who said ice-cream wasn't exciting? It is to me; every time I take a bite into that yummy, delicious, soft heavenly ice-cream... (Hungry yet?) ;)

Ice-cream is my favorite soothing spring/summer dessert. Why? Because it's cold, and so refreshing on such hot days like today. Besides that, it's Sooooooooo good! I love going into town and buying ice-cream! It gets me all happy inside, and out. My total favorite is vanilla with a TON of Fudged chocolate syrup! (The chocolate makes me double happy.) So now you can see the excitement of the picture above, and why I consider it so exciting and wondrous! But to me, if you had any adventure at all, just one look at it you'd swoon with wonderment! ;)

Lately as you all have noticed or guessed, I have been excessively busy. I still am busy, but I'm going to truly get back on my schedule. (Or try my best.)

So today as y'all remember is Tuesday, and I'm going to start up the "Fun-filled Tuesdays" yet again. To me they are exciting, and I love it when you answer the questions!

So here are the questions for today;

What makes you happy in the Spring?

What is your favorite ice-cream?

And then what is your All time favorite spring/summer dessert? And why?

So there you have it! And may each and everyone of you have a GORGEOUS day! Never forget to keep smiling, be happy, and keep on keeping on serving the Lord. Until next time, God Bless and enjoy the weather...

Goofy Friday Fun!

2011-04-22T17:42:00.001-04:00

Here is a very goofy pictures of my Baby Sister Liberty. Its not it the best quality... but it is for an ipod. ;)
Liberty is such a goofball, and simply loves Veggie tales. So here she is dancing and singing along. (At least "mouthing" the words.) ;) But she already has quite a bit down pat by now. :D SO, enjoy! =D

Enjoying those busy, busy days...

2011-04-19T19:36:00.000-04:00

So, who is interested in what I made today? Can you make a guess of what it might be?

Yep, yep! Its Home-made-delicious-fresh-out-of-the-oven-bread. As I have stated more times than possible of how much I love spending my time in the Kitchen baking, baking, baking, I won't go into all that. ;) But I will tell you; I sure do LOVE home-made bread! So, thus began my task, and here is what I came out with...

Want some? Simply dig right in and ENJOY! Its yours for the taking... I think I can spare. ;)

And yes, It did turn out pretty good... if I do say so myself. But how could it not? HOME-made is simply heavenly! And the smell it leaves throughout the house... *happy sigh*... its glorious. But you better not have me go into THAT, or we shall be here all day. Really. It smells that good. :P

So, once again I have been busy, busy, busy! And as you saw from the post below, I have started another blog. But no, its not just any ordinary blog. Its a PHOTOGRAPHY blog! *excited* You know how much I love taking pictures... so I simply had to start another blog. Especially considering I always want to talk, talk, talk over here, I hardly ever have time for pictures. *innocent cough*

Secondly; My great-grandpa died just the other day. What a sad time it is for all the family. He was a dear elderly guy... and died at the age of 78. He shall definitely be missed. So keep everyone in your prayers,y'all, for they are definitely apreciated.

And once again, due to the death of my Great-Grandpa, my Grandparents are down here once again. Both for the funeral, and to stay a couple extra days with us. THAT is exciting! Any extra moment with my Grandparents is jolly good, and let me tell you, though they just arrived last night, we have laughed so hard, and had MUCH fun. <3

Yes, so my business never does seem to end. But its not that I don't like it; cause I really do. It gives me something to do, and keeps me on the move. And a lot of it has been great fun!

But through all the fun, I think of how wonderful my God is to give me all of it. He has blessed me... truly. And I thank him for my life everyday. Sure, there are way to many bad times in life. But when it all comes down to it; God is blessing you through the heartaches in your life. In the end you find it was all for the best. That those tears reaped great joy.. if you simply believe and trust Gods will for your life. We all have been blessed. And no matter how much fun or troubles we go through, we need to remember that GOD is on the throne, and there is simply no one like him...

GOD BLESS!

Guess what...

2011-04-15T13:47:00.000-04:00

....I just started.

You will never guess, so I might as well tell y'all. As you know I LOVE to take pictures, SO, I have not officially started a photography blog! =D

Capture your interest? Well, here is the link, so hop on over a take a look! Hope you like! =)

Gracie's Photography

I had great fun making it, and look forward to posting my pictures every day! WOO! So enjoy it y'all, and have a great day! :)

A life of happiness serving the Lord.

2011-04-10T17:25:00.002-04:00

As I sit here this gorgeous sunny Sunday evening, I look around me and hear the sound of music, kids laughing, grown-ups talking, veggie tale shows, babies sweet giggles, friends talking of their favorite things; all this, I think of how happy everyone seems. The house is full. Food lies on the table. A laugh escapes. And everyone's having fun! What does that speak? What does that tell you?

When I see everyone so happy, it brings a smile to my face. I love seeing cheerful dispositions. I love watching kids play. I love hearing jokes come out of someone's mouth, then hearing the whole house rupture into laughter.

It speaks to my heart. Everyone is happy rejoicing in the beauty of miraculousness of this world God did so graciously give us. That is how life should be. We should always be cheerful giving God praise for all his wonderful love. He has given so much, why be sad?

God died on the cross for our sins. He went through SO much so that we,( did you hear me?)So that WE could have life. What better love do we have than that? He gave so much-- and we can never repay the debt we owe. It's too ginormous.

But we have our life to show our love for our God. To praise him. Serve him. And simply sing his name to this world, declare his wonderful works! We need to live our life like we have never lived before! To be happy in his love.

When you think about it, he has given us SOO much! Joy, life, happiness! All of that to rejoice in! But even without happiness, I am content in the love of God... For he is our true joy! <3

Thank you Lord for the life you have given me. We may have many trials, but you are always in control, and help us through every tribulation. You are our true joy. You give us strength. For we know that "All things work together for good to those that love you." Thank you, Oh Lord, for my life. The love you have given me and the joy that surrounds me. May we always praise your name forever more!

*smiles* Always thank God for the life you are living. Always be happy. Always rejoice in those wonderful things. Keep serving God, and hold fast to his love. :)

Have a beautiful day, all! And don't forget; BE HAPPY!!

A Birthday Boy!

2011-04-09T17:50:00.000-04:00

A Happy Birthday to my little big brother, Robert Edward Lee Brown. (Reb for short.) He turned 9 today, and has had a very enjoyable day! So stop by and wish him a Happy Birthday... with many more to come!

The cake he chose was; Chocolate. Chocolate. Chocolate. Mmmm! A boy after my own heart. :P And if your wondering, the white stuff on top is chocolate covered pretzels. Yep, you guessed it. MORE chocolate! So good! =D

Love you, Buddy!

The Beauty Of Spring!

2011-04-07T18:58:00.002-04:00

Doesn't spring simply bring the prettiest, liveliest, most wonderful things? We have the most amazingly wonderful God! Let us always give him praise for everything in life. The bad. The Good. No matter, we should give praise for everything. And one day you'll find out that EVERYTHING was good... God was just getting you there in his own timing, and working it out miraculously! I thank God for my life, and every big AND little things in it!

Remember, more pictures are coming soon. But until then, give God your glory. Put him first in everything. Love him like you have never loved. Never forget that God loves you. He always has, and always will. He deserves all our praise and time.

And never ever forget; If you delight yourself in the Lord, he truly WILL give you what you desireth. Let him share in all your worries, your joy. He has control over your life. So KEEP SMILING! Be Happy! Sing, dance, and rejoice that you are alive living in this beautiful world God has so graciously given us... =) =) =) =)

=)~GOD BLESS!!!!!~=)

"Busy" but enjoying the Spring!

2011-04-06T18:48:00.001-04:00

*raises up hand in defense* Ah-ah-ah! Before you say a word, I know, I know, once again it's been WAY too long since I wrote a blog post. I'm getting bad aren't I? But if you only knew how busy I have been, how much things have occurred, and how many times I have been sick; I do think you would pardon me. Seriously... I hope. I have had three whole weeks of company, three whole weeks of being sick, three whole weeks of lost School work to catch up on, a TON of rest to catch up on that I am not getting. (I just can't sleep anymore.) Then the minor details like shopping, baking, going to a friends party, cleaning, enjoying the beautiful days outside, taking pictures, editing pictures, *gasps for breath*, and chores. Not to mention the things that NEED done like mowing, more cleaning, books that need read, a book review to do; BUT, we won't go into that right now. I have been busy enough, I'll let the rest some to me when it is time.

I have all of my pictures edited so sometime this week or next I shall try to get the on here. But being that I am on my iPod right now, I can't upload them from here. But you know, I have a short time to ramble with you, my dear friends, so you should be happy. ;)

I shan't go into the full details of my days, but I DO want to hear about yours. How was Spring break and are you enjoying this (*drum roll please*) BEAUTIFUL SPRING WEATHER!! Since it stopped raining I have been out every day. Oh it's gorgeous! Sunny, breezy, fluffy white clouds with a beautiful white Sky, butterflies flying with their lover, birds singing with joy, squirrels playing... And everybody smiling! We have a marvelous world God did create!

Springtime is amazing! Everything looks full of life, full of the love God has for us, full of joy, happiness! Everything proclaims the beauty and wonderful miraculousness of our God! He truly is the best thing in my life! Where I would be without him I'll never know. But I DO have him, and that's all that matters!

So much has occurrd since I talked to you all and I can't wait to give you all some of the details. (at least of thefood things). But what I want to know is; HOW ARE YOU?!?

I have 61 followers now! I'm excited about that! Keep them coming guys and gals! Y'all are the best, and it delights me to know that I'm interesting enough to follow! It sure sets a smile on my face when you follow, or comment on my blog!

So tell me; What is new?

What makes you happy this very moment that God has so miraculously blessed you with?

What do you like doing while outside in this beautiful world of ours?

I know lately I have asked a lot of questions, but not only do I like to talk, but even more I like to LISTEN! And I reeeeaaaaalllllyyyy miss seeing all those wonderful comments. I always looked forward to them everyday. But I realized that I can't get any without writing a blog post, so here I am. :D And look forward to a comment from YOU! Tell me anything, I am all ears and will look at your comment with shining eyes!

Have a beautiful night my dear friends! God Bless! And until next time; May your week be wonderful! (And I'll try and get the pictures posted sometime soon). A Good Night to you!

Children and pictures= happiness!

2011-03-29T15:22:00.001-04:00

Picture of the Day!

Today is filled with me babysitting these goofy little kids. We are playing games, eating, watching movies, laughing and simple having a ball! =D More pictures shall be coming soon, but for now I hope this satisfies ya'll! And have a gorgeous day!

Catching up with you!

2011-03-27T21:29:00.002-04:00

I promised pictures, and they WILL be coming. Just at the moment we are very busy with more company, so I have decided that I will post all of the pictures at the same time- that way it will be easier on me; and enjoyable for YOU! I have been so very busy, with three sets of family coming down, along with my few days of School. (Yes, the only downfall of company is then my school work falls behind.) But who cares! I'm exceedingly happy and content! And I'll cross the bridge of doing my School whenever I get to it! :D

But anyway, it is late and at the moment I am enjoying a movie with my dear cousins! So I am afraid that I do not have time to write a whole blog post. But, I'm far behind with my talk with y'all! I miss all those wonderful comments! So, I am going to ask a whole host of pictures and hope you a answer them! That way it wigive you something to do, and will hopefully satisfy you until I can get back to you once the week is over. Then I promise to catch up!

So first off; How was your St. Patricks day?

What is your favorite movie?

And what are your plans for this Easter?

Do you enjoy talking, emailing?

What's your favorite way to spend your day?

How is the weather down/up your way?

I look forward to Y'alls answers! I shall answer then myself in the following week! So look for the comments! Have a blessed day, and a wonderful week! And I shall try and pick up my daily schedule of blogging once again when everything calms down! God Bless!

I'm ALIVE!

2011-03-21T14:14:00.005-04:00

SO,

I have a feeling ya'll are wondering where I have been all this time. Well its all right, I didn't DIE! =P But when I got on my blog today, I did notice it seemed to look a bit... haunted? But no worries. I'm alive and happy!

But sure, that still doesn't explain my disappearance. I could make it sound adventurous by saying that I was kidnapped by a mongolian horse, but that wouldn't be truth. But I will put it down to; I have been busy! Doesn't sound very adventurous or unusual, now does it? So maybe I should of went with the kidnapping ordeal. ;)

But back to where I have been. Lets see, its been how long since I have blogged? *gaps* Two whole weeks! Wow! That IS unusual for me, isn't it? But usually when I am gone for so long of a period, I have a pretty good excuse. You know, like if I was shot. ;)

But thankfully that is not what happened. No, I have been busy. But wait, I already said that, didn't I? Okay I shall fas-forward a bit. "I had SO fun much! And, that is what I have been up too!"

WAIT! That was TO far! Let me back up and just tell it from the beginning! Two weeks back my Grandparents on my Dads side came to visit for a couple of days! What fun we had-- went out to eat, shopped, laughed, talked, and simply had a right good time!

Then the week after that, my Grandparents on my Moms side came down. That too was very fun! We went to the Good-will, had a cookout, ate Pizza, and ate again, (=P), talked, laughed, talked again, and best of all Played music together! It was just like old times!

The only downfall of the last week was I came down with a terrible cold, cough, and sore throat. Not to mention at one point I couldn't talk. You can imagine how much people liked that, but now ME! And since I'm a bit better, I have been singing, and talking, and singing again! ;)

So now you know what I have been up too, and can know for yourself how truly busy I have been! And must I mention next week we are having even MORE company? This week has been the only free week, and even then its not free. I have a TON of School to get caught up on, music to download, pictures to edit, and really, I do need to get out of doors! Its been... well, lets just say its been WAY too long!

So now that you know about my busy days, tell me how y'all have been! Its been a long time, and I am very eager to get caught up on y'alls activities! =)

Pictures shall be coming soon, so keep your eyes on the lookout, that way, when the pictures come around, you shall be able to venture into the great fun of my weeks!

God Bless you all, and may your day be beautifully wonderful! Until next time! Ta, ta!

Happiness all around!

2011-03-07T13:56:00.003-05:00

Life is simply so much fun! It always has something exciting around the corner. And, We are preparing for company this week! I am terribly excited!! I haven't had company for quite a few months so I am far beyond excited. But best of all it is my Grandparents! (on my Dads side.) I havent seen them for a couple of years so I know it's going to be wonderful!! I Miss seeing my Grandparents daily as I used to- we always had so much fun! So whenever they come down it always feels like old times.

They shall arrive Wednesday and to start out the evening with them we are going to Ryans! Yum,yum! I love that place. (some of you may know it as Golden Corral. I did until we moved here.) All of their food is so good- their chicken, macoroni, and especially the ice-cream. *mouth starts watering* I better stop, I'm making myself exessively hungry. :P

As for the rest of the plans I have no idea; but I do know that they are staying until Saturday, and that we are going to have a blast! Any plans sound fine to me- I just enjoying the company!

That is my fun for the week! Last week it was the iPod(and of course still is), so hooking them both tougher, along with the fact that more family members are going to try and come before the Month of March is I er with makes it feel WONDERFULLY GOOD! I truly am blessed! Life sure does come down and surprise us with wonderful things-given from God! How truly
Miraculous he is!

So what fun is coming your way? Either this week or awhile later down the road? Please share your happiness with me as I did with you- I simply love hearing about everyone's blessings and happiness!

But through all our fun let us never to forget to give God the glory! He deserves all that and more! Anyway, have fun doing whatever comes your way! Keep up those beautiful smiles. Keep serving God. And have a miraculous day!

Blooming in Gods love.

2011-03-06T09:06:00.003-05:00

Well it's another day in our Lord- a day to be happy and rejoice. Another day to praise his wondrous name! While doing my daily devotional studies this beautiful morning I came across this verse: "Then will I go unto the altar of God, unto God my exceeding joy: yea, upon the harp will I praise thee, O God my God." ~Psalm 43:4

Right now as I type I am thinking of how happy and blessed I really am. It's not bright, sunny, or cheerful looking outside, and I feel as if I am finally coming down with the sickness that has been going around- but despite that I feel exceedingly happy! True happines doesn't lie in the things around us; but in Jesus Christ- he is our true joy! Though many things in life can make us happy, if we didn't have God nothing would be worth while. We are like a flower. Fully bloomed, cheerful all around, full of health, beauty that all shows on the outside. And if we have God in our heart- then we are just the same in the inside.

But what happens once you pluck a flower? Soon enough it starts to die, right? And if it is given no water, it dies even faster. Well my dear friends, that describes you and me in our everyday life. If we take Jesus out of our life, soon we to would die. We wouldn't last long without him. But with Christ we have hope for the future. We are beautiful and full of health. And we shall live for an eternity to come.

What an amazing God we serve! And how wondrous are his works! He died on the cross so that we may have life. He gave himself for us so that we might bloom in the beauty of him. So let us all not waste our days wishing for more than we already have. For there is nothing more wonderful than the Lord our God! So instead, let's rejoice and sing praise to his holy name- that Miraculous name that gives us true joy! Let us bloom in his love, and always stay grounded into his name, never to be removed or plucked...

"oh give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good; for his love endures forever" ~Psalm 107:1

Delightful news!

2011-03-03T15:38:00.007-05:00

So, today I just received word that I won the Ipod Touch! The date had ended the very last day, and the very last hour of February. Then I knew I was ahead, and had won, but it wasn't until today that I received an email telling me that I actually WON!!

You can imagine how excited I am! But, I couldn't of done it without y'alls help, so I want to tell you how grateful I am! You all were magnificent, and I am totally blessed to have you all in my life. Thanks SO much for your help ranking my review--and though winning has made me happy, I have also found out (THE MORE) how truly blessed I am with the people I have in my life! Everyone was so much help, and everyone I asked was more than happy to help! So THANK YOU!!

To top off the news above, I have just heard that I shall be receiving it by Friday or Monday which is thrilling news!*sigh* I truly am blessed! Thank you all for who you are! Y'all are the very best friends a girl could ask for! Have a blessed day y'all! And keep up those friendly beautiful comments!! =) <3

And also a BIG thank so Blogging for Books!!

Walking in the way of our LORD.

2011-03-01T18:41:00.001-05:00

The day was simply beautiful; The sun was shining, the sky was blue, flowers were blooming, laughter was echoing through the trees, children were playing-- all around us there was love!

On that particular beautiful day, me and Liberty set off for a walk. It was the perfect day for it, and with hearts merry, and spirits gay-- the walk started. Nothing could of fit it more perfectly. The air smelled of Spring, and covering the ground was the prettiest little things that shows a hint that Spring is here. Flowers.
Ants were crawling out of their nests-- building time again. Bees were buzzing in search for honey. Birds were singing-- in search for their soul mate( or food for their families.) What could of been more perfect?

Then all the sudden the flowers start fading behind you. The ants give you a bite. The bee gives you a sting. The birds stop their singing. Then you stumble over a rock. And love no longer seems to surround you. What happened?

When such a walk (As the first one)is in place, its been given to us by the LORD. We are walking on the path of his love-- the straight path to a better life. We are walking in his love and on our adventure for the right way of life. We are walking in his will, going on with life as if its easy. Everything seems easy, with nothing in our way.

But all the sudden, there comes a bend in the road. And in that bend is a rock in your path that makes you stumble. You somehow lost your way. You feel lost.

What happened to the beauty? The love? The gay spirits? The easy life?

That path was also given to you by the LORD. God never promised us a perfect life. Matter a fact, the Bible even says that life wasn't meant to be easy. All of life is a roller coaster. One day you feel as if you have no care in all the world. The next day you feel as if you lost your closest friend.

But everyday is a gift from God-- surrounded by his love. When you stumbled, he caught you. When you hurt, he took your pain. When you were sad, he comforted you. He was with you the whole way, and always will be.

Why then would God give such a terrible day? Why would God cause you to stumble and turn the wrong direction if he could of prevented it?

In words that can best describe: Every day is in God's hands. If life was all easy we would grow bored. Remember the days you feel so down cast, where everything seems to of turned against you? But then all the sudden the wonderful days were yet before you once again. It surprised you, and it made you the happiest person... everything seemed to go your way. And come to find out, through those rough days, God used them to lead you closer to him, while at the same time; he full-filled your deepest wish.

THAT is the reason for the rough days. The tears. The rocky path. Because it was given to you from the Lord. He was able to move you closer to him. He even full-filled your wish through it. And not to mention; he made you happier by it!

The Lord has a purpose for all. Whether through good and enchanting days. Or through bad and rough days. God is there with you. He is ready to catch you when you stumble. He is ready to give you a helping hand and help bare your burdens. Every path you walk upon is a path of love from God. He has a purpose for you.

And when you stumble, God will always be sure to catch you, pick you back up-- and lead you back down the easy path of life through him...

A hug...

2011-02-28T18:00:00.014-05:00

...I think.

Who out there likes hugs? You can pick me as number one. I love both giving and receiving hugs. But what happens when someone very strange all the sudden leaps upon you and gives you a big BEAR HUG? Well... I have yet to figure that one out. =P *laughs*

Enjoy the day y'all, for it was given to you by the Lord, and to be given thanks! And keep up those beautiful smiles, laughter... and hugs?

GAB's Photography! (2011)

2011-02-26T19:33:00.004-05:00

~Picture of the day~

Crossing That Bridge into Eternal Peace

2011-02-26T17:07:00.000-05:00

What exactly does it mean to "Cross that bridge into Eternal peace"? Where can it be found, and how can it be accomplished?

God is our true source of Happiness. Without him we are totally nothing. Without him we would be nothing. And without him we are nothing. The only way to find true happiness, true joy, or true peace is through God alone.

Its easy getting caught up in this world and all its standards. You see a happy couple who just fell in love... and you wish it yourself. You see a Mother with a baby... and you wish it yourself. You see someone with loads of money... and you wish it yourself. You see someone who looks much happier than yourself... and you wish it yourself. You think; If I had all that, I would truly be happy. I would truly feel loved. I would truly feel peace.

Well, maybe-- at least from the outside. But deep down you truly wouldn't be happy. You truly wouldn't feel loved. And you truly wouldn't have that eternal peace. From the outside they may even look happy-- exactly where you got your perspective. But what about deep down?

Without God none of us can be truly happy. And that is a total fact. God is in the midst of our lives, and it is just that you have yet to accept him. Truly believe and know that he is God, and that he is your Eternal peace. Through him we can gain all that and more.

We can be poor... but if we have God, then that is all that matters. Whether we are facing difficulties... as long as we have God, that is all that matters. No matter what we are going through, we must always know that God is on the thrown. Always has been. And always will be.

If you want true peace all you have to do is rest your trust in God. And he truly will help you cross that bridge into eternal peace....

We have our winner!!

2011-02-25T13:29:00.000-05:00

Okay y'all, I know by your talk that you have been extremely excited about today! Well your excited self doesn't have to wait any longer. For, I finally have a winner! Exciting, right? Its still a bit early in the day, but like I said once before, when something fun comes about, and I have the power to make it come faster, I don't wait. =P

But today the fun is for you all, and how much I love making others happy; that power of not being able to wait has come upon me and I now have a winner. So, to stop blabbering and let you know who it is. BUT, there is one thing I need to get clear before I announce the winner. And that is, if you win I would like your whole name and address sent to my email. (which you can find in my page " About me.") That way I can have your info in order to send you out the package.

But, on to the winner! The wonderful winner of this 4 item giveaway is a wonderful pen-pal of mine whom I have grow to know very well over correspondence! Shes a very sweet young lady, and a good friend! And that is the one and only:

LUCIA

Congratulations Dear!! I am extremely happy for you! I think I have your info... but that doesn't mean you can't send me an email. ;) I can't wait to see your surprise! Thanks for entering, and congratulations again!

Thanks to all of you who entered! Maybe next time you just might be that lucky winner! And There WILL be a next time sometime in the future. But for now I hope you all had fun, and that you come on over and congratulate the lucky winner!

Have a wonderful day you all, And God Bless you entirely! <3

Just like a Cookie.

2011-02-24T19:01:00.000-05:00

Today while cooking over the hot stove baking cookies, my first batch wasn't turning out right. Usually the first batch can sometimes be like that; flat. Crumbly. They may taste good, but they sure wouldn't win first prize for their looks. Then, second batch comes and they turn out a whole lot better. Third batch is even better, starts looking more round and like an actual cookie.

Well, like you are guessing, the first batch left me totally aggravated. It makes you start thinking; "What if the whole batch of cookies looks like this!" And if you are anything like me, that sure isn't a very good thought!

I simply love being in the kitchen, but sometimes while alone I can start feeling mighty lonely. So, I turned on some music, and let my thoughts entertain me. Well, one of my thoughts turned to my blog and what to write about next. Then all the sudden I had an Idea, and that is-- "We are just like those cookies"

Yes, yes, I know that by now you are laughing. I mean, us like a cookie? What could we ever really resemble. Surely its not our smell?

Well, before you get worried; no! It is not our smell. Although, that would be rather fun wouldn't it? Smelling like a delicious cookie all the time would attract a lot of people, and make a lot of people like us, wouldn't it? But no, that isn't exactly where I was trying to go.

As I described above when the first batch of cookies doesn't turn out right, they are very crumbly and ugly looking on the outside. By looks they are nothing. But when you bite down into the surface; when you feel the smoothness on your mouth-- its wonderful! Our lives are sorta like that. From the outside we may feel as if we are nothing, we may feel ugly and feel like we should just throw ourselves away.

But deep down we know that we have something wonderful surrounding us; and that is God! But what about the outside? What happens then? By just looking at us everyone will think that we are a failure.

Well, the Bible says that "Man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart." So you see, though the people around us may look on our outward appearance and judge us by our looks; God looks deeper than that. He looks to the heart.

And if our heart is full of love for him; beautiful and loyal-- that is all that matters! And if we trust in God, and praise his name day by day, soon we shall turn out to be just like those last batches of cookies. Soft. Beautiful. Fluffy. Or in other words; we shall be beautiful, and look like we have some great purpose... even from the outside. That is IF we will call on the name of the Lord, and just take one step at a time... with God by our side.

Whether you are feeling discouraged, ugly, or like a failure. That us just something to let you think upon for a little while. But for now...You didn't know that you could resemble a cookie, now did you? ;)

An Update

2011-02-23T18:46:00.000-05:00

Okay y'all, this is your last chance to enter my giveaway. The deadline is Friday, so for all of you who are interested you better hop on over now and leave yourself a comment. You never know if that lucky winner could just me YOU! I'm very thankful for all of you who have entered though, I do so love a lot of entries! ;) Thanks gals! Come and check back with me come Friday, and see if you win the 4 item gift! I am wishing all of you the best of luck!

So, lately I have had the question asked how I am doing in the blogging for books giveaway, and so I shall fill you all in. So far.... not good. =P It was going smoothly for awhile. I was ahead quite a bit, although at the time I had found out that I was up for a competition. But since then, its been more like a battle. She gets ahead. Then I'm ahead. Shes ahead. Then I am. And on and on it goes. So I must say that its not quite easy.
And once you hear how high I am you shall be shocked, so sit down. =P The number is: 936.

Your WOW is totally correct. I believe that before this month and giveaway is over with we shall hit the thousands. Seriously. But my competitor us also in the 900's. But, I'm still hanging in there, and all of my friends and family has been absolutely wonderful in this whole process! I've been getting SO much help. And whether I win or not, and bit "THANKS" shall go to all those that helped.

Now for an update of what has been going on around here. I haven't been blogging as much, being that I have been terribly busy... but you would find it considerably hard to get on while its so beautiful outside too, right? Well, that is one of the problems with me. I just can't keep myself inside. Not with all the flowers blooming. A blue Sky. And NO JACKET! I do so love a beautiful day!

Outside of going outside (Hmm... that sounds unusual) I have been making a blanket for my future baby, reading a BUNCH, doing School, video taping, writing up a play, playing with siblings, helping out Dad, etc. etc. So I'm a busy girl! Sorta. =P

Well, I think that is all the news for now! Don't forget about the giveaway HERE. Remember, the deadline is this Friday, so hurry on up, and the best of luck to you all! But until then; May God Bless each and everyone of you! And may you all be having the most wonderful days!

Carrying us all the way...

2011-02-19T16:00:00.001-05:00

One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORD. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; one belonged to him, and the other to the LORD.

When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life.

This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it. "LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me."

The LORD replied, "My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."

~In God's Arms~I sn't it wonderful to know that God is with us all the way? In the Bible God says "I will never leave you, nor forsake you." When I first read the story above, I found it so touching, and beautiful. But most of all; it was very true. And *is* very true in all of our lives. Even when troubles arise God is there to give us a helping hand. He is there to guide us to the next path.

When we feel lost, or when trials arise, we feel so abandoned...but we are not. God is always there, and always will be there to carry us down the path of life...

A Reminder.. and a Ramble with YOU.

2011-02-17T17:39:00.000-05:00

Hey Guys, just wanted to remind you about the giveaway I am doing. The Deadline is Friday the 25th, so if any of y'all are interested, scroll on down to the rules, and enter yourself! You just may be the lucky winner this time! The rules are simple, easy to follow, and only takes a few minutes. But anyway, if you are wanting to enter you might want to hop on over now, for we only have a week left until the deadline ends. Giveaway

So, lately here in the Southern Land of Georgia, its been simply beautiful! After those chilly days in the Winter, I think I'm actually ready for warmer weather. Its been so pretty! The sun has been shining( means it hasn't been raining. Woo! A whole week left me a little tired of rain.) flowers are slowly starting to appear(means Spring is almost HERE! Wonderful, right? I do so love the Spring. Everything starts seeming so cheerful, and the world looks ten times prettier!) and most of all, its free weather! (Or, so I call it.) It means that I can go outside without a jacket; I can don shorts, music, flip-flops, and set off on a walk feeling as free and light as a bird.

What about there, y'all? What is the weather like?

Now that it has been warm, I can take myself outside and enjoy the beautifulness of God's world, without having to worry about staying inside because its so cold. This week I've been out practically everyday. I simply love being able to go out for a nice long walk, take pictures,(*gets excited* Oh yes; now that spring is here I'm going to have so much more to take pictures of). But best of all, I can take my Bible reading back outside where everything seems to peaceful, and where I feel so close to God!

Where is your favorite place to spend your time with God? And what do you like most about the warm weather?

Valentines day was here, and now its gone. How did that come about? Its funny how fast time flies! And the funniest part of it is, Valentines day wasn't even over yet, and they started putting out Easter candy. Talk about trying to speed up the time. =P

But anyway, just wanted to remind you all about the giveaway, just in case any of y'all are interested! I smell supper cooking, so I think that is a hint that its about time to eat; what do y'all think? ;) Have a great day, All!

"Oh give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good; for his mercy endureth forever" Psalm 107:1 God bless!

Unfailing Love.

2011-02-14T19:42:00.001-05:00

Today is a special day for all--its a day of love! Lovers go out earlier in the week and buy their sweetheart a Valentine Gift. Then come the special day they give the gift, express their love, and go out for a lovely evening. Every young lady is having the most beautiful day with the one they love! You never know, there could even be a couple proposals of marriage or courtship going on right now. Its that kind of a day! <3

Every young Lady dreams of the day she shall have her true love kneel down and ask for her hand in marriage. I know I do... and I'm going to be honest about it! When I picture it in my head, it seems so wonderful! And I look forward to the day with all the longing in the world while at the same time, while waiting, keeping pure and loyal to him until then.

Courtship. Engagement. Marriage. It all comes in a long line and in that order. Its a long process and takes more then two people. Who you may ask is that third person?

It is God. Through every courtship and marriage God should be in the midst of it. God is in control of who you shall marry, and who you shall spend all of your days with. He has picked out the right one--he had did so even before you were born! God has everything under control, and you should always look to him for guidance. You should always pray about your future mate, and when you *do* find him; you should continue to pray, pray, pray, pray without ceasing!

God is in the midst of all of our lives. He is always there to love us... and he is never to be shut out! God loves us with an unfailing love. He loves us more than anyone EVER could. Through life we love many, and many love us, but there is no greater love then our Lord Jesus who has given his all. The Bible says: "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son."

What greater love do we have than that? God should always, always have first place in our lives no matter who comes into our lives. We should always put God first and foremost, love him with an everlasting love and hold tight to that love through every day! We need to always love God with all our hearts, souls, minds, and strength.

"Love is not a fight... but its something worth fighting for."

~Happy Valentines Day!~

A Four Prize Giveaway!!

2011-02-10T15:52:00.005-05:00

So, I've decided to go ahead and host the giveaway today. Not tomorrow, but today! I've found out that is what happens when it comes to something fun, I really do have trouble waiting. And if I have the power, I don't wait. I go on with it. *laughs* But hey, today I'm not the only one going to have fun. So are you!

Giveaway's are always fun, right? And, if you hadn't heard the news yet then seeing that I am going to be hosting a giveaway might surprise you! But surprises are great fun, and I hope its a pleasant one for each and everyone of you.

Now, as to what you are going to win. I mentioned in a post below that it was going to be *kinda* big. And well, it is for the winner! The winner shall win 4 items. Way more than if I was giving away 10 things and you were to only win one. But instead, you get to win 4. Cool, right? Somewhere out there is the lucky winner! And that might just be YOU!

Okay, I shall just be posting one picture for all of the items. I was going to do 4 separate pictures, but I am dealing with not having enough photo room on my blog. Seems like I've used most of it up. (You see, I haven't been re-sizing my pictures, so I have a lot of work to do seeing that all the pictures I put on here were HUGE!)

But, I still keep getting off track, don't I? The picture you shall see next, so keep with me! =D

Item one: Purse/bag made by the one and only; Grace Brown. That's ME. ;D ;) I've made quite a few of these and couldn't believe how fun they were! You can use it for most anything!

Item two: Doily made by my sister Rachel. Doily's are so pretty, when I get married I want to have quite a few. =D I want my house to look elegant. Not to mention they are very fun to make!

Item three: Ipod cozy made by my Mother. (Sonya) No, your not winning an Ipod, and you may not even have one. But when or if you ever do, then there you go. ;D But of course, you can also use it for your phone. It shall fit as well! So either or, your good to go. =D

Item four: Note pad. Made once again my Me. ;D Now THESE are fun! I love crafting, and when I found out how to make these, I've made a BUNCH! They are pretty cute!

Now, for the rules.

Number one Entry

Go and rank my Book Review Here: Book Review

(Meaning, in order to enter this giveaway you HAVE to go and rank it. The higher stars, the higher I go up in rank.)

Second Entry

Follow my blog

Third Entry

Follow Rachel's blog here Covenant Maiden

Fourth Entry

Follow My mothers(Sonya) blog here Away Down South

Fifth Entry

Post about my giveaway one Facebook.

Sixth Entry

Post about my giveaway on your blog

Seventh Entry

Email 7 friends about my giveaway

Eight Entry
Grab my button and put it on your sidebar.
(I wish I had one for my giveaway, but for now I do not.)

There! =D Its not very hard once you think about it. Really, you have it quite easy and you could get 7 whole entries in one day! Imagine that?

So please, tell all of your friends, and start ENTERING! You never know when that blessed and lucky winner could be YOU! So get ready for the fun, y'all, and have a beautiful day! Not to mention... Good Luck. =P

Btw, if any of you men are wanting to enter then if you win you could always give the gift to a sister,cousin, friend, wife, mother, ANYONE, unless of course you are just wanting to keep it for yourself... *cough* =P ;D

And, before I forget the giveaway ends on Friday, February 25th so you all have LOADS of time!

HAVE FUN!

Loved in a beautiful world!

2011-02-10T13:49:00.000-05:00

Isn't God's world simple B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L?!?!?! Just think about it for a moment... he created this world in just 6 days. He created it with his own hand. He created it for you and me. Doesn't that just show something wonderfully magnificent? If you don't know, then I can tell you... . It shows that we all have a purpose in life. And it shows that God is watching over us, caring for our every need. But most of all, it shows how much God really and truly loves us.

It had rained here for a WHOLE week. The world seemed so dreary, and nothing seemed very life-full. But one beautiful morning, around 7:30 the sun started rising and I could see it glimmering through the trees. I couldn't leave such a scene without creeping down to the end of the driveway to get a picture.

It was simply beautiful--the prettiest sight I ever did see! It showed God's love spreading across the whole world, shining through the trees, shedding forth his goodness to this world.

God's love for all of us is the precious gift in life! When I saw the beautiful sun that morning, I felt as if it was the prettiest sight I had ever seen. In it I realized the more how much God really does love me/us. I realized how bright the world is with having a true God to look down upon us a take care of every single one of us.

Never forget to thank God for his blessings, for this beautiful for, and for the love he has bestowed upon us! I wouldn't trade that love for anything in all the world...

Something that will inteserst you!

2011-02-09T17:15:00.003-05:00

So, lately I have been getting behind on all of me "news" about what I've been doing, with articles, pictures, etc. But, I've been EXTREMELY busy! And as for the pictures, well I have a little problem. Actually, its more like a big problem. To put it plainly; I used up all of my room on my blog for pictures. Yeah, sad right? But then you say it just proves I have posted a lot of pictures. Well... not really. Instead of re-sizing every picture I put on here, I just put them on their regular size. And NO, you do not want to know how big that is. So you see, it took up an awfully lot of room. Now, I have to go through all of my pictures and re-size them. Its going to be a long process, but I'll get it done!

Also, I've had a lot of School work to do, taking care of siblings, shopping, messing around with pictures, and I've been reading a TON as well. Did I mention that I had been reading "Anne Of Green Gables" Well, I had. And, I have finished the whole series! I'm so proud of myself! ;) But, they were EXTREMELY good! And I recommend them to all of you who have not read them. But as you can see, I was late getting to them myself. But oh well, they were worth the wait considering they were so good.

So you see, I'm really busy! Doesn't seem like much by just reading the above, but when you try and put all of that in one day... well, I think you get the idea.

Not to mention, to top all that off I've been reading books for the site called "Blogging for books." Its a fun site to use, and I recommend it to all you blogger fans who love to read! Its a great way to get free books. Sure, you have to do reviews, but I think it is totally worth it. Not to mention I have another book coming in the mail... but more on that some day later.

The recent book I read was "Bridge Of Peace." And yes, I have told you that already, haven't I? But, there is no harm in hearing it more than once. Because, I have come to give you an update on it. So far I have had 58 people rank it. (Well, sorta. But you'll find out what I mean in a minute.) No, no; make that 59!

Cool, right? Yes, I thought so too UNTIL I found out how to see who is ahead in the whole ordeal. And sadly, it wasn't me. But of course I didn't expect to be in first so soon. BUT, I AM in fourth, and to tell you the truth, that is pretty good considering I still have 3 weeks left of February left, and considering there is a lot of people who use blogging for books.

Now, I won't(If even I do... but I'm not giving up hope) win until February is over, so I have loads of time. But I'm lacking a little something more. And anyone want to know what that is? Yes, it is YOU! I have the best friends EVER! Everyone has been so kind in this whole thing, and I'm so grateful! You've no idea how much help people have been. But, its still missing YOUR rank!

So, even all of you who HAVE ranked it, please hear what I have to say. I have found out that you can go to my book review Here and rank it every single day. Cool, right? I thought so when I found out, and it made me so happy. So to think if you went there everyday, and if there was a lot of you who did it, it would help me out tremendously!

Now, it only takes a minute, and you shall be doing me a BIG favor. Now, your probably wondering what I'm going to get if I DO win. Well, its a FREE Ipod Touch. Amazing, huh? I'm so excited about it! I'd love to win it SO bad! So you see, if you do this for me it would be the biggest favor you could ever bestow upon me. Even if you don't know me, you would still be doing a good deed, and make me very happy! =D

But, I don't want to be the only one to get all of the reward, so I have decided that shall be producing a giveaway come really soon. It will be *kinda* big... you know, not as big as a lot I have seen, but the whole prize will go to you. And you never know, that lucky, blessed winner just might be YOU!

That is all for now, Guys! Thanks for listening, and I hope you get ready for the big fun, and that while you are waiting you go over and rank my review. http://www.waterbrookmultnomah.com/bloggingforbooks/reviews/view/3339

Have a GREAT day, My dear Friends, and God Bless you forever more! <3

"Delight thyself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of thine heart." Psalm 37:4

A request from all of my fans...

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How is that for a title? ;D So far I have received 45 followers, and it makes me extremely happy! You all are simply wonderful, and I thank each and everyone of you for your devotion, friendship and comments! If I haven't mentioned before that I love comments...I really do. And I also love receiving new followers. Who wouldn't?

So thank you, my dear friends for following my blog. I hope you all are enjoying what you read. I simply love getting on here to tell you all of my news, and going on's in my life. But y'all's comments make it exquisite!

So, lately I have been using "Blogging for books." It is a fantastic way to receive new books; especially considering they are free. Well, let me back up a little. They are free IF you post a review about the book on your blog, another site, and blogging for books. Its simply amazing!

Of course they give you certain amount of books that you can choose from, but so far I've had a pretty good selection. My recent book for February was a book called "The Bridge of Peace." (You probably saw the review in my post just below.) It was a WONDERFUL book! I enjoyed it tremendously, and already can't wait to read it again. ;)

On to what I am trying to get to; I have been requesting all of my friends to go and rank my review. And I'm asking all of you right here and now to please do the same. It would only take all of you 5 seconds to do so, and to think you can do a good deed in less than a minute should satisfy any person. This month they are giving away a free Ipod Touch for the review with the most rankings.

The link is http://www.waterbrookmultnomah.com/bloggingforbooks/reviews/view/3339 so if you are so kind I would like for you to go and rank my book review. It would be very much appreciated. WAY more than you all know.

Thanks a bunch y'all! And have a SPLENDID day! <3 God Bless!

The Bridge Of Peace.

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The Bridge of Peace in my opinion was an extremely good book. When I got the book I had no clue what I was getting into being that it was my first book to read by Cindy Woodsmall. But I was by no means disappointed. Its the type of book that once you pick up, you can definitely not put down. It keeps a person turning the pages eager to see what shall come next, and holds all the deepest interest. I do recommend the book, and if you do read it get ready for it to capture your interest while you read about the ways of the Amish, and the lives of Lena and Grey along with all of their friends who struggle with every trial and obstacle that comes their way, where while at the same time, they hold fast to God trusting in his goodness. Will Lena ever marry because of the birthmark on her cheek that causes great pain? Will Grey overcome his obstacles in life and marriage? Find out by reading the tale of those struggling through life trying to cross that bridge into peace....

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.

To the Capital we did go...

2011-02-05T20:31:00.001-05:00

Monday we got to go to our State Capital in Atlanta Georgia. It was the first for me, and most exciting as well! I found it all very interesting, and it was well worth the trip. So I'd like to share with you the pictures I got! Enjoy!

We were high. ;)

Then, we even got to go down there... aren't we special? ;D

The time in case you all were wondering. Did I mention I had to get up at 5:30?

Isn't it pretty? Looks so elegant! =D

The one and only Representative Bobby Franklin(On the far left)

Waiting for it to start.

Have you ever been to your State Capital?

A new you...in my own way of thinking.

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Are you tired of everything about you being the same old every day? Well, I've got a solution for each and everyone of you. Tomorrow you shall be able to say that you are "New you."

Are you tired of having the same old hair-do, day in and day out? Tired of it looking the same constantly, with nothing to do about it? Well, my baby sister has dedicated a picture for all of y'all on tips for a new style! Here's what it is;

Are you tired of having the same expression, the same worried look, the same personality?

There is a solution; Put off the old face, and put on the new. Laugh like you've never laughed before. Smile until your mouth hurts, and life will seem so much merrier.

Are you tired of seeming unpopular, like everyone out there is so much different than you?

Well don't let it get you down. There is always a solution. There is a significant you lying there waiting to be sought. But try and fit in and look cool.

Are you tired of worrying about your weight? And are you feeling fat and lazy?

Well I say dig in, and don't let your way of thinking take over your appetite.

Are you tired of feeling like life is such a pain, and there is no room for fun?

Well, dance like there is no tomorrow, and run after every adventure that comes your way.

Are you tired of feeling unloved, with no one in all the world to care for you? Well don't let the way others think get you down. Not when you can love others first.

In every way, all of the above is totally true. You don't have to be like everyone else to fit in, just be yourself and be the way God made you; then what else can you lose? People love you the way you are. With every opportunity that comes around the corner, we should be ready to greet it with a smile, both in our hearts, and in our out-ward appearance. Life is full of adventure, always be ready to take another step forward and see what it brings, along with a dance in every step. And love all those around you...first! Life isn't what others think about you, or how you fit in, or how you are loved. Its the way you take every step... with God right there by your side.

But most of all, just be yourself; along with every step, every smile, and every dance!

Pray without ceasing...

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Our Father which art in heaven,

Hallowed be thy name.

Thy Kingdom come.

Thy Will be done, in earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our debts,

As we forgive our debtors,

And lead us not into temptation,

But deliver us from evil,

For thine is the Kingdom, and the power,

Ans the glory, for ever. Amen.

"They who seek the throne of grace find that throne in every place; If we live a life of prayer, God is present everywhere."

The Bible says that a righteous mans prayer availeth much. If we come to God our father with all of our burdens, with all of our cares, our joys; He truly will hear us and help us whether we are sad, or he will share in the joy that we bring while pouring out our blessings unto him. The Bible says that if we bring everything to him, he shall truly hear our prayer! No matter what it is with; whether we are in need of comfort, or are asking of a miracle to be made; God shall hear! Hes always near, if only we call on him and obey his call in our life to every purpose.

Sweet hour of prayer, sweet hour of prayer,

That calls me from a world of care,

And bids me at my Fathers throne,

Male all my wants and wishes known!

In season of distress and greif,

My Sould has often found relief,

And oft excaped the tempter's snare

By Thy return, Sweet hour of prayer.

So through all of life, pray like you've never prayed before! Love the Lord with all your heart, with all your soul, will all your strength, and will all your mind, and he will be near you to the end, and answer your prayer according to his will!

"If we knew how to listen, we would hear him speaking to us. For God does speak... if we knew how to listen to God, if we knew how to look around us, our whole life would become prayer."

So lets pray without ceasing, to the one who gave all for us, and who deserves all of our love, devotion, and who cares for our every need!

Another birthday in the family...

2011-01-25T19:56:00.002-05:00

Sunday we had another birthday. And yes, I'm quite late to getting around to this, but I'm kinda behind on a few things. So sorry! Anyway, the lucky birthday girl was;

KATIE!

What can I say about Katie except she is funny, crazy, but a wonderful sister! Me and Kate always have great fun together, and also do most everything together! Shes a fun sort of girl, loves to do most anything-- That's her! =D Seems to remind me a lot of myself... could we be related? :P Anyway, she turned 12 this year... I'm really losing track of everybody's ages. Seems like everyone is growing up WAY to fast!

Happy Birthday, Katie! And don't forget everyone to stop by and wish her a very happy Birthday... even if it is late.

Dancing every step!

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I simply LOVE to dance, always have since I was little, and I always will, even when I'm old. ;) There are a lot of people out there who simply love to dance, but I'm always saying that no one could ever love dancing as much as I do. THAT is how much I love it!!

So, I put together a video for all of y'all! It was the first video I have ever made (As in, sprucing it up on the computer), so it was put to all my imagination and knowledge to figure everything out myself. What fun it was thought! And even if I do say so myself; I did a pretty good job!

For all of you who do not know, this dance is called "The Virginia Reel". I first learned it in Texas when I was oh... 6 or 7 years old. But I can remember it just like it was yesterday! Its a grand ole dance, and much, MUCH fun!! Everyone enjoys it! So enjoy the video, forgo the mistakes(Sometimes those can't be helped. But, it does make it awfully funny.), and hope you LOVE it!! Tell me what you think.

The joy of owning a camera..

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The Love of a Baby..

Shes a girl of many faces...

Has everyone on the floor laughing...

Simply LOVES chocolate. I would say that she takes after me in that aspect, but its not un-normal for a lady to like Chocolate. Hehe! ;D

And, something everyone would never of guessed; She loves to play game-boys. LOL! Here she is only one years old and you can go in there seeing her playing a DS. Simply amazing! But the funny thing is; She practically knows how! Shocking, right? ;D

Fun in a land of snow...

We had such a delightful time in the snow! I simply love snow, and I'm sorry for those who don't, but your opinion doesn't bother mine because I simply love it! ;D

Look, right on target! Great shot if you ask me! But of course; I wasn't asked. :P

We threw snowballs, took pictures, and I must say that I did one of my adventurous stunts and rode through the snow on my bike. Not very smart, but VERY fun. =P

One word; SNOW!!

Uh, you can excuse the hole in my jeans, it doesn't look very warm, does it? ;) But hey, I still need to patch it up. And it was Sunday, so I had to wear something "Holy"! LOL! ;D

A walk in the snow..

Guess which is my feet and you win again! ;D

Picture Fun...

*cough*

What do you think of all the pictures, y'all? Sure hope you enjoyed them! Have a beautiful night, and God Bless!

A Happy Birthday to...

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...Robert Edward Lee!

Today is special being that it is Robert Edward Lee's birthday--the great General! Him and and Jackson are my two top favorite Generals, so lets not forget to honor them this day with a birthday wish. They deserve it for their great bravery, and love for the south!

If I'm not mistaken General Jackson's birthday is Friday(Cool how they are so close), so lets also remember his birthday as well! Him and Lee were such wonderful Generals in the war between the states and are hero's to this very day for there gallant deed!

So Happy Birthday, Lee, (today) and a very Happy Birthday to Jackson as well(come later on)!

Dancing every step of the way..

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“We should consider every day lost on which we have not danced at least once. And we should call every truth false which was not accompanied by at least one laugh."

Life is a gift....

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Life is a gift, don't waste it.

"Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy..." ~1 Timothy 4:14

On the sixth day of creation, man was made created. "So God created Man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; Male and female created he them." ~Genesis 1:27.

People take life for granted. They claim their innocence, and announce to the world that they are living a good life. They haven't done anything wrong, so why worry about tomorrow? I got through this day, I can get through the next.

But are they really living a good and godly life? They may be doing "good" in some aspects, but that "good" won't get a person to heaven. The Bible says in Matthew Chapter 19:17.."Why callest though me good? There is none good but one, that is, God: but if though wilt enter into life, keep my commandments."

Jesus just stated in the verse above that no man is good, none but the only true God. What is goodness? Webster's dictionary describes it as "The quality or state of being good. Excellence of morals and behavior."

Do you think that a person could really be that good? I don't! Most definitely not! Goodness is not just going out and doing some respective duty to a crippled, giving money to the poor, etc. It is more than that. Sure, helping out those in need is a very good deed. But it’s not the type of goodness that will cleanse a person from all sins. One must first get new life and the only way to do so is by receiving the atoning blood of Christ that washes us clean and makes us presentable to the Father. Only Jesus Christ can grant new life, through the blood he shed on the cross of Calvary.

But after one becomes washed in the nourishment of the only begotten son, that does not mean you can go out and sin all that you like. No, that is where the good deeds come in. For God is the only one that is perfectly good and does not sin. Every person out there is sinning. No one is good. But, we must show Christ's goodness and live a good and godly life by the power of the holy spirit.

We all fall short, and no one deserves God's goodness, but the grace given in salvation will also grant us the power to live a godly life.

People take life for granted. We should think about those words. Many issues of life are taken for granted, which causes heartaches and ruins lives.

Wasting one’s life, wasting the lives of their precious children, not living their lives to the fullest has became America's greatest tragedy. Lately, I have come across many chapters, quotes, paragraphs about the killing of babies. These are what caught my most deepest interest and surprise. However, this is what caught my deepest interest and surprise:

"Andrea Yates-- an evangelical Christian who followed the teaching of Genesis, had five children, and became so overwrought that she drowned them all."

"A letter written in 51. B.C. from a pagan husband in Egypt to his wife, revealed the casual way pagans viewed infants, particularly young girls.' Know that I am still in Alexandria...I ask and beg you to take good care of our baby son, and as soon as I receive payment I shall send it up to you. If you are delivered (before I come home), if it is a boy keep it, if a girl, discard it."

Isn't that cruel? It drives shivers up ones spine just thinking about it. The lives of babies, of children are being destroyed right before our very eyes. What about the babies future?

Parents kill their children, all for the sake of themselves, or like the story; only because it was not what they wanted. Isn't that drastic? Who would think of doing such a thing? Surely not me. But sadly, thousands are being killed because of the numerous amount of people who take life for granted.

Everyone was created with an equal right to life. God created man in his image, after his likeness. From the littlest baby, to the eldest of men, all have the right to life. You may say, "Yeah, but everyone has a right to choose." Who has the right to choose death for a life created by God? God has granted life and it is not to be wasted or thrown away like it has no meaning. Life is a precious gift, not one that you get tired of at the end of a day and throw it away, but one that you keep and treasure. God sent his only Son so as we could have life. And if we don't waste our lives, or the lives of others, we truly will have a happy life and one worth living for.

So don't waste your life. Don't waste the lives of others. God put every person here on earth for a purpose.
Everyone's purpose is different... but everyone has the right to fulfill that purpose. God's will is the will of the people.

So lets live a life worth living for and also worth dying for! Let us all live a life pleasing to the will and glory of God, one that was meant for us to live from the very beginning. And with God's help we can fulfill our mission, if only we trust in him, and all that he is.

So let’s live the life God intended. Then we can all look back and say the words that Jesus did when he created Man..."And God said that' It was very good!"

"A friend loveth at all times"

2011-01-14T19:54:00.000-05:00

As you all know I've talked about my friends more often than none. You could go to the links posted on my sidebar and see that there are quite a few under the title of "Friends." Why? Because friends are the greatest joys in all of God's creation! As I remember a quote saying "Life without friends is no life at all." And truly, that is correct. Life without friends would be a misery. Imagine never being loved, called "friend", or cherished by those that surround you. It truly wouldn't be what one would call "A Happy Life."

No one can ask "why?" there. Because everyone has friends, and each and everyone of you know that your friends mean the whole world to you, and there is no way that you would want to do with out them. No one could ever deny that I am correct.

A friend is someone who can love you, that you can love, and that you can hold on to throughout all of your life. Every girl( and I'm sure guy) likes having a friend that they can enjoy throughout all their days. They like having a friend that loves them, that will share in all their joys, a friend to talk to, to laugh with, and to turn to in time of need.

Some friendships are hard to go by. I've heard many a times that it's hard to find a true friend that will always stick with you unto the end. I've heard of cases where friends leave one another just to start a friendship with someone else. Imagine that. You had been friends with someone for you whole life then all the sudden he or she walked out on you only to become friends with a complete stranger. Wouldn't that be just awful?

So you see, we should never take our friendship's for granted. God blessed each and everyone with a friend, or maybe 10 friends to enjoy each and everyday. Some our closer to you than others, but they were all given to you so that you may have someone to love, and for them to love you.

I've never had to experience the hard truth of finding a friend. I grew up with quite a few, and have made SO many more over the years that I have moved, and even over the internet. I've gotten in contact with those I hadn't heard from in years, and I've made many a friends over my blog. But there are those out there who are struggling to find a true Christian friend, one that will always stick with you. I was told the other day by a blogger friend who had also just recently moved that she had no friends in her new area. She was beginning to meet a girl, but hadn't known her for very long, so she needed prayers. Well, let me tell you something...

...Not only have we been blessed with earthly friendships, but also a heavenly friend who loves us more than any earthly friend could ever possibly do. He died so that we may have life, he's given us his love and devotion, he shares in our joys, and comforts us when we are low or brokenhearted. Who could ask for a better friend than that. So I feel as if I am surrounded by friendship! With everyone, from the heavens to the earth! What an amazing God we serve, and what wonderful glories and blessings he has bestowed upon me and you.

I have been blessed beyond measure with all the dear friends in my life. I could never ever begin to tell you how each and everyone of them mean to me. If I told you about them all, it would take me weeks, no MONTHS to tell you. THAT is how much they mean to me, THAT is how dear they are, and THAT is how much I love them!

If you ask me, those who have friends don't need riches. For if you have friends you are the riches person in all of the Kingdom! (Meaning the whole world!) I'm the riches person in all the whole world! God has given me the type of friends that I can always enjoy, that I can love, and that I can turn, or stick with whether it be good or bad. I love each of my friends a whole bunch. Some I love more than others, but each is a gift from God, and I could never EVER begin to express my thanks to all of you who have stuck with me through every thing and through all of life! Its been the type of friendship that will last into eternity!

Know that I LOVE every one of you, so very dearly, and miss you all more than words can tell! You all are the best friends in all the world! What more would I have to say than that?!.

But, since every friend is to be cherished, why don't everyone thank the Lord for them right now,(Or whenever you are reading this post) but not only that, I want everyone to stop for another minute, and tell all the dear friends in your life how much you really do appreciate them. Tell them how much they really do mean to you, tell them that you love them, and how much you really care. There is nothing like the present, and if you do it now, imagine the happiness you will bring them this day!

With Love,

~GRACIE~

A giveaway from "Under My Umbrella"!

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Come on over y'all and visit this lovely blog from a dear friend, Lucia who is hosting a HUGE giveaway on her blog at: Under My Umbrella. Everything is extremely lovely, and when I say extremely, I really mean it! She has 25 prizes that you just might be able to win! Imagine that! And everything is so lovely and definitely worth getting, especially considering you would win it for FREE!!

So hop on over to Miss Lucia's blog(The link is above), and see what you can win!! All of the instructions are there, and believe me, you will NOT regret your entry! Have fun, and Good Luck! I'm definitely entering no matter what you all do, so come and join me if you wish! =D

Walking in a Winter Wonderland...

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Goodies. Desserts. All that and more.

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The other day a friend was asking for samples of everything that I had been making. Well, I've decided to add down some recipes that everyone might like, make, and enjoy themselves. And Tirzah, some of the recipes that you were wanting, I'm posting on here as well. =)

We shoot it off by; Butter Balls! (Sometimes known as wedding cakes or snow balls.)

1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1 cup chopped pecans. (Those are very optional)
1/3 cup powdered sugar (to roll cookies in.)

~Beat butter on medium speed for 30 seconds-- add sugar, beat until fluffy. Add flour, beat on low until well blinded. Stir in pecans. (If you ask me, those are more than optional, I would definitely not use them. Their nasty. =P But that is me speaking, so do what you like. ) Shape into one inch balls, and place on and ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 325 for about 20 minutes, Roll powdered sugar when cool.

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Peanut Butter Cookies

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. Vanilla
1 1/4 cup flour
3/4 tsp. Soda
1/4 tsp. salt

~Mix. Spoon on pan and flatten with fork. Cake at 375.

Peanut butter cookies are very good. And to tell you the truth, they are exceedingly easy to make, and great for all to enjoy.

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Yum Yum Squares

2/3 cups butter
2 1/3 brown sugar
1 tsp water
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder.
3 eggs.
1tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 cup flour
1 tsp. salt
1 cup chocolate chips.

~Mix. Grease pan and bake at 350 for about 25 minutes.

Yum Yum squares are amazing! They are great for all the family, and makes a whole big pan that will last awhile. Unless of course you have a big family like us, then they are usually gone the next day. But anyway... not to get into all that.

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Pumpkin Roll

3 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 tsp. Baking powder
1/2 tsp. Salt.
2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 cup flour
2/3 cup pumpkin

Filling;

1 cup powdered sugar
tbs butter
cream cheese
1 tsp vanilla

~ Preheat on 375, Beat eggs for 5 minutes, and mix everything together. Place on buttered, floured pan. When done lay towel out with powdered sugar. Place on towel, spread icing on, and roll up.

Pumpkin Roll is heavenly. I've always loved it, and everyone who tries it enjoys it as well. I've made it about twice now, and I LOVE to do so! Its fun, and SO good! Someone would have to be insane not to like pumpkin roll. I'd eat it every day, if I could. =P

How does that sound guys? I so hope that you enjoy the recipes, and that you enjoy them. I shall be trying to put more on constantly, and at different periods of the days. So stop by and see what else may come about over the week. Have a great weekend, and God Bless!

Did someone say "Birthday?", "Presents" ,"Cake?"

2011-01-04T18:49:00.001-05:00

*sings* ..."Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday, Dear Clara, Happy Birthday to you!"

Today is a very big day for Clara Mae Brown. She has turned the big and lucky number "7" today! Wow, right? Seems like just yesterday I was rocking her to sleep, reading her books, telling her stories, taking her baths (Still sorta do that.. Hehe!) and saving her from the vacuum. =P

For those who don't know Clara, let me give you a brief glimpse into what she is like. First off, she is 6 years old-- ere, beg your pardon, 7 years old now. ( Told you time flies by fast, it takes quite a while to get used to how old your siblings really are once their birthdays hit. I even do that with myself some of the times out in public and when it has just been my birthday... Hehe!) Clara loves pink--simply loves it! I believe that if she had the choice she would not only have a pink room, but a pink house. Wouldn't that be a sight to be seen? She likes to play dolls and be their little mommy, and loves Barbie movies. :P

Not only does Clara share our Grandpa's exact birthday, but she was also named after Papaw's Mom. How sweet is that? ( So a VERY Happy Birthday To Papaw as well!) I think Papaw and Clara really like that fact.

Now, you will never EVER guess what kind of cake we had for her birthday. Get ready for a big surprise; Pink icing, and pink cake. Whew is right! It was very good, and very rich, but just a little too much, what would you call it... pink? :P Hehe!

And I believe that Clara has had a very good birthday! So come on over and wish her a Happy Birthday! And at the same time, I hope all of you are having an absolute wonderful day!

The Beginning of another year...

2011-01-01T17:01:00.016-05:00

Well, its the beginning of another year. Who could of imagined that this year would of arrived as quickly as it has. I know that I sure wouldn't have. It seems impossible that Christmas is already over, and also that its the first of January 2011. Its hard to even get the words out of my mouth. But, all things are possible, so I guess its not unbelievable. But when you try to say it, it sure sounds impossible. :P

Its amazing how fast time can fly though, without the slightest wave. I remember last year; Some really good friends of ours had come down all the way from Indiana to spend a week with us, and what a blessing to discover they could welcome in the New Year with us. What fun, right? But can it really be a year since that day? Seems like it was but yesterday.

There is nothing like leaving the old year, than with games, movies, friends, and loads of laughter!! This year we had over the Holley Family, and the Maddox family to help us welcome in the New year. We had so much fun-- we watched movies, ate such wonderful food, there were games to be played, and you could hear laughter ringing throughout the house. When the clock struck midnight everyone was waiting for the New year to arrive. Everyone was starring at the clock just waiting for it to finally hit its mark. When it did there were "Happy New Years" and the ringing of guns out side our windows.

Yes, the guys just had to go out and shoot their guns. Poor little kids didn't know if a war was erupting or what. ;) Hehe! But no, we didn't have fireworks, so guns work splendidly, do they not? They may of made us jump, but if anyone was sleepy, they wouldn't of been so after that. (Although, there were to tiny babies who slept through the whole process of whom shall be kept nameless. *winks*)

Then what better way to start the New Year than with a big smile, just greeting it when it comes your way. Our New Year started out beautifully, and I believe when it comes to an end, we shall be able to say that it was yet another wonderful year given to us by a most wonderful God!

I hope all of you had a wonderful New Year, and that you were able to greet it with a big smile, and a prayer. I hope that you were able to greet it with no dread amongst you, but that it was greeted with all wonderment, and praise to God above!

Thank you Lord for another year given unto us, may we live it wisely in the nurture of your grace and love, and may we never forget that we live by your will, and it is by that will, and by your love that we have been given another year to come. Guide us through it, and may we live it to please you in every way and in every form.

Happy New Years Everyone, and may it bring forth another wonderful year in which to live it in.

~HAPPY NEW YEARS!~

I never once said that we weren't crazy! ;) But hey, crazy can be good. :P

Playing a fun game "Catch Phrase." You could hear the grown-ups laughing in the far room. ;)

More laughing. Told ya I was telling the truth about all the laughter. ;) Who knew that changing a persons voice on a DSI could make a person laugh so hard? We laughed so hard! So I can vouch for it being true. ;)

Darling little Liberty tires of her picture getting taken so many times. But It had to be done. ;)

Watching a funny movie called "The Apple Dumplin Gang." More laughing! ;D

A Review Of Sir Rowen.

2010-12-28T19:15:00.001-05:00

Sir Rowan and the Camerian Conquest was yet another great book by Chuck Black. Its filled with exciting adventure, loyalty to the King, and the duty between good and evil. Sir Rowan was but a lad when he was taught the duty of the Prince. He grew up learning the skill of the sword but instead of using his skill wisely, he went after fame and the longing of a hero and for the cheers of the people. Never did he know that he was going in the wrong direction until he was attacked and almost put to death. From that day forward he swore that if he lived he would honor the king and his code. Rowan was saved from a fair maiden that he married and grew to love with his whole heart. Never did he know that one day he would lose the woman of his dreams, but the time did come and he mourned her death more than anything. But Rowan didn't give up hope. He continued fighting, even harder than he had before! Sir Rowan fought hard, and died a victorious death. But that wasn't the end of this mighty Sir Rowan because he was not dead; Instead he lived only to be with the King, one whom he had fought for with all his being. So on he lived, was reunited with his wife, and lived for eternity afterwards with the man he had fought hard for, and that man was The Prince... and the honor of the code!

A beautiful snow morning.

2010-12-27T18:43:00.000-05:00

Guess what y'all?!? At around 11.00 Christmas night it started snowing, and it actually stuck. Well, sorta. As you can tell its not a load of snow that you've ever seen, and it didn't even stick for as long as one would like it to, but it was STILL snow! That night right before Christmas day was about over it started snowing and stayed until Sunday mid-morning. Amazing huh? Well, maybe not for those who get snow every year, but around Georgia it has to take a miracle in order to get what we did. But, God created a miracle that Christmas night, because it wasn't supposed to snow. Weather channels was saying that it wasn't supposed to, UNTIL the time came.

So, I got my Snow white Christmas! Its amazing how the smallest things can work out in your favor. God just saw fit to give us a little snow this year-- and I'm loving it! It has melted, and the only thing that can prove the snow was here is by remembrance. But I'm thankful. Just the tiniest things can make me happy, and seeing the snow fall from the sky made me more than just a little happy! Thank you Lord for your goodness!

But God is always miraculous, and even in the smallest things we should always wait on his perfect timing. Have you ever wanted something so bad, but you knew you had to wait on God's timing, so you waited. Waited some more. And waited even some more. But, then you got tired of waiting cause it was getting too late. You thought that there was no way it could ever happen now, I mean, its just way too late. BUT, only to find out you get it later than you expected. Then you start wondering why in the world you doubted. Well, everyone doubts once in awhile, its sometimes hard not to. But we must always remember that God's timing is perfect. There are specific things that you have to wait longer than you bargained for. And truly, you'll find out that it was all for the best, and was the best time of day to receive your answered prayer. Always wait on the Lord with all the belief that you can, and you'll find everything is worked out in due time.

Well, Christmas is already over. Can you believe it? I sure can't. It seems that in the summer we thought it would never get here. A couple of weeks we thought it would never get here. But now its over with. Now how did that happen? But we all had a very Merry Christmas, and it truly was one to always remember! There was much fun, many joy tidings, and many happy people.

I hope everyone else had a Merry Christmas as well, and if you like come and share your Christmas day with me. Tell me all you did, and how much fun you had! I'd love to hear about it, and if you are anything like me, you'll be dying to tell anybody you can about it. ;)

Now on to the New year...

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-22T19:24:00.000-05:00

Well, I am finally done with my Christmas gifts, and even done with wrapping them! I feel so good I could almost fly... well, not literally, but I sure would like too! As everyone knows, we only have 3 days until Christmas. In the summer we thought it would never get here, now we only have three days left? What has happened? Time sure has flew by fast this year, but I must say its been a very good year! (Which makes me very happy.) God truly blesses all of those that follow after him, in every area. In every way. He is good to each and everyone of us-- way beyond what we deserve! So this Christmas and every Christmas we should always be putting God first, reading the birth story of Jesus Christ who was born in a manger and always knowing that Christmas is all about him; Not us.

Like I said above, all of my Christmas gifts are done, so I am ready for Christmas. Come tomorow, which is Thursday we shall be getting together with my Aunt and her family and shall have a joyful time, with a hearty meal, there shall be exchanging of gifts, and celebrating in the birth of our Lord.

Friday, Christmas Eve, we shall be doing our family Christmas. There will be singing, reading the birth of Christ, snacking, eating, and then the big show of opening all of the BUNCH of presents that are under the tree. This shall be Liberty's second Christmas, but this year it shall be different because she is old enough to want to open the presents herself. Already she goes to all of the presents wishing to open every single one, but of course that is not permissive right now. So just imagine the joy on her face when she gets to open all of her presents! That is what I love about Christmas! The joy of giving makes a person feel so very light and thankful! Knowing that you just made a person happy makes ME feel happy myself!

So the busyness of it all I may not be able to get on my blog come Christmas, so I want to wish you all a Merry, Merry Christmas! May it bring you all the joy in all the world, and may it be the best Christmas that you have ever experienced! May God bless you all this Christmas, and don't anyone ever forget the true meaning of every Christmas!!

~MERRY CHRISTMAS MY DEAR FRIENDS!!!~

Christmas Blessings!

2010-12-18T20:19:00.000-05:00

Christmas Blessings

1. Jesus Christ-- who came to be born into this world, and then die on the cross for all of our sins.

2. My family-- who has stuck together through good and bad times. Who of which I am blessed to have in my life.

3.My relatives-- whom have always been so very dear to me. Who I grew up with, and whom I love so very much! I have the best family members ever!

4. My dearest friends-- whom I love so very dearly! I have the best friends in life, and there is no way I could ever do without them. I wouldn't exchange them for the world! I won't mention them by name, but they know who they are, and I thank God for them everyday!

5. Holidays-- Christmas, thanksgiving; those two and more that reminds us of God's love, and our many blessings.

6. Laughter-- a sign that someone is happy, and rejoicing in the beauty of God's world.

7. Love-- For Jesus love, and the love of all my dearest friends, and family, and everyone in my life.

The number up to seven, in representing how many more days left we have until Christmas! A week is so very little, and will be here before we know it! But lets always still remember the true meaning of Christmas, and how many blessings God has given us in our lives. So what seven top things has God blessed you with this year? Please leave your comment below, and name your seven blessings pronouncing it to the world, to show God's wondrous goodness!

~HAPPY HOLIDAYS!~

Hustle And Bustle.

2010-12-14T19:04:00.000-05:00

Its the Holidays, so must I say more? Come Christmas Wal-mart is crowded. Well, really, everywhere is crowded. It would not even seem like Christmas if everyone wasn't out doing their Christmas shopping, sending out packages, etc. So Christmas time is definitely a hustle and bustle..

Saturday I felt in the mood of sending out Christmas cards. So, for the first time in all my life this year made my very own Christmas cards to send out to the dearest of my friends. It was so much fun. Some I did and re-did(and I can add another re-did to the list. *cheesy grin*), but I got them done. I have always loved making cards, they are tremendously fun! Home-made cards are my favorite, so that is what I did. I made cards practically the whole day. (That is after the cleaning was done and out of the way.) So really, that doesn't make it an all day process. But it seemed like all day. =P It was so fun making them, now I cannot wait until Christmas time next year so I can hopefully even send out more than I did this year. Monday I was able to get them sent out, so I'm excited! I know how much *I* love receiving cards in the mail, I know others must as well. And if they love it as much as I do, oh how I wish I could see their face's while reading opening it.

*grunts* Then again, I'd be kinda scared. =P I have miserable handwriting, so I actually wouldn't want to see eyes squinted in order to read what I have to say. BUT, if you ask me its not the handwriting that counts, its the giving. If I had the money I would send every single one of my friends a gifts-- something they have always dreamed of. But the joy of Christmas is giving. I love to give. You here that? L.O.V.E giving! Sure its great fun getting presents, I totally agree, cause believe me, I love gifts. But what counts is the gifts itself. When I imagine the look on everyone's face when they go to open their gifts.. isn't that just way better than receiving a gift yourself? You just gave someone joy from your heart--just made someone happy with the gift that you bestowed upon them. Without expecting anything in return. A person does not deserve a present if the only thing they care about is receiving, and wishing for something them-self rather than making another happy.

So what type of person are you going to be this year? Are you going to be one that would rather receive a gift greedily, or are you going to be one that loves to give the gift better than receiving all others? Just think about it. And truly, you'll find that you can get something you want easier with a cheerful heart and by giving to others than you can by wanting something beyond your expectation. Its always better to give than to receive, and lets not ever, EVER forget that.

This year as I have mention before I made all of my gifts. I'd give anything to have enough money to buy for those who are yearning for something they have always wanted, but there is nothing like the joy of giving, and at least knowing that I am giving... making those around me most happy!

Yesterday I went Christmas shopping with Mom. (And you can add Grocery shopping to the list.) As usual, the place was exceedingly crowded. Exceedingly. I walked around the entire store, and it was rare that and Isle at least had ONE person in it. That day I was able to send out my cards and a Christmas package. I was so excited knowing that in just a few days they shall be received...

Today my, my siblings and Mother all got together and started baking a whole load of cookies. Fun right? Baking is always great fun... but Christmas baking? Mmmm. Mmmm. Being able to decorate them up both red and green. Sprinkled with beautiful colors, etc. Want a sneak peak into what we made? If you all are hungry I advise you not to look, for you might discover that afterward you are even hungrier than you were before. ;)

The cookies above are quite yummy! As you can tell they have yet to be cooked in the picture above, but sorry, forgot to take a picture of them cooked. *silly laugh*

Next, *mouth waters*, as you can tell are chocolate covered pretzels. Don't you all just love those things? Chocolate covered pretzels, quite heavenly. ;)

Next is a mixture of both cheerios, Reece's and pretzel pieces coated with white chocolate. If you ask me, ANYTHING you dip in white chocolate is bound to be good. And... it is. ;D

I've been quite busy with Christmas items of late, haven't I? And I'm not finished. I have practically finished Christmas gifts, unless of course I end up thinking up something else to make. Then tomorrow I shall hopefully be starting my wrapping. There is nothing like wrapping gifts and listening to music, am I right? So that is my next "to-do" and I shall practically be done with everything and then, it shall be Christmas! *gasp*

So what have you been doing to get ready for Christmas?

Happy Holidays Everyone!

LET IT SNOW!

2010-12-11T18:19:00.015-05:00

"Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!"

Snow glistening in the trees-- how lovely! But no, sadly it has not snowed here yet.. sure, the picture above could fool a person, but that is where Picasa comes in handy. Seriously though, this year I am hoping it snows. I'm so used to snow, that it never does seem like Christmas without it. (sadly.) Last year it snowed, we were able to go out and *play*, and just have a wonderful time! It so reminded me of the wonderful times spent back in my Childhood come, Indiana! Where every year we would get LOADS of snow throughout the whole winter. There would be snowball fights, snowmen to build, and sledding. *gasp* What fun! I told Mom the other day that I am definitely going to go for a sleigh ride sometime in my life. Oh boy would that be fun!!

This year I hope it snows like it did last year, only it wouldn't hurt if we had just a little bit more than last time so we could actually build a real snowman. ;) Snow doesn't only bring on good memories...

But, also I simply L.O.V.E the look of snow! Isn't it just beautiful? It makes everything look so magnificent, and makes the Christmas seem so jolly! So this year I am hoping for lots of snow come Christmas! So as I wait, I shall keep singing over and over again "Let it snow, let it snow, let it SNOW"!

~HAPPY HOLIDAYS~

Picture Of The Day!

2010-12-09T15:59:00.002-05:00

Isn't that just darling? You sure can't beat a face like that! Looks mighty comfortable and happy, does she not? Be Merry Everyone as Christmas draws near, always remember the true meaning of Christmas, and enjoy each and every day!!

Covenant Baptist Church

2010-12-09T15:34:00.000-05:00

A Knightly Review

2010-12-07T13:54:00.000-05:00

Sir Quinlan and the Swords of Valor was a great read, in my opinion. The book was written by Chuck Black, who is a very good author. I love all of his work, and have read many of his books including The Kingdom Series. They are always so full of stories representing truths found in the Bible. He has a way of writing that keeps his readers interested from the very start. Sir Quinlan and the Swords of Valor was full of adventure and Sir Quinlan’s duty to follow after the Prince in every particular way. Sir Quinlan was brought up with his dear friend but had to sacrifice his friendship in order to follow the Prince. He set out without knowing much of what he would have to face or what would come about, but he moved with trust, just like we should do in our walk with Christ. He ended up failing his Uncle, but the Prince was not done with him yet. The Prince still had many plans for Quinlan. Quinlan became commander in the war and conquered back what the evil had taken away. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Chuck Black’s books, and enjoys a good adventure involving knights and loyalty.

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.

The true meaning of Christmas.

2010-12-04T15:46:00.000-05:00

Isn't it amazing how fast time flies? Last I knew it I was enjoying the time off of School for my Summer Break. Now, everything is dying, the weather is turning cold, and everyone is putting up their Christmas decorations. What happened?

But don't you just love going out at night and seeing all the beautiful colors of lights, and the many decorations surrounding ones place? We have never been one to decorate the outside of our house(which, if you would of left me in charge, things would probably of been different.).

Christmas is probably a lot of peoples favorite holiday. Why? To tell you the truth, I don't exactly know why. Maybe it was because there was no School, everyone was so cheerful, snow would be falling, and to top that all off, there would be presents.

But is that the real reason of Christmas? No, I don't believe that it is. Actually, I know it is not. Sure, its great to get excited, and to enjoy all of the above, but we are not to get caught up in it all and forget the real purpose of Christmas.

And what is that? It is the birth of Christ. Jesus wasn't really born in December. To tell you the truth, no one exactly knows when Jesus was born. But the very first time Jesus's birth was celebrated was on December 25. From then until now it has always been celebrated on that day.

Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of Christ, not to celebrate some fake Santa. Christmas is now about Santa, getting presents, time off of School, or fun. It is a time to Celebrate the birth of Christ.

Everyone forget the real meaning of Christmas. The Bible says that it is better to "give than it is to receive." I just love the joy of giving. To me the joy on the receivers faces is worth much more than a gift of my own.

Also, why does it seem that every Christmas everyone is so merry and gay? To tell you the truth, I get mightily merry when Christmas comes around as well. And I agree that everyone should be very merry, but why can't every year round be merry? We are to always be merry through life for all that God has given us. Everyday is a blessing, and it is not just supposed to be the holidays that bring about the merriment. Its supposed to be throughout every day, in every-way, because it is yet another day granted.

But lets always, always, always remember the true meaning of Christmas and what it truly signifies. Lets not get caught up in life's merriment and forget what we are truly supposed to be celebrating. Lets remember this Christmas that it is all about him and what he does. Its now about us and what we want. Its about Jesus Christ, and all that he is. So never forget who Christmas is really about, and have a merry good Christmas!

JOY TO THE WORLD!

Bringing in the Christmas Cheer.

2010-11-30T13:39:00.000-05:00

The Best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. ~Elf.

Friday I believe it was, we finally got our tree. Not any ole tree, but a real one! The fake ones(no offense to those who have them) just seem way to junky compared to the real live ones. They smell wonderfully, and just look.. well, they look real and lively! So, we got our tree. I must say, after we received the tree EVERYONE became in the Christmas cheer. Music was automatically turned on, and then everyone got up and started dancing(literally)! What fun!

Friday was a little too busy to decorate it, for that night we had The Holley Family over and started out the Christmas cheer (can't quite call it Christmas, for it is not exactly Christmas yet, so I shall be calling it the Christmas Cheer, for all of you who are wondering.) with a movie... ELF! Isn't that just a funny movie? We all love it, and it surely is a great way to start out Christmas, don't you all think? Sure, it can be corny, but its a good corny, and can't exactly hurt anyone. As I am sure that all who have seen it would agree to it being quite fun!

Saturday we finally got around to decorating our tree, and what fun that was! I just love decorating--simply love it! Christmas Trees are fun! They really add to ones decorating... but we must never forget what the tree really symbolizes... and that is Eternal Life. Isn't the tree gorgeous?

What are you all doing this Christmas, and have you got your tree yet?

Christmas Cheer,
~Gracie~

Last Chance Thanksgivingers!

2010-11-24T18:39:00.001-05:00

No... Thanksgivingers is not a word. ;)

But, Okay everybody, this is your last chance to buy something from our Etsy Shop. After Thanksgiving the Price's shall be going up to normal, so if you want a good deal, please order now, or sometime before Thanksgiving is over.

We have added some new items to the list... there is now some more beautiful hats, and also a new handmade bag/purse. Also, all of you Ipod fans, if you want a unique case to carry it in, this is just the thing for you.

So, if you have your orders, please do so soon, but for now; Happy Thanksgiving,and enjoy your day full of fun, food, and thanks to God who has given you everything. God bless each and everyone of you!

Different colors... your choice.

If you like color..

If you are most simple...

And for the very last, of which I like the very best...

Holiday Joy!

2010-11-23T17:04:00.017-05:00

Once again, the weather is changing, and everything outside is turning cold. Now, it is time to get out the scarves, the hats, and the Hot Chocolate. ;) I just love chilly evenings. Especially if it turns so cold that a fire has to be started. If we were in Indiana right now, we would be having to wear coats, for the snow would be beginning to fall!

Isn't snow beautiful? It always makes me so happy to see snow on the ground. We used to be snowed in many years back, unable to go anywhere because of all the ice. But, now we rarely see it. GA isn't the best place to have snow. Its always too warm, and will only snow maybe once after a couple of years. BUT, last year we were really blessed to have quite a bit of snow. Sure, it wasn't enough to sled, or build the best of snowmen, but it was snow! And I loved it!

There was no way that I was going to keep myself inside, so we spent a glorious time outside in the bitter cold! This year, I hope it snows even more! I love the look. I love the feel. I love everything about snow. (except maybe when it gets *too* cold.) But snow reminds me so much of the wonderful times we spent in Indiana. Some were good. Some were bad. But it was all life.

Two main things I remember about it was every day if we wanted to get out we had to shovel the driveway. You talking about work. Whew! That was hard, and at the same time you would be freezing to death! Or, stacking wood in the woodpile in order to get it when the snow would hit!

But it was all fun, and when I look back on it, I remember how fun it really was. Even if it was cold. Even if it was hard. =P

So, can you all guess what holiday is coming up? THANKSGIVING! Woo! I just love Thanksgiving, don't y'all? We had our first Thanksgiving dinner Sunday. Man was there a bunch of food. If you ever think you are starving, stop by someones house on Thanksgiving, and you will never be hungry again. I ate so much I barely busted! Food is so wonderful, and I just love helping make the dinner!

Thursday, the actual day of Thanksgiving we are going to be having the day spent with some of our relations, the Maddox's. Thanksgiving without family is no Thanksgiving at all! I have many memories of Thanksgiving dinners spent with with all of our relatives. We would go from each house on both sides of our families different days, and eat loads of fun! All days were full of thanks to God above for who and what he is, and for what he has given us!

God has blessed us with so much. We have everything in all the world to be thankful for, and for that alone I am most gracious!

First off I am thankful for my Lord and savior. He has given me a life, and a will to live. He's given me all that a girl could possibly want, and he has blessed me beyond measure.

Secondly, I am thankful for my Family. (Relatives also.) Imagine would life would be like without a family to love you, or relatives to come and visit? It would be quite sad. But, he has given me a family, and many, many relatives whom I love oh so dearly, and for that I thank the Lord everyday!

Thirdly, and quite importantly, I am most thankful for all my dear, dear friends! Friends are like heaven sent down. Life wouldn't be the same if we didn't have friends to laugh with, hug, enjoy, love, and be with. They are joy from above, and makes all days glad! I have the very best friends in all the whole entire world! And I thank God most graciously for sending them to me. Both new and old!

Fourthly, I am thankful for life itself. Sometimes we may all wonder why we were put here on earth, but then we remember his goodness, his love, and most importantly his purpose in our lives. Every day is another day gained, if only we live our lives to the fullest!

I am thankful for food, clothes, laughter, music, cameras, computers, love, joy, peace, company and everything else there is to be thankful for! God is so very good!!

What main things are you most thankful for? And what are you doing this Thanksgiving?

Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!!!

Blessings on these holiday seasons,

~Gracie~

All Items are on Sale.

2010-11-19T16:44:00.000-05:00

So, lately on our Etsy Shop we have had four sales.(Hurray for us!) Its all going beautifully, and we are getting more orders in by and by. But, from now until Thanksgiving, I want to announce that we are having a sale. If you order now, or before Thanksgiving, you shall be getting a tremendous deal. So please order one and all, and hurry!

We have also added more to the collection, there are a few different scarves(more on the way), and of different colors! Also a new item called the "Jolly owl." Isn't it too cute?

If you would like to order... just go straight to this link. Etsy Shop

A lovely green

And a blue

The Jolly Owl

Destination Destruction.

2010-11-19T14:18:00.001-05:00

Our Etsy Shop

2010-11-16T20:22:00.000-05:00

Guess what everyone? Recently I have been most busy knitting scarves, and have finally, along with My Mom and Sister, have started an Etsy Shop. How exciting is that? I just love to knit! There shall be washrags, and scarves, all for y'alls liking to buy if you choose.

They are all hand-knit, and the color of your choice. So hop on over and buy yourself a scarf for the winter @ Our Etsy Shop.

Can't wait to see you all there; And hope you find something that you like!

Your dream among other dreams.

2010-11-16T19:28:00.002-05:00

Walking down the lane you see a beautiful mansion all elegantly furnished, and oh how you wish that place was yours. You imagine all the dreams that could be fulfilled if only you were rich like those that live in the house that stands before you. You could live a life of a Queen; if only you had their riches. You could visit the place's that you have always wished, you could eat all that you like, you could travel the globe, have as much jewels in your possession-- anything you want! Everything would be wonderfully if you had everything you wanted, your dreams would easily be fulfilled, and you would be the happiest of all people. No longer would you have to worry about being sad and weary, but right here, right now, if only...

Sounds like a nice dream, does it not? Everyone loves to get new clothes, live in mighty mansions, eat delicious food whenever you like-- you could have anything you want! And just imagine being happy every single day! No worry. No sadness. No more living the life as a peasant, but now as a Queen.

I have many dreams. Some of which may come true, some that may not. But I still have them, and I still want them. Is it all right to have dreams? YES! Most definitely it is!

We are allowed to have dreams... just not allowed for them to become our number one priority in life. One of my dreams is to travel to somewhere new, somewhere glorious. Or even better; Go to Europe on my honey moon so as I can visit Ireland, or maybe even Scotland. Imagine traveling to a different country over the wide wide seas, just searching for something new!

That I am afraid is one of those dreams that may not come true. If you notice I said "may not", I never said "Never." Its not my will that I am counting on, it is God's. Sure, I would like to visit some place across the ocean, but if it is not God's will, then I shall be extremely happy.

Besides, I have been thinking about it an awfully lot. And the more I think about it, the more I have come to the conclusion that I would much rather spend either my Honey moon being happy, then knowing the next day we shall be considerably poor, fighting for a life the rest of our days.

No. That isn't my dream. If you ask me, anywhere I spend with my husband I shall be considerably happy. Where he is happy. I am happy. If its not God's will for us to go across the ocean; Then it is my will as well. I want a dream to be fulfilled that I can always look upon with happiness, not dread.

So what I am saying is, it is better to go according to God's will, then it is to go against it, wishing all along that it had happened. God's will should be all of ours.

There are more dreams then just traveling, there is the issue of marriage, and where we shall live, there is the issue of what house to live in, and how to live one's life. Well, number one; God picks out your husband for you, and whoever he chooses he will send in good time. So no one has to worry about that. Its all in God's hands. He will let you know when you have met the right one. As to number two; Wherever my husband wants to live, I want to live. So really, I don't even have to worry about that. And what house; That also is God's will. If it is meant for me and my husband to be poor, not rich and living in the grandest house in the district, then so be it. All I want is a wonderful life with my husband.

We must always remember that true happiness does not consist in getting everything that we want. Just having life should be wondrous enough. God put each of us here for a reason, and that reason we are to fulfill in our daily life.

When you really think about it, the less we have the more happy we really are. For if we don't have so much, we won't always be putting it above us. True happiness consist in doing God's will. And living the life that he deems best. There is always a reason. In every way. In everyday.

So we may all have dreams, but in the end, whether they are fulfilled or not, we should always remember that this way is best. Why? Because God's will is best. He shall always bring everything out all right. No matter how many dreams we have, we must always remember the the most important one of them all is doing God's will. And if we learn that, and live for that, our lives truly shall be more happy then living the life as a Queen.

You all must have noticed my change in my blog. I love palace's! They are so beautiful! And it looks as if it is a happy place. One worth living in. But you want to know something? It really fits my life. Here I am, not rich, not seeing all the place's I would like to see, not surrounded by all of my dear friends and family, but I am still rich. And still consider myself rich. But I am rich in Jesus Christ. He has given me more blessing than I truly deserve. Way more. He's given me a home to at least live in, food on the table, and family to love, friends to enjoy(even if they are all so far away), nature to enjoy, and the abilities to do what I like. What is according to God's will.

So while we all have our dreams, and hope for them to come true, we must always remember that our lives are happy now. Our lives have been happy, and always shall be happy if only we trust in God and follow his will in our lives.

I am truly Happy living the life that I do. And someday, you may either find me roaming the skirts of Scotland, or maybe just visiting the beautiful mountains of America, but which ever it shall be, I want the whole world to know that' I AM, AND SHALL ALWAYS BE HAPPY!!!

If you ask me...this is true happiness; It may not be Paris. It may not be Europe, but its right here in my life and shall never go away,

Old Friends , Adventure, Photography, Dear Friends, Family, and most importantly; The love of God, not to mention much, MUCH more!!

Feel free to list your dreams... but most of all; Your happiness that you have today. Have a good night all, and God Bless each and everyone of you!

Made by: James Brown Jr.

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Fun Fall Photography!

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A new look, and a song in the air!

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Joy, Happiness, and peace! All three in the one. God is a wonderful Father, both to you and me. He has blessed his Children with all that they deserve--even more than they deserve! We should always praise him for all he is, and all that he has given us.

I love to sing, dance, and be merry! Its my specialty you might say. If no one is happy, I love to go around making them ten times happier then what they were before! Sometimes its quite hard to be happy when others are not, but I do my best to succeed.

We should all always take joy in the life that we live-- in everything that God has given us, and in all that we are. Never to doubt our beings, never to bring ourselves down so low to the ground. But always walk humbly in the Lord, cherishing every moment of every day.

We are not to live a life of dread, and sadness. Why should we be sad when we have such a wonderful savior as our Lord.?!?!?! If you ask me? NEVER! Be happy in the Lord and in all that he does!

I love taking pleasure in many things. Sure, I am not always ready with a "Hop and a skip and a jump", but when I am; just the tiniest thing can make me happy. Like a beautiful fall walk out in a stupendous day, a smile on someones face wishing me a wonderful day, a friend there to talk with, a family member to laugh at/with, a song in the cool breeze, a day good enough for pictures, a walk in the park, a bird singing in the trees, a big bright new moon, a good movie or book.

All that and more! As you can see I have changed my blog around. Exciting huh? After the succession of that, it has made me extremely happy! I love the new look, and it looks quite in-thrilling. I have been getting quite tired of the old look. It can get quite boring when everything just stays the exact same. I don't like big change, but I like just a little. Its part of life. No one stays the same anyway. Besides, a new look always looks fresh.

So what makes you all happy? And what do you think of my new "look"?!?!

True Friends!

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~Friendship~

Last night we enjoyed a wonderful time at a friends house where we got to meet new acquaintances, dear friends, ate delicious food, sang songs, played instruments, talked, and played games. What fun!

I just love making new friends! I am so very thankful for all the ones I do have... but when God brings even more into my life, I am overwhelmed with gratitude and praise! God truly is good!

Friends are such precious things in life. They mean a lot to us no matter what. They are always there for you-- Ready to give a smile, a hand, or a kind gesture. They are always kind, loving, sweet, no matter the case.
Everyone is different, but true friends love no matter what one make look like, no matter how tall or short one may be-- they all mean the same!

So what is true friendship?

Its love no matter. Sticking with each other no matter what happens. Being the type of friends we should be. And always being there for one another, through thick and thing, through love and joy.

I sometimes wonder where I would be without friends. They are a special gift sent from heaven, here to make us laugh, be with us when we are sad, and love like there is no end.

Friends are so special, and I have the very best friends in all the world. Some new. Some old. Some in between, but I love them all just the same!

They are the very best friends in all the world, and I love them oh so very dearly. You all know who you are, and I thank you a million for sticking with me through all the years, or even just through a few hours that we have met. You all mean the world to me, and I thank God for you every single day! Love and miss you guys, and hope to meet up with you all some day down the road really, really soon... Lord Willing!

Thank you Lord for your many blessings on me!

Fall Fun Filled Questions!!

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Yes this is Thursday, not Tuesday, but Thursday. I usually have my "Fun filled" days on every Tuesday, but lately, I have unfortunately been unable to keep up with the deadline. Not that I don't have anything to write, but my days are going by so fast, I don't know what to do. But starting today, I shall try and do my best in getting every blog post published.

Since I have skipped a couple of Tuesdays, how about having a BIG and wonderful Thursday that shall make up for the loss of such fun. I shall still be doing it on every Tuesday(unless by some chance it changes). But for now, enjoy this wonderful, most glorious Thursday afternoon/evening, and may it be filled with all the fun you may want.

Lately the weather here has been quite beautiful. Changes from hot to cool to chilly. My favorite is the middle. I like it where its perfect. But also, I love the latter as well. Why? Well, I shall tell you; First of all, I love to wear sweaters. They make me feel so comfortable, and I love snugging up. Also, that means it is chilly at night so I can sleep more peacefully, and snuggle up with my favorite heart pillow. ;)

So first question of the day is; What is your favorite type of weather?

Haven't you noticed the change in the air? No longer is everything lively, but instead are getting ready for the winter, turning such beautiful colors. Sure, that make sound drastic, I hate deadly things. But this type of dead is wonderful! Everything is so bright and beautiful, and taking a rest for the next beautiful spring. I love the Fall! Must say its my favorite Season. Sure, I like Spring as well, and it comes to close I usually have a very hard time choosing. For in the spring the birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, the weather is nice, and best of all; there is no School. But I have to agree that for now my favorite season is Fall.

Second Question of the day; What is your favorite season?

Once fall hits it seems like the days still go by pretty fast. The Summer is still quicker, but the fall does seem to fly by. For as you do know ' birds fly south to seek shelter', maybe that is the same way with the time. ;)
But seriously, the day's do go by mighty fast and before you know it; Its the holidays! I must say, that is one thing more that I love so much about the Fall. Thanksgiving is around the corner. And so is Christmas. Oh Christmas! I love the sound of it! Celebrating Jesus birth, giving to others, merry happy people. Wonderful! My favorite!

Third Question; What is your favorite holiday?

The other day I went out for a beautiful walk, but ended up taking a whole lot of pictures instead. Why? Because its fall! Outside was magnificent! Leaves were falling everywhere, and we have a tree right in the middle of our yard that turns yellow then falls to the ground from a big gust of wind. That makes it lovely! My siblings all raked up the pile of leaves and had a blast jumping in them. I remember doing that a lot when I was younger. Leaves are so very useful, and great fun!

Fourth question; What do you love to do best with leaves?

Around Christmas I get so merry, cheerful, and completely happy. I love the joy of giving! But it also reminds me of family. We spend many a years celebrating with our dear relations in Indiana. Every side of the Family would get together for Thanksgiving, and the house would be completely full! Christmas would be spent at home, but would all go to each others houses and exchange gifts. What fun we always had! So every holiday I miss that. Most assuredly yes! Every year I would much rather have company than all the gifts in all the world! Those are my treasures, and mean more to me than anything. Last year I got a very amazing miracle! I wanted company more than anything, I prayed and wished. The week around Christmas, that miracle came true. Friends came down to see us and stayed for quite a few days! Those are what I call "The best Christmas's ever!"

Fifth Question; What do you call "The very best Christmas"!?

Sixth Question; Where do you want to be most?

Seventh Question; What do you like most about the "fall"?

There you all go. Just go and answer each question, and if you do it right, its simply simple. Answer whenever you like, whether it is today, tomorrow, or 10 days from now. Just as long as you are having fun!
So have fun and I REALLY cannot wait to see all of you all's answers! =D

Fall Delight!

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Don't you all just love fall? Where the leaves turn beautiful colors, they fall, and the ground looks magnificent with all the beauty that has fell. Where the weather turns grand, and you feel light as a feather. I absolutely love it! Fall truly is delightful!

A voice to sing, and a voice to talk.

2010-10-26T14:31:00.001-04:00

I apologize for not keeping up with my posts this past week, but I have been kept very busy. We had the pleasure of having company come down last week, so the days were quite busy, and full of great fun. But I shall try to do my best into getting back on track. I hope that you all didn't miss me to much. ;)

Today is one of "Graceful Maidens" favorite days. Why? Because it is "Fun Filled Tuesday." Fun is a big word, one that I use a whole lot. Why? Because I love it! Fun and adventure are my most treasured "stunts." I love to be having a great time!

I do a lot of things to have fun. Its hard to say what, because I enjoy many things. The other day I came down with a sore throat, which led into me being unable to talk. The only thing that could come out of my mouth was a slight whisper, which, I had to talk my hardest and loudest in order to be heard.

I have always loved to talk, so I have always wondered what it would be like unable to talk. Well, I found out those three days. It was terrible. I couldn't sing. If I talked, it hurt quite badly. If I tried to yell(that was a sight. Nothing would come out of my mouth if I did that.), and found out that "Life without a voice is no life at all" for me.

I love to sing. I love to talk. And I told myself that as soon as I got my voice back, I was going to sing like there was no end. And talk the legs off of people. *winks* Not to meantion, I couldn't laugh very well either. Me, no laugh? That makes it even worse. Knowing company was coming down made it hard, because I loved to laugh, and when company is here, there is TONS of laughing going on. But I go my fair share, and had a remarkable time!

What experience have you gone through that has made you realize how grateful you really are for what you have?

The unbiblical stateship of this world.

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"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." ~Genesis 1:1

In the beginning God did create this world. Everything in it he called "Good." He created the light, the darkness, the fish, birds, animals, the sea—the whole Earth! Everything was perfect and full of life. Truly, it was "very good."

Then God created Man and Woman. Man out of the dust of the ground. Woman out of a rib from Man. God had created the perfect existence for man. There was no sin or curse in the world. They could eat of any tree of the garden except for the fruit of Good and Evil. However, they "would surely die" if they disobeyed God.

Out of their many blessings, and all of the fruit in the midst of the Garden, they chose to eat from the forbidden tree. They chose death over life.

Since the fall of Man, this world became a terrible and sinful place. The first murder started when Cain slaughtered is own brother Abel. Ever since then there have been murders over the world. Due to pride and sinful hatred.

Before, you could walk all over the countryside without the least of fear. Now there are people being kidnapped, raped, and even murdered by wicked people who care about nothing except harming the lives of others.

Society ordered after God's will is free of these things. This is why God the Father sent the Son to reconcile the world. He is seeking to restore it back into obedience to him.

In days gone by, when society was more godly, sin was not so prevalent. No, I am not saying that in the so called "olden days" there were no such worries. I'm just saying that it wasn't as bad. It wasn't as ungodly.

You may have heard people say "Theses aren't the olden days anymore." Well they are right. They are not the olden days.

The world grows more evil and cruel as the years roll by. Men have become wicked, un-gentlemanlike, and have lost all respect for ladies. They also have become terrible sissy's themselves. Women want all control over their homes. They have went out into the man's world to become the provider for their families. They have ceased to be delicate, etiquette, having manners, and being the Mother or wives of their homes.

Instead, they are sending off their children to Public Schools that don't teach the truth. The lives of godly men and women are left out of history, and prayer and the Bible is not allowed.

I was blessed, to be Home-schooled, not having to worry about all of the chaos ,Or having to put up with their junk. But I do see it. I do know what is going on. Even outside of School you can see it every where you go in the lives of the people.

One of my best friends goes to a Public School. The other day we were talking about Science which led into the false inaccuracies she is learning. She cannot believe how messed up her School has become. I can only imagine how difficult it is for all of the Children who are having their heads filled with such nonsense.

Is this nuts or what? I got this from my Bible Class, which is called Politically Incorrect Guide to the Bible. How people can believe such nonsense is beyond me.

"The great Babylonian Creation epic known as Enuma begins with the mingling of the god of the fresh water, Aspu, with the great ocean and Mother of all things, Tiamat. The other gods are born of them. But because the young gods were noisy and wild, Aspu decided to destroy them. The you gods, however, learn of their fathers plan and kill Aspu. They then turn on their Mother Tiamat. Tiamat, in self defense, unleashes and army of monsters against the young gods. Finally, a god named Marduk challenges his Mother to single Combat for dominion over all the gods. Tiamat opens her vast mouth to swallow Marduk, but he hurls the winds against her, and lets her loose a great arrow. Which tears her entrails from her body and pierces her heart. Pitiless, he executes his Mother and throws her lifeless corpse on the ground. He splits her skull and corps in tow, one half becoming the firmament of the sky, and the other the earth. Eventually, Marduk creates man kind in order to provide the gods some relief from their Labors. "

People believe all kinds of nonsense. How they can believe that over the Bible is beyond me. It doesn't even make sense. But there are arguments all over the world declaring the Bible is false, incorrect, and saying that God is not a true God. Listen to some of the arguments that men are trying to make up. They are saying that the Bible is full of Scientific errors, and are trying to come up with all the things possible to prove it.

"Many naysayer's often point to the lowly bat as proof that the Bible is riddled with Scientific errors, And therefore cannot be divinely inspired. Bats are flying mammals, not birds, they say, so why does Leviticus 11:19 describe them as being numbered among the "birds"? Other examples alleged Scientific errors found in the Bible include:

Leviticus 11:6 -- Where the rabbit is described as "chewing the cud."

Leviticus 11:21-24 -- Where grasshoppers and beetles "that walk on all fours." are mentioned (insects have six legs, not four. )

Leviticus 11:4-- Where the Camel is described as "not having split hoofs(camels do have split hooves.)

Genesis 3:14-- Where the snake is described as being condemned to crawl on its belly(as though at one point it did not.)

2 Kings 6:5-6-- Where Elisha the Prophet is described as making an iron ax head float to the surface of the water(iron doesn't float.)

But these "errors" are really just attempts to impost a scientific precision on texts that were never intended to be read in such a way. The Bible uses the casual, imprecise language of everyday life, not that of empical Science. Just as today we wouldn't say someone was "Lying" Or in "error" if he said that the sun rose at six o'clock in the morning-- when, scientifically speaking, the sun actually doesn't move at all relative to the earth-- the same is true of biblical descriptions of plants, animals, and the natural world. The Bible is conveying broader moral philosophical ideas rather than the minutae of zoology.
For example, the Hebrew word used for bird could just as easily be translated "flying thing". In other passages, the same word is used for birds, bats, and certain insects.

The phrase "walk on all fours" is just a colloquial expression, not a scientific one-- and people in biblical times could count legs just as easily as people today."

There are also scientific errors by skeptics concerning the Miracles of Christ. They claim the Bible is wrong because it is not humanly possible, such as Jesus walking on water (Matthew 12:24) and the burning bush that was not consumed (Exodus 3:2-5). So truly, that is no argument at all. They are only trying to make up such errors to find some way to deny they are accountable to God. Of course if you didn't believe in the Bible, or God, you wouldn't think that such things are possible.

Yes, it is not humanly possible, but Jesus was just no ordinary Man. He is and was the Son of the one and only true God. And we all know that "With God, ALL things are possible.

"With Men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible." - Mark 10:27

So you see, with Men it shows that such things are not possible. But you must also notice that it says "BUT not with God.". God is the true Lord of this earth. The One who created the earth in the beginning, called all of his works "very good", and is still working in the earth and people around us.

Though this world becomes more cruel with all of the false teachings, and all the people who believe such things, and are blind to the truth, we Christians, know the truth, "the whole truth, and nothing but the truth."

But what can we do to help this world instead of sitting back and watching it all pass by our eyes? We can begin by praying because "Prayer Conquers much." We can also be the examples that we should be, training up our own children (whether here in the present or with some of us in the near future.) in the right, and teaching them the Word of God. We should raise them up to be godly Christians. (And hope they will raise their Children in the same way. )

God is truth, there is no one like him, and he is the one in control of our lives. With Gods help, we can conquer this world!

"For we know that all things work together for good, to them that love God; To them who are called according to his purpose. " Romans 8:28

The Winner!

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Okay Ladies, you can all stop holding your breath now, for I have the winner! Are you all ready?We are very glad to announce that a very good blogger friend has won! Her name is:

AMY HOLLIS

Congratulations, Amy! You are the very lucky winner, and I congratulate you! I hope that you enjoy it immensely, and it supplies you great need come this winter! I am very happy for you! Please just email me your information, and I shall get it sent out to you as soon as possible! Have a wonderful day, and I sure hope that you feel lucky and blessed, and that it makes your night! God bless you!

Hop on over everyone to give Amy a big congratulations! And I hope better luck to the rest of you all next time! I thank each and everyone of you for participating, and thank you a million for following my blog! Have a wonderful night, dear blogger friends, and God bless the lot of you!

Hurry on over....

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The scarf giveaway is coming to a close, so hurry on over and follow the directions, and you just might win yourself a new blue scarf for the winter. I am giving everybody until 6.00 O-clock this evening, so pass the word along, leave a comment, follow my blog, and you might just be lucky!

Thank you for all who have entered, I am wishing everyone many luck and blessings! I am really enjoying it, and I hope that all of you are as well! God Bless! And you will hear from me tonight!

~Gracie~

Your Dream Animal!

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I love horses--absolutely love them! Always have. And know that I always shall. I can just see myself riding like the wind down a golden meadow, surrounded by beautiful flowers. Running and jumping like there is no care in all the world! Just enjoying myself, on the most beautiful horse in all the world.

Horses have been my absolute favorite animal in all the world! The darkest color of brown, a black mane and tail, soft, and oh so very beautiful! That is my dream horse!

I have dreamed of having one for as long as I can remember! I highly doubt that I shall ever get such dream(Unless of course after I am married, but even then; It would take a miracle.) But that has always been my dream animal.

I've only been able to ride just a few amount of times; But those times have been the most wonderful times that I have spent with animals! A horse would be the best thing ever to own!

What is your favorite dream animal? And describe it as you have always wished. (And don't forget about the scarf giveaway down below. Wednesday, which is tomorrow, is the deadline so hurry up and enter, and go tell all of your friends.)

Fall is here!!

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