{Insert *Sparkle!* here} Just kidding…well, kind of. The weather’s getting colder, day-to-day life is starting to feel just a smidge monotonous (read: boring). No fear! There are lots of ways to make the mundane marvelous! Here are some of my personal favorites… 1. Shower with Candles Many-a-morning are spent showering sans overhead lights and instead with a [Continue Reading…]
Archives for 2013
20 Random Questions…Because I Have Writer’s Block
I’ll be honest…I had no idea what to post today. My creative juices just weren’t flowing. I was uninspired. Writer’s block, it’s a real dilemma. One of the best ways to get out of the writer’s block funk is to work with prompts. Kind of like if you can’t decide what to color, a good [Continue Reading…]
How To “Church Shop” When You Move To A New City
Ahh, “Church Shopping.” It sounds so unholy. But when you move to a new city, and go from church to church trying to find the right one, it’s does start to feel like you’re shopping…sometimes for something that doesn’t seem to exist. One of the best ways to get “plugged in” (I hate the phrase “plugged in,” [Continue Reading…]
Quiet Thanks
Many days, I post inspiration or a list or a DIY project or a long story…but today, I’m only going to write down quiet thanks and gratitude. Today, I’m thankful… For being genuinely happy. For a community of believers who not only encourages me but make me laugh. For possibility and opportunity. For apples and [Continue Reading…]
Make Every Week Count With A Disappearing Marble Jar
Those of you who have been readers for a while (thank you for being a reader for a while) know that I am a big fan of defining short-term and long-term goals as a means to success. After reading this book, I’ve been a goal-girl! And I don’t see myself turning around any time soon. [Continue Reading…]
Try On My Shoes: A Day In My Life
The past three months or so have met me with with some pretty massive life changes. I mean, I moved across the country, began my first 9-5 job, moved into a new apartment, and assumed full financial responsibility. I don’t care what anyone says, the transition from college into the working world is the most [Continue Reading…]
How I Made It Up Texas’ Steepest Hill With NO Gas
At 8:30am, I climbed in my car, dreading the traffic-riddled commute to my office. I have a digital gas tank, with 25 little notches that deplete as I drive. On this particular morning, I had 5 notches left, meaning that 1/5 of my gas tank was full. Perfect, I thought, I’ll drive to work and [Continue Reading…]
Remembering the Day That Changed Everything
On this day, September 11th, 2013, I, like many Americans, am remembering the day 12 years ago that changed history forever. {source} I will never forget the look of terror on my 5th grade teacher’s face as he closed the windows and locked the door. All of my classmates and I sat tight in our [Continue Reading…]
Blessing Bags for the Homeless
I’m in my car a lot these days. Each morning on my way to work (30-45minutes) and each evening on my way back home (another 30-45minutes), plus heading to the grocery store, the gym, Target, and other errands. (Y’all, Texas is big. It’s no big deal to drive 25 minutes to get to a favorite [Continue Reading…]
In Defense of Crying–On a Daily Basis
I am the oldest of three siblings. I am strong-willed, tenacious, and relatively predictable. I wouldn’t describe myself as a particularly moody person, although I have my moments. I can be too rigid at times, but I live according to a plan and always have short-term and long term goals in mind. I find comfort [Continue Reading…]
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