Today marks the 60th birthday of the best father-in-law I could ask for. Although his days were cut short as God called him home, we celebrate the amazing life he lived. Thank you for raising the man of my dreams and teaching him to be a loving friend, husband and one day father just like … Continue reading Remembering a Great Life: Big Al
Be Still
Every moment calls for it's own attention. What I'm learning now, is being still and just listening for God's voice is exactly what I need when I am feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes it's hard to know how to feel, how to react or even how to process what is going on. Many times, I stretch my … Continue reading Be Still
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How to: Flower Headbands
I was searching for something to make my flower girls stand out without making them seem like little kids. With two 10-year-olds and one 11-year-old, the typical flower girl attire just wont due. So, flower headbands were the answer. I could customize anyway I wanted to match my wedding perfectly. Because flower headbands are amazing … Continue reading How to: Flower Headbands
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Love Your Enemies
One of the many things God has been teaching me in 2016 is what it truly means to love your enemies. The way God asks me to love people who hurt me and just don't accept me seemed strange at first. God says, "But to you who are willing to listen, I say, love your … Continue reading Love Your Enemies
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Teeth Whitening DIY
Hello all you coffee and tea drinkers. I know your day begins and ends with your favorite mug. You may love that steaming cup of liquid gold, but your teeth hate it. Ever look at a photo and instantly regret smiling? You can spend hundreds of dollars at the dentist paying for those semi-permanent pearly whites. But … Continue reading Teeth Whitening DIY
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Cost of Forgiveness
Forgive: to stop feeling anger toward (someone who has done something wrong) : to stop blaming (someone) What does it cost us to forgive each other? We want to see "justice" done, but it must satisfy our own interests. "I can love him but I don't like him." This type of "forgiveness" is an unbalanced concept of love that … Continue reading Cost of Forgiveness
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Tea Party Anyone?
If you are as much as an avid tea drink like me, finding the right tea is imperative. Here are a couple of my favorites and why they're just what you're looking for. Green tea: Chock full of antioxidants, keep positive, lose weight and feed your brain. So drink up! Black tea: Need a morning pick-me-up? … Continue reading Tea Party Anyone?
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Putting on God’s Character
"You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness." (Ephesians 4:22-24) Imagine … Continue reading Putting on God’s Character
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Crossroads
Can you relate to this Beatles song? "Help, I need somebody Help, not just anybody Help, you know I need someone Help!" Many times in my life I've come to a crossroad and just didn't have the answer. Even today I've been experiencing a loss of direction. God puts you in situations that are uncomfortable … Continue reading Crossroads
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Wedding on a Budget: I Spy Game
Planning a wedding can give you sticker shock. When I really sat down and looked at how much my wildest dreams cost, I started rethinking what was actually worth the money. Lucky for me, I'm pretty crafty. So, I came up with a few great ideas to liven up my wedding. You sit down at … Continue reading Wedding on a Budget: I Spy Game
Wonderful World of Bree 