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Wednesday, June 4, 2014

I'm Still Learning + SheInside.Com

Happy Hump Day!


Hope the middle of the week greets you warmly :) 
My sweet girl is feeling under the weather so I'm in nurturing mommy mode. Not that I'm never in this mode, its just that when things like this happen, everything slows down a bit and I tend to focus more on what's important. And getting my baby girl back to her energetic, happy self is a top priority!


I am 4 1/2 months into this mommy thing and while there are things that come second nature - there are definitely a lot of things that don't. 


I can honestly say, 
I am still learning...


That motherhood is challenging and rewarding at the same exact time...

 How to throw my cares to the wayside and focus on my little one when she needs me most...

That sometimes you just need to slow down and enjoy the current view, as it changes daily...

That love is more than a word, hugs, kisses, and affection. It's a way of living...


I am still learning...


That life is full of amazing mysteries and miracles such as the gift of a baby, the connection between  a pair, the natural instincts of a wild animal

That there is perfection in what our world deems as an imperfection or defect...

That time is valuable and is most satisfying with Christ, family, and friends you love...

That my journey in faith, love, family will never end...


 I am still learning, 

 that I will always be learning. 

No matter what age, no matter what I gain in experiences.
I will keep learning.
Printed Shift Dress - Sheinside.com
Peach/Grey Strappy Sandals - Boutique 9
Gold Bangle - Gifted (mom)
Mint Crossbody Purse - Urban Outfitters

 In another topic, I love this shift dress. I am all about prints and will pretty much try any print thrown my way, at least once! So when I was contacted by sheinside.com to pick a couple of pieces, I couldn't resist this dress. I love the mix of colors in the print. I am all about little to no accessories. This print draws so much attention, no need to add more to it. The shoes were a gift from my sister for my birthday. They are perfect for a night out on the town - or would be super cute with jeans and a t-shirt. Perhaps, I'll try that with my next outfit post ;)

So, what do you think?
Do you feel like you can ever master something? 
Or will there always be an opportunity to learn something new or even another perspective on things?

Hope you have a fantastic day!

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"Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.
Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee.
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Exalt her, and she shall promote thee: she shall bring thee to honour, when thou dost embrace her.
She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.
Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of thy life shall be many."
-Proverbs 4:5-10


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Monday, June 2, 2014

All Things Baby Grace + Squishy Cheeks Designs Review

Happy Monday!

I hope everyone's weekend was as exciting or relaxing as you could have imagined it would be. Mine was filled with family fun, unpacking, and of course baby grace. 

It has been a while since I have done an update on my baby girl. So here's what's new with my sweet girl. 
age: She is now 4 months!!

eating: breast milk, rice cereal, and just started baby applesauce yesterday! She loves it :)

doing: putting all things in her mouth, blowing spit bubbles like its her job, trying to suck her toes; trying to sit up on her own (she's got a bumbo and she has a love hate relationship with it so far)


milestones: She is starting to roll over! We gotta watch out! :)


likes: she absolutely loves kisses and snuggling. She has a few favorite stuffed animals and dolls that she squeezes and kisses like crazy. She also tries to eat them; but that's love to a 4 month old, right?
She loves to babble and talk to her animals and cartoons!


dislikes: being put down (spoiled!); too much attention from too many people for long periods of time; she gets super quiet and shy around new faces.


excited for: new foods, crawling, going on more walks now that the weather is nice :)


Let me tell you about this dress and headband, baby grace thinks is super yummy! ;)
When I came in contact with the local blogger and shop owner, Jenn - I fell in love with her handmade designs and couldn't wait to put baby grace in one of her numbers. First thing I loved about the brand was the name - baby grace is super squishy! Haha! When this beautiful dress arrived I knew it would be perfect. It allows for my sweetie to move around and play with no restraints and its super cute which is sometimes a lot to ask for! Usually cute does not equal comfort! I also love the prints and although not advertised, it is totally reversible. One thing I adored about the headband was that it wasn't too tight as some are, and both pieces are lightweight which is great for this time of year! 


Me and baby Grace give it 2 thumbs up!
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Friday, May 30, 2014

Right and Wrong

Happy Friday!


So excited to see the end of this week. 
The weather is gorgeous. 
It's funny what good weather does to us all! As I am driving to work I am happy, excited to start the day :)

Everyday we make decisions and each of those decisions have a consequence whether good or bad, right? Want to know something that has completely blown me away since discovering Christ for myself?

Living for Him and with Him has little to do with what we perceive is right and wrong. 
Over the years I remember thinking God was this ogre, like Shrek, sitting up on His throne and telling everyone what they were doing was WRONG, WRONG, WRONG. 
And basically that everyone was going to hell. 

It's so refreshing because as I have become to know Christ for myself I have found out that this perception is so wrong. In fact, Christ cares more about giving you true life than persecuting you for what our society perceives as right and wrong. 

The greatest example of this is Jesus himself. Look at the type of people he surrounded himself with and completely changed their lives. Society and religion wanted Him dead because He came against what they considered to be lawful and holy to them. They were mad that He performed miracles and saved people's lives on the Sabbath Day. How ridiculous!

“Go back and report to John what you hear and see: 5 The blind receive sight, the lame walk, those who have leprosy[b] are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is proclaimed to the poor.6 Blessed is anyone who does not stumble on account of me.”
- Matthew 11:4-6

Their thoughts about what was right or lawful didn't matter to Jesus. 
He did what was righteous to Him. 
If someone was sick, He figured it better to heal them than to follow the laws and have them continue in pain. He truly cares about giving us life and love.
He is true love.
One of the first things me and God discussed was wine. 
Yes, wine. 
I told God, I liked to drink wine. I told Him as I was reading this book (Foods that Heal) and that it said that a couple of glasses a day were good for my heart. And if it wasn't necessarily bad for me, why did so many people have so much to say about drinking it! He then gave me a limit. He told me about taking things in moderation. (Eph 5:18) and then He revealed a scripture to me about what many thought of Him. 

18 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon.’ 19 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.’ But wisdom is proved right by her deeds.”
Matthew 11:18-19

I am not saying that God doesn't take different things out of peoples lives for good reason. There are times when we make these things become more important to us than anything. He explained to me that there are some things in this world that are not necessarily bad, but if they have no benefit to them, then why put them into your life. He has to teach us each about moderation in all things and how not to let things in this world rule over you especially if they bring no benefits to you. 

Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
Phillipians 4:5-7

We as humans are very quick to judge. 
We think we understand God and what He is truly saying, although he tells us that isn't true. Sometimes things are so deep, it is better just to not put our thoughts or judgment on them and let God handle the legwork. 

8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord.9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.
Isaiah 55:8-9
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It is more important to Christ for us to be like Him, and show people love and life than to judge them. Its more important that we have life than worry about what is right or wrong to today's society. 
That's why He calls us not do so.


He has made a perfect plan for each and everyone of us; and I am sorry but I do not know what yours looks like - Only He Does. And that's what is so awesome about Him. He wants to get to know you, and it's always a judgement free zone with Him. So throw out all of your societal pressures, religious doctrines, because He just wants to love on you and through His love, He will teach you the absolute best way to have true life! 

Hope you have a great weekend! 

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Thursday, May 29, 2014

Just Breathe Printable + Let Your Light Shine #12 Link-Up Party

Happy Thursday!
Have you entered the ASOS giveaway, here?

This morning was a test of my perseverance and patience. I talked to you all about how I have a lot going on lately - I'm moving, planning a wedding, new mom, and work as been super busy. This morning I had to sit down and have a serious conversation with God (after talking to my mommy :)).

I said, "God, I can't do it all! I am only one person. I cannot think straight. I am drowning. I need you to take care of everything and show me how to get all of these things done and taken care of.
I need you."

After I said this, it was as if I could feel a load lift off me. And I could feel Him telling me to "Just Breathe." Which, is inspiration for today's free printable. Sometimes, we get so down on ourselves for not having it together. We make mountains of lists of things we need to do and expect ourselves to get them done in a 24 hour period. My mom told me, it will all be there tomorrow if you don't get it done - it will still be there so just do what you can and don't worry about the rest.

I have heard that so many times, but this morning in my time of frustration - it rang so true to me. I am thankful to God for a great mom that can help and guide me and always points me to talk to Jesus about my problems. So, my advice to anyone who feels that way is in today's printable. I hope you love it as much as I do!


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Today is 
Let Your Light Shine Thursdays!

Thanks so much for all of you that linked up last week!
Me and Aisha loved seeing all of your posts!

My favorite from last week's link-up was:

Carrie from A Lovely Little Wardrobe

She gushes about how much she loves summertime and wearing shorts and summer dress! I am such a fan of dresses because they are simple and make you look put together so easily. Carrie looks great! :)

Thanks again for all of you who participated! Now it's time to link up again :)

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Each week we will be choosing our favorite posts to feature and share with you all!

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Home is Within.

 Happy Hump Day!
First things first, did you enter to win $235 to ASOS for your summer must-haves? If not, click here.

The middle of the week has come quickly due to the long holiday weekend. It is so welcomed.
I have finished moving into our new space and I am beyond thrilled to be done.
A nuance is the cleaning, unpacking, and the fact once you get to crunch time there is no time for procrastination any longer! Haha, I am sure I am not the only one who procrastinates especially when it comes to moving, am I?

But there are a few things you tend to think on when you move on from something.
Have you ever noticed?

How the house you leave has never been that clean since you moved in? :)


Or that it no longer feels like a home? 
Yes, cliche - but home is definitely where the heart is. 


Which leads me to believe,
 home is found on the inside. 
Wherever me and my family and friends can be together, feeling safety, security, warmth, love. 


Sometimes I drive past our old house that we grew up in, and it no longer has that warm welcoming feeling like it did to me for so many years. 

Why is that?

That street still holds those memories of bike races, basketball games, carnival games, secret girls clubs, swimming, and jumping on the trampoline with all the neighborhood kids.


It screams youth, scary stories, riding bikes to places we weren't supposed to be... 
It all comes flooding back to me when I drive down that old street.
But, still it doesn't feel like it used to be. 
It doesn't feel alive anymore. 
It doesn't feel like home. 

Peter Pan Black Blue Polka Dot Blouse - A friend M :)
Black Skirt - H&M
Black Mary Jane - I have had for years, not sure - but you can find similar here
Black Bangle - Likely F21


Where we are now feels like home. 
I thank God for discovering home is always with me. 
Home is where I bring it. Home is with Him. 
And they both live inside of me. 
I know that is why we discover that Christ lives within, and He is always with us. (Galatians 2:20)

You don't find Him in a church building because He lives there - it's because of those, even you, who brought Him with. I think that's a pretty amazing discovery. 

Have you ever visited an old home you lived in or grew up in? 

What are some of your biggest pains when moving?

Comment below, I'd love to hear. 
When we share our thoughts we find more things in common than differences. :)

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