Saying "yes" Or "no"...

 While looking over my walk with Christ and what He has taught me over the past year, one of the things that I really noticed, was that I have learned to trust in Him completely...not just when times are tough, but always. I feel like God really taught me to give everything to Him and to trust in Him no matter what. This past year, something happened that really shook my family and me...but, during that time of struggle I grew closer to Christ. That's when I started to give everything to the Lord. During the time of struggling,  I would continually remind myself to trust in Him...The thing that really opened my eyes to giving Christ everything and relying on Him, was what happened with my family and this saying, especially...
                                                                                                              

It's like God is saying this to you...

" Do you love me ? Do you Trust me ?"
 
And you either have to say "yes" or "no".

                                                                                                        

And I chose, " yes"...And I'm so glad I did.

What do you choose ?


                                                                                                         (Image taken from google...)

Christmas Memories...Guest post

                                                                

  When I was a little girl, I couldn’t wait for Christmas…Christmas seemed to take forever to come. We counted down the days until Christmas and bought our presents at Dollar Tree a month before Christmas. We did our traditions such as getting a Christmas tree, looking at all the lights on the houses, singing the twelve days of Christmas until Christmas day came, etc. The week before, anticipating Christmas was almost unbearable as my sister, brother, and I awaited it. Christmas Eve we had the family party, and I thought I was so important since I got to stay up late...read more here:) 

This Christmas post was written for a Christmas blog party over at maybeteenauthor.blogspot.com...

(all pictures taken from google...)

  

More than can be Said or Written...

                                                                    I’m Thankful for…

                                                                My salvation in Christ

                                                                          Family

                                                For the healing & comfort that God gives us

                                                                     Christ’s Love

                                                                 wonderful friends

                                                                         music 

                                                                   God’s creation

                                                              every beautiful season

                                                                hand written letters

                                                                every hug and kiss

                                                      late-night talks with my sisters

                                                                     laughing

                                                                God’s grace

                                                                 Forgiveness

                                             When my family and I are all together

                                                                   Memories

                                        reminiscing over past family moments, and

                                                   having a good laugh over them.

                                                             I’m thankful for…

                                                                       love

                                                                      health

                                                       fuzzy socks and blankets

                                                             furry creatures J

                                         my brother who is smitten with love for a girl

                       my two sisters who I adore and look up to as amazing role models

                                                                    pictures

                                      flowers, sunshine, breezes, raindrops, stars, etc…

                                                             I’m thankful for…

                                                                  God’s word

                                                   the protection that God gives

                                                                    sleep

                                                                  mercy

                                                                  a smile

                                                           I’m thankful for…

                                                       All those I love you’s

                                                   snuggling with my daddy

                                      messing around with my brother and sisters

                                             all those never forgetting moments

                                                         and a million more...

 I’m thankful for so much more…more than I could ever write or say. Above are just a few. These things that I’m thankful for, don’t even scratch the surface of all that I’m thankful for…I have so much to be thankful for, for God has given me exceedingly much. I’m thankful.

 What are you thankful for ?

Serenity,Courage,Wisdom...

This is one of my favorite quotes( the quote on your right)... In this quote are things that I all need immensely. I need the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. For there have been so many things that have happened in this past month that I wish had never come. But, I cannot change the things that occurred. So, I must take on courage to continue forward, even though there is pain, weakness, and hardships to overbear. And I need the wisdom from God to know what is good and wrong, and to not do evil...but to have the serenity, courage, and wisdom to overcome evil. And in all times, go to God, not just when times are rough, but always. 

Winter Wonderland...

 It's a winter wonderland outside my window...today it snowed for the whole day and left us with five inches of snow. And I was in the Christmas mood. I sang, White Christmas and Winter Wonderland during the day, and then put on Christmas music on pandora.com.

 Many people were unhappy with this sudden snowfall, especially the librarian at the library. She looked at me like I was from a whole different universe when I walked in the door, and said...

 "You came out in this weather?! "

I stated cheerfully, " I am rather enjoying this weather. "

She then looked at me as if I was an alien from a different universe and then exclaimed with disgust...

"UGH !"

 Even though many people are looking down upon this weather, I am looking at it as a blessing from God...a special gift. He knew I had been struggling for the past two weeks, so He sent me something to cheer me up. I'm thankful...I feel loved...I am blessed...I'm encouraged...

Even the littlest gifts or things of this life, can make a person's day all the brighter ~ Anonymous






                                                                  ( picture from  Google)

Doorknobs & Tomatoes~

When my mind draws a blank, and I do not have words to write...I post a picture(s).

I try to find photos that my dear readers have not seen before on my little blog...so sometimes the subjects of the pictures are rather random( like doorknobs), yet they often make the most interesting pictures :)

I hope you have a wonderful day, and enjoy the two pictures...

Down Creativity Hall...

  One day I was in a certain creative, crafting mood...I sat thinking of something I could make. This thought seeped into my mind about this certain craft and before I knew It, I had succeeded in making a crayon pencil holder.(I must say I felt very smart and accomplished.)

 And so, I thought you dear readers would enjoy learning about how to make this quick, simple craft. This craft takes about only 5-10 minutes, and almost any age can do this craft.

Supplies needed:

~ 1-2 boxes of crayons

~ glue

~ ribbon

~ 12 oz. can

 Step 1: First make sure your can is washed and clean and the paper on it is stripped off.

 Step 2: Now you take your crayons and glue them on the can one after the other. Make sure they are right next to each other so that they are touching.( You will most likely have to hold the glued crayon(s) on for a couple seconds so that the crayon doesn't fall off the can. )

 Step 3:After you have all your crayons glued onto the can, you will still see the top of the can. To cover the top of the can that is showing, take your ribbon and tie or glue it on the top of the can.

Step 4( optional) : If you desire, you can tie another ribbon around your crayons...Voila ! Your finished !

This craft is not only super simple and easy to make, but also looks adorable. Children, teens, and adults will all enjoy making this craft !

~ Other uses for the crayon pencil holder is a change jar for your pocket change, a little container for a flower or plant( If you use the crayon pencil holder for this, make sure you nail holes in the bottom of the can.), or a can to hold nails, paperclips, chalk, etc.