My dear friend, Shelby, tagged me into answering questions about myself... Boo. I know, you'd rather see pictures of my boys, but you are stuck with me.
1. If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I am completely and utterly happy with where I am. Seems silly to say, but I cannot think of anywhere I'd rather be than in Tennessee. I am aware that I may not always be here; I am married to a man I met for the first time on a mission trip in Jamaica. His heart will always be wherever the Lord leads him... So, I will always follow. Now, on Sunday mornings, when we're running late and attempting to make it to Nashville in less than 30 minutes, I'd say smack dab in the center of Nashville!
2. What is your favorite band?
Um, you'll probably laugh, but my favorite bands will always and forever be Alabama and The Judds. I'm a sucker for both of them. I travelled to Louisville to see Alabama on their Farewell Tour in college, and when The Judds announced their split, I honestly hid behind my Nana's recliner and cried when I saw the "Love Can Build a Bridge" video on CMT. I must admit that I got super excited just a week ago when I heard The Judds may actually be making a comeback!
3. If you could be someone else for a day, who would it be?
I'd love to be a teacher again for just one day. I know that doesn't really answer the question, but I think it would solve many of my questions. If I was given the opportunity to teach again for one day, I'd either realize that I'd given up my deepest passion OR I'd learn that God has me exactly where He wants me... with my sweet boys.
4. Concert or Broadway show?
I've seen it before, but I'd love to see Phantom again... Concerts are a dime a dozen. However, Broadway shows CANNOT be outdone.
5. Theme song for your life?
Made to Worship by Chris Tomlin:
You and I were made to worship
You and I were called to love
You and I are forgiven and free
You and I embrace surrender
You and I choose to believe
You and I will see, we were meant to be.
6. Would you choose a fancy dinner at a nice restaurant or a picnic in the park?
Fancy dinner. I'm even envisioning one now! Our dear friends gave Brian a gift card to P.F. Changs for his 30th, and I've been counting down the days until we get to use it... I mean, he just got it 3 days ago.
7. Favorite place to shop?
Online. Anywhere online. I love finding promo codes for wherever I'm looking and getting free shipping on nearly anything. I just love it! It's like a scavenger hunt for deals! I am fairly fond of New York and Company right now... Only because I'm a few pounds away from pre-pregnancy weight already, and I'm too small :) for maternity clothes! WOOHOO.
8. Favorite movie?
Without a doubt, it's A Time to Kill. I get inspired every time I watch it. I really enjoy The Blind Side, Love Comes Softly, and Anne of Green Gables. Honestly, I love movies that move me. If I don't walk away from a movie feeling changed or pushed to do something differently in life, I feel as though I've wasted time.
I'm tagging:
Katie and Brittany
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Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Friday, June 4, 2010
Oh, Me!
My dear friend, Brandy, picked me to carry on this Honest Scrap blogger award which means I have to post 10 things about myself and pass it on to other bloggers. Since I blog mostly about my boys, I can't imagine there being 10 things you would find interesting about me, but here goes...
1. I am a texture eater. I do not like anything with seeds (tomatoes), not big on crunchy (chips, carrots), and really dislike mushy (pies, beans, peas).
2. I married a man I never dated. Seriously. We went from single to engaged in 8 days and were married 2 months later. The Lord laid it on our hearts that we should be married, so we did. Best thing that's ever happened to me.
3. I have a ridiculously bad habit of biting my nails. It used to be all the time, but now, it's only when they've grown really long or I get nervous or overwhelmed over something. Gross, I know.
4. I am highly creative and terribly unorganized. I can throw a mean party, paint some amazing things, and come up with some extremely perfect gifts. However, when it comes to doing ANY of that, it just so happens that I cannot keep up with what I'm doing, what I've purchased, or how much it cost me.
5. I've been pregnant for 21 months in the last 3 years. I miscarried my first child, Ethan, was pregnant six months later with Daniel, and found out I was pregnant again with Samuel when Daniel was only 3 and a half months old. What does this mean? My husband is one very good man. OH, and for future reference, I should take stock out in Motherhood Maternity or the maternity racks at consignment sales.
6. I really love music. However, I'm not as "musical" or "well-versed" as I once was. I used to like every single genre of music and know the words to every song on the radio on every station. These days, I find myself annoyed with country, bored with pop, and absolutely appalled by rap and hip hop. I cannot stand the radio being up too loud, and I don't like songs with cussing in them. Turns out I am just like my mother, and as a M-O-M, I really do not want to listen to music that I wouldn't want my children to hear. You can usually depend on us listening to Contemporary Christian or Gospel.
7. I am nuts about grammar. I can spot a misspelled word from a mile away. I cannot stand it when people use run-on sentences without the slightest thought of a period, comma, conjunction, or semicolon. I hate it when punctuation marks are misused and quotation marks are misplaced... Oh, I could go on, but I digress only to say that English was my favorite subject in school. What the world really needs is a lesson in English grammar!
8. I am a preacher's wife. I struggle with this one often, simply because I don't feel qualified or equipped to fill this unique role. I don't study or read my Bible daily. I find it hard to pray without ceasing. I don't have mentors or feel as though I have that "accountability" partner I need.
9. I need to learn to cook and clean. I have been a stay-at-home mom for over two years now, and I've YET to get on a schedule. I don't cook every night; in fact, I'm somewhat disappointed if we don't go out! My house NEVER feels clean, and I hear about cleaning schedules all the time yet don't make one for myself!
10. I
I am nominating:
- Katie at Shoemacres is the Place for Me
- Emily at Four Girls, One God
- Jenny at Just Jones
Monday, August 17, 2009
Starting from Scratch
If you stopped by this blog in the past few days, you probably have noticed that I've been completely unable to finish what I've started in getting a new look for my site. It's been driving me crazy. I'll find one I like, get to work on it, and Daniel will throw the biggest fit you've ever heard. Or, I may spend Daniel's whole naptime Photoshopping a picture for a header, and for some reason, it wouldn't show up. I finally decided on a simple, Blogspot template and that I would just be starting from scratch.
That's how I feel lately with just about every single thing I do.
How about dealing with a teething baby? Well, we tried teethers, cold wash cloths, ice, Tylenol, and even the fantastic teething tablets. However, as of this week, my almost four-month-old decides that crying is the best way to handle it. For hours out of the day, this is how we do it. He cries, I fuss, and we get along just fine. It's hard though, and despite my obvious attempts at a routine, we are having to start from scratch.
How about my latest battles with cooking? Well, actually, there never was a battle; I just didn't cook, and when I did, it was either disastrous or I couldn't remember how I made it taste so good. Nothing ever repeats itself in this department. I'm just not the best at it, but today, I pulled out one of the most treasured items in my kitchen: my Nana's cookbook. It was given to me at Christmas this year, but I have never even used it because let's face it: Nana could cook... I cannot. However, starting from scratch, I made Squash Casserole tonight, and it was great. Could I do it again? Probably not.
How about handling being a housewife and new mother? Well, being these are probably some of the toughest roles I've ever been blessed to have. I've worked in food service, gift shops, and even dealth with buggars and vomit on a daily basis as a Kindergarten teacher, yet my job as a homemaker is H-A-R-D. I haven't actually MADE anything, except that I have made Daniel scream a few times and Brian ill a couple more. Only because I cannot find my way too well at this gift God's given me. I'm learning though; I mean, today, for instance, I didn't get a shower until 2:30 p.m. and no paintings are finished, and there are still clothes in the baskets, and Daniel's toys are E-V-E-R-Y-W-H-E-R-E, BUT I was able to cook dinner, vacuum a few rooms, dust a few more, and take care of my precious son. If that's not starting from scratch, then I don't know what is!
How about the constant lessons I'm learning as God's child? Well, again, these are difficult for me. I'm not one that likes to be pointed out, and I rarely enjoy being the center of attention anymore. Yet God always points at me and I'm always in His view. I'm realizing that my relationship isn't as strong with Him as it should be, and studying His Word is more challenging. I can't just read the stories anymore; I've got to be getting to the heart of each scripture. I can't just show up at church each Sunday; I've got to be living each and every single day. And, I'll be honest when I say, I don't do either of those all that well. So, here I am, 16 years after being saved, and starting from scratch.
And, you know what I've heard? It's the best place to start.
That's how I feel lately with just about every single thing I do.
How about dealing with a teething baby? Well, we tried teethers, cold wash cloths, ice, Tylenol, and even the fantastic teething tablets. However, as of this week, my almost four-month-old decides that crying is the best way to handle it. For hours out of the day, this is how we do it. He cries, I fuss, and we get along just fine. It's hard though, and despite my obvious attempts at a routine, we are having to start from scratch.
How about my latest battles with cooking? Well, actually, there never was a battle; I just didn't cook, and when I did, it was either disastrous or I couldn't remember how I made it taste so good. Nothing ever repeats itself in this department. I'm just not the best at it, but today, I pulled out one of the most treasured items in my kitchen: my Nana's cookbook. It was given to me at Christmas this year, but I have never even used it because let's face it: Nana could cook... I cannot. However, starting from scratch, I made Squash Casserole tonight, and it was great. Could I do it again? Probably not.
How about handling being a housewife and new mother? Well, being these are probably some of the toughest roles I've ever been blessed to have. I've worked in food service, gift shops, and even dealth with buggars and vomit on a daily basis as a Kindergarten teacher, yet my job as a homemaker is H-A-R-D. I haven't actually MADE anything, except that I have made Daniel scream a few times and Brian ill a couple more. Only because I cannot find my way too well at this gift God's given me. I'm learning though; I mean, today, for instance, I didn't get a shower until 2:30 p.m. and no paintings are finished, and there are still clothes in the baskets, and Daniel's toys are E-V-E-R-Y-W-H-E-R-E, BUT I was able to cook dinner, vacuum a few rooms, dust a few more, and take care of my precious son. If that's not starting from scratch, then I don't know what is!
How about the constant lessons I'm learning as God's child? Well, again, these are difficult for me. I'm not one that likes to be pointed out, and I rarely enjoy being the center of attention anymore. Yet God always points at me and I'm always in His view. I'm realizing that my relationship isn't as strong with Him as it should be, and studying His Word is more challenging. I can't just read the stories anymore; I've got to be getting to the heart of each scripture. I can't just show up at church each Sunday; I've got to be living each and every single day. And, I'll be honest when I say, I don't do either of those all that well. So, here I am, 16 years after being saved, and starting from scratch.
And, you know what I've heard? It's the best place to start.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
25 Things You May Not Know About Me
My sweet friend, Jenny, tagged me into doing this, but I'm up for it!
1. Favorite Color- Blue
2. Favorite Food- Anything with Alfredo Sauce
3. Favorite Drink- Mountain Dew
4. Favorite Fun Activity- Travelling to Anywhere but Here
5. Favorite Movie- Amazing Grace
6. Favorite Book- Bridge to Terabithia
7. Favorite Music Group- Third Day
8. Favorite Make-up Product- Eye-lash Curler
9. Favorite Restaurant- Olive Garden
10. Favorite Hobby- Painting
11. Favorite Store- Hobby Lobby
12. What I drive- Chevrolet Malibu
13. Where I work- I work for Daniel. Stay at Home Mom.
14. Who I love- My Lord, My Husband, My Daniel...
15. When I was born- January 22nd, 1983
16. Newest Obsession- Oatmeal Creme Pies (I LOVE them all of a sudden)
17. Best Friend- Brian Johnson
18. Pets- Have None and Will Never
19. Children- 1 in Heaven and 1 on Earth, Daniel Benjamin
20. Husband- Brian
21. I am scared of- Bridges, and I have no idea why.
22. I wish- I could lose this baby weight plus some.
23. I dislike- Germs. Crying baby. Sleepyness.
24. I adore- My family.
25. I enjoy- Changes.
1. Favorite Color- Blue
2. Favorite Food- Anything with Alfredo Sauce
3. Favorite Drink- Mountain Dew
4. Favorite Fun Activity- Travelling to Anywhere but Here
5. Favorite Movie- Amazing Grace
6. Favorite Book- Bridge to Terabithia
7. Favorite Music Group- Third Day
8. Favorite Make-up Product- Eye-lash Curler
9. Favorite Restaurant- Olive Garden
10. Favorite Hobby- Painting
11. Favorite Store- Hobby Lobby
12. What I drive- Chevrolet Malibu
13. Where I work- I work for Daniel. Stay at Home Mom.
14. Who I love- My Lord, My Husband, My Daniel...
15. When I was born- January 22nd, 1983
16. Newest Obsession- Oatmeal Creme Pies (I LOVE them all of a sudden)
17. Best Friend- Brian Johnson
18. Pets- Have None and Will Never
19. Children- 1 in Heaven and 1 on Earth, Daniel Benjamin
20. Husband- Brian
21. I am scared of- Bridges, and I have no idea why.
22. I wish- I could lose this baby weight plus some.
23. I dislike- Germs. Crying baby. Sleepyness.
24. I adore- My family.
25. I enjoy- Changes.
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