He walked the dirty streets famous for nothing
He said, "Come follow me" and they came
A face like all the rest, but something was different
The Son of God would lead the way
And soon they all would say
There He goes, a hero, a savior to the world
Here He stands with scars in His hands
With love He gave His life so we could be free
The savior of the world
He spoke with clarity, walked across the sea
A single word would calm the storm
His touch could heal the sick, but
He was called a hypocrite
Laid behind the stone, his death was shortly mourned
He left the curtain torn
There He goes, a hero, a savior to the world
Here He stands with scars in His hands
With love He gave His life so we could be free
The savior of the world
He chose to take the cross, shed tears for the lost
The broken and the needy, forgiving those who were and will be
The angel made it clear, he told them,
"Have no fear He's not here, He's not here"
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you hold me
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you hold me
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you hold me
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you, the way you
I've had a long day, I just wanna relax
Don't have time for my friends, no time to chit chat
Problems at my job, wonderin' what to do
I know I should be working but I'm thinking of you and
Just when I feel this crazy world is gonna bring me down
That's when your smile comes around
Oh, I love the way you hold me, by my side you'll always be
You take each and every day, make it special in some way
I love the way you hold me, in your arms I'll always be
You take each and every day, make it special in some way
I love you more than the words in my brain can express
I can't imagine even loving you less
Lord, I love the way you hold me
Whoa, oh, I love the way you hold me
Whoa, oh
Well ya, took my day and you flipped it around
Calmed the tidal wave and put my feet on the ground
Forever in my heart, always on my mind
It's crazy how I think about you all of the time
And just when I think I'm 'bout to figure you out
You make me wanna sing and shout
I love the way you hold me, by my side you'll always be
You take each and every day, make it special in some way
I love the way you hold me, in your arms I'll always be
You take each and every day, make it special in some way
I love you more than the words in my brain can express
I can't imagine even loving you less
Lord, I love the way you hold me
Whoa, oh, I love the way you hold me
Whoa, oh
I'm so grateful and thankful for all you've done
Wish I could tell you in a short story or poem
But all I have is my voice and this guitar
And you have my heart
Oh, I love the way you hold me, by my side you'll always be
You take each and every day, make it special in some way
I love the way you hold me, in your arms I'll always be
You take each and every day, every day, every
I love the way you hold me, by my side you'll always be
You take each and every day oh-so-special
I love the way you hold me, in your arms I'll always be
You take each and every day, make it special in some way
I love you more than the words in my brain can express
I can't imagine even loving you less
Lord, I love the way you hold me
Whoa, oh, I love the way you hold me
Whoa, oh
Oh, I love
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you hold me
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you hold me
I love, I love, I love, I love the way you hold me, hold me, hold me
September 29, 2011
September 28, 2011
Pumpkin Crisp
1 -15 oz can pumpkin
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 eggs
4 tsp pumpkin pie spice (2.5 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ginger)
I can sweetened condensed milk
Mix altogether and pour in 13x9 greased pan
Sprinkle box of cake mix (lemon or yellow) on top
Melt 2 sticks (1 cup) of butter and pour over the top of cake mix
Sprinkle with chopped pecans (optional) & additional cinnamon
Bake about an hour at 350
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 eggs
4 tsp pumpkin pie spice (2.5 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ginger)
I can sweetened condensed milk
Mix altogether and pour in 13x9 greased pan
Sprinkle box of cake mix (lemon or yellow) on top
Melt 2 sticks (1 cup) of butter and pour over the top of cake mix
Sprinkle with chopped pecans (optional) & additional cinnamon
Bake about an hour at 350
Best served warm with a side of ice cream!
My Thrifty Finds
I scored BIG time at a resale shop by me and at Goodwill. I'm on the hunt for plates so that when we move out of our condo and into a house I can be all set for my "wall of plates"!
I've also had a little craft that I have been wanting to do with some cutesy girly plates.
Add a candle stick, glass, or vase & some hot glue to a plate and you instantly have an adorable chic cake plate or dessert plate.
You cannot go wrong when you can buy plates and glassware anywhere from $ .49 - $ .99!
Then I also got a frame that I plan to spray paint. I am on the lookout for frames. I scored one for $ .99 today at Goodwill. I am planning my girls rooms for when we eventually move into a house. When I have a vision I must pursue it. One can never be too thrifty or too planned out when it comes to decorating. You can save SO much money that way. And it helps to have a style that is very eclectic, romantic, shabby chic. Score one for me!
I got 2 of these adorable vases for my girls' room. Like I said, I have a plan for their room. This vase describes-it-all!
I have begun my Goodwill plate collection for that wall of plates too.
I have begun my Goodwill plate collection for that wall of plates too.
September 27, 2011
Patience in an On Demand World
I. Hate. Waiting.
I. Lack. Patience.
I want what I want and I want it now.
I think most of us are this way and I am unfortunately not alone or abnormal in this case.
I long for contentment. Contentment in all things. I long to be content with what I have at the time I have it. To see joy in all things and know that as long as I am obeying God and serving Him, I have all I need. And if there is more that I need, God will provide it.
If they obey and serve him, they will spend the rest of their days in prosperity and their years in contentment. -Job 36:11
But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. -1 Timothy 6:6-7
I seem to always want more. And I seem to want what I don't have. I long for "This" then when I get it, I long for "That".
In this day an age we are living in an instant gratification world. DVR, DVD's, Ipods, internet...We have so many ways to instantly grab what we want.
I think this can be dangerous too, because we are getting further and further away from learning how to wait.
As we get further away from learning how to wait we in essence are teaching our kids impatience. We don't need to wait. If we want it we can grab it.
It's not how God designed us though.
I love Modern Technology, don't get me wrong. I love it. But I also love a feeling of satisfaction.
We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, so that what you hope for may be fully realized. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised. -Hebrews 6:11-12
Faith & Patience.
Faith to Know God provides all of my needs.
Patience to wait and know that God's timing is best.
I long for patience & contentment in this On Demand world.
How about you?
I. Lack. Patience.
I want what I want and I want it now.
I think most of us are this way and I am unfortunately not alone or abnormal in this case.
I long for contentment. Contentment in all things. I long to be content with what I have at the time I have it. To see joy in all things and know that as long as I am obeying God and serving Him, I have all I need. And if there is more that I need, God will provide it.
If they obey and serve him, they will spend the rest of their days in prosperity and their years in contentment. -Job 36:11
But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. -1 Timothy 6:6-7
I seem to always want more. And I seem to want what I don't have. I long for "This" then when I get it, I long for "That".
In this day an age we are living in an instant gratification world. DVR, DVD's, Ipods, internet...We have so many ways to instantly grab what we want.
I think this can be dangerous too, because we are getting further and further away from learning how to wait.
As we get further away from learning how to wait we in essence are teaching our kids impatience. We don't need to wait. If we want it we can grab it.
It's not how God designed us though.
I love Modern Technology, don't get me wrong. I love it. But I also love a feeling of satisfaction.
We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, so that what you hope for may be fully realized. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised. -Hebrews 6:11-12
Faith & Patience.
Faith to Know God provides all of my needs.
Patience to wait and know that God's timing is best.
I long for patience & contentment in this On Demand world.
How about you?
September 19, 2011
September 16, 2011
Prepare to Be Stoned (The Art of Vulnerability)
****Today you can find me at Twirl Ministries!
Prepare to Be Stoned
(The Art of Vulnerability)
With a title like this it’s no wonder most of us are afraid of vulnerability. But what is it about being "fake" that is more appealing? Are we afraid to be who we really are for fear we will be judged and have to deal with the scowl of man?
Do we even know who we really are? Or is it that we are surrounded by people with opinions so "high & mighty" it causes the unfortunate disease of "worrying what people think"?
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do or how you do it, how you look, etc. that you are never going to be good enough? Or no matter what you say it continues to be picked apart or switched around?
Some people in this world are going to be hard to please no matter what we say or do. No matter how we look.
One thing I know is we live to please God, NOT man. Galatians 1:10- “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ”. If we are doing what we know God wants us to do, if we are where He wants us to be, if we are who He has made us then IT DOES NOT MATTER WHAT PEOPLE THINK OR SAY ABOUT US THAT DETERMINES WHO WE ARE. IT’S WHO GOD IS AND WHO HE SAYS WE ARE!
Matthew 7:2- “For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you”.
Are the people in your life who are hard to please, in your shoes? Do they live your life? Do they know what it is like to be YOU, wholly & uniquely you; the way God has created you?
Do we know what it’s like to walk in the shoes of those we criticize as though we are some sort of expert on the life they live?
Some of us would be far less insecure, if we could be far less judgmental. We tend to judge others based on our own perceptions. Well our perception isn’t reality.
God has created each of us to be different. He has called us to be different. Different from the world and different from each other. Romans 12:2 –“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is -- his good, pleasing and perfect will”. We are different & unique, yet ALL equal. Psalm 139:14- “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well”.
Let’s aim to treat everyone with love and respect NO matter how they treat us.
Be you, step out in vulnerability. Be bold and be confident because God says YOU are beautiful. God says YOU are loved.
No matter what stones get thrown, be YOU.
The more kind hearted and REAL we are, the more confident we will feel. The more vulnerable we allow ourselves to be the more God can use us for HIS glory.
Psalm 56:11- “In God I trust and am not afraid. What can man do to me?”
Live free! Live loved by our all-knowing God who loves each of us no matter what!
September 15, 2011
2 Must Haves
As we are nearing good ole Flu/sick season I wanted to share a few MUST HAVE'S! The first was given to my by a friend in MN and it works beyond amazing!! It's activated charcoal capsules.
I've bought mine at Walgreens for around $20. Soon as you feel nauseous, take 3! If family members are throwing up, take them as a preventative. Seriously wonderful! There are many other uses for it as well.
The other thing to have on hand which was also recommended to me by another friend a few years ago is Emergen-C. Just a great vitamin to add to your water and take daily! You can sign up for free samples here.
September 14, 2011
I Used to Worry
I used to worry. I used to worry about everything. I used to worry about the world, about my kids, about my husband, my parents, my siblings, nieces & nephews. I used to worry about my friends. I used to worry about what people thought. If it could be worried about, I used to worry about it.
It all started when I was pregnant with Carter and 9-11 happened. My worry grew more when I had a few issues and had to be on bed rest with Carter. Then, when Carter was born my worry grew and grew and grew....and grew. Every and Anything under the sun, I worried.
Then comes a miscarriage, then more kids and more worrying.
People don't like me, I worried.
People think negatively, I worried.
Kids safety, I worried.
Health, worry.
I didn't worry normal worries either. I worried just to worry. Worry, worry, worry. One little thing could be blown way out of proportion in a matter of seconds, all in my mind.
I became sick of worrying. And Sick from worrying.
God freed me.
I am free.
I don't worry like I used to.
I am not anxious like I used to be.
Thank you Jesus!
I'm not gonna worry
I'm not gonna fret
I'm not gonna contemplate or speculate on things that haven't happened yet.
No worries.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. -Phil 4:6-7
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" -Matthew 6:25-26
God's got it.
Don't Worry.
There's nothing to worry about.
People don't like me? Oh well, your loss.
People think negatively? Oh well, your loss.
Kids? Jesus has got it!
Jobs? Family? Health? Marriage? Security? Fears? Don't worry. Don't be afraid.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. -John 14:27
God's got it.
Give it to Him.
Leave it with him.
Take a chill pill.
Relax.
Don't worry.
It all started when I was pregnant with Carter and 9-11 happened. My worry grew more when I had a few issues and had to be on bed rest with Carter. Then, when Carter was born my worry grew and grew and grew....and grew. Every and Anything under the sun, I worried.
Then comes a miscarriage, then more kids and more worrying.
People don't like me, I worried.
People think negatively, I worried.
Kids safety, I worried.
Health, worry.
I didn't worry normal worries either. I worried just to worry. Worry, worry, worry. One little thing could be blown way out of proportion in a matter of seconds, all in my mind.
I became sick of worrying. And Sick from worrying.
God freed me.
I am free.
I don't worry like I used to.
I am not anxious like I used to be.
Thank you Jesus!
I'm not gonna worry
I'm not gonna fret
I'm not gonna contemplate or speculate on things that haven't happened yet.
No worries.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. -Phil 4:6-7
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" -Matthew 6:25-26
God's got it.
Don't Worry.
There's nothing to worry about.
People don't like me? Oh well, your loss.
People think negatively? Oh well, your loss.
Kids? Jesus has got it!
Jobs? Family? Health? Marriage? Security? Fears? Don't worry. Don't be afraid.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. -John 14:27
God's got it.
Give it to Him.
Leave it with him.
Take a chill pill.
Relax.
Don't worry.
September 9, 2011
YOU DELIVER ME
Deliver Me!
1 Samuel 26:24 -"As surely as I valued your life today, so may the LORD value my life and deliver me from all trouble.”
Job 6:23 -"deliver me from the hand of the enemy, rescue me from the clutches of the ruthless"
Psalm 6:4 -"Turn, LORD, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love"
Psalm 31:1- "In you, LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness."
Psalm 71:2- "In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me."
2 Kings 17:39- "Rather, worship the LORD your God; it is he who will deliver you from the hand of all your enemies.”
Jeremiah 15:21- “I will save you from the hands of the wicked and deliver you from the grasp of the cruel.”
This song makes me emotional every time I hear it! Deep as the ocean, Bright as rain This powerful emotion lifts me up above the planes It's taken me to places I never thought I'd go Showing me a grace I never thought I'd know When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me I feel like a sinner, my sins have been washed clean I'm absolutely given, this heart has never seen I must be forgiven sometimes asking why I was chosen to be given you in this life When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me When there's a distance Between what I am and who I want to be You deliver me
1 Samuel 26:24 -"As surely as I valued your life today, so may the LORD value my life and deliver me from all trouble.”
Job 6:23 -"deliver me from the hand of the enemy, rescue me from the clutches of the ruthless"
Psalm 6:4 -"Turn, LORD, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love"
Psalm 31:1- "In you, LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness."
Psalm 71:2- "In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me."
2 Kings 17:39- "Rather, worship the LORD your God; it is he who will deliver you from the hand of all your enemies.”
Jeremiah 15:21- “I will save you from the hands of the wicked and deliver you from the grasp of the cruel.”
This song makes me emotional every time I hear it! Deep as the ocean, Bright as rain This powerful emotion lifts me up above the planes It's taken me to places I never thought I'd go Showing me a grace I never thought I'd know When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me I feel like a sinner, my sins have been washed clean I'm absolutely given, this heart has never seen I must be forgiven sometimes asking why I was chosen to be given you in this life When I feel like I can't go on You deliver me When the road is winding and way too long You deliver me You deliver me When there's a distance Between what I am and who I want to be You deliver me
My Deals
I went to "Harvest Home" in Pewaukee which has quickly become one of my favorite stores/boutiques. They are having a big sidewalk sale.
Last but not least, I got an adorable Handbag/purse/All Purpose Bag. It cost more than the Chair and Cupcake Holders Combined, but was still on sale. It's one of those bags that I want to keep for myself, but I bought it with the intention of giving it to a certain someone for Christmas. Comes with a wristlet and has a couple of cloth compartments inside. SO CUTE!
I got 2 cupcake holders! $2 each!
Fits 2 Bakers Dozen
And then a got an adorable chair that I plan to paint and reupholster! Cost $3!
Last but not least, I got an adorable Handbag/purse/All Purpose Bag. It cost more than the Chair and Cupcake Holders Combined, but was still on sale. It's one of those bags that I want to keep for myself, but I bought it with the intention of giving it to a certain someone for Christmas. Comes with a wristlet and has a couple of cloth compartments inside. SO CUTE!
September 5, 2011
Let the Little Children Come
I can only imagine how happy this makes our Lord! I am addicted to this video this week. Brings me to tears & gives me goosebumps every time! It's one of those videos I want every one and their mom to see!!!! His passion is evident & not fake. I can feel it and see it. This is how our personal worship should be. Passionate love for our Savior! We can learn a lot from this precious little boy!
Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14
September 3, 2011
Flea Markets
I just discovered this TODAY! I am beyond ecstatic!
I. LOVE. FLEA. MARKETS.
Love em! Love em! Love em!!!!!!
I love flea market style! I love flea market bargains! I love flea market decor! I love flea market jewelry!
I love flea market KETTLE CORN! I love flea market smells! And now check this out!
I. LOVE. FLEA. MARKETS.
Love em! Love em! Love em!!!!!!
I love flea market style! I love flea market bargains! I love flea market decor! I love flea market jewelry!
I love flea market KETTLE CORN! I love flea market smells! And now check this out!
FLEA MARKET MAGAZINE
and
BLOG!!!
http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/
September 2, 2011
Nope, it's JUST a gut.
So 3 times in my life...3 random times...each years apart...I have received the dreaded, most awful question you can ever ask a woman when the answer is "NO".
Now years apart, probably because with seasons and hormones, emotions and circumstances, MOST women "fluctuate" in all different, kinds of ways.
Each time the question was by a WOMAN too! Ladies, aren't we supposed to stick together? Seriously.
More than motivate me, it makes me annoyed. Because each year it's tougher and tougher to be "hot" won't you say? (though I will keep trying anyway)
I consider myself quite confident, so I actually felt worse for the women when theyasked annoyingly spoke out this question.
If you are not sure of the answer, DON'T ASK! We all know this rule, do we not ladies?
Another thing...don't look down at a woman's stomach, then up, then glance down again. Cause it's not non-challant even though you think you are being discreet. You might as well just come out and pop the dreaded question.
You wear shirts that aren't fitted as to look more appropriate because quite frankly who wants to see that? But then those shirts look like tents off of your middle which cause the wondering. We just cannot win. (time for sit-ups)
But what we can do is realize we ALL come in different shapes & sizes. God says we are beautiful. AND last but NOT least "DO NOT ASK A WOMAN IF THEY ARE HAVING A BABY UNLESS YOU KNOW BEYOND A SHADOW OF A DOUBT THAT THE ANSWER IS YES!"
Now years apart, probably because with seasons and hormones, emotions and circumstances, MOST women "fluctuate" in all different, kinds of ways.
Each time the question was by a WOMAN too! Ladies, aren't we supposed to stick together? Seriously.
More than motivate me, it makes me annoyed. Because each year it's tougher and tougher to be "hot" won't you say? (though I will keep trying anyway)
I consider myself quite confident, so I actually felt worse for the women when they
If you are not sure of the answer, DON'T ASK! We all know this rule, do we not ladies?
Another thing...don't look down at a woman's stomach, then up, then glance down again. Cause it's not non-challant even though you think you are being discreet. You might as well just come out and pop the dreaded question.
You wear shirts that aren't fitted as to look more appropriate because quite frankly who wants to see that? But then those shirts look like tents off of your middle which cause the wondering. We just cannot win. (time for sit-ups)
But what we can do is realize we ALL come in different shapes & sizes. God says we are beautiful. AND last but NOT least "DO NOT ASK A WOMAN IF THEY ARE HAVING A BABY UNLESS YOU KNOW BEYOND A SHADOW OF A DOUBT THAT THE ANSWER IS YES!"
September 1, 2011
What Faith Can Do
Everybody falls sometimes
Gotta find the strength to rise
From the ashes and make a new beginning
Anyone can feel the ache
You think it’s more than you can take
But you're stronger, stronger than you know
Don’t you give up now
The sun will soon be shining
You gotta face the clouds
To find the silver lining
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
It doesn’t matter what you’ve heard
Impossible is not a word
It’s just a reason for someone not to try
Everybody’s scared to death
When they decide to take that step
Out on the water
It’ll be alright
Life is so much more
Than what your eyes are seeing
You will find your way
If you keep believing
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
Overcome the odds
You don't have a chance
(That’s what faith can do)
When the world says you can’t
It’ll tell you that you can!
This song will forever be one of my favorites as it was such a powerful song during such a tough time for my family in 2009/2010 with the events that surrounded my brother Andy's terrible car accident.
The faith God gave us and the strength we found in HIM was so amazing! Faith Healed Andy and brought him through a miracle as he overcame so many odds I cannot even begin to explain. There is nothing impossible with God!
Gotta find the strength to rise
From the ashes and make a new beginning
Anyone can feel the ache
You think it’s more than you can take
But you're stronger, stronger than you know
Don’t you give up now
The sun will soon be shining
You gotta face the clouds
To find the silver lining
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
It doesn’t matter what you’ve heard
Impossible is not a word
It’s just a reason for someone not to try
Everybody’s scared to death
When they decide to take that step
Out on the water
It’ll be alright
Life is so much more
Than what your eyes are seeing
You will find your way
If you keep believing
I’ve seen dreams that move the mountains
Hope that doesn’t ever end
Even when the sky is falling
I’ve seen miracles just happen
Silent prayers get answered
Broken hearts become brand new
That’s what faith can do
Overcome the odds
You don't have a chance
(That’s what faith can do)
When the world says you can’t
It’ll tell you that you can!
This song will forever be one of my favorites as it was such a powerful song during such a tough time for my family in 2009/2010 with the events that surrounded my brother Andy's terrible car accident.
The faith God gave us and the strength we found in HIM was so amazing! Faith Healed Andy and brought him through a miracle as he overcame so many odds I cannot even begin to explain. There is nothing impossible with God!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)