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Clouds {This Or That Thursday}
Last week, we had some crazy weather. It was soooo hot. I think we hit the triple digits or very close to it most of the week but Thursday just flipped the script. While I was at work, I happened to look out my window and noticed that the clouds looked a little, ummm, odd. So, I did what any normal person would do, I grabbed my Nikon and ran outside and started snapping away… I only took a couple of shots before it started raining so I quickly ran back inside… But the cloud show started again almost as soon as I got home… I decided not to edit,…
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Faith {In the Church}
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Giving Thanks for the Small Things {This or That Thursday}
Sometimes I get so caught up in the big picture that I miss the little things. For example, I took this picture using Instagram because I thought the light coming off the setting sun was just beautiful. In fact, I was so awestruck by the evening sky that I didn’t even notice the lone shopping cart until after I had posted the picture. And it made me think, how many times have I been so involved in the “big” things of life that I forget to give thanks for the “little” things? Life has no guarantees, in fact, Psalm 103:15~16 says: “The life of mortals is like grass, they flourish…
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August Photo A Day {Photography}
So did you catch all of my photos for the month of July? No? That’s because I think I took a total of four. Four in 31 days! What the heck, yo? I have a perfectly good camera that has been collecting the proverbial dust because I, hmmm, I don’t have a valid excuse. But since I got called out on Instagram by my friend Mylynka at Finding Fitness in My Forties (notice her name showing up a lot lately?), I guess I’m gonna have to succeed this month. So here it is, Fat Mum Slim’s prompts for August’s Photo A Day Challenge: Would you like to participate? Here are…
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And God Called the Light Day {Faith}
I’m linking up with: Internet Cafe Devotions ~ Word Filled Wednesday Katie Lloyd Photography ~ Scripture & a Snapshot
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How to Create a Succulent Garden {This or That Thursday}
If you read my post on Tuesday, you’ll know that I’ve been dying to either buy or create my own succulent garden for awhile now but failed in my first attempt. Lesson learned from that little episode? Be prepared. There are many reasons why I like succulent gardens: Low maintenance No allergy concerns Kinda funky and unexpected Succulent gardens can be purchased just about anywhere, but when you’re looking for something unique, it’s more fun to create yourself. To see larger images, simply click on the picture. So here’s what you’ll need to create your own succulent garden: THE SUPPLIES Cactus Soil Soil Cover aka Rocks Choice of Succulents Planter…
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Scavenger Hunt Sunday {Photography}
New month, new beginnings, right? Right. I’m heading into my 3rd week as a Cinchspiration blogger and things are going… LOL I’ll give a full update tomorrow, but suffice it to say, I sure could use some encouragement and cheering up and on. If you’re on Instagram, Pinterest or Twitter, please follow me and the rest of the ladies as we try to shed some weight, get healthy and make ourselves stronger. 1. Sunset From the archives. I don’t know if it’s just me or what but Missouri has some of the most beautiful sunsets. 2. Sweet From the archives. There’s nothing sweeter or tangier than Granny Smith Apples. 3.…
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Thank You {This Or That Thursday}
I just wanted to take this time to thank all of you who’ve been so supportive of me as I’ve begun my weight loss journey with Team #Cinchspiration. Your kind words of support, your cheers, your questions, everything has helped me to push forward. As you know, starting (and starting in such a public way) can be daunting but knowing that you guys are out there supporting me. To watch my story unfold, stay tuned as I blog, Facebook, vlog, tweet and pin my inches lost. You can follow the Team Cinchspiration conversation on Twitter using #Cinchspiration. I’m linking up with Deb of Deb Duty Photography for This or That Thursday. Disclosure: I am receiving free Cinch® Inch Loss Plan…
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Thank You for Your Steadfast Love {Word Filled Wednesday}
I’m linking up with: Internet Cafe Devotions ~ Word Filled Wednesday Katie Lloyd Photography ~ Scripture & a Snapshot Women Living Well Ministries ~ Women Living Well Wednesday
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Happy Father’s Day!
I’d like to wish all the dads out there a very happy Father’s Day. My prayer for each and every one of you is that you will show the love and guidance for your family that God has shown toward us.





