tidbits of life.

>> home sweet oklahoma. after the tornadoes hit, the images of loss, sadness, pain, and hurt were unreal. the aftermath of destruction left a deep wound in the hearts of oklahomans and many others around the nation. but then the stories of survival, volunteers, and heroes took over. it showed me that there is still good in this broken world. i cried every time a survivor praised God on live tv. He is there. it will take a long time for clean-up and healing, but we will do it together because that's the oklahoma way. we are oklahoma strong. 

>> i started studying the book of ruth. what a woman of faith. i'm only into chapter three, but God is showing me areas of my life that need a change. He's working in my heart and molding me. it's not always easy to see the not-so-good things about yourself, but that's the beauty of His life-changing grace. it can take the hardest of hearts and make it new.

>> coffee time is my favorite time. [made with the new a beautiful mess app]

>> i started a series on my small town fashionista instagram and tumblr. each week, i will post what i am diggin' at the moment. join in on the fun and tag what you are currently diggin' with #STFweeklydig and follow along to see the current weekly dig!  

>> boomer wasn't sure what to think of the swimming fishies on the ipad. she hit it one time, and then decided she was over it.

>> smashchicken and smashfries. it was a party in my mouth. ahhhhh, i can't even explain those fries. out of this world.

>> rosebush at my grandma's house.

>> harry potter & a hairy kitty. can we just discuss HP for a second? i always heard about the books when i was in school. my parents never told me i couldn't read it, but i heard from other people that it was not christian-like to read it. fast forward to present day. i decided to give the first book a try. after finishing the book, i felt the same way after i read the hunger games: i need to read the other books NOW! yes, there is magic in the book. no, it doesn't make me want to go become a witch. it's a work of fiction. it kept me turning the pages because it was creative and well written. i liked it so much that i bought the other six books yesterday. so what's the big deal? if you are against harry potter, please tell me your reasons. i'm eager to hear both sides.

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>> a design print i made last night. so excited and thankful for this new inspiration.

>> spring trees + a polaroid + jewel nails.

>> i planted tulips last fall in not very high hopes that they would bloom. turns out i have a green thumb after all!

>> i bought my first transformers comic book recently. 

>> the pear tree is starting to bloom, and i can't help but think of my grandma gracie. she planted that years ago and i am so thankful for this sweet reminder of her.

>> my mama bought me this beautiful ring for easter, and i love it so much.


ps: yesterday i noticed that i've had the wrong blog lovin' account linked up. when i changed the web address, it made a new blog lovin' page, so here is the right blog lovin' page to follow. i also have a facebook page, and of course, GFC on the sidebar. (2 away from 100!)

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>> spring is showing it's presence everywhere i turn. my heart can hardly contain itself.

>> i've been rockin' the katniss braid for two weeks now.

>> daffodils randomly growing in the pasture.

>> this cat. she is such a hoot! it's so hard to believe that she is 14 years old. i say that like she's human, which she thinks she is.

>> i made iced coffee with coffee ice cubes. this will be a staple in my summer drinks.

>> my new wedge sneakers from target. when i first saw these, i was like ew. but then sydney wore them and i went from hater to
one of my favorite scenes in mean girls.

ps: with google reader shutting down, i have blog lovin', facebook, & hellocotton for those who want to start finding an alternative.

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>> polaroid of the beautiful daffodils.

>> sunshine + favorite scarf + jean vest + dslr = happiness.

>> i finally got to wear my snow boots!

>> this came in the mail and i am so excited to work through it in hopes of jump-starting new creativity.

>> pretty new washi tape from the plaid barn.

>> dark chocolate almond milk. so good.

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>> a peppermint mocha on a rainy saturday while shopping with mama.

>> chick-fil-a grilled nuggets. heaven in a bowl.

>> daddy bought an rv for parts, but i thought it made a great picture.

>> bricks.

>> new boots. my mama said they look like granny's boots from the beverly hillbillies. i'd have to agree!

>> the redbud bush has the tiniest of blooms, and i literally could cry because i love spring flowers. be still, my soul.

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>> the daffodils i found in the pasture last year are starting to grow and my heart could burst. i love spring.

>> i had a moment in the cookie aisle when i saw the new mega stuf oreos.

>> "Your faithfulness reaches to the clouds."

>> top knot.

>> dried-up sunflowers can still make a pretty picture.

>> mint julep masque. i randomly found this online and had to buy it. i used this all the time in high school! 

>> winter nature.

>> gorgeous hand-painted pillowcases made by my great-grandmother.

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>> so thankful for a daddy who will stop what he's doing to help someone. (even if it's just putting air in my tires)

>> the christian zombie killers handbook is one of the best books i've read. so much gospel truth, minus the feel-good fluff.

>> romans 12:2.

>> signs of winter.

>> iced coffee.

>> painted a section of my bedroom with chalkboard paint.

>> the flu can't stop me from enjoying the Word and oj in my penguin cup.

>> a beautiful 68* january day.

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>> frosty morning.

>> everlasting covenant.

>> Jesus + the Word + coffee.

>> my lovely life planner. is it weird to be thankful for a planner?

>> breakfast for dinner // pancakes with nutella, scrambled eggs, and turkey bacon.

>> i'm using my life planner to write down memories and meaningful scripture for the day. exodus 14:14.

>> odd little growth on a tree branch.

>> my newest favorite drink: sparkling ice water in coconut pineapple.

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- pine cones & instagrams.
- new scarf & white button up.
- keurig & penguin snowman mug.

- beautiful winter nature.
- last minute Christmas shopping.
- black and white.

i see everyone posting pictures of their new dslr, and i'm all like, "when was the last time i picked mine up?!"
i'm thinking of doing a 365 project. i did one in 2011 and had so much fun. maybe i'll make this one dslr shots only. 
any of you lovely readers starting a project 365 in 2013? 

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- a masterpiece by the Master Himself.

- rockin' my new walk in love t-shirt.

- peppermint mocha.

- eyeem app. with instagram's uncertain terms of service, i found this app to be a good alternative.

- tiny flower of hope.

- i went pine cone pickin' last night for a DIY project i'm making.

- my cousin, joey, had a dentist appointment, so he came to visit us at work afterward. love that kid!

- frosty. 

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- can ya tell i like my inflatable penguin?
- a dark chocolate kit kat and a kitty cat.
- y'all, i found a random pumpkin in the pasture. don't know who put it there or why. freaky.
- oklahoma sunset.

- excedrin migraine is back on store shelves. can i get an amen?
- beautiful nature.
- mama was out of town and wanted to see my cute new outfit. cheeeeese.
- i found a new tree in the pasture that i haven't seen before. it was like Christmas morning.

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- starbucks' salted caramel hot cocoa.

- my cute mama. as of today, she has lost 38 pounds!

- leaf + pond = love.

- favorite time of day: Jesus, the Word, and coffee.

- beautiful sunrise.

- iced coffee.

- prettiness at g-ma's house.

- one of my favorite ornaments!

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rainy day = wellies.

i made my tomato soup again. so good.

pretty nature.

my pinterest project inspired from this pin.

new sweater and a caramel mocha.

oklahoma sunset.

a leaf i found in the pasture. thought it was cool, so i hung it on my wall.

gorgeous scenery on the drive to stillwater.

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pretty flowers. edited with a great photo app called afterglow.

mama's taco soup. i've had it for lunch and dinner two days in a row. it's that good.

flannel and waves.

chocolate chips in my oatmeal, or as i like to call it: a bowl of bliss.

homemade turkey pizza and a salad.

a cuddly kitty.

caramel iced coffee.

penguin socks and sweats. comfort at its finest.

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a dandy sunset.

passion tea lemonade.

i seriously cannot stop playing gems with friends.

green lights.

i planted tulips! they are purple and red, my favorite colors. we will see how good my green thumb is come spring.

the neighbor's horse is my friend. he watches me while i walk and take pictures in the pasture.

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lucky charms and boomer. she has been sleeping in my bed lately. willingly. the end of the world is near, y'all.

morning nature walk. good for the soul.

i kinda like mcd's iced coffee. i've won free breakfast sammiches and smoothies. score! 

yes, i have to set 4 alarms. yes, i am still late sometimes.

bits of autumn.

starting a new scarf this week. the color is so pretty!

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pumpkin spice cupcake. i'll let you in on a little secret: that's a walmart bakery cuppycake. God bless the walmart bakery.

my newest favorite game app, letterpress.

frost on my car.

totally diggin' t-swift's new album. 22 is my faaavvv.

1 thessalonians 5:16.

fall sighting. this cooler weather is wonderful.

beautiful morning glories. they are becoming one of my favorites. can't wait to plant some in the spring!

frosty clover.

idea from here.