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The Stockbrocker & The Jesus Mouse

I saw this movie tonight & oh my word, I laughed & you will too. It isnt the type I usually go to see at the theaters, as I am more a romantic comedy or drama type, but this was pretty darn worth it. Hilariously ridiculous.

Im Goin' Back....

Im on my way back to Mexico in a couple of weeks for a short, long weekend mission trip. I am praying that it will be a blessed trip for me & the people I am going to work with.

Im super excited....now, to find me some workin' clothes...

Muffins

Cooking today.

Line-Up

Tiny Love doesnt wear rock shades yet, so a hat it is.

Brought To You By The Letter M

Happy Monday.

Ive got an essay to write, the likes of which I do not wish to meet again, so Ill leave you with something short but oh so very sweet.

Keep Rollin'

Giant hamster-like water balls...

...what every house with a child needs.

Getting To Know Me

Post idea borrowed from KingdomMama

True or False?

BBCAmerica is constantly on my television as of late.

True or False?

Before exercising to exercise I would do just about anything else.

True or False?

If you are viewing a movie with me you should refrain from talking, getting up, moving, or making any noise if at all possible.

True or False?

I enjoy condiments more than the food they go on.

True or False?

I once unknowingly took money from an establishment in an impoverished Mexican community.

True or False?

Some like to call me the forgetful vegetarian.

True or False?

My rock star status will be growing sufficiently in the coming months.

True or False?

I once scared off a potential suitor by saying, "I want a lot of kids".

True or False?

Dirty kids ick me out, but not my own dirty kids.

True or False?

Sour worms & chocolate please.

True or False?

I have lived in a hot climate all my live & cant stand the hot.

True or False?

I have been known to cry during cartoons & Disney movies.

True or False?

I live for God.

True or False?

I have a slight Twilight obsession.

True or False?

I was a cheerleader in high school.

True or False?

All of these answers are true.

True.

Its Friday Night

Do you know where your nannies are?

Yes, we have BIG plans.....hahahahaha...

Momma Was A Hippie

What can you say, such were children of the 60's & 70's...I tend to feel a pull towards the hippie lifestyle also...

you know, except for the whole drug using, "free-loving", bra burning aspect of it all...

but other than that...

Im all about peace, love & happiness. Just in a drug-free environment where the only person I am "loving" is the man Im married to.

Call me radical.

Fair Sightings

The State Fair is in town & you know what that means.
I dont really know what that means, I just thought Id see what you had to say about it...anywho...some highlights included:

I found Alice Corner!


Will you go left or right?? Hehehe...oh Hatter...

The 9/11 Memorial.

This pencil drawing of Jacob Black. Yes, I can find Twilight anywhere I go.

There has GOT to be a more comfortable pair of high heels out there!

A bunch of children at an after school program made this horse out of happy meal toys.

Betcha cant do that!

Ahh...cant beat the view!

And lastly, but in no way least....

wait for it.....

wait for it...

Now bear in mind it is a picture of a picture...but still too good to not include...hehehe...

Bam...Awesomely Awkwardly Inconspicuous in our white tees & dark shades. Oh yes, I know, you are jealous.

I am also aware of the fact that if I get any whiter I may be singled out as a vampire...but thats another post for another time.

Also that the spacing on my posts is crazy...I have no clue how to control or fix that...if anyone with the know-how would like to clue me in it would be much appreciated so my OCD can take a rest.

Playtime

Not quite sure what is on Tiny Love's Behind, but it isnt what is usually in that spot, ha! Probably just a piece of food. Pretty cute moment of them playing together.

200

I got a few new dresses this past weekend. I wore one of them today & quite liked it. I was comfy all day.

My boss seemed to approve, as upon my arrival this morning she said, "Miss Stefani, your dress is so bright! Its so nice!" Perhaps I should incorporate more bright colors into my wardrobe.

Birdseye View

Caught this overhead shot of the girlies playing together.

The First Time

Met a friend here for lunch today. It was the first time Ive ever eaten there. Pretty good food.

I now have Family Force 5's song "The First Time" stuck in my head...

& now you do to. Heh.

What Can I Say

This is dinner on a Friday night.

Pretty Darn Precious

I passed by Mr. J's room this morning & found this set-up.

~The past few days Mr. J has been playing with his older sister's Madame Alexander doll whom he has named Jeremy. He has become quite the little father, toting Jeremy around, dressing & undressing, sitting the baby in front of the tv (what good parent doesnt do that?).

Upon further inspection in his room I found this schedule that had been written down. (I originally thought that his mother had written it, but after review, it seems to be his father's handwriting, which is curious as Dad has been anything but thrilled with Mr. J's new favorite game.)

We're Pale Folk

Heres to sunny days...

...if only they could be slightly cooler sunny days.

Poker Face

I do believe people know me too well.

In one of my classes we were required to put together a video & for the opportunity at extra credit we could have the class view & critique it (which I did). Last night as I was reviewing the feedback papers I found a few interesting & amusing additions...

Someone found my video so dull that they had time to draw a map of the United States?!...notice, Washington (home state of Forks) is pointed out.

Next: Are those bullet points designed as wooden stakes?

A closer look...Ill let you be the judge

Tennies

The cutest shoes on the cutest feet

The Edward-Jesus Revelation

This is a good one, I promise, hang in here with me...

Some of you may know that I am a bit stagnant in my dating life (compared to my counterparts). This is mostly by choice. I really dont see how, at this stage in time, I would be able to devote what is needed to a new relationship with my work/school schedule. I am also comfortable & secure in the knowledge that my life is written & God knows whats what. If He intends for me to meet someone than He will have it happen exactly when it is mean to & not a moment sooner ( I am also secure in the knowledge that I might not have someone for me, not everyone gets married & I am okay with that)...but does all of this mean I dont want it? We all know better than that. I am only human after all.

So I find myself in bed one night, brainwheels ticking away, perhaps I was mopping. It wouldnt be surprising if it was an evening I had either just finished reading or watching Twilight (because that happens ever so often in my house) & I was thinking about Edward & Jacob & their devotion to Bella. How Edward would die for Bella.

She has two guys who would do anything for her, that love her. How do some girls get two guys to want them & other girls cant even get one guy to want them? Yes, I am fully aware that the Edward-Bella-Jacob Love Triangle is fictional & that most men in the real world can't stand "Bella".

Edward waited almost 100 years for Bella. He would die for her. I know there is a lot of hate talk out there about Bella & Edward's "co-dependent" relationship...frankly, phooey to that. Once again, its fiction people & you get out of it what you choose to.

I want a guy who would die for me...BAM...

I already have a guy who died for me.

So you see, Twilight sceptics, if God could bring such a revelation to me through these fictional characters (albeit its a truth I already knew, but it has made me since stifle anymore of the why not me nonsense jabber) than are my beloved vampires & werewolves really that bad? Ive said it & Ill say it again, its all about what you get out of something.

The Pack

I was filled with a feeling of freedom when I saw this pack of bikers driving down the road today. The group of them, riding together, flowing like a river...& I knew exactly where they were going too.

That feeling of freedom was somewhat lost when I found myself stuck between slow Corolla & slower Corolla...egh...goodbye open road.

Sweet Times Two

Visiting Today:

These two tiny blessings:

All The Single Ladies

Like my new desk? I put it together myself.

Maybe now I can get organized enough to keep myself on track...

I said maybe.

Puppy & Glee

I do believe that we should try to move through life with the sort of joy that My Little Shadow has for the things around her. Take Puppy for example. It only takes the sight of Puppy for MLS to suck in a huge amount of oxygen into her lungs, let it out slowly & squeal with glee. Glee that consumes every ounce of her body.

This is how we should move through life.

Action

(note: the rooster pic is random to the post content...because its what I had, ha!)

So you believe in God. Good! Now glorify Him.

I got to talk to friends over the weekend & some of our conversations feel on the topic of accountability & glorifying God. It is often heard, "I believe in God." Thats wonderful, a great starting point. The problem is, a lot of times, that is all that is said; & worse than what is said, that is all that is done.

It takes an insane amount of devotion & faith to believe in God, that isnt something that should be taken lightly; the words tossed around in conversation just to make people comfortable in their surroundings.
But believing in God is not just about saying you believe. You have to live it, show it in everything you do, because you are God's ambassador here on Earth; if you arent representing Him well then you arent being a very efficient ambassador.

This pertains to your lifestyle choices. How you go about day to day with your demeanor & attitude. Your accountability.

Remember that you are (almost) always being watched by someone, & if you are walking through your life saying that you are a believer of God, then do Him proud & live like it. It is a wonderful, glorious, joyous place to be, in it for God. Personally I believe one can gain amazing happiness, security & direction through a life spent knowing & serving Him. And I wish that for everyone that I know because I know it is amazing...
(does that mean I think different lifestyles are wrong or I am better than you? Not at all. I just love & care about everyone so darn much & I know the great that God has done for me; I wish He could do it for other people too... & I want us to all be able to party in Heaven together.)

I try to live each day for God, working for Him to glorify Him, showing others Him through me. Some days I think about it less than others; Im not perfect by any means, no one is! I figure that if I can do this right in my life, then I will be happy & have a sense of accomplishment.

"Neither do people light a lamp & put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on a stand, & it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds & praise your Father in Heaven." ~Matthew 5:15-16

Good Posting To Resume Tomorrow

Hope y'all had a great 4th. We sure did.

Freedom Isnt Free

Though I sometimes joke that I am not the most patriotic American (mostly for my desire to live in other parts of the world) I am not naive to the fact that I am completely blessed to live in a country where I have the freedom to go where I want, dressed the way I like, and say the things I want to say.

And while I find the way that this land was acquired by the English completely savage...like my play on words there?...& have lackluster feelings for a multitude of things that have gone on in American history, the fact remains that I am better off to be a woman here in America than many other places in the world, insofar as freedom, rights, job opportunities & education are concerned.

Men & women have given up their lives so we could have these opportunities. They have lived their lives around this cause, devoted everything they had to it, died for it.

Though I joke that I am not "the best" Christian, I would die for my faith. I am questioned & challenged about why I believe what I do & what I have to give up for my faith a lot. Im not naive, I know that I sacrifice for my faith.

Sometimes it saddens me so much to see what people have done to God, the church, religion. I see how it turns people away from God & that breaks my heart. There are horrible things that have been done in "the name of religion"; but I know how wonderful God truly is. If everyone could just see the good, that we are so much better off with Him, in his nation.

Men & women have given up their lives for the cause of their religions.

One man gave His life for the cause of all of us. He died so we could truly be free.

Do I sacrifice for my faith? Yes. But my sacrifice is nothing compared to theirs. Compared to His.

Freedom isnt Free.

Starlight, Shine Bright

"The light shines in the darkness but the darkness has not understood it." John 1:5

Homerun

A baseball game on a summer evening with friends...aaahhh, so nice

Summertime

...The livins' easy