Written on 02/27/2011
It’s amazing how Christian’s go on living like selfish, loveless, immature, beings. We have such a greater calling in life. God demands that we love each other. He demands that we submit to Him and His word. Instead we strive to find joy and happiness on our own, apart from Him. We fill our lives with what we consider “success”. We neglect the precious relationships He has blessed us with because sometimes putting someone else’s needs before your selfish needs is tough, so we just don’t do it. How can we expect to have a fruitful life when we can’t even let go of our selfishness…
This was a good one today by the way…
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Written on 02/26/2011
I want this post to be on a light note. I’v been wanting to share a few things with you guys. I’ve recently made some purchases on Etsy that I absolutely love!
I bought this cute little paper wreath for my entry way. I got a really cute black wreath stand from Craft Warehouse for about 7 bucks to hang it from. She customizes the letter in the middle. Ours is a “T” with black glitter. It’s just a sweet and simple little addition to our home and for $12.50 how could I pass it up? Want one? Go here!
Next I’ve been wanting one of these WWII posters for a while. I love everything it has to offer! This is a great shop to buy one and if you buy 3 you get one free! They make fun gifts! I also bought one for the girls bathroom that says, ” Keep calm and soak on” now I just need to buy one of these frames to put it in!
If you haven’t check out Etsy much, I urge you to take a moment and just browse for things that interest you. You wont believe the amazing talent and treasures you will find.
Here are a few of my favorite Etsy shops. Enjoy!
These pillows are just so perfect! And Look at THIS!
Such a great idea for all you bookworms out there who like to read wherever you go and don’t like Snoopy Sally trying to pry in…
Wow. Perfect for Summer and a day at the beach!
Have a Scentsy Burner? Or just LOVE candles? Check these out.
Last but not least my most favorite hats for my girls EVER! They are to DIE for. Seriously.
So. Have fun shopping!!
Happy Weekend!
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Written on 02/25/2011
I just came across this blog through a blog contest site, and then I cam across this link from the blog I came across from the blog contest site.
Enjoy!
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Written on 02/21/2011
This morning I woke up my sweet Cohen at my bedside. She’s just tall enough to barley peek over top of my mattress. When I rolled over and looked I saw a nest of blonde hair and two HUGE blue eye’s looking at me. This usually starts my day off well. She proceeds to grab my iphone and watch cartoons while I lay and snuggle next to her. Isla decided to sleep a bit later this morning so it was nice to have a moment to prepare for battle. She usually wakes up crying and unhappy, which kinda starts my day off on the stressful side. Once both girls were up we all headed downstairs to do our usual morning rituals. Co watches TV, Isla walks around aimlessly with her blanket in hand and thumb in her mouth. I try to avoid eye contact while I sip my coffee and peek at e-mails. Then once I am caught sitting the breakfast requests begin. This is the part in my day where I have to make some choices regarding my attitude and my heart.
One thing that seemed to really help my morning instantly was the fact that it’s beautiful and sunny outside. For some reason waking up to a gray rainy morning sets me up to feel stressed and bit on the sad side. I was thankful for the rare and refreshing blue sky this morning. Am I going to make this a good day or a bad day?
I’m leaving my mind and my heart open. I’m going to spend some time in prayer and listen to the new Hillsong United album. I am going to invite The Holy Spirit into my heart and my home this morning and see where it leads my day.
And now I am off to play “puppies” with the girls….
Joy!
K.
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Written on 02/18/2011
As you can see we are making some changes to the blog! I am VERY excited about it and it might look a bit messy until we are completely finished.
That’s all :-)
Loves!
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Written on 02/15/2011
First off. Valentine’s dinner was beyond fabulous. Although Salem isn’t exactly “the hot spot” for eating out we have scored a few diamonds in the rough. One being my favorite in town, La Capitale, an incredible French Bistro that truly focuses on using local ingredients. That’s a big deal to me (can someone say Portlandia) and it definitely makes an impact on the taste of their incredible food.
I had the opportunity to get dressed up. This is a rare occasion for me. I had my outfit all planned out and I wanted to snap some pictures of my ensamble but surprisingly (more like “as usual”) we were running WAY late and the style photo shoot did not happen. Oh well. Another time! Vin made this day very special with roses, a card from him and the girls, chocolates, and lastly a wonderful dinner. My v-day cards arrived in the mail today (of course they did, that’s just how I roll) and I spent the day with my two little wild valentines cleaning up messes, reading books, watching cartoons, making food and snuggling around the house.
Finally, 5 o clock! Vin gets home, we rush out the door, drop the girls off with my amazing Mom and off we go!
Have you seen the Movie Julie and Julia? If so have you since been DYING to try beef bourguignon? ME TOO! And that’s what I had and I am now totally obsessed with it. In fact I want some now.
Here are a few pictures we actually did take. I was happy to see my hair wasn’t nearly as big as I thought it was when I took my last and frazzled glance in the mirror on my way out the door into the pouring rain! The pictures aren’t great quality and they are a bit dark as the restaurant was dark and very romantic to boot.
Vin had a wedge salad with sliced granny smith apple, sliced radish, green onion, a house ranch with dill topped with crunchy croutons. Amazing!
My Salad had sweet diced pear, bleu cheese crumbs, the most AMAZING candied walnuts I have ever eaten, cooked shallots and the most lovely vinaigrette dressing. It was a serious party in my mouth!
If my beef bourguignon was human, we would have had a love affair. Seriously.
Vin’s free range whole chicken, green salad and honestly the most incredible, creamy, amazing, perfect macaroni and cheese ever! Holy crizap.
A perfect apple tart with vanilla ice cream and flourless chocolate cake with blood orange sauce.
And because we are totally crazy we ended with this little “for two” sampler dessert plate.
Ok. So I think I gained another couple pounds just looking at those pictures! Wow. Did I go to the gym today? Nope. Did I eat a few sugar cookies with buttercream frosting for breakfast and snack and lunch? Yes.
Ok. I hope you all had a lovely romantic Valentine’s day. I feel sad for the people who make it a “lame” day. It’s one day a year to make a little extra special and romantic for your lover (if you have one of course, and it’s probably best to be married to them :-) Lord knows I like to be romanced a bit, so I gladly welcome this day to celebrate love!
XOXO,
kesh.
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