So Long, 2010!!

New Year's Eve...once again.

It's the time where people think back over the year that is drawing to a close...blessings, blunders and everything in between. I am no exception.

For me, 2010 was a year full of learning, losing and gaining. Learning about myself, learning about others and how to relate the two. Losing my way as well as some relationships. Gaining much needed perspective and a few relationships, once thought to be lost.

I made mistakes...we all usually do. But what I love about this NYE, is that I can look back on the year and see the lessons I learned and the mistakes I fixed. I would like to think that this was a pivotal year for me. One that is ending on a wonderful note.

I have much anticipation for what 2011 will bring. I give it to the Lord for what HE has in store for me and I CAN'T WAIT!!!

To all my friends (those that have come and gone), family, acquaintances and blog readers: As I wrap up my final post of 2010, I want to wish you all of God's blessings on the eve of this new year. Put Him first and it WILL be the most blessed year for each of you. That's MY plan!

This will be the best New Year's Eve I've had in a very long time and I am looking forward to ushering in 2011 the right way!

Have a kiss at midnight? Don't mind if I do...



~ this is one of my favorite versions of this song ~

Who Ya Gonna Call?

Sometimes ghosts creep up when we're least expecting it, in the most unlikely of places or times. Memories, songs or notes from your past that are in your face, before you know it, taunting you.

I have been dealing with ghosts this morning. Thankfully for me, I have my own personal ghostbuster.

Make the call? Don't mind if I do...

Tattle-tale

When we were kids, we were always told not to tell on someone else. "No one likes a tattle-tale!" We also were told that honesty is the best policy. Those things were embedded in my mind from a young age. I tell my kids the same things, when the opportunity arises.

What happens when, in order to fulfill one, you must do the other?

In the interest of being honest, because it IS the best policy, afterall, I had to tattle. The twist? I had to tattle on myself!!! Man...they didn't talk about that when we were kids.

***Transparency Alert***

There have been times in my life that I have been less than honest...downright, dishonest, if you want to know the truth. It is these times that haunt me. Some of the biggest mistakes of my life came from dishonesty and I will forever pay the consequences for them.

I made a decision to live my life honestly...no matter what! I have done that and will continue to do so. It is the best policy afterall.

To continue my honest living, I had to tell on myself. It was painful to say, and even more painful to hear, I'm certain. However, in the long run, it was the right thing to do, for the right reasons, and I believe, it will pay off in the end.

I hope I'm right...

Be a tattle-tale? Don't mind if I do...

The "I Love You" Conundrum

Is there an exact right amount of times to say "I love you"?

You would think the more you say it or hear it, the better it is. I'm not sure this is the case. Sometimes when it's said too much, it gets watered down. On the other hand, if it's not said enough, it may cause the other person to question your feelings. I'm certain there is a balance in there somewhere. My guess is, the right amount will be different for each individual. You have to find what works for you and your loved ones.

I usually lean on the side of saying it more rather than less. I like to say it, because I like to hear it, and I mean it, sincerely, every time.

It is my hope that it doesn't seem diluted...

Find the balance between watery and questioning? Don't mind if I do...

Party of One

I made a decision today. I am going to start another blog.

When I started this one, it was for me...my thoughts and my feelings about whatever it is that was going on with me at the moment. As time has gone on, it has become less FOR me, and more ABOUT me. There is a difference. I have to sometimes censor myself, given who I know (and don't know) is reading my posts on a regular basis. I love that people are interested in what I might say (if even a little bit or out of morbid curiosity), however, there are some things that I just can't write and sometimes I NEED to write what is on my mind.

I have never been a journaler...it never interested me. Blogging, on the other hand, has proven to be fun, and often times, therapeutic for me. It becomes less effective when I have to be so selective in what I write, given my audience.

Therefore, I will start a blog for me and my heart from me and my brain...for my eyes only (there is a title in there somewhere, I believe)!

We'll still meet here on a regular basis. I have tons of things just rolling around in my brain, dying to be written. Please don't take it personally that you're not invited to this party...sometimes a girl just needs her alone time.

Continue my blogging therapy? Don't mind if I do...

Fire Away!

BEEEEEP....

Out of the office? Don't mind if I am...

Grease Monkey?

There is a reason that women don't typically fix their own cars, and not just for the reason shown in this VERY tongue-in-cheek picture.

We are girls. As such, we are usually not wired to know how, nor to even care about things like oil changes, brake jobs, realignments or any of that other junk that cars need...that's what boys are for. Unfortunately, these are all very important things that need to be tended to, lest you find yourself stranded on the side of the road in need of even more manly assistance. I am learning to do these things for myself, but I still find the need, from time to time, to lean on the male species to get me through. I think that's okay.

Men and women are very different. God created us exactly how He wanted us to be. I'm fairly certain it was intended to not have grease under MY well manicured fingernails. For the record, I am COMPLETELY okay with that!!!

For those women out there that can change their own flat tire or the oil in their car, I say: GOOD FOR YOU! Now...could you pass me that nail polish?

Let the boys do the dirty work? Don't mind if I do...

Say Hey...

My friend Amy posted this on my Facebook wall yesterday. I double dog dare you to sit still during this song...it can't be done!!!

Thank you, ASH, for this much needed pick me up!!




Have a dance party in my chair? Don't mind if I do...

The Perfect Country and Western Song

Ladies and Gentlemen...I present to you, the greatness that IS David Allen Coe!

A little Texas fun today? Don't mind if I do...

Heading In

Often times the unknown can be scary. Scary or not, sometimes we have to move into uncharted waters. We can't let our fears rob of us of potential joy. I'm fairly certain that Christopher Columbus had at least a minimal amount of trepidation as he headed toward, what was thought to be, the edge of our flat earth. If he had given in to his fear, our world globe would look very different.

Be Columbus? Don't mind if I do...

Every 'Tings Alright

Don't mind if I do...

Without A Trace...

“Only Grace” by Matthew West
From the album “History”

There is no guilt here
There is no shame
No pointing fingers
There is no blame
What happened yesterday…has disappeared
The dirt has washed away
And now it's clear

There's only grace
There's only love
There's only mercy and believe me it's enough
Your sins are gone
Without a trace
And there's nothing left now
There's only grace

You're starting over now
Under the sun
You're stepping forward now
A new life has begun
Your new life has begun

An’ there's only grace
There's only love
There's only mercy and believe me…it's enough
Your sins are gone
Without a trace
And there's nothing left now
There's only grace…

And if you should fall again
Get back up, get back up
Reach out and take my hand
Get back up, get back up
Get back up again
Ohh…get…back…up…again…


There's only grace…
There's only love…
There's only mercy and believe me it's enough…it’s enough
Your sins are gone
Without a trace
And there's nothing left now
There's only…there’s only…grace…

There's only mercy and believe me it's enough…it’s enough
Your sins are gone
Without a trace
And there's nothing left now
There’s only…grace……
So get back up…get back up again…
Get back up again.

Covered by grace and washed clean as snow? Don't mind if I am...

Lovely , Delicious Goodness

I have recently rediscovered this artist and man, am I a fan!!!! Her sound is pure and her lyrics are thoughtful. A perfect mix of subtly sexy and sweet. Kind of like me? *winks*

When I get to Heaven, I hope that in my goody bag, I get a voice like Ms. Jones.

Please do enjoy the smoldering, sultry goodness that IS Norah Jones.

And while we're at it, don't mind if I do...

Just Give It!

I am taking some advice I received and in saying farewell to my pity party, I am writing a list of just a few of the things I am thankful for. Enjoy!

I am thankful for:

...a coolness in the air.
...the pure laughter that comes from my children.
...coffee and Diet Coke.
...friends that KNOW me and love me anyway.
...friends that I KNOW and love anyway.
...80s music!
...worship music!!
...gorgeous high heeled shoes.
...chocolate peanut butter and banana sandwiches.
...food to eat, a roof over my head, a car to drive and a job(s) that provides the funds to take care of all of these things for my children and myself.
...a passion for photography and the people that allow me to unleash my passion on them.
...the ability to see changes that need to be made and the strength to make them.
...sculpted nails and false eyelashes.
...Kraft Macaroni and Cheese.
...my family...all of them!
...a forum, such as this, that allows me a voice for my thoughts.
...people that face much bigger adversity than myself and do so with the upmost grace.
...good grammar and above average spelling.
...coffee (I love it so much, it needed to be mentioned twice)!

And finally, I am thankful for...a God who loves me, sent His son for me and my sins and has a place waiting for me in Heaven. He gives me love, grace, mercy, discipline, and more grace, without which, I would be hopeless in this life.

Thank you, Father, for meeting me right where I am, even when I don't deserve it. Amen

Give thanks with a grateful heart? Don't mind if I do...

Table for One

I had myself a pity party this morning...I mean, a BIG one!!

It wasn't planned (rarely, they are), and it hit me like a ton of bricks. Before I knew it, the invitation had been sent out, responded to and I was taking my designated seat at the head of the table.

After lots of tissues, even more tears and a chat with a dear person in my life, the pity party drew to a close. I updated my Facebook page with the confession of my morning of feeling sorry for myself. My notifications, inbox and cell phone blew up with people. Sometimes it takes a little pity party, and a listening ear with big shoulders, to help you remember that you are loved, you're not alone and to GET OVER IT!! I am thankful for each of the people that "prebussed" and cleared away the junk from my pity party table.

I'm off to take a shower and wash the last bits of pity off of me. When I get out, I will start my Tuesday all over again.

Pick myself up? Don't mind if I do...

What Color Is The Sky In Your World?

Spin Doctor:

n.
someone who provides an interpretation of news or an event in a way that makes the news or event work to the advantage of the entity employing the spin doctor. (Usually in political contexts in reference to manipulating the news.) : Things were going bad for the president, so he got himself a new spin doctor.
Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
Copyright 2007. Published by McGraw Hill.



See a blue sky? Don't mind if I do...

It's All About You??

We are taught from a very early age to share...to not be selfish. As children, we have to let our sibling or friend play with our favorite toy, or split whatever snack or candy we may have, if our neighbor has none. We are supposed to be unselfish.

Why aren't we??

As we get older, we forget the basic rules of selfishness. We put our own wants/needs/desires/thoughts/feelings/beliefs before those of others. I have been guilty of it. Thinking that it's all about me. I was so wrong!

Parenting is a great way to keep you selfless. The needs of the little people in your life, always seem to come before yours. When it comes to relationships, however, the selflessness is a little harder to come by.

It's difficult when you are on the receiving end of selfishness. Makes you feel less than... unworthy. I suppose you (and this is a generalized "you") shouldn't find your worth from other people, but that is, often times, easier said than done. I digress...that is a subject for an entirely different post.

Bottom line is this: selfishness sucks! Whether you are on the giving or the receiving end of it, it just plain ol', as my Daddy would say, "blows dead pigs"!!

If you are selfish, get over yourself...it's NOT all about you. There I said it!!

Put others before myself and surround myself with people that do the same? Don't mind if I do...

Cup of Joe...or Jane

I love coffee...I mean, I really, REALLY love it! It is this love of coffee that prompted a brief exchange between my friend and myself, the other day.

"What kind of coffee would you be?"

Hmmmm...great question. It really got me to thinking.

What kind of coffee am I? My first thought was "sad with an extra shot of wounded"? Or, "pitiful with room for bitter"? Yuck...don't like those!! I want to be "fun, cut the drama" or "happy with a side of friendship".

Thank you, MGA, for making me realize the coffee of life I want to have.

Brew a fresh pot? Don't mind if I do...

Well, Don't They?

Don't mind if I do...

Nothing Else Matters

See myself through His eyes? Don't mind if I do...

Eyes Forward

"We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us."
— Joseph Campbell


Discover the life waiting for me? Don't mind if I do...

The Last One

That's Hot

Remember when you were a kid, and your mom told you not to touch the stove because it was hot? Some of us, accidently, or for those of you REALLY stubborn, on purpose, touched it anyway. It was hot. It hurt. I doubt anyone, even the most stubborn, touched it again. Hopefully, you learned your lesson.

Why don't we do that as adults?

When something hurts us or isn't good for us, why do we go back for more? We may even have someone in our lives telling us, "don't do that, it will hurt you" or "don't do it again...it hurts you!", yet, we inevitably go back for more. Why do we continue to put our raw, bloody, wounded hand on the stove?


This is for my shadow...let's stop "touching the stove", my friend!!! <3



Don't mind if we do...

Oooohhh....Aaahhhhh...

Go *BOOM*? Don't mind if I do...

All Aboard??

I'm not gonna be a part of your craziness!!!!!!!




Get off at this stop?  Don't mind if I do...

Who Wants To Be Perfect??

I have a friend that writes a blog. She is actually one of my blogging friends that inspired me to start my own. It's a great blog and she has thousands of readers every day. You should check it out, AFTER you read mine. *winks* 
 ~* Thoughts of a Middle Aged Tooth Fairy *~

I read her blog every morning and yesterday was no exception. I felt like she could have put "Dear Shannon" in the title of her most recent post. It spoke directly to me. She talked about how no one is perfect and we all make mistakes.

I sent her an email, thanking her. Although the message in the post was a concept I was very familiar with (the gentle, or not so gentle, reminder was vital at the time), it was her return email that truly made an impact.

"I think,as women, we are all pretty hard on ourselves when we aren't "perfect".
Let me tell ya...perfect is boring. Messy is interesting...
Glad you liked the blog.
Hang in there.
Get messy."

Perfect is boring...messy is interesting. What a concept!!!! This is a principle that I will prescribe to from now on. I make mistakes and I have to quit beating myself up about them. God forgives me...I need to forgive me.

Thank you, my dear friend, for the reminder that no one is perfect and why would they want to be?

Get messy? Don't mind if I do...

I Love This (part 2)

Lighten up? Don't mind if I do...

I Love This

...And even though
It all went wrong
I'll stand before the Lord of Song
With nothing on my tongue but Hallelujah




Don't mind if I do...

Show and Show Again

I just saw a great quote.

"When people show you who they are, believe them."

I needed this today.

Believe you? Don't mind if I do...

It Just Doesn't Matter!!!

Care less? Don't mind if I do...

Just Breathe...

Take a step back, turn around
Look at the world that you've let down
My, my, such a disgrace
The damage is done you can't replace it
These are the things your mind will tell you
These are the things your heart will say
These are the things that leave you hopeless
These are the times you say
There is no way, no way, no way

But as long as you are breathing
You can start all over again
It your heart's beating
You can start all over again
Goodbye Sorrow, you can start all over again
Hello Tomorrow, you can start all over

Wake up to the perfect sun
The long night is over, a new day has begun
Oh yes, dare to believe much close in the morning
Your spirit is free
These are the things your mind will tell you
These are the words your heart will say
These are the thoughts that leave you fearless
These are the hands that point the way

As long as you are breathing
You can start all over again
If your heart's beating
You can start all over again
Goodbye Sorrow, you can start all over again
Hello Tomorrow, you can start all over

Everything can change if all our things are new
The impossible is here and it's crying out for you
Everything is gonna work out right
Just like we prayed it would
Growing miracle after making a yes
It's working for you
Ohhhhh....

Long as you are breathing (you can start all over again)
Oh, and your heart's beating (you can start all over)
Umm, Goodbye Sorrow (you can start all over again)
Hello Tomorrow (you can start all over)
Ohhhh...oh,oh,oh..Ohhhh..

Long as you are breathing
You can start all over again
Your heart's bleeding
You can start all over
Goodbye Sorrow
You can start all over again
Hello tomorrow...

Don't mind if I do...

According to Dictionary.com...

Main Entry: fool
Part of Speech: noun
Definition: stupid or ridiculous person
Synonyms: ass, birdbrain, blockhead, bonehead, boob*, bore, buffoon, clod, clown, cretin*, dimwit, dolt*, dope*, dumb ox, dunce, dunderhead, easy mark, fair game, fathead, goose, halfwit, idiot, ignoramus, illiterate, imbecile, innocent, jerk*, lamebrain, lightweight, loon, moron, nerd*, nincompoop, ninny, nitwit, numskull, oaf, sap*, schlemiel, silly, simpleton, stooge, sucker, turkey, twerp, twit, victim

Main Entry: fool
Part of Speech: verb
Definition: trick, mislead
Synonyms: bamboozle*, bluff, cheat, chicane, con, deceive, delude, diddle, dupe, fake out, flimflam, fox*, gull, hoax, hoodwink*, jive, juke, kid, lead on, make believe, outfox, play a trick on, play-act, pretend, put on, put one over on, scam*, snow*, spoof, suck in, take in*, trifle

Let this define ME again? Don't mind if I DON'T!!!!!!!

What You See Is What You Get?

Ever seen one of these??




See things for what they truly are? Don't mind if I do...

*Snap! Crackle! Pop!*

I love Rice Krispies. I like them with milk, sugar and a banana. It is super yum! I haven't had them in a long time, so when I went to the grocery store the other day, I bought a box (and some bananas). I have been looking forward to having a big bowl since Monday.

When I got up this morning, instead of my usual breakfast of coffee, I decided to have a bowl of cereal...the bowl I have been looking forward to for days.

It was just ok. Kind of a let down, really. I think it's because I didn't put enough sugar in. It's been so long since I've had them, I forgot how much sugar you need to make them just sweet enough.

Sometimes in life, we forget. Forget what it feels like to feel good or happy. When you are unhappy for a long time, THAT begins to feel like the normal, and you forget what being happy truly is. We have to get away from the sadness and remember how it feels to be truly happy. This takes time, as well as, trial and error...just like the perfect bowl of Rice Krispies.

Find my perfect bowl? Don't mind if I do...

Finally...

...the time has come.





Moving on? Don't mind if I do...

Simply Put

Remember when life wasn't so complicated? I barely do.

My daughter went to a birthday party yesterday. She brought home a single, pink, helium filled balloon. This morning, I watched her with that balloon...pulling the string, batting it back into the air, rubbing it on her clothes so it would stay on it's own ("look, Mommy...it's staying because of static!"). She's six. A simple balloon brings my children so much joy.

Occasionally, I give my kids a treat and put their clothes in the dryer before they put them on. They LOVE when I do that. Today, I kicked it up a notch. Not only did I give them warm clothes to put on, but I pulled clean, fresh, WARM towels out of the dryer the moment they finished their showers. THEY LOVED THIS!!! A simple act brings such a smile to their faces.

The life of a child is full of joy...joy brought from simple things. When does that change? When does life cease to be simple? I miss the simple things in this world that bring me joy. I'm not suggesting that there isn't anything joyful in my life, but I fear I'm too busy to notice much these days.

Life gets messy and our simple joys can get buried under the junk. I miss the simple life.

Go play with a pink balloon, while wrapped in a warm towel? Don't mind if I do...

Lost

I've lost my best friend and it's lonely.

*heavy sigh*? Don't mind if I do...

Let Me See Your Finger

CS Lewis wrote: Love is unselfishly choosing for another's highest good.

I think that is a good reminder for us all.

Tie a string around my own finger? Don't mind if I do...

Outstretched...

Extend it? Don't mind if I do...

*BRRRRNNNGGGGGGG*

God's alarm clock went off loud and clear for me today. I had the realization that I have been lying to myself...and it is not okay!!! It stops right now! No snooze button needed!


Get a wake up call and do something about it? Don't mind if I do...

Which Comes First?

This is an age old question. One that I'm not sure has ever really been answered.

This question can also be asked in relationships. Specifically in communicating within those relationships. Which comes first, the way one presents something or the way the other responds? How do you decide which one needs to happen first in order for the relationship to be mended and move forward? Negativity breeds negativity. So which one comes first?

If things are presented in a positive way, there is no reason for the other person to get defensive...the chicken. On the other hand, if something is presented in a negative way, but the other person CHOOSES to not get defensive and instead, reacts in a positive way, the issue should be defused before it gets any further...the egg.

So which comes first? If you figure it out, let me know, would ya? For now...

Be the egg? Don't mind if I do...

Let's Take a Moment, Shall We?

I look for teachable moments for my children all the time. Moments are always presenting themselves, if you only look for them.

I found one in the car the other day when this song came on the radio.

I had heard it several times before and really liked it. The words are so precious. When it came on when my kids were with me, I said, "Listen to the words of this song. Boys, this is how you should feel about your future wives and you should tell her these things. Baby girl, you need a boy that feels this way about you", and I turned the volume way up.



I want my boys to grow up feeling this way about the loves that God has for them and I want them to know how important it is for them to express themselves. I want my daughter to know that she is special and not to settle for less than the words of this song when she chooses her lifetime mate. I let them know that no one is perfect, of course, but unconditional love is the ultimate goal. Teachable moments...

I love this song. I love the lyrics. I want someone to feel this way about me. I don't want my kids to settle for less, so why should I??

Perhaps my kids weren't the only one that learned something that day.

Have a teachable moment myself? Don't mind if I do...

*WHOOSH*

I am drained...physically, emotionally, spiritually, drained.

Need a refill? Don't mind if I do...

Serenity...Now

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.

Words To Live By

Runnin' out of self-control
Gettin' close to an overload
Up against a no win situation
Shoulder to shoulder, push and shove
I'm hangin' up my boxin' gloves
I'm ready for a long vacation

Be good to yourself when, nobody else will
Oh be good to yourself
You're walkin' a high wire, caught in a cross fire
Oh be good to yourself

When you can't give no more
They want it all but you gotta say no
I'm turnin' off the noise that makes me crazy
Lookin' back with no regrets
To forgive is to forget
I want a little piece of mind to turn to

Be good to yourself when, nobody else will
Oh be good to yourself
You're walkin' a high wire, caught in a cross fire
Oh be good to yourself
Be good to yourself when, nobody else will




Be good to myself? Don't mind if I do...

Oof!

Your life ever feel like this??

Rainy Days and Mondays...

It's a beautiful day here today.  There is a crispness in the morning air that we haven't felt in several months.  It's lovely.  It's also Monday.

Monday...blech!

I'm not typically one to assume every Monday will be bad.  It's just another day of the week.  I try and give Monday the benefit of the doubt and not prejudge it.  Today, it has held up to it's reputation...and it's only 8:30am.  *sigh*

C'mon Monday...break the cycle of crappiness!!

Be a Monday hater today? Don't mind if I do...

Run, Forrest!!

I'm a runner...at least I used to be. I went running today. The weather in Texas is finally cooling off enough that I don't have to risk possible heat stroke to get a run in. So...I ran.

I have a couple of new gadgets to help me in my run. A new iPod, that I am still getting used to, and a GREAT new app on my iPhone4. It's the Nike+GPS app and I LOVE it. It tracks not only time and distance, but also your average speed, route and pace. It rocks!!

I love to run and I'm pretty good at it. I would like to run a marathon someday, but I don't know if I have the time to train like you need to, to achieve a goal such as that.

Running for me, is not just exercise. It's also a stress reliever and it gives me time to think. I get ideas and clarity when I run. The fact that it works off the Banana Royale Sundae from Baskin Robbins that I consumed last night is just a benefit (it was delicious and oh, so worth it, btw).

I ran 4.5 miles in 53 minutes. Not too bad considering I haven't run in 6 months. I plan to continue to run and improve on my time. There is a 10K in November that I have been told about. I sure would like to shoot for that. It's always good to have a goal and who knows what great ideas and life clarity will come to me as I run for my life.

Run, Shan, run? Don't mind if I do...

*SIGH*

Someday?  Don't mind if I do...

Answers...and I mean QUICK!

Monday, I posted about my lack of excitement. I felt the need to post a follow up to Monday's plea.

I did a photo shoot with my three kids late on Monday afternoon. We had gotten them some new hats a couple of weeks ago and I picked up some cute outfits to go with. As a photographer, I don't have nearly as many pictures of my own kids as one might think. I took this opportunity (and the new ensembles) to get some current pictures of my little people.

This was the first time, in a long time, that I have picked up my camera, and boy, did it feel good!!! I didn't realize how much I missed taking pictures...the capturing the shot, the creative juices flowing...it all came rushing back to me and it got my blood pumping!!! After the shoot, I took the kids to dinner at Outback. Within an hour, four different people had asked me about my photography business and expressed interest in it...more blood pumping!! Yesterday at work, my friend Sacha sat me down and told me, as only Sacha can, that I need to get off my booty and start working on my business again. She told me I was talented and that I am wasting the God given gift I have by not doing what I want/need to do in photography! That was the kick in the tail/major blood pumping that I finally needed.

Thank you, Sacha for reminding me and not being afraid to tell me what I needed to hear!! <3 


God answers prayers. Sometimes He chooses to do it quickly. I am thankful that He hears me, even when I talk to Him through this blog. My blood is pumping again. Excitement is brewing. CaptureLife Photography is comin' at cha! 


 Put my photographer's hat on and take pictures of YOU? Don't mind if I do...

~ My website ~

Time Out!!

I saw someone post this on her Facebook status and I decided to "borrow" it (thank you, MKA).

Some beach, somewhere, there's a big umbrella casting shade over an empty chair.

I need a vacation...a trip to anywhere. It doesn't have to be to a beach with an umbrella, but a fruity, frozen cocktail sure sounds good!! I need a break.

Unfortunately for me, it's back to work and reality. So...I will continue to dream about my toes in the sand, the feel of the sun on my face and an ice cold cerveza in my hand. Airfare is cheaper in my imagination anyway. *winks*

Get away from it all, even if it's only in my mind? Don't mind if I do...