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Sometimes I just need to document the little things that make me happy…. So I am.

• buying my new saucy shoes on sale at Nine West and then finding out that they were even cheaper at the register.
• dinner with great friends and their sweet babies over the weekend.
• the feeling I get when I think about the future. it’s an overwhelming excitement and complete happiness.
• going into work on a Monday morning and not hating it. I know this is a true blessing.
• enjoying my favorite cup of soup even in this hot as you know where weather.
• the celebration that’s going to go down this weekend with boyfriend and his family.
• my faith and the way I feel when I read Lamentations 3:22-23

“God’s loyal love couldn’t have run out, His merciful love couldn’t have dried up. They’re created new every morning.” MSG

Anything in particular that’s making you happy…? 

Care to share!?! Please do, I'd love to hear! 

Have a happy day friends!!! 

xo

Attitude of Gratitude+A prayer request!

Today is Wednesday and so far this week I've been thankful for....

1. My job and the funny people I work with on a daily basis. There may or may not have been a machine that made bodily function sounds floating around the office this week. It always makes me laugh when adult men behave like little boys at work.

2. Having a best friend that makes plans with my mom instead of me so then I'm surprised to find out that she is coming over for the season premier of The Bachelorette to make “The List”….

Love her with my whole heart!!

3. Starting my day with the new Jason Mraz CD... happiness! Love is a four letter word. Buy it now! 

4. Finally had my hair appointment with the beautiful Amanda Mulford last night. My night included looking at magazines while enjoying some girl talk then some tasty Mexican goodness which also included some wonderful girl talk. Can't complain about any of that! 

5. The power of prayer… even when things don’t go the way you want them to I find peace in knowing that God is in control. He hears us and I am so grateful for that!

If you could say a few prayers for a close family friend of mine that would be wonderful, his name is Bill Parker and he is one of the sweetest men I’ve ever met. He's in the hospital in Myrtle Beach but making some progress today since he was taken off life support… it’s a scary situation when we aren’t in control of the ones we love but I know God is in control of every little thing! 

Hope you all are having an awesome week.... My throat is super scratchy and I've been sneezing a lot today so I'm going to sip on some hot tea and sit in the sun to soak up some Vitamin D because that's what the doctor has ordered. And my doctor I mean my boyfriend. ;) 

Attitude of Gratitude

The last time I did an “Attitude of Gratitude” was a nice little way to remind myself of the things I’m thankful for. On this midweek day I thought I could use some little reminders… Today I am thankful for:

• The lovely Jesus Calling devotional book, a constant reminder to seek His face daily. 
• My bright pink $1 finger nail polish from Old Navy that lasts much longer than any $8 essie color. 
• Voxer :) It makes me happy to receive random messages from those I love. 
• Water, I realize that many people around the world don’t have the freedom to drink clean, fresh water every day. 
• Psalm 23:3    

“He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to His name.”

Attitude of Gratitude

My beautiful friend over at beauty in humble places, Amber, shared her Attitude of Gratitude from A-Z a few days ago and I thought it was such a great idea!!

So, here I am… stuck at home with this nasty bug floating around so I'm going to be a copy cat. I think having an attitude of gratitude is always a great thing, especially when you feel like poo! 

Here we go... some things I am grateful for from A-Z!

Amber… it only makes since to be grateful for this lovely lady! I’m so glad we have become friends. She may not know it but she is continually pushing me closer to God in many ways. Her attitude, her eye to capture His beauty and the way she shares His love with others.

Brooke Fraser… oh dear, where do I start? Her songwriting is out of this world. Her voice is incredible. I could listen to her all day long & sometimes I do!

Church… i’m so thankful to have a church that I am in love with. Every weekend is better than the last. The message is always like a dagger to my heart. The worship is perfection. I really do love my church and that makes me happy!!!

Dreams… sometimes they help you know what you are really thinking and feeling.

Essie… my favorite polishes that always have happy colors!

Faith… it really is the most important thing to me. Without my faith being set firmly in Christ I don’t think I could do anything. Because of my faith I sleep better at night and live better during the day.

Girlfriends… i’d be a little lost without them. So thankful for the friendships I have and that they are all based around God and our faith.

Health… i’m very thankful for a healthy life. A lot of people fight with this on a daily basis.

Instagram… clearly if you read my wittle blog often you know of my deep love for IG already.

Jesus… he’s most definitely my main man. He keeps me clean and I’m so glad that I yearn more for him on a daily basis.

Krispy Kreme… once every 4-6 months it sure is nice to see that “Hot Now” sign. Mmmmm!

Love… all you need is love. It’s true.

Mom… she will always be my first best friend!

New… i embrace change. New things are always welcomed in my life!

Old Navy… high five for cheap trendy clothes!

Pinterest… i mean, come on. What chick isn’t grateful for this awesome creation. Yummy Recipes, DIY projects, Plan your dream wedding. YUP! Exactly. Awesome!

Quiet time… i’ve grown to LOVE this time every day. In my car while I’m driving. At work when I say a quick prayer in stressful times. In my bed before I go to sleep. Anytime that I feel God pulling on my heart and I respond with a few moments of worship for Him. Yes, I am grateful for that.

Ring… the opal ring that I wear on my hand every day from my Grandmother. Very special to me!

Shoes… love them. Enough said.

Trust… without trust you will never create relationships. Any good relationship is going to be based on trust.

Umbrella... my hair becomes frizzy when it gets wet on a rainy day, therefor I am very thankful for umbrellas. 

Valet... what woman doesn't love this? Seriously...

Weekends… even if they are only 2 days they are still fabulous!

Xerox... my job would be a lot harder without this delightful machine.

Yoga… in love with it. It’s the best workout I’ve ever had and it seriously works every part of your body! LOVE!

Zero… no clue about this one?