Discussion is open for "The Little Prince", our second book in our book club. (If you would like to join, just leave me a comment and I'll get you the book list) Here are some ideas to think about when sharing your thoughts below 1. What were your expectations for this book? 2. Did you have any eye opening moments? 3. How has it changed you? 4. What do you hope to take from this book and apply to your life? I will be posting my thoughts below as well. This month we are reading The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom.
Good Morning my friends! Here is the official launch of our book club!! Book #1 is Preemptive Love (buy here @preemptivelove). We will read this book for January and have discussion on it the last day of the month. I understand that the timing is a little off for this month but we will work it out!! Please, don't feel panicked or anything like that. We are going to have so much fun and learn so very much!! I'm eager to read along with you all and see how God directs us and changes our hearts!! You all are beautiful and have such lovely dreams!! God has huge plans for each one of you!!
Would anyone be interested in a book club? I really enjoy reading and learning new things but sometimes I have a hard time finishing books. I have always wanted to join a book club for several reasons. 1. You have a schedule and time frame to help you finish a book 2. You have friends to discuss the book with 3. You learn oh so much through reading books 4. Many different subjects can be covered and different time periods Anyway, I am hoping to put a book list together and would be so happy if you would like to join along!! We can read a book each month and have a little fun discussing it here on IG. I would love to hear your thoughts!!
Hey friends!! Just in case you didn't see it, I wanted to let you know that my dear friend Mel of @melbee_photography shared an interview with me on her blog (http://melbee.squarespace.com/new-blog/) about Free to be Me Journal. If you have been wondering how this account began, all of your questions are answered!I'm so thankful for the opportunity to share it with you all. Have a WONDERFUL day friends!! You all are SO special!! Photo credit to my dear friend Vanessa of Butterfly Sparks Creative (http://butterflysparks.tumblr.com)
Good morning friends!!! Today is a VERY special day!! If you have been wondering about how "Free to be Me Journal" began, well your questions have been answered. My dear friend and incredible photographer Mel (@melbee_photography)has featured me on her blog today for the purpose of sharing how this account came to be. I'm excited for you all to know more about the purpose of this account and see how God orchestrates everything so perfectly to bring about His glory!! YOU all are so encouraging and inspiring to me and I know God has GREAT things in store for you!! The link to the interview is in my profile. Thank all of you who follow along and desire to break free from society's norms and soar through faith in Jesus!! Love ya Mel!!! Photo credit to my dear friend @butterflysparks
Oh this girl... Anytime I get to see this friend of mine I get so excited!!! She has a beautiful heart for God and is always so encouraging. Last night, my family had a photo session with Vanessa and it was an absolute blast... so excited to see our photos! Make sure you head on over to @butterflysparks and @kelliandvanessa to follow this gem! She shares such heartfelt words, gorgeous photos and really encourages you to be change in the world. Love ya, friend!!!
Well... it's been a while. Last night I did a photo shoot with my sister... I don't know if I have mentioned this on here but besides running I Wonder Original, I am also a photographer. Well... I haven't done anything in probably a year. Sometimes you just feel God putting others interests in your life. Last night, however, I felt the urge to grab my big camera and go out and shoot. I was unsure of how things would go simply because I haven't really photographed anyone with my camera in a while... yeah a year! Guess what?!? Everything worked amazing!!! The lighting, posing, styling, AND even the dreaded editing went SPLENDIDLY!! Really... it was an evening and moment that I keep pondering. Normally I am never satisfied with my work. I hate editing because I can never make it look like so and so or my camera skills are not what I wish they were. But you know what? I didn't feel that way this time! It's almost as if God led me away from photography to find who I am as an artist and my style. I've been out of the popular photographer loop and was able to think about what I liked... and not try to be someone else. It felt amazing!! Friends, sometimes it's good to walk away... to quiet your life and listen to God. Believe me, I am so glad he pushed me away from a great passion of mine to bring me back to view it in a new beautiful light! If you take away one thing from this story or this account, let it be this - Let God be the great Shepherd and put ALL of your faith and trust in Him!!! Walk by faith and not sight! You all are amazing!!! (oh and should I be jealous that my sister looks like Stevie Nicks?!?)
This painting is available at www.iwonderoriginal.storenvy.com. All sizes available!! The contrast of beautiful flowers with the "imperfect" handwriting is reminiscent of quotes that we write and post around our homes to remind us to strive to overcome our "imperfect"behaviors in order to draw closer to Jesus!
"Value Your Struggles"... I am learning so much about what this really means. Psalm 119:66-68 This shirt is available at www.iwonderoriginal.storenvy.com Comes in black and white
Good morning everyone!! Today I'm am very excited to share with you a beautiful and encouraging post that @melissalyonsart shared on her account. I was incredibly moved and touched by her words. Thanks Melissa for sharing your heart with us! ------------ --- Thinking back on a time when I used to furiously make lists and stress and smoke cigarettes and add and subtract dollar amounts and call everyone in the world for advice. And when something unexpected came up I used to be a wreck. Literally on medication. Now, I feel like a total shift. There is almost a comfort in the chaos. How do I explain that? I would say that God is a God of the extraordinary. He delights in meeting needs, being a father...a caretaker. And he doesn't just want to meet them, he wants to lavishly cover us in his goodness. And I am comforted now when things don't go the way I expected because if I am always talking with him, connecting to his heart, reading his word, leaning into his grace, then I have nothing to worry about at all. Literally nothing at all.
Hey you guys!!! It's giveaway time!! I'm so moved by how God used this necklace to help correct my heart, so I want to give one away to you lovely ladies! Here's how to enter: 1. Repost photo on your account and tag @freetobemejournal 2. Leave an encouraging comment below tagging 3 friends 3. Your account cannot be on private 4. Use #freetobemejournalgiveaway when reposting HAVE FUN friends!! Speak life into others!! Winner will be chosen on October 20th!!!
Guess what?!? I have ONLY 4 of these available!! These are so gorgeous and I wish I could keep them all!! Haha!! $26. Leave your PayPal email to claim!! This would make a perfect gift for a friend who needs a little bit of love. Be change!! www.iwonderoriginal.storenvy.com
Let's be encouragers and offer support to each other... a smile or simple but sincere "How are you today?" can boost someone's spirit and make them feel special to know someone cared. If God has laid someone on your heart this morning, don't push it aside. A text, email or phone call letting them know you care can brighten someone's day immensely!! Leave your PayPal email below to claim this beautiful necklace. $26. More available at www.iwonderoriginal.storenvy.com
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