A Sweet Accomplishment

Today I finished making my very first rag quilt! It's called the "Audrey" because I am going to save it for my future daughter, whom I plan on naming Audrey! I originally planned on selling it, but...yeah, that's not going to happen. I'm too attached!

The Beginning of Something Beautiful

Ok, so it's first day of Fall! The sheer bliss this day entails for me is reason alone to blog! The next few months are my most favorite of the year. The temperatures drop, the leaves change color then fall to the ground, and the sky gets bluer. Really, I think it does. This is the beginning of the most beautiful 3-4 months of the year. Some might argue that Spring is the prettiest because everything blooms and turns green again. I don't disagree that Spring is always like a breath of fresh air when it comes along, but to me, nothing showcases God's handiwork in nature more than the vibrant colors the leaves change into before they fall to the ground. To me, the Fall is all about reminiscing, cuddling, being cozy, being outdoors as much as possible, baking, and getting creative. I'm so thankful for this time!

P.S. I want this: Mandarin Cranberry... YUM!

Just Realized...

Umm...Why do I not own Nicholas Sparks' new book yet?

Joy in the Air

It is not officially Fall yet, but it sure felt like it today! It was in the 60's most of the day I think. So not too cold, but not too warm, with a breeze blowing. I wore a long-sleeved t-shirt for the first time this season! I am HAPPY!!! I love the Fall!!

Giddy

Today I am trying to contain my excitement...We are going house hunting today!! For the first time in my life, I am going to look at houses for my own family. The only time I've ever house hunted before was when I was a kid, along for the ride, as my parents picked out the best place for us to live. I pray God leads us to the house where we'll be happy and safe for years to come. Where Simon will have a nice yard to run free in and we can raise our first baby in! Oh, and where we can host get-togethers, cook-outs, and Razorback game viewing parties...And Superbowl parties, and dinners with friends and families, holiday meals and celebrations..Holiday decorations, painting the walls, making our house a home...I'm so ready!

The Perfect Girls' Day

Changes of Hearts

Sometimes God can change our hearts in a matter of hours. I feel God stirring up my insides, and I am being reminded that He often blesses us with MORE than we were even praying for!