I am a loud singer. If you know me at all, you probably already knew this. Growing up, my parents encouraged singing, throwing us kids wholeheartedly into choirs, musicales, and pre-meal choruses of the doxology. You could definitely say that I grew up singing. On the flip side, I also heard a lot of “Abby,Continue reading “Joyful Noise(y)?”
Category Archives: Serious
I love . . .
I love the iridescent glow of mid-morning sunshine as it illuminates the white slats of my shutters. I love the stillness of the woods after dinner. I love discovering small treasures that others have overlooked in their bustle and rush. I love the feel of a new word as it leaves my mouth. I love the smellContinue reading “I love . . .”
Thankful
Today, I am highly thankful for google, without which I would never be aware of obscure holidays or anniversaries (Happy Women’s Day Everyone), and my friend Kat, whose post reminded me that my daily problems are nothing compared to the blessings I wake up to every day. My problems pale in comparison.
Dangerously Desperate
A Message for Single Ladies: (with love from an observant fellow single lady) Try to check yourself before taking any overly-ridiculous relationship risks; Desperation is not flattering on any figure. I don’t care how much you want to get a certain-someone’s attention, try to maintain a little decorum and common sense. I’ve seen a fewContinue reading “Dangerously Desperate”
15 Ways to Share the Love . . .
I firmly believe what the author Rose Franken said! In keeping with this spirit, I would like to give you all some last-minute Valentine Ideas to share your love with people with an acceptable degree of silliness! 1.) Love Like a Fat Kid: This would be cute accompanied with the gift of cake, no? 2.)Continue reading “15 Ways to Share the Love . . .”
Valentine LOVE: Hating Valentine’s Day is Lame
Who doesn’t love Valentine’s Day?!? via Valentines Day is the perfect holiday; my favorite, actually! I submit that it should really be everyone’s favorite, actually. I mean, it’s a day consecrated to telling everyone how much you love them. What could be better? You get to eat chocolate, love on people and wear bright, warm,Continue reading “Valentine LOVE: Hating Valentine’s Day is Lame”
His Grace is Beauteous
I often forget the beauty of God’s love for us, but singing this old song with my brother was a good reminder: Visiting D.C. a week ago, I heard this song for the first time at District Church and it’s truth was stunning. In case you haven’t thought of God’s ability to make beautifulContinue reading “His Grace is Beauteous”
Wondrous.
Pause. Remember Advent.
Stop. Wonder!
This really is an age of wondrous things. . . . electricity mp3 players ear buds kindles text messaging webcameras . . . The list is endless. Just think, 100 years ago, people could not imagine what we accept without question as reality. Miracles are part of our daily lives, but we rarely stop to wonderContinue reading “Stop. Wonder!”
Cakey Hankerson: Great Adventures 