Today is all about my beautiful friend in CO.
E.O. - You and I haven't been friends that long...but it seems like we've known each other all our lives. The very first time we met for coffee, I told you something I had only shared with about a handful of people prior to that. I felt so comfortable with you. Every time I was around you or we were able to hang out, I loved watching the way you interacted with people. You have such a beautiful personality. Your love for others just shines through you. I was so sad to learn that you guys were moving back to CO...but so happy at the same time. I knew your heart belonged there, with your family and friends, and that this was just a tiny piece in your journey...but I was a little bummed we wouldn't get to hang out as much. I love that we have been able to stay in touch...and that we were able to come see you guys! You have been such a huge encouragement in my life. I love that I am able to be honest with you, and know there is no judgment. You are such a wonderful mommy to your little beauty...and I know you will be a wonderful mommy to all the other babies you will have. Your life's story is inspiring, as is your relationship with your husband. You are such a sweet friend and I feel so blessed to have you in my life. I love you oh so very much!!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Love for You: Day Five
Today's post is all about two wonderful M ladies :)
M.P. - We met at A.G.'s house a little over 3 years ago. You brought your beautiful babies with you...who were truly babies back then. I honestly didn't think we would ever be friends. But one day...all that changed. I was so happy that I was able to invite you to my wedding. I'm glad we were able to get to know one another better as time went on. And then, we started hanging out. And, you became the bestie...and one of my greatest friends. We always have so much fun together...and we sure laugh a lot. I remember all those nights I'd come over and hang out at your old apartment...sometimes with M.D., sometimes not. But, it was awesome. I am so proud of the person you have become in the past three years. I have watched your heart develop and grow in beautiful ways. You are such an amazing blessing in my life...as are your kids. Thank you for being you...I love you so much, bestie!!
M.D. - We also met at A.G.'s house a little over 3 years ago...on that very same day. I didn't really think we would ever be friends either. But, God definitely had other plans. I loved the passion you rediscovered for Him and His ways...and man, the things you would say during discussions...they blew my mind. You have such amazing wisdom and I feel so blessed to be able to hear it. You and I didn't really start getting close until after you left for school...but oh did I cherish those weekends you were here, and we could hang out. Even the weekend M.P. and I came to see you for your birthday. Good, good times. Our love for BE, sushi, and laughing make my heart happy. You are such a beautiful blessing in my life and I'm so thankful that God used A.G. to bring about amazing change in all of our lives. I love you very, very much!!
You two mean so much to me!!
M.P. - We met at A.G.'s house a little over 3 years ago. You brought your beautiful babies with you...who were truly babies back then. I honestly didn't think we would ever be friends. But one day...all that changed. I was so happy that I was able to invite you to my wedding. I'm glad we were able to get to know one another better as time went on. And then, we started hanging out. And, you became the bestie...and one of my greatest friends. We always have so much fun together...and we sure laugh a lot. I remember all those nights I'd come over and hang out at your old apartment...sometimes with M.D., sometimes not. But, it was awesome. I am so proud of the person you have become in the past three years. I have watched your heart develop and grow in beautiful ways. You are such an amazing blessing in my life...as are your kids. Thank you for being you...I love you so much, bestie!!
M.D. - We also met at A.G.'s house a little over 3 years ago...on that very same day. I didn't really think we would ever be friends either. But, God definitely had other plans. I loved the passion you rediscovered for Him and His ways...and man, the things you would say during discussions...they blew my mind. You have such amazing wisdom and I feel so blessed to be able to hear it. You and I didn't really start getting close until after you left for school...but oh did I cherish those weekends you were here, and we could hang out. Even the weekend M.P. and I came to see you for your birthday. Good, good times. Our love for BE, sushi, and laughing make my heart happy. You are such a beautiful blessing in my life and I'm so thankful that God used A.G. to bring about amazing change in all of our lives. I love you very, very much!!
You two mean so much to me!!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Love for You: Day Four
Today is all about my friend I met when I worked at Hallmark.
L.B. - You and I were locker buddies at Hallmark. I remember showing up for my first day at work and having a sweet note from you, welcoming me to Hallmark. I was so excited to meet you! You invited me to your graduation party and started coming to my church's youth group with a mutual friend. You and I started hanging out almost immediately and had a blast on our trips to the mall and Starbucks. We've been to Disneyland three times together; once with a group of friends, once with our sisters, and once with our husbands. I loved staying at your house when your parents were gone for the weekend, and all the chips and queso we'd consume. You and I have been through a lot together, and we are still friends 8 years later. I love the joy I see in your eyes when you're talking about your hubby or your daughter. You are beautiful inside and out and I love you so much!
L.B. - You and I were locker buddies at Hallmark. I remember showing up for my first day at work and having a sweet note from you, welcoming me to Hallmark. I was so excited to meet you! You invited me to your graduation party and started coming to my church's youth group with a mutual friend. You and I started hanging out almost immediately and had a blast on our trips to the mall and Starbucks. We've been to Disneyland three times together; once with a group of friends, once with our sisters, and once with our husbands. I loved staying at your house when your parents were gone for the weekend, and all the chips and queso we'd consume. You and I have been through a lot together, and we are still friends 8 years later. I love the joy I see in your eyes when you're talking about your hubby or your daughter. You are beautiful inside and out and I love you so much!
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Love for You: Day Three
Today is all about the friend I've had for 11 years.
E.K. - I love that we have been friends so long. We were there for each other for all of high school, college, and our weddings...and beyond. We've seen the best and worst of each other...and yet, we're still able to love each other. I love that you have always been honest with me, even when it was hard to tell me I was making mistakes or not being the greatest friend. I love that our husbands love each other and get along so well (manpanions!). I love that we had tons of sleepovers, gab fests, and fun outings in high school (by the way, I still have my man in a box). I love that we had a secret code for e-mails and handwritten notes, just in case the "wrong" person saw them. I love that God brought us together in such a random way...and that the first time we ever hung out outside of church was on Valentine's Day, 11 years ago. I have so many wonderful memories from all the times we've spent together...and I am looking forward to all the wonderful memories we will have in the future. Thanks for being such a great best friend! I love you oh so much!!
E.K. - I love that we have been friends so long. We were there for each other for all of high school, college, and our weddings...and beyond. We've seen the best and worst of each other...and yet, we're still able to love each other. I love that you have always been honest with me, even when it was hard to tell me I was making mistakes or not being the greatest friend. I love that our husbands love each other and get along so well (manpanions!). I love that we had tons of sleepovers, gab fests, and fun outings in high school (by the way, I still have my man in a box). I love that we had a secret code for e-mails and handwritten notes, just in case the "wrong" person saw them. I love that God brought us together in such a random way...and that the first time we ever hung out outside of church was on Valentine's Day, 11 years ago. I have so many wonderful memories from all the times we've spent together...and I am looking forward to all the wonderful memories we will have in the future. Thanks for being such a great best friend! I love you oh so much!!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Itchin' to Create
I haven't made a piece of jewelry in over a week...
...and I'm really itchin' to do so.
I spent some time on etsy this evening, looking through some of my favorite shops, to see what other jewelry makers are creating and selling. I got some good ideas for some necklace designs I really want to try. Like this one, this one, and something like this. I also like how this one has so many different elements. I don't think I would make one exactly like that, but I love that there's different chain and stuff hanging off...it just inspires me to think so much more out of the box with my jewelry.
And completely unrelated to jewelry, I love this purse.
What things inspire you to get your creative juices flowing?
(I think I finally fixed the comments. You should be able to leave them now...and there's even a pop out box! Please let me know if you are still having issues)
...and I'm really itchin' to do so.
I spent some time on etsy this evening, looking through some of my favorite shops, to see what other jewelry makers are creating and selling. I got some good ideas for some necklace designs I really want to try. Like this one, this one, and something like this. I also like how this one has so many different elements. I don't think I would make one exactly like that, but I love that there's different chain and stuff hanging off...it just inspires me to think so much more out of the box with my jewelry.
And completely unrelated to jewelry, I love this purse.
What things inspire you to get your creative juices flowing?
(I think I finally fixed the comments. You should be able to leave them now...and there's even a pop out box! Please let me know if you are still having issues)
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