Wow, I had a couple of weeks of a non-stop sinus infection that really knocked me down for a while and my poor kiddos were hit with a stomach virus.......so it has been a germ-fest at my house lately.
Thelast few months have been a cleansing one for me. I decided really to take a look at myself and to change those behaviors that are negative and harming my life. I have quit smoking, became stronger in my faith of God and stopped associating with those who always seem to cause drama! I have to say that I am much more relaxed and happier and my husband and children have noticed a difference as well. I had to let go of some friendships that were toxic and were constant strains on my emotional well being and I feel so much lighter now.
I don't usually tell many people that in December 2010 I was diagonsed with cervical cancer and since I was pregnant with my son there wasn't much we could do at that moment, so in 2 weeks I will having more biopsies and determining what treatment is best. I am a little scared but I know that God is with me thru all this and that cervical cancer is very treatable without many side effects. I have amazing support from my husband, family and community. I know that this is just a trial that I have to conquer and this does not define me.
I have decided that through all this I will not tolerate certain things from people who claimed to be my friends, instead I will be an inspiration and I will rise about the turmoil and tribulations and come out happier and a better wife, mom, daugher and friend!
May God bless all those affected by Cancer!
Here is day 1 Pic of ,y 31 day challenge:
My Self Portrait
Monday, October 3, 2011
Be an Inspiration!
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
The Old Switch-A-Roo!
Looks like two of my favorite bloggers did a little switch-a-roo and you can reap the benefits. Ashley from Thje Shine Project and Lindsey from Lee La La switched blogs and are giving away something from each other.
Please go HERE for the giveaway!
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It's Raining!
After what seems like an eternity..........it is finally RAINING in West Texas.........God anwered our many many many prayers for RAIN!!
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Giveaway Wednesday!
As many people across the nation are aware, those of us in Texas are suffering through a summer of endless heat, no rain and wildfires! Our crops are dead and livestock are dying and now fires are destroying our land and homes.
I came across the awesome blog Adventures in Flip Flops and they are having a giveaway with donations going to those in Texas affected by the ongoing fires. Please stop by the blog and enter the giveaway!
If you would like to donate to help those affected by the fires please visit HERE.
Please pray for Texas.
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31 Day Photo Challenge
Being a mom of 4 and a scrapbooker, I usually have a camera with me at all times to capture sweet moments of my children and family. Like many moms and scrapbookers, I noticed that I am always taking the pictures (I prefer it that way) and in very few if any at all. So to get over my camera fear and stupid excuses (bad hair day, overweight, no makeup) I am going to make myself do a photo challenge for the 31 days of October.
While I love taking pictures, I feel as though I need to challenge myself to allow my picture to be taken because my children will want to see their mommy in pictures and not just the pictures that mommy took.
Also I want to challenge myself to see the little things in everyday life as special!
I would love to see others challenge photos and ideas!!
Day 1: Self Portrait
Day 2: What I wore today
Day 3: Something Red
Day 4: Clouds
Day 5: An Animal
Day 6: Lunch
Day 7: Someone I love
Day 8: Something Blue
Day 9: Eyes
Day 10: Favorite Hobby
Day 11: Nature
Day 12: My Shoes
Day 13: Hands
Day 14: Black & White
Day 15: Something Random
Day 16: Something Pink
Day 17: Toes
Day 18: Birds
Day 19: Self Portrait
Day 20: Least Favorite Chore
Day 21: Food
Day 22: Something Orange
Day 23: Sunset
Day 24: Sunrise
Day 25: Favorite Book
Day 26: The Weather
Day 27: Landscape
Day 28: Something Random
Day 29: Something Green
Day 30: Self Portrait
Day 31: Halloween Activity
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Little Boys Owl Hat
Introducing an owl hat for little boys. I made this one for my little boy because my little girls said their brother needed an owl hat since they all had one. One day when it cools off here in hot dry Texas I will take all 4 kiddos outside to take a family pic with everyone in their owl hats, maybe I should make one for me and my husband as well, I am sure he would love that (hehehe).
We are expecting some rain here for the next couple of days and I am headed outside to enjoy the clouds and cool weather.
Do something good for someone today!
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Fabulous Giveaway from The Shine Project
If you love giveaways then head over to The Shine Project. I have to say that The Shine Project is becoming one of most favorite blogs to visit each day. Not only is the creator (Ashley) so very creative and very pretty, but she has a gorgeouss soul and is using her time to help those who need it! And she has opened up a vintage online clothing shop (love it)!
I am currently working on winter hats, scarves and shawls for upcoming craft shows and will have lots and lots of pics very soon.
XOXO,
Mel
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