Aimed 4 Adventure

Calling

2011-08-15T18:15:00.004-04:00

I used to dream of ...Something ...Unique ... I thought that since I was ...That I would be able to do something ...Well, also, unique ... Years I dreamed ...Studied ...Yearned ... Then ...You began showing up ...More and more with every day ... Slowly you came ...Enticing me with your potential ...Unique in every way ... Even through the process of waiting ...Your presence hidden from sight ...

The Littlest Apple Tree - Part 5

2010-08-02T13:56:00.010-04:00

With great excitement, it began to sway joyfully and to laugh with excitement. “Whoa, little tree!” said the farmer. “Don’t shake too much; for all of your apples will fall off sooner than I can put then in my basket!” The farmer laid down his large picking basket and stepped back to survey his masterpiece. “Yes indeed. Just as I had hoped for you, my precious little tree.

The Littlest Apple Tree - Part 4

2010-08-02T13:56:00.009-04:00

Then, the tree saw him coming one morning, after the gentle rain had come and gone the night before. This time, he didn’t bring any shears. Just his hands and a smile. “Wow, look at you, little tree,!” said the farmer. “You certainly aren’t so little anymore!” With that, he knelt down onto his knees and began to pull up long stalks that grew all around the tree’s base. “Wait

The Littlest Apple Tree - Part 3

2010-08-02T13:55:00.013-04:00

Stopping before the little tree and evaluating what needed to be done, the wise farmer raised his shears; and instantaneously, the slashing and cutting began. First, he cut off most of its top, scraggly branches, leaving only small stubs. “Ah! That hurts, farmer! Why must you now mutilate my stems, little by little?” But the farmer didn’t listen. He kept cutting. He moved on

The Littlest Apple Tree - Part 2

2010-08-02T13:55:00.012-04:00

After finding out what the little tree was supposed to create, but yet could not, it became harder for it to talk with the older trees, for envy and jealously had started growing in his bruised heart. So, the little tree distanced itself from the others and became more and more lonely and downcast believing that it would never be able to create any apples for the farmer’s harvest. Over the

The Littlest Apple Tree - Part 1

2010-08-02T13:53:00.002-04:00

There was once a little apple tree that stood in the midst of a vast orchard. Because it was the youngest of all the trees, its branches were very slender and not yet strong in comparison to the older trees surrounding it. Daily, it loved to reminisce about the first day when the farmer had come to the nursery and had found him aside a few other rotting plants that had been

The Impostor

2010-06-27T12:57:00.004-04:00

Alright. So, I am not a gardner; but I do have three roses: a beautiful red one from when I was born, a light pink one from my grandmother's garden, and a yellow one that we got on sale a few years back. All three are together and enjoy climbing up a trellis at the side of our house. The other day, I was out there, observing the beautiful buds in bloom; and I noticed a foreign vine/weed that had

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Official Traile...

2010-06-19T19:47:00.000-04:00

All I Ask Of You

2010-04-13T09:53:00.003-04:00

ChristNo more talk of darkness,Forget these wide-eyed fearsI'm here, nothing can harm youmy words will warm and calm youLet me be your freedom,let daylight dry your tears.I'm here with you, beside you,to guard you and to guide you...USSay you love me every waking moment,turn my head with talk of summertime...Say you need me with you now and always...Promise me that all you say is truethat's all I

All MVPUPPET shorts

2010-02-13T20:15:00.003-05:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvad5_WBWTY&feature=relatedWatch all MVPuppet shorts here. Just copy and paste the link into your browser. Enjoy!!!

LeBron James and Kobe Bryant

2010-01-27T10:01:00.003-05:00

Click on Title For Video!This Youtube video is so funny!!! If you know anything about LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, you will know why. My brother Andrew loves the MVPUPPETS and now I am also a fan. So funny!!! Check out other MYPUPPET videos on either Youtube or Nike.com. Enjoy!!!!

Midnight Sun

2010-01-14T09:10:00.014-05:00

Waking up, with sunbeams in my eyesAnd the world outside, seems to pass me byEmbrace the land, where the ocean meets the sandAnd emotion fades away, until you take my hand I will be coming with you, tonightYou're all that I want you're all I have, you're all I needOh, you, will be shining on meLike a midnight sun, you're the only one who can set me freeYou will set me free Still so young and

Home Remedies for What Ails You

2009-12-15T13:01:00.002-05:00

Alright, so we all get sick at least one time a year; however, there are some very natural things that you can incorporate into your life that will help you fight infection before it actually starts. These are techniques that I have researched over the years, have actually tried myself, and have benefited from their amazing results. I hope that they help you as well if you decide to try them.Tip

Christmas Shopping in Atlanta

2009-12-07T10:30:00.003-05:00

Every year, the day after Thanksgiving, we head to Atlanta to do some Christmas shopping. While it is always busy, the fun and excitement of picking out our yearly ornament is always thrilling. Here are some pics of our trip this year.The Macy's Christmas Tree - Lenox SquareNeiman Marcus TreesPretty Arrangement - Neiman MarcusThe men chilling at Nordstrom in comfy chairs, watching the busy

Apple Snack Cake with Oat-Nut Streusel

2009-11-16T22:34:00.002-05:00

First tested by my friend SaraThis recipe can be easily doubled and baked in a 13 by 9-inch baking dish. If doubling the recipe, give the cider and dried apple mixture about 20 minutes to reduce and bake the cake for about 45 minutes. The cake is very moist, so it is best to err on the side of overdone when testing its doneness. The test kitchen prefers the rich flavor of cider, but apple juice

Under the Umbrella

2009-10-29T12:46:00.003-04:00

Ok, so my little cat, Pepsie, loves to be sheltered by anything. She finds her way into boxes, bags, sheets, and anything that she can snuggle in. This particular day, she found herself under my umbrella that was drying after being out in the rainy day. While taking her picture, I was again reminded that in our pursuit of God, we need to find shelter in him and then rest in the comfort of his

Preciousness of a Moment

2009-10-16T20:56:00.002-04:00

While blowing bubbles in my yard a few weeks ago, I happened to come across a tiny little bubble that had landed on a leaf. It sat very still , which of course gave me time to take a picture of it; and then with a wisp of wind, it was gone. The small bubble and its brief existence made me think of single moments. Moments come and go so quickly, especially when you are not looking for them.

Long time, no see

2009-09-09T19:11:00.002-04:00

I have missed writing in my blog over this last month. Life has just been really busy since I have started my graduate studies. I feel like my brain is going to explode with all of the new information that is being stuffed rapidly into it. It has been really exciting to learn about so many aspects of the counseling field. I hope in the days ahead that I might post some thoughts on this subject;

Life

2009-08-12T19:43:00.004-04:00

Have you ever had one of those days where you think to yourself, "Is this really my life?" Well, I've been having many of those lately. Sometimes, life comes so quickly or takes so long to happen that life can become very frustrating. Lately though, I've begun to remember something very poignant that helps me to hopefully not see life in such a shallow or vast way. Life simply cannot be about

Insight from an enthusiastic planner....ME!!!

2009-08-04T19:16:00.003-04:00

Most of the people who know me, know that being spontaneous isn't my best quality. Can I do it? Absolutely!!! However, I choose not to be that way most of the time since I have come to realize the actual drive behind being a planner. My drive doesn't come from wanting perfection nor does it come from wanting people to view me favorably. It comes from something so special, so enduring, so

Quebec City 2009

2009-07-18T21:06:00.002-04:00

Many months ago, my friend Sara (who was studying at UConn) decided that when she graduated, we would take a trip somewhere. Well, we finally chose Quebec Canada since we both love French and it was in another country without actually leaving our continent. Here I am in front of our cute B&B named Au Petit Roi (the little king)Everything in Quebec is in French which was a very fun challenge for

Jenny's Birthday Party

2009-06-18T18:08:00.003-04:00

Just a few pictures to celebrate the birth of a great friend, Jenny (the cute blond with curly hair). Courtney and I took her to Red Robin, one of her favorite restaurants and then to Pops in the park - where the Charlotte Symphony plays evening concerts on the lawn for free. It was lots of fun. Happy Birthday Jenny!!!!

Hope

2009-06-02T17:02:00.003-04:00

My soul finds hope in God alone.My salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation.He is my fortress, I will never be shaken.Psalm 62:1-2

Saying good bye to a once good friend.....

2009-05-24T11:09:00.004-04:00

I was lonelyI was confusedI was very vulnerableAnd then you came, reassuring me to trust youI was compelled by your uniquenessI was enthralled by your controlI was mystified by your ever longing for more of the unknownAnd you were always there to put an arm around me... well a tight grip anywayI was not lonely anymore when we would spend time togetherI was not as empty, at least it didn't feel

Coupons, Coupons, Coupons!!!!

2009-05-06T09:30:00.004-04:00

This past week was great for me shopping wise. It was triple coupon day at our Harris Teeter grocery store - (for those of you who don't know me that well, that is my favorite thing time to shop). After saving about 75% last week on groceries, I just wanted to share a few tips about how to save hundreds if not thousands a year on basic grocery needs.#1 - Sign up for email updates from your