Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Cultivate Her Day!
It's a Cultivate Her blog post day! Click HERE to check out my thoughts on Constructive Criticism and tour the blog to read more insightful posts from women leaders. This ministry is challenging and encouraging women to pursue great things!
Monday, November 29, 2010
I'm Sensitive
There is a song by Jewel that I relate to:
"I was thinking that I might fly today
Just to disprove all the things that you say
It doesn't take a talent to be mean
You words can crush things that are unseen
So please be careful with me,
I'm sensitive and I'd like to stay that way."
But I DON'T want to stay that way.
Being sensitive is a hindrance when you work with a team of boys. :) I often get frustrated when my feelings are hurt and I can't shake it.
Being sensitive encourages me to hold grudges, take things personally and avoid constructive criticism.
Being sensitive affects my relationships in a negative, destructive way.
I think I will sing a different version of this song from now on:
"I was thinking that I might fly today
Because I appreciate many things that you've said
Everyone's intention is not mean
Words can build things that are unseen
So please be patient with me,
I'm sensitive, but I don't have to stay that way."
Friday, November 26, 2010
Creativity Is In My DNA
I had no choice.
I was born with the creative gene.
Both of my parents are artists. Both of them are creative.
They are excellent portrait artists and skilled painters. My dad can figure out how to fix or remodel ANYTHING! My mom is so good at decorating. You should see her home and her classroom at school.
My house is now full of artwork that my parent's have drawn.
My mom drew this when I was a baby. The original is in my Gran & PePaw's house. I love it because I look so happy!
The next drawing was a wedding present from my dad.
I got this last one from my dad yesterday. He drew it from a picture I took a little over a month ago. I couldn't believe he finished it that quick. The detail on it is amazing!
Although I can't draw or paint like them, I am thankful some of their talent was passed down to me. :)
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
The Leading Man
9 years ago I met a boy named Jason. We worked at the same work-study job and one day we had the same shift.
I thought he was cute and overheard him say he was going to a Liberal Arts study session that night. I was going too so I asked if he would go with me. We left the study session because it was lame and decided to grab a bite to eat. We spent the next 3 hours at Burger King. :)
And as they say, the rest is history.
Jason is a static character in my musical. He doesn't change. He is the most calm, easy going person I know.
He loves adventure! He can play the guitar, bass and piano. He can sing. He is a great athlete. He is very intelligent. And funny!
My mother thinks he can do NO wrong.
I'm pretty lucky he is a part of my musical. As I continue to develop in this character arc, I am thankful he is by my side, loving me unconditionally.
Monday, November 22, 2010
To Cut or Not to Cut
I have been growing my hair out for two years.
I like how I look with long hair but find it easier to fix when it is short. :)
My sister is getting married is January and I'm thinking about cutting my hair after the wedding.
Any thoughts for the leading lady?
(photo by Joe Gomez)
(Photo by Joe Gomez)
Saturday, November 20, 2010
I Almost Skipped Thanksgiving
This weekend I wanted to start decorating for Christmas.
When I presented this idea to Jason (I had already written it in my planner) he said, "No! You can't just skip over Thanksgiving!"
I got in the Christmas spirit because I knocked out 75% of our Christmas shopping last weekend.
And one of my love languages is gifts.
Honestly, I like buying people gifts more than receiving them. It brings me so much joy to remember something a friend or family member said they liked or wished they had. I also love the challenge of finding them something that will match their personality or style.
I was anxious to put the Christmas tree up so I could place all my gifts under the tree. :)
But for now, I will focus my attention on turkey, dressing, congealed cranberries and family.
This is definitely a year to give thanks.
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