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For some reason, I think so many of us tend to go through life forgetting how valued we are. I get how this happens, but yet still it boggles my mind that it's so difficult for us to keep a grip on it. Now, I'm going to spin things a little differently than you're probably used to hearing about how we value ourselves. I usually try to identify with what I believe to be is the majority of my audience. However, this particular post, might be geared towards a few one-percenters. Or maybe even this post may just be for me.</div>
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I've always had a lot of self worth. I've always known I wasn't perfect - being messy by nature with a quick tongue, I never thought that was a possibility for me. But I've always known my worth. If anything, the struggle of entitlement has laid heavy on my heart. I never thought I wasn't worth it. I would more so be frustrated by the fact that <em>other</em> people couldn't REALIZE how worth it I was! But this is where it gets odd. Despite my knowledge of my worth, I would walk into situations with timidity, unsure if others would understand the value I knew I had. Will they like me? Will they think I'm worth it? Will I fit in? Many times the answer was no. Now looking back, thankfully many times when it counted, the answer was yes.</div>
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It wasn't until very recently that I even realized I'd been doing this my entire life. Like honestly, since playground days. I've always liked me. But contrary to my previous beliefs, I've also always been hyper conscious of how others perceive me as well. This isn't to say I've based my entire life around others opinions. I'm not say going to say I haven't made my mistakes, but what I will say is that fundamentally how someone viewed me never really caused me to go down a different path or set my whole life off track. But what it did do, was cause me to have different perceptions of my value and eventually instilled a sense of fear in me. As time has gone on, the knowledge of these perceptions made me to feel more guarded. Made me feel like I had to be more careful with who I shared my feelings with - because how someone handled these intangible, precious things would tell me all I needed to know. With who I would let see all the parts of me and love me all the same. And with who I would in return. And as time has gone on, I've realized the number dwindled down to zero. I think everyone has pieces, but after too many times of getting my feelings handed back to me twisted, broken and mangled it honestly didn't seem so worth it any longer to so openly share pieces of what made me, me. So I started closing doors. I wore unforgiveness like a badge of honor, that eventually turned into my very own scarlet letter. And I didn't let God come into my heart and take it. I stored them up, like I was getting ready for hibernation. I allowed other people's views and treatment of me to affect my perception of trust. And thus unfortunately to affect the way in which I viewed trusting God.</div>
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<span data-mce-style="line-height: 1.5;" style="line-height: 1.5;">The other day, two friends - one new and one old so graciously opened up to me about things they were feeling. One cut not too deep, but obviously not the first time it had occurred. One a gnashing wound. I saw such beauty in them being honest in the moment about what was hurting them. In that very moment, in their hurt, choosing to open themselves up </span><em data-mce-style="line-height: 1.5;" style="line-height: 1.5;">yet again</em><span data-mce-style="line-height: 1.5;" style="line-height: 1.5;">. This was truly amazing to me. When I've been cut, even recalling the situation weeks or months after causes me to twinge (twitch + cringe) deep inside. And here they were, ripping off the bandaid, wounds open and blood spilling in all it's freshness. And it's occurring to me now, that they get it. They get that you take the hurting thing to the Father, right then and there - at the earliest point that you realize it and you're able or even once you realize you can't handle it anymore. And you ask him to take it. And </span><em data-mce-style="line-height: 1.5;" style="line-height: 1.5;">His</em><span data-mce-style="line-height: 1.5;" style="line-height: 1.5;"> blood, in all it's freshness pours over it. It pours over you. Over the situation. Over the hurt, the past, the present, and the future. And instead of seeing some mess of sorrows and disappointment and rejection and fear, you find it's miraculously all clean.</span></div>
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And that's the gospel my friends. When Jesus came and gave his life to die for us on a cross, the veil was torn. No longer were we here and God over there - distant from us. He is up close and personal and we are even able to have Him dwell within us. IT IS A GIFT. We are FREELY given. And when He sees us, he doesn't see the shame. He doesn't see someone who deems themself useless or entitled. He doesn't see someone marked by bitterness and resentment or someone who had it coming. He doesn't look at us and see us marked up with sin. He sees His son Jesus. He sees us righteous and clean. He sees Himself dwelling within us and He calls us his sons and daughters, heirs to the kingdom of Heaven. So put on your crowns ladies, because whatever you're facing, whatever you're struggling with, whatever it is you're going through, whatever it is you have allowed yourself to believe of be consumed with for far too long, let me tell you something: <em>it doesn't matter.</em> God has made the claim for your value and He has called you royalty.</div>
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-63738797593050426982015-08-03T22:53:00.004-07:002015-08-03T22:59:00.486-07:00"Fight Bravely"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I feel like I haven't touched it in so long and in that time so many things have happened. So many thoughts have been bubbling in my mind and things have been placed on my heart. And I think today, it finally came to the point where I knew I had to share.<br />
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I've been reading this book called Anything with an awesome group of ladies, and it's been shaking me and my mentality up when I really felt like I was entering a little slump. There's this line that says "It should not surprise us if life is hard, especially if we love Jesus. We are at war - not in heaven. And yet it always does surprise us... There is freedom in understanding that heaven is coming and we are not there yet. We're called to live, instead, aware that we are at war with a ruthless enemy who is trying to destroy us if we are living surrendered to Jesus."<br />
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Isn't this true?! It's crazy how entitled I can feel when problems and hard times arise, when I should pretty much be expecting them to be knocking at my door.<br />
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It goes on to reference Ephesians 6 saying "First, remember who you are fighting. You are not fighting flesh and blood, the people hurting you- their sting- you are not fighting them. You are fighting rulers and authorities and cosmic powers over this present darkness. You are fighting the forces of evil in heavenly places."<br />
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Again, how true is this? How often do we let ourselves get wrapped up in people and the hurt they cause us? Allowing ourselves to build resentment or anger towards people when they aren't even the true problem at hand. It gets so easy to focus on the pestering things in front of us, and take our eyes off of God Almighty, who resides within the hearts of those who love Him. Which makes me think about how we are so quick to downplay the gravity of that word. ALMIGHTY. Mighty and able to do ALL things. Wow.<br />
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Then, in visiting The Upper Room and hearing Psalm 46 again last night (which was so soothing to my soul) I was reminded of these words:<br />
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"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging...God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at the break of day. Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall; he lifts his voice, the earth melts. The Lord Almighty is with us; The God of Jacob is our fortress."<br />
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Sometimes it's easy to forget just how BIG He is. The zillions of things he watches and tends to and heals every second of every day. It's truly amazing. Like really, what is more amazing than Him and what He's done and continues to do every day? And to be able to have HIM reside in my heart tells me that I can do a lot more than my mind tells me I can.<br />
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I've been reeeallly blessed to have some amazing women praying over me the past couple of weeks and helping walk through all of this and unfold these realizations. Not everything is going to make sense. Not everything is going to be easy. But with the insatiable knowledge that we were made for so much more than our carnal minds can typically fathom, it's kind of a really incredible honor to be able to partake in something so grand. On top of this, I see that I'm so blessed to be reminded that through hiccups, and less than pleasant feelings is an opportunity to receive so much grace, more understanding, and more of Jesus.<br />
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"Count it all joy my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." James 1:2-3<br />
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So I leave you with this. Words Jennie Allen, the author of Anything, felt the Lord was telling her at a particularly difficult season in life.<br />
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"You protect yourself with me. You bind truth to the front of you so when darkness comes you remember me. You remember I am bigger. You remember I win. You remember I am with you today and forever; even if you can't see me, I am there. You put my Word, my truth, in front of you. Protect yourself with me and my righteousness. And then, you run. Let your feet carry you into battle, building my name, sharing my love, telling my story, showing my glory. Go. Run. Fight. Do not just sit there feeling sorry for yourself. Run and fight. Let your shield be faith. See, if I am real to you- if you believe you stand behind the God of the universes- you won't need to be afraid. You may get tired but you won't forget why this war matters if you don't forget me. You'll fight bravely, like someone who knows she fights for a cause worth dying for. You'll keep fighting if you see me. You have me with you - I am in you. Fight bravely because I am for you and I am with you."<br />
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-37982138897001888822015-06-18T16:08:00.001-07:002015-06-18T16:08:50.667-07:00See What Others Can't See (ASUS + She, In The Making)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I got the opportunity this month to work with ASUS USA on their <a href="http://www.seewhatotherscantsee.com/#_=_" target="_blank">See What Others Can't See</a> (#SWOCS) Campaign for the ASUS Zenfone2. I was so excited when I first received this ASUS product, and my excitement just continued from there once I saw all of the amazing features this phone has. This camera phone sports 13 megapixels and has an aperture that can go as low as 2.0 so it was a photographer's dream to receive one. Not to mention the amount of space this phone has allows me to take large, high-resolution images non-stop. Which is exactly what I did. It is perfect for someone who is shutter happy like I am.<br />
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I was so glad I got to take this phone on my trip to Miami with me and document all of the amazing stops we visited. And even after that, it's been my trusty companion for everything from product shoots to hanging out with friends or a day at the museum. It's been such a treat to take this phone through my everyday life and document the way that I "see" things. Being a creative, having the ability to have tools which allow you to express your creative voice and also try new things is invaluable. Which is one of the reasons I've found this phone to be such a treasure. With it's unique settings and the ability to even shoot in manual mode, it's tweaked my creative thinking and allowed me to push limits on what I thought a camera phone could do. I have included some photos of all of the above below, so click through to continue reading and make sure to enter the <a href="http://www.seewhatotherscantsee.com/" target="_blank">See What Others Can't See Contest</a> for your own chance to win a Zenfone2!<br />
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Lately, I've been eating a lot of lies. Like <i>a lot </i>of lies that I've been telling myself. It's really weird because I've always considered myself as someone with a lot of self-confidence and hopefully a lot of humility. But recently, it's been seeming that I've blurred the lines and in the process, lost the true definition of humility. In this process, I feel like in my earnest quest of remaining humble, my self confidence has been something that's been consistently attacked. </div>
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I hear <i>myself</i> discounting <i>myself </i>again and again and again and again. I don't even notice it until moments afterwards oftentimes, when I discount my gut, my talents, anything. And it makes me SO UPSET. It has always upset me when I see my friends and people who surround me do that to themselves and so it makes me mad that I'm <i>1) </i>creating that example as well <i>2)</i> fueling that mentality instead of believing in myself and <i>3)</i> discounting who God created me to be and the gifts and talents He bestowed in me.</div>
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I'm not perfect and I never will be, but that's the glory of it all. I don't need to be and I also don't need to remind everyone every step of the way of how un-perfect I am. <i>"I'm a treasure, in the arms of Christ." </i>God still considers us so valuable and gives us so many opportunities, to learn, grow, excel, and to use our gifts for something bigger than we are. I don't need to go around town shouting things like "I'm the best this or that!" but I do need to take a moment when I'm complimented to humbly accept instead of talking myself into inadvertently criticizing each gift I've been given.</div>
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It's the same thing my friends. God is that best friend and the gifts He's given you are not to be ignored or taken lightly. They are valuable; they are treasures. They're meant to help, aide, and guide you in the directions He leads; in pursuing your dreams, in fulfilling your calling, and in walking in your purpose.</div>
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So here's another post, written by me, directed towards me, that will hopefully encourage someone other than me out there!</div>
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I think I've been trying to play it cool, when really things have been all over the place, in the best way honestly. </div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2e2d2d; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, 'Palatino Linotype', Palatino, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 21px;">However, despite all the goodness entering my life, my thoughts have been drifting back a lot to perception - specifically other's perception of me.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2e2d2d; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, 'Palatino Linotype', Palatino, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 21px;"> </span>When I started blogging and sharing my thoughts and feelings, <i>or what have you</i>, in this little corner of the internet, I never really considered it. I knew I wanted to put my voice out there into the world. I knew I always had this innate desire to connect with someone I would have never met otherwise - or possibly would never meet- but to feel connected nevertheless because there was this a similar belief that pumped through our veins. But I never thought twice about what I was writing because I just wrote about what rang true to me. About what was placed on my heart, about what I believed, about what stages I was going through. And over time, it suddenly turned into this amazing place where I've received an overwhelming community of support and love and some pretty incredible friendships.<i> It's pretty magnificent what Jesus can do with the internet.</i></div>
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But over time, especially in this year, I've realized there have been times where I've been hesitant to share more of my heart here. Where I'm at. Where I'm going through. Whether it be because I'm nervous for some unforseen reason, or I'm afraid how it will be taken, or because I think maybe it's just not what people are interested in seeing. But fear -- well, that's not how this place started out. I earnestly want this to be a place where people can come to feel understood, and not alone in this crazy journey, but I also want it to be a place where people leave feeling more than that. Whether it be more inspired, more refreshed, more knowledgable, more interested in something new, or just like they're more than enough. </div>
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So as this little corner of the internet grows, I just wanted to share my heart regarding this blog with you. I want to keep it centered around that mission. And I want to thank you so much for being a part of this journey. I've been saying this for a while now, but I promise -- much more goodness is to come!</div>
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I was recently given the opportunity to collaborate with <a href="http://31bits.com/" target="_blank">31 Bits</a>, an incredible brand that helps make our world a better place by empowering people to rise above poverty. I have been following 31 Bits for years now and have always admired their mission and beautiful pieces. I was so honored when they contacted me and asked me to style the <a href="http://31bits.com/shop/the-creative.html#.VRBnS2TF-l0" target="_blank">Creative</a> bracelet from their <a href="http://31bits.com/shop/classics.html" target="_blank">Classics Collection</a>. The <a href="http://31bits.com/shop/the-creative.html#.VRBnS2TF-l0" target="_blank">Creative</a> bracelet is for "women who can't be contained by rules or tradition, that are too busy creating masterpieces. Everything they touch turns to gold!" Each piece is handmade out of 100% recycled paper and helps support women artisans in Uganda. I feel so fortunate to have been able to collaborate with such an amazing brand. Check out the <a href="http://31bits.com/shop/classics.html" target="_blank">collection</a> here and learn more about the 31 Bits <a href="http://31bits.com/about/mission/" target="_blank">mission</a>!<br />
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<a href="http://31bits.com/shop/the-creative.html#.VRBnS2TF-l0" target="_blank">Creative bracelet </a>| <a href="http://www.hanuel.com/product/pave-crafted-open-cuff-in-gold/" target="_blank">gold bracelet</a> | <a href="http://www.freshtangerine.com/collections/rings" target="_blank">rings</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mosspawa" target="_blank">sweater kimono</a> | <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=82424&vid=1&pid=224745002" target="_blank">similar dress</a> | <a href="http://bananarepublic.com/" target="_blank">necklace</a></div>
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<br />She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-75057357688932754322015-03-02T12:00:00.000-08:002015-03-02T12:00:00.612-08:00a style journey<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When I first became interested in fashion, you could call my style eclectic - to say the least. My style icons were Mary Kate & Ashley because they just did whatever they wanted and totally pulled it off. I distinctively remember girls in junior high making fun of my outfits and the fact that I liked to wear camis over my tops and a belt to top it off. Like I said... eclectic, but in all fairness Gwen Stefani was killing the game at this time and she was eclectic to say the <i>very</i> least, so maybe I was on point! Or near it... I used to sketch and design clothes in artist pads until the wee hours of the morning. And although my dreams of being a fashion designer didn't really even make it to my teens, I think it really sparked my interest in style to begin with. Well that, and also my incredibly artistic cousin who was working as a fashion designer at Gap at the time, and then went on to drop everything and move to Mexico to teach local artisans how to create their own items and self sustainable incomes... Yeah, my cousins are pretty amazing.<br />
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As time went on, I tried multiple times to hone in on my "style". After my obsession with Molly Ringwald, the need to fit in with Hollister stage and my complete and utter obsession with Urban Outfitters, I think I eventually fell more into this "preppy" category. As much as I love the Madewell look - and have minimal pieces incorporated throughout my wardrobe as well - I'd spend more money in J. Crew, Gap, & Banana in a hot second.<br />
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When I need to create a quick outfit, it usually ends up including a blazer and some pretty gems. This was precisely the case Friday. This may be partially due to my year and a half of retail work at J. Crew. Plus, I woke up late and didn't feel well, which always makes me feel the need to look put together... so I can in turn make myself believe I am haha.</div>
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Yet, I would still call my style eclectic, but hopefully as a conglomerate idea and not on a day to day basis. I say this meaning that my style is eclectic because my closet isn't completely taken over by one sole style. I like to dress situationally. Some days it might be bright and preppy, the next clean and minimalistic, and the day after that dark and sleek. As I've grown I've realized that there are so many different parts of me and I like it that way. I am eclectic. Style is supposed to be an expression of who we are, so why should I limit my wardrobe to only expressing one little part of me?</div>
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So if you're on your style journey, I've come across a couple of blog posts from a couple of real life/social media friends that I think may help! </div>
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One is <a href="http://www.chroniclesoffrivolity.com/2015/01/transition-advice.html" target="_blank">this post</a> from my sweet and beautiful friend Katey McFarlan, of <a href="http://www.chroniclesoffrivolity.com/" target="_blank">Chronicles of Frivolity</a>. In section #4 she talks about creating your signature look. Like me throwing on a blazer and statement jewelry, you may also have a signature go to and not even realize it! It seriously helps so much on mornings when you want to feel pulled together, but are in a rush or just aren't "feeling it" that day. In addition, it also helps when you want to wear a look that really represents you, but don't know where to start! </div>
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Another couple of posts are these by the incredibly talented and stylish Caroline Joy Rector, of <a href="http://www.un-fancy.com/" target="_blank">Unfancy</a>. Caroline creates capsule wardrobes that fit her style - which I admire SO MUCH - in an effort to simplify life. This could be an extreme thing to do, especially if you haven't honed in on your style yet, but I'm sure solidifying your key pieces would be so worth it. Here's one on <a href="http://www.un-fancy.com/capsule-wardrobe-101/what-is-a-capsule-wardrobe-anyway/" target="_blank">what a capsule wardrobe is</a> and here's one on <a href="http://www.un-fancy.com/capsule-wardrobe-101/how-to-build-a-capsule-wardrobe/" target="_blank">how to create</a> your own.</div>
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The last is the <a href="http://darlingmagazine.org/category/the-stylist/" target="_blank">Stylist</a> section in <a href="http://darlingmagazine.org/" target="_blank">Darling Magazine</a>. Darling is one of my favorite magazines and blogs. Each issue, as well as their website, has a <a href="http://darlingmagazine.org/category/the-stylist/" target="_blank">section</a> dedicated to the Stylist persona. This area is always filled with great tips on staple items, how to get your closet together, and other things every girl without a fashionista for a big sister wishes to know.</div>
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I've heard time and time again that so many successful people create signature looks because they don't have time to constantly worry about what it is they're going to wear or what's going to represent them well. Anyone thinking Steve Jobs? I'm in no way saying he should be your style icon! Haha just some food for thought if fashion isn't your main focus, but definitely a component you'd like to hone in on. So tell me, what do you think your signature look is?</div>
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So I've reached a point where I'm about to experience a big life change. It's gone from feeling way too real, to not real at all, to surreal. It's a a little scary. It's also a lot exciting.</div>
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The two colorful quotes I was asked to write out recently and I really loved the heart and passion behind them! I've been a long time fan of Maya Angelou's words and Vincent van Gogh quotes have really been so on point with my life and thought process recently. I don't know why it took me so long to begin looking into things he's said. </div>
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The middle one may already make sense to you if you follow me on instagram! I've been doing a little series on gratitude where I try to remember to hashtag #gratitudefordays and write something I'm thankful for on instagram as frequently as possible. I figured this would be a way to take this to the next level. If you download this wallpaper, I challenge you to set it as your lock screen on your iPhone so each time you press the home button, you're prompted to fill in that blank! Being thankful for our blessings and all God has done in our lives makes it really hard not to be filled with love and joy. Let's incline ourselves towards leading lives filled with gratitude and think about all of our blessings more often!</div>
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-41205990074608881262015-02-19T21:38:00.000-08:002015-02-19T21:38:23.273-08:00VII Shirts - Gateway Church X She, In The Making<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of my favorite projects in 2014 was this collaboration with <a href="http://wearevii.com/">VII</a>, the college aged youth ministry at <a href="http://gatewaypeople.com/">Gateway Church</a>. If you know me, you know VII is near and dear to my heart. Tuesdays are my favorite nights of the week because of VII, where I get to meet in a room full of young adults to worship God and learn more about Him. I have learned and grown so much during my time at VII. I have experienced some of my sweetest moments and created some of my most cherished relationships there. I was so ecstatic when I was contacted to create the design for the new VII t-shirts. Creating lettering for Gateway had been a desire God had placed on my heart in the past, but I never spoke of it, so I was thrilled when Paul reached out to me. Sidenote: <a href="http://instagram.com/technopaul">Paul</a> of <a href="http://socality.org/">Socality</a> is a really neat guy and has linked me with some really awesome opportunities for handlettering in the past year, such as my <a href="http://sheinthemaking.blogspot.com/2014/11/socality-x-vrsly-x-she-in-making.html">collaboration with Socality PDX & VRSLY</a> last fall as well. The theme of the shirts was (obviously) living generously. These shirts were to debut around the holiday season, but were meant to be something that could be worn all year long. The term is a play on giving generously, which we've all heard before. However, VII turned it around and chose to focus on how we can live with the mentality of life being about more than just ourselves. How we can live a life that is bigger than just us. I was all about it. In making these shirts, I had so much creative freedom and was so excited to create different designs to present to the VII team. As I worked on the different designs, I was able to have fun experimenting with different styles and finding out more about my own! Below you can see the final designs I presented to the VII team - in black & white just for a different look- and then at the bottom, there are a few photos of the final chosen and printed designs.<br />
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I've never been "taken" on Valentine's Day. Sure I've gotten asked out, I've gotten the chocolates and the roses and the teddy bears, but I've never actually been with someone. And given I have a pretty awful memory, I can't necessarily attest to how I've felt in Valentine's Days prior to the past 3 or 4. But I can say that these past three or four have been amazing. I <i>like</i> being single. That's not to say I don't want to ever have a significant other, or that I don't like couples in love. I love that stuff. Engagement shoots are my favorite. Wedding videos make me weak in the knees. Show me a creative proposal video and I'll show everyone and their mother in love. & I like the idea of romance. But it's not the reality of my life right now. And I pretty much love the reality of my life right now, so I don't feel like anyone or anything is missing. This all to say, I am stoked for Valentine's this year, as I have been in the past. My friends and family always find sweet ways to show me I'm loved and cared for. Whether it be with my favorite candies or flowers, candies, notes, texts, or calls. Valentine's really can be so much fun! I think, like with anything else, it's what you make of it! This year, my friends and I are getting together for a little "single ladies <i>galentine's day party"</i> and I cannot wait. I honestly think a room full of dolled up ladies indulging in chocolate, wine, sweets, & hors d'ourves beats a crowded restaurant any day! & I think when I finally am taken on Valentine's, it may continue to look very similarly, but we can sprinkle some boys in the mix too.<br />
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In honor of some fun things going on in life, my sweet pal <a href="http://thetique-blog.com/">Tiana</a> & I decided to put together this fun little video! We wanted to celebrate this season, have a lot of fun - <i>which of course we did,</i> and provide a sneak peek to an upcoming instagram giveaway featuring some of our absolute favorite products! I'm pretty much obsessed with this song, so we found a great cover of it to hopefully get you a little excited and maybe even inspire some of you out there to grab a couple of friends and HAVE SOME FUN! This day, like any other, really is whatever you make out of it! And I know it can be really hard for people sometimes, but trust me, if you really want it to be, it truly can be just as sweet. <span style="background-color: white; color: #545454; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 20.2222232818604px;">♥</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #545454; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 20.2222232818604px;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There is so very much going on within me. So very much I want to say. So very much I currently feel. I'm honestly overwhelmed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm hurting but I feel so blessed. I'm confused, yet I feel so astounded. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've found myself being hypocritical. I've come to the realization I was hurt others weren't taking me seriously, when mostly it's me who hasn't been taking me seriously. I've come to the realization that most importantly *<b>I</b>* have to <i>believe</i>. If I don't, it doesn't matter what anyone else around me does for or says to me. I have to believe in myself, not in my fears or insecurities. I've been afraid I can't do it. I've been afraid I can't live without. I can now see along with wanting others to be held accountable and to be intentional, I have to hold myself accountable with how I've allowed myself to be treated and how I've chosen to spend my time and with whom I've chosen to share my heart.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I have to know that I don't know it all. I never will. But that one false move isn't going to shake God's plan over my life. Life can be seen as a series of mistakes or a series of opportunities. If I fall, then what an opportunity I'll have to stand back up and make one hell of a story out of it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've realized in order to talk the talk, I've got to walk the walk. How inspirational will I be without experience? How far will my message go without having ever taken flight? Ultimately, it's time for action. Time to truly be intentional. This is my chance to take life by the reigns and own it. And by <i>owning</i> it, I totally mean, kicking, fighting, and experiencing it to the best of my ability, despite the ups, downs and times it tries to throw me out of this rodeo.<i> (Is my Southern showing?)</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">SO LIFE IS CRAZY and I love it. Or maybe I'm just excited about things. Definitely both.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Today, I got to participate in some amazing worship and hear John Maxwell speak.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">He said his word for the 2015 was INTENTIONAL. "All is well that begins well" as he put it. This is crazy because I feel like nearly every person I've spoken to regarding the issue, including myself, mentioned this word for 2015. I don't think it's a coincidence that I was literally connecting with my sweet new Rebecca for the first time today, only hours before and this was pretty much the entire basis of our whole heart to heart. Or than I sat only a few yards away with <a class="profileLink" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/user.php?id=100002548635361" href="https://www.facebook.com/mynamesvictoria" style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">m</a>y beautiful sister Victoria Chapman a week before, with her saying the very same word and spiraling our discussion of so much more. I don't think it's a coincidence that so many people feel the need to have this wave and movement of actively putting authenticity into action. I don't think it's a coincidence that less people want to just be living for the heck of it, but living for a purpose. To make a difference in the lives of more than just themselves. In this specific moment I can name to you at least two or three handfuls of young ladies who are actively putting their dreams and hearts to work in this area and I am SO INSPIRED and grateful to be surrounded by and behind them in these steps. I'm also grateful that we have Godly women to look up to, who are willing to mentor us, and offer their time to listen and spread wisdom upon us.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Have you thought recently about what an honor it is to be a vessel? Like wow. That GOD would CHOOSE to use YOU to carry out HIS plans? Singing Forever Yours as we closed tonight, reminded me of this sealed truth. Of what an extreme honor it is. "You saved me and I will be forever yours. You made me free to be forever yours." It just makes me feel so silly thinking of the things that hurt and are hard in this life. The things I'm scared to let go of, even though I hear God calling me. For every time I attempt to live for something other than Him, or act as the prodigal son and forget about how much higher His thoughts are than mine and how all things work together in favor of me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Have you thought about what VALUE your life has to HIM? The plan He has for YOU? YOUR STORY in ALL of its entirety. Today, John told us to be intentional, we need to know God and to know how He works. He reminded us that Jesus LOVES people. He encouraged us to be FULLY SUBMERGED in HIS will for our lives. He reminded us to "Know God. Know He values you." and to "Know He will take care of you."</span><br />
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I hope you feel cherished, friends. I pray you feel called. That you are inspired. That you are drawn. That you know you are desired. That you believe there is so much in this life to be given to you and so much you have been called to give.<br />
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-31291531456102457202015-01-19T20:40:00.000-08:002015-01-19T20:41:24.129-08:00I BOUGHT A HAT.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My friend Esther, recently asked me if I was trying to change my style! I hadn't thought about it much, but I don't really think so. There are items I've been wanting for a while, but really made no real effort to find. I'm a super lazy shopper. If it's front of me and I like it, I'll buy it. But when online shopping, entering huge stores, and malls, I get so overwhelmed and honestly rather drained. Currently, what I'm mostly drawn to is tan leather and and gold accessories. I am also really digging a lot of androgynous items. I found an old tan leather trench coat with oversize shoulder pads in my parents closet recently and I have been dying to wear it. So my mom and I finally got some scissors, and cut out those huge pads. Then, I wore it around all weekend of course! Aside from that, I purchased two men's tops during Gap's 60% off sale this past weekend. I just can't help it! Cute, shapeless and comfy? YES PLEASE! Speaking of that, I'm currently reading that book. Can I tell you I love me some Amy Poehler? Hopefully I will be able to add some Mindy Kaling and Tina Fey to my book list as well. SPEAKING OF BOOKS ON MY LIST, I met JOHN MAXWELL and got him to sign his book Good Leaders Ask Great Questions. I honestly even haven't yet cracked into it, but I'm already so excited. There's so much goodness around me.</div>
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-26583013765462581782015-01-01T22:26:00.001-08:002015-01-05T06:57:33.053-08:002015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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2015. For me this year feels so different from the past already. I feel no frills. I feel stripped of all of the sparkly, glittering words and all kinds of rough around the edges. I try to live life authentically always but this year I want to be even more intentional about it, including being more authentic with God. For instance I have many journals that I write in from time to time. My prayer journal though I always keep set apart for notes or prayers and today that seemed odd to me. I pulled out another journal cause I just wanted to write about my life and my thoughts going into the year. Not to think too much but just to let everything out, write everything down. The good, the bad, the ugly, the beautiful, the scary, and the areas of peace. And I know that I KNOW this but yet still it hit me that God wants to be involved in every area of my life. My words and thoughts and confusion can be lifted up to Him and become a prayer in themselves. I can just invite Him to be a part of it. Whatever it is. It's not like He doesn't know anyways but He wants us to include Him in every area of our lives. And I'm not saying you shouldn't have separate journals to separate different subjects- your dreams, ideas, your daily life, your inspirations, whatever it may be. It was just something I noticed that I was unintentionally closing Him out of, while in my mind I thought I was asking Him to take over. <br />
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It dawned on me just how uncomfortable this year may be and how generally unprepared I am for it and how so many different parts and imperfections of me are sure to be exposed, but amongst everything: the hurt, the rawness, the awkward. I'm grateful. I know that He will ask me to do difficult things, but that He will not abandon me. I know how necessary it is to heed His call and I know despite the ugly or scary feelings that can lurk inside, I'm not alone. I was talking to one of my closest friends earlier about the art of connection and how much it means to me and I'm grateful to have had and to continue to have that opportunity. To connect with people and meet them where they're at and have them meet me where I'm at. We don't have to see everything eye to eye, but things that are important: listening. REALLY listening. Being there. Just showing up. Or being available if someone decides later they want you to show up. Following up. Loving wholeheartedly. Asking the nitty gritty questions. Not being afraid of those awkward moments and going for it anyways. Always. And in the moments when we chicken out the first time, still trying again. Taking it all in. For a little or for a while. Giving yourself time. Understanding life isn't a race but an entire experience.<br />
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My inspiring friend <a href="http://theonlygirlwhocouldfly.blogspot.com/">Janie</a> gave me this journal filled with scriptures a couple of months ago and I just wanted to share a few verses that keep flushing a wave of peace over me. <br />
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<i>Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not in your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths. </i>Proverbs 3:5-6<br />
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<i>And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. </i>Romans 12:2<br />
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-27938376251704860052014-12-15T21:00:00.000-08:002014-12-16T08:55:33.879-08:00Tis the season<div style="text-align: center;">
Tis the season to be inspired and filled with hope. Being such a season I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite things right now - spanning from blog posts to make-up items. I figured this could serve as a way for you to get a few doses of inspiration and also maybe pick up a few Christmas gifts all at once!</div>
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<a href="http://www.thryvemag.com/">Thryve Magazine </a>-<i> like seriously what, I'm amazed I'm able to be a part of such a production!</i></div>
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<a href="http://hannahbrencher.com/">Hannah Brencher</a> - try to sign up for her weekly Monday emails too</div>
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<a href="http://yellowconference.com/">All Things Yellow Conference</a></div>
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Mara Grace's <a href="http://instagram.com/m.gracecortez">Instagram</a> & <a href="http://shechoosesjoy.tumblr.com/">Tumblr</a> & heart</div>
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<a href="http://www.heysweetpea.com/">That Hey Sweet Pea Mailing List</a> - Because YES YOU CAN.<br />
<a href="http://turntheepaige.com/2014/11/20/success/">This</a> Turn Thee Paige Blog Post<br />
<a href="http://kensfolk.com/">The travels of my new sweet friend on Kensfolk Blog</a></div>
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<a href="http://instagram.com/p/whN-o0FjCu/">This Stacy Reeves Post</a><br />
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Nest Perfume Roll-Ons in <a href="http://www.sephora.com/dahlia-vines-P382094?skuId=1558170">Dalia & Vines</a> and <a href="http://www.sephora.com/indigo-rollerball-P385319?skuId=1585017">Indigo</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/1686">Trader Joe's Kettle Corn</a> - May purchase <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Trader-Joes-Popcorn-Perfect-Balance/dp/B00CX8SDC4/ref=sr_1_sc_2?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1418743030&sr=1-2-spell&keywords=trader+joeskettle+corn">here</a> if no TJ's are near you</div>
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What are some of your <i>must haves </i>or<i> must shares </i>for this season? I would love to know!<br />
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-64009090957252714102014-12-06T10:13:00.000-08:002014-12-09T06:56:20.308-08:00I'm not really, so much of a nice person.I know, this is weird. I think so too. But it's true, so I'm going to write about it anyways, and maybe you'll see where I'm coming from, and will find some awesome area of common ground and we will become great friends. Or maybe you'll think I'm way off. Either way, I've never particularly striven to be a <i>nice</i> person. In most cases, when you initially meet me, I think I definitely seem to be - maybe too much so. I typically make friends by complimenting people on extrinsic things, such as their beautiful leather bag, serious eyeliner game, or their perfectly distressed boyfriend jeans... which is probably why all of my best friends are smoke shows. Once you get to know me, however, you see I'm really not all that nice at all. And honestly, I don't think I want to have much to do with the term.<br />
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On my birthday, my best friend called me kind, and I recall responding to her saying something along the lines of "Oh wow. I know it's my birthday, but you know I'm really not all that nice." And she said, "I didn't say nice, I said kind. There's a difference!" Haha and it really got me thinking about both of those words and the intentions behind each one.<br />
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Some people just have nice-ness in their bones. They always have something sweet to say to you no matter what and it can really be rather pleasant to have that little boost in your day. But I think it sometimes, it can become a problem. And maybe I'm overthinking this, but sometimes I believe it can really become an issue because of two reasons.<br />
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<li>Because are you really being <i>nice</i> when it comes to masking the truth? If my hair is a mess or I smell or my lipstick is far from poppin', I don't want a friend who is going to tell me I look great. I want a friend who is going to pull out a hair tie, some bobby pins, her travel stick deodorant, and hand me her latest shade of Essence lipstick. Plus, surface level compliments fade quickly anyways. If you want to create an impact that lasts, then speak to someone about their character.<br /><br /></li>
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It seems to me, at some point, the term nice can become nearly equivalent with an adjective for someone who is a master in people pleasing. I honestly don't believe in saying or doing things just for the sake of being nice. I think sometimes people are honestly just so afraid to be honest with others nowadays. For fear of how they'll be perceived. For fear that others won't like what they have to say and no longer want to stick around. For fear of seeming judgmental when all they're really trying to do is show they care.<br />
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I think in our generation, it's safe to say most everyone just wants to stay in a state of happy. Whatever that is. And if there are things or people that disrupt this or are "killing our vibes" then they don't need to be in our lives. Because "good vibes only", right? And I think it's a shame. There's nothing to that. That's not life. So much of what we learn in life comes from our struggles, and our growth from them. From healing and learning. People can sit and tell you what you want to hear all day. They can encourage your poor decisions. They can push you to take your one life down meaningless winding roads because that's what sounds like a good idea to you at the time, so it sounds good to them. Or, they can stand up and be a friend and tell you not necessarily what you want to hear, but what you need to. And it might not be pretty or nice. But if someone cares enough about you to put all of those fears and the fact that you can take it all wrong on the line, then I would say there you have a<i> kind</i>, caring, and genuine friend.<br />
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To me, kindness goes a little deeper. Its roots and intentions are in not necessarily in pleasing someone but in being genuine, touching someone, truly helping another, and ultimately going a little deeper than something that will quickly fade away.<br />
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I don't believe you should falter or hide the truth for the sake of someone's feelings - though hopefully you can find a way to put it more delicately or try to come from a kind place in the heart - because we all need a reality check sometimes. And hopefully we are fortunate enough to have a person in our lives who cares enough to give it to us. And yes, sometimes honesty, even with the kindest of intentions, still hurts a bit. But sometimes it's a refining process. And honestly, that's more of how I strive to be. I strive to possess kindness and not be afraid to speak the truth, but <i>in love</i>. To be compassionate, and understanding, yet unwavering on what stands to be true. I desire for there to be deep and genuine purpose behind the things I do and say. I guess I don't find value in solely being nice, because it's difficult for me to find honesty in it. I think in a sense, it actually takes away from true and earnest words spoken. And it's kind of come to the place where when I compliment someone and they tell me I'm nice, I usually make it a point to correct them. Because I'm really not. I'm just honest. And if I say something that happens to be considered nice, it's just because it was true. And that you can trust if I'm paying you an earnest compliment, it will be genuine, and true, and specific to YOU and your being and your character. I want you to know that if I'm saying it, I really mean it because I'm not just someone who goes around saying anything just to make people feel good. And I mean yes, if you have on a killer pair of shoes I'll have to comment on those too. But if I catch you walking around at an event in a pair of Louboutins, I'll probably say we need to have a serious chat about why you enjoy torturing yourself, suggest we go buy you a pair of flats and ask if you wanna chat over a couple of Caramel Apple Spices.<br /><br />
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So a little while back, I had the opportunity to be interviewed over at <a href="http://thechristiangirl.net/articles/friday_feature:_kelsey?article=544d665a43687207213d0000">The Christian Girl</a> by <a href="http://nataliacrawford.com/">Natalia Crawford</a>! I was seriously so honored I was asked to be featured alongside women who are seriously doing incredible things, building churches, running non-profit organizations, and some women I personally keep up with and look up to like <a href="http://www.coasttocoastcentral.com/">Lindsey Eryn Clark</a>. This blog is such an awesome source of inspiration, spiritual wisdom, and a bunch of great posts that are relevant for all different types of women and their walk of faith. They even sent me one of these beautiful and encouraging little journals they sell on their site too! I had a great time and hope you enjoy reading it!She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-82187958258627198392014-12-01T00:38:00.003-08:002014-12-01T13:37:26.936-08:00Your Worth<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is a post on worth. Yes, YOURS. Hence the title... and I'm pretty sure you all got that haha. But what you may not know is that though this may be a huge mind dump <i>- I can't believe I just typed that either - </i>I feel like it's SO important for me to address this - because at least 90% of the time, when I'm driving myself crazy, or I find myself frustrated or upset, it's related to this very topic.<i> (Surprise fun fact: I also specialize in run on sentences.)</i><br />
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I've gotten to the point where I've realized that social media is currently the best vehicle I have to communicate what I'm passionate about with the world. And that's perfectly fine with me because I'm going to use whatever I have to spread the truths that I know, if they can help someone in some sort of way. Someone who wants to be understood or wants to make a difference or wants to know that it's okay to believe in themselves when it doesn't seem that anyone around them feels the same. And maybe I'm able to confidently write about this because I know that there are at least a handful of my close friends - actually I think including family at least a solid 15 people who would hold me accountable to the woman I am and the worth I possess. And maybe you don't currently have someone in your life right now who could be that person for you. So if this is you, please let me the person to remind you of how valuable you are and exactly what it is you deserve in this life.<br />
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You deserve to be treated with respect. Constantly. Infallibly. You deserve to be surrounded by people who love you and who you love. Who uplift you, who hold you accountable to cherishing and appreciating the valuable, beautiful soul you are, who hold you accountable to the things you've said you want to accomplish in this life, to the magnificent creation God has called you to be, <i>and</i> to the incredible potential He's placed within you. Yep, to all of these things. You deserve to experience unconditional love, despite your faults, mistakes, and imperfections. You deserve to experience freedom. To unapologetically be yourself. To exercise your right to say no to things you don't want to participate in and to stand up and to do so firmly for the things you feel are unjust. To experience the freedom of forgiveness. You deserve to feel like the most valuable gem on the face of the Earth because YOU are worth more than all of the rubies and diamonds that are ever to exist. You are worth more than all of the sparkling lights in the night sky. You are His greatest treasure.<br />
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Though I think about this constantly and it's been a desire of mine to write on this topic, while trying to keep calm and not just solely type "KNOW YOUR WORTH LADIES" repetitively throughout the entire post accompanied by little clapping emojis between every other word, an occurrence a few nights ago got me all stirred up again!<br />
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I was out a few nights ago celebrating the recent promotion and birthday of my friend Daniel, mentioned a few posts back. My friends and I were dancing as a younger man about my age attempted to join the circle dancing as well. (N<i>ote: I use the word man begrudgingly.</i>) My immediate reaction was to stop dancing and let said person pass on by as to say "We're good here, please feel free to move along." But this kid also stopped dancing, looked at me (with his man-boy posse of 1 behind him) and grabbed my wrist as to gesture for me to dance with him. Okay, there are so many issues with this such as numero uno, why does he believe that he has any right to touch me? Since my subtle initial response obviously wasn't enough for this fellow, I pulled my arm away, politely smiled and said "No, thank you." You would have thought I disrespected his mother by the way he stopped, stepped back, with an appalled look on his face and looked me up and down as to say "Do you know who I am?!" and "You ain't nothin'" all at once. And as he walked away, I had to laugh to myself. And in recalling this story since, I've only laughed even harder. I laugh about this because it was so evident he hadn't the slightest clue who I AM. And no, not a blogger, or a business owner, or a college graduate. Not even a "strong, independent black woman who don't need no man" haha. But more importantly <i>I am</i> a daughter of <i>royalty.</i> It was so funny to me because he had absolutely <i>no clue</i> about how treasured and valuable I am. How <i>sought after</i> my heart is. About how much my Father loves and cares for me and the trajectory He, Himself has intricately planned for my life. About how He provides me with wisdom and discernment to know better than to even momentarily entertain myself with guys who obviously don't have the slightest idea of my worth and thus have no business approaching me. It was actually humorous to me because he looked at me as being absolutely nuts to miss out on a chance to spend a moment with him, when he was so blind, so unaware, so confused, and literally and figuratively in the dark.<br />
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And honestly, this is how many people are. In this life, there are going to be people who belittle you. Who don't respect you, your time, your talents. Who don't recognize your worth. Who may look at you or speak to you like you "ain't nothin'". Who may talk down to you or believe that you'll never amount to anything. Who don't have faith that there's an incredible plan for your life. Who don't see the value in you, in your heart, in your spirit, in your purity, in your beauty, or in your gifts. Unfortunately, in this life, there are always going to be people like this and that's why it's so important for YOU to <i>know</i> how valuable you are in His eyes and to <i>believe</i> it. To be unfazed by the "haters" and instead be enamored by how the eyes of God gaze upon you. You can't keep waiting for someone else to tell you how cherished you are or to find your worth in the words of a broken boy or family member or friend. God already has proclaimed His adoration of you and what He says to be true about you sets all other opinions to fall by the wayside.<br />
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Honestly, in retrospect, why I <i>thanked</i> this man-child, in any sense of the word, <i>even</i> in declining him, is beyond me. However, I am actually grateful for this experience because it prompted me to write this post and share with you all a little bit of my heart on the matter. I hope you read this and feel empowered. I hope you feel encouraged to stand up for yourself and others who haven't quite seemed to figure it out yet. I hope you are believing the things God says about you. I hope you know you are forever covered by His love and that He constantly desires to reveal more and more of His adoration for you every day.<br />
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<br />She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-76825179570368407162014-11-25T21:08:00.001-08:002014-12-04T22:27:52.021-08:00FRIENDSGIVING<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Last night, I had the ability to partake in something beautiful. I was invited by some of my sweetest friends to gather around a table and enjoy communion and a conglomerate homemade meal. As we were nearly closing out the night with prayer, my friend <a href="http://monicamanda.wordpress.com/">Monica</a> was thanking God for our time together and said something along the lines of "This isn't normal." And that really stirred something in me because she was so right, it wasn't normal. Yes, we do get to gather with others around tables much more than usual during the holiday season, but to be able to set out with intention to gather a group of people who want to glorify God and praise Him in so many various ways throughout the night... That's rare. And it was so beautiful. My friends put so much thought and intention into every part of the event. We opened the night with a short message and prayer and then passed around our plates, very family style, to serve one another. We were each given <a href="http://www.florastationery.com/">Flora stationery cards</a>, designed by my sweet friend <a href="http://instagram.com/alexamihalla">Alexa</a>, to write a note of love and encouragement for one person in a nearby homeless shelter & one for a person sitting at the table. In addition, the purchase of the beautiful Flora cards benefit young ladies in Eastern Europe in receiving scholarships to continue their education. I hadn't even met the girl who wrote my card until after the fact, but I was still so touched and encouraged by her words and the truth she spoke over me!<br />
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Each person brought something to the plate, from delicious stuffing, to unleavened bread, to a prayer or a laugh. It reminded of how we are in the body of Christ. Each working together, each bringing something different up to the table, each a part of a whole. As prayers began and ended the night, I felt such a wave of truth and peace on a night when I know so many were experiencing so much confusion and unrest. It got me thinking about true "peace" and the way the media is using the word. Peace is a state of mind, but even more so it's a state of the heart. </div>
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Restricting, controlling, oppressing -- they don't create peace. That's not how God instills peace. An absence of apparent and visual violence, when hearts and souls are stirring and breaking isn't TRUE peace. </div>
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This year, I'm slowly but surely beginning to see things differently. Not just for what they are, but for what lies underneath. And I'm grateful to God for this. I'm grateful for community, for His guidance, for His overflowing heart, that He is near to the broken-hearted & I'm grateful that God cares for and loves us so deeply and that His power can instill a sense of peace in any heart through the most trying of times. My prayers are with you guys throughout the season and throughout the different struggles you're facing today. </div>
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18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted<br />
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19 The righteous person may have many troubles,<br />
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20 he protects all his bones,<br />
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21 Evil will slay the wicked;<br />
the foes of the righteous will be condemned.<br />
22 The Lord will rescue his servants;<br />
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-18964007951890341692014-11-24T00:13:00.000-08:002014-11-24T09:24:43.270-08:00A startThere's a lot I've been thinking about and a lot I've been learning recently. A lot, in a little bit of time, from a lot of people, from the Holy Spirit, from myself, from my superiors, from my peers. There's good, there's ugly, there's straddling that line between realism and optimism, between speaking the truth and making sure it's done in love and in kindness. Between taking criticism and extracting the honesty and intention from the words. Between expressing the hurt you've felt from someone you care about and yet still lifting them up. In realizing my flaws. In repentance. In a quest to love as Jesus loves. In a mutual understanding that I'm not perfect and you're not perfect and at the end of the day the love that binds us together is the most powerful force. A force that has the ability to wash all of that other stuff away.<br />
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Does that mean ignoring the issues? It shouldn't. I feel like if two people feel strongly enough to sandwich a word as meaningful as <b>"<i>love"</i></b> between "I" and "you" and possibly even trail it with a "so much" then it warrants as much as a couple pairs of open hears, softer, slower words, and a heart to heart on what's really happening. Does that mean it will be a two way street? Idealistically, but not always. But it does mean pushing forward. It means working to get there and building upon it once you have. In an earnest attempt to love more whole-<i>ly</i>. Loving past the awkward and putting yourself out there. Notice I didn't say putting away the fear of putting yourself out there. That would be amazing too, but in this case that may be of those things that follows the act.<br />
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Maybe I'm feeling this way because I am freshly 23 years old and more than anything, I want this year to be about intention. About putting a purpose behind what I do and what I say and how I act and the good works I create and the mistakes I make. I want to go <i>there</i> and it's okay if you don't want to go there too. But please know that if you plan on sticking around, I for one will be pushing you to. I want to get there and I want to be held accountable. I want to lift others around me higher, those here, those in my personal life, those on instagram and facebook and the ones who look on and never peep a word. And I want to be along for the experience too. I want to know hearts like I haven't before.<br />
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Sometimes, I just sit quietly in a loud space. Well, nearly quietly. Really I uncognitively begin humming, because when I find myself a quiet soul in a rambunctious environment, it just happens. Maybe it's a soothing mechanism, or maybe I just want to add something to the sound of life happening around me. But sometimes, I sit and just look around a room and I want so badly to just reach out to someone. To hug them or ask them how they're doing. No, how they're <i>really</i> doing. Someone I barely know. Or someone I know really well. And not necessarily because I feel badly for the person, but just because for some reason or another I <i>feel</i> for them. And if I feel drawn to reach out to someone, other than my own personal trepidations, really, what's prohibiting me?<br />
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I read this piece by <a href="http://hannahbrencher.com/">Hannah Brencher</a> and it was filled with so much <i>yes</i>, I had to share it on my blog. I think so many of us want to do more, but we don't know how or where to start. My mind and iPhone notes are filled with little lists of ideas of how to connect with people, and words, and thoughts that I feel and if I'm honest with you, I fear a day when that will be all they ever became. A bunch of ideas and words and thoughts that <i>I felt</i> that were kept comfortably in the notes section of my iPhone and in hidden pockets of my mind.<br />
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I don't want this blog, and more specifically, yet also more generally, I don't want <i>my life</i>, to be just about me. I recently came across the notion that I have been given the gift of connection. And although I'm not too entirely sure what it means, or what it looks like, I know it has to do with a whole lot more than just me and being preoccupied by the little space bubble that is my own mind and my current realm of comfort. So today, although I'm not leaving you with any answers, I'll leave you with this. And also, with a <a href="https://moreloveletters.squarespace.com/thislettersaveslives/">place to start</a>.<br />
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“There is no bucket list,” I told her. “If you told me this thing was going to end there wouldn’t be any places I really wanted to see.”<br />
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It’s not about that for me. There’s something more I’d want to do. I could just picture myself gathering up every person I love and adore into one space-- maybe a cozy coffee shop that does a boss-of-a-job with an au-lait. I’d want them all to be there. And I’d want to get some sacred space to be able to hold their hands one last time and look them straight in the eye and tell them what I think of them and who I can see them becoming. Because that is the most powerful thing you might think to tell someone today: not just who you see them to be but who you know they are capable of becoming. <strong>We all want to become someone different and beautiful-- it might be a little easier if we cheer each other on in the making.</strong><br />
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I’d want to make sure I pushed them one last time. If I had you in my grips I would make sure to tell you to look up. And look around. And invest in what actually matters. And stop doing the things your heart is not living inside of. And just hold tight to the good things-- the true things-- that walk into your life.<br />
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“I just want to be able to be the person who calls other people out and notices them,” I told my friend.<br />
And then, right there, in the booth tucked on the edge of the wilderness of North Georgia, it felt like my heart was breaking in two.<br />
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Because I am alive. And I am well. And I am not on a sinking boat. And I do not need a lifeboat right now. And yet I am missing it. I am missing it when I let another day slip by where I do not live inside of the one thing I say I want to do for others if ever there comes a time when I am running out of time: affirm them. Tell them who they are becoming. Don’t let them get swallowed up by the valleys and the hard things of this present moment and just beg them to keep their eyes on what will come. Enough trust, and hard work, and good deeds will get you places you cannot imagine. Enough of your skin in the game is going to change you and make you into someone’s miracle one day.<br />
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Life will never get un-crazy. We can't worship the idea of one day having enough time to say what we really need to say. That time is now. Right now. It’s just this: look at the people you love, the ones who surround you, every once in a while. Look at them and make sure you tell them how you really, truly feel. Don’t wait for a holiday. Don’t wait for a time when you have them in your grips again. Just pick up the phone. Send a quick text. Write a little note and stick a stamp to the envelope.<br />
Each one of us is fighting a battle we don’t really talk about that often. It’s hard for all of us. Some days it feels harder. Other days, easier. But you always feel lighter, you always feel like you want to fight harder, when someone picks you out from the crowd and tells you you’re capable. Hardworking. Earnest. True.<br />
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She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-20618870342100603562014-11-21T11:19:00.001-08:002014-11-24T09:43:11.376-08:00SOCALITY X VRSLY X SHE, IN THE MAKINGRecently, I had the opportunity to work with two amazing organizations at once: <a href="http://www.socality.org/">Socality</a> & <a href="http://www.vrsly.com/">VRSLY</a>. A fellow church-member, and one of the founders of Socality, <a href="http://technopaulproductions.com/">Paul Tellefesen</a> contacted me and asked if I would be interested in creating some hand-lettered pieces for Socality PDX to be featured on VRSLY. I was so excited to be able to contribute and wanted to commemorate this opportunity on my blog too. It was so cool because not only was I able to work with these awesome organizations, but I was also able to connect & collaborate in a different way with other artists & people all over the world. It was so neat looking at the #madewithvrsly & #socalitypdx hashtags & seeing how people used my writing to share their stories with the world via Instagram. It has truly been such a gift to me to be able to use one of my gifts to help people connect with others & make this big world seem a little bit smaller. Below are some instagram posts I created and some of my favorites from my featured time on VRSLY.<br />
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<br />She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-58201515242203728202014-11-16T19:07:00.003-08:002014-11-16T19:14:02.933-08:00deux & trois - Part II<div style="text-align: left;">
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one two, one two</div>
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step after step, one year after another</div>
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seize it, seize it make sure it's not like any other</div>
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bravery, bravery it's your very core my dear</div>
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persistent adventure; dismiss every fear</div>
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heavenly whispers that calm my heart and mind</div>
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trying, trying, searching to find</div>
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patience, humility, discipline, whatever it takes to be refined</div>
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seeking, seeking He shows up, I'm found</div>
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loosened, untied, He ravels me unbound</div>
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genuine friendships built and tried </div>
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stuffed faces with all things sweet and fried</div>
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warm hugs, heart to hearts, endless dancing, & bellied laughter</div>
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celebrating youth, cool breezes, missed sunrises, </div>
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falling leaves, muddy boots, teepee living, and hearts intertwined</div>
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lasting moments, memories captured and hearts rendered one of a kind<br />
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leaps, leaps, silent steps, head down, heart open, learn to really love, be true</div>
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turn to me, turn to me, I'll never leave, I'm always with you</div>
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be here, love big, stick with Me</div>
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you're found, there's no fear, set sail, rejoice, you're free.<br />
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So to create this little haven, we purchased PVC pipe that stretched the length of the room and was about a foot shorter than the height in order to create a beam-esque structure. We bought painter's tarp and draped it over the beam. Being the handy man he is, my father tied fishwire to the middle of the beam and attached it to a hook from the ceiling for extra support. We then came in, tacked up the sides and adorned the pvc pipe with string lights. We used golden safety pins and hung lace we purchased up as an entrance and then this beautiful gold streamers to the other side of the tarp as a minimal backdrop. I covered my unfinished desk for my upcoming office space in a lightly sparkled table cloth and a rough, golden tulle and also asked my friend Ambra from <a href="http://queryevents.com/">Query Events</a> to create a couple of table pieces and a flower crown for me. We blew up gold balloons to give an added festive touch. I also picked up that lighted K at Marshall's a couple of week's prior for a new office space and spray painted it gold. I figured it would brighten up the space, and that it did. Add a little music, yummy food & drinks, and some amazingly warm hearted people and there you have yourself a great time!</div>
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Since I was a child, I've always celebrated my birthday one way or another. From hotel sleepovers, to tea parties, from wedding inspired large gatherings, to dinners with my closest friends. As I've gotten older and parties have undoubtedly come to look very different, I found myself retreating to the things I enjoyed most growing up. My mind landed upon forts. Whether it be with my parents or my cousin or my best friends, building "forts" were always my favorite. For a great part of my childhood I had various canopies hanging above my bed because I always loved the secluded and whimsical look and feel of being surrounded by a light, ethereal fabric.</div>
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So I decided to retreat back to this thought process. Keeping the idea nearly completely a secret, I invited a few of my closest friends over for dinner at my house. We sat under the stringed lights and drank cider and wine, listening to 1989 - <i>sidenote: can we have a discussion in the comment section about how good this album is please</i>, and being ridiculous as usual. I even got my friends to call me SeySey, a nickname I've always desired that never took root. I loved being able to be surrounded by some of the people who know me best and was so grateful for each person's presence. My parents helped me create this mini haven and it was so neat to see my little dream that had been festering in my head come to life.</div>
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On my actual birthday, I was seriously overwhelmed with so much love, gratitude, and excitement. I was moved to tears throughout the day and was ugly laughing by the end of the night because I was so giddy. My best friend called me at midnight and we ended up talking for an hour, my office gave me cards and cupcakes, my phone flooded with sweet texts, calls, emails, and posts, another sweet friend surprised me at my office with lunch, and a few friends even surprised me with a dinner, gifts, and a chantilly cake adorned with the most beautiful sparklers. I ended the night dancing to the music in our heads with one of my besties & even getting a little birthday shoutout from Zooey Magazine. And of course, resided one last time for the night in my wonderland of a fort. 22 was a really, really good year. I have been SOOOOO incredibly blessed, and believe me, I know how undeserving I am. God has given me opportunities greater than I've even imagined at this stage in my life and love and relationships there's no way I could've ever earned. This year... I learned, I grew, I acquired new friendships that I cherish so dearly, I had heartbreaks and new experiences and faced challenges head-on. As disappointment was felt even more dreams came true and I honestly believe 22 may have been the best year of my life. But there's a little voice in my head, and yes, that voice very well may be MJ himself, that says 23 is going to be even better.</div>
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Thank you guys for sticking along for the ride.</div>
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& Ended the night with a single ladies dance, because... SEY.</div>
She, in the Making.http://www.blogger.com/profile/13678384560664898998noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3896122650677663301.post-55078157983485210942014-10-19T09:49:00.003-07:002014-10-20T21:37:09.369-07:00Nordstrom Featured Blogger: She, In The Making<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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At the end of last month, I was given the opportunity to host my first blogging event at Nordstrom! When I was asked by my wonderful friend Daniel Naranjo, Designer Apparel Manager at Nordstrom NorthPark, there was no way I could turn down such an amazing opportunity with such an outstanding company. And wow, what an incredible experience. As I arrived in Via C, I was greeted by a personalized desk that had been set up for me where I could greet guests, live blog etc. To be honest I wasn't there for but a moment before I was whisked away to change into my first look. I was styled head to toe by my amazing friend Daniel in incredible fall looks from high fashion designers like Alexander McQueen and Christian Louboutin. His eye for fashion is out of this world and he made me look and feel like a million bucks.</div>
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Throughout the event, I was completely overwhelmed by the amount of love and support I felt that evening and by the amazing turn out we had. This was my first time to ever host an event of this nature and it ended up being one of the most successful blogging events ever hosted by Nordstrom at Northpark. </div>
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We had live music being played by our guest DJ, had a mock photobooth setup, and I made a few specialty prints specifically for the event that were featured below. My sweet friend Laura, provided macarons for the event to accompany the beautiful sweets table set up by Via C. It was so such a fun atmosphere and it was beautiful to see everyone coming together, connecting, mingling and creating new relationships. I felt so fortunate to meet new people, see old friends, and share a bit about my experience with blogging, design, and photography. </div>
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By the end of the night I was literally too overwhelmed for words. I was utterly and completely filled with joy and I could not believe the night that had just taken place. The smile on my face refused to turn down and my cheeks hurt from laughter and excitement. Thank you so much for all of the support, for the texts, messages, little notes of support and encouragement, flowers, and most of all to you who were able to attend, for your presence. This event would have been nothing without all of you and your beautiful hearts that are so welcome to new opportunities, to supporting a friend (new or old), and to creating new connections.</div>
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All of my love, Kelsey.</div>
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