10 on Tuesday-Pinterest

1. On Saturday I hosted a Scentsy party and made these yummy treats,

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They were a hit...gone by Sunday and made a new batch last night. There are a few left...

2. I also made this punch,

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. I wasn't sure about the pineapple and lemonade combo; but it definitely hit the spot and will be seen in future parties I host!

3. My hair has been SO dry as of late and in desperate need of moisture therapy. I decided it was the perfect opportunity to try this

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. My hair was left super soft and this routine is going to be a regular routine!

4. My complexion has seen much improvement as of late; but my pores seem humongo-yes that is word! I found this pin,

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and I am loving it. I can actually feel it working! I used real lemons and so I keep it in the fridge and in the heat we have been experiencing lately it feels quite refreshing!

5. I am 31 now and they say as you age its even more important to be moisturizing. So...I'm using this

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and my skin is feeling super soft!

6. I love having my nails painted; but I am horrible at maintaining my paint job. I am experimenting with this

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and really hoping it works. Once I see the results after a few days I will move it over to my, I Pinned It and Did It board!

7. This is a recipe that I use A LOT! So thought I would share again!

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8. Puzzles are SO expensive. And this is why I will be putting this pin to use this week!

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9. Um, I don't know if my eyes looked this good; but I tried doing this and loved the look!

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10. I love Pinterest and find myself pinning a lot of things I never do. So, I am purposing to not pin anymore until I put a notch in my current pins! Happy experimenting to me!

Book 2 of 12

Bucket List 2013-Read 12 books I have never read before.

31 Days of Forgiveness: through the eyes of grace. Written by, Tracie Stier-Johnson

This book is meant as a daily devotion and it has tons of scripture. But, since it doesn't use the King James Bible I didn't use it as a devotional, I just read it as if it were a regular book.

It did have some good truths; but I'm iffy on giving a good recommendation. However, here are a few quotes that I really liked.

Those who have served God for a long time have been kept from gross sins have a great deal to be humbly thankful for, but nothing to proudly boast about.

Matthew Henry

If sin continually remains in our lives and we don't repent and turn from that sin, God may require His divine discipline. If He didn't, He wouldn't be a loving and concerned Father.

Forgiveness does not mean excusing.

Just because we've decided to forgive someone doesn't mean we allow the behavior to continue. In fact, it's very important we do all we can to help the person stop his/her destructive behavior.

Are you sorry you got caught? Or are you sorry for what you've done?

Ultimately, forgiveness is a choice. A choice to live bound. Or a choice to live free.

Things I Don't Want to Forget-2 1/2 Years

*Klayton has a "pet rock"! While I was gone at the ladies retreat a couple weeks ago, he found a rock, tucked it in his pocket and brought it to play with!

*When Klayton knows he is about to get into trouble he can sometimes be found 'hiding' behind his hands!
*A couple weeks ago we had a church dinner, shortly after dinner was over he, on his own accord, started taking plates and throwing them away for people! What a helper I have!

*I am beginning to discover more and more of how aware Klayton is of me and my feelings. He is so tender hearted...if I am crying it really bothers him and he has an urgency to be with me. He will also randomly come and give me hugs and kisses. Definitely moments I will always cherish.
*At church Klayton loves to shake hands and do fist pumps!
*Whenever we do face time with my mom, Klayton always gives her a kiss goodbye-you would never know that a screen separates them.
*Recently Klayton has developed a desire to walk around the house shirtless. As soon as we get in he is quick to start trying to take his shirt off! And sometimes he can be found sleeping in just his diaper-yes he starts off in bed fully clothed!

I love my little guy and I am so thankful that I get the privilege of being called his mama!

10 on Tuesday

1. Since yesterday morning I have been in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri with our final destination being Kansas this evening.
2. Joseph has not been feeling 100% but seems to be doing a little better today.
3. My sister Kayla is in need of prayers. She has been in the hospital since Sunday and doctors are still searching for answers to why her body is swollen and covered in lumps and red dots.
4. My brother Caleb had surgery this morning. Praying for a quick recovery for him.
5. Wow, health issues have found its way to our family.
6. Also, just pray for God to lead, guide and direct in some decisions that will be made concerning our family.
7. This past month I've cut my caffeine intake considerably. It's been easier than I thought, I really didn't suffer any headaches. And I've only had a few caffeinated beverages here and there.
8. Do you realize we all have a past? It seems easy to remember and it seems many people like to remind us of our pasts. I'm thankful for a God who forgives and doesn't hold my past over my head as a constant reminder.
9. Someone asked us if we garden...we don't. But it's something I would actually like to try my hand at someday. What is your favorite thing to plant?
10. I know this hasn't been the most exciting post; but never fear I have a Klayton post ready for tomorrow or Thursday! Happy Tuesday!

Klayton's First Bike

Klayton has had a fascination with bikes for a while now. It seems every time we go down a bike aisle at a store, or if we are taking a walk and happen upon a bike you can count on Klayton trying to get on one! Well, much to Klayton's happiness while we were in Michigan his Grammy bought him a Cars bike! I should mention that he also loves Cars as well!

Klayton has his combat hat and is ready to "help" Daddy assemble the bike!

Putting bikes together require the work of a Daddy, a Grampy and a little boy!

Grandpa, are you sure you are doing that right?

Looks like it is almost complete!

But, just to be sure let Klayton check it over...

It is a success and this little guy is ready to roll!

And this mommy is thankful that Klayton also has a fascination with wearing bike helmets!

Chicken Enchilada Ring

Last night I “created” a new recipe! I call it, Chicken Enchilada Ring:

Ingredients:
*3 chicken breasts
*1 cup Mexican shredded cheese
*1/2 cup salsa-I used mild
*2 packages of crescent rolls

Directions:
*Boil the chicken
*Once chicken is done and cool, shred
*Combine chicken, cheese and salsa in a mixing bowl
*Unroll crescent rolls. Arrange triangles in a circle on round baking dish, wide ends overlapping in center and points towards the outside.
*Scoop mixture evenly onto widest ends of dough at center of ring. Bring points in and over and tuck!
*Bake at 375 for 20 minutes.

Book 1 of 12

Bucket List 2013-Read 12 books I've never read before.

Honestly, I've read 3 other books besides this one this week. But, wanted my 12 books for my bucket list to be meaningful! I must admit, this was a good choice! I had downloaded this book for free on my Kindle Fire a few weeks back; but its a book that I would be willing to buy if I had to!

A Faithfull Marriage by Paul Chappell

A few favorite excerpts:

"When He is absent from our hearts, the best we can hope for is the ability to simply 'get by'. "

"It all begins with HIM".

"Too many marriages today suffer from 'conditionitis'-we conduct our relationships as though it is a contract negotiation rather than a loving commitment. We place conditions upon our love. We expect our spouse to change, to perform or to behave a certain way, and when our expectations are not met, our love is not freely given. These conditions keep us from fully accepting each other as Hod commands".

"The foundation of gratitude is the expectation of nothing".

"Throughout our lives, it is natural (not spiritual) for all of us to think of ourselves first".

"It's sad that we would so allow the dreams of our hearts to die on the altar of selfishness".

"The secret of harmony in the home is the fullness of the Spirit".

"Your marriage relationship needs consistent attention".

"Weak marriages are made up of score keepers. Strong marriages are made up of grace givers."

Honestly, I highlighted a ton of good points. I liked this book because it was short, yet to the point full of strength and practical! Also, I don't like it when authors spend a lot of time quoting others and Paul Chappell quoted the Bible more than anyone else-it was evident his basis was from the Bible!

No Adequate Words

I couldn't sleep tonight. So, I laid in bed for awhile trying to convince my husband to give me a back rub. Then when he started snoring I put the kitchen dishes away and completed a few tasks for our trip in the morning. I soon found myself sitting on the floor next to my little guys bed...tears filled my eyes as my heart became overwhelmed with the gift that God has given me. I long for him to be a sibling someday; but I suddenly realized-again-that maybe in all my hope and dreaming I'm neglecting to remember that God has given me answered prayer in Klayton. Maybe when those hopes and dreams fill my mind I should fill my hands with extra hugs for my little guy...extra kisses for his sweet cheeks...more I love you's to be said. So often I wish for things and forget that this is the only time I get with my little guy...soon he will be 3, then 20...getting married and the fruit of my labour will be seen by a girl who will have stolen his heart. If I could apologize for moments that I've had with Klayton yet I've spent them longing for another child to be added to our little family, or even those moments where he wants my attention yet I'm busy on my phone... Tonight he doesn't need me to lay beside him; but I need him beside me and I need God to know that this little boy was worth the wait and he's a gift that I'm forever grateful and thankful that God gave to me. I need my little guy to know that I love him more than I thought it possible...and really there are no words to rightfully say to him to let him know how much he means to me!

Wordless Wednesday

10 on Tuesday

1. I want to say, Happy Birthday to my friend BobbiJo! She turns 30 today!
2. I have kept busy unpacking and unpacking some more. Still realizing we have so much stuff.
3. Thursday we take off to Michigan. So, in the middle of unpacking I will be packing up as well!
4. Klayton is doing well. Our only road block still to conquer is his new room. He doesn't like to go to bed alone and wakes up in the night.
5. I really am tired, yet here I am in the night blogging.
6. Our van had to go see the mechanic. Because of this we have a "loaner"-a brand new truck! Needless to say, we took it out for a spin last night.
7. I'm learning, "you don't have to have it all figured out to move forward".
8. I've neglected my Scentsy biz as of late. Anyone in need of any Scentsy? Comment for information and for a good deal!
9. Another lesson I'm learning, do not let the opinions of others consume you. Usually, when a person has an opinion about you they have already made up their mind and there's no changing it.
10. Have a Happy Tuesday and don't live in the past it can't be changed now.