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Passport

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So my passport has expired in January, and I haven’t been able to get my picture taken until last weekend.


I am, of course, ten years older.  A lot less hair, and weight.  I see that I need some sun mainly because I think I am really pale, and tired in the more current photo.

Ugh.  Feeling old.

One thing that most important thing to do is to take pictures of the weight loss journey.  I have been doing this, and seeing really positive changes.  This set of pictures isn’t really a positive one for me.  Aged.  Tired.  You see the truth in these.

I don’t like not smiling in pictures either.  I somewhat smile in both I think.  It is hard not to for the camera.

Blessings.

 

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Sunday Thought

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Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. -Proverbs 12:18 (NIV84)

A couple of days ago I spoke about growing pains, change.  Lots of things happen out of our control, but so much is more reaction to things happening to us.  Where I work, leadership has changed (for the better – I think), and with that some shaking of existing positions. Rumors are flying around about positions, offices, and just non-truths about others.

When you hear a falsehood do you stop the person talking and correct them?  Are we to correct them?  I think we should.  I also think we are to build each other up, not tear each other apart.  I want to be that positive person.  I know that I have spoken negatively about coworkers.  I know that I need to correct that.  I need to think about my words, and ensure that they are truths.

Change is hard.  Falsehoods are harder.  Praying for healing words.

Blessings.

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Growing Pains

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Every blade of grass has its angel that bends over it and whispers, “grow, grow.” – The Talmud.

I want things to bloom. I am ready for Spring, really.  Who doesn’t want a fresh start?  For growth?  I want to grow, to change, to be a better person, wife, mother, friend, and employee.  I want to have help from others.  To be encouraged.

But…I don’t like change, or do I?  I like new adventures.  I like to try new recipes, to visit new restaurants, or places.  I like to change when it is my choice.  Not someone else’s timeline or decision.  But I also think we are all like that.  Change is fine if I want it, but not if you are wanting the change and it bothers or affects me.

Bloom.  Grow.  Both involve change.  And we have nothing to do with it.

Blessings.

 

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WOW!

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I have to stop and take a moment to thank all of you that have recently followed my blog.  I am in awe of the amount of likes, and some wonderful comments.  But I am completely blown away by the amount of followers I have now, 27 as of this morning.

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!

Happy Thursday!!

Love,
Jerry Ann

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Tea Forte Kati Tea Cup

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I spoke about the African Honeybush Sangria Tea that I brewed yesterday, but didn’t tell you about the cup itself.  It is a Tea Forte Kati Cup.  It lets you brew 12 ounces of loose tea, has this great strainer, and a lid for steeping.  I have several of them.  The one below is Birdsong, and I have the Poppy Fields Kati Cup at work.  Carmen has the Cherry Blossom at LSU (although it is mine, I have let her borrow it for now).

img_4781img_4784You can add the perfect amount of loose tea.  Pour the hot water over, and let steep.img_4785The strainer fits in the cup perfectly, letting you see the water so you don’t over fill.  It is easy to remove, and clean (all 3 pieces are dishwasher safe).img_4787

Easy to use, clean, and love the patterns (my personal opinion).  I am thinking about purchasing one of their tea kettle’s for 24 ounce brewing.  But that is another day.

Blessings.

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African Honeybush Sangria Tea

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At the last 5k in downtown Fort Walton Beach, we attended the local Farmer’s Market held at the Landing.  I am in love with one of my purchases.  K&G Blended Tea’s are wonderful, and my newest purchase has become a daily brew.

It has honeybush tea, peaches, strawberries, cherries, mango fruits blended together for this natural sweet tea.  It steeps up quickly, and doesn’t have caffeine so it’s okay if I want to drink it in the evening.  I normally have it hot with a bit of raw honey, but it can be served either hot or cold.  I am in love.

 

You can see the dried fruit.  So yummy.

I especially enjoy it during math homework. Ugh.  Doesn’t make the task of homework any easier, just feels like it does.

Blessings.

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Sunday Thought

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“To any woman who needs to hear it today; you are lavishly loved by Christ and, therefore, lavishly lovely.  Breathtaking.  Exquisite.  Chosen.” -Beth Moore

“Listen to the love song that I am continually singing to you.  I take great delight in you…I rejoice over you with singing.  The voices of the world are a cacophony of chaos, pulling you this way and that.  Don’t listen to those voices; challenge them with My Word.  Learn to take mini-breaks from the world, finding a place to be still in My Presence and listen to My voice.” – Sarah Young, Jesus Calling (Zephaniah 3:17)

Both of these state clearly that we are loved.  To stop and listen to Christ’s love song.

Sunday blessings.

 

 

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LSU & Baby Girl

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This week is my Spring Break at the Northwest Florida State College.  I love being able to be off for both school and work.  I do have Math test on Monday when we return, but overall, I have the week off.


Catching up on appointments, the dentist, rheumatologist, and eye doctor all this week.  But…I also get to see Carmen at LSU.  I wasn’t able to move her in last summer (we went on a 50th birthday cruise), and haven’t had the opportunity until now.  I was able to go over on Tuesday, and come home today.

The main event of the trip was to go a LSU Men’s Baseball game on Wednesday evening.  I am all about LSU, Geaux Tigers! except when they play Arkansas.  You know that I LOVE my Razorbacks, win or lose, right?!  We had a great time, cold, but the best part was spending time with Carmen.

They lost in extra innings! 15 Innings to be exact. We got too cold and left after the 14th inning.  We did really try to stay but it was 11pm, and 48 degrees. Ugh. 

Love her.  Loved this time together.

Blessings.

 

 

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Crafting Stool

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I am on a search for a crafting stool for my crafting table.  I found these at Target, but not really sure about them.  Do I need a back?  Will I be leaning back while at the table?  Too many choices.


I think I like the gray padded one the best.  But I like the round top one since I can adjust the height.  Although, it looks like both of the wooden ones can be adjusted.

I have to sleep on it. My craft room is still in limbo. I need a shelf to place the majority of the stamping items.  Need to clear one off in the garage, so it may be a while before that task is complete.

How do you like to craft?  Standing or sitting?

Blessings.

 

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WPS

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Woo Pig Sooiee!  or WPS! Growing up in Northwest Arkansas you have to love the Razorbacks.  All things Razorbacks.

My love for them is apparent in my craft room from things that I have purchased over the years.  My favorite addition, however, is one that I found again from the garage.


My Dad painted this for his bar, and it hung there for many years.  I had it in the garage, just because I really didn’t have a place for it in the house.

But now I do.  It hangs over the window.  A prime spot I believe.  I will see it upon entering the room, and whenever I look out the window.

Blessings, and WPS!!