fall fashion 2011: day 1

This picture is of me picking apples.

Aren't these flowers gorgeous?!

As seen on (and stolen from) Katie's blog...you can see my whole outfit here though!

 

 

 

 

So, if you stopped by Katie's blog before this one, you'll see similar shots...but you see I wore a tank top and jeans all day today, so nothing fall-ish to show.

Dress and belt- Target

Boots- roommate's closet :)

Vest/sweater- Forever 21

Happy Fall Fashion week! For lots of other great fashion today, go here. 

ten days. two songs.

Really, I have to choose TWO? This should have been at the top...ten songs. I could do ten songs. Haha....okay, so here it goes?

2. Something Beautiful by NEEDTOBREATHE. Arguably my favorite song of theirs...until this new album. I chose this one because I got to be in the music video they made for it...twice! I have loved this song for two years now, and this version below added accordion...which made it even better than I ever thought it could be. I love its message, melodies...love it all. 1. To Whom It May Concern by the Civil Wars. I chose this song not only because this duo is one of my top faves, but also because this song of theirs really sums up how I feel right now about being single, and my desire to meet the “one”. Enough said. (That and I mentioned them earlier when I revealed my secrets about singing.)

ten days. three films.

You know you are asking the girl who has no real favorites to choose favorites, right?  Sheesh, this is getting harder...

3. Cinderella Man.  I don’t own this movie yet, but I think about buying it quite often.  It tells such a beautiful story about the importance of family and love, and a man’s willingness to do what it takes to fight for that.  It’s humble, and leaves you cheering him on and weeping with his heartache.  Such a great film.

2. Despicable Me.  I’ve told you there is a small child living inside of me, right?  I love Disney Pixar films.  I think this one is my favorite...so far.  It makes me giggle, a lot.  I want a minion.  Just saying.

1. While You Were Sleeping.  This has been a consistent favorite for about 15 years now.  It never fails to make me laugh, and hope in real love.  I relate to the awkwardness of the main character and her desire to find love.  The supporting cast is a delight and it’s a movie you find me quoting on a regular basis.

(Honorable mentions...The Blind Side, The Help, Soul Surfer, To Save a Life, Lord of the Rings, Braveheart, Remember the Titans, Radio, Facing the Giants, Ever After, Penelope)

ten days. four books.

4. I know this is the generic answer that a lot of people give...but the BIBLE.  Seriously, it is the one book I can read over and over and get new and fresh insight into my life.  It is a comfort to me, a place of wisdom and advice, and an encouragement.  It keeps me grounded and connected to my Savior.  Even when I am not good at reading it all the time, I always want to.

3. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy. Yeah, I am a nerd like that.  I love this story! It is epic and points to the heart of Jesus even though it doesn’t outright say it.

2. Redeeming Love.  This book makes me cry in a good way and evaluate my heart.  I never walked even a minute in the main character’s shoes, but I know her heart.  It’s the kind of book that anyone can relate to.

1. The Ragamuffin Gospel.  I love the grace and the heart of the Father that this book unveils.  I am also reading a book called Destined to Reign that has some similar points.  I am only a few chapters into that one, so I couldn’t add it quite yet.

(This one is hard, because I love books...there are so many good ones! The Help, The Mark of the Lion Series, Pride and Prejudice....I could go on and on!)

ten days. five foods.

5. Macaroni and cheese.  I’m not talking your Kraft mac n cheese...although on some days, that stuff is pretty good.  I am talking melt-in-your-mouth cheesy goodness...either found at Panera, Nucci’s or any great restaurant in the South.  All three of these types differ greatly, but all do a dance on my taste buds that takes me to a happy place.

4. Tri-tip sandwiches. The South has BBQ, we have the tri-tip.  And we do it well.  There are days where I literally crave these sandwiches.  Fave places to get them: Firestone and F. McLintock’s.

3. Chocolate. While this qualifies as dessert food, it is well worth mentioning! Give it to me in cake form, ice cream form, liquid form, solid form, brownie form (yes, that’s its own category), dark or light...chocolate is the best!

2. Shrimp n’ grits. Another southern favorite food.  I have had it two different ways, but as a friend once told me, you really can’t go wrong with shrimp n’ grits in the South.

1. Anything homemade. Casseroles, crock pot meals, homemade mashed potatoes...I know this is cheating, sort of.  But nothing beats a home cooked meal!  My dad’s chicken noodle soup and enchiladas also fit in this category.  (the truth is that I love food.)

Are you hungry yet? ;)

ten days. six places.

6. Hawaii. It reminds me of my mom, because the one time I’ve traveled there was with her.  I love the warm water, the beautiful weather, the lush surroundings, the laid back life.  

 
5. Seattle, WA. That place is where hipsters are made.  Unique coffee shops, incredible food, delightful panoramic views...Seattle is just plain cool.

4. Most places in Colorado.  I have fond memories of trips to Colorado.  There are lots of trees, which make me happy, and one of my best friends lives there.

3. San Luis Obispo, CA. The place I call home.  And the place I could call home for the rest of my life if God allows.  I love small towns and this place epitomizes that. I see people I know everywhere I go.  It’s quaint and lovely, and I am SO blessed to live here.

 
2. Charleston, SC. If there was a second choice of where to live, it’d be here. The food, the people, the history, the charm...it has it all, and I love this place dearly.

 
1. Heaven. One day, I’ll dance with Jesus and be filled with laughter and worship all day long.  I know the moments when I realize I don’t quite feel at home here on earth are when I am longing for this place. The best place.

wisdom

The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish tears it down with her own hands. Proverbs 14:1

I love reading through Proverbs.  No matter what I am reading through on my plan, God often prompts me to read the "Proverb of the day" as an addition to it.  And a few days ago, this verse jumped off the page.  When I read it, God was speaking to me about not tearing myself down.  He instead wanted me to build.

Maybe your house right now is a life with roommates and a job, or maybe you have a husband and family.  It doesn't matter where you are, you are called to build.  If you read in Proverbs 31, it talks about being a wife and a mom, that she isn't idle with her hands, that she is encouraging and fruitful with all she does.  I know lots of women who read that chapter and feel intimidated by that, feeling as though they cannot live up to that calling.  Instead of tearing down the possibility before you even try, build.  Take one step at a time.  The Proverbs 31 woman didn't simply get up one day and become the example she was in a moment.  She built, constantly and consistently.  She saw what was in front of her and did it.  

So remember this verse when you start picking yourself apart and choose to do or say something positive instead.  Build your house.  Eventually, you will be able to look back and see what all of that building has accomplished.