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January 5, 2015
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Day 50 Of My Weight Journey!

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Life has a way of pushing us into unsustainable rh Life has a way of pushing us into unsustainable rhythms. Often, our response is to turn on the autopilot and hope things slow down enough for us to catch our breath. It's times like these that require proactive moments of rest. What if you were to plan a few intentional rest stops in your day? ⏰️ 15 minutes to: - read your favorite portion of scripture - enjoy a nice coffee - search for your favorite artist and listen to one of their less-known songs - sit outside under a tree When you slow down, you don’t miss life, you just make some room to notice and appreciate it. Pause right now. What’s one thing you can appreciate in this moment? In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. - Proverbs 16:9 NIV #IntentionalLiving #LifeInTheLittleThings #mylifeover50 #DailyInspiration #InstaLifestyle
Do you enjoy a good before and after? From red fir Do you enjoy a good before and after? From red fireplace and paneling to a warm mid-century living space. Still the same 1960s ranch, but completely reimagined. Would you keep the character or go modern? Most spaces don’t need a complete overhaul—they just need a fresh perspective. If you’d like help reimagining your space by using what you already have and adding just what you need, DM me. I’d love to help you reimagine your space. 🩷 #denmakeover #midcenturyden #ranchhomeremodel #417interiordesign #417interiors
Some keep these tucked away in plastic bins that o Some keep these tucked away in plastic bins that overflow with crayon drawings, little notes, and those “masterpieces” you say you’ll keep forever. But then life gets busy. The bin gets moved, packed, or forgotten in a pile of other junk in the garage. And then one day you realize…your kids aren’t little anymore. Their artwork isn’t showing up on the fridge or the kitchen counter. There are no new drawings coming home in backpacks. So instead of tucking them away, I chose a few of my favorites…the ones that instantly take me back to sticky fingers, bedtime stories, and busy little voices filling the house. I had them matted and framed in a simple and clean way. They hang right over my kitchen sink. They add color and whimsy to my everyday life…small reminders that those years weren’t as ordinary as they felt at the time. Turns out, the most meaningful decor in my home isn’t something I bought…it’s something my kids made. If you’re holding onto a pile like this…don’t wait. Find a way to bring it into your home in a way you can see and feel every day ✨ Save this idea for later—you’ll be so glad you did 🤍 #meaningfulhome #sentimentaldecor #cozykitchenstyle #cozyhomevibes #kitchendecorideas
Have you thanked God today? Yesterday, I bent over Have you thanked God today? Yesterday, I bent over and my sciatic said, "hello!" I felt it all night and woke up to it this morning. But then, I also woke up to a roof over my head, a lovely Sunday morning and a cute outfit to boot!! 🙌😉 Sometimes, you've just got to shift your gaze and perspective and gratefulness is the perfect place to start. What are you thankful for today? Let me know in the comments. * * * #choosegratitude #thankfulheart❤️ #sundaystyle #sundayselfie #churchclothes
I recently got to spend one day with all my kids t I recently got to spend one day with all my kids together in one place. My son and his wife were back in the US for a wedding, so the rest of us met them halfway to spend the day together. We did all the things; games, cookout and s'more, of course! As a mom of grown-up kids, there are few things better than sitting back, listenng to them talk and laughing at every other word. They just bring me joy. Hey Mamas, let me know if you agree by dropping a ❤️ in the comments. John 1: 12-13 reminds us that "all who received him, to those who believe in his name, he gave the right to become children of God — children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God." Remember, you are a child of God. He delights in you and He loves to hear the sound of your voice! * * * #childofgod❤️ #momofadults #momofadultkids #godislistening #mylifeover50
I loved every stage of motherhood and being the mo I loved every stage of motherhood and being the mom of adult kids is no exception. 🩷 * * * #mylifeover50 #adultkids #shelookslikeme
Stop. Breathe in, breathe out and look away... "M Stop. Breathe in, breathe out and look away... "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope." Romans 15:13 It can hit us in an instant, we're overwhelmed. Our heart rate increases and our mind feels frozen and unsure of what to do next. It may seem counterproductive to stop when our to-do list seems endless. But this is the exact time we need to take our eyes off of the problem and look to God. Our God speaks joy, peace and hope. 🤍 #godofhope #godbringspeace #needhope #myover50life
What's your favorite way to spend a Spring day? I What's your favorite way to spend a Spring day? I love to be outside, and if I can enjoy an event where other people are also outside selling stuff...well, then that's 💯 times better! 🏵🌼🌸 @cassidystation #springdayfun #springfieldmo #springinmissouri #417local
Does the thought of international travel intimidat Does the thought of international travel intimidate you? There's a big wide world to see, but it does help to be prepared. International travel is never for the faint of heart, but this trip definitely took longer than we expected! Here's a few tips to make long international trips more doable: 1. Wear loungewear in a dark color. No matter how comfortable you think a pair of jeans is, you're not used to wearing that same pair for hours on end. Dark colors also help protect against stains and spills when you're eating in close quarters. 2. Make sure to pack chargers in your small personal item, not your carry-on. It's much easier to reach a purse under the seat than to pull down a carry-on from the overhead space. 3. Always have extra snacks on hand. Yes, they do feed you on the long international legs, but your stomach is geared to your home timezone. 4. Store your passport in the same, accessible pocket and place it back there every time, no matter what! There's nothing quite like the stress of searching for a passport when your brain is tired from traveling. #internationaltraveltips #internationaltravel #traveltipsandtricks #worldtravelers
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