After venturing back into the world of Higher Education, I have settled down quite a bit and am back to my old schemes (evil laugh)! The Apron Blog being one of them, not a scheme, but missed all the same.
I'm so excited to get back into blogging and I am looking forward to spreading more housewife-isms throughout the world. I have a few things going on in my life since we've last communed that I would love to keep you all posted on...
I'm back in College!!! 4.0 GPA last semester that I determined to maintain....
Continuing my Craft Hustle with the greeting cards and other craft projects and events (will post pics soon!)...
Enjoying life and not being too deep about things...life is short and our lists of things to accomplish are often too long.
Post to you soon!
1/3/11
2/23/10
I'm tired, ya'll!
There are a few things that I am honestly tired of. Low self-esteem among teens girls, little boys knowing every word to Gucci Mane's CD but reading below their grade level, and people who operate in a poverty mindset.
The latter is probably the one that wears me out the most. Not because I feel that I am better than those who operate in lack, but because they often try to persuade me and you to do the same. What's even more discouraging about them is that they often succeed in getting people to walk their journey of "not enough" with them.
Not this one! I refuse to be swept into deception. It's not okay for me to settle for right now and do what I got to do. I will not spend my life working to make my boss and his boss filthy rich. My time, talents, and ideas are valuable and I WILL make them work for me. Even if means losing the support of those who crave "stability" and things that "make sense".
My God is the God of the supernatural, the unexplained, and the uncommon. I will not fear the things of the world, I will only fear Him.
I love my mother dearly, but she said something to me today that made me really sad. For her and for the mentality of the kingdom of God. Her words of wisdom to me were that if I didn't get a job I wouldn't be able to accrue of have the option of social security....
If you're thinking "that makes a lot of sense, you have to be smart these days, we're in a recession".....I'm tired of you too! STOP! YOU HAVE BEEN DECIEVED BY THE WAYS OF THE WORLD AND HAVE BELIEVED IN THE FALSE SECURITY SET UP BY THOSE WHO DESIRE TO KEEP YOU IN BONDAGE!!!!
Romans 12:2 "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will."
God Bless!
The latter is probably the one that wears me out the most. Not because I feel that I am better than those who operate in lack, but because they often try to persuade me and you to do the same. What's even more discouraging about them is that they often succeed in getting people to walk their journey of "not enough" with them.
Not this one! I refuse to be swept into deception. It's not okay for me to settle for right now and do what I got to do. I will not spend my life working to make my boss and his boss filthy rich. My time, talents, and ideas are valuable and I WILL make them work for me. Even if means losing the support of those who crave "stability" and things that "make sense".
My God is the God of the supernatural, the unexplained, and the uncommon. I will not fear the things of the world, I will only fear Him.
I love my mother dearly, but she said something to me today that made me really sad. For her and for the mentality of the kingdom of God. Her words of wisdom to me were that if I didn't get a job I wouldn't be able to accrue of have the option of social security....
If you're thinking "that makes a lot of sense, you have to be smart these days, we're in a recession".....I'm tired of you too! STOP! YOU HAVE BEEN DECIEVED BY THE WAYS OF THE WORLD AND HAVE BELIEVED IN THE FALSE SECURITY SET UP BY THOSE WHO DESIRE TO KEEP YOU IN BONDAGE!!!!
Romans 12:2 "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will."
God Bless!
2/17/10
#32 Watch My Daughter Embrace Her Purpose as a Woman as She Plays with Her Toys and Pretends to be Mommy, not Beyonce
My desire to be a housewife comes from my desire to....
Watch my daughter embrace her purpose as a woman as she plays with her toys and pretends to be Mommy, not Beyonce.
Yesterday, I took the time to browse through a few of the blogs that I recently subscribed to for updates. I came across a very popular blog My Brown Baby and couldn't help but to read through the entire post about padded bras for preteen girls.
What? I was appalled to say the least. Are we that warped in our societal minds that we have subconciously began to sexualize our young girls. Why would we want to cause attention to the underdeveloped breasts of a 10 year old child?
As I asked myself these questions, I wondered what really could be done. In the blogworld especially, we often vent about our frustrations with the outside world and take no action. The next generation hasn't even reached puberty and they are already being exposed to the schemes of the enemy. Who is the enemy, you ask? It's anyone who claims indifference and turns a blind eye to padded bras.
I refuse to be one of those people. I am now in prayer as to what the Lord would have me to do. I am asking that each of you do the same...Whether you have a 3 month old daughter or a niece that's 22. We need to take a stand. Like the saying goes, "If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything". What are you falling for?
I thank God that when my daughter is here, her role model will be me. I will not allow her to be desensitized to the perversity of the media and pop culture. What she watches, wears, hears, and eats will be monitored by myself and her father. No excuses. If my selfish desires and career advancement prevents me from covering her, I will have to answer to God when I am judged.
Take some time to cover your children in prayer today, unborn and born. I declare that they will desire to be like you (godly, virtuous and full of integrity) and not like the icons of the world.
Watch my daughter embrace her purpose as a woman as she plays with her toys and pretends to be Mommy, not Beyonce.
Yesterday, I took the time to browse through a few of the blogs that I recently subscribed to for updates. I came across a very popular blog My Brown Baby and couldn't help but to read through the entire post about padded bras for preteen girls.
What? I was appalled to say the least. Are we that warped in our societal minds that we have subconciously began to sexualize our young girls. Why would we want to cause attention to the underdeveloped breasts of a 10 year old child?
As I asked myself these questions, I wondered what really could be done. In the blogworld especially, we often vent about our frustrations with the outside world and take no action. The next generation hasn't even reached puberty and they are already being exposed to the schemes of the enemy. Who is the enemy, you ask? It's anyone who claims indifference and turns a blind eye to padded bras.
I refuse to be one of those people. I am now in prayer as to what the Lord would have me to do. I am asking that each of you do the same...Whether you have a 3 month old daughter or a niece that's 22. We need to take a stand. Like the saying goes, "If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything". What are you falling for?
I thank God that when my daughter is here, her role model will be me. I will not allow her to be desensitized to the perversity of the media and pop culture. What she watches, wears, hears, and eats will be monitored by myself and her father. No excuses. If my selfish desires and career advancement prevents me from covering her, I will have to answer to God when I am judged.
Take some time to cover your children in prayer today, unborn and born. I declare that they will desire to be like you (godly, virtuous and full of integrity) and not like the icons of the world.
2/13/10
So What? I'm Unmarried.
Correct. I'm not married, but I have already taken the steps toward marriage.
How? You ask. By preparing for the wedding without a ring or beau (as of today).
Don't SMH me...I am willing to put myself out there for the millions of ladies who are afraid to admit that they do it to. I look at it as showing God that I believe that he will bring it to past. Shoot, it's one of the top desires of my heart! When Adam comes, not only will I be prepared, but I will also prevent myself from from recieving the title of bridezilla in place of bride.
Want some wedding inspiration of your own? Check out The Knot Website!
2/11/10
#74 Enjoy The Sun
My desire to be a housewife comes from my desire to....
ENJOY THE SUN. I will admit that I am one of those women who walks outside with sunglasses in hand and immediately covers my eyes from the harsh brightness of the sun. Especially during the winter months when I was working full time. There were days when the sun and I had little interaction with one another. From this growing seperation, when I do see the sun, he and I refuse to spend quality time with one another (mostly on my part). Who? Me? Stand outside and be tortured by his violent rays? Absolutely not! I undeniably need him though. He gives me nutrients like Vitamin D and warms my skin. However, for me it's like laying in the bed in complete darkness and having someone come in and turn on the lights. Unwelcoming. A nuisance. Debilitating.
I miss the days of my youth when even though I was warned on several occassions not to, tried my best to stare at the sun. Nowadays, I can barely stare at the reflection of the sun in a puddle of water. It's sad, but true. I am convinced that if I am a stay-at-home mom and entreprenuer that my relationship with the sun will be strengthened and unbreakable. Oh, to the day when I will be daring enough to rebelliously stare at the sun again and leave my over-priced sunglasses in the house!
ENJOY THE SUN. I will admit that I am one of those women who walks outside with sunglasses in hand and immediately covers my eyes from the harsh brightness of the sun. Especially during the winter months when I was working full time. There were days when the sun and I had little interaction with one another. From this growing seperation, when I do see the sun, he and I refuse to spend quality time with one another (mostly on my part). Who? Me? Stand outside and be tortured by his violent rays? Absolutely not! I undeniably need him though. He gives me nutrients like Vitamin D and warms my skin. However, for me it's like laying in the bed in complete darkness and having someone come in and turn on the lights. Unwelcoming. A nuisance. Debilitating.
I miss the days of my youth when even though I was warned on several occassions not to, tried my best to stare at the sun. Nowadays, I can barely stare at the reflection of the sun in a puddle of water. It's sad, but true. I am convinced that if I am a stay-at-home mom and entreprenuer that my relationship with the sun will be strengthened and unbreakable. Oh, to the day when I will be daring enough to rebelliously stare at the sun again and leave my over-priced sunglasses in the house!
2/10/10
"Housewife-isms"
My desire to be a urban housewife/entreprenuer stems from a long list of what I like to call HOUSEWIFE-ISMS....108 of them to be exact. From time to time, I would like to share with you some of my reasons and elaborate on them. You may be able to relate.
Included with my 108 personal desires for leading the life of a homemaker will be...RECIPES, ADVICE, PERSONAL EXPERIENCES, PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS, CRAFT PROJECTS, SCRIPTURES, AND RELEVANT EVENT DATES.
I look forward to sharing with you the desires of my heart!
Included with my 108 personal desires for leading the life of a homemaker will be...RECIPES, ADVICE, PERSONAL EXPERIENCES, PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS, CRAFT PROJECTS, SCRIPTURES, AND RELEVANT EVENT DATES.
I look forward to sharing with you the desires of my heart!
2/9/10
How to Paint your Nails and Live your Life
People often compliment me on my nails. I rarely leave them bare and they are usually painted an awesomely bright and funky hue. I absolutely believe that you can tell the level of confidence a woman has by the way she takes care of her nails. My theory can definitely be objected, but I find this to be true. Whether a woman religiously visits a nail salon, paints her nails herself, or cringes at the thought of drawing any unnecessary attention to her appendeges, many (especially men) take notice in a lady's nailcare. What's my M.O. on nailcare? Like my life, I love balance, order, and tradition. I paint my own nails with every color of the rainbow (occassionally treating myself to a manicure) and I admittedly have a somewhat unhealthy obsession with comparing nailcare to life.
It amazes me how God teaches us lessons through everyday activities that if we're not careful we will overlook. Ladies, take the time today to see what the Lord is trying to show you, he is everything and is in everything!
HOW TO PAINT YOUR NAILS AND LIVE YOUR LIFE:
1) One Coat at a Time
It amazes me how God teaches us lessons through everyday activities that if we're not careful we will overlook. Ladies, take the time today to see what the Lord is trying to show you, he is everything and is in everything!
HOW TO PAINT YOUR NAILS AND LIVE YOUR LIFE:
1) One Coat at a Time
- As the saying goes, take life one day at a time. The same thing applies to polishing your nails. I'm frequently asked "how do you get them to look like that, my polish always bubbles up or gets chunky (see #3)?" My answer to that is polish one coat at a time and allow the prior coat to dry before adding the next coat. In life and obviously in painting our nails, we rush through the process. We desire the end result and never take the time to enjoy the process. Which consequently, gives us a bumpy, unattractive life (nail).
- Simply: DON'T BE AFRAID TO START OVER. As seen in Tip #1, we're constantly rushing. So stuck on the end result and finishing that we fear failing and having to start over. With nailcare, it's not so much the end result that's important than it is the quality and appearance of the end result. I am not afraid to start over if I mess up on a nail. When I start the task of painting my nails, my desired result is perfection. Honestly, I have become such a pro at painting my own nails, that I have learned shortcuts instead of starting over. This knowledge came with me facing my fear of having to "START ALL OVER". Like life, when we face the fear we soon realize that that seemingly large mountain is actually an anthill.
- As nail polish gets older it begins to dry up (this is painfully true for human life, unfortunately). Or if you expose the polish to too much air, it will inevitably become chunky. Nothing causes me more anguish than to see young ladies forcing chunky nail polish onto their beautiful hands. A quick tip that obviously these young ladies are unaware of is adding a little polish remover to their nail polish and give it a shake. Presto! Just like new. The same goes with our lives, when life gets chunky (busy, messy, rocky, crazy), thin it out (prioritize, reorganize, declutter)!
- Wear your heart on your....nails! If you're normally a bubbly individual, wear a polish that compliments your personality. If you were asked what color you would say you are....what would you say? Me, I am Flamingo Pink. If you look through my nail polish collection you would see about 12 different variations of pink. (No, they are not the same color). When I feel super rockstar, I wear Black Cherry or Electric Blue. Whether Spring or Winter, don't be afraid to brighten up someone else's day with your polish choice.
- Do you really need an explanation for this tip? Alright! Become a DIY chick. It saves you money and at the same time, makes you an expert in another area of life. It's cool to take your daughter out to the salon on special occassions, but just think how much it would mean to the both of you if every saturday you two had a spa night? Doing-It-Yourself gives women an edge and definitely makes you an asset and not a liability. DISCLAIMER: NOTHING IS WRONG WITH GOING TO A SALON, IF YOU CAN'T BARE TO RID YOURSELF OF YOUR WEEKLY SPA TREATMENTS, LEARN TO SEW.
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