The stars look more amazing when sitting on the beach listening to the waves crash on the shore.
Sea shells are beautiful even when crushed.
Children’s laughter is contagious.
I want a large patio with a grapevine trellis and a comfy couch.
Coffee is better when someone brings it to you.
It's better to have God-confidence than self-confidence.
Just because they sell bikinis in your size doesn't mean it's ok to wear them.
Our faults are not as large as we deem them to be.
Gloria Estefan and Barry White make for great pool side music.
Many songs are best when loud. Will Smith- Get Jiggy With It and Miley Cyrus – Party in the USA- two of those songs.
Solo vacations are great. Sharing it with someone is better.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Life is Beautiful
Song: It's a Beautiful Life by Ace of Base
Sometimes it takes a brief respite to revive and refresh, to give you a fresh perspective on life-- on what's important. There is so much beauty to experience in this life that we so often overlook. For one- people. We checked into the hotel yesterday and I encountered such a polite young man who carried up my bags to the room. I discovered that he was going to school at UT Austin and after a few wrong choices is now on academic probabtion and attending ACC in the fall. He told me that he is now back on track and would have to change his major because of his low GPA. I encouraged him to not give up and pursue after his dreams. Mario was humored that I got this individuals life story. I saw it as a means to speak words of life to this person. It's easy to think that what you want to do is not achievable because of the obstacles that stand in the way of getting to that goal. Many times its a word of encouragement or a change of thinking or both that gets someone back on track. I am so thankful for those God has placed in my life. I am forever amazed at His grace and love for me. He knows exactly what I need and when. This mini-getaway has already far exceeded my expectations. I am a blessed woman.
Movie: Life is Beautiful
This beautiful Italian film is a comedic love story set in World War II. A Jewish man, Guido, wins the affections of a wealthy Italian girl, Dora, by his charisma and love for life. They marry and have a son before being taken to a concentration camp. While in the camp, Guido creates a game out of the daily routines to keep his now 4-year-old son calm and oblivious to severity of the situation. Guido's passion and creativity keeps his son alive.
Sometimes it takes a brief respite to revive and refresh, to give you a fresh perspective on life-- on what's important. There is so much beauty to experience in this life that we so often overlook. For one- people. We checked into the hotel yesterday and I encountered such a polite young man who carried up my bags to the room. I discovered that he was going to school at UT Austin and after a few wrong choices is now on academic probabtion and attending ACC in the fall. He told me that he is now back on track and would have to change his major because of his low GPA. I encouraged him to not give up and pursue after his dreams. Mario was humored that I got this individuals life story. I saw it as a means to speak words of life to this person. It's easy to think that what you want to do is not achievable because of the obstacles that stand in the way of getting to that goal. Many times its a word of encouragement or a change of thinking or both that gets someone back on track. I am so thankful for those God has placed in my life. I am forever amazed at His grace and love for me. He knows exactly what I need and when. This mini-getaway has already far exceeded my expectations. I am a blessed woman.
This beautiful Italian film is a comedic love story set in World War II. A Jewish man, Guido, wins the affections of a wealthy Italian girl, Dora, by his charisma and love for life. They marry and have a son before being taken to a concentration camp. While in the camp, Guido creates a game out of the daily routines to keep his now 4-year-old son calm and oblivious to severity of the situation. Guido's passion and creativity keeps his son alive.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Holding Out For A Hero
Song: Holding Out For A Hero by Bonnie Tyler
Movie: Day 2 of Footloose
Why this hasn't been my theme song sooner, I'm not sure. It is, afterall, my main ringtone. I am not anticipating a white knight to sweep me off my feet. I don't need a tractor race nor drama. What I'd like is someone to woo me and fight for me. Flowers would be nice. Simple gestures of thoughtfulness are great. What's most attractive, however, is someone who is willing to fight. Someone with drive and passion for life and people. And if he could do a warehouse dance like Kevin Bacon, bonus points will be awarded.
Movie: Day 2 of Footloose
Sunday, July 10, 2011
The Dance
I recently saw Footloose the musical and was reminded again of why this is one of my favorite soundtracks. It makes me want to dance.
I used to be religious. Let me explain. I absolutely, 100% believe that God created man in His image. I believe that Jesus Christ came to earth to save the lost, heal the broken and redeem mankind so that we could have a meaningful relationship with God. Religion, however, takes this and adds so many rules to cloud and cover the real purpose of Christianity. Jesus' death and resurrection was the most beautiful story of redemption and sacrifice. It's all about love. God is love. He sent His son because of love. He left us with 2 commandments: 1)Love God and 2)Love People. Wearing pantyhose does not make me more godly. It only makes me look more foolish and hot when it's 100 degrees outside. Having tattoos or piercings doesn't make you less godly. It just means you opt for a style that many deem "unacceptable". Dating or courting or not dating or not courting does not make me a better individual. God has a plan for every person's life. He gave us free will and intended for us to use our minds. My plan may not look like anyone else's plan. So wouldn't it behoove me to hear from God about what He wants for me? After all, He made the plan. I used to think that in order to be better/holier than others, a certain set of rules/guidelines dictated by my authority were to be followed. I, at one time, was told that my previous Pastors did not approve of dancing at weddings. I was shocked and appauled at the time-- especially when I had such an eventful entrance planned when they announced Mr. & Mrs. at the reception. In a nutshell, it was Moulin Rouge meets Dirty Dancing (and no my future husband is not a gay man).
Movie: Footloose
Who knew that a cheesy 80's storyline could bring about so much dialogue? No one likes to be supressed or told what to do. Am I abdicating rebellion? Absolutely not. I know it's necessary to have guidelines, rules and standards to live a healthy lifestyle. Too much of anything is not good. Kevin Bacon's character, Reyn, wanted to be free from unwarranted rules. There is a time for everything. A time to fight for what's right. A time for dancing. A time to be free.
I used to be religious. Let me explain. I absolutely, 100% believe that God created man in His image. I believe that Jesus Christ came to earth to save the lost, heal the broken and redeem mankind so that we could have a meaningful relationship with God. Religion, however, takes this and adds so many rules to cloud and cover the real purpose of Christianity. Jesus' death and resurrection was the most beautiful story of redemption and sacrifice. It's all about love. God is love. He sent His son because of love. He left us with 2 commandments: 1)Love God and 2)Love People. Wearing pantyhose does not make me more godly. It only makes me look more foolish and hot when it's 100 degrees outside. Having tattoos or piercings doesn't make you less godly. It just means you opt for a style that many deem "unacceptable". Dating or courting or not dating or not courting does not make me a better individual. God has a plan for every person's life. He gave us free will and intended for us to use our minds. My plan may not look like anyone else's plan. So wouldn't it behoove me to hear from God about what He wants for me? After all, He made the plan. I used to think that in order to be better/holier than others, a certain set of rules/guidelines dictated by my authority were to be followed. I, at one time, was told that my previous Pastors did not approve of dancing at weddings. I was shocked and appauled at the time-- especially when I had such an eventful entrance planned when they announced Mr. & Mrs. at the reception. In a nutshell, it was Moulin Rouge meets Dirty Dancing (and no my future husband is not a gay man).
Movie: Footloose
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