Rain

Today was a scorcher, followed by a nice summer rain. Okay more like tropical rainforest thunderstorm. The power still has not come back on. It’s like living back in the olden days or something. It has been a relaxing day at home, no dish washer going, no washing machine, no television blaring, but most importantly there is no internet! Peaceful. But then I realize I have two papers and a test to turn in by midnight… which is why I am here… here as in Starbucks! Starbucks is a magical place I tell you.  Watching so many fellow coffee lovers (like myself) travel in and out. And then there are the people on their laptops. I wonder if they are doing homework too, or blogging or maybe facebook stalking? Coffee shops fascinate me. Coffee is simply the most delicious treat man has ever created, and then you mix laptops and music in the mix! Ahh! It’s the simple things in life that make me happy.

Simple things I Love:

Finding a new OPI nail color that makes me happy every time I look down at my nails (currently Barefoot in Barcelona)

The ease of your mascara gliding on your eyelashes right after a shower

Finding a great book to read for the summer (and finishing it)

Discovering US Weekly in my mailbox

Getting a random written letter in the mail from a good friend

Going for a morning run

Pouring the first cup of coffee from the coffee pot in the early morning

Laughing so hard that I snort (yes I snort)

Gold!  Gold watch, Gold purse, Gold rings, Gold bracelets, Gold swimsuits!

Reading Cupcakes and Cashmere every morning for inspiration

Vampires (anything and everything)

Finding a Bible verse that fits so perfectly for whatever I am going thru

Kate Spade

Figuring out (on your own, not from IMDB) where that guy from that TV show is from and what else you know him from

Rainbows after a rain (you best believe I’ll be looking for them today)

Hiding

Sorry it’s been so long since I last blogged. Life has been crazy with work, finishing up a 18 hour semester, and everything thing else. But alas it is summer and I coouldn’t be happier despite taking summer classes, I know it will be a fun summer filled with many mini shopping trips and adventures to the lake.

Well here is what has been on my mind lately… So is it just me or is it that guys now-a-days hide behind technology?! I mean how many of us (girls) get a text message or a Facebook inbox, asking us to dinner or a movie? Technology has made it too easy for guys! I miss the good ole days of waiting by the phone (home phone) for a guy to call. Now it’s text message this Facebook that..ughh.. I mean a phone call is not that hard to do BUT I feel as if guys are getting too petrified of rejection if it is done thru a call or in person. Another thing that drives me crazy is when a guy can tell you how gorgeous you are and how pretty you are in a text but when you actually see him in person..nothing… why? Why is it so difficult to say what you’re thinking or feeling? Guys don’t be afraid to say what’s on your mind (in person). I know it’s easier thru a text or Facebook inbox but seriously, communication is key for a friendship or relationship. So if you’re already having a hard time relaying your feelings in person now..Your future doesn’t look too bright. It shows the girls that you care and are taking a few extra steps for her.  I know it’s hard to see someone face to face to ask them on a date, but what about sending flowers with a sweet message on it? Or send a carrier pigeon or owl? (jk this isn’t Hogwarts). It would just be nice to see a guy go the extra mile for a girl.

Here are some lyrics, I’ll leave you guys with from one of my favorite guys… John Mayer : )

Say what you need to say

Have no fear for giving in
Have no fear for giving over
You'd better know that in the end
Its better to say too much
Then never say what you need to say again

Even if your hands are shaking
And your faith is broken
Even as the eyes are closing
Do it with a heart wide open

Say what you need to say

"I'm Praying for You"

·         My first post! Woohoo! Well I do want to use this blog for giving fashion advice, for finding some of my favorite recipes, beautiful pictures, and interior design, BUT I also want to use this blog for my thoughts on life and about my walk with God. So be prepared anything when you’re reading my blog! Today I am having thoughts about guys (when am I not..ha) and if they are “genuine”. I am in no rush to be dating anyone, but when I do find “the right guy” I want to know he is genuine. I want a man of God but I know to have a man of God, I first need to be a woman of God.  But lately it seems like guys will do anything or say anything to get the attention of girls. It’s one thing to lie about cheating or about what you were doing, but when you drag God into the mix it gets personal. A few months ago I was seeing/talking to a guy who told me he was “praying for me” and he himself has a blog about God and his walk with God. He sounds pretty legit right? He even went to church with me, bought devotional books and had a journal for us. He really made it appear to me that he was a man of God and a man of his word. BUT I am not naïve AND am smarter than people give me credit for! Comes to find out this “man of God” had been lying to me about his past, and the current future and was not who he said he was. I mean I hate liars but when you are lying about your faith and your using your faith to get girls like myself, it’s just plain wrong! So now when a guy tells me he is praying for me... I am kind of alarmed or I find myself questioning the sincerity of it. Which is terrible! I want a guy who is praying for me and who I am praying for them but how do you really know if it’s just a lure to get you? Or if maybe they might just be that guy for you who really does love Jesus and really is praying for you. I want to believe someone when they say “I am praying for you”. I guess I write this (rant) to alarm women to guard their hearts which is what the Bible tells us to do in Proverbs 4:23, “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” And I know one day that when a guy says he is praying for me… he really is praying for me J Well this was just what was running thru my mind today…