What I Am Loving Wednesday...........

Its been ages since I've done a "What I'm Loving" post, but I've been really wanted to share a new haircare line that I have been loving lately.  

Goodbye Aveda, Hello Oribe

I have been an Aveda girl for nearly 20 years; however, over the past few months I really haven't been happy with the shape of my hair.  So, after a few weeks of reading reviews on numerous haircare products I have found a new haircare line I simply love. When I went and had my hair done a few weeks ago, I asked the stylists if she would recommend some products, and I haven't been disappointed yet. 

Here are a few products I'm loving:

Oribe - Signature Shampoo

Smells amazing and overall a great shampoo

 

Oribe - Gold Lust Conditioner

Oh my!  This leaves my hair so soft, yet not heavy. 

Oribe - Royal Blowout 

By far my favorite product.  It has cut my drying time down to less than 5 minutes.  

Which is unheard of for me. 

 Oribe - Styling Cream

This styling product holds my curls and is does not weigh my hair down.

 Oribe - Beach Waves Spray

I am actually on the fence with this one.  I like how if calms flyways on top of my head; however, its a little too much hold for the ends of my hair.  If I use on my ends, it really weighs the hair down. 

If you are looking for a new haircare line, I would definitely recommend checking this one out. 

I am so glad I did. 

What I'm Loving Wednesday.............

Hello Stranger!   This truly isn't the season in my life I am blogging a lot; however, I felt inspired to share some of the fun things I've been up to lately, and even share a few things I've got my eye on!   Here are a few things I am loving lately.............

1. Fall Vacations are the BEST!!!  A couple of weeks ago, Matt and I headed to the coast with our favorite travel partners, Jamie and Kristy.  We always love to hit the beach in the fall, and this year didn't disappoint.  We had an incredible weather, amazing weather, and lots of great laughs.  

2. We have new furniture!!  Over the last couple of months I've been itching to buy some new furniture.  So, a couple of weeks ago, Matt and I headed to the furniture store to buy a new bedroom suit, kitchen table, and media cabinet for the living room.  Most of the furniture was delivered this past weekend, and here is a pic of our new bed!  Loving this new look, and now need new pics above the bed. 

3. Luv'n the new phone! I pre-ordered the new iPhone 6 Plus the first day of pre-orders were available, and after a couple of weeks I finally had a new phone.  I am loving my new case too!  And, I must love this print bc its the same print as my new gym bag too! 

4. Needing some new Kicks! Its time to break down and buy a new pair of tennis shoes!  I believe I've narrowed it down to the new Glycerin 12 show by Brooks:

5. My Favorite Treat  Yes, I am still obsessed. 

6.  Time to Plan - I am really considering going back to a paper planner.  I used to always use a paper planner; however, when my schedule got out of control with a job, I immediatly went digital.  Here is the one I have my eye one:

7.  Its never too early to score new Christmas music.  Are you sitting down.......LOOK WHAT JUST CAME OUT!  Pentatonix just dropped a new Christmas Album!  I will be picking up this actual CD very soon!!  EEEk!!  I just love love love love Christmas music.  :-)  

And, finally just a little heads up that a fun and exciting announcement is coming soon.........

 

 Stayed Tune!   LUV!!! 

What I'm Loving Wednesday............. Hair Edition

Its Wednesday, and what better way to get over the mid-week slump than to share some of my favorite hair products for summer!  I've used Aveda Products for ages, and here are some of my favs......

1. DryBar Hair Dryer - I LOVE this hairdryer!  It dries my hair super fast, and leaves my hair looking shining and full of volume.

2. Brilliant Shampoo by Aveda

3. Smooth Infusion Conditioner by Aveda

4. Brilliant Damage Control Sprayer by Aveda- Amazing detangler and helps protect from the heat
Phomollent Moose by Aveda- Awesome for style-prep

5. Air Control Hair Spray by Aveda

6. Hot Rollers

7. Straighter

I wash, dry, and style my hair in about 30  minutes.  Style is super easy with hot rollers, and I've been using them since I was in middle-school! 

Happy Wednesday my friends!

Whatever You Do, Do It All for the Glory of God

To say the Lord has led me over these past few months is actually an understatement.  My reliance on God has been the only thing that has sustained me in perfect peace over the last couple of months.  I have found myself  reading book after book this year, and purposefully so, all of them are focused on building our faith through times of transition and chaos.  I feel like I've read more books in the past two months than I did in 2013 and 2014 combined.  LOL.

Here are the books I read in January alone.....

These books have been incredible, and I just have to share some of my favorite things each of these jewels has taught me:

1. Dear Jesus

This sweet devotional is a sequel to my other favorite Sarah Young books called Jesus Calling.  This small book is divided into topics/themes.  I usually match it to an emotion or feeling I am having that day, or even match it to what I am studying in the Word that morning.  It gives a sweet prayer, followed by scripture and words of encouragement on particular topics.   

2. Restless

Jennie Allen is becoming one of my FAVORITE Christian teachers.  Her heart and passion to minister to women is amazing.  I have to be honest and say that I haven't finished this book; however, so far this book is beginning to show me that God is using my life for His Glory. 

Here is a short sneak peak about the book:

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3. Balancing It All

Another one of my favorite authors, Candace Cameron Bure gives a look in her journey from childhood to motherhood to working woman. Her stories remind me that in our everyday lives how to rely on God with His guidance and leading. 

 

4. Whispers of Hope

Starting the day with a Beth Moore Devotion - How can you go wrong with that?  This devotion has transformed my prayer life.  Each day Beth teaches on a particular topic or bible story, and then the devotion leaves room to write prayers listing 5 different areas to pray for:  Praise, Repentance, Acknowledgement, Prayers for Others, Prayers for Self, and Equipping.  What a beautful routine to get in the habit of praying.  Its the Lord's Prayer coming to life.  

 5. Chasing God

This book captivated me the moment I saw it on the book shelf at Lifeway.  Angie does an incredible job teaching the reader through her vulnerabilities on what it means to rest and open your hear to God, and stop chasing Him.  

Here is a sneak peak of Chasing God:

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6. Living Beyond Your Feelings

Oh my, one of my favorite books ever. I needed this book in a certain season of my life, and I know God used it to help me face some major anxieties, hurts, and tests I had ever faced.  Through this study the Lord showed me how to access His Peace in hard times and how to truly trust Him, day in and day out.  I am usually not an emotional person, but over the last year, my emotions decided to play havoc in my normally calm life, and I let them.  Joyce teaches how to get control of our emotions and feelings, and stop giving into them when they are out of control.  I cannot tell you how much peace and simplicity that has established in my life since learning to recognize my feelings and how to respond to them.  If life has you beat down and worn out, this is a must read.  It will help strengthen you and give you calm in the midst of a crazy storm. 

I hope you enjoyed these short reviews.  I have read several other books in February and March, and will share an update with you on those books soon.  If you are looking for a good devotion or a book a certain topic, these books are definitly worth reading.  

Happy Wednesday.

What I am Loving Wednesday!

Several years ago, I used to link up with several bloggers and share what I was lov'n that week!!  Its been ages since I've done such a thing, and thought what a fun way to kick off the new year than sharing some of the things I am loving..........

All Sons and Daughters - I am LOVING this worship CD!!  Its on repeat in our house, and its just playing the song of my heart!!

 Angie Smith's new book Chasing God is so relevant to me right now.  I love her humor as she shares her heart that we need to to STOP chasing the Lord and enjoy dwelling with Him! 

What a FUN Book!!  I love following Candace on Instagram, and really enjoying this fun book describing how we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us!  

One of my favorite Christmas Gifts from my sweet hubby was a new Pandora Bracelet from their Essence collection.  The two beads signify Love and Stability. 

I am reminded how much the Lord loves me and brings structure and stability to my life.  The Lord has blessed me with an incredible man who provides so much love and support for me that words cannot express the depth of my gratitude and love for him. 

 A Weekend With My Very Best Friend!!  

Tiffany is coming in town this weekend, and I am soooo excited to have a girls weekend and enjoy catching up and spending some much needed time together.

This pic may look odd, but I just had to take it!  Since we have been at home for the holidays, "the boys" have taken up to spending every moment with me.  It doesn't matter where I am in the house or what I am doing, they are right by my side.  I giggle as I woke up this morning and they were all three snuggled up to me snooz'n. Love them so very much!!

 A new prayer journal!  This may seem odd to say, but I just love starting the new year with a new Prayer Journal.  It just makes me excited for all the Lord has in store for the coming year!!

I hope you have a blessed New Year's Day, and here is to an exciting 2014!!   

 

A Fun Post.....What I'm Loving Wednesday!

Its Summertime!!!  Woohoo!!  And that means fun beauty products for the season.

Here are some of my favorites this year:

 1. Love this Hair Care Line.  I use the Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave-In Conditioner, and Styling Cream.  Amazing.  And, really helps the frizz die down.  Here is a fun video about the products:

2. LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! this fragrance for summer!  Smells amazing!

3. My new favorite make-up staple for summer is Smashbox's Camera Ready BB Cream.  Keeps my makeup on all day, and love the perfect finish it gives my skin before I apply make-up! 

4. This one is NOT new, but its one of my ALL TIME Make-Up Loves!  I have LOVED this product for almost 2-years, and yes, I still use it everyday!

 

5. Love this lotion!  Keeps my tan from fading and makes my skin SUPER soft!  

Don't you just LOVE summer!!  What are some of your favorite summer beauty essentials?  

New Music - What I Am Loving

I love love love new worship music, and I am in luck because so many new Albums have come out in the last few weeks.  Here are some of my favorite new songs...............

Here's My Heart - David Crowder


Once and for All - Chris Tomlin

Crown Him (Majesty) - Chris Tomlin (feat. Kari Jobe)

In Jesus' Name - Newsong

Kutless - Worship Collection - Take Me In (Classic, but one of my All Time Favorite Worship Songs)


Without You - Jeremy Camp

Wednesday Loves........

I LOVE Wednesdays!!!  Its not only the midway point of the week, but I just love sharing some of the things I am LOVING this week!!  I always try to keep it to 7 things, as its my favorite number and the number of completion.  Hope you enjoy, and I'm looking forward to Linking up with some of my favorite ladies at What I'm Loving Wednesdays! 

 

I am LOVING the new INSTYLE & VANITY FAIR APPs!!   I love that I can get two of my favorite magazines wherever  I go, perfect for traveling! 

 Love'n my new kicks!! They are great for workouts, which I am now on week 3, and only missed two days!!  Woot! Woot!

 Loving my new Wedding Band my hubby got me for Valentine's Day!!!  #loveit!

I stumbled upon this book on my IPAD, and ended up LOVING IT!!  It is so dang funny, and fun to get away from reality for a moment!

Another one of my favorite gifts for Valentine's Day was getting the entire Gilmore Girls series.  Yup, that is 112 hours of Gilmore Girls!  LOVE THIS SHOW! 

Lately, I've been obsessed with Toast with butter and jam!!  Lov'n this breakfast treat!! Random I know! Ha!

Happy Wednesday!!

Valentine's Day Week............

I think this 100x a day; however, I am not sure I say it out loud I often enough, but I am SOOOOO blessed, lucky,undeserving, fortunate, etc. to be married to my incredible husband, Matt. 

Our marriage just works, and it works well.  Of course, there are always things we are trying to improve and want to improve, but overall I am OVER THE MOON in LOVE with the boy I met 17 years ago.  He tells me everyday how much I mean to him, how much he loves me, how lucky he is to be husband, and those words just fill my heart with so much goodness and love. He shows his love through actions and lets me be me.  He understands I need time to hang out with my friends, time to have "me-time," and times when I just need to spend time with him. 

He is an incredible man that is disciplined, loving, easy going, helpmate, encourager, listerner, etc.  And, I don't know how I got so lucky. 

I cherish everyday, and work extremely hard never to take what we have for granite.  

So on this Valentine's Day Week, I just wanted to express our marriage and celebrate the precious love we have!!

Love Ya Babe!