I believe in Jesus, monograms, UGA, haint blue porch ceilings, sweet tea, english cut gardens, home grown tomatoes, classic cinema, the deep south, good reads, SEC football, and the pursuit of high cotton.

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High Cotton

People are made to be loved and things are made to be used. The confusion in this world is that people are being used and things are being loved. {Unknown}

” For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:17-18

I’m 3 weeks into a season of unemployment and in a constant state of panic. I haven’t a clue what I’m truly meant to do with my life (employment wise). I only know that my purpose on this planet is to love God and love His people. Sadly, that doesn’t pay the bills.

I desperately wish I knew what He wants from my life. I’ve been asking this question for the better part of 15 years now. Still clueless. 

But I’m thankful, so very grateful, for these verses in 2 Corinthians tonight. I’m thankful to lay my head to rest with some peace that this season is only temporary and that, more importantly, He is not finished with me yet. Thank you Lord for that. Amen.

The Benghazi scandal has been hard to follow, but Heritage did a terrific job at clearing up the spin.

What’s in bloom in our yard right now. Gorgeous day to be outside! (at Home)

What’s in bloom in our yard right now. Gorgeous day to be outside! (at Home)

Just 100 Days ‘till College Football Season y’all!!!

Just 100 Days ‘till College Football Season y’all!!!

Repost from @CraigGroeschel. Hoping this verse is a comfort to so many heartbroken in Oklahoma.

Repost from @CraigGroeschel. Hoping this verse is a comfort to so many heartbroken in Oklahoma.

Shredding the Constitution: Obama's Attack On The Media

Jennifer Rubin’ s article in The Post today was striking & such an important read. Here’s a snippet:

“The president hasn’t attempted to distance himself from the Associated Press snooping campaign. To the contrary, he offered “no apologies.” To be blunt, he approves the most invasive breach of the First Amendment against any news organization in the history of the republic. No president has tried this and for good reason. We now have yet another media abuse story, in a way much more severe.”

My opinion: This was an unprecedented attack on our First Amendment freedom that can’t be tolerated if we hope to remain a free Republic. The Government’s targeting of Fox News’ James Rosen is absolutely frightening. Read the entire article, folks.

Isn’t this hanging basket gorgeous?

Isn’t this hanging basket gorgeous?

I really struggle with numbers 3, 8, and 10. And I disagree with number 15. Sacrifice and servanthood is a beautiful form of love. Frankly, I need to put others needs before my own more often!

I really struggle with numbers 3, 8, and 10. And I disagree with number 15. Sacrifice and servanthood is a beautiful form of love. Frankly, I need to put others needs before my own more often!

Amen, Nathaniel.

Amen, Nathaniel.

Essie ‘s Off The Shoulder is what I’m wearing this week.

Essie ‘s Off The Shoulder is what I’m wearing this week.

New home screen wallpaper from ElleOFont on Etsy. Love it! 

New home screen wallpaper from ElleOFont on Etsy. Love it! 

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