Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Top 5 Right Now.



Book: “Christy & Todd: the College Years” by Robin Jones Gunn
I have never been much of a reader (as in it isn’t my go to hobby or thing to do during my down time), but when I was in middle school my sister read the Sierra Jensen series by the same author and I became interested. I couldn’t get into that series (and I still haven’t read it haha), but I found the Christy Miller series, written by the same author, while shopping at a Lifeway in Kansas City. I immediately became enthralled with the series and connected with the characters. I have read the entire series at least 4 times over. I have also read the Katie Weldon series (Christy’s best friend), the Glenbrooke series, and the Sisterchick series. Needless to say, Robin Jones Gunn is my all time favorite author and is just as wonderful in person as she is on paper. I love how she intertwines faith and day-to-day struggles of the Christian teen turned adult into her whimsical love stories. Her Christmas novellas are wonderfully romantic as well. Basically anything she writes is great! Go check her out J

Recipe: Banana Pecan Crunch Muffins from Spend with Pennies
I made these muffins this evening because we had 3 overripe bananas (perfect for baking) and I didn’t want to waste them. Now I am rather picky when it comes to breads, muffins, and cookies. I never seem to find just the right recipe that turns out perfectly the first time, but this time was different! These muffins were soooo good and easy to make! I tell ya… baking is my love language. The muffins had the perfect amount of sweetness paired with the delicious crunchy, brown sugary, buttery, oat-y, nutty topping. I’d say they are perfect partners in crime…like Lucy and Ethel or chocolate and peanut butter or whatever you want to put together. I’ll be making this recipe again and again. It's perfect for bible studies or morning breakfasts on the go!

Activity: Walking my dog around the neighborhood and counting my steps!
Did she just say walking? That’s probably what you’re asking yourself, but yes… it’s true. (Truer than when my sister says that running is fun….now, I know that’s a lie! Ha) I like to get in my exercise by going for a power walk around my neighborhood (I try to get in close to 2 miles each time). I love seeing how each neighbor has decorated their porch in an effort to make it their own. My favorite porch has a red bench, two yellow chairs, two blue chairs, colorful pillows, a chippy yellow trunk, old white shutters and cute little flowers & plants. It’s the perfect combo of bright colors and vintage-ness. Meg Duerksen would be proud.

Blog: There is a toss-up for this category. I love my friend Caroline’s “Caroline’s Corner” blog, but I also get a kick out of reading Meg Duerksen’s “Whatever” blog and Shannan Martin’s “Shannan Martin Writes” blog. They are so funny and always have something funny to share or cute to share. Read Shannan’s “Kicking Consumerism in the Teeth” for a good laugh and DIY garland idea and Caroline's blog for fun DIY projects and tips!

Instagram Account: Life Lived Beautifully @lifelivedbeautifully  Her blog (LINK)
Gretchen Saffles has to be one of the sweetest women on this earth. She radiates such joy and is rooted in biblical truth. Her pictures of flowers and Scripture are so wonderful and always make my day. She is a true inspiration! She also recently filmed a video Bible study on the book of Ruth. (I believe you can watch it via Facebook)

Weekly Truth:

“Oh, that you would burst form the heavens and come down!... For since the world began, no ear has heard and no eye has seen a God like you, who works for those who wait for him!” 
Isaiah 64:1, 4 (NLT)

I love these verse and how joy-filled they are! Imagine a heart so fixated on Christ that it is just begging for God to burst through the clouds and reveal his Glory. Oftentimes I have an image of what I think God looks like in my mind, but I know it is nothing compared to His actual beauty and splendor. I love the part that says He works for those who wait for Him. That thought of waiting on Christ in full submission to the will He has set out for us and His working on our behalf is awesome! I pray for myself and each one of you that we can experience God in a new way that allows us to fall deeper into a loving relationship with Him! 

There’s my top 5 & Truth for the week! Let me know what you’re enjoying this week by leaving me a comment. I would love to hear from you! Join me next week for another post and remember to love God & love people!

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