HAPPY HAPPY 2014 !!!!
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Thursday, December 26, 2013
Happy Happy 2014 - Handbook 2014
Merry Christmas 2013 and Happy New Year in 2014 from Texas!!!
I hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas spending quality time with family and friends enjoying the real reason we celebrate this season in December.
Luke 2:11
English Standard Version (ESV)
11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
In the book of Matthew, we are reminded that Jesus was born and sent to save us for our sins.
A gift I am so thankful for everyday!
So today, I have a much needed day off to rest, read, and reflect on what I hope and pray that my life will reflect in 2014.
Each year I since 2007, I have chosen a word for the year. This year I am looking at several resources, one which is christian based driven. I will also use some of Ali Edward's My One Little Word list to add to my My One Word list. Both have blogs which I will link up here for you too.
2007 - Live
2008 - JOY
2009 - Best
2010 - New
2011 - Intention
2012 - Dream
2013 - Amazing
2014 -
So here are some blogs to help you find a word and some of the information of how and why these have been brought to life by several hoping to bring a new light on the life they want to live and suggestions on how to do this:
http://aliedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/2011wordle.jpg
http://myoneword.org/
I am going to try and create a list of my own today and if I am able to get this done, will come back and share my list of words which will include many from both lists.
What plans or resolutions do you have for the coming year?
This year has been filled with so many blessings and I will admit, the older I become, the more I begin to value what is really important. Loving God with all my heart, sharing His love with everyone so that they will experience eternal life someday, spending quality time and loving my family and friends, training up my daughter so that she will live a life like Jesus, heaven on earth, and being the BEST I can be in all I do, say, and feel with my body, soul, and mind. Simple yet so hard to do on most days because we are human.
Would love to hear from you and if you have ever printed your blog posts, would you recommend the site that did this for you. Also what did it cost? I have been writing and blogging since 2007.
Praying you have an amazing day living a life you LOVE with those who mean the most to you. I have to say, that I am so blessed and feeling so loved and because of the unconditional gifts of love and presents that have been given to me and my daughter this Christmas season. God has once again shown me that when we keep our eyes focused on Him, that he will take care of all our needs and provide. In this case, it is not about the money or gift cards but feeling the love from Him through others who were able and willing to do so. I love being on the giving side and love the opportunity to do for others less fortunate or unable to do for themselves. The word "Grateful" does not seem to be enough but He knows my heart. It has been our village of loved ones, ones we know and complete strangers that have helped us throughout the year. His hands are in it all and that is why it is so important for us to live our lives centered around Christ. The challenges and enormous load of work have been great but I seem to have everything I need including energy. I give God all the glory and know that he has directed the paths and hearts of those in our lives to give and it will be such a blessing to give back and LOVE everyone as did Jesus and that He continues to surround us with amazing people in which our village shines so brightly.
Now, here is my gift to you today, a new and wonderful song by Brandon Heath called Just A Girl -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwWTzpi63qc
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!!
Hugs and Prayers,
BiT
In the book of Matthew, we are reminded that Jesus was born and sent to save us for our sins.
A gift I am so thankful for everyday!
So today, I have a much needed day off to rest, read, and reflect on what I hope and pray that my life will reflect in 2014.
Each year I since 2007, I have chosen a word for the year. This year I am looking at several resources, one which is christian based driven. I will also use some of Ali Edward's My One Little Word list to add to my My One Word list. Both have blogs which I will link up here for you too.
2007 - Live
2008 - JOY
2009 - Best
2010 - New
2011 - Intention
2012 - Dream
2013 - Amazing
2014 -
So here are some blogs to help you find a word and some of the information of how and why these have been brought to life by several hoping to bring a new light on the life they want to live and suggestions on how to do this:
http://aliedwards.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/2011wordle.jpg
http://myoneword.org/
I am going to try and create a list of my own today and if I am able to get this done, will come back and share my list of words which will include many from both lists.
What plans or resolutions do you have for the coming year?
This year has been filled with so many blessings and I will admit, the older I become, the more I begin to value what is really important. Loving God with all my heart, sharing His love with everyone so that they will experience eternal life someday, spending quality time and loving my family and friends, training up my daughter so that she will live a life like Jesus, heaven on earth, and being the BEST I can be in all I do, say, and feel with my body, soul, and mind. Simple yet so hard to do on most days because we are human.
Would love to hear from you and if you have ever printed your blog posts, would you recommend the site that did this for you. Also what did it cost? I have been writing and blogging since 2007.
Praying you have an amazing day living a life you LOVE with those who mean the most to you. I have to say, that I am so blessed and feeling so loved and because of the unconditional gifts of love and presents that have been given to me and my daughter this Christmas season. God has once again shown me that when we keep our eyes focused on Him, that he will take care of all our needs and provide. In this case, it is not about the money or gift cards but feeling the love from Him through others who were able and willing to do so. I love being on the giving side and love the opportunity to do for others less fortunate or unable to do for themselves. The word "Grateful" does not seem to be enough but He knows my heart. It has been our village of loved ones, ones we know and complete strangers that have helped us throughout the year. His hands are in it all and that is why it is so important for us to live our lives centered around Christ. The challenges and enormous load of work have been great but I seem to have everything I need including energy. I give God all the glory and know that he has directed the paths and hearts of those in our lives to give and it will be such a blessing to give back and LOVE everyone as did Jesus and that He continues to surround us with amazing people in which our village shines so brightly.
Now, here is my gift to you today, a new and wonderful song by Brandon Heath called Just A Girl -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwWTzpi63qc
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!!
Hugs and Prayers,
BiT
Friday, December 6, 2013
The Gift to Love ~
The greatest gift you can give to yourself is to love God and then love yourself as your love your neighbors.
If we all did this just a little more, the world would be a better place and one with more compassion instead of judgement.
If we would step up and lead by example, with our own children and families, we would BE the change the world sees.
So kind of IMPACT will you make tomorrow and in the days to come?
Be blessed and safe and know YOU MATTER to me and Him - '
xoxoxox
BiT
If we all did this just a little more, the world would be a better place and one with more compassion instead of judgement.
If we would step up and lead by example, with our own children and families, we would BE the change the world sees.
So kind of IMPACT will you make tomorrow and in the days to come?
Be blessed and safe and know YOU MATTER to me and Him - '
xoxoxox
BiT
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Values.........Which Ones Do You Live By?
Explore Another Value
ACHIEVEMENT
AMBITION
APPRECIATION
BELIEVE
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF
CARING
CHARACTER
CHARITY
CIVILITY
CLASS AND GRACE
COMMITMENT
COMMON GROUND
COMPASSION
COMPLIMENTS
COMPROMISE
CONFIDENCE
COURAGE
COURTESY
DEDICATION
DETERMINATION
DEVOTION
DO YOUR PART
DRIVE
EDUCATION
ENCOURAGEMENT
EQUALITY
EXCELLENCE
FITNESS
FORESIGHT
FORGIVENESS
Does anyone get my posts??
Thanks, just trying to see if my posts are able to be read and or if I just don't have any visitors and comments.
Either way, thanks for letting me know -
Have a blessed weekend friends,
Bit
Either way, thanks for letting me know -
Have a blessed weekend friends,
Bit
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Thankful Day 5 ~
Grateful that my parents celebrated 37 years of marriage together before my dad passed away and that today would be their 52nd Anniversary. Growing up in a military family offered us the opportunity to live in amazing countries like Portugal as well as many states upon moving here to Texas in 1977. Love that I grew up with a brother so close in age and that I have 2 wonderful and sweet sisters to share my daughter and life with today. Between all of us, there are 13 grandchildren that will carry on their legacy and one angel in heaven with dad today. #blessed
Thankful Tuesday and a night off to be with my daughter, seems nights are few and far between with work and a teen's busy life both socially and school wise.
xoxoxoxo
BiT
Thankful Tuesday and a night off to be with my daughter, seems nights are few and far between with work and a teen's busy life both socially and school wise.
xoxoxoxo
BiT
Thankful Day 4 ~
Thankful Day 4 ~ Basic Necessities
Hope you had a great Tuesday, once again I am reminded daily of the simple and basic things that make life so much easier such as light, heat, cars, and H2O.
Blessings,
BiT
Hope you had a great Tuesday, once again I am reminded daily of the simple and basic things that make life so much easier such as light, heat, cars, and H2O.
Blessings,
BiT
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Thankful Day 3 ~
Thankful Day 3 ~ Thankful for our village of family and friends and those that God has placed in our lives!!
I am always saying it is such a small world and when I stop and think about all the amazing friends in our circle, He just goes to show me daily with purposeful and intentional plans that He is a great God so full of wonderful gifts through each and every one we meet and encounter.
So blessed He loves us and that we have the opportunity to share His love all the while we get to LOVE Him with every piece of who we were created to BE.
MADE with Love,
BiT
I am always saying it is such a small world and when I stop and think about all the amazing friends in our circle, He just goes to show me daily with purposeful and intentional plans that He is a great God so full of wonderful gifts through each and every one we meet and encounter.
So blessed He loves us and that we have the opportunity to share His love all the while we get to LOVE Him with every piece of who we were created to BE.
MADE with Love,
BiT
Thankful Day 2 ~
Thankful Day 2 ~ Being a mom, there are not enough words to express how much I love my daughter and how blessed I feel that God gave me such a huge responsibility in raising her up to be a God loving young lady!
MADE with LOVE,
BiT
MADE with LOVE,
BiT
Thankful Day 1 ~
Thankful Day 1 ~ The gift of life today with sunshine.
Please join me in 30 days of blog posts with what your are thankful for this Thanksgiving. I hope to continue this going into the Christmas holidays and new year.
Have a blessed day and week full of His blessings, love, and joy!!
MADE (Make a Difference Everyday) with LOVE,
BiT
Please join me in 30 days of blog posts with what your are thankful for this Thanksgiving. I hope to continue this going into the Christmas holidays and new year.
Have a blessed day and week full of His blessings, love, and joy!!
MADE (Make a Difference Everyday) with LOVE,
BiT
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Do Any of You Make Money from Blogging???????? Traffic on Blogs??
If so, would you share how you got started and what is the best way to go about setting up a blog such as yours?
Also what do you do to bring traffic to your blog? It has been over a year since someone has commented on my blog. Now I know I haven't been consistent over the last 2 years but I am committed to blogging again.
This is my personal blog so I don't do this for comments but for writing for our legacy and story.
Thanks and hope you had a great Saturday!!
Bit
Also what do you do to bring traffic to your blog? It has been over a year since someone has commented on my blog. Now I know I haven't been consistent over the last 2 years but I am committed to blogging again.
This is my personal blog so I don't do this for comments but for writing for our legacy and story.
Thanks and hope you had a great Saturday!!
Bit
Huge Giveaway from DCWVINC This Weekend!!!!!!
http://www.dcwvinc.blogspot.com/2013/10/win-it-before-you-can-buy-it.html
I hope you will join the fun by going to their blog and link here. There will be 6 winners. I can't wait to see their new paper and lines!!
xoxoxo
BiT
I hope you will join the fun by going to their blog and link here. There will be 6 winners. I can't wait to see their new paper and lines!!
xoxoxo
BiT
Listening To and Communicating With Our Children ~
If you ever want to know how you're doing as parents or what your children think of your parenting, just ask them. Be ready for the truth from their perspective. Many times, our attempts to love and discipline are nothing like what we had prayed and hoped for in their eyes and hearts. What children really want is their voices to be heard too (we don't have to agree but just LISTEN) and their feelings acknowledged. More importantly, this type of conversation opens the door for COMMUNICATION.
With each day as a gift from above, I cherish the conversations I have with my teenager as the times seem less and less with the busyness of schedules. Our best conversations take place in the car. Where do yours take place?
Have a blessed day and remember, do everything today with passion and purpose as if every breath will be your last not wasting one second of your day!
xoxoxo
BiT
With each day as a gift from above, I cherish the conversations I have with my teenager as the times seem less and less with the busyness of schedules. Our best conversations take place in the car. Where do yours take place?
Have a blessed day and remember, do everything today with passion and purpose as if every breath will be your last not wasting one second of your day!
xoxoxo
BiT
Friday, October 11, 2013
Can you recommend an image sizing site that is free?
I had one before I switched computers that I loved but can't seem to remember what it is, thanks if you can help me out!
Also have any of you set up blogs that are free here on Blogger that have some extra features?
Thanks for getting back to me this weekend,
BiT
Also have any of you set up blogs that are free here on Blogger that have some extra features?
Thanks for getting back to me this weekend,
BiT
What are 3 things you most like to read about on blogs or your 3 favorite blogs and why??
If you take the time to visit my blog, would you mind commenting on my questions above?
Thanks so much and hope you have a joy filled fall day!! We are looking forward to a long weekend and some fun here in Texas maybe with Big Tex!
xoxoxo
BiT
Thanks so much and hope you have a joy filled fall day!! We are looking forward to a long weekend and some fun here in Texas maybe with Big Tex!
xoxoxo
BiT
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
News Story about our Leader ~
http://www.redflagnews.com/headlines/just-released-middle-east-report-translated-declares-that-barack-hussein-obama-is-a-muslim-terrorist-video-news-report
Not sure if this is true or factual but wanted to put it here so I can watch it before it is deleted on the blog and or FB.
I will continue to pray for our President and his family,girls because they are children of God and will continue to pray for our leaders through this Govt Shut Down that is hurting and affecting many people. When will it stop?
Hope you have a great day while I enjoy a day off from school for Parent/Child Meetings. My challenge to you today, change the world for the better with an act of kindness!!!
xoxoxo
Diana
Not sure if this is true or factual but wanted to put it here so I can watch it before it is deleted on the blog and or FB.
I will continue to pray for our President and his family,girls because they are children of God and will continue to pray for our leaders through this Govt Shut Down that is hurting and affecting many people. When will it stop?
Hope you have a great day while I enjoy a day off from school for Parent/Child Meetings. My challenge to you today, change the world for the better with an act of kindness!!!
xoxoxo
Diana
Sunday, September 22, 2013
http://iembracegraceblog.com/2013/09/19/free-to-be-me-2/
This blog post pretty much sums up where I am and how I have felt as of late but like many hold on to FAITH and HOPE to get us through the season we are in and have been in. I hope you enjoy this post!
Oh, did you notice that the Cowboys got a Big Win today? Love my Romo and America's Team here in Dallas.
Enjoy this first day of fall,
xoxoxo
Diana
This blog post pretty much sums up where I am and how I have felt as of late but like many hold on to FAITH and HOPE to get us through the season we are in and have been in. I hope you enjoy this post!
Oh, did you notice that the Cowboys got a Big Win today? Love my Romo and America's Team here in Dallas.
Enjoy this first day of fall,
xoxoxo
Diana
Live A Life You Love ~
http://www.marcandangel.com/2013/05/26/26-steps-to-living-a-life-you-love/
The time is NOW, it is the time to change what I am doing so that I can find the true joy in living a life that I enjoy and am passionate about again.
Are you at that place? If so how did you get there and what do you recommend, I found this website and wanted to save the steps so that I can review the steps that were taken and suggested, I know what I want to do, I just have to put the plan in place that will take me there NOW.
Hope you had a blessed day and enjoyed what you did with those in your life -
xoxoxo
Diana
The time is NOW, it is the time to change what I am doing so that I can find the true joy in living a life that I enjoy and am passionate about again.
Are you at that place? If so how did you get there and what do you recommend, I found this website and wanted to save the steps so that I can review the steps that were taken and suggested, I know what I want to do, I just have to put the plan in place that will take me there NOW.
Hope you had a blessed day and enjoyed what you did with those in your life -
xoxoxo
Diana
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Setting Up A Blog on Blogger ~
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=Oiov0L4blIw
Diana
Diana
Having A Grateful and Servant Heart When Life Is Challenging ~
Could the week get any more challenging? This is probably a question I should not be asking today! Do you ever get to the point where you wonder if what you share is too much?
I think it is great to share the GOOD things in our life but I also think that by revealing our brokenness, that we keep in real. It is during these times that we let others see our lives are not perfect and it is during these times that we are able to open doors to share what our Heavenly Father has done and is doing in our lives.
Are you like me and often think no one could possibly understand what I am going through or how I really feel? Aren't relationships built on commonalities and shared experiences both good and bad? I think so!
Some days it is good to just let loose and let those you consider family and friends know where we are and we do that sometimes by asking for prayers openly. So today, I wanted to share some of where I am with those who know me well and those who don't. I am hoping that you will continue to pray for me, Demi, and our life together as a family and in our community.
I have been needing and wanting to make some changes that are going to require some uncomfortable choices and hope that the Lord will provide for me as I step out in FAITH. I am feeling like the weight of the world is on my shoulders and it just keeps getting heavier, if that is possible. Always having to be strong and holding it together can be emotionally and physically draining. I have asked Him about His plans and honestly don't understand them. It has been tough and life does not seem to be letting up. There is very little down time when you parent alone (does parenting by phone count?) and work 14 hour days several times week. On the one hand, I am glad I can do it and that I am blessed to be able to teach and serve in the ways he has entrusted to me. But there comes a time, when you have to dig deep and BE STILL so that we can all hear what we are being asked to do. Is there anyone who understands where I am coming from? I know I am not just speaking to single parents or those who are working several jobs to make ends meet, I think we call that SURVIVING but this is not LIVING and THRIVING. It can be a vicious cycle but I have chosen to have a grateful heart and to see and look at things in a positive way, for Demi and myself because I need her to know we are BLESSED even with all the bumps we have traveled over in her lifetime together. The lessons I hope she is learning is that life is a gift and it is up to us to create and live our BEST Life centered around Christ.
When you are down to nothing, you will find the treasures of your heart and find what really matters and is important. I think about how those who don't live a Christ centered life deal and cope with the unexpected that seem to catch each and everyone of us off guard. I am not talking about going to church on Sundays and Wednesday but having a REAL relationship with our Heavenly Father who loves and cares for us deeply. Life is not always a rainbow but even with challenges, we can find the good what we have and also what we can do for someone else. That is where the true joy in life comes! It is when we can bless someone else just because........you can fill in the blank today.
So with all this being said today, I hope that by more of us sharing our true and inner feelings and that by being more open to not having to be the perfect person or perfect family and or have the life that seems to be a little harder then we would all like or expected or even dreamed of, that there is HOPE, YOU MATTER, and ARE LOVED. He showed us how much when Jesus died on the cross for all of us.
I will end today with the three things I am grateful for today are: Demi and the joy and love she brings to each and every day and her passion for living everyday to it's fullest, her easygoing and forgiving ways, the opportunity we both will have to love and encourage others today! Be Blessed, Bumps and All <3 p="">
Diana
I think it is great to share the GOOD things in our life but I also think that by revealing our brokenness, that we keep in real. It is during these times that we let others see our lives are not perfect and it is during these times that we are able to open doors to share what our Heavenly Father has done and is doing in our lives.
Are you like me and often think no one could possibly understand what I am going through or how I really feel? Aren't relationships built on commonalities and shared experiences both good and bad? I think so!
Some days it is good to just let loose and let those you consider family and friends know where we are and we do that sometimes by asking for prayers openly. So today, I wanted to share some of where I am with those who know me well and those who don't. I am hoping that you will continue to pray for me, Demi, and our life together as a family and in our community.
I have been needing and wanting to make some changes that are going to require some uncomfortable choices and hope that the Lord will provide for me as I step out in FAITH. I am feeling like the weight of the world is on my shoulders and it just keeps getting heavier, if that is possible. Always having to be strong and holding it together can be emotionally and physically draining. I have asked Him about His plans and honestly don't understand them. It has been tough and life does not seem to be letting up. There is very little down time when you parent alone (does parenting by phone count?) and work 14 hour days several times week. On the one hand, I am glad I can do it and that I am blessed to be able to teach and serve in the ways he has entrusted to me. But there comes a time, when you have to dig deep and BE STILL so that we can all hear what we are being asked to do. Is there anyone who understands where I am coming from? I know I am not just speaking to single parents or those who are working several jobs to make ends meet, I think we call that SURVIVING but this is not LIVING and THRIVING. It can be a vicious cycle but I have chosen to have a grateful heart and to see and look at things in a positive way, for Demi and myself because I need her to know we are BLESSED even with all the bumps we have traveled over in her lifetime together. The lessons I hope she is learning is that life is a gift and it is up to us to create and live our BEST Life centered around Christ.
When you are down to nothing, you will find the treasures of your heart and find what really matters and is important. I think about how those who don't live a Christ centered life deal and cope with the unexpected that seem to catch each and everyone of us off guard. I am not talking about going to church on Sundays and Wednesday but having a REAL relationship with our Heavenly Father who loves and cares for us deeply. Life is not always a rainbow but even with challenges, we can find the good what we have and also what we can do for someone else. That is where the true joy in life comes! It is when we can bless someone else just because........you can fill in the blank today.
So with all this being said today, I hope that by more of us sharing our true and inner feelings and that by being more open to not having to be the perfect person or perfect family and or have the life that seems to be a little harder then we would all like or expected or even dreamed of, that there is HOPE, YOU MATTER, and ARE LOVED. He showed us how much when Jesus died on the cross for all of us.
I will end today with the three things I am grateful for today are: Demi and the joy and love she brings to each and every day and her passion for living everyday to it's fullest, her easygoing and forgiving ways, the opportunity we both will have to love and encourage others today! Be Blessed, Bumps and All <3 p="">
Diana
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Blessed....the beginning and end ~
It has been a great day full of all of His blessings, need nothing more because everything I have is just enough.
Hoping you know you are loved and that you matter. Remember that your greatest passion and message in life will come from your greatest challenges and pain. Don't ask why but thank Him for loving us and for the grace to LIVE BIG while being forgiven and embracing the POWER to make this life matter today.
Everyday is a gift and when you have a grateful heart for everything, we often see life through new eyes. This is the first day of your life. Thankful for being here and in this moment and BEING PRESENT in the midst of being whipped after a long day with my daughter. Learning to enjoy it all, the conversations in the car, breakfast together, and being at home to do her hair and tuck her in. Time to honor her and make her feel special and love her for her being who she is just as she is today.
Have a great Friday enjoying each breath, prayer, and the seed you are given to plant. Don't forget to water it and bring it sunshine. Open yourselves to be loved and see the amazing things that God has in store for you. You are the link between the good and those who are broken and remember to empower and encourage others with His love and LOVE Him just because He loves us.
xoxoxoxo
Bit
Hoping you know you are loved and that you matter. Remember that your greatest passion and message in life will come from your greatest challenges and pain. Don't ask why but thank Him for loving us and for the grace to LIVE BIG while being forgiven and embracing the POWER to make this life matter today.
Everyday is a gift and when you have a grateful heart for everything, we often see life through new eyes. This is the first day of your life. Thankful for being here and in this moment and BEING PRESENT in the midst of being whipped after a long day with my daughter. Learning to enjoy it all, the conversations in the car, breakfast together, and being at home to do her hair and tuck her in. Time to honor her and make her feel special and love her for her being who she is just as she is today.
Have a great Friday enjoying each breath, prayer, and the seed you are given to plant. Don't forget to water it and bring it sunshine. Open yourselves to be loved and see the amazing things that God has in store for you. You are the link between the good and those who are broken and remember to empower and encourage others with His love and LOVE Him just because He loves us.
xoxoxoxo
Bit
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