My Very Own Blog Award! I wanted to share another blog award with some of my favorite bloggers. I hope you'll pass this award on to your favorites as well. It's easy - just follow the simple instructions below.1. Accept this blog award and thank the person who gave it to you. Link to their blog.2. Place the button above in your post.3. Answer the following 5 questions - What is one thing we don't know about you? - If you were able to go anywhere today, where would it be? - What is ...
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Scripture Saturday: Psalm 51:10
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.Psalm 51:10This is a scripture we all know and most of us have memorized. But why is it that it is one of the hardest scriptures to actually put into "action". What does it mean to you to have a pure heart? What is a steadfast spirit?To me, a steadfast spirit is a spirit firm in purpose and faith. How do I find this steadfast spirit? Through him - through spending time with my God - praying, in devotion, and sharing ...
We Have A Winner:
Congrats to Ashley! You won the $75 gift certificate to The Vintage Pearl. Thanks to everyone who entered. Be on the lookout for another great giveaway next Tuesday! Cannot wait to host another The Vintage Pearl giveaway here on my blog.Ashley said...41ok so i left a comment about doing each of those things....but they are not showing up! hope you are getting them...really want to win! mrs.gurski@gmail.com ...
Tutorial Thursday: Showing The Love In Blogging
Wordpress, Blogger, whatever you use to jot down your "stuff", it's all the same. Show some love to the other bloggers out there. Why? Here are a couple reasons.Shows that you are user-friendly: We typically aren't drawn to the bloggers who are negative, don't want to help others out, who tend to lean towards the more dramatic side of life, and well just aren't friendly. Everyone loves to find someone who is friendly - either in real life or in what I call "blog land". The friendlier you ...
Easy Homemade Pimento Cheese {recipe}
MmMmMm I love me some Pimento Cheese - either on a sandwich, cracker, or yes, even plain :) I'm weird, I know. Here is an easy and yummy recipe for you Pimento Cheese lovers. *Ingredients*2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese2 cups shredded Colby cheese2 (4 ounce) jars diced pimento peppers, drained1/2 (16 ounce) jar creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)salt and pepper to taste*Directions*Mix all the ingredients above to desired texture and either serve or put in refrigerator for a bit ...
Social Saturday Guest Blogger: PennyBlessings
BurnedIt was a morning like many others. I was in the middle of my getting ready for the day routine with make-up and hair accessories scattered over the bathroom counter, and a little guy at my feet. My little Curious George was in a very inquisitive mood and kept me busy with “What’s that, Mommy?” as he pointed at and touched nearly everything within reach. I warned him repeatedly not to touch my flat iron because it was very hot and would burn his little hand, yet it was just too ...
Review: Lisa Leonard
Lisa Leonard rocks. I just have to start off by saying that. I am a sucker for adorable hand stamped jewelry and gifts. Its my weakness, I admit. And Lisa has the most adorable items! I would say they would make great gifts (because they would) but I would have a hard time not buying out the whole store for myself :)Lisa was so generous to not only do a great giveaway with us last week that she sent an item for me to review and I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE it!The necklace is a silver beaded ...
Tutorial Thursday: Sharpen Your Images
What is sharpening? It is simply enhancing the edges of an image. Look at the examples below.Image that hasn't had any edited or sharpening.An image that has had editing/sharpening.Alot of people upload or print the pictures exactly how they were on their camera without editing or sharpening their images. ...