Lately I have not been myself. 

I have been working on a lot of things mentally and emotionally;

Like being a more positive person inwardly, using my time with purpose, and patience.

None of these things come easily to me, and it's been hard to find encouragement. 

Of course encouragement has come through friends & family, the Bible, and my husband.

Tonight it came through a song, in a very odd way. Mumford & Sons recently came out with their new album, Babel.It has been on repeat most days, but today I was focusing on the lyrics.

I was listening to the song Hopeless Wanderer, thinking about how the words relate to my life.

I haven't really felt like I have had much purpose lately. Plans that I thought were set in stone

 have been changing so suddenly that I don't feel like I can really plan for anything, or share 

anything to anyone about my life. Basically, I have felt like a hopeless wanderer. 

 This feeling however, is not what is true about me. 

I might not have an amazing opportunity right in front of me, a set in stone 5 year plan, or

even a daily schedule I can rely on to be consistent; but there are some things that are certain.

I have an amazing marriage that gives me so much faith in the grace of the Lord I can't 

even explain how I feel about it. Even though I still feel like I am in the shallow end,I have been getting involved withmy super amazing new church, which has been a blessing.

My new job has given me more new friends and the best work environment I have had in 

a very long time. The Lord is answering prayers for more friendships.
He also continues to provide for my husband and I, most of the time beyond what we even hope for. 

I have been writing down 10 things I am thankful for every day since August, 

and have had 10 or more each day, no matter what has been going on.

This is not the life of a hopeless wanderer. 

Thanks for letting me share and for reading! 

Enjoy the music of my favorites. 

Fall Crafting Adventures Part 2

Lately I have been trying to get as many projects as I can get done around the house 

before thanksgiving. Some of the projects I have been doing this past week 

are fall themed, and are not. I noticed yesterday as I  

finished up a couple I have had on my list for months, how motivating it is

to do something you see on pinterest or a blog, and have it turn out perfectly! 

Some people don't really like pinterest, but I love it because it motivates me

to brainstorm as much as I can, and look beyond a simple DIY blog post and see

how I can make something my own creation. I hope some of these projects motivate

you to make something awesome for your place! If you have a pinterest to-do

board I would love to see it, so leave a comment below with a link to your board! 

No-Sew Pillow Case Success!

"The Autumn Leaves" In French Painting 

Fake Fall Pumpkin Decorating 

Mr. & Mrs. Mugs 

"EAT" letters for Kitchen Wall

Simple Glitter Leaf & Acorn Wreath

"My Heart Belongs To" Paintings for Turkey & Africa

Mumford & Sons "Lover of the Light" Lyric Art

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Lately I have been obsessing over everything camel, chambray, and a piece of jewelry that matches my wedding ring. I also really want to learn from Lauren how she does her make up. I mean, she seems to never have a flaw on her face, no matter where, when, or who is photographing her. She also might be one of my favorite hollywood celebrities.  I haven't bought a new purse in 3 years, and this Deanna & Ozzy bag is a fantastic shade of brown. I went to Macy's recently and while walking down their perfume isle, got a whiff of Twirl by Kate Spade. I'm pretty sure it's the best perfume of any clothing designer out there right now. I also have never actually owned a bottle of designer perfume, and I would like to change that. 

Anything you are dying to change about your fall wardrobe?

XO