Deal With It

Let's face it, I'm not blogging like I used to anymore.

I'm tired, worn out, and too busy to actually take the time to blog.

Maybe I'll come back one day and chronicle daily life, but for right now I'm calling it quits. I honestly can't keep up with the demands blogging requires. So, I'm turning in my pen for a little while. I hope you, my dear reader/follower, understand.

Maybe I'll be back one day. And hey, it might not be that far away. :)


I hope y'all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! :)

A Tiny Bit of Creativity.....

Deck the halls with Christmas greetings

Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Don't you give yourself a beating

Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Go online and don't be cranky

Fa la la la la, la la la la.

TinyPrints is so so easy.

Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Choose your card and customize it

Fa la la la la, la la la la

Pick you quantity and send it

Fa la la la la, la la la la

(cease christmas song) 

I would continue, but the bank was out of creativity today.... :)

Anyway, I just thought I'd show y'all some of my favorite cards from the online card shop, TinyPrints!

I first discovered TinyPrints when I started looking for a Mother's Day card for my mom. I was SO pleased with the results that I bought my dad a card from there too! :) 

So, when it came time for Christmas cards this year, I knew where to look. With over 400 designs to choose from this holiday season alone, choosing the *perfect* card will not be easy! 

But thanks to the filters on the side, I just might find the one I'm looking for! :)  

Are not these some of the cutest designs?? 

This is probably my favorite right here.....

So then, if you are having a hard time finding that perfect card, head on over and see for yourself! :)

{Disclaimer: I was contacted by TinyPrints to write about their Christmas card lineup this year through their blogging campaign. All my opinions are my own. Happy Holidays everyone! }

Star*bucks....

....makes my day just a *tad* better! ;)

My Entire Summer Vacation In 11 Days

So, I've been to the 50th state and back (and lived to tell about it). Barely. Jet lag was horrible both ways, but worth it! Maybe. 25/75. 25% of the time, it was fun. 75% of the time, not so good. (think jetlag, caring for the elderly, sushi = food poisoning, someone doesn't understand the word "freestyle cruising", etc.)

Anyway, I did manage to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii and take in the sun! So with that said, please join me over here––one last time––to see the Aloha State through my eyes. :) 

I have to make a stop at Starbucks first, though. ;) 

Its The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

and no, I'm not talking about Christmas; I'm talking about FALL!!!! Honestly, this is my favorite season partially because of the colors. :) Anyway, this past weekend I went to see October Baby, barely run in the frigid temperatures, and relive my childhood at the local pumpkin patch! :)

Needless to say, I had a great time!

Friday Night, my friend Becca and I went to see the new, independent film October Baby. The theatre was packed. Aside from the making out couple next to me, I had a really good time! :)

Saturday Morning did not turn out so well, as I didn't even make it 200 yards before giving up and walking back to the start line. It was THAT cold.

Later in the day, I traveled with the Highschool girls from my church to Old Baker Farm. The weather was perfect for our little outing!!

These girls were thrilled to jump in cotton (and lay in it) ! =0

All the girls...

All in all, I had an awesome weekend! 

Can You Pin A Tag?

I need to confess something....... 


I have an addiction to Pinterest. 


*hides* 


Part of the reason I haven't been blogging lately is because I have pinned things like the ones below. :) 

If you would like to join, shoot me an email at mylifeunscripted1@gmail.com You won't regret it! :) 


On another note, I came across this tag from my friend Anna. I thought it was pretty cool so, I'm stealing it! :) lol 

Ten things I wish I could say to ten different people :: 
10. Thank you for fighting for our freedom.
9. Please stop being so mean.
8. Please stop flirting with me.
7. Here is some Sweet N' Low.
6. Please chill.
5. I love you.
4. I miss you so much.
3. I'm praying for you.
2. Please stop following me around. Seriously. Find some other girl to follow.
1. Please drive faster! :) 


Nine things about myself :: 
9. I love coffee.
8. I've played the piano for 10 years.
7. I do not like country music.
6. God is shaping me into who I need to be.
5. I love coffee.
4. Geaux Tigers!!!
3. I have been out of the country 6 times.
2. I have never been to Taco Bell. 
1. I love the Spanish and Italian languages.


Eight ways to win my heart ::
8. Be cheerful instead of complaining
7. Be kind to people, even strangers, who are considered unlovable
6. Play guitar really well
5. Be so in love with Christ that you display Him everywhere. 
4. Buy me Star*bucks.
3. Respect me and yourself
2. Be strong in who you are and what God wants you to do
1. Be my friend.


Seven things that cross my mind a lot ::
7. Coffee
6. what I am going to eat next
5. I need to cut back on star*bucks.
4. Blog posts.
3. Songs.
2. Whatever I'm studying for at the moment.
1. ideas. 


Six things I do before I fall asleep :: 
6. Wash my face
5. brush my teeth
4. Pick out my outfit for the next day
3. Check my social networking/Words with Friends
2. Set my alarm
1. pray


Five people who always make me smile ::
5. Allison K.
4. Mary P.
3. Nameless person
2. Nameless person
1. Jesus! :)


Four things I'm wearing right now ::
4. A polka dot dress turned shirt that I saved $54 on. 
3. Lucky jeans. 
2. Tennis shoes
1.


Three songs that I listen to often ::
3. "Motion of Mercy" by Franseca B
2. "Tear Me Down" by Tenth Avenue North
1. "How He Loves Us" by The David Crowder* Band


Two things I want to do before I die ::
2. Get Married. :)
1. Plant a seed in a closed country.


One confession ::
1. I've been on a blind date that resulted in me getting food poison. :P  

Words to Think on

Continued Thankfulness

(part 1.)

#22 Thankful that our group never got lost.

#23 Thankful for the fun times on the metro.

#24 Thankful for the adult chaperones that stayed with us.

#25 Thankful for Johnny and Serena that organized the food for us!

#26 Thankful to Aaron and Lydia who directed the whole event.

#27 Thankful to the Leadership Institute that allowed TeenPact to stay there for the week.

#28 Thankful for the awesome teachers that we had.

#29 Thankful for my own bed that I won't fall off of..... :)

#30 Thankful for learning how to play Ultimate Frisbee and Ninja!

#31 Thankful for Nate, Paige, Serena, Sarah, and Lydia that led worship each morning.

#32 Thankful for Sarah, Johnny, and Paige that led morning devotions.

#33 Thankful for the awesome rendezvous the girls had!

#34 Thankful for Aaron's "Deep Thoughts."

#35 Thankful for the opportunity to go on this trip.

#36 Thankful for Face*book that allows me to keep up with these wonderful, amazing, inspiring people!



and that concludes my DC experience. Hopefully, I'll be back next year dragging more friends with me! :)

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only Light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only Love can do that." 

'Nuff said

How He Loves Us

We came......

Honestly, I don't know why I am standing like this; please ignore it. :) 

This is my friend Sierra who has NEVER used a microwave. :) 

We saw......

Note: I would have SO arranged this in color order. not.even.kidding.  :) 

We walked......

a lot.

At least we had fun while we walked! :) 

(Photo Credit: Allison K. and Ashley E. 

Thanks girls for letting me

 use some of your photos. :) ) 

Fall,

come quickly.

Sincerely, 

Giann

(photo credit: pinterest.com)

Thankful

Last week, I had the opportunity to attend a TeenPact Alumni event called "Back To D.C." Words can not describe this experience. I absolutely adored hanging out with some of the most amazing people and drawing closer to God at the same time!! After coming home and contemplating how to blog this adventure, I decided to write a "Thankful List." This is only the beginning..... :)

#1 Thankful for safe travels.

#2 Thankful for no delayed flights.

#3 Thankful for the laughs I had all week.

#4 Thankful that my injuries required zero stitches.

#5 Thankful for Jennifer, Mrs. Brooks, Paige, and Brenn who helped me during that time. 

#6 Thankful for Mrs. Lydia and Sarah who prayed for me and with me. 

#7 Thankful for the brokenness I experienced which allowed me to see areas of my life where I needed to change. 

#8 Thankful to God who is the God of unconditional love and faithfulness.

#9 Thankful to God who revealed to me that I can never be too far from His grace and love. 

#10 Thankful for the friends I made - Sierra, Allison, Sarah, Paige, Caleb, Hayden, Justin, Kal, Selah, Hannah C. & B., Logan....and many more... :) 

#11 Thankful for our small group which was the best! 

#12 Thankful for Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Weber who walked with me and Elias to the American History Museum. 

#13 Thankful for the entertainment of Hayden's "man" skip. 

#14 Thankful for the many pictures taken by Ashley, Allison, Paige, and Kal.

#15 Thankful for the amazement Kal had with me not ever having been to Taco Bell. And that he decided NOT to mail me a taco from Taco Bell. 

#16 Thankful to God who had the people and week picked out before time began. 

#17 Thankful for the bonding time Me, Lainey, Sarah, and Anderson had in the airport. 

#18 Thankful for Taylor's entertaining text messages and calling me by the name I can't stand, Gigi. 

#19 Thankful for the freedom to worship in our nation's capital right outside the Lincoln Memorial. 

#20 Thankful for the club music that lasted only two nights!! 

#21 Thankful for the notes I received on my back! (Those so were so sweet y'all)

Part 2 to come.......

(Photo from pinterest.com)

*side note: 

I am in the process of creating a picture post.

 It should be up by this weekend.*

I'm Off and Dragging My Friends with Me...

....to this wonderful place.


See ya next week! :)

A Reminder

Worth It 

Love’s not a feeling
Love’s not convenient
But I know love will change your life
Love takes sacrifice
Love cuts like a knife
Sometimes love will make you cry
Love’s not easy
But it’s worth it

Love is a hunger
But love won’t leave you empty
See it’s the language of the heart
Love can steal your pride
But love won’t let you hide
It takes everything you’ve got
Love’s not easy
But it’s worth it

(Chorus)
What you gonna do when the bottom falls out
And you’re left with nothing but your fear and your doubt to hold to
Who will hold you?
Where you gonna run when it’s all on the line
And you’re looking for someone to save your life
To save your life

Love can hear you
Love can heal you
If you let it inside
Oh, remember now
Love’s not easy
But it’s worth it

(Chorus)
What you gonna do when the bottom falls out
And you’re left with nothing but your fear and your doubt to hold to
Who’s gonna hold you?
Oh, where you gonna run when it’s all on the line
And you’re looking for someone to save your life
To save your life

Love can hear you
I know love will heal you
If you let it inside
Oh, remember now
Love’s not easy
But it’s worth it

Words & Music By: Francesca Battistelli / Sam Mizell

We Are Weak, He is Strong.....

"....For when I am weak, then I am strong." 

-1 Corinthians 12:10b-

"Your arm is endowed with power; your hand is strong, your right exalted." 

-Psalm 89:13-

Happy Middle-of-the-Week, y'all! :) 

Seriously.....

....if you read nothing else today. Read this.

Awesome magazine. (that's coming to print soon! :) yay!!)

Favorite Article(s) - The Excellence Test and Godly Guy/Girl Interaction. Worth.your.time!!

Photo credit: Pinterest.com

Underneath the pages....

So, I went to Dauphin Island this past week for four days. It was a tough trip but, worth it all. The LORD used that time for good and I'm glad.

This is Pescador and Natan. {They are going to kill me, btw.}

Two precious girls. Good times.

A beach sunset. Pretty times.

Jellyfish sting. Hurting times.

Famous group shot. Fun times.

One night, Pescador led us in a worship song called "Christ is Risen."  Awesome song. 

Listen to it here.

1 Corinthians 15:54c- 57

"Death is swallowed up in victory.

O death, where is your victory?

O death, where is your sting?

The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."

That's all. more later! :) 

The Purpose of This Blog

Well.......I decided to start a new blog. :)

The motto of this particular blog is: short. simple. sweet. {most of the time, anyway. ;)}

Short: conciseness in my writing along with fewer pictures. 

Simple: not elaborate. nice, clean design.

Sweet: encourage you, reader, with my writing. {hopefully}

That's about it. 

By the way, thanks for stopping by the blog. Leave a comment or drop an email letting me know what you think! :)

Hawaii 2011 - Taken ;) 

Help! I Need Ideas!

I decided to create another blog. idk why, though. I guess I wanted an excuse to use this title/URL. :)

Do you have any thoughts on how I should use this blog? I would appreciate your feedback! Please leave a comment letting me know!

Looking forward to hearing from YOU,
Giann