Obsessive? Maybe.... :)

A Little Elementary....

Its amazing what the people of Israel had to go through to come before God's presence. I was reading Exodus 25-28 this morning and began to realize that. They had to get everything right from building specifications to their own garments. Isn't that such a contrast from today? We can come before God anytime we want to. We don't have to meet requirements. 

Then, I got to thinking. Why can God do that? I mean obviously He had a reason back then, but why can He do it today? 

One answer: Jesus. 

It all points back to Jesus Christ and what He did for us. He became the mediator. He became the bearer breaker. 

That's why we can come to God so freely now. Whenever you need Him, He's right there beside you!  

Be ever so thankful, Christian!! 

May you remember that as you go about your day/rest of the week! 

*If you would like to add anything or just give some of your own thoughts, please leave a comment!*

The Gravis Family....well almost...

Gravis #4, #7, #2, and #6

I don't where I would be without these people and the other 3 not pictured! Thanks y'all for being such a wonderful family!! :) 

I promise, the last one....

:)

Awkward

They're back! ;)

{A Mary Afternoon}

*I recently had a photo shoot with my friend Mary. 

We had a delightful afternoon filled 

with laughter, smiles, and coffee! :)

Enjoy the pictures!*

(And no, we did not know that it was illegal to shoot on the railroad tracks. ;) )

Tag, You're It!

Recently, I gained a blogging friend, Trinka. She decided to tag me in a tag post which required me to write 7 random facts about moi and answer the 11 questions she asked. So, here I am. :)



Seven Random Facts About Me:

*My name cannot be found in the name books.

*I've been to 4 different countries.

*I know 3 different languages.

*I'm not a picky eater. I'll eat anything at least once. 

*I sign up for TONS of freebies a month. or at least try to....

*I like to be different. I don't want to be like everybody else.

*When I was little I watched HGTV and read organization/cleaning books. 

*Math is not my strong point (hehe :) )

Eleven Random Questions: 

1. Do you like thrift stores? Mmmm....I prefer consignment stores. The thrift stores we have around here aren't very clean. :/ 
2. What's your nickname{s}? "G" and Gianna....at least the most common ones. :) 
3. Have you given anybody a nickname? If so, what is it? I gave my brother the name "Noni" for the loooongest time! Then, since I would sometimes call him "Son", I started calling him "Sonja"....
4. Have you ever made scrambled eggs? The first time I made those, I burned them. :( I'm destined not to be a good cook! lol
5. Pink or Purple? Purple. It's a royal color. 
6. Hats or Scarfs? Mmmm....probably scarfs....
7. Do you like mustaches? No, not really. I like bowties better! :) 
8.  I prefer not to answer this one....
9. Have any {not classic} books to recommend? Going Rogue by Sarah Palin. I don't care if you think differently from her. Read it. Your eyes will opened on how the government is run. Seriously. 
10. Do you sleep with your socks on or off? My socks usually come off during my sleep. lol 
11. Who do you love most? God and my family....

Now, its my turn.... :)

1. Do you like bowties? 
2. What is your favorite boy band? 
3. What is your favorite girl band? 
4. Do you have a Pinterest?
5. Hugs or kisses? 
6. How many grapes are there on a vine? 
7. Can you speak a different language?
8. If so, what language? 
9. Do you share a bathroom on a regular basis? 
10. Scones and Tea? or Coffee and Cake? 
11. Have you ever heard the phrase "Like a chicken on a june bug?" 

I tag:

Mckenzie

Christa Moriah

Jennifer