I haven't posted in a while, but I will catch you all up in another post about some of things that I accomplished this year. I am so thankful that it is winter break and I actually have time to relax and create some new content.
I chose this quote because I just finished a semester of my junior year of college and it was challenging. Challenging trying to manage everything even when I wanted to give up especially during the later part of the semester. I didn't give up and I kept on pushing through. Honestly, I love all the support that my family and friends give me. Don't ever feel like you can't reach a goal or accomplish a dream because hunny, you can. As I embark on challenges and achievements of 2017, I can definitely look back and say that I can do anything I put my mind to.
You can find happiness.
You can find love.
You can find joy.
You can find peace.
You can find hope.
You can do anything. And I know there are so many people out there who can try to motivate you, but you are your only motivator. When you believe you can, then things will fall into place.
I have to remind myself of this everyday, especially when trials and tribulations come in my life and I feel defeated. I can remember that the Lord place me on this earth for a purpose and I can rise above all.
I can't believe it is almost Christmas because it surely does not feel like it. If you are planning on heading out to any Christmas Eve parties or dinners, here are 3 outfit ideas. This is also part of the #galpalholiday blogger link-up withCathleen, Rachel, and Cristina. Hope you all enjoy.
Share the Love, Give a Hug, Enjoy the Holiday Season
As you all may or may not know, I am finally on winter break. My last final was on December 18th, and I was totally ready to get that last final done with especially since it was Microeconomics. If you all would like, I can do a post about what my first semester of college was like and maybe include a few advice and organizational tips.
The point being is that I haven't been home since Thanksgiving Break, and didn't have a chance to show the Christmas Decorations throughout my house, and also include a cute DIY project. Enjoy the pictures below.
My mom bought the snowflakes seen in almost all the picture below, a long time ago, so she did not recall where she bought them from, sorry.
This is my sister wreath hung on her door. She already had the printed monogram, but she used ribbon to wrap it around the wreath and add a snowflake to the top.
I know this Christmas Tag is really old, but I've never posted a tag Q&A on my bog before. I know in the Youtube community tag videos are especially popular, but I figured it would be nice for me to answer some Christmas related questions here.
1. What is your favorite Christmas film?
If you haven't seen my post about my favorite Christmas movies, click on the picture above. My absolute favorite Christmas film has to be The Polar Express. There is just something about the message behind the movie that I love.
2. Have you ever had a White Christmas?
I have never had a White Christmas, and this year it is no exception. Usually, it is a bit cooler in December, but this year it has been up in the 70s, here in Georgia.
3. Where do you usually spend your holiday?
At home with my immediate family in Georgia. We honestly have family all over, so it would be a struggle to get everyone together at one place.
4. What is your favorite Christmas song?
My favorite Christmas song has to be Carol of the Bells. I like this edition by Pentatonix.
5. Do you open any presents on Christmas Eve?
We honestly don't open any presents on Christmas Eve, but sometimes we do go through our stockings.
6.Can you name all of Santa’s reindeer?
Let's see.. Rudolph, Prancer, Dancer... I guess not.
7. What holiday traditions are you looking forward to most this year?
This tradition already passed, but the day after Thanksgiving we help put the tree together, and then an upcoming tradition, I guess, is taking the tree apart before the New Years.
8. Is your Christmas tree real or fake?
Unfortunately. our Christmas tree is fake. Please don't judge. Our fake Christmas tree has lasted us for sooo many years, and I honestly love it. When I get back home, I will definitely take pictures of our tree.
9. What is your all-time favorite holiday food/sweet treat?
If you haven't seen my last post about my obsession with peppermint this time of year click the picture below to be directed to that post. I honestly love peppermint bark during the holiday season.
10. Be honest: do you like giving gifts or receiving gifts better?
Honestly, I love giving gifts and seeing the face of the person you gave the gift to. I enjoy picking and selecting which gifts I think best fits the person. I honestly just love seeing people happy which makes me happy. But no doubt about it, I still like receiving gifts, but I receive great satisfaction from giving gifts.
11. What is the best Christmas gift you’ve ever received?
Oh my gosh, Out of all the gifts I've received, I would have to say that my embroidery machine has got to be my best Christmas gift I've ever received just because I still use it and I honestly just love monogramming items on it.
12. What would be your dream place to visit for the holiday season?
I've never thought about spending Christmas anywhere else, but if I had to choose I would say England. I always wanted to go to London, and I bet during the holiday season it is just even more beautiful.
13. Are you a pro-present wrapper, or do you fail miserably?
I wouldn't say I am a pro, but I don't believe I fail miserably, either.
14. Most memorable Holiday moment?
When I was younger, my dad was in the military and he was stationed in Texas for 16 months. One day, my mom took my siblings and I to the airport where she told us that we were picking up our cousin, but at the baggage claim area I saw my dad and my siblings and I ran towards him. It was honestly just greatest thing ever because he got to spend Christmas with us instead of being in Texas, and we haven't seen him in a while.
15. What made you realize the truth about Santa?
I am literally laughing right now about how I found out about Santa. My brother who is 2 years older than me told me one year that he saw my mother wrapping presents and putting them under the tree, but I didn't believe him. So the next Christmas, my younger sister (2 years younger than me), my brother, and I stayed up all night and saw that my mother WAS placing gifts under the tree, and then we all went out and confronted my mom. My mom was like why aren't y'all sleeping. It is seriously funny looking back and seeing how angry we all got about knowing the truth about Santa.
16. Do you make New Years resolutions? Do you stick to them?
Some years I do make New Years resolutions, and others years it just kind of slip by me. When I do make New Years resolutions, I most always never stick to them, which I know is bad.
17. What makes the holidays special for you?
I just love the holiday season because I get to spend time with my family. I can honestly just feel the love all around during this time of year and I love it.
Share the Love, Give a Hug, Enjoy the Holiday Season
Share the Love, Give a Hug, Enjoy the Holiday Season
I basically love anything that has to do with peppermint - especially this time of year. My favorite drinks and treats that include peppermint are listed below. Enjoy.
1. Starbucks' Vanilla Bean Frappuccino with Peppermint
I forgot which Youtube video I watched about a year ago, but that Youtuber said they ordered this drink. I'm just so glad that I watched that video because I am honestly obsessed.
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2. Starbucks' Peppermint Mocha
3. Peppermint Bark
I have honestly never made my own batch of peppermint bark, but my friends always love making it.
4. Hershey's Peppermint Kisses
5. Chick Fil A Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshake
Do you like peppermint? What peppermint drinks and treats are your favorite?
I always get excited about this time of year because all of the Christmas movies that are playing on tv and the ABC Family 25 Days of Christmas. Christmas movies are absolutely the best to get into that holiday spirit. So here are just a few of my favorite Christmas movies, and maybe you will see a few of your favorites here, also.
Elf
Home Alone 1
The Polar Express
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
This Christmas
The Santa Clause
The Santa Clause 3: Escape Clause
Leave a comment below telling me your favorite Christmas movie.
Hey y'all.. I am so glad to be out of school for winter break because just like any other break this one was much needed. Christmas is two days away, and I figured that there may be people still out there shopping and thinking about gifts. But, sometimes the best presents happen to be in the stocking so here are a few stocking stuffers that I would consider giving. Enjoy.!
Crew Socks: Target have some really cute and comfy pairs of socks.
Hand Sanitizer: I love receiving nice scented hand sanitizers. And Bath & Body Works always have like 5 for $5.
Headband: I'm really into headbands right now. Some super cute hair accessories is always nice to receive.
Chapstick: Eos is my favorite brand of chapstick, but there are so many out there that will also do the trick. (since it is the winter season)
Makeup Brushes: Some of the ELF makeup brushes are good for simple everyday looks and they are only $1. Can't beat that.
Hope you all have a Happy Holidays.!
Livin' & Stylin,'
Hey y'all, I am so excited for the Christmas season. I know it is not all about receiving gifts, but is also about giving, too. And the main reason for the season is Jesus. But here are a few things I am asking for- for Christmas and which you all may get ideas for friends or family members. Also, my birthday is exactly 8 days after Christmas so this is a good way to see what I would like and what i would probably purchase. Hope you all enjoy.!
