three in one.

the past few days have been icky. totally gross. like, me not sleeping, maggie being a fussy pants, husband being busy, rain, depression, and a whole giant list of other things. lets just say, i am thankful to have hope, and that grace is continually poured on me and my family. also thankful that things seem to be going forward from here, and i am remembering to pull my strength from the LORD. so, with all that going on, i have become terribly behind on projet31 which makes me sad because i have been really enjoying it. so here are 3 posts packed into one.  in other news, i am really excited about the following things:
* its the month of love (my favorite)
*my husband is out getting ice cream so we can watch 'the social network'
* i took the best nap this afternoon.
 ( ps. any sleeping tips for new mamas? my sweet baby has been sleeping through the night for about 6 weeks now, and i am having the worst insomnia ever.so frustrating.)

day eleven

 Post a recipe.  Or if you don't cook, try a new recipe and write about how it turned out (pictures please!).

i dont have a picture(sorry!), but we eat this all the time! i got this yummy recipe from a friend, it is so easy and so good!

breaded ranch chicken

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1/2 cup of italian style bread crumbs

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 packet of hidden valley ranch dip mix

1/4 cup melted butter

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combine bread crumbs, cheese and ranch mix in a shallow bowl. melt butter. dip chicken in the butter and then into the bread crumb mix. place in casserole dish that is lightly greased. bake at 350* for 45 mins or until golden brown. 

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day twelve

Write about what wears you out as a woman.

i could write so much about this one, but because i am posting 3 days in one, i think i should keep it brief. i think that the thing that wears me out the most as a woman is the constant need to feel valued and accepted. i am in a constant state of anxiety and fear of man (and woman, mostly woman). i feel like i am never good enough, pretty enough, talented enough, smart enough, creative enough... the list goes on. i am so thankful that this is not what(or who) i am living for. 

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day thirteen

 Write about something you would like to change about yourself for the better.

honestly. i am so selfish. i have talked about this so many times and i know that it will probably be a life long struggle for me. i would like to be more loving to those i dont know. i would like to think of myself less and others more. i would like to serve my husband and my family better. i would like to be a more thoughtful person. i would like to serve Jesus without thinking of myself and my own comforts. i would like to really kick selfishness in the bum and put it behind me. i would like to stop procrastinating and start being a better planner, stop complaning about pretty much everything under the sun,and to wholeheartedly serve and seek after my relationship with the LORD.  i do not know if those relate to selfishness, but they are definitely things i would like to change about myself for the better.

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THE LIST:


Day 1.  What does beauty mean to you?
Day 2.  What makes you uniquely you?
Day 3.  Who is someone you know who inspires beauty?
Day 4.  Style 31.  Post a pic of you in your favorite outfit.
Day 5.  Write a blog thanking someone who has made your heart come alive.
Day 6.  Jaded beauty.  Has the world's definition of beauty ever jaded you?
Day 7.  Write a blog to encourage another beautiful woman.
Day 8.  Have a beauty secret (e.g. hair tip, make up tip)?  Share, please!
Day 9.  What virtues do you value in yourself?
Day 10.  What is Jesus teaching you as a wife, mom, or friend? (Or just woman in general?)
Day 11.  Post a recipe.  Or if you don't cook, try a new recipe and write about how it turned out (pictures please!).
Day 12.  Write about what wears you out as a woman.
Day 13.  Write about something you would like to change about yourself for the better.
Day 14.  Style 31.  Post an outfit pic!
Day 15.  Write to encourage a friend.  Inspire her beauty.
Day 16.  Write a letter to your daughter, or a young girl in your life.  Tell her what beauty means.
Day 17.  Write about 3 things that make you happy.
Day 18.  Describe your personality.
Day 19.  Write about your favorite comfort food (we are women- we ALL have comfort food!)
Day 20.  Write about your job and why you love it or hate it.  
Day 21.  Write a letter to your husband to encourage him (or if you are single- your future husband.)
Day 22.  What are some needs that need to be met in your community?  Blog about how to extend your hand to those who need you.
Day 23.  What are your strengths?  What are your weaknesses?
Day 24.  What is Jesus teaching you presently?
Day 25.  Style 31.  Post a pic of your favorite comfy clothes.
Day 26.  What do you hope your grandchildren will say about you someday when you are gone?
Day 27.  Write a blog to encourage someone and build their confidence!
Day 28.  Write about your insecurities as a woman.
Day 29.  Write about "a day in the life of me."  (Pics are great!)
Day 30.  Who is your role model as a woman?
Day 31.  Write about your dreams and goals as a beautiful woman!

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here is to getting back on track... 

xoxo::

a