#PrayforOklahoma

Yesterday, a violent tornado ripped through Oklahoma. Its winds destroyed neighborhoods and schools. Children were killed and lives shattered. This year has been full of needless sorrow. May we cling on to God tightly in these times! I pray he comforts the hurting and depressed.

While reading The Christian Post this morning, ran across a story that provides hope in such a trying time. A Bible was discovered among the debris – and it was open to Isaiah 32:2. It reads, "A man will be as a hiding place from the wind, and a cover from the tempest."

Remember to #PrayforOklahoma - specifically lift up the families who lost loved ones and their homes. God can restore. May we pray for His healing hands to comfort them in this desperate time of need. 

If you have the resources, you may want to think about donating via The Red Cross or helping in the relief effort.  

Read the FULL Christian Post article here.

What Does Your Favorite Yoga Pose Say About You?

I found this article very interesting. If you can't tell from my posts, I absolutely enjoy yoga. It is by far my favorite form of exercise. If you have not tried it - it is more of a workout than you think. 

I used to think yoga was easy - but in fact, it is challenging and competitive in nature (you just compete with yourself!). It is fun trying to master new poses. And, the way you feel after a workout is amazing.

My favorite pose is the pigeon pose - so that means: 

You’re not intimidated by a little discomfort and crave the release that comes from working your edges. People who love Cobbler’s Pose, Pigeon Pose and Split Pose also tolerate emotionally charged situations well — the hips are often storehouses for unprocessed emotions, and many people shy away from these poses because they aren’t comfortable with accessing the hidden feelings they may have. Just remember that boundaries are healthy. You don’t want to overextend yourself, making you either overly vulnerable emotionally or prone to muscle pulls physically.

Click here to find out what your favorite YOGA pose says about you! 

Bind My Wandering Heart to Thee

I'm guilty of it - so often, I think we forget to cry out to God. We get busy in day-to-day life and praying is not the first thing on our agenda. We make to-do lists in our heads, brace ourselves for the trying day ahead and forget to call on the Maker of All Good Things. 

This is a tragedy; because, He is the one that sets our life in motion. He is the one that blesses his children beyond compare. We get too busy scheduling all our blessings that we forget the Blesser! 

We need to challenge ourselves every morning to praise our Father in Heaven for His hand of provision - for without his  protection we stand undefended. Thank you Lord for your mercies every morning and at night. You make the sun rise and set. We will praise you for your abundant goodness! 

Thrill of the Hunt

So, I recently visited this little gem of a store in Virginia. Talk about cute! The owners of this little shop up cycle furniture! What is up cycle you say? They take discarded or pieces “bumped and bruised” and restore them into beautiful, unique statement pieces. 

You can view the website here and the gallery here.

I think I might try my hand at up cycling some furniture soon. Let’s hope my little apartment can handle it. Time to get crafty.  

Coffee Mountain

This picture made me happy. As, I sit in my icebox cold office, this picture really brings peace to my mind. I can almost imagine myself there – about to slide my hand over one warm mug of coffee. The pine in the distance invades my senses. I imagine it smells like a crisp spring morning – wet, crisp, clean and earthy. Birds sweetly sing, creating a background song of pure serenity. Oh, to be in the mountains right now, gazing on God’s beautiful creation! My soul sings:

Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.  –Psalm 90:2

Teamotions

Enjoyed sipping on this warm, soothing tea this afternoon. All of the proceeds of the blends Courage, Honor and Commitment go to the Semper Fi Fund. Read the FULL story of this charity HERE.

If you have a special person or friend in your life serving in the United States Military, there are a few special blends made just for them. 

This would make a great birthday or Christmas present. It would even fit nicely in a gift basket (house warming, care package, get well...etc.) 

If you are cold, tea will warm you.  If you are too heated, it will cool you.  If you are depressed, it will cheer you.  If you are excited, it will calm you.  - Gladstone, 1865

Watermelon Cooler

This looks absolutely fantastic! It's a WATERMELON drink - for the summer! Perfect thing to cool off those HOT days - especially if you don't have central air. I have window units, so know how piping hot it can be if you are trying to conserve on energy and make sure those bills are not through the roof high. 

These drinks are 90 calories per serving - awesome! And have a coconut taste to them (even better!) 

• 3 cups cubed chilled watermelon 
• 1 cup coconut water 
• squeeze of fresh lime 
• Sprig of mint

Put all ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth. Makes two servings. 

Viola! Delicious. I am definitely going to try these when headed to the beach. (Which I hope is soon!)