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02 August 2012

Hair affairs and a thankful Thursday!


Yikers!  So much to catch up on!!  We haven’t been home before midnight since Friday, so I’m sorry for the blogging hiatus but I’m hoping to get caught up! 

So my hair affairs…well, truth be told, I’m notorious for letting my roots grow out much longer than should even be legal.  I used to be better at it but it just takes so much time!  It also becomes quite pricey and numerous times, my awesome hair guy Stu (which happens to be my 2nd cousin), has told me that my hair is going to break and fall out because I put it through so much (color, hair drying, flat ironing, curling iron, etc.).  As Wendy would say, my hair is definitely fried, dried, and leanin’ to tha side!

Rewind to a couple weekends ago.  It was Wednesday night and we were leaving to Sacramento Friday morning.  My hair was a WRECK.  I know the whole ombre hair color thing is in style (looks good on you, Addy!), but my hair was so bad I couldn’t even pass it off as that.  I was desperate but didn’t have time in my schedule to go see Stu before we left.  My bangs were also ridiculously long and limp, causing them to look like I had a fruit roll-up strip plastered across my forehead.  Two words – ALL BAD. 

So in my desperation, I did the unthinkable.  I frantically called Sonia for help because I vaguely remember her mentioning she had done it before - box dye.  *GASP!!!!*  I know, right?!?!  And I also had to do something with my slap bracelet bangs so I also followed Sonia’s lead in booking an appointment with a salon at the mall.  *DOUBLE GASP!!!!*  Both were two things I had never done before, and actually never even imagined I would do because I am so particular about my hair, but I have to give big ups to Sonia...that girl knew what she was talkin’ about.  The guy at the salon cut my bangs just how I wanted them and Sonia did a PHENOMENAL job on my hair.  Thank God for Sonia! :D

Don’t get me wrong, I do need to make an appointment with Stu soon, but I have to admit that Sonia came through in my time of need (as she does often, actually :D).  Thank you, Sonia!  I am so privileged to have you in my life…not just because of your hair color prowess, but because you are the kind of girlfriend that every girl needs, and few have.  Thank you for always being there for me, for your thoughtfulness and kindness, and for the blessing of your friendship!  I love you lots!

Oh and this past Saturday, we got blowouts, then went on a double date with our hubbies!  It was big fun! 


Pre-blowout…no judging!  They told us to come in with our hair not done and I had been running around all morning!  Although looking at this pic, my hair looks pretty tore up. :/



Curls are tight in the pic, but they had to be that way so that by the evening, they would loosen and fall…and of course, I teased it a bit more before leaving for our date. 
Big hair = big fun! :D
Thankful this Thursday for…Sonia! 

Have a great Friday Eve!!

05 July 2012

Thankful Thursday...for grace

Good reminder and thank God for grace. 

What is it about feeling like no matter how much we do, it’s never enough?  Praising the Lord for the blessing of those in my life that keep me from going crazy (or at least minimize it), and for the grace He extends to us daily. :D  Happy Thursday, friends!

29 June 2012

Thankful Thursday - with some wedding pics ;)


Praise God from whom all blessings flow!  On this Thankful Thursday, I am praising my Heavenly Father for…


§  Awesome girl time with Hongie – thank you for sharing your vaca pics and for the nail TLC!  You are near and dear to my heart girlie…love you lots! XOXO


§  Wedding pictures!  We received all our pictures on discs today…we haven’t gone through all of them yet but I'm sure I'll be sharing in days to come!  So excited for our album to arrive!


§  Yummy somen salad – I don’t mean to brag, but I think I made a pretty tasty SS this week…twice!


§  J’s back!  Omigosh folks, the girl is driving again, AND it’s manual!!!  Whoop whoop! 


§  My love’s back is better (he had a little spasm) and had a major win at his basketball game!


§  Our special team at work – they truly are the best ever – family, friends, co-workers…all wrapped up in one!



§  Healing loved ones that are sickie!  Mommy, Daddy, Tin, Addy – glad you’re on the mend!

§  A weekend home with the hubby…seemingly rare these days. :P


What blessings are you counting today?

21 June 2012

Thankful Thursday!

Tomorrow we are headed to Las Vegas for the weekend, but before leaving, just wanted to share some of the things I’m thankful for this Thursday (again, in no particular order)!

§  God’s faithfulness - to me, my Mister, to our family, hearing the progress that J’s making with her back…the riches of His goodness is humbling.

§  The most amazing husband…home safe and sound.


§  Awesome Fathers!


§  My toe folks, is finally almost well.  I’m having to sacrifice my high heels and the clubs this time around, but have no fear, my flat's days are limited.  Yippee!

§  Wonderful friends – looking forward to big fun with friends this weekend, precious time spent with Wendy last weekend, being with Sonia in the office this week – they all fill my life with such deep joy and happiness!


§  Family.  I feel like I’m always talking about Mommy, Daddy, Nafan-Chan, Diana, Lolli Oli and Bubbas, but I can’t help but feel so immensely blessed by each of them…again, God’s goodness.


§  The miracle of life!  Friends and family that are expecting (J+R, J+L, A+B, W+J, S+S), praying for good health and comfortability (as much as possible!) as you prepare to deliver a blessing into this world!


And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Colossians 3:17

17 May 2012

A Thankful Thursday...

For some odd reason, as I was showering tonight, I was so overcome with gratitude that I thought I might cry.  I’m actually not much of a crier, so no tears were shed, but my heart was definitely overflowing.  It has inspired my thankful Thursday post.

I’m not quite sure if this will become a regular series on the blog, although having an attitude of gratitude is healthy, but we’re going to give this a go today.
This Thursday, I am thankful for (in no particular order)…

§  God.  Thanking the Lord for all the blessings and provisions that He provides in my life…minute by minute, day by day, 24/7. 

§  The most amazing husband I could ever have prayed for.  I don’t blog much about him specifically, mostly because I don’t want to bore anyone else with the mushy stuff, but he is the greatest mate that God could have provided.  He is selfless, giving, generous, loving, caring, attentive, patient, and a man of God.  He warms my heart every day and I praise God for giving him to me.


§  The best parents in the world.  Thank you for going to the Fantasmic event until 2am with us, for welcoming me home when the internet at my place is out and for SO much more. 

§  Awesome girlfriends.  Being with J until 2am, chatting the night away – time with her is a gift to my soul.  Wendy, whether it’s hanging out on a holiday, or talking on the phone on the way home after her date(s), she makes my heart happy and my life full.  Dinner with Hongie last night – that girl brings me unspeakable joy.  Sonia – the one who brings me peace, encouragement and love on a daily basis.  For all my other girlfriends that I didn’t see this week, I’m grateful for you too!


§  My job.  I know it seems crazy, but I thank God for the opportunity to do what I do, with people that I love, all while in the most comfortable office ever.  Couldn’t ask for anything more.


§  Eden in Love winning first place!  WOO HOO!!!

§  Fun Snail Mail from Addy!  I love snail mail and I received the cutest notecard and letter from Addy this week!  The most wonderful friendship that blossomed from our wedding, no doubt. 



§  My toe getting better..slowly, but it’s on the mend!

§  Those of you that read this blog!  Thank you for joining me in the chaos called life.

§  And last but not least…fabulous family.  I have no words to articulate the deep love and appreciation I have for them all.  I am humbled by their constant support and so grateful for their presence in my life.

Who are you thankful for?  Thank someone today, for being who they are to you!