***Snow Flakes in a Blizzard***

Happy St. Patrick's Day Weekend

We Finally had our first Snow of the Year! We had to hold out a long time for this storm. I would have loved to have a white Christmas, but nope we had ourselves a white St. Patricks Day instead. I'll take it! 

This was Amelie's first time playing in and enjoying the snow. She loved watching the snowflakes fall and would hold out her hand trying to capture as many as she could. I love this stage she is in right now. She is soaking up Everything. Chad and I have a walking imitator, anything from our sounds, actions, singing....

 I love the snow, well in moderation and when I am not the one driving...oh and when it doesn't result in a 5 day power outage! I love the peaceful sound to the air, it's as if the world is pausing for a moment.  As I watched the largest snowflakes I have ever seen fall from the sky I was caught in amazement of God's handy work.  There was a documentary I watched awhile back called "Tilt a Whirl" and he used a line that struck a cord in me... "Snowflakes in a Blizzard".  Don't you just love the way that sounds. We are unique, individual, special, crafted by our Fathers hands chosen to live in this beautiful blizzard of a world. 

 I am a snowflake. Completely different than any other individual. I completely understand the pressures of this world. But why do we continue to try to keep up with it, we are only damaging the edges of our snowflake.  Trying to re-create a different image than what God has designed for us to be. My true desire is to see the beauty and characteristics in others and respect it, not feel the pressure of "keeping up".  I know how hard it can be to see someone who is perfect on the outside, or seems to have it all together and be envious of it or get down on yourself. But what if we were to stop those feelings before the enemy lets them take over. What  if we were to give a compliment, or to just be kind when you are having those jealous feelings. Then we would not be letting the devil win.  I want to be a strong snowflake, one whose edges don't wear off and melt into the mixture of society.  I want to pay compliments more, admire Gods creation in others beauty and not be envious, and be more approachable with others. Yes, we are snowflakes in a blizzard, but it is up to how we blow around. Are we going to toss and be swayed by the ways of the world or will we choose to be strong in who our Father designed us to be. 

Etsy Store Launch Day!!!

I finally made the decision to open up shop! My stomach has been in knots all day.  Nervous, Excited,  all of the emotions in one. I have been waiting for the right time to open up trying to make sure all of my ducks are in a row.  So much so that I almost put it off today, just to make sure my office was completely spotless. I'm kind of OCD in that sense. I can't think with a mess around, but i'm finding that there will always be something holding me back and there may never really be the perfect time. With much Prayer and Patience from good friends and family I am at peace with opening up shop. So here we go! Cheers to a Happy "Etsy" Launch!!!

Amelie is pretty excited for Mommy too, don't you think;)

Love you my sweet little inspiration.

Sneak Peak into {Birds of a Freckle} Spring Blooms

Coming this week to Etsy......

{Birds of a Freckle} Photos provided by Apryle Rivera Photography

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A Welcomed Saturday

A Very Welcomed Saturday ;) I finally was out of the house for a good part of the day, out of leggings and feeling so much better.  While out and about with Chad and Amelie I found some really fun Vintage finds! Does your heart ever skip a beat when you see something you love! Wether it's the color (for me that color is Always Turquoise), texture (lace),  or the way it feels in your hand...like it was meant to be. Well even if it's not "meant to be" I'm pretty good at finding very logical reasoning of why i need it.  Well, I found some really great things to use for {Birds of a Freckle}, Tea cups for all of those tea parties I have (eh-hem...One day),  and beautiful Turquoise hanging wire basket for the very soon flower planting (still praying for a green thumb).

The Day After the Rain....

I love the Crisp, Fresh air the day after a storm.  There is just something about the feeling it  brings... a new day,  a fresh start...a new season is right  around the corner. Spring!! My favorite season of all. I love the new colors, warmth, outdoors,  flowers,  (sigh)  so much to look forward to.  

Amelie embracing the Sunshine and early blooms

Some Fun, Colorful {Birds of a Freckle} to come..................

Distressed Bow tie Clips/ Brooch pins to add a little Flare to your hair, purse, scarves, sweaters etc...

  

Mustard and Pink felt clips with a little touch of vintage inspired lace trim

Spring Colors!! Bright/light pink combo 

How about a little Mint with your Tea?

{Love Conquers All Things}

A Time to be Still...

I love how our Father knows just how to get us to stop and "Be still" 

For me it took the flu.  My very least favorite cold ever! I hate it, and honestly would compare it pretty darn close to child birth. Okay, okay...I guess that I'm being a little dramatic but what's new.  I really cannot remember the last time I have been sick like this. My husband was such a champ.  He saw and put up with a lot.  The best part of it all was that he just let me (told me) to "Rest".  That is what i literally did was just sleep the day away and tuned out every noise and distraction. The past couple of days have been spent recouping and sanitizing the house, which is not exactly what i pictured myself doing on these cozy rainy days. Nope, not at all. I would have loved to craft, read a good book by the fire, you know...your typical wish you could do list on rainy days.  

Jesus knows my heart and what I need to motivate me. Even to clean the house.  I have had Pandora on all day listening to the "Gungor" station. This is my favorite station, it is filled so much worship.  Anyways, when i get going on cleaning, I am in no mood to stop until everything is somewhat finished. But today God has literally made me stop come into the living room and just praise HIm!

He is so Good! He touches my heart where I am in need the most. He is the bread of life. If i could just be still more often...how much fuller my heart would be. 

Be still and know that He is God!!!

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