Just when I thought things couldn't have gotten any cuter with my steal of a hot cocoa pot...they got cuter. (Thanks to pink pajamas and pink marshmallows, of course!)
Bliss, right?! :)
MY SISTA!
My sister, Hope, is here!!!! She came in town on Wednesday, and I am so very excited to have her in Wilmy. And she has a blog...
My sister, Hope, is here!!!! She came in town on Wednesday, and I am so very excited to have her in Wilmy. And she has a blog...
It's brand new. And super cute. You should go visit!
She is planning a wedding and loves, loves, loves pink.
So head over there and follow my bffie sissy! [Hope in a Blog]
Y'all, I am so excited about this. One: I'm thrilled to connect and reflect in community with other readers! Two: I am hopeful to get more of you plugged into this awesome devotional. I'll review it for the linkup...but I'm telling you...this book...mmm! So good for the heart.
This hits home with me. There is so much out there about "Do what makes you happy." "Follow your passions." Those sorts of things. Those are well and good, but I believe they should be secondary to this:
If you are a Believer and "what makes you happy" or your "passion" doesn't push you more towards Christ, perhaps there are some things you should reconsider! I say that in gentleness and in love. These words just made my heart sing thanks to Chloe at Beyond Blessed.
If you are a Believer and "what makes you happy" or your "passion" doesn't push you more towards Christ, perhaps there are some things you should reconsider! I say that in gentleness and in love. These words just made my heart sing thanks to Chloe at Beyond Blessed.
NOLA BOUND
I'm heading to New Orleans for the first time tomorrow. My longtime oh-so-lovely childhood BFF and her hubby have lived there for 2.5 years now, and I just can't believe I haven't been there to see them yet! Now is the time! I can't wait!!
If you want to keep up with me as I travel this weekend, go ahead and follow me on Insta!
Happy weekend, everyone!
Love the mug and the glitter nails! Have fun in Nola! Such a fascinating city! I haven't been since before Katrina but I would love to check it out again.
ReplyDeleteYou're going to looooove New Orleans! My college roommate lives there now and I always have the BEST time when I visit her. Sun, jazz, and southern food...it doesn't get much better than that :)
ReplyDeleteThis post makes my heart smile!! :D SERIOUS cuteness overload @ #1, girl!! Hot chocolate with PINK marshmallows in your adorable mug, with your super cute glitter mani {+ pink pajamas} ~ LOVE it!! I will def check out your sister's blog! Thanks for sharing!! AMEN to #4!! The Bible instructs us, "Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith...." {2 Corinthians 13:5} Your words of care and love towards encouraging this in fellow believers is a beautiful thing that glorifies our Savior!! <3 ...Lastly, ENJOY, ENJOY your trip!!! ...& your time with your childhood BFF!!! How EXCITING!! Will be praying for your safe travels there and back and that it'll be a sweet time of joy, laughter, and celebrating your friends' as they tie the knot!! {Congrats to them!!} Love 'n *HUGS*!!
ReplyDeleteNola is on my bucket list!!! I cannot wait to go there - have fun for me too! Love that do more of what makes you holy - too cute!
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with #4 and couldn't have said it any better! Have fun in Nola and I can't wait to watch the wedding on Sunday!
ReplyDeleteThere is NOTHING better than watching girlie shows with a girlie bestie... I am looking forward to watching their wedding too!! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday, girlie!
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Love the quote! So true. Have so much fun on your trip!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time in NOLA! Eat all the yummy food and soak in all of the amazing culture!
ReplyDeleteI could use a cup of that hot chocolate right about now!!! You're going to have so much fun in NOLA! I'm so excited to watch the wedding as well! Too bad we're not closer so we could have a big watch par-tay!!!! Happy weekend, dear!
ReplyDeletePink marshmallows look amazing! <3 it!
ReplyDeleteYou are going to LOVE LOVE LOVE NOLA, it is one of my favorite cities to visit. I've been there five times and love it all. YOu need to go to Mulatte's to eat, it's amazing food. And def Cafe Du Monde :)!
I want to go to New Orleans sooooo badly!! Take plenty of pictures!!!
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love number 4! That totally hit home for me! I hope you have an amazing time in NOLA. I can't wait to go there one day!
ReplyDeleteLove your list sweet girl!! Have so much fun in NOLA! What a beautiful little city! Praying your trip is filled with blessings, adventures, & laughter :)
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for sharing #4. Really convicted of this the past couple of weeks
xox
Have a great time in NOLA! It's on my list of places to visit too!
ReplyDeleteHope you have the best weekend in Nola!! I've never been and it's definitely on my list!
ReplyDeleteHave fun in NOLA!!! Take tons of photos :) I'm sure you will have a blast, I hope you have a wonderful weekend xoxo
ReplyDeleteI just bought some pink marshmallows this week too!! Aren't they the sweetest?! LOVE that your sissy has joined the blogging world! So Fun!
ReplyDeleteAND that quote! Wow! So true! I hear that all the time - "Do what makes you happy" - but that can be so deceiving! Great words this morning, love!
Thanks for ALWAYS being so encouraging to me & those around you! LOVE YOU!
we need to do coffee soon. or hot chocolate. either way... we need to have some chat time again :)
ReplyDeleteWe are headed to New Orleans in September for the first time so I can't wait to hear about your weekend there! And I am sooo excited for the Bachelor wedding, yay! Have a blast this weekend :)
ReplyDeleteOk I'm so excited for you heading down to NOLA! I am planning a trip over mardi gras (my first time too) so I will need to know all the fab spots...you will share, won't you? =)
ReplyDeletePS - Your sister is just a beautiful as you!
Yum! Pink marshmallows?! Have tons of fun in New Orleans!! :)
ReplyDeleteNOLA is such an amazing place! I hope you have a wonderful time!! So excited for you :)
ReplyDeleteThose marshmallows look so good! :)
ReplyDeleteI was actually born in New Orleans! How fun. I hope you have the best time with your sweet friends! Looking forward to jumping in on the devotional conversations & LOVE that quote! Beautiful truth. Happy weekend girl!
ReplyDeleteHow cute are those pink marshmallows?! I love New Orleans! You're going to have the best time!
ReplyDeleteHave so much fun in New Orleans!! Definitely stop by Cafe du Monde. You won't regret it. I'm sure your friend will take you!!
ReplyDeleteHave so much fun in New Orleans!! Definitely stop by Cafe du Monde. You won't regret it. I'm sure your friend will take you!!
ReplyDeleteYour sister has a blog?! I will have to follow her!! Hope your visit (and hers) is MAGICAL!
ReplyDeleteHave fun in NOLA! Loove the pink cocoa...perfect for love month coming up! :)
ReplyDeleteWatching girl shows with fellow chicas is the best. Have fun this weekend! :)
ReplyDeleteNow I want hot chocolate with pink marshmallows!
ReplyDeleteHappy friday! have fun in NOLA!
Can't wait to link up with you awesome ladies!
ReplyDeletelove love love everything about this post! Especially your sparkle nails! What color is that?!
ReplyDeleteHun, you will have SO much fun in NOLA ... Ian and I went there for our one year anniversary and we still talk about how utterly amazing that trip was. We totally fell in love with the city and all of its lovely quirkiness. Enjoy, travel safe, and have fun watching the wedding on Sunday!
ReplyDeleteSo excited to welcome your sister to the blogging community!! Have a wonderful time in NOLA and safe travels!
ReplyDeleteLove number 4!
ReplyDeleteI've never been to NOLA, but I hear it's absolutely divine! Please take pictures :)
ReplyDeleteI'll be stopping by your sister's blog....now!
I have those marshmallows!! They are excellent!! If you are downtown NOLA there's this place called Deanies and their crawfish étouffée and their buck town blues salad is to die for!! Does not disappoint!! Have a fabulous time on your trip!!
ReplyDeleteI don't know how I missed the post with the awesome cocoa pot! I fully plan on going to the mall after work and hoping they still have some!
ReplyDeleteI will be definitely check out your sister's blog. Oh, and I love number four. I pray that my passions align more fully with holiness. Wouldn't it be awesome if our passion was holiness?
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Elise,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the follow on GFC! I returned the favor! So excited to read your blog and stalk your wedding photos! Thanks for introducing me to Hope in a Blog! So glad to have 2 new blogs to follow!
xx,
Cayte
Have a great time in NOLA!! My hubs is actually there right now on business, he has been before and says it is amazing. I LOVE that mug too!
ReplyDeleteHave fun in New Orleans!! I've never been but hear it's a great place to visit! Can't wait to check out your sister's blog. Heading over there now! And really loving that quote today.
ReplyDeleteI will be heading to NOLA next weekend!! So FUN!! Hope y'all have a great time!
ReplyDeleteYAAAAAAAAYY!!! Have SO much fun with Ash!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd how cute is your sis?! xo
Again.. super jealous about your NOLA trip!!
ReplyDeleteAgain.. super jealous about your NOLA trip!!
ReplyDeleteAgain.. super jealous about your NOLA trip!!
ReplyDeletePink marshmallows definitely make hot chocolate better!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the Wife After God link-up. That hits home with me so I will definitely check it out.
Have a great trip!
I was majorly crushing on that marshmallow picture the other day! YAY for Hope and her blog! I hope you two had a lovely day at Starbucks! So jealous of your New Orleans trip. You best be posting some photos lovey! xo
ReplyDeleteEvery time I see that pink marshmellow cup I want to be in my PJs, at home, and warm!!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy NOLA! I LOVE Nola (the restaurant!) and don't forget to eat benegiets!
Love that quote!! I've already started following your sis. Love you, know I'll love her. :) Have a great weekend in NOLA!!
ReplyDeleteOh my! Pink marshmallows. So very fun! Have a great weekend. :]
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see your NOLA pics!! ANDDD Sean & Catherine's wedding....can not wait! :) Have so much fun!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited to be following your sisters blog now :) loveeee the pink marshmallows and the anthro mug too, of course!! I pinned that same pin this week--- pursue holiness- so good girl!. Happy weekend!!
ReplyDeletePink marshmallows make everything better. NOLA is on my list of must visit places. Hope you have an amazing time, love!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you to be going to Nola this weekend! Make sure you take TONS of photos for me :-) Also, already loving your sweet sisters blog!! I look forward to learning more about her in the months to come through her post. Happy weekend sweet friend :-)
ReplyDeleteYour first photo just makes me happy...cup of hot cocoa, pink marshmallows, & gold glitter nail polish= perfection! And, your #4 gave me CHILLS! I completely agree...the inspirational quotes are fun, but following where God leads is first in my life! xoxo
ReplyDeletePink hot chocolate - yummy! I have never been to New Orleans but would love to go. Have a blast and blog all about it. Quote is awesome.
ReplyDeletePink marshmallows, sister time, and New Orleans -- what a fabulous round up! Enjoy your weekend!! :)
ReplyDeleteSo much to say! LOVE that quote...have a great time in NOLA...and Sean & Catherine--AHHHH, I can't even wait!!!! XOXO
ReplyDeleteOh, girl we have those mugs, too! Love them, esp with the mini mallows, those are a must!! Have fun with your sista in town!!
ReplyDeleteLove the pink marshmallows! That definitely makes the hot chocolate even better. :)
ReplyDeleteAside from that rad mug, I'm LOVING your polish!! xoxo Nessa
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Have a GREAT trip and I LOVE the "do more of what makes you holy" ...for sure need to do that in my life!
ReplyDeleteYour cup with marshmallows literally made my mouth water!!! I love marshmallows, but pink makes them even better. Love your blog!!!
ReplyDeletewhat a great blog - so happy to find it! have fun in NOLA - definitely on my bucket list too.
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what a great blog - so happy to find it! have fun in NOLA - definitely on my bucket list too.
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Have SO MUCH FUN in New Orleans!! It's on my list of places to go!!
ReplyDeleteShoot, I'm behind a few days on the devo- I need to catch up! Also, so exciting that Hope has a blog- how fun :) Have fun this weekend, friend!
ReplyDeleteOhh I can't wait to check out your sissys blog!!! Have a blast in Nola and be careful!! I can't believe I passed Charlotte airport this morning when you posted on insta that you were taking off! We were SO close! Love you sweets!
ReplyDeleteHi Elise, thanks for stopping by my Five on Friday and I'm glad we share a love of false eyelashes! I'm lovin those pink marshmallows. Have fun in New Orleans!
ReplyDeleteNola is great! You'll have a wonderful time!
ReplyDeleteLove it!
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Lauren Elizabeth
Petite in Pearls
I love Nola! Have fun!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your very sweet comment on my blog. I hope you're having a wonderful time in New Orleans! It is FUN! Also, I just love those pink marshmallows--I'm going to use the idea for Valentine's Day hot chocolate.
ReplyDeleteHot chocolate for me!
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#4 is spot on! I might be sharing that one soon!
ReplyDeleteHey there, Elise! Loooove your blog! Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day! You are too sweet. By the way, sisters are THE BEST, aren't they?!? I have no idea what I would do without mine. :) Enjoy your Sunday and have a beautiful week! :) :) :)
ReplyDeleteI loved all five! I hope you had a Fabulous time in NOLA!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to have to check out your sisters blog! If it is half as cute as yours I will love it!
ReplyDeleteLove that quote! Hope you had a wonderful weekend. I ordered the Wife After God devotional last week and just started it yesterday.
ReplyDeletePink hot chocolate!! Whaaaaat?! Too amazing.
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