tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19147999673175553852024-03-13T11:43:20.299-05:00live out loudlet your voice be heardkaris lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-51145136242856551142011-03-31T20:38:00.002-05:002011-03-31T20:41:54.469-05:00the beginning of forever...i have been changed for good. story to follow...<br />
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.<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/KDV9UljxRMk?fs=1" width="425"></iframe>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-86097565692324185182011-02-07T23:49:00.000-06:002011-02-07T23:49:18.358-06:00the few, the proud, the followersfor all of you still faithfully following, here is a GOLD STAR. I have had design woe after design woe. But I believe there is light at the end of the tunnel. I am nearing the end of my journey. Hang with me! I will make it worth your while. And that's a promise.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-81657388889917634242010-12-01T10:39:00.005-06:002010-12-01T10:41:34.279-06:00time<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: 'MS Sans Serif'; font-size: x-small;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I knelt to pray but not for long,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I had too much to do.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I had to hurry and get to work</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> For bills would soon be due.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> So I knelt and said a hurried prayer,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> And jumped up off my knees.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> My Christian duty was now done</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> My soul could rest at ease.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> All day long I had no time</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> To spread a word of cheer.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> No time to speak of Christ to friends,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> They'd laugh at me I'd fear.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> No time, no time, too much to do,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> That was my constant cry,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> No time to give to souls in need</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> But at last the time, the time to die.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I went before the Lord,</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I came, I stood with downcast eyes.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> For in his hands God held a book;</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> It was the book of life.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> God looked into his book and said</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> "Your name I cannot find.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> I once was going to write it down...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> But never found the time"</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><wbr></wbr></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> Author Unknown</span></span>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-67507418839086534742010-11-22T09:19:00.001-06:002010-11-22T09:31:51.993-06:00coming soon to a screen near you...is my new blog! i am SO excited about this. no, i have not been neglecting you precious readers, just waiting to share all my recent news until the new bloggy is up. oh, and i have some BIG news. please stay tuned!karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-83550737219452976912010-11-06T23:10:00.003-05:002011-02-24T15:28:01.927-06:00teaser<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">back from NYC! don't worry. i'll tell ya the whole story.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhzqojg-7yAh5Xtd06ZXgkrhQK7ZJVGcIohmTt3LAgp6WCt4w-ioM1Gw_CcbvraAWazeTqQgrJQFrZe0bMpnJyWoejxqr8TfwMiCrvgyiAz9QC8aHfIc9eL6Cd5bT8vom-3IpIsZnmfb9C/s1600/Photo0327.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhzqojg-7yAh5Xtd06ZXgkrhQK7ZJVGcIohmTt3LAgp6WCt4w-ioM1Gw_CcbvraAWazeTqQgrJQFrZe0bMpnJyWoejxqr8TfwMiCrvgyiAz9QC8aHfIc9eL6Cd5bT8vom-3IpIsZnmfb9C/s640/Photo0327.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-60610911065809381252010-11-01T12:28:00.002-05:002010-11-01T12:31:29.302-05:00my recent obsessionsyes. i have been MIA for a while. but, I AM BACK. with a renewed zeal and fervor for blogging. if you have any specific topics you want me to cover, or any ideas for things you would like to read about, please do not hesitate to let me know! i'm all ears.<br />
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the following are my latest craves, loves, and desires. enjoy!<br />
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did someone say juliska??? i sure did! this charming china has stolen my heart. check out their website :<a href="http://www.juliska.com/">http://www.juliska.com/</a> for some mouth watering fun. i want it all! in every color.<br />
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extra's new dessert gum is well, A DESSERT WRAPPED UP IN A STICK OF GUM! delish. it's a must try. my personal fave is key lime pie.<br />
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have you been wanting to smell delightfully yummy? i have the perfume for you. viva la juicy is the perfect choice, and is sure to please not only yourself, but everyone around you.<br />
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need to add a little rough and tough to your wardrobe? get a pair of combat boots! i am a proud owner of these fierce steve madden boots. you should get some too.<br />
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i am into all things high waisted this season. if you don't own a pair of high waisted pants, you need to.<br />
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i am getting older and my need for professional clothing is becoming greater. zara is a great place to find work appropriate clothes that have been juxtaposed with the latest fashion trends. too bad they don't have one in alabama.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">want celebrity style waves? i have FINALLY found the answer. get yourself a clampless iron. i promise it will do the trick. if you don't want to spend a lot of money, go to ulta and get their clampless wand. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">thirsty??? me too! i am hooked on powerade zero. great thirst quencher with zero cals. who doesn't want that?</div><br />
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one of my favorite things about fall is football. its a staple. and yes, i love the TIDE.<br />
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it's good to be back. i think i'll stay awhile. hope to hear from you!<br />
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soli deo gloria.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Jr-2eyRtV4">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Jr-2eyRtV4</a><br />
this is to get you in the mood for my favorite holiday.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-14118126066125573522010-09-25T13:45:00.001-05:002010-09-25T13:56:36.534-05:00i can hear the bells<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>i LOVE hairspray. the show that is. come to think of it, i am pretty obsessed with the product as well (gotta keep the hair in place, people)! last night, i went to see my beautiful friend, jennifer, in tuscaloosa's production of hairspray. IT WAS FABULOUS. i will be singing all of the songs now for a few weeks. the boyfriend is super excited about that. ; )<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">jennifer was tammy. she did an outstanding job. i felt like a proud mother!</div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"> my FAVE song from hairspray is "good morning baltimore", but since i've already posted it, i will leave you with my second love.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><object height="295" style="background-image: url(http://i2.ytimg.com/vi/ULZBUMQfRmc/hqdefault.jpg);" width="480"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/ULZBUMQfRmc?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/ULZBUMQfRmc?fs=1&hl=en_US" width="480" height="295" allowscriptaccess="never" allowfullscreen="true" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed></object>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-81982322080386506932010-09-08T19:46:00.001-05:002010-09-08T19:49:30.628-05:0030 minute lifechangeri have decided to embark on a new journey. the jillian michael's 30 day shred journey. you all need know that I <s>love</s> hate to workout! seriously, like despise it. but, i know that i really should be concerned with my health, so i am stepping out on a limb here. wanna know why i chose this particular workout dvd? BECAUSE IT'S ONLY A 30 MINUTE WORKOUT!! great results in 30 minutes? sign me up please!<br />
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soli deo gloria.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS4giqtbRBM">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nS4giqtbRBM</a>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-7308965809324314942010-09-02T06:40:00.001-05:002010-09-02T18:46:59.274-05:00you can get with this, or you can get with thatone of the biggest colors for this fall is <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">GREEN! </span>it's such a fun, warm, transition from summer kinna color. this means that you are going to need some skinny green cargo pants. trust me, you do. however, if you are like me, your budget doesn't include enough $$$ for these 200+ dollar j brand trend setters:<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">song of the day: </span></b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfJnqbudMzs">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfJnqbudMzs</a>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-79062562269895124262010-08-29T10:51:00.002-05:002010-08-29T12:41:07.987-05:00caution: read at your own riskwhen i decided that my blog wouldn't just be about fashion, food, fab finds, and favorite things, but would include the Reason for my existence, i knew it could potentially garner some controversy or cause people not to read. why is Jesus so controversial? good question. He has been since the day He came to this earth over 2000 years ago. if we acknowledge that Jesus really is the Son of God, and that He is the only way to Heaven, we are excluding every other way that man has created to try and inherit eternal life. insert cricket noise. this view is far from popular and accepted. and i'm ok with that.<br />
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i would have been remiss in my blogging attempts if i failed to talk about the Creator of the Universe and His Son. like i said, its not what people want to read, it's not entertaining, and it's definitely not the cool thing to do, but do i care? not really. some people won't understand my heart very well because they don't know me. that's ok too. if you want to question something that i've said, challenge me, or simply offer your opinion, please feel free to do so. i try to make myself as clear as possible, but it is sometimes a futile attempt when communicating via a keyboard and words on a screen.<br />
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i am a flawed human being who is scratching and clawing out their way on this journey and learning new things on a daily basis by the grace of God. my heart is an open book, as you can see. i wish to share it with you knowing the risks that entails.<br />
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at this point in time, i am seeking employment at a non-profit organization, i.e. hannah home, turning point, the king's ranch, united way, etc. i need to know that i am making a direct impact every day and that in some small way, I am changing the world. no, it's not glamorous (and i love glamor), but as much as we have done it unto the least of these, we have done it unto Him. and that's what's gonna count for eternity. if you know of any possible leads, ideas, or positions, please let me know.<br />
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maybe you can see where i am coming from a little better now. maybe not. and yes, i will continue to to talk about fashion, food, fab finds, and favorite things, but i wanted you to know where my ultimate treasure is, and know the Center of my focus.<br />
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let me hear from you. soli deo gloria.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flm4xcOyiCo">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flm4xcOyiCo</a><br />
so in love with this song. doesn't get any better than andy williams.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-15314419324217870762010-08-27T10:19:00.000-05:002010-08-27T10:19:00.928-05:00the face of Christi think most of us picture Jesus, as a clean, well-groomed, clothes nicely pressed kind of guy. i mean, He is after all, the Son of God. But the more I get to know the children of God, I am finding that maybe, just maybe, the face of Christ isn't as pristine as I thought.<br />
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Jesus is manifested in the lives of believers all across the world. and a lot of those believers' faces aren't pretty. they are smudged with dirt and filth from the poverty infested lands that they inhabit-they are covered in sores and boils from the diseases that ravage their bodies-they are filled with pain and sorrow from the hardships that they are forced to endure-they are toothless and distorted from the lack of money for medical care-they are sad and lonely from the longing that they have to be loved. this, to me, is a more accurate depiction of the face of Christ.<br />
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my heart breaks as i realize how far off base i have been when thinking about my Savior. those gleaming, squeaky clean, million dollar faces are not at all what Jesus represented. He stood for the poor, the unlovely, the meek, the downcast, the rejected, the hurting people of the world. so why don't i?<br />
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my focus has been redirected. as i seek to become closer to Christ, i realize that i need to become closer to the people that He healed, comforted, and loved. i want my face to look like His.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-14880599460075806812010-08-20T16:49:00.005-05:002010-08-20T23:44:34.651-05:00kreme filledthe following post is going to be like a box of assorted doughnuts-some things you may like, some you may not. i am the essence of random, with likes an interests that range from normal to eccentric. this is ok with me. hopefully, you will find something that you enjoy.<br />
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i believe i have stated before that i am very much in love with the little m&m guys. they are absolutely adorable and thoroughly amuse me. so when i saw this little guy, i had to snap a quick photo!<br />
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while we are talking about candy, let me let you in on a little secret: boston baked beans are LEGIT! dude, i could eat several boxes. shhhhh, don't tell anyone. really, you should try them. like, now.<br />
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if you having been looking for a great lip product, i have finally discovered one that you will adore! my darling friend abi, shared this with me. it is fabulous. dior's lip glow will bring out the natural shade of your lips while leaving them silky smooth.<br />
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i am really struggling with patience right now. i feel like i'm at the foot of several mountains with all my gear in place, ready to begin climbing, but i don't know which mountain to choose. i want to pour my heart and soul into my career, knowing that i am making a difference in someone's life on a daily basis. am i off base in wanting to change the world? did God create us with a minimalist attitude? i think not.<br />
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i can't put God in a box, and I don't want to do that with myself either. my prayer is that i will continue to seek Him with my whole heart and that He will continue to enlarge my coasts.<br />
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also, i am learning what it means to be a true disciple of Christ. the error of my thoughts and ways are becoming so alarmingly clear. you must read david platt's book called <i>radical. </i>don't even start to come up with an excuse. it's cheap. you HAVE the time. go buy it now.<br />
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soli deo gloria.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7M7cJ4DydQ">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7M7cJ4DydQ</a><br />
i love you, jcw.<br />
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if i get to the end of my life and i have not left a godly legacy, my life will have been in vain. i have already wasted enough time being concerned with the trivial, the earthly, the temporary things of this life. situations that i face throughout my day need to be approached with the mindset that THIS IS NOT ETERNAL. God has placed us on this planet to bring glory and honor to His name and to be a testimony of His love and grace. that's it. everything else should take a back seat. but, do i live this way consistently? i'm afraid not. God forgive me.<br />
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was Jesus radical? was he deemed a crazy person? did people understand His mission? i am supposed to be like Christ in all things. if my life is as closely aligned with Him as possible, people should look at me and think the same things as they thought about Christ 2000 years ago. refusing to blend in, denying myself and taking up my cross, rejecting the status quo of our generation, choosing truth instead of accepting compromise, should be the theme of the story of my life.<br />
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i am an ordinary girl striving to live an extraordinary life. my prayer is that the Lord will continue to cut away the excess baggage in my life in order for me to be free to run after him. the clock on the wall is ticking. i will not be left behind or come up empty handed. i've drawn my sword and officially labeled myself a radical, insane, lunatic Soldier of the Cross. who will come and join me? the time is now.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFarUed5H3c&feature=PlayList&p=4C1E676EA1C40905&playnext=1&index=19">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFarUed5H3c&feature=PlayList&p=4C1E676EA1C40905&playnext=1&index=19</a>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-85305853724218678432010-07-06T10:28:00.005-05:002010-07-13T21:32:44.362-05:00beauty on a budget i know we all wish we could look like jennifer anniston, with beautiful glowing skin, luscious locks, and pearly white teeth (not to mention the flawless body). HOWEVER, most of us to do not have a million dollar plus budget to work with. well, you might, but i sure don't. i am here to tell you that it's possible to achieve some good results with a few products that come from a classy joint that you all have near you, no matter where you live: WALLY WORLD. ok, now pick up your jaws from the floor. i promise, wal-mart can be a one stop shop for your culinary<i> and </i>cosmetic needs.<br />
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living with two beautiful sisters has some major perks. you basically have someone to do your hair and makeup at all times. also, you have a few wardrobes to choose from. i wouldn't know about half of these products without their wonderful insight. shout out to kolson and kiemel lamb-my partners in...well, everything!<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">1. Skin: </span>raise your hand if you have ever had a skin problem/issue. i see that everyone's hand is raised. you can be 12, 22, 32, 42, etc. and STILL struggle with your skin. trust me, i know how it is. i am no dermatologist, but i can give you a few tips and suggestions to help improve the state of your skin. first of all, always always always cleanse before bed. i know you're tired, but it's a must. there are several good cleansers on the market. neutrogena offers a wide variety that probably includes one for your skin type. this will instantly inprove your skin. after cleansing, you can apply some apple cider vinegar (yes, you read correctly) if you struggle with minor breakouts. beware of the slightly offensive smell. also, lemon juice is another suggestion if you have some minor red/purple spots and scarring. moving on to makeup application. i know a lot of people think that you have to coat your face in thick, liquid foundation. WRONG. it's best to cover your problem areas with maybelline super stay 24hr concealer and then apply a layer of maybelline mineral power foundation. you can top it off with a layer of maybelline mineral power bronzer for a sun kissed glow.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">2. Eyes:</span> captivating, enamoring eyes are a must for every makeup routine. i have tried shadow after shadow and still have not been able to find an ensemble that pleases me. what works the best for me is just black liner and LOTS of mascara. several coats are a must. start with curling your lashes. please take the time do this. it will open up your eyes in a big way! then line the top and bottom of your eyes with revlon's colorstay black eye liner. here's the clincher: <i>line the</i> <i>inside rim of the bottom part of your eye. </i>i promise this will give you amazing results. try it. next, apply a coat of loreal voluminous mascara. let it dry. then apply a coat of loreal telescopic mascara. this way you will have volume and length. after you let both of those dry, feel free to apply as many coats as you like! i usually do about <s>two</s> five more.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">3. Lips: </span>this is the department where i struggle! i cannot seem to get satisfied with any lip product. i need your help! please leave me some comments of your favorite lip stick/gloss/paste/stain/ink, etc!<br />
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hope you have found a useful suggestion in all of this nonsense. i'm not promising jenn anniston results, but i think you will be pleased. feel free to share any of your tips with me! coming soon: beauty on a budget-clothes edition. :)<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">p.s. i almost forgot BLUSH: </span>maybelline expert wear blush is great! go for pink shades. stay away from brown shades. it's a rule.<br />
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soli deo gloria.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-54830536126072546652010-06-22T21:43:00.002-05:002010-06-23T08:07:10.363-05:00it is welli have a lot on my mind. it's one of those times when i don't really know where to begin. i could ramble on and on with useless words that only skim the surface of the real issues at hand. how much is too much? isn't that an age old question. what can you say without saying more than you should? i need wisdom.<br />
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i believe in the sovereignty of the Almighty. i believe that He was, is, and is to come. if I could keep this at the forefront of my mind at all times, a lot of my problems would be avoided. instead, i choose to become bogged down with life's petty trials and end up immersed in an ocean of insignificant worry. instead of riding the waves with the skill of a california surfer, i am being pulled down by a powerful under current. i refuse to let this happen. i will not let my spirit be quenched or the fire in my heart be put out. why should i?<br />
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there is truth in every bit of criticism. it's learning how to decipher the truth, learn from it, and push away the useless extra that proves to be a challenge. i tend to be an extremist. this can be both good and bad. taking things way too much to heart is one of my downfalls. because of this flaw, i can find myself on really high highs and very low lows. pleasing people is also of great concern to me. however, i'm learning more everyday that although God uses people to shape character in my life, my number one goal is to please Him. yes, i want to learn from criticism, but i want my eyes to remain fixed on running the race set before me.<br />
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not everyone that you meet in this life is going to love you, no matter how nice, beautiful, smart, talented, etc. you are. Jesus met with plenty of people in His life who harbored great animosity towards Him. as long as your life is in line with the Word, you have nothing to worry about. it's not about the situations you find yourself in, it's about your reaction to them. i am asking the Lord to fill my heart with love and compassion towards everyone i meet, regardless of their feelings about me. the joy of the Lord is my strength. with His help, i will choose to view the circumstances of my life as divinely appointed and make it my mission to give Him praise in <s>some </s> ALL things. it truly is well with my soul.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px;">song of the day: </span></span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAAsjzapuWs">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAAsjzapuWs</a><br />
the author penned this song after receiving a telegram from his wife that read "saved alone." his four daughters had drowned when their ship sank on its way to England. he left new york at once to join his distraught wife. however, he asked the captain to come notify him when they reached the same spot where the previous ship had sunk. after he had seen the burial waters of his daughters, horatio spafford returned to his cabin where he wrote the words to this famous hymn.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-22184663504166387222010-06-12T14:18:00.012-05:002010-06-23T21:54:04.672-05:00i survived a nyc cab ridei love nyc. cliche, but true. the following is an account of our recent adventure in the big apple. our little southern family busted up in there with true class and a lotta laughs. definitely an affair to remember.<br />
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let me preface this story with one VERY important fact: i <s>LOVE </s> hate to fly. i start to get nervous a few days before departure and usually don't settle down until we are safely on the ground. yes, i realize that it is the safest form of travel, but for some reason, i can't get that to register in my brain. consequently, it is a severe battle of mind vs. reality. mind usually wins. : o<br />
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airports greatly amuse me. you see all walks/forms of life. sometimes i feel as if the terminal is a whole world in and of itself. i mean, you see things there that you don't see anywhere else. i haven't quite figured out the reason for this phenomena, but i am working on it. here we are in baltimore during our layover. don't let my smile fool you.<br />
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don't you just love the person on the plane who comes and sits right in the middle of two people??? oh yeah, and don't forget the crying baby, the horrible body odor smells, the guy with his crack showing, and the snoring man. just a few of the many joys of flying.<br />
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another phenomena of the airport terminal is the random celebrity sightings that tend to occur. so, when i saw my girl sarah, i couldn't resist asking for a photo. she very graciously agreed.<br />
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just when i thought all my troubles were over after we landed safely at the laguardia airport, we stepped into a cab. PEOPLE OF AMERICA, THIS IS CRUEL AND UNUSUAL PUNISHMENT. how is a poor southern girl like me supposed to handle this insanity??? one driver thought it would be nifty to try and read a novel while driving us in the rain across manhattan. i must have aged twenty years that night. also, why do the cab driver ids look more like mugshots? um, scary.<br />
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stepping off the subway into times square is an unparalleled experience. although i have been to nyc once before, it still had a jaw dropping effect. we met some friends on our flight that we randomly bumped into out in the city. of course this called for a photo.<br />
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speaking of the subway, can i mention that if you are riding it around 1 am, it's probably going to be a bit sketchy? besides touching nostrils with the person next to you, you may receive some heckling. when a few rather interesting (i'm being kind) young men announced that there was more room on a jammed packed subway than there was in jail, an uneasiness started to settle in our stomachs. it got worse when they stated how much they loved blondes because golden hair was angel hair. never had kolson been more grateful for her brunette head.<br />
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the subway ride back into town the next morning was much more pleasant. my sisters looked like living dolls.<br />
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since we had limited time, mama d made the executive decision to do the red apple bus tour. good call mama d! we enjoyed seeing the sites of the city atop a double decker bus.<br />
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our first stop was chinatown. i must admit, i felt like a foreigner. i may have stuck out just a tiny bit. we ate at a delightful little restaurant located in one of the many basements of the region. i felt like i was in a suspense film going down the stairs to get inside.<br />
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when you're eating the sodium filled chinese food, it is of utmost importance that you don't get TOO thirsty.<br />
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one day, i am making a shopping trip only to nyc. that day will have to come when i have a few grand lying around waiting to be spent. get back with me in the year 2085. this store makes my heart skip a beat.<br />
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central park doesn't get old. it is a thing of beauty. i never cease to be amazed by God's creation and handiwork.<br />
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i would be remiss if i didn't mention the whole reason for our trip: TAPING A TV SHOW WITH DINO! for those of you who don't know, dino is a world renowned christian pianist. his show, <i>the dino show</i>, airs on tbn. we were extremely touched by his love for the Lord and desire to bring Him glory. His beautiful wife, cheryl, is also a wonderful, godly woman. together, this powerful couple is making a stand for our Lord. it was a privilege to be a part of their ministry. stay tuned for air dates!<br />
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we have seen firsthand, the sovereignty of God. He led us through times of trial and uncertainty into times of great joy. i do not know what tomorrow holds, but i know Who holds tomorrow. please pray for our family as we continue to seek His will for our lives. check out our website <a href="http://www.lambfamilymusic.com/">www.lambfamilymusic.com</a> for more information and for our itinerary. visit our facebook page, <i>the lamb family violin ensemble </i>and become a fan!<br />
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coming soon: my sisters' and my favorite beauty products and summer styling suggestions.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjjWJEeVpBw">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjjWJEeVpBw</a><br />
i love love love broadway. we went to a charming diner in the city where the waiters and waitresses sang broadway songs for the customers. I WAS ENTHRALLED. of course i had to make a request. this is the song i selected. it is from one of my favorite shows: hairpsray.karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-48212468765831231862010-06-04T10:17:00.003-05:002010-06-04T13:21:53.404-05:00i just call you mine<div style="text-align: center;">isn't he precious???</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMd7b1zSCiPQagsf8AkQLuMT9BZLM1OOMgy0gFuq3W38JTh_SNOyEEhMpJYnSLhuYo3VOrUVALc5xJ6o1_Wd7afhGqjzge0Ubt9Pm6PhZMaIMyoVGryTcFFG2LwTuUs5T2FunmIAL3TSZf/s1600/DSCN0712.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMd7b1zSCiPQagsf8AkQLuMT9BZLM1OOMgy0gFuq3W38JTh_SNOyEEhMpJYnSLhuYo3VOrUVALc5xJ6o1_Wd7afhGqjzge0Ubt9Pm6PhZMaIMyoVGryTcFFG2LwTuUs5T2FunmIAL3TSZf/s320/DSCN0712.JPG" /></a></div>i seriously don' know what i would do without him. he loves me in spite of my crazy ideas and insane notions. i am blessed to call him mine.<br />
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the rest of the beach trip was wonderful. i hated to leave. but doesn't that happen on every vacation? i seriously had ice cream every night. did someone say OUT OF CONTROL??? my new reality includes far less sugar. or at least i hope it does. here are a few pictures from our night at the <i>hangout: </i>a super fun new place at orange beach.<br />
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we scampered over to birmingham last sunday to watch the tide play in the sec baseball champioship. even though the outcome wasn't good, we still enjoyed ourselves.<br />
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memorial day was spent in atlanta with one of my best friends. we have weathered many storms together. she will always be close to my heart. if you live in the atlanta area and need a hair stylist, look her up at www.paragonyoursalon.com. her name is mallory.<br />
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i also attended my very first braves game on memorial day. shout out to the world, THE BRAVES ARE MAKING A COMEBACK! we had a blast, and it's so nice to see our team doing well.<br />
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let me just say that obedience really is the best choice. i can attest from personal experience that when i finally let go and surrender to Him, my life is filled with true peace and joy. why does it always take me so long to remember this??? He desires truth in the inward parts. and that is the goal for my life.<br />
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a side note: if any of you feel like giving me a present some time, this is what i've REALLY been wanting:<br />
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may the peace of Christ fill your hearts as you seek to do His will.<br />
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song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p15MZXnsWpY&feature=related">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p15MZXnsWpY&feature=related</a>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-66672832634615234832010-05-26T10:30:00.004-05:002010-05-26T22:35:43.264-05:00beachin' itcall me scrooge, but i really don't enjoy chasing after little white crabs late at night on the beach. i mean, what's the point? you don't keep them and they are not much to look at. if you ask me, it's ridiculous. i know, i'm horrible.<div><br /></div><div>i wish i was one of those girls who LOVED laying out-the ones who get out there at ten and last til' six. i'm hot/bored after thirty minutes. ocean breaks are a must. it's the only way i can stay on the beach for several hours. i do, however, LOVE my new jcrew paisley bathing suit. let me just throw this out there: always get a strapless top. there is no reason you should have tan lines.</div><div><br /></div><div>we went to dippin' dots monday night. they are now serving dotquakes. watch out people. they are 6 bucks!</div><div><br /></div><div>another thing, it's really hard being at the beach with two sisters who have the bodies of grecian goddesses. i try to just ignore it and have a good time, but who can compete with two sets of six packs? oh well.</div><div><br /></div><div>at the beach, there is always the need to rent a movie. great source of entertainment and fairly inexpensive. so, after spending a fortune on the dotquake, bro, caleb, and i set out to find a movie store. however, after covering ALL of orange beach and gulf shores, we still couldn't find a single movie store. LAME. in desperation, we pulled into cobb theaters and asked if there was a movie rental store within a 25 mile radius. we were informed that there was ONE place in all of gulf shores/orange beach. the place was called <i>just books, </i>but oh yeah, they had movies too! weird.</div><div><br /></div><div>ok, athena and aphrodite are rushing me, so i better run. more to come later. </div><div><br /></div><div>song of the day:<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24OGHrmC0KU&feature=related">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24OGHrmC0KU&feature=related</a></div><div><br /></div>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-8916757251405295892010-05-24T10:24:00.006-05:002010-05-24T11:20:58.269-05:00small town, usai have come to believe that if our nation is going to rise to greatness again, it is going to start with the people of the small towns. although bashing these towns and its values is the current trend, the people who inhabit their soil will remain undaunted. we need to return to the small town, usa mentality that shaped our nation and helped create the massive entity that it is today. <div><br /></div><div>small town values are most often, closely aligned to the Bible. they believe in God and country and are not afraid to fight for those beliefs. they prioritize family and will stand by their friends with unfailing loyalty. aligning themselves with conservatism, they hold true to the original laws of our land established by the founding fathers-laws that were designed to protect freedom and solidify liberty and justice for all. </div><div><br /></div><div>why do these beliefs receive such harsh criticism in our nation today? why are the people that hold them deemed as ignorant bigots? the answer is simple. society is no longer interested in the judeo-christian principles on which our nation was founded. if we acknowledge that there is indeed a God, it means that we must in turn, be accountable to Him for our actions. People, by and large, would rather live their life the way they see fit and not be bothered by a God who may be evaluating their actions. this is why we see the massive amounts of crime and unethical practices that are becoming a staple in every day life. think about it, how did abortion, the MURDER of an unborn child, become acceptable??? no matter the angle from which you approach it, taking the life of an unborn child is wrong. And why is it now against the rules for a teacher to lead a classroom in prayer? Is God really that offensive? no. but His way of life is. society is determined to shut out any semblance of the truth of Jesus Christ. With a Godless nation in place, anything and everything is acceptable, and sin can run its full course.</div><div><br /></div><div>God has preserved small town, usa for Himself. these people are going to be the saving grace of our nation. this is not to say that there are no good people in large metropolises. there are. however, the bulk of people with these beliefs and values can be found in rural and small america. i am very proud to be from tuscaloosa, alabama-a small town filled with big hearted people committed to the preservation of the TRUTH. may the Lord continue to use us to further His kingdom.</div><div><br /></div><div>song of the day:<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns7v64uwvOM">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns7v64uwvOM</a></div><div><br /></div><div>random facts: my heart is in politics. stilettos make my outfits feel complete. i have the most adorable boyfriend in the world. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-62371539378575379622010-05-10T09:53:00.004-05:002010-05-10T11:05:40.660-05:00tis' so sweetdon't you wish you could get an email, or a text, or any kind direct communication from God? i'm at that point in my life. i need some direction. there are so many different roads you can choose to travel in this life, but i am only interested in going down the highway to heaven. God, show me the way.<div><br /></div><div>i know in my heart of hearts what i want to do with my life. i've known this since i was 12 years old. however, i'm not sure how to bring my goals to fruition. if i choose a certain outlet, the results could either be horribly wrong or amazingly right. once again, Lord i need you.</div><div><br /></div><div>lack of trust is an issue in my life. i find myself questioning and worrying about my future all too often. and then i seem to hear the Holy Spirit say, do you think i'm not capable of planning your life? God forgive me. His thoughts are not my thoughts, nor are His ways my ways. </div><div><br /></div><div>i want to change the world. no ifs, ands, or buts. that is my life's goal. no matter where He leads, no matter the circumstances, no matter the costs, i am following after my Savior. then, and only then, will my life have direction. </div><div><br /></div><div>since i'm probably not going to be getting a text from God anytime soon, i think i'm gonna lay out the fleece. figuratively, that is. i am completely confident in His ability to communicate with His child. i'm only worried about my ability to listen. still my heart, Father. quieten my soul. make Your will visible to Your servant. oh for grace to trust You more.</div><div><br /></div><div>song of the day:<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=km63bQinoJk">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=km63bQinoJk</a></div><div><br /></div><div>random facts: i love sugar entirely too much. i wish i loved to workout. i am low in the patience department. vintage photography is my fave.</div>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-82308128153929718832010-04-29T18:19:00.003-05:002010-04-29T18:55:58.607-05:00i want it. now.isn't it hard not to make demands of God? i find myself telling Him what i what i think i need and what i think is best for me more often than i should. giving the Heavenly Father ultimatums, deadlines, schedules, and demands is not exactly on the track of complete obedience. the heart most aligned with the Savior's is one that merely gives their life to Lord expecting nothing in return, and makes no demands for the future. why we think that we can charter out a course for our life is beyond my comprehension. does delta call you every morning asking you to charter a path for the planes flying that day? the war in our soul for control continues to rage and fight against sweet surrender to the Holy Spirit. i just wanna shout at God sometimes and say that i know what i want and i know what i need! how ludicrous. can i tell the Author of Life, the Creator of by very being that i am capable of deciding the path my life should travel? can i tell the Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End, that i know what events should take place in my life? how dare i make demands of the One who was, and is, and is to come.<div><br /></div><div>life is all about perspective. if you view the circumstances, situations, and events of your life as being dealt a bad hand by God or as some kind of unjust punishment from Him, you will never experience the true joy He has to offer. God is love. i don't care what anyone else says. wars, deaths, sicknesses, trials, tribulations, etc. don't change this. we can't shake our fist in His face and demand that He erase all these things from the world, but we can look in His eyes and find the hope, peace, and strength needed to fight anything that comes our way.</div><div><br /></div><div>Lord, please give me the grace to be able to face each and every day with resolve, perseverance, and the determination to honor and glorify You in all things. May i never demand things of You, but only beg You to make my life more like Christ's. i don't want anything but a heart full of love for You.</div><div><br /></div><div>song of the day<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuOs3x94Wos">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuOs3x94Wos</a></div>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-39094739871040577852010-04-26T08:41:00.007-05:002010-04-26T10:13:46.798-05:00"how great thou art"don't you just love it when you have those moments where you know, without a shadow of a doubt, that you are exactly where you're supposed to be? that feeling of security is irreplaceable. that happiness is unparalleled. the center of God's will is the only place for me.<div><br /></div><div>what a great weekend. here is a brief glance into the adventures of the lamb family. first of all, without fail, there always seems to be a monsoon whenever we have to travel. this weekend proved to be no different. with tornadoes in all the surrounding areas, we loaded the van and headed to sylacauga for our first event on saturday. yes, we thought we were going to be swept away in the storm much like dorothy's family in her house in kansas, but with much prayer, we made arrived at our destination safely. our fearless leader, mama d, braved the storm and drove that white mini van like never before. the wedding ceremony was a very touching event. after being diagnosed with breast cancer, the bride's mother passed away about a year ago. during a special commemorative slide show, we played "wind beneath my wings". i was unable to really look at the pictures for fear of completely losing my composure. but the spirit of Lord was in that place and the two were happily joined as one. may the Lord bless their new life together. </div><div><br /></div><div>thankfully, the drive home proved to be much less traumatic. or so we thought. happily driving down the road, we were all busy chatting about the previous events and stating how much we enjoyed the wedding and how it had moved us all to tears. dad and our wonderful sound technician were supposed to be meeting us at the wynfrey with all of our other equipment for the next event that evening. so when pops called and informed us that there was no such event going on at the wynfrey, things started to get interesting. after a few phone calls, we realized that it was being held in tuscaloosa at the hotel capstone. uh oh. we put the pedal to the metal and ended up arriving in t-town just in time for another wonderful experience. whew. that was a close one!</div><div><br /></div><div>our sunday was spent in jasper, alabama with some of the sweetest people on the planet. first baptist church of jasper is a church filled with the love of the Father, the grace of the Savior, and the fellowship of the Spirit. as my siblings and i were on stage making music together, God confirmed His love for me yet again. i felt His spirit and his loving arms wrapped around each of us. it is such a great privilege to be able to proclaim His goodness and might and speak of His glory and power. we end every performance with the Lord's Prayer and last night, during that song, i felt like i was being raptured into His presence. come quickly Lord Jesus.</div><div><br /></div><div>on a side note, i got stuck in the back of the van. again. cue the nausea. HOWEVER, my sweet little angel (caleb) rode back there as well. i love it when he comes with us. he is an absolute joy and i am forever grateful for his selflessness and willingness to do whatever is asked (or not asked) of him. </div><div><br /></div><div>i look forward to a week full of the wonder of our risen Savior. may my eyes stay fixed on the prize as i run the race and seek to do the will of the Father. how great He is.</div><div><br /></div><div>song of the day: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhvaDJTUmrU&feature=related">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhvaDJTUmrU&feature=related</a></div><div><br /></div><div>random facts: i gave up diet coke. i'm trying to live a healthier lifestyle. the simple things in life fascinate me. one day, i want to live in a southern style plantation house complete with a garden, horses, and maybe a few chickens while still being a city girl. :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>karis lambhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740206368534012015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1914799967317555385.post-77555290894014978052010-04-16T09:05:00.014-05:002010-06-03T00:49:46.453-05:00in God we trusti was really disturbed yesterday when i found out that the president would not be attending the annual national day of prayer. reason? he didn't want to offend anyone. as i think about the many great people/events that shaped our history, i wonder how different the outcomes would have been if they had been afraid of offending someone. let's step into a time machine...<br />
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</div><div>remember noah and the ark? he was ridiculed, humiliated, and mocked for building a massive boat that would save his family and the animal population inhabiting the world at that time. did he worry about offending anyone? no. he simply did what God commanded him to do. in turn, his entire family was saved and he is an ancestor to everyone on the face of the earth.</div><div><br />
</div><div>skip ahead some years. what about the ancient romans? founders of one of the greatest nations in history. at the start, they cared only for justice, equality, and doing what was right. their nation thrived and reached unparalleled heights for that time in history. political correctness was not an issue. however, much like our nation today, when the decline of morality and the absence of the One True God began to set in, rome met with a tragic ending.</div><div><br />
</div><div>remember martin luther and the 95 theses? he dared to defy the holy roman catholic church by speaking out against their apostasy and destruction of Biblical truths. did he offend people? yes! but now we can all worship freely, in any denomination we choose, because of him and many other men who went against the grain and stood for righteousness.</div><div><br />
</div><div>what about our founding fathers? i can't help but think about how many people they must have offended by deciding to break free from the king of england and his tyranny in order to form a new nation that included liberty and justice for all. they stood for what they knew to be right even though it met with much resistance. lives, fortunes, and reputations were given to begin a nation that would offer hope, and a haven of rest for people around the world. think about how different things would be today if these men and women would have been afraid of offending someone. </div><div><br />
</div><div>yesterday was jackie robinson day. all of the major league baseball players around the country wore the number 42 in honor of his life and legacy. think about the hardship and persecution he endured for refusing to worry about offending anyone or "stepping on anyone's toes", and becoming the first african american man to play major league baseball on a previously all white team. where has that courage gone?</div><div><br />
</div><div>why are we scared to speak our minds? why are we afraid to stand up for what is right? will we be ridiculed? probably. will we be persecuted? more than likely. is it worth the costs? absolutely. heroes have become scarce in our world today. most prefer to cower in the corner, hoping to be inconspicuous and to blend in with the crowd. i prefer to stand out. to stand up for what i believe in and for what i know to be the truth. there are absolutes. there are black and white areas. "we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. " may we never lose sight of these principles and never forget the blood that was shed for the enactment of these truths. do not let your voice be taken away. make them hear you. </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e69138;"><br />
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