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BABY STEPS (AUGUST)

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

It'ssssss August! And you know what that means? Birthday month — for both this blog and myself! My favorite month of the year. :) I thought it was only appropriate to do a 'baby steps' post for this month with so much happening right now. In the past, entering August = entering a new school year, but since I graduated in May, I am officially done with school. No more first day of school outfit, no more syllabus, no more books... Entering August = entering real world. If you've been following me on Twitter or Instagram, then you know that I am actually relocating from Illinois to Minneapolis in just a couple of weeks for my new job. (!!!) Ah, it is so surreal. I want to try to document this transition into young adult life as much as possible on this blog. Hope ya don't get sick of me! Cheers!

send out thank-you letters | My missions trip to Japan was only possible thanks to a huge support system from family members, friends, and my church. I bought a huge stack of stationary to send out hand-written thank you letters to all of the individuals who supported me. Gotta get this done ASAP! I'm already behind!

have a bonfire | Because, summer.

go on a picnic | See above.

create a japan scrapbook | It was a month that changed my life and I don't want to forget any of it. :) I want to create a scrapbook with some of my favorite verses and photos to really capture the memories.

develop photos | I have so many photos stored on my external hard drive that were never published, not even from Italy (!!!), and I want to print them all out to line my future walls.

continue 'if:equip' reading plan | If you don't know about IF or Jennie Allen yet, stop everything you are doing (including reading my blog) and click here. This is a community & resource I am so happy I discovered and don't know what I did without. It was a timely discovery, and immensely helpful into my re-entry back to the US. I love all of the womens' heart of the If community, and they press me more into Jesus daily.

donate old clothes | Purging my closet was a chore that was much needed. Like, yesterday.

buy furniture | Because real world apartments don't come fully furnished? Shocking, right? I know. It was for me, too. I need to get me some real couches, rugs, kitchen stools, and the whole shabang. Grown up toys.

celebrate twenty two | Yup. Taylor Swift on repeat, please.

say goodbye | Cue sad music here. A huge part of moving also means saying goodbye. I've lived in Naperville for 10+ years. It's going to be bittersweet move. Sweet to begin a new exciting journey, sad to leave behind all of my best friends and loved ones. On the bright side, maybe this will call for one last summer bash, though?

move to minnesota | Entering real world.

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*See all of my past monthly goals here.

*Travel back to what August looked like last year. Or the year before.

XOXO: What about you? What are your goals for this month? Join the conversation!

COFFEE IN PHOTOS : WAKE UP AND SMELL THE COFFEE

Saturday, March 15, 2014

FOR YOUR FRIDAY.

Friday, January 31, 2014

My friends and I are graduating this May (!!!), and we're kind of just meandering around, figuring out how to walk within this season of uncertainty. In previous years, our "next steps" were always planned out for us; we knew what was expected of us and success was neatly packaged in a simple GPA. But now suddenly, that security and set routine is going to be stripped from us, and we need to figure out where to go from here. We're all unsure where we're going to be four months, one year, and five years from now. Will we be in grad school or working? Will we find a job we love or will we be miserable? Will we be married or single? Will we still be faithful or lost? Will we be satisfied or discontent?

Of course, we have ideas and expectations, but nothing is concrete anymore. As frightening and daunting as that is, it's also not a bad place to be. Just because we wander and seem to be walking towards steps of mystery, we aren't lost, nor are we off track.

God says that those who commit to the ways of the Lord, he will make their paths straight (Proverbs 3:6). I want to cling to this truth and enjoy this season of uncertainty I am in... Truly enjoy it and not try to muddy it up with my own plans/rules/systems.

Here are today's sweet words for you. (I really need to hear them, too.) You can do whatever you wish with the below image! Pin it onto your Pinterest board, print it out and post it in your room, make it your phone wallpaper, or do absolutely nothing at all. It's just a little something, something to get good vibes in the air.

Happy Friday! :) May you choose to trust in Him and walk by faith even when you only know the next few steps ahead. May you lean into that uncertainty and resist the urge to control the situation yourself. May you discover sweet intimacy as you depend on Him.

GETTING COZY.

Thursday, January 23, 2014

It is literally so cold outside.

I created a Pinterest board recently titled, "getting cozy," with images of bundled blankets and steamy coffee, because at least then my heart would be warm even though my bones weren't able to defrost. Here are some of my favorites—hope it warms your heart.

HAPPY NEW YEARS (eve)!

Tuesday, December 31, 2013

It's time to pop some bubbly, put on your most fabulous jewelry, throw confetti in the air, and count down until the ball drops. However you are ringing in the new year, don't forget to embrace your loved ones and give thanks for a great season.

Hope you all have a wonderful, and safe night!

BABY, IT'S COLD OUTSIDE.

Monday, December 9, 2013

Happy Monday,

On chilly days like these, all you want to do is wrap yourself in a fuzzy blanket, hold onto a steamy mug of hot chocolate, and watch episodes of Netflix all day. However, we all know — aintnobodygottimeforthat.

So although I can't take away your responsibilities or upcoming exams, the least I can do is share some happy images and words to liven your spirits and get you through another Monday.

Cheers, friends!

HAPPY NOVEMBER

Friday, November 1, 2013

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HAPPY NOVEMBER, EVERYBODY.
It is the first day of the month that is filled with thanks, loved ones, and food that makes you fall into deep sleeps. Just wanted to welcome in the new month and tie up loose ends of October with you...

In October, we (attempted) to talk about "belovedness" for thirty one days. Although there are not 31 posts, you can find them all here.

GOALS:
- Participate in #shereadstruth
- Begin new blog projects. (I'm really excited for this one. Hint: guest posts + sponsorships)
- Take better care of my body.
- Cut out carbs and look for changes.
- Practice grace daily.
- Sleep before 1 a.m.
- Don't skip class.
- Say "thank you" frequently. (:

HOUSEKEEPING:
Please note the right side bar to see the addition of new friends and sponsors of Coffee & Honeycomb. Be sure to check out their blogs and give them some love. (:

xoxo.

MONDAY PINS

Monday, October 28, 2013

I feel a major case of the Monday's this afternoon, so I'm looking to the web to shake up the creative bones in me. Here are some pins that seem to be doing the trick...

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FAVE FALL DIYS & FREE THINGS

Sunday, October 27, 2013

FRIDAY AFTERNOONS

Sunday, September 15, 2013

A friend and I met up for dessert this past Friday, and we decided on a cute bakery located a little off campus called Cream & Flutter. Cream & Flutter is one of the places that just exudes so much CUTENESS that you can't help but smile while you're in there. With the aroma of fresh cupcakes in the oven, and a variety of macarons, sweek sparkling drinks, and colorful handmade decorations, I could stay there forever. Ambience is key. :)

In previous years, a lot of us didn't have cars on campus so visits were rare and all the more special. We would plan a few days ahead if we wanted to go, so anticipation would build up throughout the week. It was always such a treat to spend an afternoon venturing downtown, ending with creamy desserts and several photo opps. My boyfriend also had an internship nearby last year, and he would surprise me with macarons and leave them in my dorm room while I was out. Only sweet memories are associated with that place. :) No pun intended.

This Friday was my first time visiting since the school year had started, and it was even cuter than I remembered. Prices also were more expensive than I remember, but whatever. Again, ambience is key.

SNEAK PEEK: MY WORKSPACE

Thursday, September 5, 2013

My room still isn't fully ready yet, but my desk came in over the weekend so I wanted to share a snippet of my new work space — as is. :) I put the desk right next to the window to maximize as much sunlight. Natural light is the best, you know.

I haven't added wall art yet, so that it is still a work in progress.
Feel free to send any inspo my way!

INSPIRED : APARTMENT

Thursday, August 29, 2013

(image : pinterest)

It's been exactly ONE WEEK since I moved into my apartment!!! Woohoo. And no, that image above looks nothing like what my real apartment looks like, but isn't it so cute? I really like how the windows let enough light seep throughout the entire living area.

Things I love about my apartment:

I'm a 10-minute walking distance from all my classes so I don't need to rely on a bus schedule to get to where I need to be. The weather has also been extremely nice lately, so the morning walk just puts my day to a great start. :) I think over the past year I grew really accustomed to walking everywhere because of Europe and my Chicago commutes.
There is a Starbucks conveniently located three blocks away. (which is where I am right now typing awaaaay)
My parking spot is LITERALLY as close as it gets to my apartment complex. (PTL for that because I definitely waited to the last minute to buy a parking pass.)
The huge amount of space. There is so much room my roommate and I plan on having many spontaneous dance parties... And one of my roommates plan on doing many spontaneous cartwheels... Which is kind of weird... But she can! Because there is THAT much space.
The hardwood floors. Lurv it.
The kitchen bar. It's spacious enough for all three of us to sit and do work at the same time. There's also a nice light fixture right above it which makes the area feel brighter than it really is. The best part? It's an arms reach to all the food. #winner

^ Maybe I should have made this a 10 things I love about my apartment... Whateva.

The whole place isn't quite fully furnished yet, and we don't have an entertainment center or a kitchen table. I think that's what makes the apartment still feel so new each time I walk in. It doesn't look lived in. It doesn't feel really cozy either. Maybe I should I throw in a welcome mat...

My room isn't fully furnished yet either, but I'm really enjoying having a room to myself. :) This is the first time in four years I'm not sharing a room with someone, and while I LOVE having a roommate, it's nice to have absolute control over every inch and corner of your space. (i'm a wittle bit of a control freak.)

Anyway, the room didn't come with a desk, so I'm planning on picking one up from Ikea when I go home this weekend. I really appreciate a solid work space because I tend to do a good amount in my room. I need a lot of desk space for books, the laptop, writing utensils, and a big mug of coffee (of course.) I also like to have different bits of inspiration around me to keep me motivated and productive. I try to throw up different bible verses, encouraging quotes, colors combos, photos, etc. Once the desk comes in, I want to make a montage of different wall art to keep that area inspiring.

Here are some things on Pinterest I found that I want to replicate...