also, the curls also, the curls
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Happily blaming @laurenpapa3 for telling me about Happily blaming @laurenpapa3 for telling me about this series. Rabbits. Royalty. Battles. Family. Hope. SO GOOD, @sdsmithereens.

I apologize in advance if your kids stay up until midnight like I did to finish a book. 😬
We’re at the park, and she’s happily bouncing, We’re at the park, and she’s happily bouncing, amazed by the big trucks driving by, never wanting to stop going down the slide, smiling constantly — and I’m laughing with her, amazed at her joy and think — Is this what God feels like with me as His child? 

Delight. Lightness. Wonder. Love.

I was filled to the brim with it, covering every crack and reaching every corner. And then I realized — this. is. it. 

This is how I operate in the world. 

I felt so... whole... not because of my efforts at wholeness but because I have God and He has me. (Psalm 23 rings loud: with Him as my Shepherd, I lack nothing.) 

The best I can do for myself is accept and live in His love, especially when mistakes and lack and circumstances scream reasons I can’t. And the best I can do for others, those under my roof and those on this platform, is to extend invitations of His love through my own and through His Word. 

If your life has told you He doesn’t want to love you or know you, I’m here to tell that He does. It’s waiting for you, probably even pursuing you... it just takes a Yes of faith. 

Message me if you want to talk about it; I would LOVE to hear your story, no matter how different we are. 

You're not forsaken,
You're not alone
His love is unending
So know it well
Remind your soul,
remind your spirit,
remind your heart
The love of the Father
Know it well
—Kari Jobe
Bless you and thank you for your heart and work, @ Bless you and thank you for your heart and work, @morganharpernichols.
“I told you about my life, and you answered me; “I told you about my life, and you answered me; teach me your statutes. Help me understand the meaning of your precepts so that I can meditate on your wonders. I am weary from grief; strengthen me through your word. Keep me from the way of deceit and graciously give me your instruction. I have chosen the way of truth; I have set your ordinances before me. I cling to your decrees; Lord, do not put me to shame. I pursue the way of your commands, for you broaden my understanding.” Psalms‬ ‭119:26-32 CSB‬‬
18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of t 18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of the slide’ club
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With the help of God, may we strive to become abiding and attentive people instead of distracted and defeated people.
The entire thing is He loved me first. And even wh The entire thing is He loved me first. And even when our surroundings are burning or when all we see is rubble, there is an unseen Kingdom to serve, a Family to be part of, and a powerful Love to give and receive. 

Every week it seems I’m inspired by a comment a friend and pastor made years ago — “Don’t be afraid to talk to someone about the truth of Jesus. Think of it as joining a conversation God might already be having with that person.” 

May we be conduits of that strong, courageous, welcoming, comforting, healing, transforming, sustaining, peacemaking, eternal Love. Or as Bernice King said, “Love puts in work.”
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lifestyle · 01/18/2016

If We Were On A Coffee Date #04

If We Were On A Coffee Date #04 | heartnatured

Back again for another virtual coffee date! Learn more about it here.

If we were on a coffee date…

I would order a sweet tea. Surprising? I’ve had a crazy craving for it lately. J gave me a YETI cup for Christmas and sometimes I get a half sweet/half unsweet tea from Sonic and sip on it throughout the morning at work.

I would excitedly tell you we bought some great furniture over the weekend! A nice bookcase and corner ‘tower’ type case for the living room, and a vintage tea cart for the dining room. I underestimated how much I would enjoy decorating and brainstorming for a home. I confess it sometimes seems overwhelming, but it’s fun.

I would ask if you like to get out for an adventure over the weekend or stay in to relax? I’ve realized I like a little of both. I like a planned outing, an adventure, but also unhurried time to read, clean, draw, or nap.

I’d share with you a desire to get out and take more photos with my Canon camera. Working full time, especially in the winter, doesn’t leave a great deal of light to play with. It’s a bit of a bummer, but the excitement simply builds up for springtime. I also can’t wait to use the pancake lens I recently bought.

I would ask if you’re a fan of the Piko dress/shirt. Have you seen these yet? They’re trending. My sister has probably 7 of them. I recently acquired a black one and I’ve worn it a lot. I’d like to get a bright color.

I would ask if you’re a planner. Even in such a digital age, I still enjoy keeping my paper book planner. It’s fun for my creative mind to organize thoughts, use stickers and various colors. #nerdstatus

I would confess my obsession with chapstick. Especially in the wintertime! I probably have three in my purse right now, and usually find one in every jacket pocket. Too much, you think? J teases me about it.

Happy Monday, friends. Take all week to link up your own post! Can’t wait to read.


 

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Comments

  1. Allie says

    01/18/2016 at 6:09 pm

    I added my post!! I’d never heard of the Piko dresses/shirts, but now I am LOVING that turtleneck long sleeve dress. oh my goodness. :)

  2. Chelsea B.E. says

    01/18/2016 at 9:07 pm

    I know, girl! I’m drinking the Piko koolaid, unashamed. :)

  3. Amanda Shuman says

    01/19/2016 at 4:42 pm

    I am also obsessed with chapstick. I have one in beside the couch, next to my bed, in my car, and in my purse…literally they’re everywhere.
    – Amanda Shuman | http://www.carrylovedesigns.com/blog

  4. katie says

    01/19/2016 at 6:00 pm

    fun! :) I love these :) my hubby got a Yeti and he is always drinking something sweet, haha. I’ve been trying to take more photos too with my canon while I’m in the slow month of my photography business. Also, I’ve never heard of the Piko dress so I’m going to have to check that out!

  5. Chelsea B.E. says

    01/20/2016 at 12:48 pm

    Katie, my poor husband, he would continually be looking for the Yeti and it would be in my car or something. :)
    Yes, the Piko line is booming! And they’re fun and cute.

  6. Cassandra says

    01/20/2016 at 9:22 pm

    Loveliness. Now I am aching for a coffee date. I’m wishing for more natural light too! The dark winter days make photography a challenge.

  7. Kimberley says

    01/21/2016 at 5:24 am

    Thanks for sharing. I’d never heard of the Piko dress/shirt but I love it. I always enjoy reading coffee date posts as they give you a glimpse into people’s lives.

  8. Kusum says

    01/21/2016 at 11:05 pm

    I am totally with you on stickers and colors, how does one do without them? ;) And yes please, lets go snap a thousand pictures of random yet interesting things on the street :p I am loving your coffee date series, they are so fun, adding my post real soon!! :)
    xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com

  9. Chelsea B.E. says

    01/22/2016 at 12:52 pm

    I’m so glad you like it! It’s become my favorite also. I’d love to read your posts, Kusum! :)

  10. Kusum says

    01/22/2016 at 5:54 pm

    You got it, Chelsea! Just published, soooo excited (can you tell, haha) :)
    xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com

  11. Chelsea B.E. says

    01/23/2016 at 12:28 pm

    I can’t wait to read, Kusum! :)

  12. Kasia says

    01/29/2016 at 11:47 am

    Ahhh I didn’t manage to add my post to this linkup this time. Anyway, I love that idea and will definitely create such posts at my blog Dipped in Rococo :)

  13. Chelsea B.E. says

    01/29/2016 at 12:15 pm

    I’ll do another one on Sunday, Kasia!

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also, the curls also, the curls
her joy is the best her joy is the best
Happily blaming @laurenpapa3 for telling me about Happily blaming @laurenpapa3 for telling me about this series. Rabbits. Royalty. Battles. Family. Hope. SO GOOD, @sdsmithereens.

I apologize in advance if your kids stay up until midnight like I did to finish a book. 😬
We’re at the park, and she’s happily bouncing, We’re at the park, and she’s happily bouncing, amazed by the big trucks driving by, never wanting to stop going down the slide, smiling constantly — and I’m laughing with her, amazed at her joy and think — Is this what God feels like with me as His child? 

Delight. Lightness. Wonder. Love.

I was filled to the brim with it, covering every crack and reaching every corner. And then I realized — this. is. it. 

This is how I operate in the world. 

I felt so... whole... not because of my efforts at wholeness but because I have God and He has me. (Psalm 23 rings loud: with Him as my Shepherd, I lack nothing.) 

The best I can do for myself is accept and live in His love, especially when mistakes and lack and circumstances scream reasons I can’t. And the best I can do for others, those under my roof and those on this platform, is to extend invitations of His love through my own and through His Word. 

If your life has told you He doesn’t want to love you or know you, I’m here to tell that He does. It’s waiting for you, probably even pursuing you... it just takes a Yes of faith. 

Message me if you want to talk about it; I would LOVE to hear your story, no matter how different we are. 

You're not forsaken,
You're not alone
His love is unending
So know it well
Remind your soul,
remind your spirit,
remind your heart
The love of the Father
Know it well
—Kari Jobe
Bless you and thank you for your heart and work, @ Bless you and thank you for your heart and work, @morganharpernichols.
“I told you about my life, and you answered me; “I told you about my life, and you answered me; teach me your statutes. Help me understand the meaning of your precepts so that I can meditate on your wonders. I am weary from grief; strengthen me through your word. Keep me from the way of deceit and graciously give me your instruction. I have chosen the way of truth; I have set your ordinances before me. I cling to your decrees; Lord, do not put me to shame. I pursue the way of your commands, for you broaden my understanding.” Psalms‬ ‭119:26-32 CSB‬‬
18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of t 18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of the slide’ club
“We must reflect that, when we reach the end of “We must reflect that, when we reach the end of our days, our life experience will equal what we have paid attention to, whether by choice or default. We are at risk, without quite fully realizing it, of living lives that are less our own than we imagine.” William James

With the help of God, may we strive to become abiding and attentive people instead of distracted and defeated people.
The entire thing is He loved me first. And even wh The entire thing is He loved me first. And even when our surroundings are burning or when all we see is rubble, there is an unseen Kingdom to serve, a Family to be part of, and a powerful Love to give and receive. 

Every week it seems I’m inspired by a comment a friend and pastor made years ago — “Don’t be afraid to talk to someone about the truth of Jesus. Think of it as joining a conversation God might already be having with that person.” 

May we be conduits of that strong, courageous, welcoming, comforting, healing, transforming, sustaining, peacemaking, eternal Love. Or as Bernice King said, “Love puts in work.”
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