Coupon Suzy

We've all seen those annoying, yet catchy commericals ... Coupon Suzy!

So, I am going to actually try this endeavor -- now that I'm a wife. My husband and I are doing tons of renovations projects lately (backyard, garden, light fixtures, paint, kitchen...), which triggers the need to find GREAT SAVINGS AND DEALS... so try this great site with me and let's save together.

I'll post on my exciting feats from time to time...

-Sarah W.

Little Worlds

I teach two Saturday morning art classes every weekend. The first class ranges from 2-3 years old. The second class is about 4-5/6. This past weekend, I was pretty proud of my second class. They made Little Worlds:

They started by tracing a circular paint palette as their Earth. Then, they took that same pencil and designed their own lands and boundaries. After that, they traced on top of their pencil etchings with a black marker. Next, they did the oceans. I explained to them the reason why the coasts were lighter and the further out the water gets darker. They got it and the outcome was pleasing to my eyes! After the ocean was done, we went onto the green lands. Here, the rules did not apply. They created their own shades and painted however the way they wanted to. I did, however, stress the fact that we didn't want perfectly straight lands, so I asked them to make wavy brush-strokes - and they did. ;-]

And lastly, my favorite, we painted the black universe and once it was semi-dry, we used glittery paint to represent all the magnificent stars!

So, how did they do?!

Midpoint of Semester

Seeing that my last post happened on June 9th, I think its time for an update - don't ya think?

Well, I started my second semester of college! It's a tad tougher and more time-consuming but the Lord prevails even in the most difficult of situations. I'm really excited about fall and am about to go buy a gorgeous Christmas tree with my mother (it has snow on it!!! yay!). I am fully moved into my new home and enjoy it sooo very much. I pulled out my heater two days ago b/c I like to have my own climate in my room - I'm a cold-natured person, ha. Nathan, my love, is super busy at work (which is a real good thing) regardless of the economic struggle, he is prospering! I enjoy playing tennis now. About four days ago, I went to one of my favorite stores and found great bargains on super cute winter coats. The lady at the registered was puzzled as to why I'm buying winter coats and said, "coat shopping already? Wow, you're ahead of the game!." And of course I replied with, "I'm really excited about fall and winter!" My etsy shop is on hold and truly miss having it up and running. It was a wonderful feeling when I found out I sold something and had the wonderful opportunity to deliver it to that desired customer. Auuuhh, memories. I'll get it up and running again someday, but in a day that has no school! (maybe Christmas vacation...hmmm).

So, anyway. Glad to be back. I look forward to reading about all my followers' lives and such. Thanks for listening to my update - I appreciate you!

Sarah

Whoa, busy busy busy

Lately I've been super busy moving all my belongings, cleaning two houses, prepping for a week vacation and summer classes, as well as unknowing work hours... summer camps will be starting soon, so right now, I think I can blog!

Be back soon (still trying to get internet installation - please pray)

:-] Sarah

Well, I did it!

Today was my first day of college! Yep, you heard right...

MY first day!

I am a 25 year old freshman, hehe... and so proud of it. Just wanted to let my blog friends and fans know that yours truly has begun the college road and will tread victoriously on it. May our Lord bless you and your endeavors for Him.

I love yall! Have a super day, today. (I'll give you bits and pieces of my outstanding days during college)

Love, Sarah

Oooo, I love coffee in the... painting?

Artist assistants stand next to 3,604 cups of coffee which have been made into a giant Mona Lisa in Sydney , Australia .  The 3,604 cups of coffee were each filled with different amounts of milk to create the different shades!

Thanksgiving

I have been recently inspired by Norman Rockwell. His paintings just fascinate me and I am overwhelmed with the depth of meaning in each one of them. So... I searched and found the Thanksgiving Table painting:

And, given this week of thanksgiving and mastery of "tablestry" (? - haha), I have searched high and low, near and far, and many in between and found some super table settings. Be inspired on your own Thanksgiving Feast. And remember, let us thank the One who has given us blessing after blessing each year...

I give mine to my Lord, Jesus...

Happy Thanksgiving, my friends!

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My Boyfriend is ...

wonderful, yes.... but has an amazing orchestra at our church: The East West Church

If you are close to the Marietta/Atlanta area, its worth your time. It's FREE admission and FREE food as well. Homemade food made by the east west church members!

Please visit the Orchestra to see photos of our past concerts. Click Here!

Look at those Christmas decorations!

Christmas presents...

InDeed, an a'capella group

My boyfriend playing his sax (he's the beeeest)

College, I will see you soon.

About to head out to get my immunization form signed, already filled out application, and am taking placement tests on Friday morning... praying that this all will get to its destination in time.

 So, college, here I come...

Castle Dreams...

To glance upon a real castle has always been a dream. To see its originality, its grandeur, its history would be an amazing event in my life. To tour one of these magnificent castles would be an even bigger dream. The lush gardens and vibrant colors... wow! I would put on a flowing pastel dress and tip toe around this place until sundown. People have viewed castle as scarry, but I've always seen them to be majestic, stunning, and creative. Castles speak creativity.

"Take away my car; give me a horse-drawn carriage and lets ride around a castle! Then, when we're through, let's walk barefoot through the halls, explore hidden rooms, and embrace every slow-passing moment."