(OK, I’m coming back on here about four or so hours after putting up this post so that I can tell you that it turned out to be one of “My Favorite Comment-Sections EVER”! I’m not kidding. You guys are the world’s biggest blast. But, I’m now in the shopping mood again.)
Good Monday Morning, Sweet Things!
I hope you had a wonderful weekend and that you were able to observe some Sabbath rest and be still for a few moments, knowing that He is God. I had an usually wonderful weekend with unexpected joys. For starters, this was a weekend off. That means I got to awaken slowly on Saturday with no plans whatsoever then had an impromptu call from Amanda saying that she had a few hours to hang out. Turned out Melissa did, too. (The joys of having her back are too many to count!) As we were trying to think of what we wanted to do (and were shopped out and grossed out at the thought), Amanda said, “Let’s go see Aunt Gay’s new apartment!”ย I’m hoping it won’t be long before you get to know my big sister here on the blog. She has a story that might hit those of us presently slogging around in faithlessness with a fresh bolt of lightening. Her boys (25 and 15) also headed over to her new place at the same time and the thought of us all being together was better than a bubbling plate of cheese enchiladas with chili gravy running all into the rice and beans. (Man, I hate that I just did that to myself.) The six of us were inseparable in the early years when my mom, our Queen of Everything, was still alive and in complete control. (I say that with great affection…and without deception.) I have almost as many pictures of my sister’s boys as I do my own girls. Then a whole lot of life happened and that’s a story for another time. We had a blast together Saturday and laughed our heads off, which has always been a Green (my maiden name) family trait. What we lacked in emotional health, we made up for in humor. As my older brother, Wayne, says, we all have a keen sense of the absurd. And I might add, we earned it.
If you only knew the whole story…but, then again, you could say the same thing to me. Some whole stories don’t need to be told in public but they do indeed need to be redeemed. (To me, the line is drawn where the glory to God and the good to the listeners profoundly exceeds the pain of the testimony. If the listener will likely be left with graphic visuals and oppressive thoughts or pervasive sadness, we need to refrain from telling it in detail. In those occasions, generalities are best. We don’t have to tell people everything to tell them an important something. We also have to be very sensitive to the other people – often family members – whose secrets are inadvertently told as we tells ours. These are HUGE issues that need to be worked through with great sensitivity. Mind you, I’m talking about audiences here. I’m not talking about counseling sessions. We do indeed need to find someone trustworthy and mature in the faith, with a gift for counsel, to hear our whole story.) All this to say, if you’re alive enough to read this blog, you’re story is not yet finished and you’ve got time for a really great turn in the narrative that leads to a brilliant finish. I know that for a fact.
OK, can you switch tracks really fast? I thought we’d do something fun today. I was thinking again yesterday while I was putting on my make up and getting ready for church how ticked I am that L’Oreal discontinued the mascara Melissa and I used to use. It was our favorite EVER and no other mascara does lashes like it did. It’s so annoying when that happens. And what a double whammy after my favorite pen got discontinued! Some of you remember that nail biter. No wonder it’s been such a hard year. (Of course, I’m being ridiculous. I don’t want to insult those of you going through tremendously hard times. Like many of you, last year actually was really rough but, oh, that it would have been over pens and mascaras.) I decided it would be fun today to share your favorite ___________ ever. By all means, don’t share something that’s been discontinued or you will dangle a plastic carrot in front of your Siestas. Beyond that, it can be anything! (Suitable to this blog, of course) It can be your favorite mascara. It can be your favorite book. It can be your favorite recipe. It can be your favorite meal. It can be your favorite memory. It can be your favorite song. Share ONE FAVORITE THING of yours (only 1!) with your Siestas today. It may mean that some of us find a new favorite something this very day.
Start it like this: My favorite (fill-in-your-blank) EVER is… (then, for crying out loud, tell us)
I think this is going to be fun. I’ll start with a really stupid one.
My favorite lip plumper EVER is Sally Hansen “Lip Inflation.” It’s dirt cheap and it feels like you’ve rubbed Tabasco all over your mouth. If it plumps like it hurts, move over Angelina.
What’s your favorite something, Siestas??
My favorite sound is birds singing. I love to listen to them !
My favorite drink EVER is a diet Dr. Pepper from Sonic, extra ice. It gives me that Aaaaah! feeling.
Sonic is alllll about the ice. ๐
You girls are so right Sonic has the best ice cubes!!! and drinks like Strawberry-limeades! When my husband was stationed @ Camp Lejeune we loved getting those!
Here’s one I haven’t seen.
My favorite panties are “buck naked” from Duluth Trading Co. They are the best for working out in. On the inside waistband they are printed w/ the phrase “I am a goddess”. Don’t we all need that little reminder?
You just made me laugh my socks off today…. I really needed it too!!! God bless you!!!! Lori
oooo! Have you ever tried Hanky Panky underwear?! Love them!
Sorry, I fail to see how this attitude is appropriate, there is but one GOD
My favorite TV show is Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman.
mine, too!!!
My favorite vacation EVER was my trip home last Mother’s Day when I got to spend 5 whole days with my son, Benjamin and his darling wifeLauren, who was pregnant. The previous Mother’s Day he was in Iraq and this Mother’s Day he will be in Afghanistan with the Marines. We saw family, stayed at my mom’s, slept little, played cards till the wee hours and laughed till we cried!! What joy family is!!! I still giggle when I think of that trip!
My favorite Christmas memory is being at Christmas Eve services with my parents and singing alto on all the Christmas carols with my mom. I’ve sang those carols many times with my own family – but it is just not the same as singing the alto part with my mom.
I love being alone with GOD on the trail at Huntsville State Park with my favorite contemporary Christian songs playing on my mp3 player. During this time, all is well.
My beloved Fiestaware rocks! It is my favorite dishware ever and I have a pretty big collection in loads of colors. (My favorite of all is Persimmon.) I like the new Fiesta better than the old because it’s more durable and I can slam it around when I’m in a hurry or irritated or something, but I do have a few pieces of the old stuff, like my gravy boat.
I have a bit of an obsession with Fiestaware as well! Glad someone else shares it ๐
My favorite fast food breakfast is….a Bojangles’ Cajun Chicken Biscuit with a Sweet Tea!
If you’re not from South Carolina, North Carolina or Georgia, you may have never seen/heard of a Bojangles’.
Luckily there isn’t a Bojangles’ convenient to where I live or I wouldn’t be able to walk….I’d just be one big biscuit!!
Oooooh and I forgot about their BoBerry Biscuits…good too!
Florida has them too
Oh, yes! SO GOOD! We have one about 4 miles from our house. Every time we drive by, my 3 year old yells “Mama, it’s BOJANGLES! Let’s eat!” :o)
We have them in Virginia also.
Bojangles still exists?? I grew up eating a Bojangles chicken biscuit on my way to my after school job driving my VW Bug. Good memories!
My favorite lipsticd liner is L’Oreal lip liners. They rock
My favorite thing to do EVER is swimming. I love to be in the water especially in the summer soaking up the sun and fluttering about. It’s so freeing for me.
Just one!!??!!??! LOL!!! My favorite time of day is morning. I love when the house is still quiet and it’s dark outside, and I get a cup of coffee and curl up with my devotional books, The Word, and a throw quilt my momma made for me.
my favorite day of the week is MONDAY! (when everyone goes back to work/school and i can gather my house back together for a fresh start!)
Amen sister!
My favorite hand held vibrator ever is a Homemedics big ole thang! Get your minds out of the gutter and listen up. I play the violin–for long hours and my back and neck and shoulders almost go dead with numbing pain. When I come home from rehearsals and concerts and gigs full of tension in my muscles my dear Muffin will pull out the Buzzer and press it into my back until the skin heats up and turns almost purple. Then I can feel my real muscles and relax and get a good night’s sleep. These are the appliances with the giant knobs on them, that have infinite speeds and also an option for added heat. Muffin turns it to full throttle, no heat, presses it into the biggest knot in my back and keeps it there until I direct him to move it to the second biggest knot. And so on. I think we have now owned four or five of these wondrous machines.
Aunt Rhody tsk tsk…you had me there for a moment, mind in gutter tsk tsk laughing laughing.
Uhhhh….me too ๎
My favorite comfort food is RED VELVET CAKE. Well, not not really, Red Velvet cake batter. I have been known to make a half recipe of the scrumptious chocolatey sweet treat and sit in a chair with a spoon and eat till my heart’s content. Ah bliss. I have also found it it in cheesecake, yum, and I just say yesterday a red velvet PIE. can’t wait to try that. I used to freeze what I couldn’t eat, but that made it too easy to eat, so I throw away what’s left so I have to make an effort if I want it. I only do this about twice a year, unless, for some reason I’m actually making a CAKE for something.
LOVE Cookie dough batter…..calls me in the middle of the night!
Calories consumed during that time don’t count cause it is too confusing to figure out which day they belong to…….๎
I found it in frozen yogurt yesterday at Menchie’s!!
My favorite thing is to hear that my little two year old granddaughter’s temperature of 103 broke after 5 days of croup and pink eye! My daughter said she was standing with her coat on this morning waiting at the front door to go to the sitter and she was singing, “Alive, Alive, forevermore. My Jesus is alive, alive forevermore.” Praise the Lord for those babies who show us how to praise Jesus!
Oh Beth, you so made me laugh this morning when I read your “you don’t have to tell everything” note. I promptly texted my sister, and she quickly tinged me back…..if it is possible to giggle via text, we were cackling like two ole hens ๎ฎ (not that we are old of course, just a figure of speech). You would have to know my Mom to appreciate the entire story. ๎
And just as the laughter died it hit me……….YOUR INITIALS ARE BM!
We were off in another fit of giggles…………nuff said?? ๎
My favorite thing is my iPad ๎. I am an avid reader ๎ ……..so it is just the ticket, and it is backlit. I have several versions of the Bible on it, and it is AWESOME to travel with. I loved my Kindle too, and still use the Kindle app, but the iPad is just the best.
……..my ABSOLUTE MOST FAVORITE THING — MY GIRLFRIENDS (especially my sister). I am divorced and they are such a source of Christian love and support, as many of them are also single. I thank Him everyday for them, as well as a church ๎ฝ that supports and embraces a Singles Ministry for those of us over 45. OK, I love the guys in the class too, but let’s face it, THERE AIN’T NOTHING LIKE GIRLFRIENDS. ๎จ ๎ซ ๎ฌ ๎ช ๎ข ๎ญ ๎ซ
And YOU Beth are also a favorite. I have learned many eternal and precious truths through you. Most of all, you have shown the world that Our Lord has a great sense of humor.
And it is a good thing you and I love HIM, cause the enemy could have a FIELD DAY with us!!!!
Me, too! Love my Kindle but haven’t really touched it since the iPad came along.
MY Favorite BOOK EVER is Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. I loooove this book and the story it tells of our God! I read it when I was in college and just read it again (8 years later) with my next door neighbor, who is trying to wrap her brain around this whole trusting-God-thing. God is opening up some doors and hearts with this book! Thank you Jesus!
That is one of my all time favorite books too!
My favorite thing ever (so far in this life) is shopping for my twin granddaughters (first grands) who will be born the end of June or early July. YIPPEEEEEEE. It was our Christmas miracle. No twins on either side of the family and only a sprinkling of girls here and there through out the last three generations,but a passel of boys.Rejoicing like crazy!!! We will be Lolli and Pop!
Lolli and Pop? Now that is just the cutesy thing EVER!!!!
Cutest…..I can spell!
I relate to Beth in being picky about pens. My absolute favorite pens are found only at Office Max: They are called TUL pens. Both the Ballpoint and the Gel pens write beautifully. They are retractable with one hand, so smooth, precise, comfortable to hold, and they look cool, too. They last a long time. For anyone who loves to journal and take notes, a great pen makes a big difference.
These pens are the best. My mother-in-law gave me my first in a Christmas stocking. She periodically sends me more because we don’t have an Office Max.
My favorite smell EVER is the soap the Hospital that I had my son, Noah at uses. I had a C-Section, so I didn’t get to hold my baby boy until about an hour and a half after he was born. When they handed that precious bundle to me he smelled strongly of that soap because all the nurses handling him must have rubbed that soap smell off on his skin. That’s the first thing I remember is smelling his skin and it smelled just like that soap. Now, whenever we go to the doctor I was my hands over and over so that I can smell that smell again. It brings back such sweet memories of my first three days with our son. Just staring, soaking him in, and that smell.
My favorite thing is texts from my (grown) kids…well, my FAVORITE thing is when they come home, but next to that, I love getting texts from them!
Meeee tooooo!
Their Dad and I are divorced and he lectured me last week about how the
“boys” (29 and 26) needed to hear my voice. Texting is a great way to communicate…..not the best way to stay in touch but IT SURE BEATS NOT HEARING FROM THEM!
I get 5-6 messages a day and CHERISH every one of them!
I agree though, there is nothing better than hugging ’em in person! ๎๎๎๎
Romans 8:38-39 NIV For I am convinced that neither death nor life,neither angles nor demons,neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth,neither anything else in all creation,will be able to seperate us from the love of god that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
My favorite drink is a Route 44 Diet Coke from Sonic….there is absolutely nothing like it!!! Oh, that ice just makes it yummy!
Would have to agree with Kristen…I love my Clarisonic and my Kindle! But nothing beats a sunset at the lake or beach!
My favorite dessert is the Skinny Cow Chocoloate Truffle bar! I know it’s a tad expensive but I’ve told my husbadnd I don’t care how much they cost – I’m buying ’em!
My favorite thing that my nephews do right now is go crazy excited when David Crowder Happiness comes on (they are 2,5 and 8).
My favorite cheese popcorn is O-Ke-Doke Cheese popcorn and the only place I can find it is up North when we visit!! I am a cheese popcorn expert (of the cheaper kind!) Some can be really good BUT way too expensive.
My favorite thing to do is plan my dream trips to Spain, Ireland, and Montana. I love the outdoors, country, and exotic places with rich history and culture. My heart’s desire is to write a book that will bless others hearts and lives and open the door for me to travel more…one step at a time, Jesus!
My favorite book series EVER…I’ve read these books at least ten times! The Zion Covenant and The Zion Chronicles, by Bodie Thoene
they are excellent!
So many favorites, but today, My favorite thing is to dive in to my current Bible Study (The Patriarchs) and get lost in God’s Word. Of course a nice Caramel Brulee from Starbucks would be nice with it. Too bad it’s out of season!
TJ Weeden
Myrtle Beach, SC
My favorite eye make up remover is Almay sensitive eye circle pre moistened pads. Doesnt hurt my contacts and no oily feelign left behind
Mine too for all the same reasons!
My favorite EVER part of tucking my 5 year old grandson in at night is when I’m holding him while we sing “Thank you, Jesus” and he has his arms around me and gently pats my shoulder while we sing. Oh and did I mention that I’m absolutely certain that he will be a worship leader when he grows up?!
My favorite time of the day is my son’s nap time. That is when I get to have my Quiet Time and then do some housework. Problem is he is about to outgrow naps. Will have to reorder my whole day once that happens.
When that happens, stick him in his room for “Quiet Time”. That’s what I did when my 3 year old outgrew a nap but my 1 year still needed one. It gives you the time you still need, and allows him his own downtime without the problem of having to take a nap.
I feel your pain…naptimes are almost over here too!
My favorite thing is spotting a cardinal; and an added bonus when I’m close enough to hear its song ‘cheer, cheer, cheer, cheer’. A redbird is my own personal reminder of God in my life. Oddly, or I should say amazingly, they show up in my yard at times when I need to be reminded of His love for me the most.
My favorite place to touch is my husband’s ankles. They aren’t the prettiest feet to look at (LOL) but right near the ankle bone on each foot is the softest skin…almost smoother than a baby’s bottom! I can’t wait for him to return from Afghanistan so I can touch my favorite spot!
My favorite drink is a CFDC (Caffeine-Free Diet Coke). My daughter can’t handle caffeine (I’m nursing) so I dig the caffeine-free variety. Add a little cherry syrup and some crushed ice and I’m one happy mama!!!
My favorite drink is EXPRESSO coffee!!!!
Hum.. I think I going to get one now!
My favorite restaurant is “Mr. Joe’s” in Fairfax, VA. Created by my 6-yr-old son last night in our kitchen. The Lord provided a precious time for him, the princess and myself to quietly play before bedtime and the chef created invisible “Grizzly Bear Fish” with the wildest assortment of spices you’ve ever heard. He presented it with “you are my first guest! Wait – I’m just gonna rinse off all the gross stuff – here you go!” Then smiled with pride as I tasted. When I offered him a bite, he said it was “waaaaaay tasty” then asked if I liked to dance because his restaurant included a big dance room and even a hide-and-seek room in the back. It was awesome.
I tell me 3 year old daughter more than once a day that she is my favorite girl! I love to see her sweet face light up when I say that.
My Favorite…… Coming home after a long day and going straight to my room, locking myself up with my Secret Keeper so that I may sing songs unto Him from the very top of my lungs ๐
My favorite devotional – “House Calls”in 90 Days With The One and Only. I had purchase this book and 90 Days with The Beloved Disciple two years ago when I knew I’d be having breast cancer surgery and radiation, etc. The comfort of Christ’s loving compassion “bending over” Peter’s mother-in-law continues to be a source of strength and joy!
My favorite memories ever are long nights of snuggling my sweet baby boy. He was cuddly and precious and we would snooze together in perfect bliss….He’s 7 now and that makes me cry…
My favorite drink is a diet Strawberry Limeaide from Sonic-easy on the ice. While Sonic has great ice, the diet Sprite with strawberries and lime slices floating in it will quench my thirst when nothing else will.
My new favorite memory…watching my 20 month old son discover a splash pad for the first time ๐
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQScl-M0P1k
None of us could stop laughing the entire time he was in it because he was laughing so much!!!
Bethany B I bookmarked this it is adorable. The next time I want to “play in the rain and splash in a puddle” this will fill up my craving for my favorite thing. He is so cute, thank you for posting.
I always read this blog… (I am so grateful for you, Beth!) But I never post anything! Maybe now I should start! ๐
My favorite thing.. that’s hard! I love love love palm trees and the ocean. I know if I am surrounded by both of these all is well in the world if even for a few minutes! ๐
My favourite thing in the world are Victoria Secret Bra’s! I finally found fun and colourful ones that actually fit without anything feeling like it is hanging out. You know what I mean?
My favorite coffee creamer is CoffeeMate Sugar Free Vanilla Caramel….yummy!!! My 2 year old loves it also (I know, I know…she only gets a drop of coffee w/ quite a bit of creamer). Oh, how she loves her “tokkee” in the morning with Momma!
My favorite LipGloss (more like a lip stain without the yucky cracked lines later in the day) is MAC Pro Longwear Lustre LipColor in Jazz-Y-Razz….Seriously….run and buy this and you won’t regret it:) I have two little boys under 3 years old and these lips (which used to never see the light of day without some sort of gloss)have found themselves naked…many days on end. I then found this miraculous product. You put on the color…let it dry…then apply the gloss that is conveniently located on the other end of the stick and presto….great lips for hours on end!!!!!
My favorite thing ever is when spring comes and it smells soft, fresh, dewey and delicious! and you get to put on a cute fun dress ๐