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Name: harmoniously

Interests: living a life for God, laughter, people, traveling, New York City, fashion, eating good food, Australia, reading, television, and simply...enjoying life
Expertise: weddings (though i've never had my own), celebrity facts (not sure if that's something to be proud of), becoming easily addicted to television shows, especially reality tv (i'm sounding pathetic), and coming across snobby(although rarely my intention)

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Member Since: 9/2/2005

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Tuesday, January 01, 2008

A Year in Review

Happy 2008 everyone!
Hard to believe another year is upon us. 2007 was a great year.
I've been thinking about 2007 and here are some of the highlights:

1. A visitor from Down Under (pre & post 2007)

2. Another visit from one of my favorite people... Sarah- who I lovingly refer to as Slim.

3. Skydiving- a lifetime goal.

4. Emilie (my sister) & Brian's Wedding- amazing day!

5. Trip back to Australia.

6. Extreme Makeover Home Edition- an incredible project to be part of!
(Aired on ABC December 16th. If you missed it you can watch it on www.abc.com and catch my 0.5 seconds of fame- I can tell you where to find me.

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7. Becoming a student again & learning a little bit of French with these fine folk.

8. Thanksgiving in Texas at Em & Brian's home.

9. An Ugly Christmas Bash

10. And to finish the year off... Christmas in Hawaii.

Here's to 2008... may this be your greatest year yet!

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Friday, October 19, 2007

What Makes Life Beautiful

Relationships are a wonderful thing. Whether that be the relationship between a mother and son, brother and sister, husband and wife, college roommates, co-workers, etc.

God has brought different people in and out of my life thru the different experiences I've had and many have left a lasting impression, helping me become who I am. Some I see often and others are far away, but it is relationships that make my life thrive.

Parents who never stop believing.
Amazing siblings who love me unconditionally and never hesitate to come to my defense.
A highschool friend who continually shows me what it means to be a godly woman in all aspects of life.
A lifelong friend that I see far less than I would like, but knows me in a way no one else ever will.
An old boyfriend who reminded me not to be so serious, but to really enjoy life.
My New York friend who always wants to know the "little" details of my life and has truly shown me what love, grace, and forgiveness mean.
My Canadian brothers that never cease to make me laugh.
An old college roommate who has shown unwavering faith and strength during times of tremendous grief.
The friend with refreshing honesty that compels me to care.
The roommate that can understand my frustrations and struggles.

Relationships require risk, some more than others. But for me, it is one risk I am willing to take. Fear can get in the way because humans are involved, therefore pain can be a consequence. But I agree with Alfred Lord Tennyson "'Tis better to have loved and lost, Than never to have loved at all."

Relationships are amazing and challenging. They require risk and vulnerability. They are full of joy and pain. They are simple and confusing. They are lifelong or brief moments. They are selfish and selfless. They are full of love and they break our hearts. But they are what make life beautiful.

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Monday, October 15, 2007

My "Extreme" Experience

A family in my town was recently chosen by Extreme Makeover Home Edition. It was a friend of a friend, so when I heard about the opportunity to volunteer, I was very excited.

It was an amazing experience... to see people from the community come together and give of their time and talent to help out a family (that most didn't even know). People worked day and night until the house was complete. I enjoyed getting dirty and putting my muscles to use for a change. And I met some cool people along the way.

The episode will air sometime in January- the 11th episode of the season.

* mountainandskye if you read this... I can't access your blog anymore. :( I really want to.

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Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Facebook has been getting the best of me lately, but I do miss Xanga.

Highlights from the last couple months:

1. Surprising my sister at her new home in Texas... I love my sister!

2. Redecorating my office... new boss = new decor.

3. Becoming a student again.

4. Realizing that God chooses to use me despite my human effort... for that I am thankful!

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Saturday, August 04, 2007

My Trip to Australia

I recently spent 2 weeks in Australia. It had been over 3 years since I had been back, so I was very excited to see friends and enjoy the country. Oh what fun I had.

First stop: Adelaide, South Australia

Friends to visit: Susan & Ben (my old Aussie boyfriend)

Highlights: Wine tasting, goat milking, German beer drinking & sausage eating, and a fabulous time with great friends!

Just in case you felt the urge to drink out of the toilet.

Most random part of my trip... seeing a girl I graduated from university with that I haven't seen for 5 years. We ran into each other in the bathroom of the Adelaide airport.

Next stop: The Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Friends to visit: Caleb, Mama E & Papa J

Highlights: The company of a fabulous fellow, My Aussie grandparents, new friends, a snake named Meekus, the beach