Bottom - Abigail Kraft
Two very different photos on the same word. I love seeing our distinct perspectives -- it's interesting to see how we both interpreted light. Make sure to head to her blog and say hello!
Blessings on your Monday!
Love,
Hannah
Monday, April 18, 2011
Collaboration # 1 - Light
Labels:
Lovely
Remember the collaboration that my mom and I were doing? We talked about it and thought it would even more interesting if we had a different perspective from someone who we didn't interact with daily. So the lovely Abigail and I are starting up a collaboration -- this first week's word is light.
Top - Hannah Nicole.
Bottom - Abigail Kraft
Two very different photos on the same word. I love seeing our distinct perspectives -- it's interesting to see how we both interpreted light. Make sure to head to her blog and say hello!
Blessings on your Monday!
Love,
Hannah
Bottom - Abigail Kraft
Two very different photos on the same word. I love seeing our distinct perspectives -- it's interesting to see how we both interpreted light. Make sure to head to her blog and say hello!
Blessings on your Monday!
Love,
Hannah
Saturday, April 16, 2011
crisscrossed cookies (complete with chocolate chips)
Labels:
Food
Some days are milk and (peanut butter gluten free) cookie days.
What's your favorite comfort cookie?
Friday, April 15, 2011
And so I write.
Labels:
faith
,
simple life
,
thoughts
I've missed blogging this past week. Though lately, my posts have become more and more sporadic, there's something freeing about sitting down and writing. I've always loved writing; ever since I was little, stringing words together to create something has excited me. And blogging gives me the arena to say what I need to say; gives me room to write what's on my heart. Writing is a God-given passion and I'm grateful for the gift of this little online journal of mine.
There are many things I've been pondering lately. I'm in a new season of life and there are countless changes and choices coming up. Decisions and new paths that are necessary, yet hard. Because while change can be good, it's still tinged with melancholy. There's that sense of remembering what is gone and wishing for it, even though the future holds brighter promise than the past could have contained.
Something that's been really pressing upon my heart lately is mission photography. Photography is something that I love and in the past, I've contemplated perhaps doing engagements or weddings. However, there's that small stirring that's whispering of something else. My photography now is like a visual journal -- my life, day by day, moments captured and celebrated. And mission photography recently has been something that's constantly going through my head. It's something that I would love to be blessed with an opportunity for.
My life lately hasn't been prioritized. My relationship with my Savior has been lacking and pushed to the side. I've fallen into the trap of putting God in the corner and pulling Him out when "I need Him." That's a terrible lie that I don't ever want to succumb to again -- I need Him always. Perhaps more in the good times than in the bad, because in times of prosperity and peace, we're tempted to believe that we don't need Him because "we can handle it."
I'm working on several changes in my life right now; managing my time better, being one of them. I lose time like leftover change, and unlike those bright pennies, time that's been wasted can't be found again. It's gone, forever. And in my life, I've been coming the conclusion more and more that I need to work on how I spend my time. I long to be diligent, intentional, and authentic. Yet sometimes I view change as something that will just happen, and Bam! There's a new me.
Change, however, is usually a gradual process; an incline that gets steeper along the journey and sometimes, you don't think that you'll ever reach the top. I was not created to live complacently, lethargically, and apathetically. I am to live intentional, because I was created intentional. Filled with the fullness of God.
With Him, I'll always keep growing. I was foreknown by my Savior and predestined to be conformed into the image of His Son. (Romans 8:29) But it's not a one time thing; not a spontaneous and instantaneous action that immediately transforms you. All that I can do is take my life as it is, a blessing, a day at a time and gradually grow into the woman of Christ that I was created to be. I choose to live intentional.
I fail. I flounder, fake, and fall down. We put ourselves into places from our sin that are far from Him. Yet He is always there, and no matter what, He is good. It's a choice to everyday live for Him. A life lived for Him isn't easy but it's the best kind of life there could be.
I deeply desire to live a life that's meaningful -- one that matters. A defined life is one that is lived for the Lord. That's a life that I want to live. That's a life I'm going to live. There's no more, "I'll do this tomorrow." Or putting it aside. I only have today and I will not let this gift of now fall by the wayside.
I have one life to live for Him. And I'm going to live it.
Love,
Hannah
(I was deeply blessed by your comments and prayers -- thank you all so much for your friendship)
There are many things I've been pondering lately. I'm in a new season of life and there are countless changes and choices coming up. Decisions and new paths that are necessary, yet hard. Because while change can be good, it's still tinged with melancholy. There's that sense of remembering what is gone and wishing for it, even though the future holds brighter promise than the past could have contained.
Something that's been really pressing upon my heart lately is mission photography. Photography is something that I love and in the past, I've contemplated perhaps doing engagements or weddings. However, there's that small stirring that's whispering of something else. My photography now is like a visual journal -- my life, day by day, moments captured and celebrated. And mission photography recently has been something that's constantly going through my head. It's something that I would love to be blessed with an opportunity for.
My life lately hasn't been prioritized. My relationship with my Savior has been lacking and pushed to the side. I've fallen into the trap of putting God in the corner and pulling Him out when "I need Him." That's a terrible lie that I don't ever want to succumb to again -- I need Him always. Perhaps more in the good times than in the bad, because in times of prosperity and peace, we're tempted to believe that we don't need Him because "we can handle it."
I'm working on several changes in my life right now; managing my time better, being one of them. I lose time like leftover change, and unlike those bright pennies, time that's been wasted can't be found again. It's gone, forever. And in my life, I've been coming the conclusion more and more that I need to work on how I spend my time. I long to be diligent, intentional, and authentic. Yet sometimes I view change as something that will just happen, and Bam! There's a new me.
Change, however, is usually a gradual process; an incline that gets steeper along the journey and sometimes, you don't think that you'll ever reach the top. I was not created to live complacently, lethargically, and apathetically. I am to live intentional, because I was created intentional. Filled with the fullness of God.
With Him, I'll always keep growing. I was foreknown by my Savior and predestined to be conformed into the image of His Son. (Romans 8:29) But it's not a one time thing; not a spontaneous and instantaneous action that immediately transforms you. All that I can do is take my life as it is, a blessing, a day at a time and gradually grow into the woman of Christ that I was created to be. I choose to live intentional.
I fail. I flounder, fake, and fall down. We put ourselves into places from our sin that are far from Him. Yet He is always there, and no matter what, He is good. It's a choice to everyday live for Him. A life lived for Him isn't easy but it's the best kind of life there could be.
I deeply desire to live a life that's meaningful -- one that matters. A defined life is one that is lived for the Lord. That's a life that I want to live. That's a life I'm going to live. There's no more, "I'll do this tomorrow." Or putting it aside. I only have today and I will not let this gift of now fall by the wayside.
I have one life to live for Him. And I'm going to live it.
Love,
Hannah
(I was deeply blessed by your comments and prayers -- thank you all so much for your friendship)
Sunday, April 10, 2011
a refresher.
Labels:
thoughts
I've been contemplating taking a break lately. I almost took unofficial leave from my blog -- a sabbatical. A time to refresh and by refreshed. And after talking about it, praying a bit, as well as pondering it, I've decided to take a short break -- just a few days or so for a breather. However, when verbalizing my thoughts to my mom, she vociferated a wonderful point that resonated with me.
"If you feel like you need to take a break, then take it. But I think that blogging is good for you -- it helps you to see life through a different lens. Shows you the beauty in the everyday. And allows you to write what's on your heart."
I've been feeling apathetic and complacent in my walk with Christ, as well as my life, lately. This time of the year is crowded with activities, school, and preparation for the summer that's looming on the horizon. Moments of peace, quiet, and reflection are lost in the hurry, hurry, rush, rush.
And blogging, along with many other things, has been pushed to the sidelines.
One of the other reasons that I pondered taking a leave from blogging was because I feel like my blog has lost its focus. The lens that I was looking through has gotten so smudged that I can't make out what I'm seeing in the viewfinder. I'm hoping that through my break, that lens will be completely wiped clean. Sparkling glass -- a mirror to reflect Christ.
In the end, that's what I aspire for my blog to be. In everything, that it would point back to Christ. That the entirety of it and the focus would be to glorify my Savior.
So I'm taking a little refresher and will be back soon. Deeply grateful and blessed by all of you, and am thankful for your friendship. This little journal of mine has blossomed and flourished and it wouldn't be where it is right now without you. So thank you.
Love,
Hannah
"If you feel like you need to take a break, then take it. But I think that blogging is good for you -- it helps you to see life through a different lens. Shows you the beauty in the everyday. And allows you to write what's on your heart."
I've been feeling apathetic and complacent in my walk with Christ, as well as my life, lately. This time of the year is crowded with activities, school, and preparation for the summer that's looming on the horizon. Moments of peace, quiet, and reflection are lost in the hurry, hurry, rush, rush.
And blogging, along with many other things, has been pushed to the sidelines.
One of the other reasons that I pondered taking a leave from blogging was because I feel like my blog has lost its focus. The lens that I was looking through has gotten so smudged that I can't make out what I'm seeing in the viewfinder. I'm hoping that through my break, that lens will be completely wiped clean. Sparkling glass -- a mirror to reflect Christ.
In the end, that's what I aspire for my blog to be. In everything, that it would point back to Christ. That the entirety of it and the focus would be to glorify my Savior.
So I'm taking a little refresher and will be back soon. Deeply grateful and blessed by all of you, and am thankful for your friendship. This little journal of mine has blossomed and flourished and it wouldn't be where it is right now without you. So thank you.
Love,
Hannah
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Lovely Photo Wednesday!
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miscellaneous
Hello sweet friends! Thank you all so much for your input on whether to continue One Word or bring back Lovely Photo. I'm so excited to have Lovely Photo Back -- because truthfully, I missed it. And I missed seeing your lovely photos! So this week, I'm excited to start it up again.
My photo? It's definitely exciting because of the backstory. See that lady? That's my lovely momma. And see that beautiful bracelet? She's giving one away on her blog. Just thought I'd let you know. ;) The co-creator of the bracelets is our wonderful friend Amy -- the same woman who sat with my mom in the hospital with Sam. Did I mention she homeschools? And has five boys? We're part of the same church too. Our families are really closed, and I know that we're blessed by their friendship.
And that bracelet? It's not just a pretty design. It's personal. Tells your story. Holds your photos. Keeps your memories close. Head over to my mom's blog to enter to win it! (and make sure to come back and link up your lovely photo!)
If you haven't played along before, link up your lovely photo and tell us a bit about it, or nothing at all. Write what you want or don't say anything, but share a picture and link it up below. Then, remember to bloghop around a bit and comment on at least three other entries. Ready? Go! :)
Friday, April 1, 2011
( these are ) some of my friday favorite things...
Labels:
simple life
A few favorites from this past week
Highlighting them today
Celebrating them
And being grateful.
Chloe asking all morning, "is this true?" while reading facebook.
We've had to inform her that..
NO Justin Bieber is not starring in the next Narnia movie.
YES chocolate does have calories
( and )
NO Starbucks coffee is not delivered by mobile phones.
I love her. :-)
Chalk.
Our neighbors coming over and bringing their Just Dance with them.
Playing Just Dance with my mom. ;)
Vintage tea cups and plates from my great grandma.
A wonderful post about tea, life, and change by Abigail Kraft at Rear Window
The smell and touch of rain.
Orange juice and Canada Dry together.
Drinking the above drink in a hot tub with friends.
Laughing with a friend who kept asking for more Canadian Dry.
Caleb's plating.
( he was so proud of it )
Impromptu shopping trips to Green Planet minutes before ballet.
The fact that Green Planet is right next to our ballet studio.
Misty mornings with dew on branches.
Fresh fruit from Costco.
Grace almost naming her Webkinz
Zabaglione. ( dzabaˈjoːnɛ )
(we might be food network fans/foodies. just maybe.)
Grace ending up naming her Webkinz Pink Pudding.
Doing science experiments that involved breaking eggs.
Doing those said science experiments with my brothers.
Watching them laugh as they got to break the eggs.
Taking photos with Grace outside as the sun swiftly fades.
Chloe reading The Book Thief after my recommendation...
And unable to put it down.
Fresh smoothies in the morning.
Honey Nut CHEX.
Honey Nut CHEX that's GLUTEN-FREE.
And...
This face.
(it makes me laugh everytime I see it.)
Any Friday favorites? I'd love to hear about some of your favorite parts of this past week. :)
Much love and many blessings!
Hannah
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Lovely Photo Wednesday or One Word Wednesday?
Labels:
Lovely
Hello friends! I've got a question for you today, as evident by the title. While I've had a blast so far with One Word Wednesday, I'm actually really missing Lovely Photo. Plus, the collaboration that my mom and I are working on is very similar to One Word. Therefore, I'm wondering if you'd all give me your opinion -- which do you prefer? Lovely Photo or One Word? And why? There will be no link up this week due to this -- but head back next Wednesday to see what's happening. ;)
Thanks sweet friends! And because I can't leave a post pictureless...(or maybe because I want an excuse to share this photo of Gracie -- you decide. ;))
( much ) love.
Hannah
Thanks sweet friends! And because I can't leave a post pictureless...(or maybe because I want an excuse to share this photo of Gracie -- you decide. ;))
( much ) love.
Hannah
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