Things That Made Me Go...Hmmm

As usual I read some great posts as I ventured out in blog world, today I'm sharing just a few of those that made me go hmmmmmm:

• I found Twinkle Mom via Word Filled Wednesday and her post Psalm 1:2-His Word made me reexamine how much time I actually spend reading the Word.
  
• Yvonne over at Welcome to My World of Poetry is a very talented poet. Her poem, That's All I Ask of You, gives some great advice to children and parents.
  
• For those feeling like they may have married the wrong mate, Adding Zest to Your Nest has a great article entitled Keeping Covenant. Here's a quote from the article:

"God can take our bad situations, our covenant with the wrong man, and be glorified and show Himself strong through it. There are consequences for disobedience, but God's grace can not only forgive, but it brings blessings out of sins and failures. God will fight for us just as He did for Israel."

• I'm using Saucy tips, which I found at Tidy Mom for the perfect cupcakes from a mix everytime today for the cupcakes I'm baking for church.
• And I'm thinking of trying to make the Marshmallow Pops from Hostess with the Mostess. They're too cute and I think the kids may get a kick out of them.
  
• If you find yourself comparing your blog to others, Gather Inspirit offers some great words of wisdom in the post titled Blogger Envy.
  
• Sword of Goliath has a thought provoking post entitled Dance For Me, Mr. President.
  
• Lisa at Sharing Life with Lisa shares a timely God whisper in Daughter Bare Down. Don't worry mean this word is good for you as well.
  
• Monica at Wisdom Virtue and Rubies had me questioning if I accept God's first answer or do I seek something better in her Lesson from a Crockpot Chicken.

Those are just a few of the many inspirational reads I came across this week. I encourage you to pay these blogs a visit as you have time. My goal is only to share interesting posts from others that I feel you may enjoy reading as well. Each of your blogs offer something unique and very valuable.  I encourage you to keep on keeping on because I blessed each time I visit one you. Thanks so much to each of you who continue to stop by from time to time. Your kindness is greatly appreciated.Well I've got to run the cupcakes are calling.

Wishing you a safe and fun filled weekend.

Interesting Finds

As I cruised cyberspace this week, I came across some posts that made me laugh; others made me ponder, while others sparked my creativity or challenged me. This week's picks are:

• I love Laurie's analogy in A Piece of My Heart-Shake Up.
• Over at Organic Enchilada I was reminded why I fear the messy little ones.
• Spiritual Fuel issued up a dose of reality about boredom in our spiritual lives at times.
• Susan at Forever His encouraged me to keep moving whether I'm walking, running, or flying .
• Linda at By the Way did a great job in pointing out possible reasons for pruning.
• Feeling lucky and want to enter some giveaways here you'll find a whole list of them.
• If you find yourself gripped by fear, you might enjoy Paralysis from Fear at Purposed Princess.
• Need some unique party planning ideas, check out Celebrations at Home.

Those are just a few of the many great posts I've read this week. And I'd like to thank all of you, who have taken the time to stop by my place during the week. There are a lot of places to visit in blogland and I'm honored that you choose to spend a few moments here.

Now tell me about something you read this week that caught your attention or gave you a good laugh.

P.S. I almost forgot this one, ChristianAudio is giving away a free download of Francis Chan's Forgotten God: Reversing Our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit audiobook this month. Use coupon code JUN2010.

Favorite Finds

Last week I came across a couple of interesting or inspiring reads as I explored the blogosphere. My intention was to post this on Friday or Saturday but unfortunately, I didn't get the task completed. So here are a few of my favorite finds from last week:

• Does Facebook consume much of your time? If so you might want to take Rae's approach over at Porch Ponderings by Rae.
• Feeling like arts and crafts, you might like the cute printable projects at Kind Over Matter.
• Hesitant about giving love a go again, you may enjoy Are You Missing Out on the Main Attraction in Life over at Highly Favored.
• If you're like me your life could be seasoned with a bit more grace. Learn about how grace presents itself in everyday living in Rachel's True Grace post.
• Sonya at Becoming a Strong Wife, Mother, and Friend provides a great article about Waiting on the Lord.

On another note, I'd like to extend my thanks for the awards I was given a few weeks ago. Sorry it has taken me so long to pass them forward.

GlowinGirl at Sugar Tails was such a sweetie and awarded me (to my surprise) The Versatile Blogger award. According to the rules of the award I'm to tell you seven things about myself and pass the award on to other bloggers that I've recently discovered and think are fantastic. Here's my seven:

1. I'm basically dysfunctional late at night. Never been a party animal :0)
2. I'd choose Coke over Pepsi.
3. Reading is one of my favorite pastimes.
4. I don't have any children just my dog, Bella.
5. I hate listening to music while waiting on someone to answer their cell phone. It drives me crazy.
6. I tend to only listen to music in the car
7. I'm an introvert.

I'd like to pass the award on to: Monica at Wisdom, Virtue & Rubies, Empowering Your Life with Cheryl Pullins, Just Another Clay Pot, From His Heart to Mine, Nana's Reflection and A Pilgrim's Project

Yvonne at Welcome to My Word of Poetry recently awarded me with the From Me to You Award and I'd like to pass it onto Karen, GlowinGirl, Patricia,

Thanks to each of them and if you haven't already visited these blogs mentioned, please stop by when you get a chance.