Hello to all visitors from Kelly's Korner Blog - some nearly 1000 of you have visited my personal little webby corner of the world since Monday of last week. Welcome!
Quite a few have asked/commented about my cousin Matt (whom I recently posted about when Kelly sent out a call for the most amazing singles we know)...and let me just say: I am impressed! I clicked through some of the profiles and bios of those who were recommended through the comments and what I saw just blew me away. Quite a few of the ladies were so incredible that I was left wondering (and even wishing!) they'd be a perfect match for my cousin Matt and that I'd pick up a rockstar cousin-in-law.
If you read my writeup about my cousin, you'd have noticed that I submitted it without checking with him first - uh oh - and I finally broke the news to him last night. He.was.flattered. But he's also nursing a slightly broken heart at the moment. So, out of respect for his personal circumstances, I decided to remove my writeup. Certainly, I hope this is only temporary, and since one never, ever knows; you can bet I'm saving everyone's contact information (!) and I hope that he'll be fully open to finding new love soon.
You gals amaze me - I just love your openness to finding love in less conventional ways, and adore that you are willing to take fun and bold chances.
And let me echo Kelly's sentiments: you are absolutely incredible. The Lord loves you in unimaginable ways...and even if your love story doesn't begin in this venue, it will be very special when it does begin. And it could happen at any time, in any moment. Your only job is to trust Him, to stay optimistic and continue to be open to however the Lord may lead, guide and direct your path.
If ever I can be an encouragement, please do let me know! Love you dearly!
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Saturday, February 9, 2013
Monday, February 4, 2013
Meet Kevyn
Today I am taking a brief break from my normal discussion about bullets & ballgowns to link up with with Kelly's Korner Blog as she starts the New Year off right with a Singles Linkup!
Of course, I am happily married...but I have a plethora of amazing single friends whom I'd love to see happily married as well. :) So I'm brushing the dust off my notebook and sharpening my pencil and getting down to business...it's a bit overwhelming to think that, in some small way, the words I write might lead to a wonderful and blossoming romance. Oh, the pressure!
Without further ado...
Please meet one of my best girl friends, Kevyn. Yes, that's Kevyn. Pronounced, phonetically, like Kevin. But with a "Y" instead of an "I" which pretty much makes her name one of the coolest names ever. When my husband & I first started dating I used to tell him about my friend Kevyn...how we talked often, how we'd planned a to visit one another, etc etc. Let's just say that he was sure glad to know that Kevyn is one of my closest female friends...
Kevyn is one of the most glamorous women I know. I'm not even exaggerating. Part of what makes her so glamorous is the fact that she would never ever describe herself as glamorous. She's not one to wear a face full of makeup...because she doesn't need it. Her complexion and face are flawless. Her smile is bright and beautiful and I can't recall a time when her hair hasn't been immaculate. But here's the kicker - she's one of the lucky ones who doesn't need to spend significant amounts of time on beautification. Because she naturally IS (very beautiful).
You might be intimidated by the fact that she currently resides in NYC. But, let me tell you, she can find just as much enjoyment in any small town (in Texas, preferably!) as can be found in a big city. She's a true "bloom where you are planted" kind of person and has really learned to embrace and appreciate all that the City has to offer (even though she's an OH girl at heart...)
She is absolutely adventurous - exploring NYC, attending Austin City Limits, visiting Hong Kong for New Years, searching for blue bonnets in the springtime in Texas, skiing in CT, beaching in FL, flying all the way to Memphis, TN to visit me (when I lived there) so we could see George Strait & Reba live in concert. Kevyn would be hard pressed to decline any invitation which involves exploring and enjoying every ounce of this planet!
She's also independent. But not in a man-hating sort of way. She's extremely inventive and resourceful - those few days when I was worried senseless about her ability to weather hurricane Sandy?...Kevyn managed to make the entire ordeal into an adventure and somehow ended up at the Waldorf Astoria with some friends when power was knocked out in her section of the City.
Kevyn is one of the most compassionate people I know - a rare and unique quality that can only be understood when you realize that her relationship with Christ is her very foundation. Shortly after hurricane Sandy hit, she used her paid vacation days to help those in need around the City. She often cooks and hosts dinner in her home for her church group and, let me tell you, her cooking is divine!
Ok, enough gorgeous photos of Kevyn!!!
I really can't think of any woman who is more naturally beautiful and extremely well rounded. She's accomplished in her career and she doesn't need a rescuer or someone who can take care of her...she simply needs a Christ-loving companion who will walk beside her...to double life's joys and share in the burdens of life's sorrows. It will take a very special man...and I just can't wait to see who the Lord has in store for her! If you know of anyone you believe would be a perfect match for my friend Kevyn, please let me know...
Of course, I am happily married...but I have a plethora of amazing single friends whom I'd love to see happily married as well. :) So I'm brushing the dust off my notebook and sharpening my pencil and getting down to business...it's a bit overwhelming to think that, in some small way, the words I write might lead to a wonderful and blossoming romance. Oh, the pressure!
Without further ado...
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| Meet: my friend Kevyn :) |
Please meet one of my best girl friends, Kevyn. Yes, that's Kevyn. Pronounced, phonetically, like Kevin. But with a "Y" instead of an "I" which pretty much makes her name one of the coolest names ever. When my husband & I first started dating I used to tell him about my friend Kevyn...how we talked often, how we'd planned a to visit one another, etc etc. Let's just say that he was sure glad to know that Kevyn is one of my closest female friends...
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| Kevyn, on the left with one of our friends in...I'm guessing Central Park! |
Kevyn is one of the most glamorous women I know. I'm not even exaggerating. Part of what makes her so glamorous is the fact that she would never ever describe herself as glamorous. She's not one to wear a face full of makeup...because she doesn't need it. Her complexion and face are flawless. Her smile is bright and beautiful and I can't recall a time when her hair hasn't been immaculate. But here's the kicker - she's one of the lucky ones who doesn't need to spend significant amounts of time on beautification. Because she naturally IS (very beautiful).
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| This is one of my favorite photos! |
You might be intimidated by the fact that she currently resides in NYC. But, let me tell you, she can find just as much enjoyment in any small town (in Texas, preferably!) as can be found in a big city. She's a true "bloom where you are planted" kind of person and has really learned to embrace and appreciate all that the City has to offer (even though she's an OH girl at heart...)
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| Exploring NYC! |
She is absolutely adventurous - exploring NYC, attending Austin City Limits, visiting Hong Kong for New Years, searching for blue bonnets in the springtime in Texas, skiing in CT, beaching in FL, flying all the way to Memphis, TN to visit me (when I lived there) so we could see George Strait & Reba live in concert. Kevyn would be hard pressed to decline any invitation which involves exploring and enjoying every ounce of this planet!
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| Kevyn - exploring the markets in Hong Kong! |
Kevyn is one of the most compassionate people I know - a rare and unique quality that can only be understood when you realize that her relationship with Christ is her very foundation. Shortly after hurricane Sandy hit, she used her paid vacation days to help those in need around the City. She often cooks and hosts dinner in her home for her church group and, let me tell you, her cooking is divine!
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| Kevyn, right, with a friend for brunch. |
I really can't think of any woman who is more naturally beautiful and extremely well rounded. She's accomplished in her career and she doesn't need a rescuer or someone who can take care of her...she simply needs a Christ-loving companion who will walk beside her...to double life's joys and share in the burdens of life's sorrows. It will take a very special man...and I just can't wait to see who the Lord has in store for her! If you know of anyone you believe would be a perfect match for my friend Kevyn, please let me know...
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Newest Community Project
Hey peeps -
For the past 7 days, I've been knee-deep engrossed in bringing a new project to life. It is one of the greatest, most rewarding experiences to watch something form from absolutely nothing.
Here are the 5 "W"s of this most recent project:
What: OPERATION:: Gift the Gown is a project to collect donations of formal attire and host a couple of distribution events to distribute the formal wear to those in our community in need (High school teens for Prom and Fort Riley wives for the upcoming formal season).
When: Collection is now through 22 FEB. Distribution dates are 23 FEB (for Prom) and 2 MAR (For military wives)
Where: Collection happens through community partners in Junction City, Manhattan & Fort Riley.
Who: Major community partners join forces to assist with collection and hosting.
Why: Because we can. And it's the right thing to do. And the outcome will be amazing.
Here's the direct web link to the website I created to support the project: https://sites.google.com/site/giftthegown/home
I've also been engaged in conversation with community partners, writing news releases, etc etc.
Lots of work! But super fun!
xo, a
For the past 7 days, I've been knee-deep engrossed in bringing a new project to life. It is one of the greatest, most rewarding experiences to watch something form from absolutely nothing.
Here are the 5 "W"s of this most recent project:
What: OPERATION:: Gift the Gown is a project to collect donations of formal attire and host a couple of distribution events to distribute the formal wear to those in our community in need (High school teens for Prom and Fort Riley wives for the upcoming formal season).
When: Collection is now through 22 FEB. Distribution dates are 23 FEB (for Prom) and 2 MAR (For military wives)
Where: Collection happens through community partners in Junction City, Manhattan & Fort Riley.
Who: Major community partners join forces to assist with collection and hosting.
Why: Because we can. And it's the right thing to do. And the outcome will be amazing.
Here's the direct web link to the website I created to support the project: https://sites.google.com/site/giftthegown/home
I've also been engaged in conversation with community partners, writing news releases, etc etc.
Lots of work! But super fun!
xo, a
Friday, February 1, 2013
1 is the loneliest number
Seems like my entire Facebook newsfeed is abuzz with talk about wacky weather. Here's how our morning is starting...
When I see photos of my TX peeps wearing short sleeves, I feel some pretty strong envy;)
When I see photos of my TX peeps wearing short sleeves, I feel some pretty strong envy;)
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