North! Or Be Eaten; The Hardback Version
Our mom surprised us by getting us a hardback copy of North! Or Be Eaten, the second book to one of our favorite…
Posting Update
Only forty-two more days left of posting! I feel like September and October passed really fast, but now November is slowing down. Well,…
Adoration By Matthew Glass
Adoration by Matthew Glass is a beautiful song that beckons one to worship the Lord in complete surrender. Although it is decades old,…
Galatians 4:13
“You know it was because of a bodily ailment that I preached the gospel to you at first, and though my condition was…
The Best Sleeping Mask Ever
Sometimes you just need a sleeping mask (especially on the airplane). So, I’ve had dozens of sleeping masks before that squish your nose,…
You’d Never Think It Could Be So Awesome
Dawn Wild gave me this amazing little thing. A straw cover! Something great for traveling with! I don’t know why I’m so excited…
Walking On Water By Madeleine L’Engle
I started a new book today. This book is recommended by one of my favorite authors, so I can’t wait to find out…
My Reading Light
This reading light is a must have for avid readers. I use mine all the time. It’s really awesome because not only is…
Ephesians 2:4-7
“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses,…
Dragons: Chapter Three
Disaster Quintina needed to get home for two reasons, one, her father wanted her for some purpose, and second, she might be recaptured…
Dragons: Chapter Two
One and only one Blaine stepped out of the shadows and into the night breeze. The moonlight reflected off the handle of…
Dragons: Chapter One
I wrote this story a long time ago (like when I was twelve), but I decided to share it with ya’ll, so you…
A Portable Piano
So, I love music. I’m not very good at making music, but I want to be better. So I got this portable piano…
The Perfect Product Bottle For Travelling
Often times when travelling, shampoo and conditioner are not available when you need them. Sometimes a hotel will provide shampoo but hardly ever…
Christmas Tree
We put up the Christmas tree!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🎄⭐ Although we usually wait until December, we decided to put it up early. We had the…
New Watch Band To Go With My Watch
My parents bought me this watch band😍. I love it. It’s way more comfortable than the other one it came with, and ten…
Cricut Material Disaster
So, I bought this off-brand cricut material. Bad idea. I was trying to make a logo shirt today with our cricut machine, but…
II Peter 3:14
“Therefore, beloved, since you are waiting for these, be diligent to be found by him without spot or blemish, and at peace.”
Cupcakes and NaNo
Finally, it’s November. As I said in another post, I’ve committed myself to this year’s NaNoWriMo. It’s nine-thirty right now and I don’t…
A New Watch!
I’ve been spending like it’s Christmas, lately. So, today, I bought a watch. As you know, it’s all very important to know what…
More LePens
I posted about some of favorite pens the other day. I couldn’t help myself, I had to buy some more. So, I got…
Two Things To Do Before November First And Why NaNoWriMo Is So Awesome By Indy Wild
Indy convinced me to do this thing called NaNoWriMo (which I need to prepare for), and I am getting excited now that November…
Psalms 118:8
“It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.”
Octopus Stuffed Animal
I made my little sister a stuffed octopus. I start crocheting it with a different idea in mind. I was going to make…
The Tallest Buildings In Sticker Form 😁
For my father’s birthday, I decided to whip out a sticker for him. One thing I know about him is that he loves…
A Drummer Boy Christmas By For King & Country
There were only a couple of Christmas CDs to pick from at the store. So, I had to chose at least one, because…
Weed Tea; At Least That’s The Impression I Got
“I’ll only try it because I love you.” I said. Indy Wild was trying hard to get me to try this concoction of…
A Pineapple Pencil And Something I Love To Do With Pencils
Look at this amazing pencil my mom got for me. 😁 Something I love to do with pencils is to write down scriptures…
The Perfect Travel Purse
With a gift card, I bought this new purse, which I’m excited about. I plan to use it when I travel. It’s the…
Leviticus 20:26
“You shall be holy to me, for I the LORD am holy and have separated you from the peoples, that you should be…
Shopping
I’ve never spent so much money in a year, much less a month, and… it feels really good (sorry, future husband). When I…
Character Types
I wrote these two scenes, which have the same scenarios but with different character types. Which one do you like better? She stood…
The Art Sheet Complete
I finished the art sheet. It’s was fun and relaxing. I also colored this pony picture for fun as well while I was…
Coloring Poster
My grandmother gave us these cool art sheets, which are perfect for relaxing fun. I hope to share the finished result in a…
Is It Too Early For Christmas Music?
You guys know that I love Christmas music (don’t you?), so I’m wondering if I can start singing and playing it. I mean,…
I Peter 4:12
“Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has…
The Thailand Sticker
So, guys, I did make a sticker, like I said I needed to in the other post. And it’s for my bottle. But,…
The Skillet Concert: An Exciting Adventure
So, after a couple opening bands played, the Skillet band appeared. It’s was so exciting! The first song they played was Feel Invincible….
An Exciting Adventure
I didn’t know until a couple hours before we had to leave. My parents surprised us with a beautiful present. A concert. You…
Headphone Case
A while ago now, I had some extra stickers that I didn’t know what to do with, so I put them all on…
A Piece Of News
Hey, guys, this is an amazing post that I have posted earlier than usual, because I won’t likely be here when I do…
II Timothy 4:1-4
“I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by…
Best Ways To Sooth A Headache
-Go to a quiet place -Drink some water -Rub your forehead -Let go of all your thoughts -Close your eyes -Eat a snack…
The Fall Of Gondolin
I was sitting at my desk this afternoon and I saw this CD pack that I didn’t even know we had. It’s called…
Breath Away
Breath Away by Phil Wickham has just stolen my heart. It’s super good. This is the chorus. So beautiful. (If I had a…
October
It’s October. Wow. The year has passed at a blazing speed. Only about three more months left in the year. 😲 It’s hard…
Exercising
Today, I had fun working out with my mom and Dawn! We had a great time. 👍 💪🏻
Winnie The Pooh
I started reading the original classic Winnie the Pooh by A. A. Milne to the girls. I love it. I’ve the watched the…
Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.”
Sprint Away (At Least For Two Hours Like Me)
This evening I was planning to read Indy’s draft of one of his books. But Indy himself distracted me by inviting me to…
The Cookies (That I Didn’t Make)
We were trying to kill some time, so we stopped at a cookie shop. We ordered four cookies, but it happened (luckily for…
More On Fall
So, I have some good news and some bad news. To start with the bad news, let me say that we had to…
Fall Is Finally Here!
Now that it’s officially Fall (standing applause), we got our decorations out. Although we do put out a few decorative items, we mostly…
Chicken Pot Pie
I went into the kitchen to prepare dinner. I heated the chicken for the chicken pot pie I was going to make. After…
John 13:13-17
“You call me Teacher and Lord, and you are right, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed…
A New Print
Shirt number two finally done! The Dawn Wild shirt is in the house. With her motto on the back! Can’t wait till Dawn…
Apple Cobbler
This evening I made apple cobbler. Now, I’m tired. 🥺
100 Things I’m Thankful For
I made a list of things that I’m thankful for (in random order). Of course, if I’m ever in a sour mood, I…
A Diagram
I was studying for an exam today in Anatomy. I had asked God to help me as usual. I knew that there’d be…
The Unfading Flower
For my birthday, I got a flower that doesn’t wilt, doesn’t die, and doesn’t lose it’s bloom. As you can see from the…
Adorning the Dark
I just finished Adorning the Dark by Andrew Peterson. I recommend it to pretty much everyone. If you don’t end up appreciating the…
I John 5:1
“Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father loves whoever has been…
Schlotzsky’s
Today, we had a great lunch at one of our favorite restaurants. Schlotzsky’s. Yum, it was delightful. I had a sandwich, a drink,…
As Time Goes By
My darling little sister is growing so fast. Oh, I love her so much! It was only a little while ago that she…
2024 Goal Update
At the beginning of the year, I made a list of my goals in this post. So, halfway through the year, how am…
My Birthday Pics
Thought I’d share a couple photos from my B-day with you guys. My lovely sister Noelle (she’s a doll🥰) gave me a beautiful…
John 10:7-9
“So Jesus again said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before…
Yet Another Day (Aren’t We All Glad To Be Alive?)
Today, I feel quite accomplished. Not only did I workout for mare than an hour and a half, but I also baked some…
Appearance
Like one needs to prepare for a test, one also must be ready for Jesus Christ’s return to the earth. Just as a…
Indy’s New Shirt
I printed a design on a T-shirt. For my birthday, my mom gave me iron-on material to use with our new Cricut machine….
Living Hope
I got another CD by Phil Wickham! You guys know how much I love listening to his music, so you shouldn’t be too…
Mark 7:32-35
“And they brought to him [Jesus] a man who was deaf and had a speech impediment, and they begged him to lay his…
Stroopwafels
This evening I had a steaming cup of coffee (don’t worry, it was decaf coffee) with a Stroopwafel on top! My mom gifted…
Tingly Chili Wavy Noodles
I set the water to boil and examined the instructions more closely. After about four minutes, my noodles would be ready. Since I…
AdventuRose
Hello, it’s me Dawn Wild. Today I’m going to talk about Bella Rose and all her amazingness. So I’ll start with a list…
The Closet
This afternoon I organized our office closet. I love all the colors.
Dutch Blitz
Today, I played Dutch Blitz… for like three hours. Yep, three hours of game. It was a “vonderful” game of much fun. I…
Mark 7:14-15
“And he called the people to him again and said to them, ‘Hear me, all of you, and understand: There is nothing outside a…
A Little Trippy
We decided to go visit a city about two or less hours away. First, we ate at McAlister’s, where I ate a delicious…
Cinnamon Rolls
Today, I was flipping through the cookbook looking for a new biscuit recipe to try, when I spotted a neat recipe for cinnamon…
Love’s Hope
Love’s sympathetic hand grabbed poor Maggi and rushed her through the cobbled streets of London to the burning house that was Maggi’s…
MIni Karaoke
Another cool thing my little sister got for her birthday was a mini karaoke machine. We had so much fun singing into the…
My first kickboxing class – By Indy
My mom brought home report of a class at a local gym that included punching bags and running across fields. While that has…
Instrument
My little sister got for her birthday the coolest instrument that I’ve ever seen. I’m not sure exactly what it is called, but…
Philippians 3:2
“Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh.”
Mindful
How do we keep or minds on the things of above like Colossians 3:2 says? “Set your minds on things that are above, not…
My Green Backpack
I love this backpack. I’ve taken it to school everyday and even around the world. It’s been sturdy and strong, and super handy….
When Time Is Of Essence
When time is of essence, The body works its way, Into a special sort of tense, No matter the time of day, When…
Jane Austen
Yep, I finally decided it was time to read Jane Austen’s novels. We’ve had this book on the shelf for several years, but…
A Farmer’s Puzzle
We got this cool puzzle at the thrift store. As far as I know it still has all the pieces, but we haven’t…
Afghani Food
Today, we went to a Afghani restaurant. It was so good. We ordered the family platter which included all sorts of kababs. And…
Hebrew 13:20-21
“Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the…
What Happens When Ants Invade Your Closet?
I went into my closet to find about a dozen or more ants that I could see crawling on my folded clothes. As…
Mama Noodles
They instantly brought back memories of Thailand. My parents went to a Asian store here in Texas and found, to all of our…
Today’s Accomplishments
Things accomplished today. What did you do today?
A New Notebook!
My parents got me this amazing new notebook. I can’t wait to use it. Have I ever told you guys how much I…
Swirls and Windows
I had about an hour free to draw while I listened to something. This is what was produced. Swirls and Windows, as I…
III John 1:2
“Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with…
One Thing Missed
I realized after I wrote the post Three Ways To Studying Effectively that I missed a very vital thing that I try to…
The Humble Knight
Dawn Wild wrote this fable. I hope you guys like it. There once was a king who lived in a castle with his…
Three Ways To Studying Effectively
Here are three tips to improve your studying and review time. I find these tips very helpful to me.
Flying A Kite
My parents bought my little siblings kites. As you all probably know, flying kites isn’t the easiest thing to do, so I helped…
It’s Okay If You’re Sad
God knows your limits. He won’t push you pass where you can’t go. He won’t let you be tempted you beyond what you…
Proverbs 13:24
“Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him.”
Hobbit Hole
My whole family can fit in a Hobbit hole!
A New Read! Reclamation
I started this the sixth book in the Starlore Legacy by Chuck Black called Reclamation. So far, it’s been good. I really enjoying…
How Do You Deal With Disappointment?
Just recently I come over some disappointments in myself. Have you ever experienced a disappointment? Or several disappointments? But maybe the question isn’t…
A Way of Death
I was reading Proverbs 14, and I came across this verse. “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its…
Indy Wild Poem
I wrote this nonsensical poem about Indy. Indy Wild is so very cool, He likes to wiggle and dance, He likes to play…
1 John 4:1
“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone…
Hobbiton
To be completely honest, I wasn’t very excited about the prospect of seeing Hobbiton. It was a three hour drive away (I don’t…
Spider Lilies
Indy brought home these beautiful spider lilies that he found just in the field around our house. It’s surprising to find such flowers…
More Helpful Than One Would Think
The farmer rocked back in his chair on the cool noon day. He lifted a cigar to his mouth, just as he…
King of Kings
I love this cover song by Essential Worship. King of Kings. It has a beautiful melody that goes along with praise to God.
Baby
My little sister is getting so big. 😍 She can already crawl. 🥺 The time goes by so quickly. Soon, she’ll running around…
My Schedule
I’ve been so busy lately, that I had to make myself a schedule, so I can get everything done. You guys don’t know…
1 John 2:2
“He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.”
Run On…
Traveling is challenging. Here’s a quick testimony from Dawn about one experience of it. “One time in a hurry to catch my plane,…
Kao Soi In Texas
You can’t not have Kao Soi for too long, so my mom made this version of Kao Soi just for us. It had…
A Lovable Pen
I got this wonderful fluffy pen as a gift. I never thought that I would love a pen like it so much as…
Speeches
I get the chance to make speeches for my school. I’m super excited to give speeches, but I’m also a little nervous. I…
A New Planner
My mom and dad gave me this amazing student planner. I’m enjoying it so much. Thanks, mom and dad.😀
John 16:2-3
“They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service. …
Princess In Disquise; Part Three
They had spent three minutes planning what was taking hours. Jayla had been awakened just before dawn. They discussed the plan over…
Happy Fourth Of July! 🎆
I hope you guys have a wonderful Independence Day. God has blessed us with a wonderful country. The United States of America is…
Princess In Disguise; Part Two
Three miles west, Jayla, with her sword secured tightly to her belt, searched for the dragon. She wandered around ten minutes with…
Princess In Disguise; Part One
I wrote this story for Dawn’s birthday. I hope you like it. Jayla tossed her lock of curly hair from her perspiring…
Happy B-Day, Dawn!
Happy Birthday, Dawn. I hope you have a great year coming for you with lots of adventures😉☺.
Halfway
Today is the 182nd day that I have posted this year. Which means I have posted six months straight. Which means that I’m…
Hebrews 12:28-29
“Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with…
To The End
Enduring is hard. But enduring is important. Whether you are pushing through a rough workout or a long week, you must keep enduring….
Indy’s View and Tips on Sleeping And Keeping Awake
Indy read my previous posts and decided to write some tips of his own in this post. He focuses on sleep being a…
Five Ways to Stay Awake
If you try all five, I’m quite sure you’ll be awake for many hours.
Indy’s Green Burgers!
When Indy Wild told me to sit down, I didn’t really have much of a choice. I was to eat whatever he had…
Philippians 2:1-2
“So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy…
Beauty In Life
Today, we went to a plant farm to buy some flowers and mulch for our front garden. The overcast sky made it a…
One Day
Today has been a long day. I woke up early this morning, took a test, and finished a long history lecture. I ate…
Driving For The First Time
I got to drive for the first time! So what was it like? I’d say it went well. Indy, who was in the…
Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s day to you all. We know that our Heavenly Father is the best father ever. And we get to be His…
1 Timothy 3:16
“Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed…
Note-Taking
One thing I love to do when I’m reading my Bible is to take notes. You’re like how do you take notes about…
Let There Be love
Today, I wore a shirt that said “Let there be love.” I began thinking about love. The words from one of Andrew Peterson’s…
Studying Tips
These are two tips that I find really helpful when studying for a test.
Hawthorn Slices
One souvenir I brought with me from New Zealand is this dried fruit snack. We were leaving New Zealand and had lots of…
Wildflowers
Although I love Creation, sometimes it doesn’t love me. I was exploring this neat piece of land with thousands of wildflowers on it….
Texas Land
I went for a small walk outside today, enjoying the summer sun and the blue sky. I neared a little creek bed, and…
Psalms 97:10
“O you who love the LORD, hate evil! He preserves the lives of his saints; he delivers them from the hand of the…
Faithfulness To The Utmost
I want to tell you a story about God’s faithfulness. It’s about my little sister. After we had returned home on one of…
A New Read
I’m starting a new book! I hope it’s good. I like Rosenberg’s books. So, it should be great. Can’t wait to see.
Flash Fiction
He grabbed her arm. “Wait, you can’t leave yet.” She turned to look at him, with a small tear in her eye. “But…
My Computer Pouch
My mom gave me this neat computer pouch for my birthday. Sometimes it’s hard to find cases that are the right size, but…
Texas Weather
The heat here in Texas hasn’t been too bad because of the showers/storms that keep frequenting the area. The only problem with storms…
Supplies
This is what I’m bringing with me for my first day of summer school! I’ll see how it turns out.
Psalms 103:10
“He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities.” All because of Jesus, we can…
Yummy Salad!
Tonight for dinner, my great little sisters made this amazing salad. It was delicious. Actually, come to think of it, it perhaps is…
God of the Garden
God of the Garden by Andrew Peterson is the perfect book for all you dreamers out there. Peterson lets you peek into his…
Five Things I’ve Missed At Home
I didn’t know that I missed these things until I came back. That is at least a couple of things that I sincerely…
Seven Things Done
Although jetlag has got me sleeping late, I feel like I got a lot of things done today. ✔ Finished chores and cleaned…
Happy Memorial Day
Happy Memorial Day! Today, we remember all who died to give us freedom. Thanks, guys. I really do love how free America is….
Home
I love to travel. I love to see new places, experience amazing things, and try different foods. But in the words of Dorothy,…
Saying Goodbye To NZ
Finally, we had to stay goodbye to the grassy hills, braying sheep, and LesMills. Goodbye, New Zealand. 😢 I am a little sad….
Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit…
Converters
This is a must have for any airplane traveler. Most sound inputs on airplanes have a two-prong system, and the airline provides a…
Time Flees Us
Time sure passes by. My little sis is now so big. But I love her so much. Wasn’t it just the other day…
A Tip For Sleeping In The Air
I find it impossibly hard to sleep on an airplane. And I’m sure other people also have this problem. It’s very important to…
My Favorite Things About NZ
My favorite thing about New Zealand is probably the gym! We’ve been going a lot lately, and it’s really fun. We’ve been doing…
Romans 8:1-2
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you…
Beautiful Sights
This time we headed north. Three hours later we were at this beach. We wandered around in the rocks for a while, careful…
Areana’s Journey
This is the second “chapter” of Areana’s Escape. Leli had fallen asleep on Areana’s shoulder. The hours had passed slowly for Areana as…
A Road Trip: Part Three; The Night Sky
As we headed back, I settled into a wonderful George McDonald book that my dad let me read on his Kindle app (I…
A Road Trip: Part Two; The Redwoods
After a couple minutes drive from the thermal springs, we came across the towering forest of redwoods. Red trees blocked the fading light,…
A Road Trip: Part One; Thermal Vents
When we started the three hour drive, I never expected to see so many wonderful things in one day. And all I can…
New Zealand Sticker
My parents gave me this awesome sticker! I haven’t decided where to put it yet, but I’m sure I’ll think of somewhere great….
Isaiah 26-3-4
“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the…
Cookies In NZ
This afternoon I whipped up some cookies and brownies. One of the best things is that basically anywhere in the world one can…
Why Does It Feel Like Christmas?
I couldn’t help myself. I pulled out the Adore album by Chris Tomlin. Yes, I know it’s May, but the cold weather in…
An Ocean Visit
I left my shoes in the car and placed my bare feet on the soft black sand. The chilling wind blew and teased…
Five Things I’ve learned About NZ.
Here are some interesting facts I’ve discovered about New Zealand.
Bookstores in New Zealand
As you probably have gathered, I love books! I love to read them. I love to smell them. I love to write them…
Galations 6:8-10
“For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit…
Happy Birthday, Indy!
Happy happy birthday, Indy Wild. My best wishes. “The LORD bless you and keep you,” Indy Wild. Have a great year! Go to…
A Big Pool!
Yesterday, we went swimming in the ocean! It was like a gigantic swimming pool, with the deep end much taller than I and…
Driving In New Zealand
We went for a drive to the southern part of the northern island. As we sped out of the city, hills and valleys…
The Ocean
Evening was advancing. But that was all the better to see a beautiful sunset over the ocean waves. We drove along until we…
What’s A New Zealand Thrift Store Like?
Today, we went to the thrift store in New Zealand. I love going to thrift stores because (don’t tell anyone, because then they’ll…
New Zealand
After ten hours of flying south, we landed on the island of New Zealand. As soon as I was outside, I rejoiced that…
Psalms 90:14
“Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.”
Saying Goodbye To Thailand 😥
Finally, we had to say goodbye to Thailand. For the third time, I sat in the Chiang Mia airport, with the chance of…
Operation Prayer: Part Three
The last part. Karlie Taylor blinked back the bright light. It was blinding, yet so refreshing. Five peering faces flashed into her vision…
Operation Prayer: Part Two
The next part. Karlie turned the key in the ignition. The truck wouldn’t start. The truck had definitely been useful for its twenty…
Operation Prayer: Part One
I wrote this story actually a little over a year ago. I thought I would share it with you guys. This is part…
“Best” Recent Pics. Of Bella Rose
Yep, I have compiled the greatest pictures of me. (Hear a little sarcasm?😂) Bella Rose trail-runs in a dress. Bella Rose clips on…
CM Tactical & Outdoor Is A Great Place to Go!
We were surprised to find a tactical shop in Chiang Mai, Thailand. But as we were driving around, we spotted a sign for…
1 Peter 2:1-3
“So put away all malice and all deceit and hypocrisy and envy and all slander. Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual…
DB Slot
The DB Slot in Mae Rim, Thailand, is the perfect spot to have some coffee. We also had some yummy desserts.
I Love Fairytales!
Lately, I’ve been fascinated with George McDonald’s fairytales. From the Princess and the Goblin, to Phantastes, to the very book Fairytales itself, I…
HomePro
Even in Thailand you need to go to the store every once and a while. We like to go to HomePro, a household…
Boating on the River
Indy and CP went kayaking on the river. It only cost 50 Baht ($1.36) per kayak for as long as you wanted it.
Notice Anything Different About Me?
I got a haircut. So, when you run into me at the store, I’ll forgive you if you don’t recognize me. It was…
Driving Around In Thailand
We love to drive around in Thailand. As I said before, it’s the best way to see the city and the country. From…
James 5:16
“Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person…
Judy’s Kitchen
Judy’s Kitchen is a must try in Chiang Mia. It has some of the best food in the world. If you want delicious…
Backpack
So, backpacks versus suitcases. How is it turning out? Well, I love my backpack! I can fit so much stuff in there, it’s…
How Do I look With Brown Eyes?
Since the Lord has given me wonderful eyesight, I’ve never needed any glasses or contacts. But here in Thailand you can buy colored…
Stanley In Thailand!!!
A couple months ago, for the very sake of my Stanley, I left it behind😭. My beautiful white Stanley cup already carries the…
Philippians 1:29-30
“For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer…
Eating Dinner in the Dark at McDonald’s?😲
Today, we had McDonald’s for dinner in Thailand. That’s one thing I love about MD is that they are everywhere in the world….
Phantastes
In 1858 George McDonald published a book called Phantastes, a book that I am now reading. Really the best way to describe Phantastes…
Shooting Roads
I let Indy take my camera to get some amazing shots of Thailand. Here they are. The little yellow flower stood by itself…
Grab!
They have this cool app here in Thailand called Grab. In the app you can order something from a restaurant and a person…
Going to the Gym in Thailand
Today, I worked out for an hour and forty-five minutes in Thailand at a Thai gym! We went to a group fitness class….
II Corinthians 4:14
“Knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence.”
Best Easter Song Yet!
Phil Wickham’s new song Sunday is Coming is the perfect song for Easter. It retells the story of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ,…
No Hamburgers?
We dined at a fancy restaurant for lunch. Since they didn’t have hamburgers (something we were anticipating), we had to order some other…
Making Tacos in Thailand!
Halfway around the world from Mexico, we made tacos in Thailand. Yep, we Texans can’t go without some Mexican food for too long…
Gas Station
I think this is the cutest gas station that I have ever seen. ⛽ We were driving along and came upon this single…
How Many Times Can I Vomit From Food Poisoning?!
Around 2:00 A.M. Monday, I rolled over in bed. My stomach ached horribly and I couldn’t sleep. A big wave of nausea washed…
Hebrews 12:11-13
I had intended to post this verse yesterday, but that’s not how it worked out. I find that today is a better day…
Revelation 22:14
“Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life and that they may…
Swimming, Eating, And Bugging!
I’m pretty grossed out right now. Why? I’ll get to that in a minute. Life is good. Life is hard. Life can also…
Unique Thai Food
We went to our regular Kao Soi place, expecting some of the delicious curry-sauce noodles, but the restaurant was out of Kao Soi!…
Thailand Again!
I stepped into the humid air of Bangkok, Thailand. I literally never dreamed that I would be back again so soon. Nearly a…
Strange Lizard
We had been sitting in traffic for a couple minutes due to what I assume was a vehicle accident, when Indy Wild spotted…
Dawn Wild’s Adventure
Dawn Wild wrote this hilarious story of her adventure in our hotel. I myself was laughing through it in real life (I wonder…
One Inconvenience of Traveling
A flight attendant once told me that he didn’t know what tired was until he became a flight attendant. I felt like I…
Travel Bags
I love having my clothes organized, but when traveling that can sometimes be hard. Yet, travel bags really help to keep me in…
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal…
Can I do It?
I gave Indy Wild a coupon for Christmas. It said that I would write an ten thousand word story just for him. He…
Purse
My parents bought me this lovely handcrafted drawstring purse. It so cute! Thanks, Mom and Dad! 😁
Productivity
These are five things that I have discovered that help me be more productive. Maybe they are of some use to you, as…
Oliver Twist
I started a new book today. The book is Oliver Twist, a work I’m sure you’ve heard of, by Charles Dickens. It will…
Taking Joy In Life
“I have seen the business that God has given to the children of man to be busy with. He has made everything beautiful…
A New Pencil and More Artwork!
My parents bought me this amazing pencil! It’s perhaps one of the most unique ones I have ever had because of the thick…
Indy Wild’s Cool Art
Considering I am still quite a bit sick, Indy Wild (he’s the best) let me post some of his amazing artwork here. Although…
“Guess Who?”
Today, I made “Guess Who?” cards/papers. It was quite a few hours of first drawing and redrawing (that’s what happens when you don’t…
Uno
I played Uno with my two-year-old sister, today. Let’s just say it was a bit chaotic. 😀
Titus 3:1-2
“Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of…
Areana Walking
Okay, I kind of fell in love with Areana and Leli. So, today, I couldn’t help but try my hand with the pencil…
Sewing Set
These few things: scissors, thread, and needles will help you tremendously when you travel. I like to bring them with me everywhere I…
Areana’s Escape
Love is most important. Areana drew her sword. A thousand fires outside her doorway lit the moonless night. The foreign army…
Robin Hood–Good or Evil? Indy Wild Post.
Howdy, everyone, It’s Indy Wild. I told Bella I would write her a post (but first I must fit my fingers onto this…
I Never Thought I Would Ever Do This!
Everybody’s clothes get dirty. Today, mine were as well. So, I had to wash them. But I didn’t have a washing machine. So,…
The Holy Spirit
What is the Holy Spirit like? Who is He? How does He play a part in the Trinity? Here are a lot of…
I John 5:1-5
“Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the Father loves whoever has been…
Bucket List
I have a few life goals (more like a wish list☺) that I would like to share with you. I know I probably…
New Books!
We got some new books! I’m so excited about these. Can’t wait to see what they are all about.
Water
I mentioned receiving this bottle in a previous post. So far I have loved it. It’s been perfect for travel! I don’t believe…
Cooking While Traveling
Since you can’t always eat out when you’re traveling, it’s great to know how to cook. Today, I made dinner, which happened to…
Five Reasons Why I Don’t Want to Live In a Basement!
I wrote five downfalls of living in a basement. These reasons are why I want to spend more time above ground rather than…
Blinking?
Guys, it’s already been a month and a half of posting. I have something to tell you. I’m not sure what to post…
Matthew 17:1-2
“And after six days Jesus took with him Peter and James, and John his brother, and led them up a high mountain by…
Heaven Song
I’m loving this song by Phil Wickham. It’s called Heaven Song. It sure makes me long for heaven, where we can enjoy infinite…
Happy Valentine’s Day!
I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine’s day. Hugs and kisses to you all! ♥
Birdie
Earlier today, we drove up near a fence. I was surprised to see a little bird less than a couple feet away from…
Sitting
I was reading this verse the other day, which says “Then King David went in and sat before the LORD and said, “Who…
1Peter 3:15
“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for…
John 15:16
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit…
Traveling
Dawn Wild wrote a post for me today. I hope you enjoy what she has to say about traveling. Hey , it’s me,…
ME?
In other post I have shared some fun facts about me, so here I am going to share some not-so-fun facts about me….
Jesus Changes Everything!
As in many songs and inspirational speeches, they preach that you should change the world. Only One Person truly accomplished this task. From…
Katy Nichole
Katy Nichole is an up and coming popular Christian singer that I love to listen to. One of my faves of hers is…
This is One of My Favorite Things
Something I find really useful is this sound machine. It blocks out all sorts of unpleasant noise. I take it with me wherever…
Ephesians 5:1-2
“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a…
My Workout
This is a workout that I made up. I like to do it when I travel. It only takes about an half hour…
More PW Music!
My uncle gave me Heaven & Earth by Phil Wickham for Christmas. So much fun. I love listening to his music. I think…
Short Are the Days Left
“For the day of the LORD is near upon all the nations. As you have done, it shall be done to you; your…
Part One: Light in the Darkness.
This is the first part of a story that I wrote. I hope you enjoy it. I am Nano. I live on…
The Pleasures of God
Indy Wild recommended this book to me and I am excited to read it. I love listening to John Piper’s sermons and other…
All Packed Up
This is pretty much all I will have for the next couple of months. One big backpack and a carryon, plus a purse….
Worry
Somehow worry works its way into our lives like almost nothing else. We worry if we have enough food. We worry if we…
Headphones
When the right ear on my headphones broke, I knew I had to get some before we left. I looked into some other…
Love
Love is most important. “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God…