Why I stand out in the crowd...

 

I am who I am. Always been, and never once thought about apologizing. Why should I HURT because OTHERs can’t see how awesome I really am? I realize people are different. I love and respect everybody until THEY give me a reason NOT to. I don’t care WHO they are, what RACE they are, where they pray, who they love, where they live, what they drive, what they have.. that shit doesn’t matter to me.

What MATTERS to me is whether they are good to ME. Nothing else should matter and I don’t see why it does. Life is way too short for that shit, and I don’t see why people wanna hate. I stand out because I stand UP for what I believe in. I’ve always been the “stand-up for others” kinda girl. I went head-to-head with a 250 lb football player who was trying to bully someone else. Boils my blood, makes me mad as hell, and I CANT NOT say anything.

There’s NEVER been a category for me. There’s never been a “label” for me. I don’t fit into any slot that is out there and I take pride in that. I am unique. I am ME. I’m just a country girl with a rebel soul who loves and breathes rock music. I listen to everything and enjoy ALL music. I listen to ANYTHING that I like, doesn’t matter if it’s country, rap, r+b, pop.. whatever…

I’m tattooed, pierced, and love rock music most. I love fast cars and big V8 motor filled trucks. I love mudding, 4-wheeling, and my 4 dogs. My kids come first, but my dogs ARE listed under the kid category in my book.

I love sewing, crochet, and buying shit. No matter WHAT it is, usually books or something lol. I try to tell myself that I am NOT a hoarder of books, but I think I’m lying lol. I LOVEE to read and write. I’ve been writing my entire life.

But. I’m not a square, category list of what a mama should be. I don’t drive a mini-van or bake cookies all the time. My house isn’t spotless and I could care less about “things”. I REALLY need a damn maid but until I strike a gold-mine,.. lol

I’m a HUGE fan of Fast n Loud (Gas Monkey Garage). I love watching cars being rebuilt- just something about it. I also love a good cold bud light over a martini anyday.

I’ve been with Adam for 10 years—and.. we argue and we disagree at times. There is nobody on earth I would rather have been the dad to my kids. They adore him and he adores them. I am grateful for these gifts in my life ♥

LOVEEE this♥

What makes YOU stand out in the crowd?

 

-Jess

Irresistibly Magnetic Life Words from a Southern Girl

                          

Life advice is really hard to come by.. especially REAL life advice that makes you stop and think. Advice that makes your life 10x easier and makes you 10x happier. What is some amazing advice that you’ve been given in your life?

Here are some that I’ve made or found that I REALLY found amazing.

1. Don’t knock it til you try it.

2. when entrusted with a secret… KEEP it.

4. Just because you CAN doesn’t mean that you SHOULD.

 

Do NOT under any circumstance worry about others and what they think. Live your LIFE to make yourself Happy..

6. You don’t get to choose your own nickname, under no circumstance.

7.Never eat lunch at your desk if you can avoid it.

8. If you have the RIGHT of way… Take it.

9. Give credit. Take Blame.

10. suck it up every now and then.. just LIVE..

11.Stand up to bullies.

12. If you offer to help someone, don’t stop until the job is done.

13. If you’ve made your point, stop talking.

14. Don’t be a talker during the movies..

15. Learn to change a tire.

16. Make the little things count.

17.There’s a fine line between looking sultry and slutty.. find it. Don’t be slutty.

18. Make goals AND finish them

19. Your crazy dance moves are better than sitting on the bench all alone. Get up and DANCE.

20. If you HAVE to fight, punch first and punch HARD.

and more…

 

 

Have some favorite quotes that you LOVE and wanna share?

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Being a mom, A Giveaway, & The “Mom”Garth Brooks Single #GarthLovesMom

    

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My life changed completely when I became a mom. My life was turned upside down and flipped around a million times, to say the least. I went from being 24 weeks pregnant to going into early labor and quickly becoming a parent the same day. It was the scariest thing I’ve ever been through in my life. Not knowing whether I would be bringing him home or not, because he was so early.

         

            Becoming a mom is the best thing that ever happened to me, even with the struggles I went through. My son was born at 24 weeks weighing in at only 1 lb. 13 oz. It was hard to know that he might not make it, and there was absolutely nothing I could do for him other than hope and pray for the best. Being a mother is like having your heart walk around outside of your body.

   

The new Garth Brooks single “mom” made me bawl my eyes out. It is a tribute to mothers everywhere. It is such a beautiful, heart-filled song about a conversation between God and an unborn baby. The baby is scared to be sent from heaven to Earth, but God reassures and comforts him, explaining and telling him about this fantastic person who will always be there for him and take care of him- his mom.

This song spoke to me in more ways than one. I feel like this could definitely be a song for both Aidan and I. I would pray to God everyday that he would help make Aidan stronger, so he could be with me and I with him. Feeling that miracle of faith and hope is something that kept me going throughout the 3 1/2 months my son was in the NICU.

I absolutely love the story behind this song, it is beautiful. Even if you aren’t a mom, it brings memories of your own mom. The fact that they care for you more than anybody else in the world. How they are always there no matter what, and will love you forever. It’s a lovely song.  Get the “Mom” single.

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Ghosttunes is amazing!! It lets you listen to the music before you buy it it. You have the option to purchase entire albums or single songs. If you would like to check out GhostTunes visit www.GhostTunes.com. Be sure to check out Garth Brook’s song “Mom” too.

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“Don’t Be Sad for Me” An AMAZING Personal Story of my Daddy and His Legacy!

"Don't be sad for me" I used to tell the kids in elementary school when they asked where my daddy was and I had to answer "he died". I could see the pity in their eyes, and sometimes they wouldn’t even know how to act around me after that. Even though he may have been taken from me too soon, I still KNEW the greatest man that ever lived and I got the chance to call him daddy.

There are people out there that live their lives not knowing their daddies. Not knowing what they look like, their personalities and quirks, their likes and dislikes. There are different circumstances for every life, but I’m just thankful that I at least KNEW a loving, loyal, strong-willed man as my daddy.

I KNEW he loved me and never ONCE did I have to question whether he did. I could FEEL how much he loved me. Not just ME but my sister and cousins as well, he never treated any of us differently. There isn’t a time in my life that I ever thought a family should be anything other than what we were- we were and still are super close.

My dad would randomly take in my cousins and uncles and help raise them as his own; for whatever reason. Whether they needed some guidance, help, and understanding or whether they just needed a place to stay- they always knew my dad would be there. He was a kindred spirit- one that had a lot to teach. He was a free spirit that loved both deeply and fierce for those around him, but never ONCE did anybody want to piss him off. YIKES.

He never even had to (really) WHIP me, can you imagine that? I was such a daddy’s girl- I loved and worshipped him so much. I’m pretty sure I thought he was a superhero (at least to me he was). All he had to do was raise his voice at me if I acted a fool and I’d start bawling right on the spot. I didn’t want him to be disappointed in me, which would hurt me a lot worse than any whipping ever would. Although GOD did I fear getting one of those whippings.

He rarely ever whipped anyone though. He would come up with some pretty creative stuff to punish whoever was in trouble though. Stuff like standing in the corner holding potatoes over your head for a while, not being able to drop or shake the potatoes. This was REAL and true discipline, at least in my house it was. WHY? because NOBODY wanted to drop the potatoes and see what happened. Yea- my spray painting the side of the house blue was short-lived. Caught red (or should I say blue) handed lol.

I know he wasn't perfect by any means, but he was a super AMAZING person. He was such a go-getter, doing whatever he set his mind to, he was such a loyal friend and family member. If you were in his heart, you knew because he wouldn't hesitate one second to give you whatever he had if you needed it.

He also wouldn't hesitate to have your back if needed, but he also wouldn't hesitate to put a boot in someone's ass if they deserved it. That’s why so many people love and respect him. He was always real with people, always honest. If you did something stupid, he’d tell you so. He was the nicest person ever until you did something disrespectful to him or someone he cared about. He was quick to stand up for others, yet he was such a fun-loving, down-to-earth, easy going guy.

He was a long haul truck driver, and sometimes he'd take me with him. It is something I hold dear to my heart-- all those daddy daughter dates we had. People tell me I act a lot like my dad, but I really only remember him as MY daddy- so I don't know if I do or not but I do know that what he taught me has took me where I am in life. He always told me that I could do whatever I wanted if I worked hard enough, to be a good friend to everybody and stand up for others, but NEVER let anybody walk over me.

He might not have had money, but what he left me with is so much more important. I am proud to be the daughter of a blue collar boy. My dad worked every day of his life and taught me that a simple life IS the best life. Sure material stuff is nice, but it doesn’t MATTER. What matters is WHO you have beside you, not WHAT you have.

That working for what I want is what really mattered. It taught me struggle and strife, yes. I know what it’s like to not have a damn thing, BUT that elation when you finally see the end of the goal and knowing YOU did it. Now that’s super amazing. How could it EVER feel that good if it’s handed to you? I am thankful for my upbringing, struggles and all. It’s made me who I am. It made me not only a stronger person but a confident one. I know what I can accomplish if I try my hardest, push through, and keep my head up and THATS what matters to me.

Money, cars, big houses… that didn’t mean anything to him. He taught me what matters is how you are as a person and how you treat the ones around you. He taught me to not judge anybody in any light other than the way they treated ME and others around THEM. He taught me that I HAVE a voice, an opinion, and to use it to stand up for others, no matter the consequences. If you SEE something, say something—and I always have. It has gotten me in trouble more than once, but I wouldn’t change who I am for anything in the world. I LOVE me, and I love that my dad took the time to show me the real meaning of love, life, and friendship.

I am thankful. I am blessed. I am and have always been LOVED. That sets me apart and I know that some people go their entire lives not knowing the kind of love I knew for 7 (short but amazing years). So, when you think about someone you’ve lost and those tears start to flow freely down your face leaving tracks- just remember what they gave you to REMEMBER. “Death may leave a heartache that no one can heal, but LOVE leaves memories that no one can steal!” You are better for knowing these people and having them in your life- they shape who you are, just by being who THEY are.

 

Unforgettable Moments & Me

         

My life consists of writing, writing, and writing some more. As I was looking back through my old blog posts, I realized one thing. I wasn’t actually sharing that much of myself. When I started blogging back in 2009, I wanted to share ME, my thoughts, my likes, my family.

I wanted to meet like minded moms who shared the same interests as I did. I quickly lost my way. I was trying to gain knowledge of how to blog, how to design blogs, and how to get my blog name out in the world. I quickly lost my sense of self.

Sure, I was writing in my own voice- but they weren’t posts about anything I started writing about. I started blogging as a DIY adventure. I love making things. I taught myself how to sew, crochet, digi scrap, and so much more. Give me a book and some tools and I can accomplish just about anything (well except for drawing and painting, I’m totally useless there).

I also taught myself how to design my blog in both html and pretty colors. The layout and design you see floating all around you? I did that myself. I had to teach myself everything because I didn’t (and don’t) have the money to pay someone else to do stuff for me.

I also LOVE to read, but half the time I read the books so fast I don’t review them. Then I thought- my readers are really missing out. They aren’t getting to see these amazing books that fill up my time (when I’m not working, cleaning, or spending time with my family). Sure- I review DIY books, but I haven’t reviewed a nonfiction book in long while.

I just want to get to know ya’ll and for you to know me. I want to make friends, not more readers. I’m not saying I’m giving up the reviews or giveaways- just adding more “me and my time” posts.

I plan to teach you things that I’ve learned, share with you the things I build, and hopefully get you to share with me. I want this to be more of a community- not some place you check in to see the latest “product” or what you have a chance of winning.

I want you to keep coming back because you like the way I write. I want you to come back because I inspire you in some way. I want there to be more back and forth between us. I hope you’ll stand by me and my writing career and follow me down this adventure. I mean, I want it to be ME, MY blog.. not something you can read anywhere. I want to stand out and show you who is behind all this hard work.

So for starters, I am joining in on the Blogher NaBloPoMo Monthly Writing Prompts & try my best to join some blog hops. There aren’t many days left in this month (I mean, time has flown by), but if you would like to join me- you can find the October 2014 Writing Prompt list here.

Friday, October 24, 2014 (Prompt)
If babyhood is spring and young adulthood is summer, which age do you consider to be the start to the "autumn" of life?

 

Response-

I would consider autumn to be the “middle ages” most likely if young adulthood is summer. Middle Ages would be from about 30-45. Although she just turned 47 (shhh). I am in the yound adulthood stage so I’m considered summer. Yay me. Warmth, shorts, tans, and flip-flops.

She gets the more seasoned- cooler, crackling leaves, changing seasons phase. It’s hard to sit back and think about life and those around you getting older. I have lost so many people that were important to me that I despise time.

Don’t you wish you could rewind time? Take all those years back and just cherish the hell out of them? I look at my kids and think “where did the time go?” One day they are toddling around your living room, making you cringe when they stumble as they try to walk- the next they are in elementary school bringing home A.R. books to read.

I try not to take any day for granted, because I know that it is irreplaceable. Something I can never get back. Even those days where I have so much to do my head spins in circles. Laundry, dishes, sweeping, working, the kids, and everything. We get so caught up in the day-to-day that we fail to stop and look at every moment.

If there were a time in your life that you could jump back to and hold someone you lost, witness something important you missed, or just to go back and tell yourself something for the future—what would you choose?

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I would go back to when my kids were small and start all over. There are just so many places I wish I could have afforded to take them. Museums, zoos, theme parks. As a young mom, it was hard to get on my feet financially, so I didn’t really get the chance to do this!

That’s all for now—until next time.

 

-Jess

Almost There… #WritingPrompt

My main personal resolution (even before New Years) was to become more organized in both my personal and blogging life. Now that I own two blogs, it’s twice as much work & time.  I wanted to become more organized and use time wisely.

I desperately need to create a schedule so that both blogs get enough time and attention to prosper. I want to have amazing blogs while still having time for myself and my family.
I’ve been organizing everything around my house, my files, and my pictures on my phone/computer. I’ve been planning posts to write and thinking about so many different tutorials I want to share with you all.


I wanted to create time to actually “create.” I love crochet, sewing, and digital design. I love to design with digital scraps and website layouts. I would love to incorporate that into my blog this year. I think I’ve spent enough time working hard to get all of you loyal followers, now I want to make it worth your while to visit.

I don’t just want to be known as the “review” blog or “mom” blog or whatever. I want to offer more than a “niche”.

So, now that I have everything set up, now it’s just time to plan that schedule and stick to it. AND hope that creativity strikes more often, lol.

What tasks/goals/life plans have you almost met?

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