Worn

https://youtu.be/UUEy8nZvpdM

I know Promise has always posted music videos, but I can't help this one.  It came across my Pandora tonight as I was working, and I couldn't help but realize how closely the lyrics relate to my life right now.

The past few days have been trying.  I had a falling out with some friends (and am trying to tactfully stick up for my beliefs and what is best for me), worked too hard, and my sickness has been prominent the past few days.  I told my brother that I am bone-weary.

Which was until the clock struck 9:30, and insomnia hit.  Now I am exhausted, at 1:48am....and the thought of getting up tomorrow morning is beyond me. 

One moment at a time, one step at a time.  :)  That's all I can take right now.

"That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be unto praise and honor and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ; whom, having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory."  1 Peter 1:7-8

Dealing with Critiques ~Promise

   Hey...I'm going to be honest here for a minute. I just spent a few minutes feeling pretty depressed. As you know, I write music and that music means a lot to me. It's part of my soul weaving it's self into melodies and rhymes, so when someone shows me the problems withing said music, I can feel pretty down for a while. I decided to write out a few ways that I can deal with critiques.

  1. Know that when someone critiques your work, they aren't personally attacking you. (or at least, they shouldn't be) If a person spends the time to show you how your work can get better, then you're obviously worth something.

2. It's okay if you don't agree. A different opinion doesn't automatically mean it's the right option for you. When it comes down to it, you are the creator, and you decide how to put critiques to use.

3. JUST BECAUSE ONE PIECE HAS PROBLEMS DOESN'T MEAN YOU ARE BAD AT WHAT YOU DO. This was my first thought. I give up. If I don't do anything else, then I won't have to deal with critiques. NOPE. Don't listen to that! If the critic knew that his critique gave that reaction, then he'd probably feel horrible. A good critique encourages AND helps with weak points.


~Promise

Tuesday Tunes with Casting Crowns

Hey people! I'm short on time, so here you go. Wedding Day by Casting Crowns. It's good. It's beautiful. It shows the undying love of Christ. I'm sure Grace will add comments on the song since she suggested it.

~Promise

Promise's Quirks

   Hey everybody! Today, I thought I'd post about ten weird things about me...If you're still reading the blog by the time we're done, maybe post a quirk of yours in the comments.

1. I can't stand liking a Youtube video when it's already on a 0 or a 5. Same sort of thing with the TV volume, I have to have it to end with a 0 or a 5.

2. I don't really like peanut butter unless my blood sugar is low, then it's the best tasting food ever.

3. I hate the sound of polyester being scratched or rubbed.

4. I don't really like dill pickles, but I really like dill pickle flavored things, like dill pickle potato chips. The same goes for bananas.

5. I relate almost anything to a song or a movie, and I love memorizing movie quotes.

6. I especially like less well know Disney movies like The Emperor's New Groove or Tarzan.

7. I HATE spending money. It pains me to spend $10. (Kat can attest to this.)

8. I don't mind snakes or mice, but I HATE spiders. I don't know why...Irrational fear I suppose...

9. I will find a song I like and listen to it on repeat until my ears bleed.

10. I'm very picky about my nails. I can't stand having my nails jagged or rough.


   Well, that's that. Don't forget to comment!

~Promise.

Tuesday Tunes with Britt Nicole

   Hey People who actually read this! Today's post is from Britt Nicole.

These songs are especially for Grace. I think she might like the lyrics. The first song is called 'When She Cries.' I love this song, it tells the story of a broken girl and her struggles, and eventually her move towards a better life.









 The next (and last) song is called 'Still that Girl.' This song means so much to me. It reminds us that even when we go through hard things, we can emerge stronger than before.
   Enjoy! ~Promise.

Kathryn and Kat do My Makeup?!

Sooooo....Kathryn and Kat are some of my best friends...And I trust them to make good decisions....However......

They were going for a 50's feel. I think. ;) Hey, they're getting good, and if they need me to experiment on, then I'm game. It's really not THAT bad...maybe just clip my eyeliner's wings. Love you girls! 

(It probably would have helped Kat if I wasn't laughing so hard. Note to self, Blimey Cow and makeovers don't always mix...)

~Promise. 

A Delish Peanut Buttery Treat ~Promise

I told Grace via email that I had made a goodie involving peanut butter, and she replied with "PEANUT BUTTER?!!!?!!!?!?!?! GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME 

GIMMMMMMMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE SSSSSSSSSUUUUUUUUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM"

Yes. That was a quote.


So, I figured that I'd do her a favor and give her the recipe.


It's pretty simple.


1/2 cup peanut butter

  1 cup powdered milk

1/2 - 1 cup sugar or coconut sugar

Simply combine in a food prosessor or a mixer, then roll into balls and place on a cookie sheet. They should look something like this.

Now, if you must, you can eat the peanut butter balls right then, but they taste even better after they've been in the freezer for a few hours.

So, there you go. You're welcome, Grace.

~Promise