aqua {and a giveaway!}

Well, I’m much too late for your giveaway, but I was so INSPIRED by your cute neck warmer that I had to run and get one today. Would you quit it with your great taste and fabulous Target finds?! 😉 First the cute yellow purse and now this? There are already far too many Target entries on the Visa bill, thank you very much 🙂

As for aqua, I’m toying with moving a big old armoire that used to house our TV in to my kitchen and painting it aqua. Your photos may have sealed the deal.

I am inspired right now by how much yellow there is around my house. The leaves are the best shade of yellow this year. I like how God mixes it up year so that it is not the same year after year.

moms of disabled children inspire me daily to keep going, that i can make it, like they have, through these trying times in life. i love that there are those women (and men too, but mainly moms come to mind) who upon first meeting (whether in person or via their blogs) dedicate their lives to serving these precious children, who are not quote “normal” (whatever normal really is), but because of these disabilities in all their forms, have radically altered the way these women react to life in such a positive light. i like that i am like you in this way…..it’s not what i ordered or had in mind, but i’m so much the better for it and i’m much more aware and have empathy for others because i’m a mom to someone who is oober special 🙂 hugs to you and your david.

I am inspired by walking around campus and seeing the beautiful fall colors. I love to see my fellow classmates dressed in scarves, boots, and other winter/fall attire. It makes me long for Thanksgiving and the upcoming holidays!

I’m inspired by my mother’s strength. She has battled MS for nearly 30 years with dignity and grace and I have never ONCE in my life heard her utter a word of complaint. She is my hero. 🙂

I am inspired by my teenage children who are working hard at school, sports, and jobs and continue to be great kids at home helping out and spending time with their parents.

I live surrounded by walnut trees, in the middle of an orchard…..seeing the sunrise sneek past the trees every morning inspires me to be the woman God has made me to be…a better wife, mom, sister, daughter.

The fall colors inspire me. I hope I never tire of looking at them.

I am inspired by the zest my children {Walker 3 & Cameo 9mos} have for life…I’m reminded that I need to get down in the floor & cuddle with them more often and soak up life’s little joys.

oo! aqua is probably my all-time favorite color! I’m being inspired lately by fall leaves, reading, and sweet hot drinks…mmm!

I am inspired by a clean house. I was so busy during the summer and early fall…I am finally getting my house back in order and it feels freeing and wonderful.

I am inspired today by my daughter, Alyssa (lu on my blog) who was born with severe hearing loss. She has done amazing things the past 12 years and I would love to surprise her with a necklace that has her initial “A” on it!

right now, i am sorry to say, i am inspired by fear. fear that everything that needs to get done…won’t get done. but i am also inspired by the idea that it WILL get done, because it has to. it’s that simple. fear is inspiring me, but it’s not driving me. let’s call it a “healthy fear.”

Hey Lisa,
Right now I am insipired and resting in God’s faithfulness. I struggle with becoming overwhelmed with the sadness and frustrations in this life, but today I’ve been trying to focus and meditate on His word. He is so good and so faithful.

my son inspires me. He has DS and he’s finally beginning to talk – just this week he said “mommy” for the first time. he is so amazing…

My kids! Plain and simple! They inspire me every day to be a better person, a better Mom, a better wife, and a better friend. Amazing how someone so young, someone so innocent can bring such inspiration. Truly a blessing from God.

I’m inspired by the man I love whom I met 23 years ago when I was only 14 and he was only a young man of 17. The love that sustains us and we give freely to our two sons is a reason to smile each day and realize just how lucky I am.

I am inspired by the awe and sense of wonder my innocent children have. I am inspired that Jesus chooses to create things like gorgeous sunsets just because he loves us.

you was an excelllent answer..since it’s already been said I’m also inspired by the beautiful autumn sunsets..those golden rays thru the glorious rich yellow /orange leaves..also the enormous full moon rising after that sun has set..doesn’t seem real to me..just breathtaking

I have been researching Christmas craft projects and am getting inspired to make some homemade gifts this year.

I am inspired by my gorgeous beautiful brand-new Nephew that was born 5 days ago, his name is Gabriel Vincent and I cant wait to decide on which neclace I am going to choose from your range to surprise his beautiful mother. Lisa Leonard, you are my constant inspiration (each and every day I come back here)

Holding thumbs
Karen Lamb
South Africa

Oh my there are so many things that inspire me. My girls, my husband, everything that God has made on this earth that I get to enjoy:) I can go on and on.
I am inspired lately by old silver spoons though. I am playing around with them to make jewelry. Fun right
Love your blog and I would love to be entered in your giveaway
by the way. Your blog inspires me every day Lisa
deezie

I am inspired by my children- the faith in God they have is so strong- with no questions asked!

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My children for sure. Seeing things through their eyes is inspiration in its truest form!

Snow is inspiring me right now. I’m trying to get my Advent calendar made, and its really helping motivate the process. 🙂

Heather

I am inspired by my children.

I am inspired by my beautiful roommate who is struggling with her dad’s emergency heart surgery as well as a scheduled heart surgery for herself over Thanksgiving break. She is amazing at finding joy in difficult times and praising the Lord regardless of circumstance.
Phil 4:11-13

I’m inspired every day by the children that I work with and their families. I’m an OT for children from birth to teens with all kinds of special abilities and challenges. It’s such an honor to be a part of their lives and to be a small part of their family.

I’m inspired by work to do and strength to do it.
Ephesians 5:20 – In All Things Be Thankful.

i am currently pregnant with baby girl #3. i had a dr appt this morning, and during the u/s, she looked straight at us, waved, and then held up her index finger (the u/s tech managed to grab that picture) to say “i’m #1″… i can tell this little one already has quite the personality! that is truly inspiring!

In the morning when I wake up with the sun, God inspires me to make the most of each breath. My family also inspires me to be better than the day before.
Great giveaway….thanks. Fingers crossed.
Happy Fall

My husband got me the Mamma necklace w/the adjustable chain for our anniversary last month & I have gotten so many compliments on it. I knit & my inspiration comes from lots of different directions, especially if I’m making a gift for someone.

well I was inspired by your last post about your son. I was moved by your post. But I am also inspired by my newborn daughter and the color pink; I have three boys so everything is girly lately and I am loving it! Love this giveaway. I normally don’t beg but what an amazing prizes. Pick me!

I love Aqua! And it’s funny that your post is about it because I just finished painting my new sewing room… yes…. Aqua! (Well Glidden tells me it’s “Nearly Aqua” 🙂 But I’m convinced)

It reminds me of the sky on a super sunny day which makes me smile 🙂

I am inspired my creative God who knows how to turn ashes into something beautiful

{wow!!} what cute things!! oh how i would love to win!

right now, at this moment, i am inspired by a few different things:

i am reading “the last lecture” by randy pausch {he died a few years ago from pancreatic cancer} but his book is extremely upbeat and positive. i am amazed by his courage and positive outlook on life.

also, my husband is an inspiration to me. he works so hard for our family, and still finds time to spend with me and our son. he is amazing.

i am so blessed!

love your necklaces! so beautiful. and right now, i’m inspired by those who are going for their dreams no matter what it takes.

I’m always inspired by God’s creation. The way the trees look as if they have been gently touched by the hand of a master painter. I’m also inspired by my 3 boys and the joy with which they live life.

you are so, so generous.

I found the most darling 1940’s vintage baby stroller yesterday at a local flea and brought it home for my little one. She is squealing with delight as she pushes her dolly in it. That’s inspiration for me.

Wow what a cool giveaway. I live in Ohio and right now our trees are so full of colors: yellows, oranges, and reds. It’s a very beautiful time in our region. And of course my favorite colors.

I have just discovered your artwork and am falling completely in LOVE!! You are one talented lady.
Right now I am inspired by my surroundings. The falling leaves, bare tree limbs, etc. Taking from the outdoors and creating simple joys!

My husband and I moved to Arkansas about 2 months ago. Nature has seemed to remain intact here, and life is so simple and selfless in the people. My inspiration has been God’s creation, His nature and His people. The inner beauty of those I have come to know that put on a hard outer shell inspire me to create what I feel is within them.

P.S. This whole blogging thing is quite new to me. But, I am finding so many talented people through blogging, I love it.

My daughter’s confidence is an inspiration. She just turned four.

Love your blog! Always find inspiration. My friend Christy is an inspiration to me! She is moving away and is handling it with such grace. A true friend and inspiration:)

I live in VA and the fall is totally inspiring me. The leaves are to die for and absolutly majestic! Just makes me happy to be alive!

My two sweet little boys are inspiring me. The discovery & joy on their faces makes me take a step back from rushing around my daily life to enjoy the little things & find happiness & love everywhere.

Salty air, ocean, beaches, changing colors of the seasons are part of the many things that inspire me. I’m fortunate enough to live within walking distance of Cape Cod Bay, and I must say that watching storm-created waves crash on the breakwaters and beach bring a sense of awe, respect and inspiration in a way that I can’t help but know that I’m just a small part of this amazing universe created by God, who also inspires me.

i am continually inspired by my daughter’s power of being in “the now”. lately many things are swirling around me and it never ceases to amaze me that this little girl can reel me back in and remind me how precious each day is……

I am inspired by my kids. My daughter is in 1st grade and I just keep being amazed at her when we sit down to do her homework. It is very breathtaking to think that a little over a year ago she couldn’t read and she couldn’t do math. My son is 3 and he inspired me every day by the words that come out of his mouth!

This post just inspired me! I found you through Darby’s site…you have beautiful jewelry and a beautiful blog. I’m ready to get creative today…thanks!!

Watching my son work through keeping his emotions under control. It’s not easy to be on the autism spectrum and he’s such a warrior.

I am still inspired by the good and warm talk I had this week with my deep friend Silke. We talked about past, future und the time we have now by beeing mums, wifes, daughters, sisters, aunts, … and best friends (since school days). Live can be so different. With a good friend by your side, its always a little bit easier.

Right now, I’m actually inspired by academia. It’s time to send off applications for grad school and reading the course content for the courses to which I’m applying is really inspiring me to do better and try harder (which is very good because the thought of being a single parent, working full-time AND studying part-time is really demotivating!).

Lately I’ve been surrounded by a few very Godly people. They have inspired me to dig further into the Bible and reach a new level of dedication to my God.

I’m inspired by my children — by their energy (oh, how a mama could always have more of that) and by their sweet love.

I am definitely being inspired by your gorgeous aqua purse…I love it! Where did you get it?? I love aqua.

I am inspired by artists in many forms who are doing what God has given them a passion to do. Because of them, I find myself with more confidence to create what is on my heart.

Right now I’m inspired by the strength my 9 year old son Myles, who was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. The courage he exhibits daily by being aware of his health, administering his shots, and counting his food carbohydrates amazes me. He is my hero!

Myisha
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I am totally inspired by my husband when he comes home from work and humbly shares how God gave him the boldness and the courage to speak TRUTH – and people listen!!! They want more!!! I am even more inspired by him when he comes home from a long drive and shares with me all the things God spoke to him when he took the time to reflect on his life. Seems silly, but when he shares about the little ways that he wants to be a better Christ follower, husband and daddy – it sure encourages me to want to do the same. I am beyond blessed!!!

* I am very much inspired by my 4 kiddos- they keep doing their thing- day by day. . .w. daddy deployed to Iraq. (: makes me grin. and most of all- i am inspired by my soldier…sacrificing a lot to serve us all.

I am inspired by the gifts of random acts of generous kindness 🙂

I am reading Julia Child’s autobiography and am loving at how at 36 she married her soulmate, moved to France and found her passion for cooking. Her joie de vivre was evident in everything that she did. She inspires me to believe in the possiblity of new and exciting passions in my life.

I have to say that your blog is inspiring me! I love to come and read what you have to say or look at the cool pictures that you take.

I am inspired by my two special needs children.They may have lost the ability to walk, and there hands may be weakening and simple, every day tasks are becoming more difficult to do…but they have never lost the ability to smile, to laugh and to my shining stars!
Because of them I appreciate Every Single Day, just so much more….

I would love to win this! Oh I love it all.

I am inspired by my baby boy sleeping so peacefully. I just got back from sneaking a peak of him all sprawled out and looking so adorable. He makes me want to be a better mother and a better person everyday!

I’m checking on all my favorite blogs and getting inspired to start on some craft projects – a baby quilt, long overdue vacation scrapbook, cards to be sent, the list is endless…

The way my daughter looks at something new for the first time inspires me and makes my heart ache with joy and pride.

I feel inspired by my two little boys. The are so curious and love to explore and learn new things. They really help me see the world with fresh eyes!

Inspiration in my life are coming in many shapes and forms, from the creativity and passion of the people I work with, to seeing how hard my husband is studying to take a leap at his dreams, to the flat tire we got on the way back to the Bay Area from a visit to San Luis Obispo this Sunday (at 9 pm). We didn’t freak out, or cry, or yell, just calmly handled the problem, headed back to SLO on a spare, and enjoyed a surprise 3 day weekend with each other. It makes me know that we will face the coming challenges in our lives and be stronger for it. Thank you for your wonderful Blog.

I too, am inspired by my children. They do everything, completely. (Well, except for cleaning their rooms.) They play, sing, dance and bicker with all that they have. Really…it’s a good lesson.

My two little boys are inspiring to me…..their zest for life and to make anything into a sword!
how much they have taught me and continue to teach me….and the beautiful colors of fall..

I am inspired by the tiny sliver of a soap bar in my shower to make a batch of handmade soap. It’s something I tried at the beginning of the year, something I had been wanting to do for months, and found to be as simple as making a batch of cookies. I’ve been wanting to try more batches ever since, but haven’t set aside the time! Now I have no soap, so I guess I’ll make some time!

golden leaves
smiles from strangers
my son wanting to hold my hand
his “old school basketball shoes” (red high-top chucks)
warm spicy carrot muffins
getting cozy on the couch with an inspiring book, big mug of peppermint tea and “quiet time”
the local yarn store
the joy and gratitude I feel being able to make something by hand
friends who share
thank you

I am inspired by the people of Haiti, the homeland of our adopted daughter. I see how they survive with so little and I have to shut my mouth and cry out for mercy – for their situation, and for my own heart to be changed .

My kids!

Ooh. Lovely giveaway. I’m inspired by the month of November, thankfulness, and my boys raw enthusiasm for life.

I had a meeting yesterday with someone who inspired me to start a new venture. Something that will let my creative juices flow a bit more (let’s face it, they’ve dried up after having 2 kiddos). I’m excited to start this, and reading all the blogs (including yours) on my google reader continues to inspire me in my new ‘project!”

Right now the combo of moss green/magenta is really inspiring to me. The texture of wool felt and yarn, cotton fabric that’s been washed and frayed around the edges. Lots of craft projects going on right now!

Inspired to veg out by my two little boys snoozing away in their beds…finally.

I am inspired by all of my kindergartners this year! I love all 20 of them and feel so blessed to be their teacher!

I love all your aqua inspiration!

What’s inspiring me lately is all the vintage papers, colors and images. The renewed love of all things old has brought me a great deal of happiness… the gift of memories!

Thanks,
lise

Today I was inspire by watching six of my sweet students run races at field day. They all have some sort of disability (most have autism). One has a trach and a g-tube. But they ran their little hearts out against their typical peers, and even though they mostly finished last, they all went home with first place ribbons. I was so inspired by their effort and enthusiasm. It’s what keeps me going when the workload of grad school and teaching gets tough!

my children inspire me every day and they NEVER cease to amaze me. for them i want to be a better person and the best mom i can.

My baby…my 18 year old daughter went off to college this past fall. And some how…under my very own surpised eyes..she has become an extremely wise, Godly woman who is continuing to amaze and inspire me right now! (how’d that happen so fast to my baby 🙂

my kids….they always bounce back no matter what they face

I’m inspired by all the fall colors that are around right now. They make me want to bake and cook!

I love it!

I am inspired today by the students I teach (Grade 1). They are so eager and spunky that I’m inspired to be a better teacher, and person, because of them.

I have been inspired tonight by Franklin Graham and all he and many volunteers do each November with Operation Christmas Child. Wow what a way to spread the love of Jesus to so many children who need to hear of His love around the world. I encourage you to take the time and send a box this year.

My girls inspire me. Long story…we adopted them from foster care. They had a pretty tough start in life but they have accomplished so much in the 1 1/2 years they have been with us. They take delight in the simple things and see the beauty in things that most kids would overlook. I can’t wait to see what they become when they are adults.

My son Vinny inspires me every day!!!! I know you can relate to that with David!

I am inspired by the toothless, charming, innocent and illuminating smile of my fourth month old…I never imagined my heart could be so inspired to be more than I was the day before. THANK YOU GOD for this blessing!

Wow- so many inspiring comments- took me forever to read them all. I am inspired by the changing seasons here in Michigan- the leaves were especially beautiful this year and there was an over abundance of giant apples. I have been making beautiful jewelry with lots of fall stones and pearls. For some reason, I have been into pearls lately and they come in such wonderful colors. Thank you for your generous give away. Nancy

The beautiful trees losing their leaves out my front window

My new puppys “spunkiness”….so full of life and excited about anything and everything 🙂

Lisa, YOU inspire me! I love your photography and your beautiful jewelry design…so creative and wonderful! Thanks for sharing! Lisa

I am inspired to be a better mom—especially when my son wakes me up by singing Twinkle, Twinkle or my daughter is nice to a playmate who is not.

Candy

I have a friend who just ran a marathon I am inspired to pound the pavement again!

It’s funny you should mention aqua. I found a tiny broken eggshell in that perfect aqua-ish eggshell blue recently. It has the tiniest most exquisite little brown feather attached to it. I’ve just been cradling it for days, working out what it is I want to do with it, what I want it for. I thought I would photograph it but haven’t worked out quite how I would do it. What it has done is inspired me to look and appreciate broken things – these are the things I’ve been collecting and photographing.

What an exquisite collection of items you’ve put together for this give away!

lately i’ve been inspired by learning…it is a lifelong journey!

I am inspired by the beautiful colors of the trees changing colors-red, orange, yellow-wow do they pop!

so many things bring me inspiration… but for right now i am inspired by you!
thank you for your generous heart!

I’m inspired by my first grade students every day. They see only the good in one another and (most of them :-)) are still blissfully unaware of so much. They sing at the top of their lungs, dance their funny little dances and spend their free choice time creating beautiful little projects for their friends and for me. They get me out of bed every morning!

I am always inspired to new heights in whatever I am doing or thinking when my son
Alexander plays his cello
passionately.
He is 13.
I am 50.
I encourage. He inspires.
We both love aqua!

Thanks Lisa, for the possibility to be on the receiving end of such a wealth of aqua.
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The cool weather is definitely inspiring me. I always feel a burst of energy at this time of year!

Books are Inspiring me lately. I can’t seem to get enough of them.

Beautiful Giveaway Items!! The winner will be blessed!

I could use a bit of inspiration. For the past few years, I’ve been wrestling with a thought in my mind; to go to seminary to become a pastor or youth minister. I keep telling myself I have too much baggage and not enough time. I just found out that one of my friends from bell choir is doing a 6 year seminary program that combines online and campus studies. I’m just curious if that is my sign?

A little girl in my class who has been in 7 foster homes since July and won’t allow anyone to be kind to her

At this moment I am inspired by my husband & his attitude about the disease he fights everyday. As I type this, he is in the hospital, but still trying to make everyone around him laugh. I can always count on that from him!!!

lately i’ve been inspired by the long shadows and warm colors of the late afternoon sun. we have been blessed with an exceptionally beautiful fall this year.

Fall has inspired me to clean out stuff all around the house. I have been inspired to have a cleaner and more simple approach to life. Maybe I can start enjoying the things that matter most to me this way!

My sweet baby is inspiring me to continue my education. It’s such a struggle right now, but it’s the right thing to do.

I am inspired by the faith of Sydney Ives and her family. I wept this afternoon as I watched videos of her mom singing to her. Their faith in the Lord during this unthinkable time is extremely inspiring to me. (http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/sydney98)

Your blog always inspires me. Such beautiful pictures makes me want to get out my camera and take pictures. Love the acqua theme. Thanks for the chance at the giveaway.

I am inspired by my daughters. Tenacious, scrappy independent beautiful young women that I am amazed and so grateful that God gave to ME to raise them for His glory. I see their baby faces in their fresh young women’s faces and can still smell the sweet scent of their hair when I took them out of the crib. They inspire me as they look forward into this world with so many choices and so much to offer to this world in their creativity, their enthusiasm, and their compassion. Blessed am I.

Fall leaves!

My children inspire me – they look at life with such wonder and awe and excitement. I wish I could see myself the way they see me – so much love! By the way I love your site and your shop.

my 7 year old’s laugh…uninhibited!

the colors of fall…love them!

I find inspiration daily in my life with my family, especially…but my knitting causes me to be inspired to want to do more. Bigger and more complicated pieces make me aspire to do better. Love Aqua!!!! my favorite color (it matches my eyes)…thank you for the chance!

I’m inspired by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn’s Half the Sky this month. Portraits of so many inspiring individuals working to improve women’s lives.

i am inspired by my babes. they keep me grounded and excited!
thanks for the giveaway!

I am inspired by all the things that are vintage & soft color of pale gray. Now your beautiful
giveaway !!!

I am inspired by a very dear friend of mine. A young mother of a 2 1/2 year old and a 6 month old, she has recently been diagnosed with postpartum depression/anxiety. Her strength amazes me, as she manages the demands of her family life, as well as “trying” to take care of herself. My friend is beautiful and strong, and she INSPIRES me (smile).

The thought that my kids are not little forever, I’m feeling inspired to be a better mother. It’s hard but totallly worth it!

Kind words are inspiring me at the moment. They can change an entire face, day, moment. Kind words…I am inspired speaking them, hearing them and seeing them in action!

Lyn

I am inspired by the cooler weather and gorgeous outdoor colors!

The beauty of fall!

This cold northeast Ohio weather is inspiring me to work on my Christmas gifts/crafts! Brrr, but it’s supposed to be 60 next week!

Inspiring? Those leaves outside! Talk about inspiring, I want to make a quilt right NOW in those colors, orange, crimson, banana yellow, lime green!

Today is my birthday and I am inspired by the freshness of another year of life to fill with special people, good times and memories.

I get inspired by so many things; a word, a breath, the beauty in the world, a face, music, my husband , my children, seasons, sometimes a color, a new day, God’s word and from people like you.

I am a teacher and my 6th graders inspired me today with their wonderful flip books. I teach about Ecology and had to get them to understand succession. Their flipbooks were great and creative and so much fun! There were great forests of trees and tiny details of animals inhabitiing their new homes. So cool!

Right now, I am feeling very inspired by fall, in general. I feel the need to make baked goods with pumpkin in them. My roommates and I just made breakfast for dinner. Complete with eggs, sausage, and pumpkin pancakes. YUM! Also to make our apartment festive, we have funky gourds lining the windowsill and pumpkins on the end table by our chair. I just love fall!

Lately I am inspired by mother’s amazing generosity.

Hello – I am not asking to win today’s prize. I am asking for you to pray for my little girl, Madelyn. She is 3 years old and was diagnosed last week with leukemia. We are at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital for at least a 3 week stay. She has already started chemo. They have told me her hair will begin falling out in another week or so. As sad as it will be, and as much as it will make it seem even more of a reality, I know that no one can take away her beautiful blue eyes and a smile that is just fantastic. Her eyes have always been “bahama water blue.” They are exactly what everyone notices about her first. So, I think your husband is a pastor and I know you reach hundreds through your blog. I am begging for prayers for my Madelyn and for all who are caring for her. We have an amazing God, and I rest affirmed in Him every night. I wear your tiny initials necklace with an M for Madelyn and an H for Hudson. (In fact, my mom and sister have them too!) It helps me feel closer as I watch them take her for procedures. Thank you for the beautiful pictures you post daily. One day, we will get out of this hospital and see that sun and all of those colors again. Your sister in Christ, Amy Gregg

So many things…including the New Orleans Saints being 7-0, the HUGE harvest moon that has been in the sky the last 2 evenings, and Thanksgiving right around the corner.

Seriously- NOAH is my inspiration today. I have been playing “it’s not fair” with God for a couple of weeks now, but my Bible study has been on Noah and how obediently he waited on the Lord in the midst of some pretty big “it’s not fair” moments. Even though my situation has not changed, I am thanking God He has not asked me to build that boat, just deal with my little life problems. Somewhere I just saw the saying…”the trick is to not always get what you want, but to always want what you get.” Now I am practicing that bit of wisdom!

I’m inspired by my daughter. At sixteen years of age, she has more grace than I have at…well, many more years.

today i’m inspired by the blogging/twitter community of believers that surround those facing trials and tragedies and life up complete strangers as if their own heartstrings are tugging for their loss. i broke down in tears today at the community of Christ showing it’s face via twitter for those in need.

I am inspired by the beauty of fall…………all around me. I just adore this season and the gorgeous colors that God paints the trees, leaves and flowers. My favorite season of all!

Today, we are inspired by each other. As part of a group of undergraduate researchers each fighting to research and write our own theses, every day feels like a struggle under piles of work and papers. It only takes one meeting of the group to realize that everyone is working hard, and discovering new, and incredible things! We are inspired by each other’s drive, intelligence, determination, and discovery.

I am inspired by a girls night out I get tonight! Yea for girls’ nights out!

I am inspired by my little boy (2 1/2) he is just so full of life and joy that it is hard not to spend the day laughing and playing with him (and avoid housework and the to do list). Boy #2 is due Dec. 4th so I am trying to cherish this time with him before the baby comes.

I am inspired by my mother. She is working, going back to get her master’s and managing to take care of her aging mother. She is truly a rock star mom!

When I look at my 6 month old daughter I am inspired to be a better mother, friend, wife, daughter, and most importantly child of God.

Right now, I’m inspired by my wonderful husband… I hear him in the kitchen preparing dinner… and it’s smelling darn good.

The smell of pine needles everywhere you go in the Pacific Northwest inspires me. That and the delicious coffee everywhere you turn!

well, i would have to say that one of my friends is definitely inspiring me right now. we are both in nursing school, and it’s been a tough semester for sure– but today (after a rough night full of paperwork), she was completely calm, ready to be a nurse, and she got through so strong and full of hope!!! she inspired me today to be a focused nurse tomorrow!!!

wow what an amazing giveaway and i have to comment on those beautiful aqua items from your home – can you come style my house?!! gorgeous!

i am being inspired by a friend who is studying to become a teacher. i watch her daughter before school 4 days and after school 1 day while she is doing her final teaching practical. As our youngest kids both start full time school in january she is one step ahead of me on the journey to balancing work and home (been home with kids 6 1/2 years) and it is inspiring to watch.

As a graphic designer, I am always looking for inspiration! Right now, I am loving all the colorful clothing in the stores! Sometimes it’s the wonderful fall colors on the trees, or the magazines sitting on my desk, or browsing the internet! AND aqua is my favorite color!

The beautiful colors of the fall leaves in North Carolina!

I am inspired by my two twin boys and of course the creativity in the blogs I have been reading lately.

Oh the fabric on that clutch with the aqua and yellow! I just love Anna Maria Horner fabric. My favorite. I could say that fabric and paint are inspiring me right now. I have so many projects on my list to sew and chairs to paint. I also love the colors orange and yellow this time of year. Your blog is pretty inspiring as well!

Count me in!

I am inspired by beauty and my faith; seeing beauty in the present moment and thankfulness for what I am given really help me. Knowing people who also love beauty and art is also a great encouragement!

I love your website – it’s on visit list every day! Your photographs inspire me! (well, that and the chance to win a prize!)

Bloghopping inspires me, I find it’s a good way to find inspiration

right now? well, after that post, aqua of course! and also the cool fall breeze. bring on the chill!!

Right now I’m inspired by my zebra danskos. I just got them and they are the funkiest thing I own. Hoping they will help me “think out of the box” and have fun!
Thanks for the chance to win this great giveaway.
🙂

I’m inspired by God’s awesome grace, His power to strengthen each of us and His ability to heal. In the last month my husband has lost both grandparents, I’ve lost a grandmother and my mother has been diagnosed with cancer. Through all these tough times I find inspiration to go on knowing that our loved ones are in a place much better than what we have here on Earth and that prayers for healing are answered each day. Thank you J-E-S-U-S!!!!

I am inspired by God’s grace. As a mother of two toddlers, I am constantly reminded of the need for patience, unconditional love, and grace. Today the sun is shining, and my heart is soaring. I am expecting our third child who we waited for 2 long years for! I am inspired by God’s beautiful gift of life that moves within my belly!

Your photos are beautiful! Loving aqua here too ;0)

There is so much to be inspired by! I was recently introduced to an awesome one of a kind vintage store in town with all kinds of crafty goodies that inspire me to just try and beautify everything! The contents of this store also reminds me very much of my Grandma, a cancer survivor and a very inspiring woman!

Right now Fall is inspiring to me; the new season, the cooler mornings, the new menu ideas…. And living in Las Vegas, Fall seems to never get here….believe me, you don’t know blazing HOT, til you spend a Summer here and then anxiously wait for Fall.
I got one more, and I truly mean it. Your blog inspires me, totally serious, that’s why I read it. So nice to quick click, read and see all the bits of inspiration you share. You are talented–and very, very, blessed.
Thanks for the lovely giveaway. Fingers crossed!!!

Lately, I have been inspired by my 13year old beautiful daughter. She has several learning disabilities and while I tend to get frustrated with her when I help her with homework, she never seems to give up. Looking at how hard she has to work just to get by at school, I know her spirit and inner beauty will carry her far in life.

Can I enter the giveaway? I already have the pretty aqua stone earrings but I would love to give away some gifts to friends and my Mom. I am so inspired by my nephew and niece! I just love how full of life they are and how much joy they each have! I am so thankful for both of them! They are so precious to me.

I’m inspired by my husband. He is my rock and he loves me just the way I am.

I’m insipred by the colours of the leaves when I am walking my dog. It gives me inpriation when thinking of colour combinations when sewing.

I am inspired by the small and simple things these days. After losing my dad suddenly, I realized that the most important things he taught me were by his example and his love of God–simple but strong. I believe he still inspires me every day in the little things I do. I love you Dad!

Anything in shades of brown…..leaves, plants, cocoa, coffee!!!!

My daughter gives me my inspirations every day! She loves to paint with watercolors and our walls in the house are full with her great paintings – every size and every color 🙂
Happy day!

Totally inspired right now by the textures of fall… in nature, in clothing, in produce and food (especially squash that are nubbly on the outside but that end up as the creamiest of soups).

my girls!! they are all at fun ages and i adore sewing for them!! :]

Mixed media art is now inspiring me! I have decided to rid myself of the things I no longer need in my life and surround myself with the things I do! Family, home, love and art….

I am inspired by so much at the moment – one being a book called “The Creative Call” which, together with the present climate, has inspired me to make all my Christmas presents this year! and by my brother’s wife’s pregnancy after several years of anguish – we went through the same and have twin daughters now. I am bursting with joy for them!!

I am inspired by my love of nature, especially during this fall season. The crisp mornings are inspirational and always make me reflect on everything I have to be thankful for.

My beautiful children, sleeping peacefully in their beds! When they wake up, we are going to jump in the gigantic pile of leaves we have in the backyard that I haven’t the heart to bag up yet. 🙂

Hello Lisa! I found your blog yesterday by doing some blog hopping (you can find loads of inspiration that way) and spent quite a few hours reading your posts, getting to know your family and ooohhhing and aaahhhhing at your amazing photos! Your blog is inspiring me right now, the strength and bond of your family is so evident and the love flows so freely. I am very thankful that I happened upon your blog, you and your family are an inspiration to behold, thank you for that! xo

My sister!

I am currently inspired by Christmas!!!!!! I know we haven’t hit Thanksgiving yet, but there is so much to do with letters, homemade gifts, shopping lists, baking items, and more! Today I bought a notebook to keep track of it all!

I am inspired today to take a long walk by the longing look in my dog’s eyes.

The crisp air. It makes me not want to take the camera off my neck!

I am inspired daily by my children and their enthusiasm and innocence and curiosity!

A few weeks ago my just–turned-5-year-old, Wyatt, had his first field trip to the Pumpkin Patch.
He told me everything they had learned about how pumpkins grow and walked around picking up seeds and putting them in his pocket. I forgot all about the seeds after that day, but he didn’t. A week or so later he asked if he could do something in the back yard by himself without me looking, I reluctantly said yes because he seemed so excited. A few minutes later he told me to come outside and he showed me where he had planted the pumpkin seeds; he dug holes, planted them, covered them and watered them all by himself. I didn’t have the heart to tell him it wasn’t the time to plant pumpkin seeds or that he planted them right next to the patio in a spot that the dogs walk over a hundred times a day. Throughout the day he kept going out to check on the seeds and even told me once he thought they were already GROWING! I wish this very attitude, pride and sweetness is something that both of my children could hold on to forever……and that is what is inspiring me these days!

I just bought the earrings for a friend for Christmas – they came Monday and are perfect!! I’m inspired by my children – particularly my littlest one with just one little blond curl on the back of her head.

Babies! A friend is expecting any day now. A niece will be giving birth to twins before the year is over and a neighbor who thought she might never have a baby is expecting! I love to make cards so these babies are giving me a reason to express myself! (and they don’t even know it!)

I am pregnant with our second child, and these days I have a hard time remaining in the present. I keep fast forwarding to when she is born in March. Thinking of all of the nighttime feedings, diaper changes, and how I am going to manage all of this with a 2 year old son, and part time job. But with all these thoughts weighing on my mind, I feel so blessed and happy to be young with a growing family. I can’t help but think that this is the best time in my life. Having young children can be so exhausting, but also so sweet. It makes my day to watch my 2 year old explore and discover his world. He is fascinated by all of the little things in life that we take for granted. Like today he was so excited just to be at the car wash and watch the cars pass through the water. He kept shouting, “car wash, car wash” over and over with a huge smile on his face. So the sweetness and simplicity of childhood is what is inspiring today. It reminds me to slow down and really appreciate this wonderful time in my life instead of worrying about things I can’t control.

Reading blogs like yours inspire me everyday. Yours is one of my favorites!

Hmmmm…. I’m inspired right now by sleep (I’m not getting lots of it these days!) and simplicity. I want to reorganize and get rid of lots of clutter in my house… but maybe I’ll wait until our next move?? 🙂 I’m loving aqua too lately!

I’m wearing aqua today. What a coincidence.
Today I’m inspired by a heritage apple that a coworker picked for me. It is a beautiful apple. A perfect fall symbol.

I am inspired right now by the thoughts of Advent…..the waiting, the anticipation of Jesus! A couple in our community is in the hospital as I type this having a baby and I have LOVED the waiting, and the anticipation this couple has for their very first baby. It puts me in the Christmas mood to anticipate the coming of the King!!!

P.s.- I LOVE your blog because it always makes me smile!

I am inspired from my husband’s vision………planning for the future…… 🙂

My beautiful and wonderful friends are inspiring me right now. I’m on “I-want-to-make-hand-made-presents-for-everyone” overload and it’s pushing me to be creative all over the place. Hope I win! That neck warmer looks deliciously cozy!

My kids are inspiring me, my hubby is gone for a few months and I have 3 kids under 3. They inspire on a daily basis to keep going and having fun too.

I recently arrived in Vancouver and I am inspired by the great harbor nearby. As I walked by, I saw an endless sky reaching over an endless horizon and it all just made me feel eternal somehow. And a stirring sense of potential. Like since God is limitless, we don’t need to be afraid to reach and reach and reach.

Well, this may not mean much to anyone else but this is my inspiration….2 weekends ago we witnessed a beautiful event called “St. Baldricks” which is a fundraiser for children with cancer. People volunteer to shave their heads and raise money from their friends and family. We watched over 100 men and women shave their heads in solidarity with children fighting cancer. My 6 year old son is a survivor and his hair had just recently grown back in from his months of chemo. That weekend we met another family – the ones who actually hosted the event – and their little boy who had just completed treatment for his cancer. Our two sons were the exact same age, diagnosed 2weeks apart, battled the same cancer and both came out as survivors. Praise God! My inspiration was my son Hunter, suddenly and unexpectedly volunteering to shave his head and watching our new little cancer survivor friend, Bo shave Hunter’s precious hair off. It was truly an unforgetable moment and touched everyone there. Now looking at my once again bald little boy, I see the sunlight bounce in his beautiful blue/green eyes and the pure joy of being alive come through in everything he does! Truly an inspiration to enjoy every ounce of life we are blessed with!

Thank you for the opportunity to win such a treasured work of art from you! I love the family crest jewlery!

what a generous giveaway that will match my living room 🙂

something inspiring me right now is the quiet.

Looking at the amazing work out on Etsy is incredibly inspiring for me. The creative energy of some people is fantastic.

I have been inspired by spending time with people who grew up in cultures different than mine.

Where did you get your aqua purse from? Target???

I don’t know why I am even entering my response as I will never win, but the question did get my thoughts moving on to what is inspiring me at the moment. I have had to think and it is amazing how many things are inspiring me just when I thought there was nothing!! I am inspired by all of the wonderful workkampers that I have come in contact with these past few months, I am inspired by how loving and giving our daughter is, I am inspired by the unconditional love that our dog has for us and I am really inspired by life. Thank you Lisa for making me count my many blessings again.
Cheryl Sims

Hi Lisa 🙂

I am inspired by my children’s enthusiasm for memorizing the books of the Bible.

Love,

Sonya

A book called ‘Crazy Love”. I am totally being made into a more loving person…

I am inspired to be the amazing mother to my daughter that my mom was to me.

Thanks for the giveaway! My boyfriend got me a dozen red roses for our anniversary, and they inspire me every time I walk in my room.

The ocean inspires me. When you get there & step out of your car–I love that scent in the air! Luckily, we don’t live far from the ocean & can experience this at will.

Today I was inspired by the chaos of the marketplace in Cotonou, Benin (West Africa). All the colors, sights, sounds, smells… some nicer than others, to be sure… but beautiful nonetheless! And the fabrics, too… bright colors and patterns.

I’ve been inspired by the gorgeous fall sunsets and sunrises.

I am inspired by the children I work with. They have challenges far beyond anything I will expereince in my lifetime, and I am still blown away by the amount they teach me everyday 🙂
Thanks for the chance to win!

I am inspired by God’s fall decorations!

Fall leaves, river rocks, and pumpkins everywhere!

My daughter’s 2nd birthday party is quickly approaching and nothing inspires me more than throwing a good party!

Creatively I’m inspired by you (I read your blog every day) and Stacy Julian.

The color green always inspires and invigorates me. It is my favorite but I must say this post on aqua has me yearning to add some in my life! I have to say that my husband is my biggest inspiration. Last night he won a seat on our town’s council. I am so proud of him!

My husband is inspiring me right now. He’s had many setbacks when it comes with finishing school, but he is bound and determined to finish for the betterment of our family. He inspires me how he has not given up and it is encouraging me to be a more loving and understanding wife!

Right now I am truly inspired by the fall weather here in Virginia….all the orange and red and yellows are so beautiful. I am baking sweet potato pie and wearing lots of brown and orange. I love fall!

I’m actually searching for some inspiration. Lately I’ve been finding it in the trails winding thru a forest near by. Beautiful and quiet 😉

I am inspired by true friends that take the place of family. I have been struggling for a year now with a Cerebral Spinal Fluid Leak in my spine that leaves me in debilitating pain. It has been my friends that have stepped up and cared for my daughter and I. Somehow, within their busy schedules and family commitments they have made time for my little family of two. They have made me feel truly blessed. I am so thankful and inspired by what true friendship can offer….

When I was growing up, aqua was one of my mother’s favorite colors. Now that she is with the Lord, every time I see aqua I think of her and remember our friendship.

I have been inspired by my neighbors lately. We have built the neatest little co-op amongst the three of us. We cover for each other when we are in a bind, or take each others kids to school when the other is sick (which happens to be me right now). We call each other before going to Costco to see if the other needs anything. It has been so inspiring to have the motherhood relationships I have longed for and all within walking distance of each other.

I live in Alaska and I wake up every morning to an incredibly inspiring view of the mountains!

I am inspired by possibility…

I am inspired by the colors of nature at our new home, the reds and oranges together, sooo pretty.

I’m inspired by my husband who ran his first 1/2 marathon. I’ve started training to run a 5k.

you are so creative! love the color themes…the petite necklace is so cute! not too much inspiration today, just hoping my twin boys are feeling better soon!!

I am inspired by knitting. Hours that were spent idle in front of TV or as a passenger in a car are now put in good use. I can still enjoy the TV programs or conversations with my husband during our commute to work while creating something useful at the same time. It seems so effortless and the results are beautiful.

Today I am inspired by the love of my husband (that was given to him through our Father). He has been allowing God to use him to bless me in simple, practical, and very helpful ways. He doesn’t even expect anything in return, but it causes me to want to bless him back and see how I can bless others as well.

By the way, this giveaway is wonderful. Thanks for the opportunity.

There are so many things, everyday, that inspire. My children inspire me to be a better person. My husband, a Marine, inspires me to learn the art of sacrifice. Angie Smith’s (the story of Audrey Caroline) blog inspires me to love God more and have more trust in Him. My friends who home school their children inspire me. Your blog inpires me to be more creative.

Love your work and I’m keeping my fingers crossed for this one!! 😉

My son, Levi, is inspiring me today. It is his first birthday! Levi was the “surprise” child. He inspires me to believe that our Father knows what is best for us and has plans that we wouldn’t dare to dream. I love Him, and him, with all of my heart and I’m so thankful for this day, one year ago!

I think it is the teacher in me, but I LOVE fall and am always inspired to update, organize and start new projects. It is totally MY new year and resolutions abound! So I guess I am inspired by FALL!

We got our first snowfall of the season today in Ohio and it was beautiful! Big, fluffy flakes….

the blogs i read, especially this time of year when we are coming up on Christmas. It gets my crafty juices flowing and I love it!!! My dining room table is covered with my daughters’ crafting and I have a list of all of the crafts I want to get done before Christmas. This happens every year all because of my favorite blogs! 🙂

My family inspires me daily!

I am inspired by my wonderful, loving husband. He was recently laid off due to budget cuts and yet each and every day he rises with a smile and a positive attitude.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your beautiful jewelry!!

I am now being inspired by the Etsy finds e-mail. So many beautiful and creative things I would never have searched for… delivered to me to daily drool over!

I’ve been inspired by this scripture lately:
To whom much is given, much is expected. Luke 12:48
Very fitting right now in my life. Great giveaway! I’ve always wanted one of your creations. They are so beautiful.

My kids. They inspire me every single day. They inspire me to be the best person I can be.

You and your blog inspire me. You have a lovely family, a great outlook on life, and a wonderful business. Women like you who manage to be a wife, mother, homemaker, and entrepreneur while maintaining style and grace are amazing. Thank you for sharing your story and your lovely creations!

hugs,
Meg

I have been inspired lately by time. I have had extra time this week and it has been amazing! I have been crafting more and blogging more and well just plain breathing more. It has been inspiring to slow down and enjoy my quarter.

p.s. where can I get a funky aqua bag like the one you pictured? i love the color and it looks like it can handle all the stuff I carry with me everyday! thanks 🙂

I’m inspired by pumpkins. I think that it is the time of year. I love the color, the shape, the oozy feeling of the insides, the popping of warm pumpkin seeds in my mouth and the smell of frosted pumpkin bars right out of the oven. The poem, “Frost is on the Punkin” by James Whitcomb Riley brings back happy memories of my childhood.

Blessings, Patti

I’m inspired by other creative women. Seriously, yours was the first blog that I came across and from yours I now visit lots of other blogs of creative women who are mostly moms. You all totally inspire me to live my most creative and fun life! Thank you! Happy Wednesday!

The sound of neighbor children laughing as they play in piles of leaves.

Oops! I also wanted to add that your wedding rings are beautiful! 🙂

What a fabulous giveaway!! I love reading your blog everyday and there are multiple pieces of your jewelry on my Christmas lists! 🙂

The last 2 years I was on an Aqua kick, still am. Our living room is nest themed (like your pictured nest) and has aqua colors and natural tones. I am also inspired by sillouettes and tree tops. I try to gaze up at the heaveans and just breathe these days, hecktic times, but I try. I heard a quote last week that has made me think. Something like, “It is not what you do for a living that defines you, but how/who you love.” My Son is going through the process of being diagnosed with Autism. We do not know exactly where on the spectrum yet, but my ways of thinking are different none the less. One thing is certain, God sure must trust us a whole lot to give us such precious toddlers.

my kids right now…i love having a toddler this time of year. everything is new and fun and exciting for her.

I’m inspired by paper, its texture and colours (green forever). I love paper art… but every day my family brings me more inspiration than everything (ups – my English is rather poor).
Thanks for your blog
Edyta from (very inspirational)Poland

I am inspired right now by my auntie who bravely underwent a double mastectomy last week and is completely at peace knowing that whatever may come her life is in the hands of the Lord. I can’t help but be inspired by her trust in God.

Well, at the risk of sounding like a “suck up” I am inspired by your blog! Serioulsy – it has inspired me to journal, stop sweating the small stuff and BE in the moment.

Besides your blog, I am inspired by the love I feel everyday from my husband and kids!

Have a great day Lisa!
xoTiffany

Right now I’m inspired by the cool crisp fall afternoons with the gorgeous clear blue skies and the yellow leaves scattered all over the ground. I love watching my daughter play in the leaves with lots of laughter. My daughter inspires me to be myself and helps me to keep in perspective what is the most important things/people in my life.
It would be a joy to wear and use the items in this giveaway!

Today I am so inspired by the sunshine! After many, many days of rain in the East, we finally have had 4 days straight of no rain and beautiful sunshine! The air is crisp and leaves are radiant with fall colors! I am so looking forward to holidays with family and already planning rest afterwards, with a cabin getaway to the mountains!

We have a large tree outside of our new house and it sheds it’s little leaves all day long. When the light hits it, it is absolutely beautiful- like a pretty shower of fall leaves. It brings me joy and inspiration every day- I’ve been working at my kitchen table more than my desk so I can stare out the window.

I’m loving the color gold these days…..in the leaves, in sunflowers, in the glow of candles…makes me want to paint again!

Love the clutch~

The Word of God – always!

My teenage brother calling home from between classes at high school to tell me something he was praying for…inspiring!

My teenage sister “doing hard things” above and beyond her years…inspiring!!

My college age brother dealing with cancer and somehow making it seem like a blessing by his response to suffering…INSPIRING.

I am inspired today by the beauty of nature around me. From my couch where I am sitting (trying to recover from a cold that has knocked me out) next to a pile of magazines, a box of Kleenex and a bowl that once contained Rocky Road ice cream under my favorite quilt that I made just for me, I can see the trees in our neighborhood that are varying shades of red, orange, yellow and green, the blue sky and Mt. Shasta in the distance. It is a beautiful sight, and it makes my horrible feel just a little bit better!

My son’s newfound love of the Holy Scriptures. They rise and read, they sneak away during the day to read, they want to hear the Scriptures read to them at night as they drift off to sleep. They are inspiring me to find new ways to bring scripture into our everyday mundane tasks.

I have been cleaning out my basement the past few weeks. During the process I have been finding little articles or ideas I have clipped and saved. I am inspired by things that have influenced me in the past. It has been fun to rediscover little bits of me that have been tucked away for a while.

I am inspired by all the Christmas decorations that are getting put out. I know it’s early, but I love love Christmas. All the glitter and sparkle and fun. I’m especially finding inspiration for cute photos of a little girl who is just starting to understand Santa.

I’m inspired by so many amazing bloggers, including you!

it’s a sunny November day – which is rare in the Northwest. beautiful!

Right now I am inspired by all the amazingly crafty bloggers out there. Everyday I fibd something new to try. You are all fabulous.

I love aqua… and I’ll try not to be too jealous of the lucky person that wins this giveaway. Today I’m inspired by my boxes of old family pictures I need to organize and display. Looking back and reviewing memories always gets me excited for the future. It also gets me excited to design and print our Christmas cards this year and share our latest pictures!!

Today I’m inspired by the sprinkle of freckles on my daughter’s nose and the sparkle in her eyes ! She makes me want to be a better person, wife and mother!
Thanks for sharing your inspiration. Very fun!!

Finishing a project is always inspiring! Especially when my Violet Joy girl zooms around the house in her new super hero cape!

so pretty! hmm…right now I’m inspired by wool felt, linen, ruffles, I guess textures in general. Fall Colors….and always, my boys.

Lately I have been inspired by the beautiful blue birds that are feasting on the bird feeder in our front yard 🙂

Firstly Lisa, THANK YOU for sharing your world with all of us. God bless you & your family.
I am inspired lately and pretty much every day of my life, my wonderful boys.
I have 4 awesome young men that I am so blessed to call my kids.
They are now 24, 22, and the twins are 17. I can so relate to you and your boys.
Thanks again for letting me revisit those days of super hero capes and make believe!!

I am inspired by my husband and my children. Every morning my man wakes up in order to provide for us and he NEVER complains. My 3 year old daughter, the free spirit of the house who goes around dancing and singing all day long, and my 4 month old son who has the biggest, gummiest smile ever.

Thanks for the opportunity Lisa. I just adore your blog.

Right now fall is inspiring me. The colors and textures of the leaves are really rich and warm. My husband is also inspiring me right now. We have gone through a lot this past year and he just keeps me going strong. I am blessed!

right now i’m inspired by mercury glass and tree branches! i would LOVE to win your beautiful giveaway! thanks for the opportunity! -alicia

I am inspired by the crackling fire in my fireplace and the cozy warmth it provides on a chilly fall night.

The weather it is so fallish here and that is saying alot for Texas since it has a hard time distinguishing the seasons!

This isn’t an artistic inspiriation, but lately I’ve really noticed how sluggish I am and how truly out-of-shape I have become. So I’ve been inspired (especially by my healthy friends and co-workers) to really start treating my body better and making myself a lot more healthy. It’s only been about a week but I’ve been making some good changes. {I also love aqua!}

I am inspired by hot chocolate right now! So yummy and I can’t get enough!!

I love aqua! currently am inspired by hot apple cider, falling leaves, white pumpkins, a soft blanket, and a fire in the fireplace while listening to Coldplay.

Enjoy your Wednesday!

My twin 2 year olds inspire (and tire) me every day:)

Love your stuff!

Erika

I am inspired by all the women I know who are either facing breast cancer, or have faced it head on and given it their all. I admire them and hope if I ever get the same diagnosis, I will be as brave and courageous as them.

I’m inspired by Wednesday, which is only two days from the weekend. That is my inspiration for this moment.

(Brought to you by sinus congestion, a sore throat and a nasty cough.)

you are inspiring me!!! I love all the goodness i am seeing in blog land! Today i also loved blogs by Vee Jennings and Jen Johner!

Today I’m inspired by my two year old. He’s so cute, lovable, and adorable. I love seeing things through his eyes. Everything is wonderful and exciting!

I am inspired by all of the fabric that I see! I have SO many ideas and not enough hours!

At the moment I’m inspired by quilt blogs as I am making my first ever quilt. I love the internet!

Seeing and hearing my kids smiles and laughs today. They’ve been sick with the flu since last Thursday and it’s good to hear them happy again. That also means they’re fighting again but I’m dealing with that too! =)

I am inspired by my two teenage daughters. So sensible, so mature, so loving, so funny and so very generous and creative. I am inspired how they push my creativity to help them decorate their rooms so cool, hip and chic in ways I might not always think are so. I am inspired how they love their little cousin with Downs and make her feel like the most beautiful little girl in the world. They inspire me to be a better parent and person everyday. And I am inspired by all the other fellow bloggers who post stunning pictures to stir my right brain into high speed. Thank you all!

I am inspired by friends (new and old) who are taking off their masks and getting real, showing transparency and honesty about their lives, their walks with God, their flaws–and seeing them find peace in this. Oh, how sweet is our Beloved!

I am inspired by a whole world full of Christian women that I discovered through blogging. So many are an inspiration and they encourage me in my own walk of faith.

I am inspired by the gorgeous fall colors.

I am inspired by beautiful fabrics, by the way they look and their patterns, colors. I love the different textures and often use as many different textures as I can. Pretty for the eyes and the fingers!

I’m inspired by Scripture. I love the way there is always something new and exciting every time I open it.

As hard as it is to get a new routine with the time change, it has been beautiful to wake up in my pretty bedroom with the sun peeking through the shades. It’s been easier to get out of bed smiling the last few days! 🙂 I LOVE all of your aqua, and the neck warmer is absolutely gorgeous! 🙂

I’m inspired by the autumn weather and the beautiful leaves. I love fall and it seems to go by too quickly.

Also inspired by the new house we are building. It is so awesome to be able to pick everything out and put your touch on the place.

I am inspired by thankfulness. I am thankful to be able to work with children in my home so I can be here for my family before and after school and be more prepared for our family time in the evenings and weekends. I am thankful for that so I am focusing on doing my best for those kids when I’m with them and my family when I am with them – we’ve had some incredible times lately!

I’m inspired by the creek we found by our house. My boys love to explore it and are working on building a tiny dam. It reminds me to take time to have some fun and get creative!

I am inspired by so much these days…so very much. It seems almost daily I’m reminded (inspired) by so much that it’s hard to narrow down to just one thing. I’m inspired when I look into my baby boy’s eyes and see such wonder and amazement – he inspires me to be better all around so I can be the best example for him. I’m inspired when I see my hubby go back to his first love, the kitchen – he’s a culinarian, a talent placed in his heart only by God – and recently God placed an awesome opportunity in front of him and he ran with it…fearlessly, something I don’t think I could do. My hubby inspires me to take chances and follow what God has placed in your heart. And recently I have been inspired by Stellan McKinney and his MckMama! Seeing recent pics of Stellan on Jennifer’s blog made my heart sing…he is smiling and laughing in the pics from a day or so after his 1st b.day even though he’s battling SVT and spent his 1st b.day in the PICU…as soon as I laid eyes on those pics of him I told myself…wow, if Stellan can laugh in smile inspite of ALL that he is going thru then why can’t I? My hurdles are nothing compared to his. And then there’s Jennifer…she and her family are facing such huge things this week in regards to Stellan’s health…and yet she still found time and energy when the “littles” were asleep to build a castle for her “bigs”. She’s a great Mama, that one!
Everyday there is so much inspiration to be found…in the mundane and not so mundane, if we’re just willing to slow down and look!

I would love to snag these sweet giveaways…I’ve been dying for one of your gorgeous necklaces!! I have sent my hubby your store’s link twice now hoping he gets the hint…lol! 🙂

I am inspired by all the fun fall and holiday magazines – such great inspiration in them!

I’m inspired by my baby girl’s zest for life! Everything needs to be examined, touched, pondered, and explored. I love her little way of looking at the world.

I know this will sound obvious, but it’s the most relevant inspiration for me right now.

Blogs.

My introduction to blogs was about 10 years ago when social networking consisted of angsty teenagers spilling their woes to the world via the internet. I like the idea of a blog, but in the end, it didn’t really catch on for me.

Then last year, through a tragic event I was re-introduced to the world of blogging and discovered that it was no longer little on-line journals, unconnected to anything else, but a community of ideas, and inspiration. I realized that my silly little crafts and ideas might not be so silly and that there were people out there with the same passions as mine.

A whole new world opened up to me. I’m in the (very) infant stages of starting my own business. I’ve pulled so many ideas into how I’m remodeling my house and refinishing furniture for my girls’ bedroom. I’ve been inspired to not be satisfied that at this point in my life I just don’t have time for creating and that I’ll have to wait until the girls get older and my job becomes less demanding. My projects range from little to big, but I’m trying to remember how important my creativity is to my being and that I’m not really myself if I’m not incorporating it into my daily life.

So thank you fellow bloggers for reminding me to dream!!!

How pretty! My favorite color!
I am inspired by the crisp air and the last days of fall. The trees are almost naked here in Wisconsin, just holding on some last leaves.

Lisa – You inspire me everyday! I have added your website to my favorites and check it every morning. I love how you enjoy life and the simple things! You are always so positive! You bring sunshine to my mornings! Love your website and have ordered of few of your things! Thank you!

At the moment I am inspired by the little things, the sun coming through the window (as we’ve been having lots of gloomy days), the occasional bird song I hear, the snuggles with my kiddos. What a generous and great giveaway, love the colours.

I am inspired by my son who is too young to know hate or greed and lives only for the moment, the here and now – I have no desire to be younger but I so envy his innocence.

What is inspiring me now is life, the grace that God has and the humble spirit that a child has. And this inspiration has come from a Young girl fighting with cancer through her last days of life here on earth. But she has an amazingly humble spirit and knows that when she gets to Heaven God will heal her. This is not meant to make anyone sad but to inspire, uplift and encourage. God’s Grace is so good and I am so Thankful to know his grace. It inspires me to wake up and be Thankful for every day that he blesses me with. If you would like to find the story of Sydney you can find it here at this link.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/sydney98

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I’m inspired by the conversation I’ll be continuing with my Manager today about my upcoming promotion. Definetly inspired to keep doing well here at work, with a smile every day!

I’m not girly enough to win any of this, although it is beautiful, so please don’t pick me… I just wanted to share what inspires me today…

I was thinking about sunflowers the other day… a seed is planted, a hardy seed that’s determined to grow. It’s so tiny, yet grows strong, straight, tall, and faces the sun, worshiping the sun and basking in the beauty of the warmth it receives from the sun. Come fall, it begins to die to self and heavy with all the seeds it has accumulated along the way, its face bends to the ground, although it’s still standing tall. As it dies to self, a new beauty emerges from it… the seeds fall to the ground, nurturing new life, and the cycle begins all over again.

I see so many parallels between sunflowers and Christians. When we’re born, it’s like a seed of life is planted, embracing life vigorously, growing, reaching for God. As we began to discover God, we bloom and turn our face to the shadows and face God, worshiping The Son. It’s a beautiful thing to watch in a human, just like it is beautiful to watch in a sunflower. As we grow closer to God and gather seeds of knowledge and life, we slowly die to self, but still stand, heads bowed in reverence to God… As we share what we’ve learned, minister to others and share the love of Christ, more seeds are released, planted, and new life begins, as ours begins to fade…

Sunflowers…. SONflowers… life is beautiful.

Christmas is inspiring me too. I love the whole season, and I love finding/making the perfect gift for someone. There’s nothing better than the smile when someone opens a gift they adore.

Hi Lisa,
I am inspired by your photos – the lighting, color, and angles! I hope to get a “fancy” camera soon and dream to be able to take pictures of my daughter and family that are as beautiful as the ones you have on your blog.

I am inspired by the stories of couples who have “overcome” infertility. As my husband and I walk this path, it can be such a scary time, and as we lay it all down at God’s feet, we feel inspired and hopeful that we too will be given a little blessing.

The look of wonder on my boys’ faces when they realized the “scary” noise coming from our backyard this morning was not some monster….. but hundreds of birds calling to eachother among the branches of their favorite tree. They had known about migration before, but seemed to swell with the excitement and awe of being right in the path of such an important event.

Lately I have been inspired by cardigans. I have always liked them, but lately I’ve been wearing them like crazy! Everyone I own is from a thrift store, so I have come across some beauties! I love how I can wear them in so many ways! Dressy, casual, just to keep me warm, layered with lace camis or a plain white tshirt, whatever! Absolutely I am in love with them right now!

I’m inspired by my kids everyday. I’m inspired to be the best me I can be.

I am inspired by chaos! My everyday is so full of order and structure… breakfast, kids out door, dishes, picking toys up for the millionth time, homework, dinner and so on and so on! I love it but somedays can be quite predictable. The chaos that stirs in my head gets me going. Having so much I want to create and trying to get it all out at once… find I create the most wicked sweet things in those moments:)

I am inspired by my daughter.
She is a dancer with passion.

I’m inspired by God’s grace and mercy. We thought my little girl would have to have surgery on her skull but the tests came back that she did not have to. I give all the glory to God!

Oops I wrote one letter wrong so the link back to my blog didn’t work, but now it should!
Carola

i am inspired by so many different things daily…this morning i was inspired by the beautiful sunrise…my children inspire me every single day…i am inspired by fall and the upcoming holiday season…

Lately I have been inspired by turquoise. I’m not really sure why but I just love it and wear something turquoise just about every day. It feels so fresh and natural to me.

The NY Yankees are inspiring me !!! I’ve been a Yankee fan since age 5 when my Dad took me to a game. Tough thing is, I live outside of Philly and the fans have been arrogant and mean…even to my kids. I am biting my lip and taking the high road. People are crossing the line, when they are mean to my children. Drawing inspiration from my Dad. He was a stand up guy.