tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1475969446415864312024-02-07T18:46:28.967-08:00Love, My TwentiesLifestyle blog about experiencing my twentiesDearAinsleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05618165669853592002noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-65633187057217739972015-02-05T00:18:00.002-08:002015-02-05T00:21:37.669-08:00Messy Twister<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A couple of summers ago, as a fun outdoor activity, my best friends and I decided to play messy twister. I had seen it on Pinterest and just had to try it!</div>
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<u>To start</u>: we added coloured paint to each circle on the Twister mat. (I thought I had paint in every colour, but it turned out that wasn't the case, so we improvised.)</div>
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<u>Next</u>: the playing began! We had our friend Eric act as the spin master while we indulged in the paint-filled fun.</div>
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Our before shot:</div>
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Our intense game:</div>
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The aftermath:</div>
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We had such a fun afternoon! Finding things on Pinterest to do in real life is on my list of to-dos; mission accomplished!</div>
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Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-27106593134142169202015-01-30T01:26:00.001-08:002015-01-30T01:26:38.740-08:00Vegas, Baby!In honour of booking my second trip to Vegas, I though I'd post about my first adventure there...<br />
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<u>Where</u>: Las Vegas, NV<br />
<u>When</u>: November 2013<br />
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We, as a group of six, had decided a long time prior to turning 21, that once all of us were of age, we'd go celebrate in Las Vegas. Our last one became 21 at the end of September, so we utilized a long weekend in November and went!<br />
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Around dinner time Friday night, we set off on our road trip! The trip from Davis is about eight hours (with no traffic), so we stopped with about two hours to go to stay overnight in Barstow. As the sole driver, stopping was much needed at 2AM.<br />
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<u>Where we stayed</u>: <a href="http://www.hardrockhotel.com/" target="_blank">The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino</a><br />
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<u>During the day</u>: We explored the Strip and the many hotels that accompany it. We also utilized the only pool that was open (it was November after all) and the slot machines. (I was able to cross-off "Gamble at a Casino" from "<a href="http://lovemytwenties.blogspot.com/p/my-to-dos.html" target="_blank">My To-Dos</a>" list!)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clockwise from the top: Venetian, Cosmopolitan, Bellagio Fountains</td></tr>
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<u>Night #1</u>: We had dinner at <a href="http://www.hardrockhotel.com/las-vegas-restaurants/culinary-dropout" target="_blank">The Culinary Dropout</a> in the hotel, which was delicious, and then headed out to clubs! (We also accidentally colour-coordinated for our evening out - it was a red, black, and white kind of night!)<br />
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<u>Night #2</u>: Before heading out to our second night of dancing, we first went to the Aria hotel for some very delicious pink drinks. To end our night, we went to Hyde (at the Bellagio) where the only room to dance was on the edge of couches and where white confetti fell from the ceilings.<br />
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At the end of March, we're bringing my younger sister along, who a week before will have turned 21! This time, we opted to spend a little more money and stay on the Strip at the Monte Carlo. It's safe to say we're all pretty hyped to dance the nights away and enjoy the pool parties! The countdown is on...Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-44169819223707162662015-01-21T14:52:00.001-08:002015-01-21T14:52:23.225-08:00THE Mac-n-Cheese<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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For a games night last year, I decided to try this recipe I had found on Pinterest called <a href="http://www.thatwhichnourishes.com/the-mac-and-cheese/" target="_blank">THE Mac-n-Cheese</a>. And let me tell you, it was delicious! What I decided to do to make it a little more interesting was create a Mac-n-Cheese bar. I set bowls out with things like ham, broccoli, tomatoes, bacon, and caramelized onions for my friends to add into their dish.</div>
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<i>To Make:</i></div>
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1 pound pasta (I used cavatappi)</div>
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½ cup butter (1 stick)</div>
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½ cup flour</div>
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4 cups whole milk</div>
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6 cups shredded cheddar</div>
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1 tablespoon salt</div>
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1 tablespoon pepper</div>
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2 tablespoons butter</div>
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½ cup panko bread crumbs</div>
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Boil pasta in salted water.</div>
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Melt ½ cup butter in large saucepan over medium heat.</div>
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Sprinkle in ½ cup flour and whisk together for 2-3 minutes.</div>
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Add 6 cups shredded cheddar.</div>
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Add sauce to pasta and stir.</div>
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In small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.</div>
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<i>The Final Product</i></div>
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Here is our Napa Valley trip in a nutshell:<div>
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<u><i>Stop #1: Sterling Vineyards</i></u></div>
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At Sterling, you take a gondola up to the winery, which gives gorgeous 360 degree views of Napa. While we were there, we tried seven different wines. My favourite was the 2013 Cellar Club Malvasia Bianca. It was a sweet white wine that was fruity and delicious!</div>
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<u><i>Stop #2: Beaulieu Vineyards</i></u></div>
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Here, we went downstairs to the Club Member Tasting Room where we sampled five wines - one white, four red. The last one we tasted, a 2009 Georges de Latour, retailed at $140 per bottle and you could tell! It was the smoothest red I've ever tasted!</div>
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<u><i>Stop #3: "Welcome to Napa Valley"</i></u></div>
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On our way home, we decided to stop here to take the typical tourist shot. As this is the off-season for grapes, the vineyards are filled with thousands of mustard seeds. These bright yellow flowers made for some beautiful shots! Along with the mustard seeds, there was also an old railroad track at this pitstop, which turned out to be a great backdrop for photos.</div>
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Usually my friends aren't often into taking individual photos, but today was an exception. Maybe it had something to do with the wine in their system or they just loved the location, but they were willing to model for me! Here are some of my favourites (and of course, some funny ones)!</div>
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Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-78456970043961820892015-01-13T23:34:00.000-08:002015-01-13T23:34:02.657-08:00Fill a Sketchbook<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In my second year of college, I took a class that was required for what my major at the time was (biomechanical engineering) that involved sketching. Each week, we had to complete a certain number of free sketches to get used to it, something that I never thought I'd enjoy. However, the more I did it, the more I really truly enjoyed it. When that realization occurred, I decided to challenge myself to completely fill a sketchbook. Tonight, I completed that goal. I started it January 17, almost exactly three years ago, and whenever I found myself with some free time, I'd take out my book and sketch away! It's never been something I've shared with people, but I'm proud of accomplishing this task I set out for myself, so I've decided to share some of my favourites. Enjoy!<br />
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My two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (Kinchie and Whinnie) are my two joys in life. So, one night while I was bored, I decided to make them some doggie treats. I found this Cinnamon Bun Bites recipe courtesy of <a href="http://www.babble.com/best-recipes/homemade-treats-national-dog-day/" target="_blank">Babble</a>.</div>
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2 cups whole wheat flour</div>
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1 teaspoon baking powder (I used soda because I was out of powder)</div>
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¼ teaspoon salt</div>
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½ cup milk</div>
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¼ cup canola oil</div>
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1 egg</div>
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2 tablespoon honey</div>
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1 teaspoon cinnamon</div>
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(For the drizzle: ¼ cup light cream cheese, 1-2 tablespoons milk)</div>
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<u>Step 1</u>: Preheat the oven to 350F. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.</div>
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<u>Step 2</u>: In a small bowl, stir milk, oil, and egg.</div>
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<u>Step 3</u>: Add wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until soft dough forms.</div>
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<u>Step 4</u>: Roll dough into a rectangle.</div>
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<u>Step 5</u>: Drizzle rectangle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon.</div>
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<u>Step 6</u>: Roll up rectangle. Be sure to pinch the edges to seal.</div>
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<u>Step 7</u>: Cut roll into increments half an inch thick.</div>
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<u>Step 8</u>: Place pieces cut-side down onto a cookie sheet. Remember to spray the pan with nonstick spray before placing treats.</div>
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The two of them seemed to love them!</div>
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I realized this year that I am 100% comfortable in who I am as a woman. God created me to be a perfect version of myself, and this year I learned to embrace that and be confident in that.</div>
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I was lucky enough to be a part of the Sisterhood Support Team (within the New Member Team) for my Chi Omega chapter. It was such a wonderful experience helping to guide our new members up to their initiations.</div>
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This is the first year that I can actually remember having more "good" health days than bad. My medication was changed a number of times, but at some point during the year, my body got it right. I still have some rough days, but they finally don't dominate my life!</div>
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Because of the above, I was able to lower my anti-depressant for the first time in three years. It was a huge accomplishment for me and I can finally see a future where I don't need medication for my depression.</div>
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Two of my high school girls went from Miss to Mrs this summer! Watching the two of them marry the loves of their lives was amazing.</div>
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We called it the "Summer of Concerts" because my sister and I went to one each month - we had a blast!</div>
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My parents made the move from California to Illinois in August, along with my sister transferring from Sac State to U of I. Although I didn't follow them, my home-base and family moved, and that was quite the adjustment.</div>
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While my family moved to another state, I moved into my first house!</div>
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Chi Omega was too incredible for words this year. Pre-recruitment and formal recruitment were definite highlights. We bonded and grew as a chapter. I had never been so proud or thankful to be sisters with such incredible women. I was also given the opportunity to be a day chair for one of the days during recruitment, and it was intense! It was so much work, but it all came together - House Tours truly rocked!</div>
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After taking classes for my double major for more than a year, I finally declared Organizational Studies!</div>
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I welcomed another Little into my Wild Things family within Chi Omega and she is perfect! Such a sweet soul that one!</div>
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I took my high school friend, Jordan, to my fall formal this year and had so much fun! It was only my second formal in college and it was one for the books! Best friends and dancing were the perfect combo!</div>
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For our family trip this year, we did Christmas on the Rhine - aka, we took a river cruise around Germany, Switzerland, France, and Holland for Christmas!</div>
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This year I tapped into my creativity and developed new ideas and products that really developed my creative skills. I forgot how much creativity adds to my life and I cannot wait to keep using it in 2015!</div>
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<b><i>2014 was truly an amazing year and I cannot wait to see what 2015 has in store!</i></b></div>
Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-35788658798835125152015-01-03T09:50:00.001-08:002015-01-03T09:50:16.118-08:00New<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>December 31: New</b></div>
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My parents are incredible and gave me a new camera for Christmas! Hello more photos for the blog!</div>
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The floating flower market in Amsterdam was amazing.</div>
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<b>December 29: Nightfall</b></div>
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The views and lights in Europe were beautiful at night!</div>
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<b>December 30: Ice</b><br />
Diamonds truly are a girl's best friend.<br />
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Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-85769788240736753492014-12-31T17:02:00.000-08:002014-12-31T17:02:16.475-08:00His Love, Hot, & Winter<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>December 25: His Love</b></div>
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<i>Mary, Did You Know</i> is one of my favourite Christmas songs (especially Clay Aiken's version!).</div>
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<b>December 26: Hot</b></div>
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Hot chocolate in Strasbourg, France, was the perfect warm-up on a cold winter's day.</div>
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Ice skating is a winter staple!</div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-65658546598899907082014-12-31T08:54:00.003-08:002014-12-31T11:46:58.912-08:00Cold, Silent Night, & Shoes<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>December 22: Cold</b></div>
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Enjoying a castle tour on top of a boat in the winter means cold!</div>
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<b>December 23: Silent Night</b></div>
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German mini music box playing Silent Night (or Stille Nacht).</div>
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<b>December 24: Shoes</b></div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-57745798260179772852014-12-29T00:23:00.001-08:002014-12-31T11:47:13.663-08:00Faith, Chocolate, & Scarf<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>December 19: Faith</b></div>
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<b>December 20: Chocolate</b></div>
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Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-63328937557700372782014-12-20T04:59:00.002-08:002014-12-20T04:59:25.926-08:00Metallics, Stripes, & Twinkle<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><u>December 16: Metallics</u></b></div>
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<b>My parents have fallen in love with Moscow Mules, so we got them the perfect cups.</b></div>
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<b><u>December 17: Stripes</u></b></div>
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<b>Because candy canes are one of the best parts of the holiday season!</b></div>
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<b><u>December 18: Twinkle</u></b></div>
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<b>Coloured lights add something special.</b></div>
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<br />DearAinsleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05618165669853592002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-40183421102302583282014-12-16T01:01:00.000-08:002014-12-16T01:01:15.458-08:00Cozy<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b>Blankets, PJs, and Puppy #1 (Kinchie)</b></div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-43327176460310534532014-12-15T17:55:00.003-08:002014-12-15T17:55:38.212-08:00Bow, Holiday Cup, & Looking Up<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><u>December 12: Bow</u></b></div>
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<b>This sweater from Forever 21 two years ago is still one of my favourites!</b></div>
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<b>Seasonal drinks with sisters after Ice Skating - doing the holiday's right!</b></div>
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<b><u>December 14: Looking Up</u></b></div>
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<b>Such a beautiful site on my way home from class.</b></div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-41439635173598918672014-12-12T00:28:00.001-08:002014-12-12T00:29:30.909-08:00Green<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b>An Emerald Smoky Eye by my gorgeous sister Bethany!</b></div>
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<b>Watch her tutorial <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_ygkNTIgGE" target="_blank">Here</a>!</b></div>
Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-88189052906871942472014-12-10T01:55:00.001-08:002014-12-10T12:31:40.332-08:00Glitter<div style="text-align: center;">
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Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-79290212150854574052014-12-09T00:13:00.005-08:002014-12-09T00:13:53.651-08:008:00<div style="text-align: center;">
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As a study break, my roommates and I went for some froyo. The first photo is taken outside the froyo place (it was incredibly foggy) and the second, on our way back to the car (we tried to be cool).</div>
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Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-10016204329396403362014-12-08T01:01:00.003-08:002014-12-08T01:01:41.073-08:00Polka Dots<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><u>December 7: Polka Dots</u></b></div>
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This mint and gold polka dot scarf was a gift from my best friend, Emma!</div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-7204788893681627342014-12-07T01:37:00.000-08:002014-12-07T01:37:18.587-08:00Sweet Treat<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><u>December 6: Sweet Treat</u></b></div>
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When your night doesn't go as planned, baking some sugar cookies is the only thing to do!</div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-16516910590654895202014-12-05T22:33:00.000-08:002014-12-05T22:33:12.266-08:00In Your Cup<div style="text-align: center;">
<u><b>December 5: In Your Cup</b></u></div>
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In my cup: Usually I'm a Tetley tea girl, but tonight, it's Tazo Awake tea.</div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-69694114711768360132014-12-04T17:55:00.000-08:002014-12-04T17:55:22.824-08:00Red<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><u>December 4: Red</u></b></div>
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e.l.f. Rich Red Matte Lip Colour + e.l.f. Red Carpet Moisturizing Lipstick (both only $3!)</div>
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<br />Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-54533444821198824082014-12-03T22:24:00.000-08:002014-12-03T22:26:59.055-08:00Dipping My Toe In...It has been almost a year since I've blogged and I miss it.<br />
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I have decided that my New Years resolution is going to be getting back into blogging! I know that means that I won't start blogging again until January, but I've decided to dip my toe back into the blogosphere with a photo challenge. For the month of December, I'm going to be posting a picture a day as a way to ease my way back into this wonderful world of Love, My Twenties. If you'd like to join in on this December Photo Challenge, please tell me! Use the hashtag #LM20sDecember on Twitter, Facebook, and/or Instagram or if you'll be blogging along with me, comment with your link!<br />
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See you officially in January and for now, please enjoy my photo challenge!<br />
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<b><u>The Challenge:</u></b></div>
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<b><u>December 1: Self Portrait</u></b></div>
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I wear glasses now. I still love tea. I have a newfound love for coffee. December to me means red!</div>
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<b><u>December 2: Sunset</u></b></div>
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One of my favourite things that God has created: sunsets. The sky is His canvas.</div>
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<b><u>December 3: Decorated</u></b></div>
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Our basement is now decorated in a winter wonderland theme full of cream, crystal, gold, and silver.</div>
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<br />DearAinsleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05618165669853592002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-20524613339446946582014-01-30T01:12:00.002-08:002014-01-30T01:15:27.607-08:00A Year, Old & New<div style="text-align: center;">
As the first month of 2014 comes to a close, I decided to take a look back at my year in 2013 and look ahead to what I want to accomplish as this new year continues. Seeing how many things happen in a year helps remind you of the life that's fleeting, along with helping remember the amazing time that God's given you in such a short time.</div>
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<b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;">My 2013</span></u></b></div>
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1. Went on College Life Retreat</div>
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2. Got back into Chi Omega.</div>
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3. Changed my major!</div>
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4. Truly grew in my faith and learned what it meant to be a true follower of Christ.</div>
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5. Checked a lot of things off my 101 Lists.</div>
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6. Started my Etsy shop for my paddle keychains.</div>
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7. Enjoyed a family weekend in Chicago.</div>
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8. Finally, truly, experienced being in college.</div>
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9. Took a road trip to LA.</div>
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10. Had a girls' weekend in Las Vegas.</div>
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11. Experienced a new culture and enjoyed new adventures in Jamaica.</div>
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12. Grew my mediation and conflict-resolution skills.</div>
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13. Made the decision to get baptized.</div>
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<b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;">Looking ahead to 2014...</span></u></b></div>
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...I want to get baptized</div>
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...I want to go to church</div>
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...I want to finish my senior year bucket list with my friends</div>
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...I want to make significant progress on "The Light that Carried Me"</div>
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...I want to meet someone incredible</div>
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...I want to continue to read the Bible & growth books to learn even more about the Lord</div>
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...I want to become more involved in College Life</div>
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...I want to experience Chi Omega in all its glory</div>
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...I want to get a job or an internship</div>
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...I want to look into medical studies for my illnesses, along with my own medical charts</div>
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...I want to continue to grow in my relationships in college</div>
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...I want to spend less money and keep track of my finances</div>
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...and I want to get involved with a foster care program.</div>
Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-147596944641586431.post-89523732638085295482013-12-07T20:45:00.003-08:002014-12-07T02:28:48.084-08:00Growth Books ListOver the past couple of months, I've been slowly creating a list of books I would like to read that are centred on learning more about my loving, grace-filled Lord and how to be a better disciple for Him. This list started out with only a few books and has turned into a list of 47! I've written in my second <a href="http://lovemytwenties.blogspot.com/p/101-things-list-2.html" target="_blank">101 list</a> that I want to read 50 of them - I'm still looking for 3 more that speak to me. Here is my (almost finished) list:<br />
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<i>The Allure of Hope</i> by Jan Meyers<br />
<b><strike><i>A Purpose Driven Life</i> by Rick Warren</strike></b><br />
<i>Better Than My Dreams</i> by Paula Rinehart<br />
<b><strike><i>Boundaries in Dating</i> by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend</strike></b><br />
<b><strike><i>Captivating</i> by John & Stasi Eldredge</strike></b><br />
<b><strike><i>Crazy Love</i> by Francis Chan</strike></b><br />
<i>Disciplines of a Godly Woman</i> by Barbara Hughes<br />
<i>Drops like Stars</i> by Rob Bell<br />
<i>Erasing Hell</i> by Francis Chan<br />
<i>The Five Love Languages, Singles Edition</i> by Gary D. Chapman<br />
<i>Forgotten God</i> by Francis Chan<br />
<i>God in the Mirror</i> by Miles McPherson<br />
<b><strike><i>God is in the Small Stuff and it all Matters</i> by Bruce Bickel & Stan Jantz</strike></b><br />
<i>God is the Gospel</i> by John Piper<br />
<i>God Loves Broken People</i> by Sheila Walsh<br />
<i>The God Who Hears</i> by W. Bingham Hunter<br />
<i>The Great Divorce </i>by C.S. Lewis<br />
<i>Heaven is for Real</i> by Todd Burpo<br />
<i>Help Thanks Wow</i> by Anne Lamott<br />
<i>His Princess: Love Letters from your King</i> by Sheri Rose Shepherd<br />
<i>How to Hear From God</i> by Joyce Meyer<br />
<i>In the Arms of Angels</i> by John Wester Anderson<br />
<i>Jesus > Religion</i> by Jefferson Bethke<br />
<i>Jesus Wants to Save Christians</i> by Rob Bell<br />
<i>The Knowledge of the Holy</i> by A.W. Tozer<br />
<i>Lady in Waiting</i> by Debby Jones<br />
<i>Listening to Love</i> by Jan Meyers<br />
<i>Love Does</i> by Bob Goff & Donald Miller<br />
<i>The Love Languages of God</i> by Gary D. Chapman<br />
<i>Love Wins</i> by Rob Bell<br />
<i>Meaning of Marriage</i> by Timothy Keller<br />
<i>Not a Fan</i> by Kyle Idleman<br />
<i>One Thousand Gifts (with devo)</i> by Ann Voskamp<br />
<i>The Power of a Praying Woman</i> by Stormie Omartian<br />
<i>Praying God's Word</i> by Beth Moore<br />
<i>Proof of Heaven by</i> Eben Alexander, M.D.<br />
<i>Radical</i> by David Platt<br />
<i>Sex God</i> by Rob Bell<br />
<i>The Shack</i> by Wm. Paul Young<br />
<i>The Shelter of God's Promises</i> by Sheila Walsh<br />
<i>Stories Behind Women of Extraordinary Faith</i> by Ace Collins<br />
<i>Twelve Extraordinary Women</i> by John MacArthur<br />
<i>Velvet Elvis</i> by Rob Bell<br />
<i>Waking Up in Heaven</i> by Alex Tresniowski<br />
<i>What Happens When Women Say Yes to God</i> by Lysa TerKeurst<br />
<i>What We Talk About When We Talk About God</i> by Rob Bell<br />
<b><strike><i>Wild at Heart</i> by John Eldredge</strike></b>Lavender Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04276818764355640622noreply@blogger.com0