The Best of 2014 :)

Hi there! Long time no see!

Well, it's only been just over a week since my last real blog post. But, I'm really really really really really really really (15 hours later*) really really really sorry! I don't think I've not posted anything for that long since I started blogging, and for that, I'm so sorry, you guys!

I just really have to learn how to balance my schoolwork and my social life and my bloggy, and I'm currently working on that, so hopefully, this whole not-posting-for-over-a-week won't happen again!

But onto today's post: I know I'm 17 days late, but I really wanted to do one of those Best of 2014 posts! I'm not trying to be like the cliched blogger, but so many exciting and life-changing things happened last year, and while I posted many of them here on my blog, there were some that I didn't include here. So, let's get started!

January
I actually didn't take any pictures in January...none at all...idk why. AND, I hardly remember anything that happened last January. I'm weird...

February

Snowmageddon! Snow and ice was everywhere. The roads were cramped. School was canceled for almost a week, twice! And we didn't have school on Valentine's Day, which was great for me, and all the Valentine-less people who didn't want to see all the happy high school couples... (sorry, that was mean...)
My Dad's birthday s actually the day before Valentine's day. We had been snowed in for a few days by then, and we weren't able to get to the store, so we had to DIY his gifts!

March

Winterfest: Winterfest was such an amazing event! The speakers were great, and it was just great seeing so many young people coming together and worshiping God! Plus, I had so much fun hanging out with my youth group in Tennessee! It was a really fun experience!

April

I reached 100 posts on my blog! I celebrated by uploading like 5 posts that day! It was kinda extreme, but I was excited about it!

And, we can't forget Easter! I absolutely love celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ! 

May

I graduated from high school! My diploma was totally upside down, but let's not talk about that. Lol!

This is probably one of my favorite family pictures of all time! Too bad Max had to stay at home, and couldn't be in the picture!

June

Beyoutiful Beauties' 1st Birthday!

and...

My 18th Birthday!!!!!!!!

July

We went to the beach! It was a fun weekend getaway!

August

I started college!

September

My first college football game!

October

We have a Fall Festival at my Church every year, so that's always fun!

November

I changed up my hair, and got highlights!

December

Christmas: Christmas was so much fun!  I got to spend it with relatives from both sides of my family, as well as my immediate family, and friends!

And, I got on the Dean's List!

At first, I was just gonna show you a bunch of pictures from throughout last year. While I did that, I also wanted to talk about why exactly I posted it. This post is called The Best of 2014 because I wanted to show some of the exciting things that happened in my life in 2014. But that doesn't mean I didn't have regrets and disappointments. I'm definitely not trying to hide those things from you guys. I've actually talked about some of them here on my blog. But uploading a post about all of those regrets and disappointments, would be pretty negative and pointless. So, instead, I wanted to show you all of the good things that happened to me in 2014 because I see that as seeing the cup as half full. Even though things didn't go exactly the way I wanted them to go in 2014, it's still good to be grateful for the good things!

Thanks for reading, and thank you for your support and sweet comments and just everything!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Update!

Hi! 

First of all, I just want to say I'm really sorry that I didn't upload a post yesterday AND that I didn't make up for it by uploading one today either. I've been so busy with schoolwork, and while I did have time to type up the post I had planned for yesterday, I wasn't able to make a cool graphic for it.

I'm not sure if I'll be able to have the post up by tomorrow, but I really hope I'll be able to. And if not tomorrow, since I have another post planned out for Friday, I'll probably just wait until next week to post the one I had planned for yesterday!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Winter Essentials

Hey!!!!!!!

So, I know I usually upload on Tuesdays and Fridays, but I started school on Monday, and it has been so busy for me. The classes I'm taking this semester seem a lot more complex than the classes I took last semester, so I really hope I'll have time for stuff other than schoolwork!

I had planned on uploading this post yesterday, but I had quite a bit of homework (already?!?), and by the time I finished making the graphic for this post, it was like 11:30, and I really needed to sleep, so, that's what happened...

Anyway, winter officially began on December 21. Although it wasn't too cold during Christmas break where I live, once I got back to school this past Sunday, I experienced winter at its fullest. It was really chilly on Monday and Tuesday, but today it was a serious kinda chilly. It was freezing! And to add to that, the wind was crazy heavy which made it feel even colder (My school even sent out a mass email saying that it might get as low as single digit temperatures this week!). With all the talk of colder weather aka the lowest they've seen since last January, I knew it was time to post some of my Winter Essentials.

1. Flannels: Flannels are great to wear during the winter, especially the over-sized ones because you can wear 3 layers of clothing underneath and no one would know! I've really been liking the look of the boyish ones because they're just so rustic and cool; but, don't get me wrong, I still like the pink, girly ones ( I even bought one this Christmas break!).

2. Hats: I didn't really wear hats, like beanie hats until I got to college. It started getting really cold in November, and because my hair is very fine, the cold felt like it was seeping through my scalp and into my brain (lol), so I had to wear hats. It's not that I don't like beanies, I just always thought it would look weird over my short hair, so I didn't bother. But, once I actually wore it, it didn't look too bad!

3. Gloves: You don't want your hands to freeze and fall off, do ya? I didn't think so! I need to start asking myself that question because I've really been slacking off on my glove-wearing. I don't even know why (today, it was actually because my gloves are pink and black, but I was wearing light blue sneakers, so yeah. We can't have that.)

4. Leg warmers: Great for keeping your feet warm because even when you have on boots, if it's really cold, you'll need those extra warm cushions that are leg warmers. I don't have leg warmers, but my Dad's socks kinda double as leg warmers for me, but I got to school Sunday night, and realized that I had left every. single. pair of them. at. home...

5. Chunky boots: I say chunky boots because I feel like they are more suited for cold weather, rain, snow, etc. than combat boots and/or riding boots. I feel like chunky boots can sorta handle the cold weather better, especially if snow is involved. And, I'm not really nervous about messing up my chunky boots because they're so rugged and tough.

6. Blanket: I'm currently covering myself with a blanket because the air in my dorm room is on. You're probably sitting there wondering, "Why in the world would she have the air on when she just spoke about how cold it is outside?" 

Well, thank you for asking. I have to have it on because I'd rather have it cold than hot, and I also have to have it on because there has to be noise in order for me to sleep. Even at home, I always have the fan on when I'm going to sleep because of the noise. But anyway, blankets are great if you're like me, and you like it to be cold, but you like to be cozied up too, ya feel?

7. Teddy Bear: they're great cuddle buddies when your dog is being uncooperative

8. A good book: for when you're snuggling with your teddy bear!

9. Netflix: no explanation needed

10. Hot chocolate: To keep you even warmer. Hot water should also do the trick.

What are your Winter Essentials? Comment! I'd love to know!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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#Goalsfor2015

Heyyy Beauts!!!!!!

It's the new year, and with the new year comes new years "resolutions." But, I don't really like the phrase "New Years Resolutions." You know why?  Because we don't seem to keep them. I prefer terms like goals, or not-so-new-years-resolutions, or maybe even promises (this would be an especially good name for people who don't like breaking promises!).

So, today, I wanna share with you some of my #goals for 2015. I used #goals because I see this hashtag all over Twitter: #relationshipgoals #housegoals #cargoals, etc., and sometimes it gets really annoying, tbh.

Like, I know they're all good goals, but you have to work for a a good relationship, and a good house and good car. I feel like those hashtags make people feel like they can have those goals without really working for them. I don't know if ya feel, but it's just my opinion, ya know?

So, these are just some of the things that I know I have to work for, and that I hope I will have accomplished by the end of next year (or sooner)!

Read on to see more of my goals for 2015!

~Listen in Church more (lol!), and apply the lessons to my everyday life

~Be able to give more (aka steady income): I feel like it's easy asking my parents for money to give for tithe, offering, people in need, etc., but that really doesn't effect me as much as if it's my own money, ya know?)

~Give more willingly

~Read more books for leisure

~Learn how to play an instrument (the recorder doesn't count! Lol)

~Be more grateful

~Post better pics on the bloggy (I think it's time for me to invest in a nice camera)

~More collaborations, beauty routines, and giveaways also on the bloggy

And my motto this year:

~Don't let good times pass you by without having a good time!

So, what are your #Goalsfor2015?

Let me know in the comments!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Happy New Year!!!!!!!!!

Happy New Year Everyone!!!!!!!!!

It's 2015!!!!!!

I'm honestly so excited to see what 2015 brings!
Today, I thought I would share some of my tips on keeping your 2015 classy and fabulous!

1. Sparkles are a must (not only with your outfits, but also with your attitude)!

2. Rise and shine everyday with the purpose of spreading happiness!

3. Accessorize. Bangles, watches, pearls: I've learned that accessories matter! They complete any outfit!

4. Smell nice: Whether it's a signature scent, or you like to experiment with different perfumes, smelling nice is always good (but don't overdo it like a 13 year old boy using cologne. Lol)!

5. Be nice, it's nice to be nice, right?!?

6. Keep it classy, never trashy!

7. You're special (that's what the tiara is for!). Never forget that!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Christmas 2014

Hey Everyone!!!

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! I know I did!
I had planned on posting this this past Saturday, or even Friday, but we were out all day both days, so that's why I'm posting it today!

So today I thought I would share some of my Christmas pics, as well as tell you what we did throughout the day!

There's me!

My sisters and I. We took a pic exactly like this the day before (Christmas Eve). I think this will be our picture taking-formation from now on!

My sister wanted this picture to look "candid." Lol.

My Uncle and his family were in town for Christmas, so we went to have breakfast with them. The hotel was really nice (aka great for pictures). That's where my sisters and I took all the pictures shown!

When we got back home, we opened our presents and watched t.v for some time. Then, in the evening, we went to a family friends house for a Christmas party. They have one every year, and we've gone there every Christmas for the past 3 years, so that was fun! The kids/teens were in a separate room from the adults, so we played a game (I don't remember what it's called. It's like charades except you can only talk, not show.) while the parents debated about Africa (what?!?). But it was a lot of fun. I didn't take any pictures, but my sister took a bunch of videos, and put them on Snapchat, although they've probably "disappeared" by now.

By the time we got home it was around 10, so we just put on our pjs and hung out before going to sleep.

P.S. I took pics with my parents, but they were all at night, so one of us or the other was in our pjs. Hehe. We also took pics with my aunt, but I wasn't sure if she wanted me to put her picture on here. People like privacy, ya feel?

This Christmas was a lot of fun, probably one of the best Christmases I've had. I know Christmas is about the birth of Jesus Christ and hope for the world, and it's been clear to me how truly important it is. But, this Christmas also helped me realize how important family is. It was a real eye-opener, to be honest. I was with family (immediate family, extended family, friends) all day, and I just really felt like it was a special time!

So, that was my Christmas 2014. I really hope all of you had an awesome Christmas spent with family and friends, and didn't forget the true meaning of it all!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Christmas Movie Favorites

Heeeyyy!

Christmas is only 2 days away!!!!!!I'm so excited!

I uploaded a Christmas Playlist post on Saturday to get you all in the Christmas spirit, so today, I thought I would share some of my favorite Christmas movies to also get you in the Christmas spirit!

1. Home Alone: This is probably the Christmas movie that's watched the most at our house. It's my Dad's favorite Christmas movie. He usually watches it every year, so we like watching it with him. It's such a cute movie!

2. Christmas with The Kranks: I actually watched this movie a couple days ago with my Mom and my aunt. I think it's funny how the movie goes with their whole not-celebrating-Christmas thing (if you watch it you know what I mean)!

3. The Santa Clause movies: I really like these movies, but I usually don't watch all 3 of them in a row (unless it's an ABC Family marathon. lol). The thing I like the most about these movies is how they keep the same Charlie throughout all 3 movies, and you see him all grown up in the 3rd one (you know how they try to switch out characters, and think we don't notice)!

4. The Ultimate Christmas Present: Okay, I know the events in this movie most likely wouldn't happen, but I think it's so cute! 

5. A Christmas Story: I can count the number of times I've watched this movie, but like all of the other ones I mentioned it's just a cute movie! My favorite scene is the part when his tongue gets stuck to the pole! Lol.

And a movie favorite that I can't believe I forgot to include:

6. Merry Christmas Drake and Josh: Drake and Josh was one of my favorite shows, so naturally, the movie was a favorite of mine. I really liked the whole theme of the movie!

So, those are some of my favorite Christmas movies!

I hope you enjoyed it!

And if you haven't watched any one of these movies, I definitely recommend them all!

Thank You!

Stay True. Be You,

Itunu

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Christmastime Playlist

Christmas time is almost here! It's less than a week away, you guys!!!!!!

One thing I love to do during this time of year is listen to some festive music to match all the festivities!

So without further ado, I present to you, My Christmastime Playlist!

1. The Complete Justin Bieber Christmas Album: Okay, so I'm not the biggest JB fan at the moment, this is, by far, the best Christmas album I've ever listened to. It came out when I was a pretty big fan; my whole family was, really (except my Dad who insisted he had never heard of Justin Bieber. Yeah, right.). But anyway, I really like this album because every song is enjoyable, even the slow ones. It's not like other albums where one song is your "jam," and then you have no idea what the song after that is because you always skip over it. (You know what I'm talking about.)  

2. Kirk Franklin Christmas Album: My Mom used to play this CD when we were younger, and I really liked all of the songs too! But we haven't listened to it in years, so I might ask my Mom to bring it back out this Christmas!

3. Aly & AJ - Greatest Time of Year: Throwback to the first year my family ever had cable (meaning Disney Channel. Lol.). Around Christmastime, this song would play all the time. It used to be one of my favorite Christmas songs!

4. Toby Mac - Christmas This Year: I heard this song on the radio a couple of years ago, and I've really liked it ever since! Ir has such a fun beat to it! It's catchy!

5. Joy to the World: This is a Christmas classic! I like this one that Cimorelli sang!

Well, those are some of my favorite Christmas songs!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Pinspiration: Christmas Edition!

Hey Peeps!

Before I get into today's post I just wanted to mention some things that I had in the posts I deleted. So everything in the fancy parentheses right here is from a blog post from last week Friday, in case you didn't catch it while it was up!

{Welp, I can gladly say I made it through my first semester of college! I'm not sure what all of my grades are yet, but on Wednesday, my U.S. History posted the grades for that class, and I got an A! My last final was yesterday, so I got to come home last night! I'm so happy to be back home with non-dining hall food, great wifi, and no one jumping up and down above my dorm room ceiling. I'm, by no means, complaining about college. I actually really like it, but it's just nice to be home for 3 weeks!

P.S. Let me know if you wanna see a First Semester of College Recap!}

So, for today's post I had planned on doing a few Christmas DIYs to show to you guys, but honestly, I had no idea what to do! I know Pinterest has tons of DIYs, but I kinda wanted mine to be original. I even bought some DIY-type things from Target a few weeks ago, but I don't know what to do with them!
So, I decided to scroll through Pinterest and pick some of my favorite Christmas-y pins!

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And, of course we can't forget what Christmas is all about...

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So, those are my some of my favorite pins from my Pinterest board The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

I hope you enjoyed it!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Christmas Gift Guide 2014 :)

Hey Peeps!

So, you may or may not have noticed that about 3 of my blog posts magically disappeared. Well, they didn't magically disappear. I took them off, because if you aw them, you know they were Christmas gift guides for Mom, Dad, and Sisters. I had planned on posting Christmas gift guides for Brothers, Pets, Besties, and Boyfriends, but I just felt a check inside of me (if that makes any sense), and I didn't feel right dedicating 7 whole posts to gift guides (8 if you're counting the stocking stuffers post). 

So, I deleted the 3 Christmas gift guides that I already had up, and I had already made most of the remaining ones on Polyvore, but I deleted those too, and decided to make just 1 post giving you 3 ideas for each person. (The associate pastor at my Church said that he and his wife get their daughters 3 gifts because wise men brought Jesus 3 gifts! Makes sense, doesn't it?!?)

I put the gifts for each person in sections, so the one with the cute scarf is for moms, the other one on the top is for dads, the one below that is for sisters, and yes, that is a tea set (it's for the little ones, okay!), the one next to that with the awesome macaroon socks are for besties, the one next to that is for brothers, the one below that is for pets, specifically dogs (sorry if you have something other than a dog...), and the one next to that is for boyfriends (for both guy friends, and lovely dovey boyfriends). Of course you can switch around what you get for each person, but, like, don't get your dog  Marc Jacobs lip color or a watch, cause that would be weird...

So, I don't really have anything to say about these items except that I picked them because they're really nice and affordable, and they're gifts I would definitely get for my family!

If you wanna get the full deets about all of these items, you can head on over to my Polyvore page!

Oh, yeah. I'm really sorry I didn't upload yesterday. I was basically out of the house all day, so I had time to make the Polyvore set, but I didn't have time to upload it on my blog, so sorry about that!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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Christmas Tag!

Hey Everyone!

Today, I had planned on doing a finals related post, but then Allie tagged me to do the Christmas tag, so I thought, why not? Who wants to hear about finals anyway, am I right?

So, yeah, today I'm gonna be doing the Christmas tag!

1. What's your favorite Christmas movie?

~This is actually kinda hard. I really like the Santa Claus movies, but I  also really like Home Alone, so yeah, I guess it's between those two!

2. Do you open presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas day?

~I feel like we've opened them on Christmas Eve at least once, because I remember it being dark outside - signaling the night time... 

and there was wrapping paper literally everywhere. So, I guess we have done it before, or maybe it was at like 12am on Christmas Day. But now we open them on Christmas morning.

3. Do you have a favorite Christmas memory?

~It was probably that same Christmas I mentioned in the question before. I got something that up till this day, is still one of my favorite gifts (keep on reading, friends.)

4. What's your favorite festive food?

~Can it be a drink? Because mine is eggnog! I tasted it for the first time about 2 years ago, and I was like, "Where have you been all my life?!?"

5. Favorite gift?

~Yay! You kept on reading! So, my favorite gift is definitely my Powerpuff Girl (Why was there a red line under Powerpuff? Why is that word not in the dictionary???) diary that I got when I was like 7! It was awesome! It had a lock and a key and everything! But, I don't use it anymore... it was cute, so I'm gonna start using it!

6. Favorite Christmas scent?
~Gingerbread, maybe, or cinnamon, but I like the pine-y smell too! Oooo, and the minty candy cane smell!

One of my diys from last year :)

7. Do you have any Christmas Eve traditions?
~We usually go to Church in the evening for the candlelight service, and we'll usually watch a movie or something until 12, but at least one of us has fallen asleep by then!

8. What tops your tree?
~We have a star and an angel, but we use the star most of the time.

9. As a kid, what was the one crazy, extravagant gift that you always asked for, but never received?
~My story's kinda similar to Allie's, but in 7th grade, I really wanted the iPod touch, but I didn't get it that year, so I just moved on. I don't think I even asked for it again. Lol

10. What's the best part of Christmas for you?
~Being able to spend time with my family and reading the story of Jesus' birth with my family, and eating, and I'm not gonna lie, opening presents is pretty exciting too (but that's not what Christmas is about, remember that!)...

So, I guess I should tag people now.

I tag Cathleen, Alana, Kierra, and Meredith!
If I didn't tag you in this one, you're still welcome to do the Christmas tag, or you can tell me the answers to your favorite questions in the comments, or you can do both!

Thank You!
Stay True, Be You,
Itunu

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Christmas Gift Guide 2014: Stocking Stuffers (Gals and Guys)

Hi pretty people!

Well, can ya believe it's December? That's crazy! The year went by so quickly, and now we're in December aka Christmas season, the most wonderful time of the year - in my opinion.

Since we're finally in December, I thought I would begin my Christmas series today (I'm currently working on a title...)!

I'm not sure exactly how I'm gonna set this up - whether I'll do a full gift guide all at once, or whether I'll split them up into separate categories (Mom, Dad, sisters, brothers, pets, etc.). I'm thinking about splitting them into separate posts based on their categories, but posting them all on the same day so you can pick and choose which posts you want to read. And it will most likely be up later next week aka after finals, so look out for that!

Today, I thought I would start off with the basics: stocking stuffers!

P.S. I only have the gals' stocking stuffers because my computer was angry at me, so it was taking its time, and I really need to go to bed. Hopefully, I'll be able to upload the guys' stocking stuffers tomorrow, latest Thursday!

I chose all of these lovely things because: 

1. they're each $10 and under (yes, even the makeup set and eye-shadow palette)

2. they really helpful/essential

3. they're cute!

At first, when I went back to look at this, I felt like these stocking stuffers were targeted more towards teenage girls and young adults, but then I realize that there are some things on her that mom's would like. Like, although my Mom most likely wouldn't wear sparkly nail polish, she would use the compact mirror and the lotion and the notebook and the lip set and the mani-pedi set, and maybe even the cute little owl lip balm, and I'm rambling... 

Some other things you could include your mom's stocking are mini candles, mini perfume, chocolates, a cute pair of gloves, a scarf, a minimerency kit, and a whole lot of other things!

Now, on to the guys' stocking stuffers!

These are just basic things, and of course, you can't forget the Christmas DVDs! I also included some cool cups or tumblers or whatever you wanna call them. I think the one with the red twirly thing would be great for a little dude; it looks so fun and kid-friendly!

I hope this gave you ideas on what to put in your stockings! If you wanna find out where to get these items and for how much (all of them are less than $10!), check out my Polyvore. Just click on the set you want to see, and it will give you all of the prices! 

Also, if you have any other suggestions for stocking stuffers, let me know in the comments!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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5 Ways You Can Help Others this Christmas

Hello, Beauts!!!!!! 

(that's what I'm gonna start calling you guys! Beauts.)

Thanksgiving 2014 has passed, and up next is Christmas!!!!!!

Christmas is my favorite holiday, so I'm really excited.
Christmas trees, lights and decorations, hot chocolate, candy cane, eggnog, reading about the true meaning of Christmas with my family - Bah! I'm so excited!

Thinking about all of these things, the traditions of Christmas, makes me feel for those in need, those who don't have homes or don't have food to eat.
But, there are ways we can help them, especially during the holiday season. Here are some ideas, but first some verses and inspirational quotes to inspire you:

1. Help out at a local food shelter: The number of food shelters out there are many, so there should be at least 1 in your state. And it's actually a lot of fun. It's so nice to see the expression on these peoples faces, people who haven't eaten in days. It's really a great experience!

2. Donate clothing: If you have clothes that you don't wear anymore, and that you would like to give, donate them! If you feel comfortable going downtown, and actually handing coats out to people, then definitely go for it.

3. Visit a children's hospital: I know children in hospitals aren't necessarily less fortunate than us financially, but in other ways, they really are. They're in the hospital because they;re sick or hurt, and Christmas is a really hard time for them especially if they're not able to go home. Visiting them in the hospital, and maybe taking a gift (or perhaps whip out your guitar and sing for them!) to them is sure to bring a smile to their faces!
Note: You can do the same with a nursing home!

4. Make care packages for soldiers: You and your friends are always together, so stay together and make care packages for soldiers who won't be able to be with their families this Christmas. Include simple things like lip balm, sunscreen. Check out this post on veteransunited.com on What Deployed Troops Really Want In Their Care Packages. And of course, don't forget to write a thank you note, telling them how thankful you are for their service.

5. Plan your own food drive: Start a fundraiser, go out and by canned goods, and start your own food drive! Check out how a blogger did it!

I hope this gave you a few ideas on how you can help others this Christmas!
If you have any other ideas, let me know!
Thank You!
Stay True, Be You,
Itunu
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Thanksgiving 2014

Heeeeeyyy!

How was your Thanksgiving?

Did you eat a lot of food? Turkey, potatoes, salad, apple pie?!?

I ate all of the above, so I'm a pretty happy girl!

But, anyway, in today's post, I thought I would share with you what my family and I did yesterday for Thanksgiving!

P.S. I kinda sorta forgot to include all you beautiful people when I shared what I was thankful for the other day, but that doesn't mean I don't love and appreciate you guys. You guys are awesome! (And I added it to the What I"m Thankful For... post, so...)

Every year (well, since last year) we go to my church on Thanksgiving morning. We pack up food that our fellow churchees (that means church people) have cooked and brought in. Then, we load it up in the trucks - well we don't do that, but I guess other people do, people with more body mass...

And we go out into neighborhoods that are less fortunate, and serve them with yummy food and positivity (wow, that was really lame)

It's always a lot of fun, and great bonding time with great church people.

After we finished, we went to Walmart to get breakfast stuff (#procrastinationstation), then we dropped by a family friend's house before going home. We got home around 12, and my family isn't the kind of family that can eat breakfast at 8AM (it usually messes with our stomachs; it's too early!), so we hadn't eaten yet. 

So, of course we made breakfast first, and watched the encore Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (family tradition!) and by the time we got started on the turkey, it was too late to pair it with dinner, which was already cooking.

But, it was okay to us because dinner was delicious, and dessert was great too! And we included the finish turkey in our dinner tonight, and it was delicioso!

We enjoyed Thanksgiving Day football (Seahawks vs. 49ers) and we ended the night with the Tonight Show and Jimmy Fallon's Thanksgiving edition of Thank You notes before discussing our plans for Black Friday (there's that procrastination again), and going to bed.

Oh, and Black Friday was pretty cool and calm, and chill and yeah... sounds like the furthest scene from Black Friday, I know, but we didn't go to the mall, we went to regular stores near where we live. So, I guess we avoided all the chaos of the mall. 
Thank you Lord.

But anyway, that was my Thanksgiving Day 2014 experience. I had a great time with my family! I hope you enjoyed your's too!

Thank You!

Stay True, Be You,

Itunu

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What I'm Thankful For...

Hey everyone!!!!!!!! 
Thanksgiving is tomorrow! I'm so excited!
As I said in yesterday's post, today, I'm gonna be sharing some of the things I'm thankful for!
I hope you enjoy it!

At first, I thought I would use this kid-like place mat as the background for this blog post because it was cute. But thinking about it, this place mat fits Thanksgiving so well because kids give thanks for the smallest things. Have you ever sat with a child when they're 

1. Praying for their food

2. Praying when they're going to bed

3. Just praying, in general?

(I'm pretty sure my sisters and I did this as children too!)

Let's just say you have to be VERY patient with them during this time.

But it's so cool because children are so thankful for the smallest things, and that's really how everyone - children and adults - should be in our everyday lives.

But, anyway, just a little lesson of the day for you.\

On to What I'm Thankful For...

The typical things we sometimes take for granted:
~My Family (including my dog, Max!)

~Our house and cars

~An education
~God and His amazing Word
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~the ability to know God and have faith, hope, and trust in Him
~God's protection
~Good health for me and my Family

~clothes, shoes, etc.
~ All of you lovely blog readers. Hehe. I love you guys!

And then, there's the random things that you wouldn't really think about:

~my comfy socks

~cheesecake (and food in general)

~experiences that have taught me to be stronger
~music
~Christmas trees! (a real tree is going up in the Aromolaran house very soon! It's our first live tree!)

So, those are just some of the things I'm grateful for.
Tell me, what are you thankful for?

Thank You!
Stay True, Be You,
And I hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving!!!!!!!!!
Itunu

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