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Category: Portraits of Life – Seeing God in All
I have discovered a new and exciting hobby of taking photos and sharing God’s Words as they inspire me to be in complete “AWE” of how great our God is! I hope you enjoy the photos.
Today marked Day Two of Pledge the Pink 3 Days/ 30 Miles. The walk today was in beautiful Habersham, S. C. I was able to take a few pictures of the beauty in the area, I hope you enjoy the pictures.
Start/Finish LineHere’s my amazing friends doing this event with me!
Great news Alicia ran the last 9 miles today and achieved a new personal record! Yay!
Congratulations to Alicia, Margaret, Michelle and Nancy for completing the 10 miles!! I was only able to make it 5 miles today due to severe blistering on both my feet.
Golf Cart Contest
Team Boo Bees 🐝 Bee HiveTeam Boo Bees 🦩🦩 Fancy the Flamingo
We all had fun decorating and spending time with one another. We have an amazing team and lots of ingenuity. Can’t wait until next year to up our game!
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
— Galatians 6:9 —
~Charlotte, Seeker of unexpected Comfort, Happiness, Joy and Patience.
Today was Day One of walking 10 miles a day at Pledge the Pink. I am so thankful to be able to participate and I am grateful to Margaret and Alicia keeping me going. It was a surprise to me just how emotional it was to cross the finish line under the 4 hours.
Photo Credit: Me Right After Crossing the Finish Line
My team is called, Team Boo Bees and below are pictures of our cancer survivors and team members.
— Cancer Survivors —
Team Boo Bees Hat Contest
2022 Hat Contest Winner
Nancy Shaw from Team Boo Bees
This event is super special and this weekend I am so grateful to spent time with friends, new and those that have lived me for many years.
Tonight’s events: Drag Queen Bingo
Photo Credit: Me Pledge the Pink 2022 My friend Greg in Drag for a Cause
Photo Credit: Me Drag Queen Bingo
Photo Credit: Me Hunting Island State Park, S.C.
Thank you to everyone who has supported me and Pledge The Pink. THANK YOU!!!!
Me and Fancy hanging out and decorating our house to Pledge the Pink. Looking forward to the next 3 days/30miles with my friends (new and old), walking for awareness, prevention, research and a cure for cancer. I’m grateful to be a part of such an amazing group but even more special, an awesome team supporting this great cause, Team Boo Bees!
Photo Credit: Me House Decorations Fripp Island, S.C
A special “thank you” to my friend Stacey Sanders for her amazing embroidery work on my hats for this event. She did an amazing job and I’ve received so many compliments on them. You can check her work out at: https://peekawhoo.com/
Graphics: Stacey Sanders
Graphics: Stacey Sanders
Today’s events were meeting and greeting; hat decorating, team pictures and team dinner!
We also were visited by On Fire for a Cure – Pinkie
On Fire For A Cure is the Pink fire truck that will be joining Pinkie to Fripp! Thankful to Jeanne for helping coordinate getting this set up between 2 agencies, the military, and PTP. To clarify any Survivors can sign the truck! This all began after speaking with Laura and jeanne about wanting to get the fire truck following last years event. Happy that the 174th MAC has agreed to make it happen by hauling them down!
Tomorrow is our 1st walk. I’ll try to post more pictures. Thank you to everyone for your support. I am grateful to be a part of this amazing group.
I would like to first say THANK YOU to some very special individuals that contributed to my donation page in support of Team Boo Bees and Pledge the Pink Foundation. Our goal is to raise money and awareness for breast cancer prevention, treatment and research for a cure.
Thank you each, I will try to be worthy of your support. I have many others who are supporting me through prayers and I am so appreciative of those individual prayer warriors. God has given each of us gifts and it is in how we use them that brings glory to God. Whether through your time, your talents or your financial support they are all equally important and cherished by me.
3 Days – 30 Miles
Let’s Kick Some Cancer BUTT!
“Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” ~James 1:17~
~Charlotte, Seeker of unexpected Comfort, Happiness, Joy and Patience.
Hello friends, I had an opportunity to spend some time out in nature this past week and captured some (my opinion) beautiful fall colors. I hope you enjoy the short video.
I give thanks to God for His handiworks.
“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” ~Psalm 19:1~
Photo Credit: Me October 12th, 2022 Sodalis Nature Park
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” ~Ephesians 2:10~
Thank you for stopping by my blog! I love having visitors!
Photo Credit: Me Terre Haute, IN
~Charlotte, Seeker of unexpected Comfort, Happiness, Joy and Patience.
Photo Credit: Me October 6th, 2022 Centennial Cemetery Yeddo, IN
Hello friends, these words came to me today as I was contemplating life, my life and it’s composition. I was raised in a rural area of Indiana with loving parents. I have a baby brother, who’s no longer a baby and has grown into a good man, husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. The older I get the more I appreciate him. I was fortunate to grow up with many aunts, uncles, cousins and even second cousins. I experienced life in a community were I was not fearful of playing outside even into the twilight. I loved riding my bike and playing in the yard, as the neighborhood kids would also do. As I write this, it sounds even a bit “hokey” to me, but it’s all true. I have found as I age the hurts of youth soften, not go away but I also do not allow them to steal precious time from me any longer. Looking through the lens of maturing eyes gives me perspective, for all the wrongs that I have received, and those I have given. Wisdom of age, nothing is fair and will never be so. Pinned up anger can only rob us of joys, current and unseen. It is true, the slogan “Just Be Kind.” It costs you nothing to give and you might just get something more precious in return.
As I sit and pondering all the bitterness, brokenness and wrongs that have befallen to me, I have a choice…allow myself to become engulfed with rage and resentment or I can look at what I have gained from each experience I have endured. Whether you put much thought into the cultural thoughts around the world, how can one deny that without pain, how would one know joy? Life is balance, it can be represented in all areas of living; too much of one thing can throw off balance. Sleep and waking; nutritious food and yummy foods, play and work, study and knowledge, etc.
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Balanced living means considering all aspects of your life: relationships, work, fitness and health, and emotional well-being.
We all get bogged down with work and family responsibilities from time to time, but making time for yourself is necessary so that you can keep up with all your responsibilities. All batteries get run down, even yours. So recharge your body physically and mentally and make the commitment to enjoy some “you time” every day.
Photo Credit: Me August 27th, 2015 Mooresville, IN
I guess what I’m trying to convey is life can be what you want it to be. I’m not saying our choices will be without challenges or disappointments but they can be, indeed BE exactly what we want, need and desire. A friend of mine taught me in times of uncertainty, “Trust The Plan” she helped me see that our Creator knows us and knows what’s best for us and we need only trust in Him.
Photo Credit: Me October 5th, 2022 Terre Haute, IN
Thank you for dropping in today to visit my blog. You are always welcome! 🍁🌾🍂🌻🧡
~Charlotte, Seeker of unexpected Comfort, Happiness, Joy and Patience.
*Note: This book has been printed with numerous covers over the years. This one is from Audible.
Tuesday, October 11th, 2022
Hello friends, I have just finished reading C.S.Lewis’ book, “Till We Have Faces.” It was a book filled with “all the feels” to say it contains all the elements of a great book, well that would be an understatement. I am always astonished at the mastery of C.S.Lewis’ writings, he can transport a person to far away lands or even out into the universe, and all the while keeping our feet planted firmly where we stand. Not only does Lewis do this…He always brings into focus and draws the reader into the knowledge of God. His writings weave together the things of earth and of God. His unique ability to write for children and adult alike are so rare and beautiful.
After I had finished reading the book, “Till We Have Faces.” I read a few reviews and found one that summarized the story best written by Fr. Richard Conlin. I have posted a link below for you to read as well. Maybe it will interest you to read the book as well. No matter our ages, reading a fantasy fairytale is good for oneself.
Thank you for visiting my blog today, it brings joy to my heart. I hope you have found something new or interesting during your visit. I am blessed by you and you are a blessing to others. Just Be Kind 💛🍁🌾🍂🌻
Photo Credit: Me October 6th, 2022 Centennial Cemetery Yeddo, IN
~Charlotte, Seeker of unexpected Comfort, Happiness, Joy and Patience.
I am a newbie to Pledge the Pink (2022). I am part of an extraordinary group of women who are passionate about beating cancer. My team is called, Team Boo Bees. We are raising money for cancer awareness, prevention and research. Our team goal is to raise $20,000 and my personal goal is $2,000. Every little bit helps, prayers are always welcomed. I will be traveling to Fripp Island, SC in October to participate in a three day event: 3 Days/30 Miles. If you are interested in making a donation I will provide a link below. I will also provide information about the foundation.
This is Fancy.
What is Pledge the Pink?
Pledge the Pink Foundation is a nonprofit public charity dedicated to funding breast cancer screening, treatment, outreach and research. We provide funding for free mammograms, medical assistance, and outreach services to the people who need it most and too often are lost in a system of endless paperwork.
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