Liebstering

A.S. (Ante Scriptum)

As I was in the midst of writing this post, something truly exciting happened----and yes, it's important enough to go ahead of a tag. 

as strangely green as this comes across as......

WE GOT SNOW!!!!!!

And there's one chica in particular who's absolutely excited that she saw a snowflake or two this year! :D 

Ahem. Let the games begin! ;)

Liebster is German and means sweetest, kindest, nicest, dearest, beloved, lovely, kind, pleasant, valued, cute, endearing, and welcome.

The way this goes, The Awarded states 11 random facts about themselves, answers 11 random questions (asked by the one the award came from) and then 11 more random questions on to 11 more bloggers that have 200 or fewer followers.

Ok, so 11 facts---random ones, to be exact. Erm.....

Uno: Holding my new passport today, I feel even more keenly the wanderlust that runs rampant through my veins.
Zwei: I'm finding alot of pleasure in reading the British mysteries Dead As A Scone and The Final Crumpet. They are light reading, set in England, funny, and I'm a sucker for any mystery story.
Tres: I've learned to block out the bass drum, distorted guitar, and tambourine noises coming from the other side of the wall while watching a movie. Know what's even more impressive? I've watched (and been able to get engrossed in) the majority of Downton Abbey while doing the said exercise. ;P
Four: I'm getting excited about planning 2013 on Two's Company with Rachel, and seeing what inspiring brain childs(ren?) we can produce.
Funf: I worked on a Mac for the first real time last week all week long. I can now see the pros of being able to drag practically any file ,image, or doo-dad in and out of every program on there. ;)
Seis: For some reason I'm in possession of at least 4 different full bottles of B&BW lotions. Warm Vanilla and Brown Sugar, Strawberry Sparkler, Lemon Vanilla, and Pomegranate Citrus. (see? that was *random*)
Septem: I love singing Michael Buble's Everything in a man voice.
Huite: We've had so many "misty, moisty mornings" recently they're all blending together in one wet strip of fog in my brain. >.<
Nein: It's pretty outrageous how long these tags can take me. 
Diez: One of the reasons may be because I've abandoned my morning joe and my brain is rebelling. 
Undecim: I'm determined to read more books in 2013, and specifically, more non-fiction. :)

1. What color eyes are dreamiest?

For guys or girls? :P I would think a dark brown or a brilliant blue.

2. Do you knit, crochet, or do anything remotely crafty? (And if you do, can you give me some lessons? ;)

I know how to knit, crochet, and sew a bit. I'm more inclined towards card-making/paper crafting, but having the others skills come in real handy during the holidays. ;) And sure, Casey! Come over sometime and I could teach you! :D

3. What is your favorite album, and your favorite thing to be doing while you listen to it?

Criminitley. I don't know if I can pick *one* album! But recently I have been loving The Struggle by Tenth Ave North. And it seems like I'm always in the kitchen when listening to it. :P

4. Do you prefer clean-shaven men? or bearded?

Depends......clean shaven at least til they're like in their twenties. And from there, I'd say I prefer the scruffy/goatee look rather than all-out beards.

5. Do you have any weird phobias?

I don't like slugs and caterpillars. I blame it on a childhood experience.

6. If you had to be stuck with one pair of shoes for the rest of your life, what would they be/look like? (and don't you dare describe something practical that won't kill your feet!)

It would be a bright bold color (blue, yellow, red?) , probably have either wedge or heels, open-toed and comfy.

7. Sweaters, or sweatshirts?

If I had either, I'd go with the sweatshirts.

8. Are you a visual learner, or an auditory learner?

...my preference is visual, though I suppose I'm ok with auditory learning.

9. If you could be besties or mentored by anyone ever (includes fictional characters), who would it be?

Besties? C.S. Lewis, Julie Andrews, Mary Crawley or the Dowager Countess, (for entertainment's sake) or....

10. Do you prefer writing pen-and-paper style, or typing?

My mood effects that. If it was a personal correspondence, I'd say hand-written, but if it was a school-ish  something or project, I go with the modern convenience of typing.

11. Describe your best friend

Well I don't think I'll pick one to go gushy over, but any of my *real* good friends will have a very good sense of humor, love the Lord whole-heartedly, be kind and friendly, and must have a lot of patience if they're dealing with moi. :D

Okay, next I'm supposed to make up 11 new questions for the bloggers I will be tagging:
11. What color are your toe-nails as you type?
10. If you were plopped into one book which would you be in, and which character?
9. What sort of fad are you (or your family) going through? (i.e., Broadway Les Mis, Downton Abbey, Silly Bandz, etc. ;)
8. What Disney princess are you most like?
7. What is your at-home-wear in general?
6. What key on your keyboard is most used?
5. Do you go by a pen-name, and if so, how did you come upon it?
4. Nautical or Cottage decor?
3. Hot or cold beverages?
2. What exotic food would you like to try?
1. Tell me 3 of your hardest-to-spell words.

Okay, that was fun! Now to tag........

1. Katie @ Stay in Focus Photography

2. Jo @ Scraps From My Workbasket

3. Nana @ BTW

4. Kelsey @ Second Oldest of Nine

5.Matthew @ A Simple Glimpse

6.Wyatt @ What My Mind Does

7. Anne @ Homeschool on the Croft

8. Susannah @ Life's too short not to wear red shoes

9. Bree @ Tea and Bree

10. Julia @  Julia's Journal

11. Jill @ Joodles Doodles 

Alright! I think I'm set now. :)
xoxo
Sarah

Autumn Allure Fashion Event!

Calling all girls! 

Rachel is hosting an Autumn Allure Modest Fashion Event starting today and running through the end of September on her blog: A Butcher, a Baker, a Candlestick Maker. Run over, check it out, take the button-thing, and tell everyone you know about it! We want as many girls as possible to participate! There will be guest posts, posts on how to dress cute on a budget, My Style, choosing the right clothes for you, and more! So stop on by and check it out! And if you plan on participating, leave a comment and tell us so. :)

♫Nothin could be finer than to be in Carolina in the mor--or-ornin'!♪

On Saturday Rachel and I accompanied Daniel down the well-traveled roads leading to the Taylor's house. :) I always have a good time on road trips with these guys. 

We had fun hanging out, singing, and going over to the pool for a nice swim. 

Then on Sunday, after church and some chilling time, we went over to one of the Taylor's neighbor's houses for a picnic for Sam and Anna!

Having a great time with friends:

Rach and Goldberry

Mr. Taylor

More of the wonderful NC people!

What made the picnic truly Southern was the pecan pie and sweet tea. ;)

This was taken by me bird-watching from a distance. ;)

Then Molly, Anna, Jenn and I took the little boys on the trampoline. :)

Anna and David--aw!!

Jenn with Rufus. 

Zach is my little buddy. :)

Molly with her little big nephew!

It was a very wonderful weekend and I used Daniel's phone there near the end to snap some pictures, and I thought you guys might like to see what we've been up to. :)

Avast thar! Be ye friend or foe?

Yesterday Daniel, Rachel, Abigail T., and I trooped over to a harbor close by to check out this event called Harbor Fest/OperationSail. There were around 51 ships, both naval and tall ships, that were docked in a strip of 3 1/2 miles long! We had a great time and Rachel got to do some hands on researching for a certain writing project in the works. :) Here are some of the pictures I was able to take before my battery died:

I think this was the same one that fired twice and scared the wits out of us!

Some of the crew aboard the Cuauhtemoc.

A Mexican sailor at the wheel.

Daniel was a bit disturbed by the deepness of the water we were inches away from

This hammocks were rawther comfortable!

Sailor's knots were abounding....

See? Told ya.

A straight-up shot

Ropes galore!

Rachel was very excited and impressed that this one carried a "moon raker". (the toppest sail a ship can have)

Very pumped up researcher person. ;)

I loved all the tons of masts, flags, and pennants!

This was a neat shot. :)

my life in pins :)

Piles of letter I thought I'd sent cluttering our kitchen bar...sing ho for stamp shortages! :P

Broccoli-cheddar soup...tonight's dinner.

Sending Daniel off to iGovern East for ten days.

Laughing over "Taylor the Latte-Boy" (by Kristen Chenoweth) with Daniel

Pretend shoe-shopping at the mall when one hasn't any money...

Mooching Trident Original gum off of Benj...

Reading...rather a lot. Rather pleasantly much, if you ask me.

So what has your week looked like?