March 26, 2014

EVERYDAY MOMENTS WITH LOVELY DOES IT.

Note: I am so excited about today's post. I've got the third guest post for this new-ish series of mine and I'm telling you, this has been such a blessing to be a part of! I don't really consider myself a part of this guest post series since I'm not sharing my heart, but I am truly honored to have each of you here. That said, I'm pleased to introduce today's blogger!

Hi, my name is Amy- and I am the writer over at the blog, Lovely Does It. I am so happy to be joining in today on In Its Time! Kiki is such a sweet and talented woman, that I have enjoyed getting to know a bit through blogging.

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I am totally loving this "Everyday Moments" series that Kiki is doing! So fun to read about different things that make everyday, ordinary moments...special.

I find myself treasuring the things in my life that have been constants for me. In my young life- I have done a fair bit of traveling and moving by myself. I have lived in 3 different states and in Uganda- and now Alaska since high school. So anything in my life that is consistent and something I enjoy, I hold on to!

Walking is one of those things- it may sound simple- but the joy of breathing fresh air, smelling the outdoors, and taking a moment to get perspective in my day, is such a joy.

Whether I was walking around a city park or quiet neighborhood in Wisconsin, a trail by the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri, the dirt and gravel roads of Nebraska, the crowded red roads of Uganda, or the quiet trails or loud runways in Alaska.....there is beauty in each of these places.

Even though walking is great exercise, it's also very relaxing. Being outside just seems to be good for the soul. I love to listen to music while I walk, or talk to a friend, or to just be quiet and listen to the sounds of nature and pray. I have had some of the sweetest times of worship during my morning walks.

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It's all about the simple things in life...the things that bring joy in the midst of a chaotic, or stressful week. It's finding those moments and hanging on!

Hope today you are finding joy in the simple things, and making each of your everyday moments count!

~Amy


14 comments

  1. i love Amy and her blog!!! this is such a great everyday moment, too! walks really help me to feel relaxed and alive at the same time. walks have this way of bringing joy to my heart and quieting my soul. :) love all your pictures! neat idea!!

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    1. How could you not like Amy? She is so sweet and I've loved getting to know her better, too. :) And I'm with you on the walking thing, I looove taking walks, whether they're by myself, with a friend/family member, or with my dog, too.

      p.s. So excited to share yours, Robyn!

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  2. Woo hoo! I love this girl and her blog! Great guest post Amy! (Virtual high five)

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    1. Same!!! Amy is such a sweet soul and so encouraging and joyful, too! :)

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  3. Kiki, thanks so much for letting me be apart! And Robyn, Danica, you girls are too sweet!
    I love this series, I think it's so good to challenge one another to find joy in the little stuff!

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    1. Thank YOU so much for being a part of it, Amy! This guestposting series has been so much fun to host and it's also so fun to get to know each of you, too! :)

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  4. What fun pictures of your walks!!! I enjoy walking too. One of the first things that I do wherever I go is find a "path" or two to take on my walks. Your post made me realize this about myself and also that for every place that is special to me, I have memories of the walks that I took while I was there! :)

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    1. Same! I used to think walking was really boring, but it really has been a favorite past time of mine. It's not only a great chance to think (or talk) but a great way to get some fresh air and enjoy God's creation, too! :)

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  5. loving this series!
    I almost done with my post, i will send it to you this weekend!

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    1. Yay! I cannot wait to read/post yours! :)

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  6. Loving the idea of morning walks! Such great moments to capture and reflect!

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    1. Me, too! I usually just do an after-work walk or run, but I love the idea of starting out the day with reflection and some time to enjoy the outdoors, too! :)

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  7. Love those pictures! Especially the ones of her and her man. Precious. :)

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    1. Same! I love the 'from where I stand' kinds of photos, they're so much fun and as a shoe-lover, even more fun to discover cute shoes, too! :)

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