Cup of Thoughts

Here is one of my holiday updos!  Dutch braids wrapped loosely around her bottom and a cute volumized middle parting, finished off with a delicate little bow on top! ♡Anna         

"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Matthew 5:8 Do you ever feel like your on pause? Like there's something happening all around you but you can't see it? Recently a friend mentioned something that stuck with me. She made the reference to Peter denying Jesus. Even though Jesus' disciple sinned against Him three different times during the crucifiction, what happened to Peter 50 days later? Did Peter stay hidden and scared for his life? Was he trampled on by the enemy? Or did he become stronger and braver as a voice for the Lord? (see here the day of Pentecost) “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden." Matthew 5:14 I think we as believers forget after we get stuck in a rut, that we can come out of it much stronger than before. I am as guilty as anyone when it comes to being caught up in the moton of things. But God reminded me this week that we don't have to be that way. Foc

I got the privilege to do some dance hairstyles! For the first style, we chose to do an updo with a side braid sweeping back towards the bun. To keep it balanced, I added a small twisted braid on the opposite side.  The last style was simply curly. ♡Anna

“God doesn’t expect us to be perfect women or perfect missionaries. Rather, He wants us to learn to lean upon Him more, to let Him be our help during those stormy blasts.”  Summary (inserted from Goodreads) :  Priscilla White knows she'll never be a wife or mother and feels God's call to the mission field in India. Dr. Eli Ernest is back from Oregon Country only long enough to raise awareness of missions to the natives before heading out West once more. But then Priscilla and Eli both receive news from the mission board: No longer will they send unmarried men and women into the field. Left scrambling for options, the two realize the other might be the answer to their needs. Priscilla and Eli agree to a partnership, a marriage in name only that will allow them to follow God's leading into the mission field. But as they journey west, this decision will be tested by the hardships of the trip and by the unexpected turnings of their hearts. Thoughts: This book captivate

Last year I came up with a dozen watercolor designs for friends and family's Christmas presents. Afterwards, almost everyone wanted my tags to use for their gifts as well! This year I came prepared! Here is a link to my Etsy shop where you can purchase your very own Christmas tags, designed by yours truly! Tags are assorted and chosen at random. However, if there is a specific design you would like to make sure you notify me ! ♡ Anna

Dutch braids are the opposite of a french braid. Instead of taking the strands over, like you would normally do in a french braid, you take the strands under the middle strand as you braid. It's hard to explain, but there are countless Youtube videos to help! And of course the best thing you can do is practice.     Here you can see I gathered the pigtails together into a bun at the base of her neck. Which ended up really elegant looking. Hope you liked the hairstyle! ♡ Anna

Christmas is here! I'm sure you've already started shopping for gifts, but here are a few things that you don't want to miss out on! These are my selected gifts for Her under $20. 1. Fuzzy Socks   2. Chunky Scarf   3. Sunglasses   4. Eye Shadow Primer   5. Book(s)   6. Stylish Notepads   7. Ballet Flats   8. Thermal Mug   9. Makeup Pouch   10. Lipstick   11. Gift Card   12. Keychain   13. Head Massager ♡Anna