Best of...

HOUSES

Take a look at this cool house on youtube.

Green Day

Some Green resources for ya...

http://www.thegreenguide.com/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green

1. J. Renee Blain HeelThese slingback pumps feature a lime green fabric accented in gold. The kitten heel makes these a great choice for the office or an evening out. These versatile shoes are on sale at Heels.com for just $59.99.2. Via Spiga Baffle SandalThis T-strap sandal from Via Spiga is ideal for St. Patrick's Day, Easter and beyond. Classy and sassy, this high heel is perfect in green. This shoe is available at Endless.com for $198.95.3. Michael Kors Carina Patent Leather Pump This patent leather pump is slick and sophisticated. What really makes this shoe unique is the demi-wedge heel covered in the basket-weave. You can get these pumps at Nordstrom for $118.95.4. Keds Bliss Canvas WedgeThe comfort of Keds sneakers in a high heel wedge! This shoe features a green upper complemented with a coordinating plaid wedge. These shoes are a cute option when you want to be comfy and dress down just a little bit, but still stay stylish. These are $54.95 and Solestruck.
Green Handbags5. Xhilaration Envelope ClutchDon't overlook Target as a place to shop for affordable, fun and flirty handbags . This green clutch features a chain strap handle that can be hidden away in the bag. Get this envelope clutch from Target.com for just $14.99.6. Gryson Sydney Shoulder BagThis soft Italian lambskin bag features both a shoulder strap and a short handle. This green bag has a turnlock closure hidden by the flap. It's a luxurious handbag with a price to match. At $875, this shoulder bag is available at Saks Fifth Avenue.7. Jessica Simpson Arena SatchelThis synthetic patent bag offers lots of shine. With its fun style and roomy interior, this satchel can carry all your essentials wherever you go. Whether you are wearing jeans to go shopping or a suit to a meeting, this green bag is a terrific choice. Get it at Amazon.com for just $88.8. L.A.M.B. Glazed Love Capri Handbag From Gwen Stefani's L.A.M.B line, this structured bag is a bold alternative to your everyday handbag. Featuring quilted logo insets, double handles and lots of detailing, this bag is available at ShopBop for $625.
Green Accessories9. Chunky Turquoise NecklaceThis green turquoise necklace is perfect for springtime. It's a statement piece that will certainly garner some attention. This necklace is not only beautiful but also affordable at only $129 from Oceana Jewelry.10. Wide Green Patent Leather BeltThis neon green belt in shiny patent leather will add a big boost to any basic black outfit. This wide belt also comes in other fun colors such metallic gold, bright orange and daring red. Get this belt from Belt is Cool for just $14.99.11. Melinda's Apple Green Cocktail RingYou don't need to break the bank to wear dazzling jewelry. This sparking cocktail ring features a peridot green oval stone in the middle surrounded by shimmering cubic zirconias all around. You can get this ring from Eve's Addiction for only $48.12. Lee Angel Enamel Stretch BangleThis bangle bracelet features a green and turquoise scallop pattern to create a very unique look. Wear it anywhere from the office to a dinner date. This bangle is $235 at Macy's.

Actually Simple

The city bus...a very simple, very cheap, very ecologically friendly way to get from point A to point B.

http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/CATS/Home.htm

Imago Dei

I don't know what it is about this picture that reminds me of God. I found this scene in the Daniel Boone gardens in Boone, NC last fall. I stumbled upon it and chose to take a few pictures. I love the texture of the plant and shadow. I love the bright color and the leaf laying beneath the plant. Something about it says something to me. Maybe beauty alone is part of the essence, image, of God.

H is for....

HELMS!

That's me!

(Brushing teeth with John Tyson.)

If you Google Helms, this is what comes up.

I am on facebook, etsy, the Hyaets blog, and myspace (I never check my myspace account, though.)

Green Day, Best of..., and Bold and Beautiful all in one again

I don't know why I haven't been updating the blog as well as usual. I've added a few people to my "follow" list and I look daily to see what other people have blogged about. As much as I like blogging, I just CANNOT seem to enter anywhere near the amount of material that Poppytalk does. My goodness! Sometimes it is 4 entries a day! Good grief. Sorry, readers. If you're looking for that to happen, you are looking in the wrong place.

That said, here is my attempt at catching up.

Make it a GREEN DAY pact to purchase clothing that is either second hand or fair trade. My favorite thrift show (BEST OF THRIFT SHOPS) is the lovely Value Village on Freedom Drive in Charlotte. Here's a BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL picture of someone dressed in some nice GREEN second hand clothes!

Imago Dei

At our last youth devo at Hyaets, I asked for prayer requests and Brianna said, "I want you to pray for the people I don't like."

I was astounded! We had been talking about love and had read out of 1 John. This had a connection to praying for our enemies, but not an overt one.

I was impressed with her willingness to ask for prayer for those she doesn't care for.

In the picture, Brianna is the one in the back right hand corner with a brown shirt on making bunny ears on Chardonai's head.

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