Buried in the Snow ~ A reflection on Disney's Frozen

For those of you who know me, I am absolutely obsessed with anything related to Disney. It was for this reason that when I heard a new Disney movie was going to be released Thanksgiving weekend, I was already prepared to trade my ticket to Catching Fire to go see the masterpiece that is Disney.

To say the least...Frozen did not disappoint.

It may be as a result of having sisters of my own, but this movie really hit home with me. The love between Anna and Elsa is absolutely astounding. It demonstrates that not all love has to derive from someone of the opposite gender (even if Kristoff is positively swoonworthy).

I could go on and on about how wonderful it was, but I do not wish to spoil anyone's enjoyment so I shall instead attempt to limit my fangirling only to pictures.

Let It Go is in the running for one of my favorite Disney songs ever.

She is so clumsy and awkward that it's adorable. Despite this, she is never embarrassed about who she is. That kind of self confidence is beautiful.

SQUEEEEE!!! 

I really do feel that Anna and Rapunzel would have the best friendship.

Isn't she just gorgeous? 

All in all, this was an amazing movie. I could probably ramble on about it forever if I was allowed to. It is the perfect movie to watch while snuggled up on the couch with a fluffy blanket and a mug full of hot chocolate. I know that is exactly what I will be doing once I can purchase my own copy of the film.

♥, 

Heather

Ups & Downs {3}

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- I received my package from Tessa Emily Hall last week. Needless to say, I just about screamed when I saw a parcel at the mailbox.

(The book smells like heaven. O.O )

- 100% on my chemistry exam. Woo!
- Cold weather = times to break out the winter scarves.
- Camping this past weekend with the 4-H club was exactly what the doctor ordered.
- Christmas is officially in less than 30 days. 

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- College finals are next week.
- My Thanksgiving this year consists of applesauce, pudding, and ice cream thanks to having my wisdom teeth removed tomorrow morning.

- John Green books aren't near as magnificent as I first believed they would be.

- I don't have Hunter Hayes' CD. And it's driving me insane. That boy is just so GAHHH. *swoon*

- Adulthood is officially in less than 4 months. o.O Excuse me while I go sob into my penguin pillow pet while clutching my Toy Story blanket. 

♥,

Heather

Blog Design Review

I haven't hosted a product review on my blog in a while so I thought it was time to get to work (or, if you are a Disney nerd, get down to business.).

To accompany her duct tape wallets, hairbows, phone cases, jewelry (click here for that review), and many other crafty items, Meena has began a new creative adventure: blog designs! Instead of just posting pictures, I had fun conducting a short interview.

 

 

When did you decide you wanted to try your hand at blog designing?

 I really wanted an amazing design for my blog, but didn't want to pay $20 for one! So I decided to learn. I took (and am still taking) baby steps.

  

Where did you receive the inspiration for your designs?

I have seen a bunch of designs and just used a color from one, and decided on a color scheme, and added little touches to it to make it perfect and complete. :)
 

If you could pick a favorite out of the designs you have created so far, which one would it be and why?

I really really really really REALLY like Mint Chocolate Chip, because I love the color scheme, and think it came out really well.
 

Approximately how long does it take for you to complete a design?

About 2-3 hours. Which is where I get the charge of them. How many hours I've worked on them. So, each design is $2. :)
 

QUICK: Which Disney princess do you think you are most like and why?

Um... #random Jasmine. She just stands up for what she believes in and works hard for everything.

You can find little Miss Meena over at her blog here.

Oh, and to all who understood that reference in the beginning of the post...I love you. We need to be friends in real life.
 

♥,

Heather

Trusting Him.

 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 

 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 

 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?

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 “And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. 

Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. 

If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? 

So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 

For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 

Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

Matthew 6:25-34

Sometimes, it is all I can do to let go. I worry and fret about so many minor details in my life that it often comes close to the border of becoming unhealthy.

How am I going to be able to study for all of these exams?

What am I going to do with my life?

How do I juggle friendships, school, and my walk with the Lord and still be able to offer enough time to everything?

Where am I going to find the time to apply for all of these scholarships for college?

What am I going to eat for lunch today? (Okay, maybe not that much worry.)

Every day, my mind whispers to me, "You can do this by yourself. Quit being weak. Handle it on your own."

Every day, I strive to reply, "Shut up. I can't do this by myself anymore."

Sometimes I am just too stubborn to release my cares. But when I do, the weight of the world is lifted from my shoulders when I pass my fret onto the One who I know is much stronger than I am and will be able to endure anything I toss His way. 

♥, 

Heather

Darling, you are beautiful.

I will be the first to admit that I am not satisfied with my body. I never have been. There is no worse critic than I am on myself. It is for that reason that I can relate to every single girl who believes that they are ugly, under-par, or worthless. It is also for that reason that I am qualified to say that every one of you who are under the influence that you are "not good enough" are magnificent in your own way.

Whether you are a size 0 or a size 14.

Despite who sends hateful words your way to break you down.

Although you may be without the coveted "thigh gap."

You are gorgeous.

Even though guys may be damaging to your self esteem.

Whether you are strong enough to ignore the hypnotizing weight-loss advertisements that prance across our television screens.

Although you may overlook the beauty of Marilyn Monroe for a Victoria Secrets model.

You are treasured.

Even though you have those days where you feel like you should place a bag over your head.

Despite being able to chow down on an entire $5 Subway footlong sub (which is a noteworthy accomplishment in my eyes).

Even though your body lacks plastic.

You are perfect.

Even though you may despise everything you witness in the mirror.

Despite your yoga pants and sweatshirt days.

Although you may have once wished you could look like the Barbie dolls you played with in your youth.

You are loved.

If there was a way that I could hug each one of you and explain to you just how gorgeous you are, I would do it in a heart beat. We have all heard the cliche "beYOUtiful," but it is entirely accurate. 

No one can be a better you than you.

No one can be a better me than me.

 ♥,

Heather

Allegiant ~ A reflection post {No spoilers}

"It was just a book."

My expression morphs from showcasing my bewilderment to one of masked pain. Do they not realize how much of my life was invested in those pages?

"They were fictitious characters."

For me, they were entirely real. I could count on the characters of these books to be there for me even after weeks of separation due to forgetting them on the bookshelf. They were always prepared to lend a hug whenever I needed a hand to hold or a laugh to brighten my day. I felt as if we shared a connection.

"Why would you care so deeply about a book series?"

It is through this series that I bonded with an amazing group of individuals. Without these books, I would have never been introduced to the most flawless fangirls I have ever met. ( ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ )

"None of it was real."

No, I will admit that. Everything was fictional. But the truths that they taught me were not. These books inspired me to be more kind to others, embrace my fears, hunger for knowledge, be honest even when it can be painful, and demonstrate a selfless love for everyone I encounter.

"It's not like that was the last book the author was ever going to write."

For two years, I have been reading this series and anxiously awaiting the day when all of my questions could finally be answered in the final book. Now that this day has arrived and the mesmerizing experience of reading the book for the first time is complete, it will never provide me with the same thrill. This journey has came to an end and there was no way that I could have prepared myself for the emotional turmoil that I am now experiencing.

"It was just a book."

I know. That's what hurts the most.

Forever and Always a JesusChick ♥

I love her. {A friendiversary post}

So I have this friend, who is flawless in so many ways, who decided to inform me this morning by the way of a post on my blog (and to hers) that today is a very special occasion. By her estimation, she has discovered that it has been one year since today that our amazingly hilarious cyber friendship began to bloom. It has also been one year since today that my life changed for the better simply because she is here by my (virtual) side.

There are no words to describe how I feel about Molly but I will give it a shot. She is beautiful, sweet, loving, caring, gorgeously adorable in every way possible, and even though she just told the entire cyber world that my real name is Heather, I don't even mind because she is that amazing.

I mean, just look at her? How could you ever hold a grudge? 

She owns a pillow pet, which I think is the coolest thing since sliced Amity bread.

She's also the one who assisted me in coming to the realization that we are both unicorns.

She introduced me to George the Girmoose. He is a giraffe and a moose all at once. I know, it blew my mind as well.

And here she is wearing George's moose antler as a mustache. Such beauty. Such poise.

All in all, Molly is the most phenomenal individual I have received the honor to come across. She has endured my endless squealing (and crying) over fictional characters and real-life people. This girl is also the most hilarious person to Skype with, which is where all of the above pictures derived from. She had a heart for everyone as big as Africa itself. Her smile is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. We have such a blast together, and I absolutely love being able to call her my Amity Happy Bread Buddy. 

Dear Molly,
How can you be so flawless?
I'll love you always, darling.
You am so honored to be considered your friend.
I love you (It needed to be said twice to make sure you knew).
You have changed my life. 
Your AHBB, Heather

Post Scriptum: These are for you, sweetheart. Good times...good times.

♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥   

A Friendiversary :)

Hello followers and/or newcomers to this blog. My name is Molly from {Life of an Amity Girl}, you probably don't know me, but today I'm here for a very special post for this very special girl. So this post is dedicated to the beautiful author of this blog, Heather.
You may be wondering why I chose today to post this, well today is Heather and I's one year friendship anniversary, it was a year ago (approximately) today that she and I started talking. That began a BEAUTIFUL friendship and a year full of talking, cyber-hugging, and laughing. A lot. We are both comedy geniuses XD

Anyway, moving on, I cannot tell you how amazing this past year has been, she has been such an amazing friend, I can't even tell you how many times she's made me smile, because I'm not sure if I can count that high. I shall now go on to tell you some of the reasons this girl is absolutely freaking amazing.

1. She is SO nice. I know this sounds cliche or whatever, but she is literally one of the nicest people I've ever talked to in my life. She is so incredible kind, and sees only the best in people. To picture her "hating" anyone just... *robot voice* does. not. compute. She's just so nice to everybody, she'll give anyone a chance and is quick to forgive, she is an amazing person with a beautiful heart, I wish I could be as kind as she is.

2. Alright, I gotta say it, she is ABSOLUTELY hilarious. She never fails to make me laugh,  I've skyped with her and talked on the phone and we laugh non-stop. She has the best sense of humor ever, very similar to mine really which I guess is why I find her to be a comedy genius. Start talking to her, and you will laugh for hours. Especially if you're willing to laugh at yourself, because I can't tell you how many times we've laughed at each other's "blonde moments".

3. She knows how to make me smile. I know this kind of goes along with the last one, but it's a little different. She makes me laugh a ton, but she knows how to make me smile. There have been times where I have sent her endless rants about stuff going on in my life, and she always manages to lift my spirits. She has made me smile even when all I wanted to do was cry. She has helped me through a lot, I'll tell her anything, at first it was simply because she's the only one who can't tell any of my friends what I said, but now it wouldn't matter, I'd trust her with anything.

That up there is just three of the MANY, MANY reasons that Heather is absolutely AMAZING. I love this girl to death, you have no idea, I don't know what I'd do if I lost her. I'd probably just sit in my room and cry for the rest of my life. I don't know what I'd do without her, if we hadn't ever started talking (a year ago :D), maybe we've never met, but she has become such a huge, amazing part of my life.

We're like sisters <3

Oh and....
Dear Heather,
Thank you for being there for me when I needed you most. Thank you for listening when I was ranting, and making me smile when I only wanted to cry. Talking to you always puts me in a good mood. Thank you for always making me laugh, you have the best sense of humor, all the Disney referances make my day. Thank you for sticking by me no matter how weird, awkward, or crazy I am, thank you for being those things with me. Thank you for still thinking I'm sane when I talk about fictional characters like they're, or get stressed out about my "ship problems".
Honestly, I could go on like this for hours, but overall, thank you for being my friend. I couldn't have dreamed up a friend as amazing as you, I can only hope I've been half as good a friend to you as you are to me.
I love you AHBB,
Molly.

Forever and always JesusChick's bestest buddy.

She's mine, no touchy-touchy *hugs her close* MIIIIIINE

Ups & Downs {2}

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I received the sweetest letter from my bestest buddy yesterday. I spoke to her on the phone as I opened the envelope and had a massive squealing session.

Allegiant comes out this month.

I am almost finished with my Despicable Me minion costume for Halloween.

Who knew Nutella was so addicting?

Finding out Jennifer is my twin:

And this just being so perfect:

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Previously mentioned bestest buddy is probably going to make me pay for the bill for damaging her eardrums. 

^^^ she also doesn't live in Florida. Bummer.

Tobias isn't real so I can't marry him yet.
My ACT test date is in 8 days. I don't care how many times I take that test, I will always freak out about it.

This episode of Doctor Who:

I'm still crying my heart out.

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Before you exit my little blogging world, will you do me a favor by visiting this little website? I have been getting emails from them for a while, but never thought anything of it. It wasn't until today when I opened one about their blogroll, that I realized why they had been sending me these emails. They have an entire list (that you can check out here) of homeschool bloggers that are in high school or are a recent graduate and I am on the top of the list.

whoa. O.O you guys think i am that good? *blushes* y'all are the best.

Long story short, I would love it if you could visit this website, tell them thank you for being awesome, and then go visit a few of the other blogs they are showcasing! 

Forever and Always a JesusChick ♥