tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24746364886020427562024-03-13T17:19:51.956-04:00xoxo, jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.comBlogger70125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-34458054663682069262012-11-03T00:12:00.000-04:002012-11-03T00:12:09.721-04:00Hi Everyone!I'm so sorry I haven't been posting in a long time.<br />
My life has been very hectic lately. I've barely gotten more than 4 hours of sleep a night!<br />
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I just wanted to pop in and ask for you all to be praying for me.<br />
I'm having to make some really difficult decisions lately and I'm having a lot of trouble.<br />
Please pray that God will reveal to me what He wants me to do moving forward.<br />
And also that He will reveal to me how to achieve the things He is pulling me towards.<br />
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Thank you!<br />
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Anyway, I miss you all and I hope to be posting again soon.<br />
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xoxo,<br />
jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-74670165155355275532012-10-10T21:09:00.000-04:002012-10-10T21:09:38.561-04:00Frosted Pumpkin Spice Cookies!Hi friends! So today I wanted to share a recipe with you!<br />
Since fall is officially in session, I have been using pumpkin like crazy!<br />
I came up with this recipe and I hope you all enjoy it :)<br />
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These are the perfect cookies for a crisp autumn day! They are super soft and are just perfect with the buttercream frosting :)</div>
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1. Preheat oven to 35<span style="font-family: inherit;">0<span style="line-height: 15.600000381469727px;">°. Mix Spice Cake Mix and Can of Pumpkin together in a mixing bowl.</span></span><br />
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jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-10364270412348808622012-09-29T20:15:00.001-04:002012-09-29T20:15:14.618-04:00Autumn Outfit!<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 600px;">
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This is my perfect Autumn outfit for sitting outside reading some Fitzgerald while sipping on a hot Chai tea latte ^.^<br />
Scarfs and sweaters are my favorite Fall accessories!<br />
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What are your favorite Fall things to wear?<br />
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xoxo,<br />
jamie brooke<br />
jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-87176982427757374062012-09-22T22:00:00.001-04:002012-09-22T22:00:15.265-04:00It's Autumn!!!Autumn is my favorite time of the year! I am so excited it's finally here!<br />
All of my friends make fun of me because I am so obsessed with all things Fall, I keep it around the house all year! My room ALWAYS smells like pumpkin, I just can't get enough!<br />
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Anyway, I am hosting a Blog Party with Margot over at <a href="http://newfoundlanderatheart.blogspot.ca/">Newfoundlander at Heart</a>! Also, make sure to enter in her <a href="http://newfoundlanderatheart.blogspot.ca/2012/09/lets-party-with-giveaway.html">giveaway</a>! I'm going to be giving away two free months of large ad space right here on my little ole blog! I would love to work with one of you lovely people :)<br />
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And this blog party is all about the best season of the year, Autumn!!!<br />
So I'm going to share with you a list of why I am so obsessed with this amazing time of year!<br />
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<li>First off, fall is beautiful! The colors are breathtaking!</li>
<li>The leaves, I love the sound of crisp leaves crunching under my feet!</li>
<li>The clothes, cardigans, hats, and more cardigans!</li>
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<li>The food and drinks, pumpkin everything!!!</li>
<li>The weather, it's finally not 90+ outside anymore, it's a nice 60-70 degree weather with a little nip in the air!</li>
<li>Pumpkins!!! If you can't tell, I love pumpkin food, pumpkin drinks and just pumpkins in general!</li>
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<li>The holidays, Halloween is so fun and Thanksgiving is such a great time to spend with the loved ones!</li>
<li>Those are just a few of my many reasons! I could make this list go on forever!</li>
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How can you not fall in love with Fall? It's stunningly beautiful, and just everything about it is perfect!</div>
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<b>Now you know my reasons for loving Autumn, what are yours? Go make a post and link up here!</b></div>
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<b>Also, make sure to follow all of the lovely hosts! :)</b></div>
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<i>Now go out and get a yummy pumpkin spice latte! ;)</i></div>
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I just wanted to let you all know that I'll be trying to create more posts soon!</div>
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I miss you all and I hope you are all doing fantastic!</div>
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Here's a cute duckling video to keep you entertained:</div>
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jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-40084165472975439162012-09-01T17:53:00.001-04:002012-09-01T17:53:07.877-04:00Speak Now!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #1a1a1a;">"This website serves to touch the hearts of young women internationally. Sunday through Friday, women from all over the globe post to specified topics that address some of the most common and uncommon issues of today. Posts will include helpful hints, tips, recipes, ideas, and coping mechanisms for women of all ages.</span><br /><span style="color: #1a1a1a;">Each week topics of discussion will fall into six different segments. These segments will go hand in hand with one another on a weekly basis. Be sure to keep updated with our monthly themes and giveaway prizes. Speak Now is so much more than just a website. <b>Speak Now signifies a coming together for all women who have ever fallen apart as an individual. </b>We practice the art of respect to one another, understanding to those different than our own, and most importantly the simplicity in loving oneself in all seasons of our lives.</span><br /><span style="color: #1a1a1a;">We are many things. The common thread that links us together is the ever-beautiful fact that we are women. With the power to create, educate, advocate, and elevate on behalf of one another- we will move mountains.</span><br /><span style="color: #1a1a1a;">However untold your story may be- <b>let it begin with our belief in you</b>."</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #1a1a1a;">jamie brooke</span></span><br />
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<br />jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-37386389909597121492012-09-01T00:11:00.001-04:002012-09-01T00:11:11.075-04:00August Indie Gift Box<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was lucky enough to receive one of the <a href="http://indiegiftbox.com/">Indie Gift Boxes</a> from last month and I have to say I'm very impressed!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was a little late in ordering, (checkout was crazy, there were so many people trying to snatch a box!) so I ended up with a back order Paper Cuts box. It did not disappoint!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is what was in my box:</span><br />
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jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-63665981449201862982012-08-29T22:46:00.001-04:002012-08-29T22:46:50.138-04:00Life Lately!Hi lovely followers! I just want to say sorry, I have been slacking on my blogging so badly these past two weeks :/<br />
I wanted to let you all know what is going on in my life right now!<br />
First of all, I just started on my first senior semester of college, I'm taking six classes!<br />
Second, I am working two 16 hour a week internships (so 32 hours a week just in internships!) as well as being Ellie's right hand woman for the Speak Now organization! Our website is actually going to be opening on Saturday and I can't wait to share more information about what that is all about :)<br />
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Lastly, I've been working out and just been busy living a college kids life!<br />
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I just wanted to say I miss writing to you all and I will hopefully be able to start writing more again!!!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-70402049127058103912012-08-21T08:00:00.002-04:002012-08-21T08:00:28.359-04:00Arm Party Swap!Leonora from <a href="http://yellowheartart.blogspot.com/">Yellow Heart Art</a> and Illy from <a href="http://www.muchloveilly.com/">Much Love, Illy</a> hosted a great swap this summer. It's called the <a href="http://yellowheartart.blogspot.com/2012/07/big-reveal-dont-want-to-miss-this-party.html">Summertime Arm Party Swap</a>. We all got paired up with a partner and then we handmade bracelets for them based on their favorite colors and things they liked!<br />
I was paired up with the lovely Jennifer over at <a href="http://findingmywayintexas.blogspot.com/">Finding My Way in Texas</a>, and let me tell you, I got a fantastic partner! The pieces she made for me are so beautiful, I am so obsessed with them! I've been wearing at least one of them a day :)<br />
Here is the lovely package she sent me:<br />
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Here are the incredible bracelets:<br />
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I've got to say, this has been one of my favorite exchanges to do, because I got to make something for it!<br />
Hopefully, Leonora and Illy will throw another one soon!<br />
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Make sure to go check out Jennifer's <a href="http://findingmywayintexas.blogspot.com/">blog</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/JenniferInTexas">twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FindingMyWayinTexas">facebook</a>, and <a href="http://pinterest.com/findingmyway/">pintrest</a>!<br />
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Thank you Jennifer for the cute bracelets, and thank you Leonora and Illy for hosting!<br />
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jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-62056703942530535562012-08-17T09:35:00.000-04:002012-08-17T09:35:06.320-04:00My 5 Dating RulesI wanted to share some dating tips I've learned through some good and some awkward dating experiences. Some I learned pretty easily, while others I learned the hard way!<br />
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<li>Don't be too available. Make sure he is the one to make the first move. Let him text or call you first! <b><i>Men like to chase women, so let them chase you!</i></b> Isn't it nicer to know that a man had to win the chance to be with you instead of the other way around? Also, don't be over eager to go out with him, make sure you are happy about it, but don't scare him away with excitement. </li>
<li><b><i>Make sure you are both in the same place in life</i></b>. Whatever is important to you, needs to also be important to him in his own way. If you follow a religion devoutly, dating a man who doesn't follow the same one will make things difficult. Just like if he is ready to be looking for a wife and you do not want to get married, it will also make things hard! I believe I need to be dating a man who is equally "yoked" with me, so that we can learn from each other and grow in our relationship with God together. I know not all of you are Christians, but <b>make sure you have the same morals as your man!</b></li>
<li><b><i>Confidence is key!</i></b> <i>You are a beautiful, independent, and amazing woman to be around.</i> He should know that by the way you carry yourself. <b>NEVER</b> show your insecurities, never ask him if you look fat, or tell him how so-and-so is so much prettier than you. If you start doubting your self-worth, he will wonder why he was interested in you in the first place! Also, accept compliments. If he says you look pretty, say "thank you", don't say something that would make him rethink his first statement. </li>
<li><b><i><i style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Expect to be treated like a princess.</b></i><span style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"> If he doesn't treat you as though it's an honor to be dating you, he isn't </span><span style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;">worth</span><span style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"> it. Also, </span>don't let him treat you like a "bro".</i></b> You are a lady and you should be regarded as such. The more times he refers to you as "dude" or "bro" the more likely he will consider more of a friend than a romantic interest. It's okay to do guy things with your man, just don't let him treat you like one of his gamer buddies. If he starts calling you a "dude" just bring it to his attention in a cute and flirty way that you are a lady!</li>
<li><b><i>Most importantly, have fun!!</i></b> Nothing is worse on a date than not having fun and hoping the date ends quicker! Make sure you are always having a blast, <i>flirt</i>, <i>laugh</i> and <i>joke around</i> with your date! <b>Guys like women who smile</b> and can make any situation a fun one! </li>
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jamie brooke</div>
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jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-20020454951722677962012-08-16T10:00:00.000-04:002012-08-16T10:00:10.509-04:00Quotable Thursday #6<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This statement goes out to all my lovely readers! You are all beautiful and rare, there is no one else on Earth like you, never forget that.<div>
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jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-16724324978963983782012-08-13T15:03:00.001-04:002012-08-13T15:03:06.826-04:00Being Healthy...As you all know, I've been trying to lose some weight this summer!<br />
So far, I've lost 15 pounds! Yay!<br />
Here are some of my older posts about losing weight: <a href="http://jamie-brooke.blogspot.com/2012/06/healthy-time.html">Healthy Tips</a> and <a href="http://jamie-brooke.blogspot.com/2012/05/weight-loss.html">Bikini Boot Camp Plan</a><br />
I wanted to share some things I've learned through this process today.<br />
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<li>First and foremost, it didn't take you one day to put on all this weight, so don't expect for it to take one day to get it all off. The way I'm doing it is making this healthy living a <b>lifetime change</b>. When I get to my goal weight, I'm still going to be eating healthy and working out.</li>
<li>Second, I've learned that I'm no longer allowed to procrastinate. <b><i>This is it.</i></b> There's no more saying, "Oh, I really want that dessert, so I'll start my diet tomorrow!". No, that is changing to, "I really want that fattening dessert, but I would rather be healthy." </li>
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<li>Thirdly, <b><i>do what works for you</i></b>. My mom and I are both trying to lose weight at the same time. She follows Weight Watchers and writes down everything little thing she eats. That works for her. For me though, I can't do that and do well. I know how to eat healthy so I just do. I eat less and choose better things to eat. I think it is important to make sure you choose the path best for you. I would recommend for anyone just starting out with dieting and weight loss to keep a food journal, I think it helped greatly in the past with me; which is probably why I don't need one now. Just make sure you are choosing the best options for yourself. You are the only one in control of your body!</li>
<li>On that same note, I also learned that setting goals is important. I have a dead set goal to reach my ultimate goal weight by December. <i>This is going to happen</i>, I'm not going to let myself delay that any further. I think everyone should set manageable and reasonable goals. Don't expect to lose 5 or 10 pounds a week! If you do, that's great, just make sure you are doing it the healthy way. </li>
<li>Also, weighing yourself is important to see where you stand, but don't do it compulsively. Some people need to weigh themselves every week, while others weigh themselves once a month. I personally weigh in every other week, because I will get myself down if I weigh in every week. It's important not to push yourself to hard. </li>
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<li>A couple years ago, I dieted and worked out so hard and got down to the smallest I have ever been. I was upset with myself because I thought it wasn't good enough, causing me to go backwards. I gained all that weight I lost back and more. <i><b>If I had just been realistic about my goals and didn't compulsively weigh myself, I would probably still be in that great shape I was then!</b></i></li>
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<li>Lastly, don't forget to have fun! There are plenty of great meals out there that are tasty and healthy. I would recommend looking at <a href="http://www.hungry-girl.com/">Hungry Girl</a> for some great healthy and fun recipes and ideas! Also, exercise can be fun, it doesn't have to be a chore! Dance around while cleaning the house, walk with your family, play an outside game, just move around and <b>have fun</b> doing it!</li>
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jamie brooke</div>
jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-23052375803654952942012-08-10T10:25:00.000-04:002012-08-10T10:25:01.259-04:00Winners!Thank you everyone who entered in my JUNIEblake giveaway!<br />
Also, thank you JUNIEblake for allowing me to host this great giveaway on my blog :)<br />
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Here are the two winners of the $30 JUNIEblake store credits:<br />
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Thanks again to everyone!<br />
I hope you all have a fantastic weekend ^.^<br />
And don't forget to check out <a href="http://junieblake.com/">JUNIEblake's store</a> and buy something cute and sweet to wear!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-31569064602211977322012-08-09T15:56:00.000-04:002012-08-09T15:56:07.004-04:00Quotable Thursday #5<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Brookish">Brookish</a> sells great Jane Austen items! I recently bought a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62522341/mr-darcy-proposal-mug">Darcy Proposal mug</a> and I absolutely LOVE it!<br />
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<b><i>Don't forget the <a href="http://jamie-brooke.blogspot.com/2012/07/giveaway-from-junieblake.html">JUNIEblake giveaway</a> ends <u>tonight</u> at 11:59 pm EST! Make sure to get your <a href="http://jamie-brooke.blogspot.com/2012/07/giveaway-from-junieblake.html">entries in</a>!</i></b><br />
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What's your favorite Jane Austen quote?<br />
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xoxo,<br />
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<b><i><br /></i></b>jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-36071543781805099232012-08-07T14:27:00.001-04:002012-08-07T14:27:10.938-04:00Busy, busy, busy....Hi lovelies!<br />
I just wanted to say sorry for being so absent lately. I have crazy amounts of stuff going on!<br />
I've been getting ready to head back to school and trying to find internships for this semester. Also, I've been working with Speak Now!<br />
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I wanted to tell you all a little bit about Speak Now today!<br />
It's this great organization that is helping with <i>young women empowerment</i>.<br />
Too many girls growing up in this time have serious self confidence issues. We feel that every girl should know her <b>self worth</b> and believe in her abilities. Every girl is <b>unique</b> and <b><i>that is what makes you beautiful</i></b>! Sometimes those things you hate about yourself are the things others love and cherish about you!<br />
In September, we are opening our official interactive website.<br />
<b><i>I would love for all of you to go like the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/womenspeaknow">Speak Now facebook page</a> to support our great organization!</i></b><br />
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Also, check out this great video all about the great changes that are going to be happening with Speak Now in the next month!<br />
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<b><i>Don't forget to enter in the <a href="http://jamie-brooke.blogspot.com/2012/07/giveaway-from-junieblake.html">JUNIEblake giveaway</a>! Only 2 days left!!</i></b><br />
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xoxo,<br />
jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-8160848062759157292012-08-02T09:37:00.000-04:002012-08-09T15:56:18.538-04:00Quotable Thursday #4<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I LOVE this print!<br />
Jillian Audrey has some great items in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JillianAudreyDesigns?ref=seller_info">her Etsy shop</a>, go check it out!<br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">This is the problem with being a college kid, I never have money to buy the pretty things I find and love! Oh, well!!</span><br />
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BTW. Sorry I haven't been posting as much lately, I've been pretty busy with some exciting things!<br />
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Also, I wanted to tell you all never hesitate to contact me if you ever need anyone to talk to or anything! I love all of my readers and I'm here for you ladies ♥<br />
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<b><i>Don't forget to go enter in my <a href="http://jamie-brooke.blogspot.com/2012/07/giveaway-from-junieblake.html">JUNIEblake giveaway</a>!</i></b><br />
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It is from this wonderful clothing line called<b> JUNIEblake</b>!<br />
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I'm obsessed with all of their <i>adorable</i> and <i>modest</i> dresses :)</div>
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I love that their clothes are perfectly girly and lovely, yet they are still modest. It's the worst when you find a cute dress and either its too short or low-cut! But with JUNIEblake, you won't have to worry about that, you will look<i> lovely </i>as well as comfortably, yet elegantly covered!</div>
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They have chosen to giveaway <b>two of their $30 gift cards</b> for two of my lovely readers.</div>
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Here are some of their items I am drooling over!</div>
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<span style="color: black;"><a href="http://junieblake.com/">JUNIEblake store</a> // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/JUNIEblake/352935361407429">Facebook</a> // <a href="https://twitter.com/junieblake">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://pinterest.com/junieblake/">Pintrest</a></span></div>
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So tomorrow I'll be hosting my first ever giveaway and I'm super stoked to be sharing with all of you!<br />
I hope you all enter so that you can win :)<br />
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Don't forget to check my page tomorrow!<br />
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jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-87691013214448369592012-07-26T14:08:00.000-04:002012-07-26T14:08:41.798-04:00Quotable Thursday #3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>I'm dying to get this print for my room! </i></div>
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Lately, I have been preparing to move back to my university for the fall semester. (I'm finally a senior!)</div>
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Also, my sister is moving to South Korea to start teaching English!! How crazy is that?! I'm so excited for her, but also a little nervous O.O I just hope that she loves it there and has the experience of a lifetime. I can't wait to visit either ^.^</div>
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I have done a little soul searching and praying lately and discovered some things God placed on my heart. I have really been struggling with some things in my relationship with God.</div>
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I feel like I have just been holding back so much from Him, which is absolutely ridiculous to do!</div>
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jamie brooke</div>jamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-88613206985539352562012-07-23T09:30:00.000-04:002012-07-23T09:30:06.650-04:00Guest Post: Melissa from Grin and Barrett!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Hi everyone! Melissa from over at <a href="http://www.grinandbarrettblog.com/">Grin and Barrett</a> kindly offered to do a guest post today!</div>
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I'm Melissa and I blog over at Grin and Barrett. First and foremost I am a follower of Christ and everything else comes second. I have a pretty unique love story and I have seen God's hand in every step of this journey from dating to marriage to newlywed. As a young girl growing up, I imagined what my husband would be like. I didn't imagine his face or his hands or his eyes. I imagined his heart and I imagined he would be a follower of Christ and love the Lord with his whole heart. I dated quite a bit in high school. I guess you could say I was the girl that always had a boyfriend. Much of my self-esteem was centered around having a boyfriend and how he treated me. I defined myself by how my boyfriend defined me. Now, I did not date complete jerks and I didn't date guys who were bad guys by any means. But, they just weren't "him", you know? I was certain that in college, I would find my soul mate. I went to a Christian college, so it seemed like the safe option. I thought, "Okay I am around Christian young men, many of whom are good looking, I am bound to find him here". Well, not so much. I dated a couple of guys here and there and the chance of marriage was there, but still, it wasn't right. For five years I had an on and off boyfriend, but it never felt natural. Every time we would break up and get back together, it felt as though we were together out of obligation. Not exactly dream marriage material. </div>
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After college, I assumed my on and off boyfriend and I would marry. Something always held us back, so we ended our back and forth relationship. Let me tell you, it wasn't easy. Old habits die hard as they say. As much comfort it was to be together, something was telling me, "no more". A month later I was perusing a bookstore when a fine looking man walked by. He looked older to me, so I assumed he was already married (not for long). We began talking, I checked his ring finger, and we were good to go (thank God!). We talked for quite a while before exchanging numbers and we talked for hours everyday since. Leading up to our first date, I already knew I loved him. At the same time I thought I was crazy, and so was he. I had no business being serious with anyone, I had just ended a very long relationship. One that I assumed would lead to marriage. Little did I know, this new guy was thinking and feeling the same way. A short five weeks later we were engaged (not a shock to us). Everyone had their opinion, but we knew it was right. Then, three months later we were married. So if you total the time from hi how are you to I do. It was roughly 12 weeks time. Nuts, I know! </div>
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I say all of that to say this. God works in His own timing and even when you're feeling lost, He is there guiding your steps. I think in some ways I knew this would happen to me. My parents met and married in the same exact amount of time. Growing up I had heard stories, but never really thought about it. After experiencing a whirlwind romance, I know that all is how it should be. Love takes time. Can I say that without you laughing? Love does take time. Everyone's love story is different, but without God in our lives, our love story would have a much different beginning. If you are on the dating scene, heed this advice as much as you can. Do not force someone to be the one. Allow the one to come into your life when you and he, or you and she (any guys out there?) are ready. It literally changed my life for the better. Married life is wonderful and this month marks our two year anniversary. If you would like to read more, or learn more about me and the hub's crazy adventure, head on over to G&B and stay a while. You'll realize real quick what goofballs we are!</div>
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I need some examples for my custom section on my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/mymisfitmonsters?ref=si_shop">Etsy</a>.<br />
My main goal is to start creating monsters based on kid's monster sketches!<br />
I would love it if any of you would send me a picture of a monster your kid has drawn (or asking your kid to draw a monster for me!) and I'll make a monster based on it!<br />
If you do, I'll give you half price on the finished monster, so your child can own the monster he/she created!<br />
I would love yours and your child's help!<br />
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Message me if you would like to help :)<br />
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jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-13141557958116172662012-07-19T11:07:00.000-04:002012-08-09T15:56:29.530-04:00Quotable Thursday #2<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I love this quote!<br />
I need to remember this, because I'm constantly trying to plan out everything in my life. I need to remember that the fun part is not knowing for sure where you are being led!<br />
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jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-23743965393013932082012-07-18T14:51:00.001-04:002012-07-18T14:51:07.787-04:00My Misfit Monsters!I opened up my Etsy shop today!<br />
I would love for you all to go check out all my little Misfit Monsters :)<br />
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jamie brookejamie brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07251018712573056860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2474636488602042756.post-18670748461951399642012-07-16T12:05:00.000-04:002012-07-16T12:05:00.747-04:00Guest Post- Kimberly from Diary of a Brown Eyed GirlHere is Kimberly's favorite post from over at her blog, <a href="http://diaryofabrwneyedgirl.blogspot.com/">Diary of a Brown Eyed Girl</a>. She is a great lady with a large heart, after reading this post, go check out her <a href="http://diaryofabrwneyedgirl.blogspot.com/">blog</a>!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>I believe that deep inside each of us, there is a river of life. This river is a wonderful gift given to each of us by a loving Heavenly Father. It flows freely through us with good health, a positive outlook on life, and a generous and forgiving attitude. When we allow the river to flow and keep our "well" from getting plugged-up, there's a peace or an ease.</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>It's a current that takes us along and everything seems easier. Great things come our way. When wonderful opportunities are presented to us, we are ready for them. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>It also refreshes, renews and revitalizes our lives. I'm sure you have known people from time to time who defied all logic and stayed alive years longer than they should have.</em></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em> Or you may have known people who've been able to keep a positive outlook on life even though terrible things happened to them. </em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>Their river ran strong and didn’t stop flowing. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>On the other hand, there are those who always seem to be down, whether physically or emotionally. No matter what they do, they can't seem to "snap out of it." Their river has been stopped-up, and only a little trickle seems to pass through. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>Many people, however, have allowed their well to become stopped-up. They are always discouraged, and no matter what they do, they can’t seem to snap out of it. Years of neglect have turned a once power flowing river into a small stream. Everything's hard for them and nothing comes easy. People with a stopped-up well have to strive for things that come easily to others. It's as if they've become mired in a mud hole and every step is a struggle. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>I once had a stopped-up well in my life a few years ago. I struggled to tap into the river that I knew was in me. I was constantly digging dry wells—everything in my life and the direction I was heading was disappointing and unfulfilling. I believed that there had to be something that could bring me the happiness and peace that my heart was longing for. I would strive after other things every day, but never found the pure happiness and peace I was looking for. I found that over the years I had allowed my well to become stopped-up with "stones" and "debris." The river no longer flowed freely, and I was miserable. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>Although I didn't realize it at the time, I really struggled with a lot of emotional issues. These issues became like stones, dirt and debris that had caused my well to become stopped-up. With God's help and His infinite love, I was able to overcome those issues. It was a long process, but the stones are much smaller today than they used to be. The river in me flows much stronger now and I feel like I am a better person and a lot stronger because I went through those trials. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>I have learned that until you're able to get your well cleared out and unclogged, everything will be difficult, disappointing and unfulfilling. No matter what you try, you'll be unable to taste the water from that river. And that water satisfies like nothing else. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em>Tap into that stream by clearing up what blocks its flow. God can help you forgive, see the needs of those around you, and let go of past hurts or wrongs. He wants to help you deal with the "stones" and "debris" that are stopping up your well. </em></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><em> Ask God to help you clear out all the debris. Then enjoy the satisfying flow of the river of life!</em></span></div>
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