Monday Fashion- Color Crave

Today I wanted something casual, but sophisticated.
As I rummaged through my closet I found this black top with lace edging the neckline, and a fun, blocky pencil skirt.
I threw on a denim jacket and a yellow belt, and there you have it. :)
Excuse the cheesy "bathroom mirror" pics! Lol.

My sister Sharon gave me the skirt, and it's her jacket too. :P

The top was just $3 at Walmart (it's sleeveless) and the belt came  with another dress that maybe one day I'll wear! Lol.

 Hope ya'll have an awesome week!

Wounded Warrior Project- Thanksgiving for the Soldiers

Hey, ya'll!
This year my family decided to do a project with the wounded warriors on Ft. Bragg. Cook a Thanksgiving meal!

How did we do this? Well, we've been working with the Fisher House on Ft. Bragg for some time now. The Fisher House houses wounded warriors and their families, and helps and comforts them.
They asked us if we would cook a thanksgiving meal for the soldiers and their families since they wouldn't be home during this time. We agreed.

Why did we do this? It wasn't easy, especially for my mom cooking two or three thanksgiving dinners. We did it as an outreach. Something to help these people out in these tough times in their lives.

My brother, dad and I had to leave pretty early to cook everything at the Fisher  house.
When we got there, my dad was immediately and unexpectedly swept away to be interviewed by a reporter, so I got started. It took about 5 hours for everything to get done.
We made mashed potatoes, gravy, a turkey, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, macaroni and cheese casserole, stuffing, pies, cranberry sauce, rolls, tea, etc. etc.
we decided to do pretty much everything we would have at our own meal.

As my dad told the reporter, "We are so thankful for this opportunity to serve." It's such a blessing to do little things that will do big things to change people's lives.

xo,
Johanna

Happy Saturday!

Happy Friday (yay, the weekend!)!
And I just happen to have some amazing pictures from a photobooth we did recently (so much fun) at a friend's wedding! 

 

Hope these gave you a good laugh! ;P

xo,
Johanna

Friday's Five

Five things I'm thankful for this Friday...

My A.M.A.Z.I.N.G family. Like seriously.
You guys are the best. The craziest and the funnest. 
The only people I can dance in Sweet Frog with. ;P

My Salvation. Thank you Lord!

My church. Check out our facebook page and website! You guys are 'da best!

Friends! Like all you guys out there are awesome. Yes, you.

Sisters. All of you guys are the best fashion experts, counselors, and partners and crime. ;)

What are five things you're thankful for today?

xo,
Johanna

Babysitting :)

I have the CUTEST nephews, like oh my soul you don't even know!!
Having been a babysitter for quite a while, I still think they're the funnest to babysit. Yes, I know I'm biased. ;)

 

Who can resist such adorable smiling faces??? They've even grown cuter since these pictures (if it humanly could be imagined possible).

However, today I'll be taking a break from babysitting and am planning an exciting day out in a nearby city for some time with my family and to meet up with some friends tonight! 

Have a great Wednesday, my peeps!

xo,
Johanna

What are you planning for today? Anything exciting or just a lazy day at work?

TLBC- Autumn Blast!!

Every year True Life Baptist Church has an "alternative" type activity on October 31st. 

This year we had the Autumn Blast! Thanks to the careful planning of Brooke (my sister-in-law) and a devotional brought by Clayton Kerlin, we had a great time.

Two things us TLBC folks can't get enough of is preaching & games. 

Clayton brought a devotional out of the book of John about what every christian should wear- truth, righteousness etc. etc.

Clayton and Sharon :)

We also played tons of games:

*I won against my brother Jason in the "eat the doughnut off the string" contest. 
*Of course I had to fail miserably on "Pin the Tail on the Turkey". ;)
*Girls won against guys by four cheerios in the "Cheerio relay race"!
*We also had a glow stick ring toss.
*Blowball was a blast!
*And of course the candy corn guessing game!
*We prepared nachos for a snack.

And there you have it. :) 

I think this was a great opportunity to give out the truth.
We stationed a couple people at the door of the house the activity was at, and had them give out candy and a tract.

Ya'll have an awesome Sunday! :D

xo,
Johanna

Road Trip- PICTURES!!!!

Jason, reading as we drive (a favorite past time for sure!)!

Chillaxin' in a hotel room!

Playing games with "the peeps".

My gorgeous sister Lydia!

Have a fun weekend, y'all peeps! ;)

xo,
Johanna

Q & A: Part 2!

HOW DID YOU START BLOGGING? 
Well, I started blogging when my sister set this blog up and then basically said "Here, you take it!" Lol! I just started writing down random thoughts, feelings and pictures. 

WHAT OTHER BLOGS DO YOU READ?
I read so many blogs, it becomes kind of addictive! I really enjoy Rachel Sayumi. Her style is so awesome, and she's beautiful. The Small Things Blog is another on I love, as well as The Freckled Fox and Lauren Elizabeth.

YOUR BLOG – IS IT BUSINESS OR PURE FUN?
Totally fun. I wish I had more pictures to post for ya'll. Mainly, I'd love it if I could do some Fashion posts!

DO YOU INTERACT WITH YOUR READERS?
Yes. I always make sure to follow up checking their blogs, and leave a comment or two. :)

HOW IMPORTANT IS IT FOR YOU TO HAVE A LOT OF READERS?
Very important. Without my readers, there would be no blog, although if ya'll would comment more it would help it to succeed! ;) *HINT HINT*


xo,
Johanna

Road Trip!!

I just love road trips. I mean, especially when they're 3 months long!! ;-)

Chillaxing in a hotel room!

 Playing games with  peeps!

 Can't everyone take time out for a quick "selfie"? ;)

 Especially if you have crazy glasses!

 And I know EVERYone can take time for a nap (or two)!

Chatting on the phone!

Joshua loves playing piano with auntie Sharon!

 Anywho, just thought I'd share a couple pics with ya!

Have an awesome day, lovelies! 

xo,
Johanna

Q & A: part 1

How did you come to choose your blog name? Any special meaning?
Hmm.... My brother Jason uses the word "Awesome" all the time to describe random amazing things like Cars (his current obsession), military etc. etc. I guess I just chose this name because I realized just how blessed I am... It's something I far too easily take for granted.



When did you first fall in love with fashion? What was it that interested you?
From a first look at this blog you would think Fashion has a very small part in my life. If any! I plan on doing more "fashion posts" in the near future!
Anyway, I was always intrigued by pearl necklaces, clip on earrings, and heels, but I never really did anything about it until about a year ago when my sister Sharon's sense of style really blew up. Since then, my style has incredibly skyrocketed.

Where do you hope to see you and your blog in five years?
Hmm... In five years I hope this blog will have more traffic, and I'll be able to post more pictures and outfit posts! Maybe one day this blog will be about fashion. ;)

Who/What/Where do you draw from for your fashion inspiration?
Other bloggers and Modern Modesty! My sisters Sharon and Lydia are huuuge inspirations too!
 
What are some key pieces in your closet that tie your wardrobe together? What can't you live without?
My pinstriped boyfriend button up blouse, black lace top, converse and my black flats!

If you carry a makeup bag, what is in it?
I don’t really carry a makeup bag, but I do carry a small pouch with concealer, baby lips lipgloss, bobby pins and a hair tie, plus a little travel perfume. Oh, and a mirror. These are all perfect for a quick touch-up on the go!

What is your nighttime face routine?
Not much. I wash my face with warm water. :D

Do you wear makeup? If so, what? Nope, not much! I use Maybelline BB cream, concealor and a little clear mascara. Sometimes I'll swipe on some baby lips lipbalm too!

xo,
Johanna

Vintage Style Love

I just love Vintage style.
I was making a 1940's era set on Polyvore today, and my mom came over. "Are you sure you weren't born in the wrong time period, Johanna?" She asked.
My answer? No. I'm almost totally convinced I'm a 1940's child.
Not to say I don't love modern things (in fact, I'd much rather wear my modern skirt and flip-flops than a vintage dress and lace up shoes!), but there's something intriguing about the way things were back then...

With the war going on, everyone pulled together to make things work... it was a team effort.
There were shortages in things like sugar and meat.
People knew that though they were poor in material things, they were rich in love. And that was what mattered.

Anywho, one thing I like, LOVE about that era was the styles!

I love the Coke and Diner theme for this set!

At the Fair.

I cannot get enough of this cheery collage!

Sunday Best and all the Rest.

Here's a military themed set.

Anyway, I say all that to say I'm a 40's wild child! :)

Speaking of, let's go grab a coke at the old fashioned diner down the road! You game? ;)

xo,
Johanna

Pictures, Pictures and more Pictures!

Our trip this summer was AWESOME!!!!

I thought I'd share just a couple several  a bunch of pics with you! ;)

 Playing Skip-Bo at a friend's house :) Isn't my little brother absolutely charming??

My sister Sharon is on the right. :) 

Jason!!

Check out these Piebald Deer!! 

We saw these at the house we were staying at for a week... So awesome!

Delicious Lunch with our peeps from PA.

A little surprised mom? Lol.

Baseball!!

Ping Pong with these lovelies :)

And singing!

Broomball!!

Looking at pictures... and eating of course!

Some of the awesome people we worked with!

And more broomball. :)

Being on the road was SO MUCH FUN, but I'm glad to be home for a little while! 
Thanks to everyone for your prayers and support!

Have a great weekend!

xo,
Johanna