Day 05- a picture of your favorite memory

Well, I realized I skipped a day, because of my busyness. You know, just getting my permit. No big deal. Just kidding. I'm, like, very happy that I passed the permit test and am (finally) completely done with drivers ed. Watch out, World! Here I come. Well, not quite yet. I kind of have to practice a lot. Went driving once already...in a parking lot. Didn't go over very well. But at least it was beyond entertaining for all those present. :) Heehee.

Anyways. Today I am supposed to post a picture of my favorite memory. This is hard, because I have so many favorite memories, and it's hard to pick just one in particular. So I'm going to post three pictures, which is completely fine, I think, because its just a challenge to post the pictures. No one ever said I couldn't do multiples... :)
 These are in no particular order. They are numbered according to my ability to find them on our less than organized computer.

#1. Florida. We had a condo right on the gulf of Mexico, and the view was breathtaking. Definitely one of my favorite memories as a family.  Yes, I took this picture from the condo building we were in. The sunrises and sunsets were completely, insanely amazing. Swimming in the ocean and walking along the beach was fun too.

 #2. CHINA.
I loved China. It was amazing. I could post a billion pictures right now, but I'll save that for another time. We went to Beijing where we got to see Tienanmen Square, The Forbidden City, The Temple of Heaven, walk on The Great Wall,  see the almost-finished Olympic buildings, and watch an amazing acrobat show. Tourist must-sees. Then we flew to Chongqing, one of the largest cities in the world, as well as one of the five 'furnaces' of the world. It was really hot there. Ha. But the best part about Chongqing is that it was the place that I first got to meet my beautiful little sister, Ella. She was so little!!! Just adorable. Then we went to Guangzhou and got to do a little more touristic stuff and got to know Ella. This was a once in a lifetime experience and it was definitely one my best memories. :) 

              #3. Anything that happens on just a normal summer day or night.  Whether its swimming all day, playing night games with neighbors, having a campfire, watching sunsets, going for long walks, going to concerts, or anything else that happens during the summer is usually a good memory. This picture just makes me happy.  I can't wait for summer.            

Yes. I think that's a good (and vague) top 3. Hahaa.

Have an awesome day, drink lots of water, go outside, sing really loud, and glorify Jesus!!

(how's that for some good one-sentence advice?)

Also, I think I am going to command you to comment. Just say something like "Hi, you're really weird." Getting comments makes me oddly and infinitely happy. Even if you insult me. Heehee. Well, maybe not.
But comments just make blogging so much more fun. :)
So, you should comment. Kay thanks. :)


♥ Hailey Jo

Day 04- a picture of a habit you wish you didn't have

Yes. Yes, I procrastinate. A lot. Like right now, I should be doing school, cleaning, and/or playing an epic April Fool's joke on someone. But no, I'm sitting here listening to classical music off of someone's blog, and writing this paragraph on the very thing that I shouldn't be doing. Oh, the irony. Anyways. I went swing dancing last night.
Also,  I won the lottery.
And I'm moving to Maryland.


Oh forget it, I'm flat out of good jokes.
Happy April Fools day y'all.
P.S. It's Friday!!!

Day 03- a picture of the cast from your favorite show

Psych, of course.

Day 02- a picture of you and the person you have been close to for awhile

Caitlin Lemmon, for sure. :)  I've known her forever, but I've only gotten to know her in the last couple years. She is such an awesome friend. She is so encouraging and loving and just plain funny. I love you, Carrot! :) This picture is from last summer. Good times :)

Day 01- a picture of yourself and 15 facts

1. I love Jesus. Without Him, I would be nothing.
2. I listen to music pretty much 24/7
3. I've always been fascinated with the sky. It goes on forever, you know. :)
4. I read a lot.
5. I write even more.
6. I'm getting my permit in 4 days.
7. I love being a girl. I will unashamedly admit that my bedroom is, as a matter of fact, primarily decorated with flowers, hearts, and butterflies. and, yes, my phone is pink.
8. 2 Corinthians 12:9 is one of my favorite verses.
9. I have a heart for missions.
10. Raisin Bran is the best cereal.
11. I can't make up my mind about my favorite color.
12. I love my friends.
13. Florida is my second favorite state. With Minnesota as my obvious first favorite.
14. I enjoy sleep however overrated it may seem. 
15. 'tis my age.

Hey! So, everyone has been doing this "30 day photo challenge" on Facebook.  It looks like fun, but only for the person doing it. Its like photo spam for everyone else. So I got this brilliant idea to do the challenge on my blog, and spare my friends on Facebook. :) 

We'll see how this goes. 

Day 01- a picture of yourself and 15 facts
Day 02- a picture of you and the person you have been close to for awhile
Day 03- a picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 04- a picture of a habit you wish you didn't have
Day 05- a picture of your favorite memory
Day 06- a picture of a person you would love to trade places with for a day
Day 07- a picture of your most treasured possession
Day 08- a picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 09- a picture of the person that has gotten you through the most
Day 10- a picture of the person you do the most messed up things with
Day 11- a picture of something you hate
Day 12- a picture of something you love
Day 13- a picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14- a picture of someone you could never imagine your life without
Day 15- a picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16- a picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17- a picture of someone who has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18- a picture of your biggest insecurity
Day 19- a picture of you when you were little
Day 20- a picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21- a picture that makes you laugh
Day 22- a picture of something you wish you were better at
Day 23- a picture of your favorite book
Day 24- a picture of something you wish you could change
Day 25- a picture of your day
Day 26- a picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27- a picture of yourself and a family member
Day 28- a picture of something your afraid of
Day 29- a picture that can always make you smile
Day 30- a picture of someone you miss

Today I: will be doing a lot of school work, drivers ed homework, and hula hooping.

I'm feeling: thankful. 

I'm wearing: sweatpants, t-shirt, and my favorite sweatshirt. its a comfy day.

Outside my window: I'm trying to imagine what it would look like if it was summer. I think i forgot.

A song that's stuck in my head: Girl Next Door, by Saving Jane. HA.

Something that has inspired me recently: the realization that summer is just around the corner:)

A prayer of my heart today:
For all of the people affected by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, and for all of the relief efforts... and that God will be glorified even in the most devastating of circumstances.

I am reading: My drivers ed manual. Who knew that "car A" and "car B" would both have the right-of-way if it wasn't for "pedestrian 2"? I know I didn't.

I am thinking: about how much i would love to walk outside and not get frost bit.

A scripture verse or passage of scripture that has stuck out to me: Hebrews 10, 11, and 12

A spiritual lesson I'm learning: God is teaching me how to live in such a way that it is obvious to everyone that Christ is my only Treasure.

 A picture i would like to share:
Dear Winter,
Just...go away.
Thanks,
Hailey
(This is the dreary view of the sky from my window...so sad. but a cool picture nonetheless.)

"Rejoice always..."
 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Have a great day :)

In Christ alone,