A Little Bit About Me

Girls, check it out! Two blogs in one week? That is unheard of. Just trying to stay true to my word and blog more often! Anyway, I did this fun questionnaire on my own blog and it was super fun so I thought I'd share it with y'all. I'd love to hear some of your answers! Hope you enjoy!

1. What is your favorite thing to snack on while your blogging?

This would be hands down, Dove Milk Chocolates. I’m enjoying one right this very moment. They don’t get your hands all sticky and dirty when you’re typing. Plus, sometimes those inspirational sayings get me all inspired. Profound, I know. (Shout out to my 2:42 loves!)

My two most current inspirational sayings:

“Success is the sum of many small efforts.”

“Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die tomorrow.”

If those words don’t change your life I don’t know what will.

2. What is one thing you don't want to live without?

Water. Not really for drinking, (although I do love drinking it) but more for bathing. I am OCD when it comes to shower cleanliness and after spending a week in Mexico with only one shower, I’ve come to the conclusion that I do not like living without water.

3. Beach, Mountains, or Farm? Where would you live if you had a choice?

This is a huge tossup between the mountains and the beach. I have to say though, that if you lived by a beach you could only really be able to enjoy it for so many months, whereas the mountains you can enjoy year round. So, I’ll go with the mountains.

4. What's your least favorite chore/household duty?

I’d have to go with laundry. I don’t mind putting it in the washer and dryer, it’s the getting-out-and-hanging-up-or-putting-away-before-wrinkling that I really loathe.

5. Who do people say you remind them of?

Not a fat clue. But one time my aunt told me I looked like Jennifer Garner. True or not, I’ll take it!

6. Prefer parties and socializing or staying home with the fam?

I love both. I’m such a people person and love, love socializing, but I also really enjoy some comfy couch time at home just relaxing.

7. What's your all time favorite movie?

This is super hard! I’m easily entertained so I enjoy a lot of movies, but I think I’ll have to go with Father of the Bride. It’s such a classic and without a doubt I cry every time as George (Steve Martin) is about to walk Annie (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) down the aisle. In his words, “This was the moment I'd been dreading for the past six months. Well, actually for the past 22 years.” Tear.

8. Do you sleep in your make-up or remove it like a good little girl every night?

I am a very, very good girl. I haven’t missed a night of washing my face since 7th grade. And I’m not even exaggerating or kidding. There are few (okay, maybe not “few”) things in life I’m anal about and this is one of them. Let’s face it, I didn’t go on Accutane two years ago to ruin my face now by not washing it. We’re not going down that road again!

9. Do you have a hidden talent or a deep desire to learn something that you've never had a chance to learn? What is it?

Maybe it’s my obsession with Biggest Loser? I don’t know, but I think it would be fun to be a Personal Trainer. That’s so weird, I know. But to make it non-weird, I also think it would be neat if I could dance really well. Or maybe even be a counselor? I honestly have no clue. There is a fog in my brain and at the moment it’s all I could come up with. So much of a fog that this was the last question I answered. I was that lost.

10. What's one strange thing you're really good at?

I don’t know if it’s strange, but I think I’m pretty good at planning events. I am a very detailed person so this really helps in the process. I’m also strangely good at making custom plates for people with my super neat handwriting. Or writing on anything for that matter. (Another thing I’m good at, I guess?) Speaking of those plates, I’ve totally fallen off that bandwagon for the time being. I’m just too busy to actually sit down and do them.

11. What first attracted you to your spouse?

This is not applicable to my life. But if I did have a spouse, I’d like to say it was his eyes and sense of humor. And if you want Godly, I guess how much he loves Jesus! Hey, a girl can dream can’t she? See #2 quote on question #1. Words to live by, folks. Words to live by.

12. What is something you love to smell?

I love the way Clorox bleach smells. It’s that super clean smell that gives you a sense of satisfaction. But I also love Laugh by Brighton. Hence why I wear it.

13. Tell something about you that you know irritates people.

Besides talking about my singleness…Ha!

No, I’m not the best about staying in touch with those who live far away. I would much rather see them face to face and enjoy their company, which makes talking on the phone super hard for me. I do it, but I’m not the best at it.

14. When you have extra money, what's the first thing you think to do with it?

Easy. I’m a girl. I love to shop.

15. Are you a silent laugher or a loud laugher? What makes you laugh the hardest?

Again, both. Most times I start out loud, with a super high pitch at the end, but if it continues to be funny, or I’m really tickled, I go into the silent, snorty (is that a word?), hard to breathe laugh. To say that laughing is my favorite hobby would be the biggest understatement of my life. I’ve been known to laugh a time or two during inappropriate situations. Like say funerals, or when a deaf man took my order at TGI Friday’s once, or when my BFF and I were singing at our other BFF’s wedding and during the middle of the song, the unity candle popped out of the holder and we were worthless. Thankfully we pulled it together, but really? Worst timing ever.

16. Where is your favorite place to shop?

Target. Forever 21. Ross. TJ Maxx. Gap. Macy’s.

17. What is one thing you would do more often if you had more time?

I would probably read and write more often. Although I’m not the best writer, I do thoroughly enjoy it.

18. Are you a big spender or frugal?

I am frugal for the mere fact that I never buy anything at full price. I am a super great bargain shopper thanks to my mom, however, I’ll spend a chunk of money, on non-full price items every few months.

19. Who is your favorite character of all time? (from a movie or a book, can't be real)

I’d have to say either Michael Hosea from Francine River’s Redeeming Love or Michael Vaughn from my all time favorite T.V. show Alias. Two completely different characters, yes, but I think the way they’re both passionate about what they do and fight for the people they love is why I love them so much. How ironic that they’re both Michael’s? I just realized that. Maybe it’s a sign. But it’s probably not.

20. Would you want to be famous?

I go back and forth. I think for a time it would be fun. Not super famous like Oprah, Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt or so on, but I think it would be fun to excel at something for enough people to notice where you get all the perks of being famous. What I would not like is the fact that I’d have no privacy and people constantly judging every cookie I put in my mouth or step I took. And I always wonder if famous people are really happy? I mean, where does their joy come from? The fact that people love them and are obsessed with them? I think that’s strange. So maybe it’d be fun for a day or two.

There you have it, folks. The randomness that is Lindsee Lou. It would be fun if you did this, too!

Love,
Lindsee

Behind The Scenes

Hey girls! How is life? Look at me. I said I'd be all better about blogging here and clearly, I am failing miserably. Anyway, our retreat is in a little over 2 weeks. Can you believe it? Yours truly has hit the ground running with all things details for the retreat and all I'm sayin' is, you do not want to miss out.

In case you haven't seen the brochure, here is a little bit more about the retreat.

Scripture: Psalm 32:3-5 “When I refused to confess my sin, my body wasted away, and I groaned all day long. Day and night your hand of discipline was heavy on me. My strength evaporated like water in the summer heat. Finally, I confessed all my sins to you and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, “I will confess my rebellion to the LORD.” And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone.” (NLT)

In today’s culture we all go and go and go and put on a façade that all is okay, but the truth is we are all dealing with real issues, and most times, no one, not even our closest friends know what’s going on with us. It is my heart’s desire that each and every girl that comes to the retreat would feel the freedom to be real and talk about what’s going on behind the scenes of our everyday lives. God doesn’t call us to live a secret, shame-filled life, but one of great freedom and life to the fullest. Psalm 32 will take us through this process and it is a sweet one. It’s a psalm of thanksgiving that I am praying we all leave changed by! You can also check out the song, Behind the Scenes, by Francesca Battistelli as that is our theme song for the weekend.

Date: November 13th – 14th

Place: Embassy Suites Houston – Energy Corridor
11730 Katy Freeway,
Houston, Texas 77079

Worship Leader: Jourdan Burks (www. jourdanburks.com)

Speaker: Chandra Peele (www.gabministries.com)

Cost: $60 (Includes: Room cost, breakfast & lunch on Saturday, t-shirt, and other fun stuff.) *Scholarships are available

Who: ALL Middle School & High School Girls (6th- 12th grade)

Time: Friday @ 6:00 p.m. – Saturday @ 4:00 p.m.

Registration Deadline: November 1st at midnight

Frequently Asked Questions:

1) Do I need to provide transportation to and from the retreat?
Yes, as a parent you are responsible for getting your girl to the retreat and back. Since it is only a short distance it is cheaper than providing transportation. However, feel free to carpool with other girls, meet somewhere and come together. I know a lot of groups have talked about doing this and I think that is very fun, and wise.

2) Will there be a chaperone in each room?
Yes, there will be at least one adult/college lady in each room. Each room is a suite which holds 6 girls, so there will be 4-5 girls in each room with one adult.

3) Do I need to eat dinner on Friday night before I come?
Yes, Saturday breakfast and lunch will be provided and we will have snacks all throughout the weekend, but it is your responsibility to eat before you come.

4) How many nights is it?
One night only and will conclude at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.

5) Is a t-shirt included in the price?
Yes, this year when you register and pay, you are automatically guaranteed a t-shirt if you register by Nov 1st. That is why we you to fill out the exact size you want on your registration form.

6) Will my daughter be in a room with her friends?
Each of the girls will be in a room with their grade. So, I can’t promise that she’ll be in a room with all of her friends; however, we have a spot on the registration form to request 2 roommates of your choice. I will do my best to put the roommate choices in with one another. She will know at least one or two girls in her room for sure. Especially if your daughter has invited a guest, I’ll be sure to place them together.

7) Can my daughter come early/leave early?
Yes, for sure. However, if that is the case I need to know by you filling out the time away form that can be found in the student ministry office. This must be signed by one parent.

8) How can I register?
You can either register by going online to cypressbible.org/students and click on the web link or you can pick up a registration form in the Service Station or SM Alcove, fill it out, attach a check/cash and turn in to one of the 3 tool boxes. If you register online you have the option of paying with a credit card.

Well sweet girls, I hope that each of you are planning on coming and bringing a friend. It is going to be a blast and I absolutely cannot wait! If you enjoyed it last year, you have no idea what you're in for this year.

Thank you for letting me serve you girls and for making is so much fun!

Lindsee