╰☆☆ 𝐻𝑒𝓁𝓁𝑜, 2019 ☆☆╮

Well, here we are…2019!

It’s always so refreshing to start off a New Year by going over goals, dreams and passions. I like to look back and see all the amazing good (and yes, even the unfortunate bad) that has happened – and see how it will shape how I can grow in the new year to come.

– Focused on Having a Godly Perspective –

Something that’s even more vital that the external ambitions around us that deserves great attention is the internal. Something the Lord has been teaching me recently is priorities from His perspective. Do I truly put Him first in all I do? Am I allowing my “to-do” list to get in the way of relationship with the King? If we’re truly honest with ourselves, speaking from my own experience, I’m embarrassed to say that doesn’t always happen.

Thank God for His grace. Thank God that when I choose Him, He embraces my imperfections and sees me as I ought to be.

– True Peace –

A good way for me to know if my priorities are in line with a Godly perspective is this: I experience His peace. Human peace will change based on circumstance. Godly peace is fixed because of what Jesus did that allows me to walk in true freedom. If I become anxiety-driven over circumstances, I am forgetting who I am in Christ. How do I know who I am in Christ? Spending time in His Word. If I am experiencing Godly peace, I am quick to use His Word to confidently tackle the trials.

It’s quite simple, really. We’re the ones who complicate it.

– Looking Forward –

So, as I look at my goals for the year ahead, I commit to checking my heart’s motives: Allowing God to clean anything that isn’t beneficial to my relationship with Christ, and allowing grace to continuously cover me if I need correction.

Remember that God loves you very much and wants only the best for you. I encourage you to let Him to be your “priority planner” for this beautiful new year ahead. ❤

“…But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 3:13-14

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Updates from Christie

Welcome to my new and improved website!

Notice something different? Why not change up my website in conjunction with a change to my last name! :-)

I am excited to finally get this new website design launched for my online community. I feel it is imperative to get the new look up and running!

 

Where have I been since the last post? How about...

• Wedding preparations...and more prep...and MORE prep
• Getting married!! 4.22.16 <3
• Honeymoon getaway in Maui
• Settling in a new part of town (still in Phoenix, but now with a hubby and new place!)
• Re-organizing and planning
• Seeing "what's next"
• Working on the side!

So...what's next (for the blog)??

1) Our wedding photos (and reviews): Since a good chunk of time derived of wedding planning and preparation from Jan-April, I figure once my professional photos arrive, I'll include a post of photos from my wedding (PS – Shout-out, as I am SUPER thankful to family and friends who captured moments like below to "hold us over" Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU)! I loved being able to plan out my own wedding, and cannot wait to share more about the journey!

My husband and I on our wedding day!

Our first dance... <3

2) "Mauimoon" photos: ALSO...be on the lookout for a post with an amazingly awesome photo shoot from our Honeymoon in Maui! I cannot wait to share those! Here are two sneak-peak pics in the meantime...

"Mauimoon" – Luau in Lahaina

"Mauimoon" – Last dinner in Maui before coming back to Phoenix

As a heads up for all my future clients reading this post, I like to combine a little bit of my professional work with personal "day-to-day" on my blogs. I love doing life creatively, so the two worlds sometimes inevitably combine. I hope this mix helps you get a taste of my personality, as I look forward to the opportunity of working with you!

 

So...what's next (for the business)??

As you can see, there are some newly listed business services I provide! I would love for you to explore each area. I make sure to provide excellence in each category, and I am also happy to send reviews to give you the best assurance of my professionalism and experience level. There are still areas under contruction, but I believe what is provided is a great base for launching the updated website design. Stay tuned for more updates! :-)

Until next time, have a creative day!

<3 Christie