Abundant Life

Canadian Thanksgiving

Celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving with the family. Not much for today, I just have a thought for you to chew on.
What if you woke up tomorrow with only the things you thanked God for yesterday?
Enjoy the pictures.

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Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

P.S. The Abundant Life Blog now has instagram! Follow for daily inspiration @abundantlifeblog

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, by sarah faith

Seasons Change

64 seasons, 16 years, 10 houses, 6 schools

1 God

Just like the seasons change outside so do the seasons change in our lives.

Recently, my family and I made a big move. It meant a change of everything. It definitely was not easy and it still isn't. But through it I'm learning to put my full trust in God. I'm learning that God has a plan for each and every one of us; so big it's hard to imagine. However, that plan can only be carried out if we let him use us. If we put everything on the line for him.

"For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future."
~ Jeremiah 29:11

We are the hands and feet of Christ and we need to go wherever he calls us to go. He will not give us more than we can handle and he will never, ever leave us. Even though nothing is constant in this life he will always remain constant.

He is my rock.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all yours submit to him and he will make your paths straight."

~ Proverbs 3:5-6

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P.S. To all my friends I left behind. Just because the summer fades into autumn, it doesn't mean the summer is gone forever.

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May 15

May 15th is my favourite day! Its really hard to explain why... it simply just is. No one really seems to understand why so, I wrote a short story to try and explain to you all :) Hope you find or have a fave day too!

Anticipating the ‘Importance of Colour’ and the ‘Power of Words'

She fell asleep listening to the sound of the rain. Her classic novel was slowly falling from her grip. The warm glow of the sunshine gently danced across her face. Daintily, her eyes fluttered open and her lips broke into a blissful smile, today was the day. It was May 15th. She had loved it ever since she was a child however she could never explain why. Today, for everyone else was just another normal day but for her it felt as though she had sprouted wings and could fly away. Although one question lay in the back of her mind, a feeling she could not shake; was it possible to slow down and breathe in the wonderfulness of a day when the rest of society rushes though life without stopping to think just how lucky they are?

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It could be perhaps that she sees the world in colours and today is the most beautiful of them all. Light purple and pastel green to be exact. Or it could be that it reminds her of her childhood. Growing up exploring castles does give one a rather romantic youth. The Scottish countryside during May is the best time of the year however it does not explain the origins of the number “15”. Imaginably it must be a rather purple colour.

Regardless, she hopped out of bed and with a spring in her step floated across her room to gaze out of the window. The remains of a thunderstorm grumbled in the distance but the sun lit up the other half of the sky creating a contrast you don’t typically find in a sky. The grass was sprinkled in rain drops and held a brilliant green colour. The whole world seemed brighter today however it could just be that today was her favourite day. She got ready for highschool and left her house at her same time she does every morning. The breeze smelled like lilacs and whispered sweet nothings in her ear as she walked along. Her first three classes of the day were as usual: vocals, english, andfrench, very much to her taste. The world seemed grey though the students’ eyes as they trudged through the halls with their heads down. She stuck out like a candle in the night. Her presence lit up a room and her smile lifted spirits. Her laughter sounds as though someone had cut up the stars into thousands of little pieces and showered them upon the earth. She was different than the rest. She intended to make everyone feel what she felt because she lived in the light and knew that it brought life. Today was not her birthday or the anniversary of a special event. Today was just simply, her favourite day. She spent lunch with her bestfriend. They had been friends for forever and together were explorers, daring and brave. He loved her amicable demeanor and spontaneous spirit. He had something very special for her to make her day even that much better. Friends are like that. Though, before they continued he had to ask her an important question.

*** A conversation between two bosom friends***

“Today is your favourite day” he suggested but already knew the answer.

She cocked her head and her eyes lit up with curiosity and excitement.

“Yes it is” she teased back.

“Well then, I have something I must ask you.”

She leaned forward as though she might take flight. Hanging on his every word, urging him to continue.

“Shall we have an adventure?”

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, by sarah faith

diy

Easter Eggs

Easter is definitely one of my favourite times of year. The flowers are starting to sprout and you can finally get back to wearing your much neglected spring wardrobe!

With the death and resurrection of Jesus it seems almost suiting that this is also the time of year where we come out of a hard winter and head into beautiful spring!

Making Easter eggs is a great memory from my childhood and they look pretty, so here is my Easter egg inspiration for you!

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Happy Easter everyone!

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, by sarah faith

life

No White Challenge

The No White Food ,one-month April challenge is a great challenge designed to help you add more colour to your diet. With all of the trashy, starchy, processed foods people eat now a days, its very difficult to eat a proper balanced diet.
In this challenge, post your pictures to Instagram of your colourful meals and hashtag them #nowhitefood.

Good luck! I look forward to seeing your creative meal choices and fun photos!

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Goji Berries

Grapefruit

Smoothie

Spring Rolls - Rawlicious

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, by sarah faith

life

Dear little sister...

Dear little sister, today you turn eleven.

You have faced your fair share of adversities for your young age, but you handle them with ease. You are strong and confident and beautiful.

I remember what it was like at your age and I can tell you that it does not get easier from here. The next years of your life are going to be tough but I know that you'll be just fine. My prayer for you is that you don't give in to the ways of this world. Don't get lost in the sea of grey, swept away by the current. You are strong and confident and beautiful.

Trust in God and rely on him. Despite what you may think he knows what is best for you, always! Don't try to fill the God sized hole in your heart with anything else but Him.

Continue to have faith like a child. You are strong and confident and beautiful. You inspire me everyday. You have a great sense of humour and you're always up to something. You make me laugh so hard I cry! You have so much going for you Hun'! Whenever you need anything I'll be right there for you! I will be right beside you through every stage of your life. Don't grow up too fast! You are strong and confident and beautiful.

Dear little sister, today you turn eleven.

Enjoy it!

Love, your big sister <3

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Tea Party

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In an attempt to encourage spring along and spend some girl time together the ladies and I decided to throw a tea party.

Tea parties are basically the most classic activity for you and your girlfriends; wear your fancy dresses and BYOTC (bring your own tea cup). Lots of fun for the spring or summer. Set up a photobooth and take some crazy pics!

While you're at it, try out these great types of loose leaf tea, courtesy of Simply Tea and Chocolates.

Loose leaf tea is better for you than the big name brand teas and the quality is higher!

Hope you enjoy your tea party!

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