Fall for you.

Tis almost the season to be jolly.

2011-10-15T15:43:00.000-07:00

It's always the season to be jolly around here. But specifically Christmas. I'm excited out of my mind that fall is almost here already.

Have you ever looked up things that represent Christmas? I was (not so) shocked (actually) to find that freaky, flashy tacky, sweaters was a top hit.

And this may sound strange but, I am an artificial tree person my self. I miss the smell of a real tree but Yankee Candle has something to help with that.

But, seriously. I am feeling quite partial to pink Christmas trees this year. You may laugh. Yes, you may.

I mean look at that? What else would you want in the center of your living room. A green one?

I think not.

So true.

2011-10-15T15:39:00.001-07:00

Smiles

2011-09-24T06:22:00.000-07:00

You know those days, the kind of days that you want to say something, but you don't know what. Or you have something to say and you just don't know how to say it? Yup. This is my day.

My week has been slightly overwhelming. I had been praying for God to give me opportunities to minister to people in my church, and others just around me. May it be babysitting, cleaning their house, it didn't matter to me. I started praying with expectancy of a speedy answer. That's something I've been trying to do, don't pray and think of a second resort for your answer and just hope God will bless it. Expect Him to answer and provide.

So why has my week been overwhelming? Because God is wonderful. Thursday night I went with my older sister and a friend to babysit three *adorable* children, ages 7,3, and 1. It was such fun! How can you go wrong with cute kids, fun games, and Barbie Princess and Pauper????

Friday, I woke up very early, got some things done, accomplished much that day with school, and left around 5:00pm to go babysit for a church with my two sisters and a friend.

14 children under the age of 8..... One word. Entertaining.

We babysat from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.

Today We babysit again from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Then from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

I am one happy camper.

Notes and notebooks

2011-09-19T18:55:00.000-07:00

2011-09-06T19:40:00.000-07:00

Happily. Ever. After.

2011-09-06T19:31:00.000-07:00

Books.

The End.

2011-09-06T12:18:00.000-07:00

So. Most of you probably haven't heard of my love for the sound of the cello. Yo yo ma is sublime.

BUT. I have got to tell you about this new guy. Steven Sharp Nelson, is the guy I'm talking about. Oh yes. He's incredible. The pianist who accompanies him in some of his music is Jon Schmidt. He too is the bomb.

Here is Steven's 'The cello song' Prepare yourself. It's going to knock your socks off.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ry4BzonlVlw

Here's another one of my favorites from Les Miserables. (Which is the most incredible story but and even better musical!)
This is, Bring him home.

http://youtu.be/5mJ08-pyDLg

But they have dozens of others that are SO amazing.

And they definitely make Algebra go a lot faster.

2011-09-06T12:05:00.000-07:00

2011-08-17T20:36:00.000-07:00

Just some more photos that I took last night. :)

Productivity.

2011-08-17T12:41:00.001-07:00

Hello beautiful people.

I have ultimately decided that I need a camera. Yes it's true. I love photography with all of my heart (not really all of my heart, but a good piece of my heart). But I do not own a camera.

I need money. What's up with that stuff? It's here one second gone the next. Some might say it's because I'm a girl. Which is mostly true. I need to think further into my future. And get my priorities straight. Which means number one is to save.

When I take photos I generally use my sisters camera. She's my hero. And a kickin' photographer. (Her link is the Vita Scena Photography at the end of Photography. Love.)

So anyway. Despite the fact I need money for a camera. (Actually both would be nice....but anyway...) I have so enjoyed blogging the past few weeks. It kind of seemed like a dropped off the planet for a while. However I did not.

Two weeks ago my cell phone charger broke. I was in Florida when it happened and didn't get a new until yesterday. I have had the most productive two weeks of my life. Seriously. If I wasn't taking pictures or with friends, I was cleaning, crocheting, cooking, blogging, reading my Bible. My room has never been more clean. EVER. I think I going to start turning off my cell phone all the time except for when I really need it.

I have also decided that between the hours of 4pm and 8pm photos look. incredible.

I will have photos up later! (Yes my cell phone is turned off, can you feel the vibes of productivity???)

Love you guys.

These are a few of my favorite things.

2011-08-14T19:12:00.000-07:00

Some pictures I took tonight in my bedroom of some awesome magazines.

I have super enjoyed shooting photos with the Nikon D40x. It's been incredible. :)

2011-08-13T15:12:00.000-07:00

One of the happiest things in the world. A carrousel.

This was photographed in St. Augustine.

2011-08-09T20:06:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow I'm going to St. Augsutine. One of my most favorite places in the world. So looking forward to photo's a get to take. The picture below pretty much describes the feeling.

More to come!

2011-08-08T10:30:00.000-07:00

2011-08-08T10:09:00.000-07:00

Meet, Ella. Possibly one of the most adoable little girls on planet earth.

First day of real sunshine.

2011-08-06T18:14:00.000-07:00

So I arrived in Florida Thursday morning around 2:00a.m.

I left the next morning to hang with some friends for a birthday party of a friend of mine, that was an all day event. We had our makeup done, then we left to have our hair done, then we went to the beach to hang out and have a photo shoot done.

It was, by all means, an incredible day. I didn't get home until 1ish. (I'm so exhausted. But it's a good kind of exhausted, the happy kind.) Here are some photo's.

Brianna

Rachel and Mia.

Funny story, while hanging all over the lifeguard stand that says "Stay off" We hear over the loudspeakers "Please get off the life gaurd stands!" And we all jumped off.

Rachel

I have way more to come.

2011-07-29T20:10:00.000-07:00

I know what you're all thinking (seriously, I do). She's back and trying to attempt this again. And you're right. >BUT< Give me a second chance! Here are some photos from our adventuring in the last few days.

This is our intimidating look.

Eli, being cute. Which is very normal.

Frightening picture of me.

Sisters. Goodness, I love those girls.

I promise to have more coming soon.

Love you guys!

2011-05-19T19:22:00.000-07:00

So, something you've probably noticed is that "call it what you want" is... well, Euphoria. However it's still call it what you want. I just decided to call it Euphoria. Also, my follower of the month thing, was an obvious fail. As also you have noticed. I have learned through this however..... Never dedicate yourself to anything in the blogger world. Because frankly, I'm sick of apologizing.

Here is some of my latest photography from a wedding rehearsal dinner, for a friend.

Trevor, Daniel, Aaron, Adam, and Taylor. (aka the groomsmen. However I just noticed that there's one missing...)

everyone!

Love ya!!!

What's been up with me since March .

2011-04-28T10:09:00.000-07:00

Well, as of right now I am blogging this from a Starbucks. The electricity in my house has been out since Yesterday around 9:30pm. We had countless tornado warnings, and hail the size of golf balls. In a near by city they had hail the size of grapefruit. I consider myself blessed. I spent most of my night in the floor in my basement, or under a mattress. I did finally go upstairs to sleep around 5:30. I am by all means Exhausted.

Praying for many people in Alabama and nearby places that were effected by last nights storms.

I've actually forgotten everything that's been going on since March. I went to a conference, I've been to Nashville three times, Chattanooga twice, and just weekly things. I have soooo many photo's to upload and I promise to have them up soon!

Well for now, I will drink my coffee, and talk to ya'll later.

Love ya!

Nothing much to say.

2011-03-09T18:39:00.000-08:00

Usually I love to write, but for some reason I can't really find words. And most of the time when I can't find words, I use pictures, but even my pictures haven't been very grand lately. I'm working on that though.

I don't want to talk about how busy I am, and I'm not making excuses for myself, I just want everyone to know that life has been a whirlwind lately. I am leaving for Raleigh in the morning. (That is not an excuse it's an explanation!)

I love blogging, it's just that Twitter, Facebook, Gmail buzz, etc. Are so much faster.

I am still working on the layouts for my blog. It's driving me crazy! I can't seem to get it right. And yes I changed the name. Again. I'm still working on that too.

This is all I have to say.

Here's looking at you kid.

-Madison

I. Promise. Happy birthday fiesta. And I. Love. that. City.

2011-02-03T16:42:00.000-08:00

I promise. I will have a blog post coming soon with photos from my life.. I have been so booked with busyness. That it's not even funny.

I'm getting ready for a sisters night fiesta on Saturday, (My little sister is turning 13 Happy birthday!).

Then a trip to Nashville on Sunday.

Then I will be home for like two or three days, and I'm going back to Nashville for the week. (Which I am really excited about) I get to spend a lot of time in the Gaylord Opryland hotel. I am gleaming with bliss. Ah. It's going to be wonderful. To say the least. I. Love. That. City.

In march I'm going to Raleigh for a conference, about a week later I'm going to Ohio to visit some friends, and another conference. April (If not before then) I'm going to Florida for a few weeks. I will have a trip to Louisiana very shortly after that. Then in October we will head to Asheville for about a week. ( I usually don't plan that far into my future.. this is strange..)

Then it's all a blur. And that's usually when I look back and realize that wow. We've been over 5,000 miles.. in 3 months. ... in one car... Goodness grief.

Anyway, I'm in the process of fixing my blog header. I am very much not pleased with it. Any ideas on something new?? I desperately need help and ideas. Even a new name. What's something that describes my blog??

Love you all!!

Yes. Finally.

2011-01-24T17:24:00.000-08:00

No I have not fallen off the face of the earth. No I have not been cut off from all communications. No I have not been sleeping all of this time. I have in fact been waiting. A very long time, for the lap top to get back. It finally has. And I am oh so very happy. Here are some pictures from the Love the Church conference.

Wonderful music and singers!

One of my favorite speakers. Paul Washer.

These are the only ones I had time to upload on here. There are MANY more. Like even from Thanksgiving. That was a long time ago y'all.

Love everyone!!!

2010-12-24T21:45:00.000-08:00

I seriously feel confused. And I need to get my priorities straight. The laptop just got back. and I have so many photos it's not funny. But I refuse to rush on a blog post with photos.

Mainly because every time I rush, the photos don't turn out right. And I'm never pleased. I love photography to much to spend so much time taking pictures, and very little time editing them.

I'm saving it up for you. (Can you take the suspense?)

I'll start editing tonight though.

By the way....

Merry Christmas!!!!!

(Oh good grief! That's right? I'll have pictures from that too..... Ah!)

It's late apparently!

Love y'all!

Tis' the season to be jolly. fa la la la la la la la la.

2010-12-20T20:32:00.000-08:00

Oh the enthusiasm of this season. Isn't it just yummy? I love it. Family coming into to town. Last minute shopping. wrapping presents. Baking food. Praising God for what He has given me. That I could never deserve.

Here's a quick random bunny trail: Every year me and my siblings vote on who is "head elf" for Christmas. That means who is in charge of wrapping the main presents, and being bossy.. and things like that. This year... I was voted out. I didn't even make fourth elf. Not even "replacement elf". I felt so left out. ( actually I still feel left out.) But I guess I deserved it.. Last year I was quite the.. ummm... Enthusiastic "head elf"... (That's a good word...)

So anyway. I'm not bitter about it. (Not much.)

I also love the music in this season... Actually I even love it before the season starts... Like in July...or April...

You can't beat the classics of Frank Sinatra singing Jingle Bells. Or Nat King Cole and Oh come all ye' faithful. Goodness. If people can sing like that here, in a world full of sin. Who can imagine what the voices will sound like in Heaven? (You can't.)

Last Sunday after church we all sang hymns for like an hour. It was so amazing. Just an hour to lift our voices to praise the King. How awesome listening to children sing that really care and have such a heart for Christ.

I love it.

So stay warm, and remember to praise God and give Him all the glory in this wonderful season he has blessed us with!

Love ya all!

To love the Church, TFO, puppets, and don't dance.

2010-12-14T14:50:00.000-08:00

Hello, hello. So. I just got back from an awesome conference.Called to Love the Church, speakers like Paul Washer, Doug Phillips, Joel Beeke, etc. About 8 sermons a day. For three days. It was amazing. To say the least. We took an awesome friend, Kayla. and a ton of other friends were there.

One of the really awesome things that happened there, was that my sister and friend Kayla, called me into the parking lot freaking out, they then took me to the back of a white van, and showed me the "teens4orphans.org" bumper sticker. So I texted Kade, slightly freaking out at the thought of there being someone from Arkansas who knew the same people, and were for the same small organization, and just happened to park their car next to mine. So he told me who they were, ( he also suggested I camp out by there car? Which was a no go for me.)

Anyway. I never found them.

Since my last blog post, The Living Christmas tree play was amazing. It has snowed. A lot. Therefore I have not gone running. I have not had to use the pepper spray. We did not watch Casablanca, we watched Amazing Grace.

I still have no pictures.... I mean I have a ton... Just not on my computer yet. We have not taken the laptop to the Genius Bar. Yet.

This is random.. Slightly....

A few weeks ago we were going to a festival and this was my little brother, and father's conversation:

Dad: "Son you have to go to sleep"
Eli: "Why?"
Dad: "Because we have to go to a festival in the morning"
Eli: "Yaya!"
Dad: "yup so you need to get some sleep"
Eli: " Wait... Will there be puppets?!!??"
Dad: " What?!"
Eli: "Will there be puppets?!"
Dad: " Probably not..."
Eli: "Aww man... I love those things."
Dad: " I'll buy you some socks, don't worry."
Eli:" What?"
Dad: "never mind...."

It just makes me laugh. And when my brother starts to dance, and my father tells him... " Son... Stop... Men don't dance."

I love it.

Hopefully pictures to come soon! I will up load some cute videos though in the mean time.

Love ya all!

Charles, pepper spray, bears, and a Mac book Pro.

2010-12-03T19:51:00.000-08:00

So I know that because I haven't posted any thing else lately, you guys think I'm some sort of horrible person. I'm really not. I have friends that can testify for me.

Anyway.

My sister's laptop (the one we download all of our photos to), isn't working....Again... It's a Mac Book Pro. It's built to work.

Anyway,

we go to the Genius bar tomorrow, hopefully we won't get Charles again, he's never a help. He just doesn't have that glow of blissfulness like the people on their commercials. Which is only typical. Anyway, enough about Chuck.

Tomorrow I head to a Christmas party type of thing. It should be a blast. But you won't get to see any pictures, unless Charles can fix Alyssa's computer.

When I get home, I plan on going for a run/jog/walk... I'm carrying pepper spray with me on my run/jogs/walks. I was very hesitant at first, only because the kind I have is for bears, it sprays a steady stream of fiery stinging pain for 30 feet..... Who would have ever thought that such a thing exists? But if anyone messes with me, I'm pretty sure they won't do it again. So next time you see an innocent 14 year old girl, running/jogging/walking down the road, think twice... She's carrying pepper spray. The kind for bears.

Sunday, I have church, <3, then around 3:00pm, I am heading to the Living Christmas tree play. It's suppose to be really good. I keep hearing about Angels that fly over the stage? Yeah. So That will be a blast, plus because we're going with some friends.

Now I am off to watch an adorable movie, either Amazing Grace or Casablanca. I'm voting on Casablanca. :)

So here's looking at you kids.

Love ya all!

2010-11-27T17:10:00.000-08:00

We have a massive hill behind our house... it was kind of rainy that day, and Eli, Dad, Abby, and Alyssa were outside raking. Eli wanted to know when it would be time to play, knowing dad, he wanted to play more than the 7 year old did. So this is what he came up with:

ever heard of Extreme Fall sledding?..... Hmm, that's weird, neither had I until this.

Even the big kids. And you know, when I least expect Alyssa to do something, she does it.

Not sure how this happened, I guess it could be blamed on the fact that leaves are less stable, compared to snow? Or concrete?

He was a happy camper.

Love ya all! I promise to have more soon... I think..... I hope...

For you Fashion Bugs.

2010-11-23T18:34:00.000-08:00

Hello, my super fabulous blogger people. Check out a new website, called Fashion bug: www.limegreenandteal.blogspot.com It's totally awesome! Be sure to follow, leave a comment, and post it on your site. I'm seeing giveaways in the near future. I'll also be doing some of the main photography for it. It just got started so be a big encouragement!

I have a post coming soon about, sliding down hills, leaves, and a snow disc... Use your imagination.

Love ya all!

Braided pigtails, cupcakes, and kisses.

2010-11-19T18:47:00.001-08:00

I never wear pigtails, or braids, and never usually both together. But I did the other day. And felt the need to take a picture. ahhh the reasons I need to take a photo.

My twin. :)

These are super great to eat ( as most of you know...) But there super fun to play with.

These colors make me laugh, because When Alyssa and I were enjoying these lovely little chocolates,

I said" "What's up with these colors? I love it!"

Alyssa: "Are you joking?"

Me: "No.... Why?"

Alyssa: "Ummm.. Hello! Halloween!"

Me: "ohhhh..."

Time to dye my roots again.

Cupcakes!

They were fab. And also gluten free.

I had my first Algebra lesson today. I actually loved it. Tonight I plan to debate my sisters on what movie to watch, which usually only takes a few hours to decide. We're girls. As someone once told me, " Yeah, but that's your only excuse..." True, true....

Love cha all!

Fall.For.You.

2010-11-19T18:11:00.000-08:00

Yeah, this is what me and my younger siblings do on cold fall days.

these are some pictures I had taken the other day. ( Hence the fact that I left out 'random')

The Bonfire.

2010-11-18T18:34:00.000-08:00

One of my gorgeous sisters.

All of the photos in this blog post go to the credit of my little sister Abigail.

Caroline and I.

Katie, and the adorable little Hudson girls! Ahh. The cuteness of those kids is overwhelming.

Abigail has a beautiful way of capturing people. It's honestly great.

Hayrides..... I love hayrides.

Catherine... She's such a doll.

Charis, and Lauren. I love these two girls.

Have a super great night! (I will have another blog post with photos coming soon).......... ( I promise).....

Madison :)

Everything.

2010-11-14T15:59:00.000-08:00

Hello, my lovely blogger people. So I have pictures... Lots of them.... Really... I do.

I've been busy, (Duh, yeah, who isn't?) I've had school, oh yes, that lovely little thing called school, that we all do five days a week (maybe more depending on how disciplined you are.)

but, last night we went to a bonfire, it was grand. Really like it was nothing but wonderful. Hayrides, cute cows, friends, adorable little kids, cool versions of hide and go seek. Yeah, so really need I say more?..... Okay, So I have pictures to post. then I also have photo's from fort Loudon, which I went to last Wednesday with some friends (talk about cute kids... you'll see what I'm talking about when I post pictures.)

So would you rather see pictures from the bonfire, or Fort Loudon? Which should I do first? Decisions, decisions.

I just finished making cupcakes (which made me think of Jessica. :) So if you know me, you know how I love to bake, but if you really know me, you know that not much turns out.

So get this. These. Cupcakes. turned. out. great! I am gleefully intoxicated with happiness.

God is so good to me. Too good to me. His Grace, and mercy, is too overwhelming for me to comprehend.

“Christians don’t think God will love us because we’re good, but God will make us good because He loves us.” - C.S. Lewis

"You have gone into the Temple and found Him, as always, there." -C.S. Lewis

I just super liked these two quotes. Because I am undeserving. And I've found that, no matter how far I stray , He stays right there. He is so faithful.

Love you guys!

Have a super fun night!

Red Black and white = UGA

2010-11-08T18:37:00.000-08:00

So The Georgia vs. Florida game was, October 30th. We lost by a field goal. (To my Gator fan friends: It's very lame to win by just a field goal!!!) (.... No, I'm not bitter..... Not much anyway.....)

It was a fun day though.

That day, I text Caroline. Pretty much all day, it was on and off.

No Georgia game is complete with out southern sweet iced tea. However, when your texting and filling a pot up with water at the same time, you get a fail. It wouldn't have been so bad if I hadn't done this three times in 15 minutes.

I don't know why I felt the need to share this with you?

We altered the cookies to fit into our ~~ritual~~ celebration.

E was holding his ears because of the screaming. He's such a doll.

OH my word! My picasa up-loader just told me I'm out of space! And I was in the middle of uploading a cute picture of my dog in a UGA jersey. Oh well. Time to delete some photos.

Love you all!

I should have more pictures later this week.

Madison

Family photos. Black and white.

2010-11-08T17:58:00.000-08:00

So. Last Saturday, we decided to take family pictures, Christmas pictures, New Years pictures, call it what you will.

I have ~~good looking~~ VERY good looking parents.

My bother is such a goof.

three ladies, and one little dude.

I *heart* my daddy.

Yesterday.

2010-11-03T17:50:00.000-07:00

I enjoy being random. And Abby enjoys helping me. We're a group,or a team, we work together.

We left our house, so that mom and Alyssa could go vote, then we dropped Alyssa off at Kayla's house (a friend). Then we went to the apple barn. And I enjoyed taking pictures. In the front seat. All the way there.

The Apple Barn.

The boy with the carmel apple, filled bag.

He was a handsome, happy, little man.

Later that night.

Okay! So I've officially Caught up on my posting!

Love you all!!!

Madison

Super fun. no...... Super duper fun.

2010-11-03T17:02:00.000-07:00

Our friends came in town Saturday, and we met with them Monday morning for breakfast. After breakfast we left the cabin, and headed to a hike. (kinda')

L to R (Back row) Abby, Brianna, and Rachel, (front row) Me, Suzy, and Alyssa.

Brianna!

Daniel, and Mr. Diego.

Me, Abby, Brianna, Alyssa, Daniel, Jordan, Luke, Suzy, Rachel, and Elijah!

Jordan.

Then we all went to Gatlinburg. Which is always the most fun place ever.

(I know your all thinking, "it's that black and white, colored thing, that she won't stop doing!!" .... Anyway, I can't help it)

And of course.....

And the adults..... (Yes that is a pumpkin on my fathers head.)

Two lovely ladies, and a geek.

Then we went to Fanny Farkles and all got foot long corn dogs.

(we took many pictures of this guy. Because he is THE Fanny Farkle corn dog man)

Daniel was a beast.

This was Abigail and I, outside of our door that night, waiting for someone to open it for us. (we were exhausted.)

More to come!

Funness!

2010-11-03T16:01:00.000-07:00

Hannah and Abby. (with forehead tattoos...... Anyway...)

Dancing! (We danced forever long. It was great)

Mr. and Mrs. Batchelor, were awesome dancers. I was amazed. They were groovin'. Seriously, like the dancing dream team.

chilling. And talking. (Of course, what else?)

Another post is coming!

Caroline, and I.

2010-10-27T17:29:00.000-07:00

I just love her necklace. It was made by children in Haiti, when she went there on a missions trip.

(Stupid sun chips bags! ;)

After lunch, we had ice cream at the hole scoop. (Fan them on facebook! ;)

I got mint chocolate chip (the green kind) and she got birthday cake ice cream (I would not have expected anything less of Caroline and her ice cream flavors?)

Then Ali, and Alyssa joined us later that evening.

Caroline, and I. We're more gangster than we seem.

We had to hook a ride with the more mature people.....

Back at the house, the adorable kiddos were playing games. Their so cute.

Love you all!

Madison

Fall, and I.

2010-10-26T14:54:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone. I've been extremely busy. I know your shocked. The rest of my week shall be consumed with school, Church, more school, and maybe some music. While I do school.

Tomorrow night I have Church (<3) and something else besides school earlier that day. But I can't remember what it is. Oh well.

So it's fall! I'm happy. I've waited since last fall, for it to be fall again. If you asked me what my favorite things were, I would say Fall, children, and big weddings. (Random fact of me.)

Oh I remember what that thing was that I couldn't remember, I have to finish writing my study guide in a module of science, and then take the test.

Back to the weather. It's been rainy here. I don't like it.

Sunday, I have Church (<3) and then that evening my family and a lot of other families from our Church, are going to a Fall party. (more of a substitute for Halloween. Because that's not really my bag of candy) (excuse my sick joke.) And it's going to be a blast! I'm so hyper about it. And I will have photos from that.

Monday, I have close friends coming into town on vacation. And they want to go on a 'Rated G' hike. (But little do they know we're going to make this a vacation they won't soon forget.)

God has been so good to me. Honestly. The wretched sinner that I am, only proves His grace and mercy more, and more everyday. Because I would be terrible at running my own life. I don't even want to think about it.

So other than that, I'm just wanting to un-follow Banana Republic from twitter because they won't stop tweeting!

It's more frustrating than it seems. Believe me.

(Oh, and I love my siblings. I'm not sure what I would do without them. I never realize what a fabulous relationship I have with them, until, I feel something (like reality) slap me, then I wake up from LaLa land and comprehend the fact that I have it better than most people with siblings. Not to brag, it's by no means perfect. But God has Graced me with more than I could ever deserve. And it's up to me to do something with it.)

LOVE YOU ALL!

Madison

More, Fun, fun, fun!

2010-10-25T18:41:00.000-07:00

This post is more of cool photography pictures, that I had more time to edit with.

So, yes, I'm really enjoying the black an white picture, and then highlighting the vivid colors. Incase you haven't noticed.

Yes, I have crooked toes. And the day before I was playing soccer in flip flops... So that explains why there chipped.

Charis, and the back of my mothers head. (somewhat of an inside joke.)

More to come tomorrow!!

Fun, fun, fun.

2010-10-23T19:01:00.000-07:00

Today I went to a birthday party. It was awesome!

Caleb was one with the ball.

The ball was above their heads. I didn't get it in the picture. They were on different teams. So, no, their not giving each other a high five.

This guy can pretty much fly. He's in the air, in almost every picture.

almost everyone.

Katie and Lauren!

Katie!

Sorry it's out of focus.

This was after the party. The pictures from here on are of Charis, Abby, and I.

Then we jumped off the swings.

Epic fun.

More to come. Hope you enjoyed!

Love you all, God bless your night!

Madison

Coming soon.

2010-10-20T12:37:00.000-07:00

I super fun post.

( I threw my hands in the air when I saw Kayla jump.... Not sure why...) (this was taken at the Botanical Gardens.) Be looking froward to it.

Madison

2010-10-19T16:31:00.000-07:00

Hey girls, and guys! I just posted on my the Teens for Orphans blog! go check it out!
Follow, and leave a comment!: www.teens4orphans.blogspot.com

AND! I thought some of you may be interested in this: One Meal One Day! You skip one meal, for one day. And donate 5$ to hungry children in other countries. It starts tomorrow, so hurry and make a donation! Either online, or you can text 90999 and make you donation there. It is through Compassion ministries. Here's the link: http://www.onemealoneday.org/

(PS. I have a blog post coming soon for my blog! It's going to be great!
Lots of fun was had last weekend! And lots of pictures were taken!)

Love you all!

Madison

Photo Shoot Teaser:

2010-10-15T09:04:00.000-07:00

Yesterday My sister did another photo shoot of my sister and I, heres a brief teaser:

Abigail was being Mrs. Slave Driver.

Go here for all the pictures:

http://vitascenaphotography.blogspot.com/

Hiking and friends. :)

2010-10-12T15:35:00.000-07:00

Okay, so these aren't the random pictures I talked about in the last post. There better!

So Sunday after Church, Our pastor and his family were going hiking. They inspired us. So we were going to go on a different trail that same evening. Then they invited us to go with them, and it's way more fun hiking with friends and family. So they went on ahead of us, before we got there. We met them on their way back (like in the middle of the trail). So the dear sweet people, turned around, hiked with us to the waterfall, and then we all hiked back to the cars. It was fun!

This isn't the name of the trail we hiked. Its just one that had cool stains on it.

people!

Sorry, some of these photos are really blurry. The lighting was strange, and I was using manual focus, while walking.

(from Left to Right:) Me, Katie, Abby, Alyssa, Lauren, Caleb, Mrs. Batchelor and mom!

Chandler and the waterfall. (Chandler isn't one of the Batchelor's. He's a friend, who attends the same church.)

(Left to Right) Chandler, Mr. Batchelor, Lauren (who even looks cute eating an apple! ;) Caleb, and I.

Some very neat stairs.

Katie (She's so adorable!) Mr. Batchelor (Pastor of the best Church and fellowship. Ever. (In Tennessee ;)

Another blurry picture.... This is going to drive me crazy forever.

Daddy, Love the outfit. I believe Caleb and Katie called it "Classy". I agree with them 100%.

Lauren!!!!

After the hike we all went to Subway (but then we had to leave because they wouldn't take 100 dollar bills! Inside joke.), I didn't get pictures from there, I was afraid I had taken to many already. And I didn't want to be annoying.

Now next time I will have those random photos for you. I am also getting together with another friend in Chattanooga tomorrow! That should be suh-weet!

Love you all!

Madison

Randomism. (?)

2010-10-09T17:47:00.000-07:00

Hello my dear blogger people!
I'm usually like "wow. My week was so busy!" (and your never shocked to hear that.) But are you ready??? My week wasn't that busy! I had fall break. (thank goodness).

I went to Chattanooga on Tuesday, which kind of took all day. For some reason it was the longest drive ever. It's usually pretty fast. Or maybe that's because I'm asleep? But this time I was in the front seat (it was just my mom, Abby, and I.) Therefore oldest child in the car (ahem...) got the front seat.

Then I had Church on Wednesday night. Which I always enjoy. It's the greatest fellowship ever. Honestly. EVER.

Today I stayed home with Abby, while the rest of the crew, went to some friends house to pick up firewood, and visit with them. I was to tired. The night before us girls watched Persuasion. I love that movie. It's so great. I also love my sisters. Their great. So it kinda' makes a perfect night all the way around.

today while I was home with Abby we: cleaned, and watched Eloise as Christmastime. (don't judge me). (You have to admit she's the cutest six year old ever). (EVER).

Now I can't wait until Sunday morning Church, and fellowship. I love the teaching. And I love those people. I'm just a people person. And when Christ is shining through so many lives, it's hard not to just fall in love with people like that.

I should have pictures coming soon. Random pictures. So. Be prepared.
I have to go now..... I hear a faint voice warning me to get off. And then I heard another one tell me I should listen this time.

I think I better listen.

God bless!
Madison

Hot Air Balloons, and football.

2010-10-02T17:08:00.000-07:00

I played football in pearls, a skirt, and Liz Claiborne.

I usually play in pants. But from now on when someone ask me, "Have you ever played football in pearls, a skirt, and a Liz Claiborne shirt?" I can honestly reply with: "Yes, why yes, I have"

This was my adorable opponent! ...... he is good, really good....... And shows no mercy.

Hot Air balloon!

I know, I know, you hear hot air balloon, and start singing. This actually was a COLD hot air balloon. It was freezing outside! not to mention being that high.

This one was SO cool! it had a dinosaur on it! awesomeness.

There was a hot air ballon festival this weekend! How fun.

Love you all!

God Bless!

-Madison

October's follower of the month.. Is.......****

2010-10-01T18:11:00.000-07:00

It's October 1st, I feel fabulous, life has been good, the weather is great, and God is forever and always beyond amazing!

Mr. Hayden was the last follower of the month! And Octobers Follower of the month IS......................... Lulu! (click the name)

Congratulations girl! If you don't know Lulu, you need too. Her blog posts are adorable. I love reading them. I apologize Lulu for being such a lame commenter lately.

Check out her site, give her a follow, and leave lots of comments!

Love you all,

-Madison

My weekend:

2010-09-26T17:02:00.000-07:00

My family and a friend went to a festival on Saturday!

You know your at a good old fashioned festival in the smokies, when you first pull up to this!

There was fabulous jewelry.

This cracks me up.

There were also cute little shops.

Okay guys. I was really stepping out of my box here. I can officially say that I have touched a lama. See. There I am. Touching the lama.

This band was awesome! I loved them! They played in different areas all over the festival. And so. I followed them. Everywhere. And took their picture. They loved it though.

Here they all are on the big stage. The band name is "Walking in Tradition'" you can look them up on youtube.

Someone.... Can clog and play the guitar. I'm sorry, that's awesome.

The band. Again.

Cute old cloggers.

What's really cool, is that there are all of these young people in bands, or just playing together, with all of the old people. It was really neat.

So then Abby, Kayla, Alyssa and I, decided to walk down the road to another festival. It's just "right down the road"? Kayla said. HA. We walked and walked and walked. until' Kayla said "I'm a really bad judge at distances." Really? haha. We finally made it. It was raining, so at least we were kept cool!

Here Abby and I are at the other festival.

Alyssa and Kayla.

Now look miserable......... Good Job girls.

Now lets be goofy! (What we *ahem* happen to do best.)

Hope you enjoyed! I should have some more coming soon!

Love you all!

Madison

2010-09-23T18:46:00.000-07:00

Hello to all of my fabulous readers. I have just joined a giveaway that I think some of my girls followers should be interested in! (I don't think the guys will be interested.... at least they shouldn't be?)

Do you like this picture? Do like the necklace in the picture? Really? Want a chance to win in?

Go here: www.miahaltonsblog.blogspot.com This link should take you to one of my best friends blogs. Mia. She's great.

You can read the entry rules on her blog.

Heads up. Be expecting a blog post from me tomorrow, I'v been busy. (lame excuse. I know.)

Hanging out at the Dock.

2010-09-19T14:03:00.000-07:00

Abby's feet.

Me.

Abby!

It's so beautiful around sunset. Ah. It's great.

Me again.

Abby again.

This cool little boat came by. It was so adorable.

Pink apples? Serious!

2010-09-17T10:27:00.000-07:00

Go here if you want to see a PINK APPLE! http://twitpic.com/2mihbb This is a link to my twitpic. (my twitter photo thing.) We bought these in a health food store, and didn't know that they were ACTUALLY pink. Well we didn't know until mom took a bite, and was like "Oh my Gosh!! There seriously pink! ahh!"

A girls dream come true right?

Don't bother asking I have no idea how they made them pink, they were at a health food store so they can't be bad for you, right?

If you know how they got them pink, let me know!

Be The Change

2010-09-13T16:04:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone!

I have been reading Be the Change by Zach Hunter. I thought It was mainly about fighting against Child Slavery. Which if you know me, you know that if it's fighting for helpless children, that's all you have to say and I want to learn more.

But it's about so much more than I first expected. This book is right up there with Do Hard Things. Do Hard Things is about beating the system, of low expectations for teens. Which is all great.

Be the Change, is the proof that it's possible.

I was assuming that Zach Hunter was just out going, and a total people person. (because he's the author of a book right?) He is out going, but he wasn't always. (you have to read the book yourself)

I'm loving it so far. I highly recommend it.

Quick Verse:

He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken.

3 How long will all of you attack a man to batter him, like a leaning wall, a tottering fence?

4 They only plan to thrust him down from his high position. They take pleasure in falsehood. They bless with their mouths, but inwardly they curse. Selah

5 For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him.

6 He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken.

7 On God rests my salvation and my glory; my mighty rock, my refuge is God.

8Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. Selah

Hope you all have a fabulous night!

Love you!

-Madison

September 11, 2001.

2010-09-11T08:36:00.000-07:00

I remember this day so vividly. I was only five. You don't think I would have been able to grasp the concept of something like that. But I have.

2,977 people died, and over 4,000 were injured.

Please be remembering the families of the 2,977 people who lost there lives that day.

I was going to post a video, but I couldn't find a video that didn't have graphic pictures. And I see the photos as that's what happened, it's reality, and we have to face that. It's also horrific.

Thank you to everyone who protects this country, thank you airport security. Even though we sometimes find it a hassle/annoying to have to go through so much security, there saving our lives. And most of us aren't even appreciative.

God Bless your Saturday!

Love to you all!

-Madison

This Months "Follower of the month"

2010-09-07T14:36:00.000-07:00

www.renfrowbrothers.blogspot.com

- Hayden is one of my newest followers, so far I find his blog to be hilarious! (that is an understatement.) His blog is pretty new, Head on over there and give him a follow! (he has a video on there that is hysterical of Kade and Him! I was laughing for days..... Seriously.)

So congratulations again to my first follower of the month!

God Bless ya'lls days!

Surprise!!!!

2010-09-07T14:17:00.000-07:00

Okay, I'm like so happy to have 42 followers! So happy, that I decided to start a little game. (kinda'.)

"Follower of the month" Once a month I will draw a name. 1 name (possibly yours) out of 42 are your odds. Or how ever many more followers I will have in the future.

IF You are chosen (only by chance) as Follower of the month,

and if you have a working blog, I will comment telling you, and do a post about your blog highly suggesting it to other bloggers.

Is this a good Idea do you like the Idea??? I'm so not sure. I like it. But it's important to me what my followers and readers think.

The Family camp!

2010-09-06T18:58:00.000-07:00

Last weekend, my family and I went on a camping trip.... It was GREAT! Here are the photos:

Putting up the tent.

The out come.

Abby and I.

We were staying on 300 acres owned by the family that was holding the family camp. IT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL! ahhh. I can't say enough about it.

We met so many wonderful people!

Abby was trying to get me in the picture..... I was in the tent taking down my sponge curlers.... yeah. I was determined not to look bad... I'm not sure if I succeed.

Carolyn! She was lovely to talk to! Such wonderful conversations!

Mr. Rick Grubbs, was our guest speaker. He spoke on time management. What an excellent topic!

Coolness.

Coolness again.

Volleyball!

This kid was a trip! He was like "take a picture of me!"

More volleyball!

The end!

PICTURES!

2010-08-31T16:37:00.000-07:00

Kendall, Abby, and I!

We saw a waterfall. Amazement.

Goofin' off...... What else??

Friends!

More Friends!

This picture (once again) brought up the fact of "Wow Madison's mouth is big!" How nice.

..........???

Now here are picture from my birthday outing!

For some reason all of my other pictures are turning out side ways! And... I can't fix them. I'll have to get back to you on how that works out. So here is from lunch when we ate at Hunter's Cafe and bakery.

Random pictures from my actually birthday.

Everything is always pretty relaxed on Sunday, but here are some silly pictures I took that day.

.... The flash was burning her eyes. Oh the DRAMA.

My fab grandparents skyped in for the night of my birthday!

Alyssa baked a cake... A Chocolate Three Layer Mocha Cake to be exact.

This

+ This

Part ='s this

+ This

= THIS!

it seriously took all day for her to make this.

Most of this posts photo appreciation goes to Alyssa.

So here are all of the pictures I promised!

Love ya all!

-Madison

2010-08-31T12:52:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone, not too much is up with me. Finished School, did some cleaning (need to finish) going to grill tonight, or rather my mom will.... How weird is that, my MOM grills, and my dad doesn't!? That's always made me laugh.

Anyway, there's something a grilling that makes me want to get the house EXTRA clean?

I'm already a clean freak. Quote to prove,

Me: "Hey E can you do my a favor?"

Elijah: "NO!"

Me: "you don't even know what I was going to say."

Elijah " Yes I do! You were going to ask me to pick up and put away my toys!"

*rolls eyes*

Sad isn't it? I can't help it...

This has nothing to do with cleaning, just another funny quote:

*outback Steak house commercial plays* *theme song* * let's go outback tonight cause' life will still be here tomorrow*

Alyssa: " OH! I finally get it!"

Me: "get what?"

Alyssa: "the song!"

Alyssa: "Because Australia is a day ahead of the U.S! So when they play it in America, *life will still here tomorrow* "

O_O

Me: *rolls eyes and laughs hysterically*

sorry....

Also I'm going to Skype a best friend in China tonight! And at 5:00pm I'm Skyping another great friend in Florida! I love Skype. It's truly awesomesuace.

I had a fabulous weekend! Going to try and get a post with 'pictures' up tonight.

I'm finally getting into the habit of this getting up early.. I heard my mom joking about using a golf club to help get us up.... Then I kind of decided that I could get the hang of this 'getting up early stuff' ;)

I need to go finish some cleaning..

Love you all!

God Bless your week!

Madison

Happy Birthday to myself:

2010-08-29T08:23:00.000-07:00

I know you guys have seen a lot of 'happy birthday' stuff on my blog lately, but, for serious, today IS My Birthday!

Fun stuff:

2010-08-26T17:06:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! I have pictures coming soon.

My last week has been such a blur. Tuesday I went to Chattanooga for Ortho-bionomy, the dentist, and chiropractor, so it was an all day event. Plus I've still been getting up really early. So I was totally exhausted the next day.

But I didn't stop going, because Wednesday some friends of mine were vacationing in North Carolina. So they were only about an hour from us. So we planned to all get together that day and hang out.

(that's where the pictures are coming from.) Which was a blast! I had a ton of fun. But now I'm still tired.

I have so much school to do. Tomorrow I have History and Science tests. So that means I'll be up late studying.

My birthday is Sunday. I love weekend birthdays. So My sisters and I are celebrating tomorrow night. It's usually like a old movie fest. Which is always a blast . Then Saturday I have some more school. And then I think us ladies are going to and adorable town to go shopping and have lunch. Which will mean more pictures!

I have a question. Does my profile picture look really dark on your computer?? It does on mine, but not on my sister's laptop. It's driving me crazy!

God bless!

Madison

Random Photos I've taken.

2010-08-21T14:08:00.000-07:00

The End.

2010-08-17T17:23:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! No I haven't fallen off the earth... I just started school back.

I have started waking up (very) early, like 6:00am. If you know me personally you know that's early for me. This is my second day, and seriously I'm still going good from one cup of coffee this morning, only one! (be jealous)

I finished school, (all subjects) and COMPLETELY re-organized the kitchen, and the dining room/schoolroom. I feel so accomplished. Getting up early and having special time to spend with the Lord, is awesome, and really helping me with my daily focus's.

Here's a bit of exciting new, (not really for you.... sorry) I'm going back to Florida in December! Only five more months.

Anyway. My sister's computer is working again, so please look forward to pictures soon!

Also a late BIRTHDAY SHOUT OUT TO MIA!!!! Love you girl! I would post a picture of you but I don't have any on my desktop! Crazy I know.

Love you all!

Have a blessed night!

-Madison

A fabulous birthday party!

2010-08-03T17:55:00.000-07:00

Mrs. Dawn and Mrs. Karen did a beyond wonderful job on the party! It was excellent, and absolutely gorgeous!

Mia, Kendall, and Joanna!

I did this just for you Joanna! Love ya!

The expression is awesome... She's just so cute!!

Me, Georgia Lyn, and Joanna.

Everyone!

Maddie and Maddie!

Crazy Soul Sista's!

Autumn and Georgia Lyn!

one of my lovely gifts! For some reason I don't have pictures of the other ones?

....... Another dancing picture! Although both of us really CAN'T dance!

Georgia Lyn and I!

haha!

Maddie and Bridger!

Everyone went outside to 'hide' from Joanna while she was taking out the trash, she came in and assumed that's what everyone was doing and decided not go find them. I came inside because it was hot and I was barefooted. So I came in to find her like this>> She was chill.

Later Crystal and her Boyfriend Greg came over! Alyssa and Crystal are BFF'S

Greg Crystal and Alyssa.

So people that's all for right now! I'm headed to watch a movie with my sisters. Love you all!!!!

-Madison

Happy Birthday Joanna!

2010-08-02T11:45:00.000-07:00

Today is Joanna's Sweet Sixteen!

Love you girl! Hope you have fabulous day!

~Madison

2010-08-01T21:57:00.003-07:00

This was dad trying to explain how Abby's Bumble Bee Silly Band looks like a chicken.

Joanna, Me and Abigail!

My Fabulous grandparents!

My birthday is the 29th of this month. And as you can see... he's holding the wooden paddle.. however I felt that church was just the wrong location! ;)

"I don't think so!"

The chef.

This was after church, during lunch. We did not plan for my fork to be in her mouth. Talk about perfect timing.

Sarah and Georgia Lyn.

I was in Heaven today with all of the adorable little kids. This is Bridger (Georgia Lyn's little brother)! We tried to give him a mohawk. It was a fail.

Austin (Bridger's older brother)

Matt, Caleb and Mark.

Mr. Young holding Bridger, and daddy!

Me, Skyler, Georgia Lyn, and Maddie!

Daddy!

I just adore this girl!

Austin and Georgia Lyn... Their siblings. ;)

I have so many pictures with Georgia Lyn! <3

It looks like I'm in trouble and Georgia Lyn and Austin are my security guards. Or maybe I'm just making this all up in my head. Man I'm tired.

...... I don't remember the story to this one.

Daddy and I.

Joanna and I!!

Skyler!

Georgia Lyn and Alyssa!

Finally here are pictures from Georgia:

We had so much fun!!!

Joanna being dramatic.

This is Ella! Isn't she a doll?

This is her older brother Bronson! He's so adorable!

Elijah was hyped about being that far out in the sticks! ;)

That all I have for right now. I'm so exhausted!!

Good night world! God Bless your dreams.

-Madison

Blissfulness!

2010-08-01T20:30:00.000-07:00

Hello world!!!! I am blissfully happy right now. Today was church, which means I got to see almost all of my best friends. I have some hilarious pictures coming! It's going to be grand.

I'm going to try and see if I can upload some now. I'll let you know how it goes.

Love ya'll,

Madison

Georgia, Florida, Best friends!

2010-07-26T18:48:00.000-07:00

Hello People, I haven't done a blog post because Alyssa's (My Sister's) computer, that holds all of our photo's, isn't working right. So therefore I can't upload any to my blog. But last Friday was the Homeschool fair!!! It was so fun!! I loved it, I helped work an HSLDA booth with one of my best friends Caroline!! It was awesome.

I am also leaving for Georgia early Friday morning! To a best friend's cabin (seen in posts below), it's going to be amazing as always!!! Then Saturday night I'm taking a 3 hour drive to Florida again for a week!!! I cannot wait.

So be looking for pictures in the near future. Hopefully.

Love you all!

-Madison

PS. All of this will happen Lord Willing. I just needed to add that.

Best Friends!

2010-07-15T16:48:00.000-07:00

I LOVE THESE GIRLS!!!!

Georgia Lyn, Mia, and Joanna!!!

These are more pictures from the beach with friends... That I stole from Mia's Picasa. :) Love you!

Mia and Georgia Lyn!!!!

Star wars according to a 3 year old: This is so cute!

2010-07-09T15:53:00.000-07:00

I know after my last mature post how dumb to post this! But it was just so cute!

"the light up sword" and "the poky ball"??! How could I resist? I have a weakness for adorable children.

Enjoy.

-Madison

2010-07-09T15:33:00.000-07:00

Because in the books of Proverbs there are 31 chapter (as if you didn't know) according to the day of the month, is the chapter that we read. So there is a chapter for each day of the month. Yesterday I read chapter eight, and I really enjoyed reading this:
1 Does not wisdom call? Does not understanding raise her voice?

2 On the heights beside the way, at the crossroads she takes her stand;

3 beside the gates in front of the town, at the entrance of the portals she cries aloud:

4 "To you, O men, I call, and my cry is to the children of man.

5 O simple ones, learn prudence; O fools, learn sense.

6 Hear, for I will speak noble things, and from my lips will come what is right,

7 for my mouth will utter truth; wickedness is an abomination to my lips.

8 All the words of my mouth are righteous; there is nothing twisted or crooked in them.

9 They are all straight to him who understands, and right to those who find knowledge.

10 Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold,

11 for wisdom is better than jewels, and all that you may desire cannot compare with her.

12 "I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.

13 The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate.

14 I have counsel and sound wisdom; I have insight; I have strength.

15 By me kings reign, and rulers decree what is just;

16 by me princes rule, and nobles, all who govern justly.

17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me.

18 Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness.

19 My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold, and my yield than choice silver.

20 I walk in the way of righteousness, in the paths of justice,

21 granting an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their treasuries.

22 "The LORD possessed me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of old.

23 Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth.

24 When there were no depths I was brought forth, when there were no springs abounding with water.

25 Before the mountains had been shaped, before the hills, I was brought forth,

26 before he had made the earth with its fields, or the first of the dust of the world.

27 When he established the heavens, I was there; when he drew a circle on the face of the deep,

28 when he made firm the skies above, when he established the fountains of the deep,

29 when he assigned to the sea its limit, so that the waters might not transgress his command, when he marked out the foundations of the earth,

30 then I was beside him, like a master workman, and I was daily his delight, rejoicing before him always,

31 rejoicing in his inhabited world and delighting in the children of man.

32 "And now, O sons, listen to me: blessed are those who keep my ways.

33 Hear instruction and be wise, and do not neglect it.

34 Blessed is the one who listens to me, watching daily at my gates, waiting beside my doors.

35 For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the LORD,

36 but he who fails to find me injures himself; all who hate me love death."

I felt like verse one was saying that Wisdom and understanding are there but we refuse it. Or we are blinded to, because we're so caught up in the things of the world, or even just a busy life.

And in verse 17 says "I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me."

I have been so lame lately at seeking Him diligently. Not only in just reading His Word, but praying and living for Him in general. People sometimes say " I feel like my fire has just burnt out" But who's fault is that? It's definitely Not God's fault. Therefore the blame is completely on me.

Verse 33 says "Hear instruction and be wise, and do not neglect it." Wow, I almost wanted to skip this one, but I knew I wouldn't get away with it.. If you lived with me you would probably understand. I am REALLY not good at accepting instruction. Which is a proud arrogant thing. So I have also been praying deeply about that.

I have been learning so much lately, plus we are going to a new Church that has simply amazing teaching. It's really incredible.

LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH!

-Madison

Call it what you want!

2010-07-06T19:12:00.000-07:00

Okay, here's the memo. Everyone is always asking me, do I prefer being called "Madison" or "Maddie" and the same with my blog, for a long time I was Madison, then I was Maddie M, then I was Madison McKenzie. So from now on you can "Call it what you want". Or it can be the "call it what you want" blog. Because frankly, I don't care. Most people think that their offending me when they say "Hey Maddie" instead of "Hey Madison" Or if they spell it *M-a-d-d-y* instead of *M-a-d-d-i-e*. Seriously people, do I seem that weird?

So here's to a happy blog header! That you can call what you want!

Love you all bunches!

-Madison

2010-07-06T14:34:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys, sorry that I've been such a lame blogger. Summer gets kind of busy sometimes. I have so many pictures from the 4th of July, that it's not even funny. The only problem that I have is, Alyssa's laptop the one we use to upload all of our photo's, is at the Mac store, being fixed.

And here are the lyrics to another song that I can't seem to find the acoustic version of.

The mystery of the cross I cannot comprehend,
The agonies of Calvary.
You, the Perfect Holy One, crushed Your Son,
Drank the bitter cup reserved for me.

Your blood has washed away my sin,
Jesus, thank You.
The Father’s wrath completely satisfied,
Jesus, thank You.
Once Your enemy, now seated at Your table,
Jesus, thank You.

By Your perfect sacrifice I’ve been brought near,
Your enemy made Your friend.
Pouring out the riches of Your glorious grace,
Your mercy and your kindness know no end.

Your blood has washed away my sin,
Jesus, thank You.
The Father’s wrath completely satisfied,
Jesus, thank You.
Once Your enemy, now seated at Your table,
Jesus, thank You.

MOM did a new post!

2010-06-22T12:30:00.001-07:00

Check out mom's new post on Scott Clan, aka Family blog.

Everyone I love! .... almost.

2010-06-21T18:02:00.000-07:00

*tears* Here is a picture of *almost* all of my friends in Florida, at a going away party for a dear friend!

Fall for you.

Tis almost the season to be jolly.

So true.

*Smiles*

Notes and notebooks

Productivity.

These are a few of my favorite things.

First day of real sunshine.

What's been up with me since March .

Nothing much to say.

I. Promise. Happy birthday fiesta. And I. Love. that. City.

Yes. Finally.

Tis' the season to be jolly. fa la la la la la la la la.

To love the Church, TFO, puppets, and don't dance.

Charles, pepper spray, bears, and a Mac book Pro.

For you Fashion Bugs.

Braided pigtails, cupcakes, and kisses.

Fall.For.You.

The Bonfire.

Everything.

*Red* *Black* and *white* = UGA

Family photos. Black and white.

Yesterday.

Super fun. no...... Super duper fun.

Funness!

Caroline, and I.

Fall, and I.

More, Fun, fun, fun!

Fun, fun, fun.

Coming soon.

Photo Shoot Teaser:

Hiking and friends. :)

Randomism. (?)

Hot Air Balloons, and football.

October's follower of the month.. Is.......****

My weekend:

Hanging out at the Dock.

Pink apples? Serious!

Be The Change

September 11, 2001.

This Months "Follower of the month"

Surprise!!!!

The Family camp!

PICTURES!

Happy Birthday to myself:

Fun stuff:

Random Photos I've taken.

A fabulous birthday party!

Happy Birthday Joanna!

Blissfulness!

Georgia, Florida, Best friends!

Best Friends!

Star wars according to a 3 year old: This is so cute!

Call it what you want!

MOM did a new post!

Everyone I love! .... almost.

Smiles

Red Black and white = UGA