Hello, my name is Missie LaHaye. Welcome to my blog! I am a homeschooled young lady striving to serve my Savior and live my life to glorify Him! On my blog I will be posting different thoughts I have, and my hope is that you will enjoy your visit and be encouraged in your walk with the Lord!! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/ en-us Homeschool Blogger Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:55:00 -0500 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:55:00 -0500 ... to Blogger! You may now find me residing at "Amazing Grace." I am leaving this site open so that you may view my past posts, but please direct all comments to my current blog.                      Thanks!                         Grace (Missie) http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/712511/ Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:55:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/712511/ ...updated "Bright and Beautiful" on July 4th. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/708473/ Thu, 16 Jul 2009 09:46:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/708473/ Wanting to know a few random details about my unique personality? Keep readin'! FOOD-OLOGY  What is your salad dressing of choice? Probably Wendy's Honey Mustard. I'm kinda' picky when it comes to salad dressings. What is your favorite sit-down restaurant? The House of Ribs. (I've been there twice in my life, cause it's pretty pricey. We celebrated my grandfather's 80th and 90th birthdays there.) What food could you eat every day for two weeks and not get sick of? Icecream? As long as it wasn't for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  What are your pizza toppings of choice? Pepperoni and Banana Pepper What do you like on your toast? Butter, cinnamon, and sugar Chocolate or Vanilla? Now that's a hard question. Chocolate, probably. TECHNOLOGY How many televisions are in your house? 2 What color cellphone do you have? I don't own one. Do you have a laptop? I am saving for one and will probably buy in a couple of years. BIOLOGY Are you right-handed or left-handed? right-handed Have you ever had anything removed from your body? Yes. Two wisdom teeth and a small percentage of my right lung. What is the last heavy item you lifted? I helped move tables for my mom's garage sale. Have you ever been knocked unconscious? No. DUMBOLOGY Have many pairs of flip-flops do you own? If that means anything with a thong between your toes ... 8 Last time you had a run-in with the cops? Yesterday. :) My neighbor-friend's dad is a cop, and I saw him at her house. Last person you talked to on the phone? My neighbor, Tiffany Last person you hugged? Either my grandfather or grandmother. FAVORTIE-OLOGY Season? I like a little bit of every season, but probably fall and spring. Holiday? Resurrection Day and Christmas Day of the week? Saturday or Sunday. Month? I really don't have a favorite month. CURRENT-OLOGY Missing someone? My mom's sister. Mood? Concentrating. Typing this up and listening to the fifth book of the Left Behind series at the same time. What are you listening to? Guess I just answered that above. :) Watching? The computer screen and the keyboard. Worrying about? My nana, grandy, and granddaddy's salvation RANDOM-OLOGY  First place you went this morning? I actually stayed in my bedroom and put on make-up. What's the last movie you saw? Well, I'm not sure that The Waltons is a movie, so, probably, Left Behind. Do you smile often? I think so...I hope so. :D Do you always answer your phone? Well, I don't have a cellphone, but I answer our home phone. It's four in the morning and you get a text message, who is it? I don't text. If you could change your eye color, what would it be? I don't think I'd change my chocolate drop eyes. What flavor do you add to your drink at Sonic? You can do that? Neat! Do you own a digital camera? Yes Have you ever had a pet fish? No Favorite Christmas song(s)? "Mary, Did You Know?"  "O Holy Night"  "Away in a Manger"  ...  and many more! What's on your wish-list for your birthday? I don't currently have one, but I just might start one. :) Can you do push-ups? Yes, but not many in a row. Can you do a chin-up? I'm not sure...I haven't tried in a while. Does the future make you more nervous or excited? Both.  Do you have any saved texts? No. I don't text. Ever been in a car wreck? Twice Do you have an accent? I don't think so, but people who aren't from around here, do. What was the last song to make you cry? "The Christmas Shoes" Plans tonight? Work on Spanish and clean the house. Have you ever felt like you hit rock bottom? Ummm....maybe? Have you ever been given roses? Yes. By my precious Daddy. Current hate right now? Sin; Satan Met someone who changed your life? Jesus How did you bring in the new year? We prayed-in the new year, and it is also a tradition to drink Sparkling Grape Juice. What song represents you? I have NO clue. Would you go back in time if you were given a chance? Yes! Have you ever dated someone longer than a year? I don't date. (See my sidebar under "Descriptive Depictions of Me".") Do you have any tattoos/piercings? My ears are pierced. What songs do you sing in the shower? It varies. :)  Ever had someone sing to you? One of my treasured memories is Mommy singing to me "Sleep Sound in Jesus." Do you like to cuddle? Try fitting our family on one couch while watching a movie (Someone ends up on the floor or in the rocking chair). :) Have you held hands with anyone today? Not that I remember Who was the last person you took a picture of? Ummm...myself? What kind of music did you listen to in elementary? Well, Jo's  answer triggered my memory. States and Capitals songs  Do you believe in staying close with your ex's? No...and I don't believe in and will not be dating in the first place. Are most of the friends in your life new or old? Hmmmm ... probably old. Then again, maybe both. Do you like pulpy orange juice? How pulpy? I can tolerate it. What is something your friends make fun of you for? Well, my brother and my neighbor's brother made fun of mine and his sister's cooking when we made lunch. Trust me though, it wasn't that bad at all, and I'm not just saying that. : ) Have you ever ridden an elephant? Nope Do you like to play Scrabble? It's fun at first, but it can start to get old after a long while. What are you saving your money up for right now? College, a car, and a laptop When is the last time you ate peanut butter and jelly? It has been a long time ... PB&J isn't one of my favorite meals. I don't dislike it terribly, though. What were you doing at 12 a.m. last night? Sleeping What was the first thing you thought when you woke up? I don't remember, but I did get a good night's sleep last night. Alrighty ... I tag anyone else who wants to do this.   Well, that was fun! Some of the answers where from yesterday and some from today, since I finished it today.Thank you Jo  for tagging me, even though it took me forever to get it up due to some major technical difficulties. lol Although this is a little early, Happy 4th of July!! May each of you be blessed with the Lord's peace which surpasses all understanding!! In Him,        ~Missie~ http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/703305/ Sun, 28 Jun 2009 16:13:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/703305/ ...two teenage girls have a sleepover? Well, you smash food all over your face, of course!! Dearest Katie and I enjoyed fellow-shipping with each other last night; it is such a blessing to be able to spend time with other like-minded sisters in Christ, and we definitely made the most of our fun time together. She had acquired a book with natural recipes for facials, "foot scrubs," hand treatments, etc., and we decided to "give them a try." Ignoring the "please apply (and leave on for 24 hours) a small 'patch test' on your skin with the various ingredients to ensure that an allergic reaction will not ensue," we began mixing the various concoctions, determining that we would suffer together if allergic reactions did ensue. A paste of cornmeal and water served as an "exfoliator" for our face, actually smoothing our complexion (at least, we thought it did). Following that, we boiled water and allowed a couple of lemon slices to steep in it along with a bit of tangerine oil. Bending over the bowl, we each covered ourselves and the bowl with a towel and let the citrus steam cleanse our pores. After we had splashed our slightly red and sweaty faces with cool water, oatmeal and  honey found their way onto our faces. Yes, you heard correctly. The sticky mixture was applied, and we relaxed with potato slices covering our eyes (I had only heard of doing it with cucumbers, but this worked, too). This completed what we had chosen to do for the facial and left us feeling refreshed and revitalized ... a nice alternative to weird chemical face-washes. Although it hasn't been our lifelong dream to have whiter fingernails (changing topics ), we decided to soak them in freshly squeezed lemon juice, warm tap water, and a couple drops of tangerine oil. Whether this whitened mine or not, I may never know for sure, but what we did next, I had never pictured myself doing. The book said that soaking your hands in 1/3 cup of olive oil would moisturize them or something. So, we poured the greasy oil into a boil and lathered our little phalanges and the rest of our hands with olive oil. After "patting" them dry, we eventually decided that we should probably wash off the greasiness that was left because turning door handles and etc. are a bit harder tasks when olive oil residue remains on the hands. Although we were pleased with the results of, especially, the facial, we just had fun being crazy in our experimenting and just spending time together. So, that's my "adventure" for the week ... may your week be blessed, whether crazy or not!           ~Missie~ http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/695219/ Tue, 2 Jun 2009 15:37:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/695219/ Growing in Grace, an online magazine for young ladies, is giving away a Creative Memories Scrapbook package which includes the following: 7 pieces of paper, 1 set of black ABC stickers, and 6 sheets of stickers. To enter is so easy, because you get to share your love of scrapbooking with others by answering the following questions: Do you like to scrapbook? Why is scrapbooking important to you? What types of scrapbook albums have you created? What is your favorite design look or colors? What is your favorite item about scrapbooking? Scrapbooking has become a favorite pastime of mine, though during the school year, I scarcely have any time; however, when summer arrives, I am ready to take-a-seat and begin working on the pile of pictures that has increased over the previous months. For those who love to add creativity in their art, scrapbooking is a pleasurable pastime preserving memories of the past. The scrapbooks I have completed have been mostly miscellaneous. Instead of doing just a "birthday theme," I scrapbook various events in one main scrapbook. Birthdays, Christmas, vacations, Ezekiel (our cat), fun times with friends, etc., find their way into my scrapbooks. As for favorite designs or specific colors, I will have to say that I am an avid fan of vivacious colors. Hot pink, lime green, bright orange, turquoise blue, lavender, etc., are favorites of mine; however, pastels and other colors are also woven throughout the pages of my scrapbooks. When having to decide upon my choice item in scrapbooking, I don't know if I could respond with just one favorite. Stickers can personalize the theme quite well, but patterned paper is also fun to use.  Anyways, overall, keeping a scrapbook of your treasured memories is a colorfully creative way to look back on different special events in our life. To sum up these thoughts, I'll show a couple of scrapbook pages I designed a couple of years ago of my little Ezekiel and also my friend's dogs. To enter for your chance to win a Creative Memories Scrapbook package click here.                 ~Missie~ http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/687222/ Sat, 9 May 2009 10:21:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/687222/ ...updated "Bright and Beautiful."   http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/681089/ Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:32:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/681089/ Go check out my other blog "Bright and Beautiful." Although I probably won't be updating it quite as much as this, it is a place I can share various photos I have taken. Happy Resurrection Day...To God be the glory, great things He has done!!                ~Missie~ http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/678544/ Sun, 12 Apr 2009 18:58:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/678544/ As Resurrection Day approaches, I am constantly being reminded of God's unending grace. When Christ gave His life as a sacrifice to cover the sins of the world, He did it willingly. Try picturing yourself being nailed to that cross on Calvary. Does Christ's death take on a different meaning? It certainly does for me. God's gift of salvation, made possible by Jesus Christ's death, is a free gift not because we deserve it. It is a gift of grace and mercy to those who become the children of God. Let this song remind you of our heavenly Father's grace... "Amazing Grace" Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me.... I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see. T'was Grace that taught... my heart to fear. And Grace, my fears relieved. How precious did that Grace appear... the hour I first believed. Through many dangers, toils and snares... we have already come. T'was Grace that brought us safe thus far... and Grace will lead us home. The Lord has promised good to me... His word my hope secures. He will my shield and portion be... as long as life endures. When we've been here ten thousand years... bright shining as the sun. We've no less days to sing God's praise... then when we've first begun. Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,     That saved a wretch like me.... I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see. Much joy to every one's day!         ~Missie~            http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/678138/ Sat, 11 Apr 2009 10:06:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/678138/ I have mentioned before that I enjoy watching the "Love Comes Softly" movies. They have just come out with the final two: "Love Takes Wing" and "Love Finds a Home." The one I'm watching tonight: I"m so excited!! It is so nice to be able to find a movie once in a while that is o.k. and clean to watch. So, anyways, off to watch "Love Takes Wing"!         ~Missie~ http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/677970/ Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:16:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/677970/ Miss Amanda at "The Daily Planet" is hosting a Super Blogoversary Giveaway celebrating her 3rd year of blogging! Congratulations, Miss Amanda!! The particular item she is giving away today is The Homeschool Princess t-shirt from the Homeschool Boutique. Although it is also available in pink, I personally think that the black is very cute! To get a chance to win this adorable item, visit Miss Amanda's blog, particularly her post for this t-shirt. Hope everyone's day is blessed!! Lovingly,        ~Missie~ http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/671349/ Sun, 22 Mar 2009 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/missiegirl/671349/