21 DAYS OF FREE GIVEAWAYS!!

I have just released my book "What Lies in Your Journey"! In celebration of my book's release, we are going to have a 21 day giveaway.

That means that we are going to giveaway 1 prize everyday for 21 days!!

In addition to this, each time my page reaches a new milestone for likes, we will also giveaway bonus prizes!!!

All you have to do to enter is go to my Facebook Author Page and click on the giveaway tab! More details of our giveaway can be found in the video below!

Gratitude For Life

Many people experience high levels of stress and heartache at different times in their life. It can be very difficult to see the good that those experiences are creating, or even believe that they are for their good.

I think that these struggles happen to remind us that things are not in our control, that they are out of our hands. Not only that, but there is a divine plan that is in place, that helps make sure that all things work for our good.

Sometimes it is the pain or the hard lesson that makes us appreciate the simple things in life more. I feel a great sense of gratitude. This change in attitude has made me reflect. And I asked myself, "Why did I not find other things to be grateful for?"

I think when we are barely surviving, it is hard to think beyond that. We want to make it through the day, and we are hoping that everything that we need to be taken care of will be. I can't speak for everyone, but when I am under a lot of stress, I begin to perform worse. Things that would usually be easy for me suddenly become burdensome. I tend to become ultra focused on certain things, like work and school. It is like I somehow believe that by driving harder at what needs done, I will be able to avoid or ignore the other issues. It never works, so I am not sure why I waste time and energy doing it. It is when I take time for myself, relax, and serve others that my capacity to do the regular things increases. I think that there must be something to slowing down, and taking time. Look at a flower for example, it doesn't start out blooming. It takes its time slowly pushing through the soil, and working its way through simply growing. Then, eventually it blooms. And this process repeats in a cycle for its entire life. While I do not think that our blossoms every truly fade, I do think that we experience growth over and over again. Perhaps, if we just took the time to enjoy the journey, and accept that life is not something we can push forward, we'd be happier.

I am also realized, that the more that I focus on what I am grateful for, the blessings in my life, the better life seems to be. I still have the same stresses, but because I am focused on all that is good, they do not burden me the same as when all I am focusing on is stresses and taking care of them. So, I figured that while I am having this "ah ha" moment, that I would share it with others. Who knows, maybe you are stressed and are almost to your limit, and you are wondering how you are going to make it through this moment. Go do something small for someone else, even if it is just telling them something you like about them. Take some time to relax. So, you have something to do, or somewhere to be, it is OK to say no and take the time that you need for you. You will be much more effective, when you make sure that you are performing at your optimum. And that means, focusing on blessings rather than what is not ok, or is not getting done.

Charity's Angels Reborn Doll Nursery Presents Lily

Charity's Angels Life Like Reborn Dolls

The newest addition to Charity's Angels Nursery has arrived......

Presenting Lily

5lbs 4oz  ~ 18" Long

Reborn December 23, 2011

BUY NOW on eBay!

A lot of love, time and patience has gone into creating this exquisitely unique and realistic baby.

Lily is a beautiful newborn girl created by Charity Angel. Her true-to-life coloring was achieved using permanent Genesis heat set paints in many, many ultra-thin layers. Each translucent layer of paint was permanently heat set to give her the beautiful realistic skin texture. Lily has adorable blue eyes, and premium medium brown micro-rooted hair. While micro-rooting by hand takes a great deal of time, it results in the most realist looking newborn hair. True to life, She is such a gorgeous baby girl. Lily started out as an adorable  "Muffin" kit by Renowned Master Artist Donna RuBert.

Every roll and crease on Lily's face and limbs has been carefully painted with tiny translucent veins and capillaries, multiple skin tone layers, newborn mottling, detailed creasing and delicate blushing of a newborn baby. From head to tiny toes she is covered with loving detail and her coloring is simply amazing. Lily's well proportioned body, head and limbs have been filled and weighted with fine glass beads and finished off with soft premium fiber fill. Matilda has gorgeous 3/4 arms and legs which look so very realistic and she has a soft jointed doe suede body which makes her very cuddly and easy to pose. Because of this, Lily can wear almost anything you would like to dress her in. 

Careful attention has been paid to every detail. Realistic veining can be found on every limb and all over her head. She comes with a purple pacifier and little pink sleeper with teddy bears on it that she is wearing in some of these photos. Lily does have a natural baby powder scent. Her hair has been conditioned with special conditioner that has created this effect. She also comes wearing her own diaper and onesie, as well as a couple more outfits. All of the props that have been used are not included.

Lily has been given very realistic looking tears. Her pouting lip and sad expression cause many to want to pick her up and mother her. This pink sleeper that is included is made by Carter's, and is as soft as can be. The beautiful frilly headband is also included. Lily  feels so incredibly real when you pick her up, you won't want to put her down. She will snuggle perfectly into your shoulder or arms as if she wants to stay there forever! Her head is heavy and floppy so please remember to gently support her little head, just like you would with a real newborn. 

Within Lily's chest is a battery operated heart that will beat when it is pressed. This is another special feature that she has been given to make her look and feel more realistic. Her body design creates the look and feel of a newborn. She has real top eyelashes, and hand painted eyebrows. She has top quality mohair, which has been micro-rooted into her scalp then glued with waterproof glue from the inside so her hair can be lightly dampened and styled. Lily's hair has been worked into a crown just like a real baby. You will have so much fun styling and playing with her soft head of hair!

Lily comes with this cute white bear ear hat, that looks so adorable with her pink Carter's sleeper. She has two onesies. One is pictured below, and the other that she is wearing says 'Little Sister' on it. She has her own custom bib and burp cloth with her name embroidered on it. She is already wearing a newborn diaper and comes with one purple pacifier. She does have a magnet installed on the right side of her head for any future hair accessories that you want to use on baby Lily.

This beautiful pink tutu outfit is also  included. It comes with little socks that look like tiny ballet shoes. The headband matches the fabric perfectly, and the top says "Snow Angel".

In addition to what is pictured below, Lily also comes with the pink bear sleeper, a purple pacifier, and additional onesie, the disposable diaper that she is already wearing and a lot of love. 

Pink frilly head band, ballet shoe socks, custom bib and burb cloth, white bear ears hat, I love mommy hat, ballet outfit, mommy onesie.

Lily is ready for adoption. Once she is adopted, she will come with a custom birth certificate on quality paper. If you are interested in Lily, or want to have a custom reborn doll created, feel free to contact Charity Angel. Her dolls are sold on eBay as well as privately. Lily's opening bid amount will be $199.99 which is far below the average price for a true to life doll like Lily. Shipping will include insurance and delivery confirmation.

Redemption Project with Drew Reese

Recently I had the opportunity to participate in the choir for Drew Reese's latest CD project "Redemption".  I really loved all of the songs on the album.  Here are some preview clips.  I am sure those of you who listen to my music can still hear my voice in the choir on some of the tracks.  It is awesome, and it praises the glory of God.  Check out Drew Reese's Album Redemption! (may take a moment for player to load below)

*** ALBUM WILL BE RELEASED 2.8.11 ***

Redemption is a worship album that has been 2 years in the making, for Drew Reese, this project is a labor of love. Redemption captures a glimpse of the last decade for Drew. "Worship has become such a central part of my life, and these songs are an offering of praise to our God," says Reese.

Songs include the song "Awakening" first made popular at Passion 2010 in Atlanta, GA. Others include Facedown, 23rd Psalm, Only You and the new worship song "The Doxology"

Redemption marks a turning point in Drew Reese's music ministry. This album is an offering that is sure to become a favorite of yours.

When you purchase the album in Pre-sale you will be shipped the album towards the end of February, but on 2.8.11 you will be emailed a download code to download the entire album in this highest quality format you desire!!!!!

So you get both a digital version as well as they physical CD!

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released 08 February 2011
Produced by Drew Reese
Associate Producer: Jen Marco Handy

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The first time that I found Drew Reese's music was when I was living in Missouri, and I was going through a tough time.  I listened to him quite a bit, and then I saw him on the News in Utah when I was here for a visit with family.  I was planning on running for office at that time, and he offered to come out and perform for a fundraiser for me.  While my life took a very sharp turn at that time, and my path did not do that way, I have never forgotten his willingness to come out and do that for my campaign.  It is my pleasure to have helped him with his project "Redemption." I love Contemporary Christian music, and I really truly love the spirit that comes with each song on this project.  I hope that you will take the time to listen to it, and grab your own copy right now! 

What I Felt When I Heard Beautiful by Mercy Me For the First Time

This morning on my way into work, as I was pondering about a lot of things going on in my life, this song came on.  It seemed like the perfect song for a lot of what I have been experiencing lately.  Not that every single word in this song applies to me or to my life, but the message was powerful and brought tears to my eyes.

I couldn't help but ponder about all the people that I know that see themselves as less than they are, how they do not see themselves as God sees them.  I think about all the wonderful characteristics that they have, and how much they mean to me and how they help me through life, and I wonder how they could not see who they are.

 

I have had those days where I start to believe those same types of lies that Satan will tell us.  That we are unworthy of love, or of something else that is good for us in our lives.  That we are not good enough, not perfect, or that we cannot be used for good until we have become something better than we are.  I have pondered a lot about life and the different lies that we are told by the media, others, and ourselves.  That we are able to be as great as we want to be, and that we are the ones that stop ourselves from being everything that we could be.  We all have endless potential and are capable of much more than we think we are.  I think that this song touches on this so well.

When we look in the mirror, we should realize that we are beautiful, and that God loves us, right now, as we are, and that we can be used to fulfill wonderful and great things, even when we are still 'under construction'. That is the beauty of God's perfect plan, that the simple, the small, and the imperfect can fulfill his will perfectly, if we just let go of ourselves, and let him lead and guide us, and focus on seeing ourselves and each other as God would see us. 

Remember that you are a treasure, that you yourself are sacred, simply because you are His!

My song Charting

Hey everyone, it has been a very long time since I kept track of how my songs are tracking. Here is the highest charting my songs held formerly:


A Moment in Time
# 14 in Country. Total songs: 44,027
# 2 in Christian Country. Total songs: 5,500

In Whom I Have Trusted
# 419 in Pop. Total songs: 100,934
# 88 in Contemporary Christian. Total songs: 12,493

Just a Little Girl
# 210 in Country. Total songs: 44,027
# 39 in Christian Country. Total songs: 5,500

Love IS Medley
# 28 in Classical. Total songs: 28,067
# 7 in Contemporary. Total songs: 6,109

My Lord, My God
# 39 in Country. Total songs: 44,027
# 8 in Christian Country. Total songs: 5,500

Only Prayers Away
# 322 in Country. Total songs: 44,027
# 74 in Christian Country. Total songs: 5,500

Standing on the Outside
# 19 in Pop. Total songs: 100,934
# 1 in Contemporary Christian. Total songs: 12,493

I now have some songs that are starting to hit the charts, and as of today, this is where they are:

Though I Stumble and Fall
# 302 in Pop (highest position was 173). Total songs: 100,934
# 51 in Contemporary Christian (highest position was 32). Total songs: 12,493


The Star Spangled Banner
# 424 in Acoustic (highest position was 424). Total songs: 119,999
# 64 in Acoustic Vocals (highest position was 64). Total songs: 7,765

Daddy
# 985 in Country (highest position was 372). Total songs: 44,027
# 159 in Christian Country (highest position was 66). Total songs: 5,500

I Feel My Saviors Love
# 3,048 in World (highest position was 27). Total songs: 55,378
# 722 in World General (highest position was 4). Total songs: 14,181

Please help my songs rise in the charts by using the wiget below to listen:

Two New Songs Recorded

They are A Capella, but they are my entry for the 'Mormon Night" at Dodgers Stadium Competition.

All the connections you need to be an Independent Artist!!

Remembering the Springfield Missouri Nationwide Tea Party

So, when my life blew up, I deleted my entire YouTube account. I have decided to go ahead and remix some things and post them again. Hope you enjoy them!