rain.

Neshoba County Fair.

Tonight I went to see Luke Bryan.

It rained, it poured. Perfect setting for his "Rain" song.

It was so great to spend my night with two of my best friends.

I cherish the time I get to spend with them because getting older,

it's hard to find time for each other.

I loved the relaxed night, just sitting on the porch catching up.

So much different than when I was in high school.

It's a sign I'm growing older.

Now I'm content with "people watching" and trying to win little white bunnies.

Every day I surprise myself and realize how much I'm growing up.

The things that use to matter, aren't top priority anymore.

Friends and fellowship.

That should forever be one of my top priorities.

red lipstick.

While some girls favorite accessory is jewelry, scarves, shoes, purses, etc, etc,
Mine has and will always be my red lipstick.
I know that you're thinking "Red lipstick? Seriously?"
Yes. Red lipstick is my favorite accessory.
Most people could never imagine having such a bright color on their face.
For me, I guess I'd rather stand out than "blend in".
I think that's my philosophy for life as well.
I've never felt like I have had to go along with the crowd.
The past few years have defined my life, I've had ups and downs,
but along the way I found myself. I realized my passions and what I want to accomplish in life.
Will I ever accomplish them all? Probably not.
But at least I can say I have ambition, a drive, a strong grip on my life.
I want to make a difference in this world.
I want to give back to this world that has so richly blessed me.
Most people are content with their life. They get by with the absolute basics.
I never want to get to that point in my life.
I want to live life, never taking a single day for granted.
But most of all my hope and desire is to put my passions into actions.
So, like red lipstick, I want to stand out.
I want to add color to a world that so many times only sees in black and white.
It's so important in this life to find something you are passionate about.
Every day, I hope that I can choose not to blend in.
Red lipstick will always be my reminder to stand out and make a difference.
What's your reminder?