Happy (study) Weekends!

"Do not let fixing things be your top priority. You are ever so limited in your capacity to correct all that is wrong in the world around you. Don't weigh yourself down with responsibilities that are not your own. Instead, make your relationship with me your primary concern. Talk with me about whatever is on your mind, seeking my perspective on the situation. Rather than trying to fix everything that comes to your attention, ask me to show you what is truly important. Remember that you are en route to heaven, and let your problems fade in the Light of eternity."

Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence

Throwback Thursday.

Hello! Finals week delirium has set in! 

I cannot believe this is my last go round of this (well, until the bar. ahem. small detail.)!

Here is my study break song today. Enjoy!

Ps- I can proudly claim my 12-year-old self never found any NSync members to be "cute."

I was more into this: 

Haahah. Ok, back to shareholder derivative actions yayyy. Talk to y'all soon! :)

It's Worth It.

After my trial advocacy class today, I walked up to my 73-year-old professor to tell him I enjoyed the class and that I hope he had a Merry Christmas.

He asked me what was on my holiday list, to which I replied, "My Wedding!!"

He laughed and said, "Ya know, my wife and I have been married 50 years. Stay married. I can tell you, it's worth it."

To me, there has always been a special value to the one-liners that come from old southern men. Today it was especially valuable. Recently I've felt like when I've had conversations with others (aside from family and  close friends) about getting married, there is quite the theme of negativity. As if people are forewarning me about the impending doom of hurts and tribulation and...failure. Ugh, and I just hate that! 

Yes people, I know I am young, dumb, and naive, but I do know that marriage will be hard work! And that's ok! I'm always ready to work. And I feel so blessed to have that opportunity!! :)

It's SO nice to hear some encouragement every once in awhile. Thank you, precious old man!

Pic via Flickr

Week in Review.

Oh y'all, I had the most wonderful Thanksgiving break!

It's been hard to get back into school mode, but these pictures make my heart happy and give me some motivation. :)

Family outting to the wedding reception venue! 

It's coming right along and so exciting!

Today is my parents' anniversary! Happy happy day. :)

Learning this SO much in my quiet times lately. Trust trust trust.

Baking. Oh, the baking!

Thanksgiving prep with the Little women.

Love them so much and love spending time together!!

So fun being featured on Clemson Girl! Love their blog.

Sangria with some holiday flare.

Beautiful day in Asheville! We had a wonderful time with our families!

Lots of fun touring the gingerbread house competition!

Fun party at Ashley's! We felt so loved and special!
Speaking of special, I'm obsessed with this apron A's mom made for me out of his old shirt!

Christmas time is here! Finding myself getting into the spirit much earlier than usual! hmm...

Clemson-Carolina game at the house. 

A friendship divided but still love this gorgeous girl a lot!!

Bye home, see you again soon!!

Happy Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

I hope you all have wonderful days with family and friends!

Thank you Jesus for our immense blessings!

Pic from   Marthastewart.com

Love from Hermitage Road.

Hi friends!

It's been a fabulous start to the week at home, as yesterday my mom and I went shopping and then...met Dad out at the wedding reception venue!! It's coming together so nicely and I'm just so thankful for this fun time of engagement! :)

Today we are Thanksgiving shopping and baking, and I am also just so excited!

I will be working on Southern Living's Pumpkin-Praline cheesecake, and we are also doing some casseroles, green beans with cranberries, and homemade dressing.

What are your Thanksgiving plans? I hope everyone is having a wonderful time with their loved ones!

Love-

Lizanne 

"Gave thanks to the Lord, for He is good

His love endures forever!" Psalm 118

Fun Fall Days in Clemson.

I spent Saturday in Clemson and got to see a lot of great friends! It was wonderful!

Heyyyyy pretty Maddi!

Cutie welcoming her dad to the tailgate. :)

Hey Ans, you're getting MARRIED in less than two weeks! Yayyy

Pretty views from the student section (LOVED being with you, D!)

Oh-So-HAPPY for this beautiful friend!

May have been a sloppy win, but a win is a win is a win.

And any day in Clemson is the best!

Country Roads, Take me Home.

Headed to Clemson today for gameday with friends! 

Cannot believe I am JUST now making it. :) 

Then it's home for a week of Thanksgiving.

Happy Weekends, All!

Lizanne

Pic via Pinterest

In every victory, In every trial.

Happy Friday, Y'all!

My favorite song today. Love singing out to Jesus...just need Him so much!

In every victory, in every trial

my soul will sing, 'BE LIFTED HIGH'!

lizanne :)

Taking a Breather.

Sometimes, it's nice to take a study break to spend time on one of my favorite hobbies and to work on what I lovingly refer to as, "Mississippi Wife Training".

Last night was the perfect time for such a break.

I had been studying for hours, my eyes were going criss-cross; and by golly, I just needed to get into the kitchen!

My friend and I made two things from the wonderful Pioneer Woman: Fancy Macaroni and Steak Fingers with gravy, two things of which I had never made before. 

It was a glorious hour-and-something spent grating, chopping, roasting, baking....frying! I cannot believe I used to be deathly afraid of this method. It's really easy! I am so adding it to the southern woman skills checklist (in moderation, of course.).

The meal was delicious and I look forward to making it in the future!

What do you like to do when you're stressed? For me, it's a combo of praying, cooking, singing, and working out. Sometimes all at the same time (have you ever tried stirring pounds of cheese to make a sauce? whew.)

Happy cooking, friends!

LLF

Happy Wednesday, All.

So thankful for this today. Especially among law school craziness. :)

Lizanne

Via Joy's Hope

Welcome to Cowboys Dancehall!

Hi, everyone! I hope y'all are doing great.

I got back from my trip late last night, and am attempting to scratch things off the to-do list. 

Whew, there is a LOT on that list this week. :)

But first, here's some pictures from my trip out west to see my man. We had such a fun time!

SA with SA! Walking around the riverwalk before eating some great Mex! (and margaritas, ahem. oh, and don't worry, I'm not jaundiced, that would just be the flash.)

Both A's roomies from Clemson and pilot training are there, so we had a reunion! So happy to spend some time with them and that the Tigers had a BIG win!

We went to Cowboys Dancehall with a group! Y'all, Texas people really know how to dance. I kept watching them two-step in amazement. A and I attempted to join in, thinking "Oh it's just like the shag with more shuffle steps!" ...my calves are still sore. We had a blast though!

We went to church and celebrated Veteran's day, hung out with friends some more, and took A to see his man-crush on the big screen. The Bond movie was very good and we took notes on well-tailored suits. :) Love how much fun we have together, forreals.

We ate Mexican on the Riverwalk (again. had to see in daytime, right?) then ventured to the Alamo!

Just two history dorks, havin' a ball.

Missing it (and my personal davy crockett) already!!!

Happy weeks, y'all!

Lizanne

George Strait all the way there.

Happy Friday!

I'm heading to TEXAS this afternoon (if the ATL airport is running on time, it's a gamble, but staying positive!) to spend the long weekend with my best friend!

Feeling so blessed to take some time off from school and spend some fun time together.

Hope you all have wonderful weekends-

Lizanne

"Enter his gates with thanksgiving

and his courts with praise

give thanks to him, bless His name!

For the Lord is good;

His steadfast love endures forever

and his faithfulness to all generations."

Psalm 100:4-5

I never do this on Friday.

I'm so bad at InstaFriday. :)

Here's some "November is here" glimpses:

Small group on the porch in the lovely weather. F made a delicious spread!

Study break #1 

Healthy stuffed sweet potatoes. Except that I added extra cheese. Yum!

Study break #2

Throwback Thursday. Ready to see my handsome beau as it has been WAY too long!

It's November 7th.

And I am officially 0-2 in my presidential voting.

However, am not throwing a hissy because.....

Jesus Reigns. Amen, amen, amen again.

My friend and I took a spontaneous trip to Target today.

A "Christmas Cookie" candle is burning on my desk. (and it only cost $9 whaatt)

I registered for my LAST semester everrrrr of law school.

This is a bakin' in the oven. 

And I FINALLY perfected this stinkin' move in pilates! 

I am thankful for SO many aspects of today and I hope you are too. We as Americans have so many blessings to count. Find joy in that today!

Thank you for reading!!

Love y'all-

Lizanne

One Step at a Time.

"Walk peacefully with me through this day. You are wondering how you will cope with all that is expected of you. You must traverse this day like any other: one step at a time. Instead of mentally rehearsing how you will do this or that, keep your mind on My presence and on taking the next step. 

The more demanding your day, the more help you can expect from me. This is a training opportunity, since I designed you for deep dependence on your Shepherd-King. Challenging times wake you up and amplify your awareness of needing my help.

When you don't know what to do, wait while I open the way before you. Trust that I know what I'm doing, and be ready to follow My lead. I will give strength to you, and will bless you with peace."

Jesus Calling

Pic from Pinterest. 

So happy bean boots are back in my life!

Fall Baked Brie.

Hey y'all! 

The MPRE is over! And it's gameday!

So, here's a recipe that I'm making tonight and one that my family and I love to eat.

Baked Brie

1 wheel of brie cheese

1 regular-sized package of crescent rolls

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup pecans

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup bourbon (optional, kinda)

1 egg, beaten

Preheat oven to 350

Open the crescent rolls and  push the triangles together to form into two squares

Mix together the cranberries, pecans, honey, and bourbon

Place one square on a baking sheet and place the wheel of brie on top 

Pour half of the pecan-honey mixture on top of the brie

Place the other square of the crescents on top of the cheese and press the edges of the squares together

Brush the egg on top of the crescent and bake for 20 minutes

Take out of oven, and top with pecan-honey mixture and bake for another 5 minutes

Serve with crackers and apple slices

Enjoy and Go Tigers!

Lizanne

Monogram Musings.

The other weekend, Ali gave us bridesmaids these adorable monogrammed tumblers! My friend Ansley and I were so excited to see our "soon-to-be initials" on ours.

Y'all, as if I wasn't before, now I really am in monogram mode. I keep seeing things in person and online that I just need want to have reppin' the LFC. Just to name a few, ahem...

Stationary.  I am a note writer. I adore putting the pen to paper as I think it is such a lost art.These traditional notecards from Stationary Studio are calling my (almost) name.

I so need to take advantage of the 2-for-1 sale. 100 cards for $30? My love for paper products rejoices! The thank you and encouragement cards I could write on them!!

Personalized Jewelry. Adore all these monogrammed necklaces I've been spotting lately:

L.L. Bean's Boat Tote. I received one of these extra-large totes for my HIGH school graduation, and it is still my favorite on-the-go bag. They are so cute and soooo durable!

What do y'all think? 

Are you a monogrammed fan or no? 

If so, what fun things have you put your initials on lately? :)

Love y'all-

LLF

The 3L Conspiracy.

My friends and I are convinced that the "bore you to death" part of the popular law school poem is just a conspiracy to keep us all from dropping out.

Aside from my ending a sentence in a preposition (gasp), would anyone else like to agree with my statement? :)

This week, between studying for the MPRE, attempting to perfect another closing argument, putting together my trial notebook, switching my bar prep state, beginning to outline my remedies and business associations classes, and...working even more on that pesky thing called a job hunt, I most certainly do not feel bored.

Not annoyed, not frustrated, yet definitely not BORED. 

I hope y'all are having great weeks! Especially my law gals who like me, would love some time to breathe, and maybe even catch a mani-pedi?

Love-

Lizanne