Well Done.

So happy to help spread the word about the project Well Done. Charity Water is a campaign that every person can relate to! All you need to do to get inspired is watch this video.  About a year ago, I posted this to support a friends campaign, and since then I have been following the incredible things Charity Water has accomplished.

Now, the blogger community is pulling together to spread the word about Lauren and Keely's initiative. They are oh so close to raising enough to fund a water well. Please consider helping. It only takes 5$.

We are asking you to trade 

a cup of coffee, a glass of wine, one happy hour,

...or whatever "your drink" may be.

For one day.

So that together, 

the blogging community 

can give 250 people a chance

to drink clean water.

For the rest of their lives.

To donate to the campaign, please visit here. 

New Look Reveal + Gulf Shore Support

Thank you thank you thank you to all those who helped vote on the new header! It was pretty much a dead tie between #2 and #3! So, I have incorporated both into the new brand scheme! Also, stay tuned for a new website launch! Lots of fun changes...and the bolder fun colors seem to match my style much better! You can grab the new buttons here.

Also, on a totally different topic....last week I had a reader comment the following:

"I have been reading your blog now for quite some time and really like it. I don't know if it's your style or not , but do you think you could do a post on the oil spill in the gulf? I love your thoughts and opinions, and would love to see your comments on this tragedy." 

I don't consider myself well versed enough to discuss politics here, but I did want to address your comment! think we have all been feeling a little disgusted with the situation on the Gulf... This is a problem I wish would go away considering there are so many important issues being put on hold because of it. Soooooo,Thank you dear reader who make me stop and do some research as to how we can help this situation!! I don't know how I missed this, but Flapperdoodle (who I have featured before) started a shop where all the items are donated to sell and 100%  of the proceeds are being given to OxFam America and National Wildlife Association. You can read the details here! I am hoping this is a small way I can help!

Tuesday News: Blog Design + Sseko Designs

Postponing the giveaway till next week, because the shop hosting it sold out of her items and she has to re-stock! Just a hint that it is going to be a good one:) Want to share a few things with you.....Did some blog touch ups and design layout for artist Dallas Shaw over at DillyDallas. Check it out:) Really fun blog to follow while you are at it!

Also, so excited to share a little about Sseko Designs. One of IHOD's lovely readers, Meghan, sent this to me, and I was UH-MAZED.  These women are so beautiful, strong, and determined. Not only that, their sandal designs are incredible. I am planning on purchasing a pair...

Please take a moment to Read the full story! 

Shop the sandals here. (They even customize for weddings!)

Get inspired....

Inspiration Countdown + Holiday Wassail

As Christmas approaches, the spirit is rising in our house. Baking, Secret Santa, Games, Music, Movies, Food, Dancing, etc. Here is a wonderful Holiday Drink Recipe I made for my family that makes you feel like you are drinking a big mug full of Holiday Cheer!

Holiday Wassail

64 oz. apple juice

16 oz. cranberry juice

3/4 cup sugar

2 cinn. sticks

1 tsp. Allspice

2 orange slices

1/8 teaspoonb cloves

25oz. rum (optional)

Mix together and warm.

Amidst all the fun I love the time our family takes to reflect around the advent wreath and thank God for blessings and pray for those in need.

Amaryllis and Holly Advent Wreath - Woodland Reflections 

Here is another way you can spread the word for Charity! They are donating to my charity of choice! Whether you are giving time, talents, or treasure this Christmas, all are needed, all are important:) I would love to hear how you choose to GIVE!

Enjoy your families and have a Blessed Day!

Inspiration Countdown: Charity Water

This Holiday season, we encourage you to share what God has blessed you with and contribute to a necessity of life: clean WATER, to those who need it most: 

PLEASE VISIT-  http://mycharitywater.org/liza and find out how 
YOU CAN HELP MY FRIEND LIZA turn