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April 10, 2012

Powder Room Reveal

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 I am so relieved to have this room done! I mentioned awhile back that I had no idea when I started this remodel, that the smallest room in the house would be the most challenging.
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 I shared my intentions to makeover my powder room about eight weeks ago. But here’s a little reminder of how it’s evolved over the years.
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 This is a photo heavy post..I hope that’s okay! grin! I will share in my next post all of the details on how I brought this room together.  So for now…enjoy my powder room makeover!
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 I am on a wainscoting kick, so I couldn’t leave the powder room out! I added beadboard to the room to lighten it up.
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 A close up of some of the details.
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 The tangerine, grey and red stone fleur de lis was my inspiration piece for the room.
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 I also loved this little pot, which was a perfect match to the tangerine!
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 I really struggled finding a rug that I liked that fit the color scheme but also wasn’t too busy since it’s right next to our entryway.  What do you think? A good choice?
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 My boldest decision in the room…the tangerine ceiling! If you follow us on Facebook, you know that Bama Boy put up quite the objection to me using orange tangerine anywhere in the house. 
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Am I crazy? Well, maybe. But it’s just paint right? And, life’s too short not too have a little fun in your house!
So what do you think? Do you like the transformation?
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Stay tuned for the details on this makeover!
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  1. Dixie Delights says

    April 9, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    I LOVE it. The pops of tangerine are just perfect! Can’t wait to see more of the projects!!

    Reply
  2. stefanie says

    April 9, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    LOVE IT!!!!!

    Reply
  3. Jamie says

    April 9, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    I love your new powder room! Every photo is just beautiful!! I especially love the shelf photo’s and the details photo. ~ Jamie

    Reply
  4. Teresa@SagebrushRidge says

    April 9, 2012 at 5:34 PM

    I love the whimsy and unexpected touch of the tangerine! School rivals?! Whatever! Non issue. Beautiful job.

    Reply
  5. Jana@Transformations From the Heart says

    April 9, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    I love it~The tangerine ceiling looks awesome! I tried putting that color on the walls in my 1/2 bath but it didn’t look good at all. The color made it too closed in looking. So now I have one wall in my kitchen that color but plan on changing it soon. Your room pulls the tangerine color off well!

    Reply
  6. Debbie says

    April 9, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    I do like it! I am in the process of changing out my powder room too. It just doesn’t have the pizazz yet that I want, though. Maybe a tangerine ceiling…

    Reply
  7. Anonymous says

    April 9, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Love it Heather! Can hardly wait to see all the re-do’s next month!

    Mom

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  8. thistlewoodfarm says

    April 9, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Heather,

    I love that orange. And the little sign with the orange letters that says wash. Seriously. Thanks for the inspiration!

    blessings,
    karianne

    Reply
  9. Kim @ La Belle Époque says

    April 9, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    The tangerine ceiling is amazing! Way to go…

    Reply
  10. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    April 9, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    What a pleasant surprise to see that ceiling…the colors are extraordinary in that room….just love them!…I am in love with the wire basket on the stool…great!…Loved the reveal!

    Reply
  11. sheri says

    April 9, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    I love it – absolutely love it! We are ‘noles and we say the only time orange is ok is for Auburn!! (hate those gators!)

    Reply
  12. Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge says

    April 9, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    Love the whole thing, but especially the Tennessee Vol orange on the ceiling. 😉 Seriously though, great job. Can’t wait to read about the details.
    Angie

    Reply
  13. Four Marrs and One Venus says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    Heather it is so bright and cheerful- I can’t help but just smile walking into this room! I LOVE the idea of painting the ceiling that bold color- you rocked this room! Yep that rug is Perfect– love every little detail to you bathroom, great job! -Jen

    Reply
  14. Youaretalkingtoomuch.com says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:17 AM

    LOVE! This post has helped me so much! I am right now in the “planning” process of renovating a small bath downstairs. I love your vanity color and would love to copy! I love everything you did in here but can honestly tall you that my husband would “freak” if I ever used “tangerine” because of his “arch” SEC rivals. : ) For real….but I LOVE seeing it in yours! Awesome job! TRULY! Thank you for sharing at Meet Me Monday! Love, Me

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  15. Pamela says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:18 AM

    It looks great Heather! I love the pop of color!

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  16. Debbiedoo's says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    LOVES it…that ceiling was the ticket. Great accessories too Heather!

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  17. How to Nest for Less says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    Wow, talk about GLAM!!! Absolutely love it 🙂 And that ceiling?! Jaw dropper!!! You did a fabulous job 🙂

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  18. Jessica Kielman says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    OOOOHHHH! I love it! It’s so different, and completely gorgeous!

    Jessica @ Mom 4 Real

    Reply
  19. Jen-CraftOManiac says

    April 10, 2012 at 12:53 AM

    ITS GORGEOUS, PLUS I adore the colors. I would love it if you linked this up to COM-MONDAY going on right now. xo-winks, jen

    Reply
  20. Anu@My Dream Canvas says

    April 10, 2012 at 1:27 AM

    Wow, stunning colors. You have a wonderful blog. I am visiting you via Tuesday Treasures. I look forward to seeing you at My Dream Canvas

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  21. Heather says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:00 AM

    What an adorable bathroom! I love the pop of tangerine!

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  22. chateau chic says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    I reeeeally like the transformation of your powder room. Love the color scheme you went with and your accessories.
    Mary Alice

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  23. Lisa @ Before Meets After says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:09 AM

    Wow!! I love the boldness of the ceiling. i just finished painting my dining room ceiling. After a crick in my neck I swear I’ll never do it again!!

    Reply
  24. Ange says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:24 AM

    How fun! Love the pop of color on the ceiling and what a perfect room to do it in! The wainscoting is great, I want to put it in my entire house. I was hoping you would share a picture or two of the failed stencil. I’m curious to see what you were doing with it. 🙂 Looks great Heather!

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  25. reFresh reStyle says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:33 AM

    I love the orange! The whole room makes me smile, love the birds, bead-board…it’s so beautiful. You did a great job!
    Debbie

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  26. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    Heather,
    It looks stunning…love the ceiling:) Now tell Bama Boy that this Auburn gal has red in her home…it’s really just a color:) Hope you come by to my party to show it off.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  27. Fox Hollow Cottage says

    April 10, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    Cute-Cute-Cute! Love the warm, happy orange color and the crisp, clean white!
    Looks so pretty. My favorite bathroom version so far. The fleur de lise on the commode is darling too 😉

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  28. Dawn @ MakingHome says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:04 AM

    I LOVE the make over ! Especially the tangerine ceiling ! I also love the bird canvas , teal pottery , and bird canvas . Great job !

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  29. Rosemary@villabarnes says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:07 AM

    Love the transformation. Very cheerful.

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  30. Andrea@ourbluefrontdoor says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:56 AM

    So awesome! Can you come do mine…I need help so badly! Love the tangerine and how in the world did you paint the ceiling so well upside down 🙂 Such inspiration

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  31. Anna says

    April 10, 2012 at 4:17 AM

    I LOVE it! You should come share this over at the Weekend Warrior Link party: https://www.askannamoseley.com/2012/04/weekend-warrior-47-features.html.

    I pinned it and will definitely be sharing it on FB too!

    Anna
    http://www.askannamoseley.com

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  32. Amy Fountain says

    April 10, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    The tangerine pops up everywhere, its an amazing touch! 🙂

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  33. freida says

    April 10, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    I am lovin’ that orange ceiling and I happen to be a Bama GIRL!!! You did an amazing job on this and have inspired me to step outside my box! I saw the ‘sneak peek’ on Pinterest, and just had to come take a closer look! WOW!!! I’m a new follower, so I can’t wait to see what you do next! Thanks for the inspiration! RTR

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  34. The Bold Abode says

    April 10, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Oh yes…Orange in SEC college football is bad… Orange in your powder room is delicious!! Love it!

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  35. Becca says

    April 10, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    BRAVO, Heather! You did an incredible job in this space. The pops of tangerine are gorgeous and are the perfect compliment to your wall color, too! Love that you painted the ceiling such a fun color (which, your family will grow to love, lol). And, such great pieces you added, too (love the wire basket)! Awesome mirror … you rock!

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  36. Calypso In The Country says

    April 10, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    I LOVE the tangerine ceiling! It really adds so much character to the room. I love the beadboard and all the colors in the room too!

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  37. Chatty Chics says

    April 10, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    It looks amazing! Great job! Love the color choices! So fresh! Fabulous!
    Melody
    One Chatty Chic

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  38. Linda M. says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Very nice powder room make over. As you say it is just paint and when YOU are tired of it you can change it again. Enjoy! Linda

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  39. Gypsy Heart says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Gorgeous! The ceiling is unexpected and just beautiful. The colors are all very “happy” I think.

    Pat

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  40. Cynthia says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    This looks fabulous. I love the choices and that metal basket is a favorite of mine in there it is great.

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  41. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    April 10, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Heather, your bathroom looks fantastic! I love the colors you chose; the tangerine and gray are really great together. Very nice job!

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  42. dee dee says

    April 10, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Excellent job! Love the bright colors in this room! Like you said life is too short to live with living a little on the edge!
    dee dee

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  43. NanaDiana says

    April 10, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    Heather- It looks great. I think the tangerine ceiling is a fun touch- daring but fun! The powder room is just lovely and I can tell you put a lot of thought into everything in it. xo Diana

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  44. Fishtail Cottage says

    April 10, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    I’m loving the color combo. What a fantastic idea to paint the ceiling the accent color, rather than the walls! Loving it all -xoxo

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  45. Margaret Pereira says

    April 10, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    The powder room looks fantastic. Love the colours!! I really love the framed “wash”…brilliant.

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  46. Coastal Cottage Dreams says

    April 10, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    Love the ceiling! It makes the room really pop!!! Thanks for sharing! I love the changes that you made!

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  47. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    April 10, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    Love it, Heather and love the tangerine ceiling. Anything unique is great.

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  48. Judy says

    April 10, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    I just love it Heather. I think the tangerine ceiling is absolutely amazing. You’re so right…it’s only paint and I think it’s such an awesome addition to the room. I love all of the elements you added. I can’t wait to see all the details of how you did it all.

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  49. The DIY Show Off says

    April 11, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    Oh, Heather! Everything about it is awesome. I love love love your attention to detail (so pretty!) and that ceiling is so fun! Beautiful transformation, girl! 😉

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  50. Revi says

    April 11, 2012 at 12:48 AM

    I LOOOOVE your new bathroom makeover! It looks fresh, fun and stylish. What more could one ask for? 🙂
    =Revi

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  51. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    April 11, 2012 at 2:12 AM

    Heather I LOVE LOVE everything about this makeover!!

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  52. Eclectically Vintage says

    April 11, 2012 at 2:54 AM

    Heather
    Love the orange ceiling, stool, metal basket, mirror….every little detail is perfection!
    Kelly

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  53. Anne Lorys - Fiona and Twig says

    April 11, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    it is absolutely darling, I love it!!!
    The pops of color are so cheery and happy. 🙂

    Hugs,
    Anne

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  54. Shelia says

    April 11, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    Hi Heather! Oh, I love your little ‘water closet’! Love the color you’re using in there – tangerine! 🙂 How creative to paint your ceiling. I want that cute shelf and really like the pattern in the backs – you’re just too good! 🙂 I like your rug too! You did a fabulous job.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

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  55. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    April 11, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Oh I love the orange. That is one of my favorite colors and painting the ceiling is so fun. Great makeover. Hugs, Marty

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  56. Jeanette @ This Dusty House says

    April 11, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    I love all the orange details. Orange and blue/turquoise is my favourite colour combination these days and you’ve incorporated both into this bathroom! Love, so much!

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  57. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    April 12, 2012 at 1:29 AM

    Tangerine Tango — it is my goal to incorporate as much of this color in my life this year as possible! LOVE the painted ceiling!!

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  58. Angela says

    April 12, 2012 at 1:34 AM

    Heather, that tangerine ceiling ROCKS!! You did an awesome job! My husband would object too…we went to Texas A&M and our rivals sport orange too! 😉
    Love it!!
    ~Angela

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  59. Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com says

    April 12, 2012 at 4:06 AM

    Unbelievable! The mirror and all the accessories are totally dreamy! It’s totally blasting!!! The pictures speak for themselves…your powder room is a thing of beauty! XO, Aimee

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  60. Gabby says

    April 12, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Loooooooove it!!!! The color combination is to die for, and I really am over the moon for the ceiling and mirror! And I agree…the small rooms are not easy. At all. I got a little rebellious with my closet, and I will have that post up next week. This powder room makes me want to start all over! Gorgeous!

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  61. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    April 12, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    Tell Bama Boy to not look up … in fact, when he’s in that particular room perhaps he should be focusing on his aim not the ceiling …

    🙂

    Love how it all turned out. And glad to see I’m not the only person adding orange (sorry, tangerine) into her home.

    And I’m loving all things bead board and board & batten. Have for years and years … it’s timeless!

    🙂

    Linda

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  62. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    April 12, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    Heather, Love the transformation! The pops of tangerine are beautiful.
    Hugs, Sherry

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  63. Cindy says

    April 12, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Love it! I especially love how you added pattern in the shelf, the pot and the rug (all which are easily changed) instead of on the walls. Perfect! The tangerine is so now! It all looks very fresh and current. Well done!
    XO Cindy

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  64. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    April 12, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    You are so right, life is too short not to have a bit of decor fun. The tangerine is so fresh and fun, and on the ceiling like that just makes it more unexpected and totally cool. I also like Linda @ it all started with paint’s message to Bama boy 😉

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  65. Molly Watson says

    April 13, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    I really like your style in your powder room…simple yet fun!! That blue ceramic piece on your shelf is adorable. My eyes kept coming back to it :O) But also the tangerine (love it!!)…I can’t wait to have a home of my own (since we live in military housing for a bit longer) so I can do fun projects like this! Thanks for sharing

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  66. Julie @ Knot All That I Seam says

    April 13, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Looks amazing Heather! I’m trying to redo our bathroom but it feels like such a big job. You’ve inspired me to keep working at it. Thanks for sharing! x Julie

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  67. Pamela says

    April 13, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    Still loving this Heather! Thanx for coming to party at my place!

    Reply
  68. Roxanne Reinhart says

    April 13, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    Love it – so brave to use the tangerine on the ceiling..but soooo brilliant too!! I want that blue pot (vase)on the hanging shelf so when you are done could you just send it my way. Really though, the room looks great.

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  69. The Hell on Heels Housewife says

    April 14, 2012 at 1:08 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!! The details and the colors are perfect…very inspiring!

    Maggie
    http://www.thehellonheelshousewife.blogspot.com

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  70. Jessica Bruno says

    April 15, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Love the orange ceiling :)The colors work great together and I expecially love the wallpaper (or whatever it is) that you used in the background of the little cabinet/shelf 🙂

    Reply
  71. Good Time Charlie says

    April 17, 2012 at 2:26 AM

    This is the best makeover to date. Love that Orange ceiling! And I love that little pot too. You did great work, it looks gorgeous. Thanks for sharing. -K

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  72. Jen Lossing says

    April 17, 2012 at 4:01 AM

    This is wonderful. I loved seeing all the before pictures. It is funny how our taste evolves! I love the mirror too! Where did you find that fabulous little number?

    Reply
  73. Cristina Garay says

    April 17, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    How beautiful!! I love that tangerine color! The mirror and all those little details makes your powder room fabulous!

    Reply
  74. pam {simple details} says

    April 17, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    So unique! Love the statement of all your bold pops throughout!

    Reply
  75. Sharon @ mrshinesclass says

    April 20, 2012 at 2:05 AM

    I love the unexpected punch of color on the ceiling. The bathroom rug does tie the colors together well. My favorite elements are the beadboard, stool, and wire basket.

    Sharon @ mrs. hines class

    Reply
  76. Terri says

    April 20, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Tangerine, pretty , wouldn’t have thoght to use it but it sure pops! Love the beadboard it really adds to the entire look. What I have noticed is how important accessories are when decorating.

    Reply
  77. Dear Emmeline says

    September 26, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    it looks awesome! love the pop on the ceiling and the new beadboard! the stool and metal tote are my favorite and they pull the accent colors in so nicely!

    Reply

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For he grew up before him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of parched ground; he has no stately form or majesty that we should look upon him, nor appearance that we should be attracted to him.

He was despised and forsaken of men, a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief; and like one from whom men hide their face, he was despised, and we did not esteem him. Surely our griefs he himself bore, and our sorrows he carried; yet we ourselves esteemed him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. 

But he was pierced through for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the chastening for our well-being fell upon him, and by his scourging we are healed.

All of us like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; but the Lord has caused the iniquity of us all to fall on him. (Isaiah 53)
I try to always remember to put a water bottle in I try to always remember to put a water bottle in my car before I go to pick up my daughter from school. She didn't ask me to do this, but a few months ago I began to notice that she was often thirsty when she would get in the car. Her water bottle filled up at the beginning of the day was empty by the time school got out and she would ask if she could have some water from my hydroflask. So I make sure to have one waiting for her. It's just a simple thing, really. But, I want her to know that I'm paying attention, that I see her.

Isn't it amazing how small gestures can make us feel less invisible? Knowing that someone is thinking of us and takes the time to meet a need that we might not have even realized we had? These little acts can have big impacts. What is something that someone has done for you recently that made you feel valued and seen?

What have you done for someone else to remind them that you are paying attention to their needs?

“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.”
― Charles Dickens
“The next day the large crowd that had come to t “The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!’ – John 12:9-19
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