When I began Lovely Pearls back in November, it was out of pure obedience to Him and my personal desire to share with you all that was going on in my crazy mind!  Over the past couple of years, I have learned and grown in wonderful ways!  I had hoped that this blog would be very interactive among you readers, but I’ve definitely enjoyed the email responses and comments you all did give.  Now as Gerardo and I are beginning this new season, I feel my own focus and attentions rearranging and believe once again He is calling me . . .

I have decided that there is a really good chance this is my last post.  My desire is to put more action to my thoughts and His teachings.  I would rather put my efforts towards interacting personally with you all and doing life together rather then just sharing about mine.  No worries – I am definitely keeping Lovely Pearls up and running, and hope you all enjoy referring back to some of the posts rather it be by categories, dates, or whatever.  God is continually at work, and I hope you seek Him intentionally.  He never called us to be comfortable!

Thank you for letting me share with you some of my favorites about today (1, 2, 3, 4), grace, joy, all the blessings, and even a random gift sack!  I know I shared lots and lots and lots and lots and lots of verse and quotes as well.  We are all beauties and warriors in His eyes, and I pray you all continue to share His love with everyone around you!

For all of you regular readers, I love having this relationship with you and pray that it only grows stronger.  I’m going to try to remain pretty active on Facebook ‘Libby Shinn Myrin’ and also don’t want you to hesitate to email me at libby.myrin@okstatealumni.org.

Thank you all!  Love you!!!  xoxo . . . simly, classy, fun!!!

(In case it’s not visible, there are several links in this text.)

We attended a dinner last night for first year medical students – part of Gerardo’s orientation activities.  There was a raffle with several prizes.  We watched as they called others’ numbers and made jokes about our not winning.  Then the last number was called – Gerardo’s!  And look what he won!

Yup, that’s right.  He won a real skull!!!  Only a medical student would be pumped about that.  Oh, here we go . . .

This is totally random, but I’ve devloped a thing for champagne glasses.  Call me crazy, but I see a lot of meaning in them.  And I’m not talking about the actual champagne buzz.

I see a lot of simplicity and class in these little glasses.  Almost every time they are used, it is during a celebration and a happy time.

Simplicity. Class. Celebration. Happy.  That’s why I’m loving champagne glasses!  They aren’t quite my lovely pearls, but they’re getting close!

Click HERE and read this story!!!  I’m angry and sad at the same time!  I’d love to hear your thoughts on this!  Who sets the standards of cuteness anyway?!?!?!?!

I used to think I wasn’t a big fan of change!  But I sure am excited about this one! 

Today I am starting my Graduate Accounting Certification through the University of Phoenix. (Yes, I’m one of the few that actually enjoys school.)
Gerardo’s med school orientation is this week with class starting on Monday.  (We are both just so happy about his beginning medical school and what lies ahead with all of that! I’m so proud of him!)
Sounds like I might get to start teaching at the University of Phoenix campus in OKC.  (Hopefully a starting point to my ultimate career dream – teaching.)
Starting some new involvement in a community program with Boeing. (My position uses my mind but this is more in-line with my heart.)
My new job is no long feeling as ‘new’.  (Really enjoying it . . . whole package is a gift from God.)
We’re gonna get back into serving regularly at our LifeChurch.tv campus.  (Able to actually experience my church as my church now.)
I’m on a new health kick that is just that – focused on health instead of the stupid scale. (Don’t worry – be healthy!)
Getting more regularly with spending time with the girlfriends.  (That’s just good for the soul.)

I guess when it comes down to it, I am enjoying all this change because I know it is all completely from Him and fills me with peace and joy!  God is good!

What about you?  Do you find yourself enjoying or dreading change?

So I had a somewhat cynical attitude about the Olympics prior to their start due to all the protests and scandals.  But after the Opening Ceremony and watching some events this weekend, I think I’m hooked!  Did ya’ll see the men’s swimming relay last night?  Or the mens bike race on Saturday?  I love the excitement and energy!  I’m enjoying how regardless of world events, political drama, and differing views, we can all come together in a fun and healthy way!

I always have wished I could dive or do a floor routine in gymnastics!  (Definitely wasn’t given the strength or body for either! )

If you could, wish event would you want to be yours?

Lord, give me an eternal mindset.  A mindset filled with You that overwhelms me.  Be my Consuming Fire.  May any worldly thinking be decreased to your glory and power.  May I store up my treasures in heaven.  Turn my thoughts about this world, my appearance, my desire to please others, my tasks at work, what we’re going to have for dinner, how clean our house is – turn all my thoughts heavenward and to others’ needs.  May I live my life fearing hell and anticipating heaven.  May I be a light that reveals your grace and joy to all around me.

Got your attention?

Do you believe in hell?  Do you live like you believe in hell?

This weekend’s message at LifeChurch.tv was pretty stirring.  We’re doing a series called So You’re Dead . . . Now What?  This week’s topic was hell.  Good, good stuff!

I’d definitely recommend watching the message online Tuesday night at 8:00 or when it becomes available on Wednesday (just go to www.lifechurch.tv).  But I wanted to share some points that really got me.

Do you really believe in hell?  Like everlasting torment? Isolation? Burning?  (the scripture is pretty blunt)

Do you know who Jesus was talking to every time he discussed hell?
The religious people.  Not the prostitutes or beggars or criminals.  But the ‘righteous’.  They’ve got lots of head knowledge, but He was concerned about their hearts.  (Sounds a bit too relevant for today.)

If you believe in hell, do you live like it?  Do you share your faith like it?  Ugh, gut check for me!

There is nothing in scripture that talks about being comfortable.  I would much rather be filled with the Consuming Fire here on earth filled with joy rather than tormenting fire in eternity.

Is anyone else completely fascinated by the Chinese culture?!?!
What an incredible opening ceremony!

Well, I honestly don’t have anything post-worthy right now.  I think my mind still wishes it was in Crested Butte.  My body hasn’t been feeling well.  And other people/things have my focus. But I wanted to say ‘hi’!

How are you guys?