Ice, Ice Baby!!!

I know, I know such a corny name for a title but so true. I don't know about ya'll but the weather is killing me! This past weekend and pretty much the beginning of this week we received around 8 inches of snow here in east Tennessee. Then, last night and today a huge ice storm blew through. I love snow, I'm not a big fan of ice but I do absolutely love snow. One thing that you have to understand is that here in Tennessee we are not used to that amount of snow...by that I mean the entire city shuts down. I live in the country, not the city. It takes me around 20 minutes to get into civilization so 8 inches of snow and an ice storm means I am stuck inside for DAYS!!! Here are a few pictures of the beautiful snow and ice...

Icy tree...

Semi-clear roads

This picture cracks me up. She had almost her entire head stuck in the snow! 

Tasha

Operation Christmas Child!

Last Friday night, I went to Boone, North Carolina along with my Nana and Poppy. We went there to help with shoeboxes for Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child. 

I could not believe what a beautiful facility they have in Boone. It was so big we couldn't even find where we were supposed to go. We went there with Nana and Poppy's church and we had so much fun! I have already told Nana to sign me up for next year.

"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." -3 John 1:4

It was so rewarding and fulfilling to know that every shoebox I inspected would be opened up by a sweet little child who would be so grateful for this gift. My Nana and I would look at the items in the shoebox and get all excited because we could just imagine how the child would smile and be happy with their box. 

This was half of the warehouse. It was packed full of boxes for us to inspect.

The other half....more boxes!

Me inspecting shoeboxes.

Nana having fun!

Nana and I

*sorry for the quality, these were taken from my phone*

I had so much fun volunteering for Operation Christmas Child. I plan on doing it every year. I have decided that next year, for every pair of shoes that I buy, I will fill it full of items for these sweet children. It really touched me to know that these items were going to children who need and will appreciate this shoebox.

A few facts about Operation Christmas Child:

800 million shoeboxes delivered last year

Over 130 countries have received boxes since 1993

One mission....

To demonstrate God's love in a tangible way to needy children around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

"I received many items in my box- pencils, school supplies and other things. I am very happy because we can't afford to buy those items. But the greatest gift I received was Jesus Christ." -Gemher, Philippines, age 9

This was a wonderful experience and I am counting down the days till next year. I would love if each of you would fill a shoebox for these children. Just grab a shoebox stuff it with hygiene items (no liquids), school supplies, toys, hard candy, flashlight, batteries and a letter or card. Then go online to Samaritan's Purse and download a label for your box. You can also track your box so that you know where it goes. 

They gave every volunteer a free t-shirt and Christmas ornament...

It is my new favorite!

Tasha

Meet Me On Monday

It's time for Meet Me On Monday!

{one}
How do you order your steak?
I am not a big steak eater. If I do order a steak, I order it medium.

{two}
Are you superstitious about anything?


Umm...not really...well I guess...kinda! I always knock on something (it may not always be wood) if I am talking about something good.

{three}
Who is your best friend not including your spouse?


Well I have two!

This sweet lady is like my big sister and I love her to death!

Katelyn and I have been friends since before middle school and just recently became very close again. I am so thankful for her and our friendship!


{four}
When was the last time you wore a dress?
The other day I wore a cute button up dress and my cowboy boots...I don't have a picture though :(

{five}
Do you have any trips scheduled?
Sunday we are supposed to go to Asheville, North Carolina to The Grove Park Inn for the gingerbread houses. My parents and I are thinking about going to either Atlanta or Nashville for a few days after Christmas.

Tasha

Fill In the Blank Friday!

happy friday ya'll!

It's Fill In the Blank Friday!

1. I wish I had more time in the day. I wish I had more time period. I always feel like I am being rushed everyday.

2. Yesterday I spent the entire day observing a kindergarten class. It was my last day and I was so sad to leave their cute little faces. I really enjoyed spending time with them and I can't wait to have my own little classroom. 

3. Today I will go to Boone, NC to stuff shoe boxes to send to little kids, all over the world, for Christmas. It makes my heart smile to know that I helping someone's Christmas to be better :).

4. Tomorrow I will be writing a paper, mailing my Christmas cards and hopefully watching my little 10 year old nephew be baptized.

5. Maybe I will have time for a nap tomorrow!

6. Someday I will have a little family of my own to make the Christmas season even more special.

7. I love my family and friends. The Christmas season makes us all remember what is so special in our lives and I feel so blessed with the special people I get to share my life with. I also love my amazing blogging friends, each of you are very special to me!

Go over to Lauren's blog and fill in the blank!!!

Have a wonderful evening!

Tasha

What I'm Loving!

happy wednesday ya'll! 

It's a chilly morning here in Tennessee! We still have snow on the ground because the temperature has been under 20* for three days! I'm looking forward to the high of 31* today! {actually I am looking forward to summer}

Well it's Wednesday and as always here is What I'm Loving this cold Wednesday morning!

I am loving this beautiful Christmas ornament that I just ordered.
Nicole, blogged about these ornaments featured on HSN.
This ornament was designed by Whiting and Davis and I think it is stunning.
At least 30% of the purchase price goes directly to St. Jude.
Go check out all of the ornaments that HSN has to offer and support St. Jude.

I am loving this AMAZING hospital! The wonderful doctors and staff at this hospital work non-stop to find cures and save our children. The Holiday season makes us start to think about what is important in our life and it is important that we protect our future. Children are the future! This Christmas, I pray that you will remember the children in this hospital. Pray that this is not their last Christmas. Pray that each one of these children is healed. Pray that St. Jude continues to find cures to heal these children. I pray that families keep supporting this wonderful hospital, like my family does.

I am loving this sweet video! This video is about a young boy, Dax, who was a patient at St. Jude. Please watch this video and support St. Jude! 

I am loving that there are only 17 days left till Christmas!

I am loving that I only have EXACTLY one week left till Christmas Break!

I am loving that Friday I am headed to Boone, NC to stuff gift boxes for children at Christmas! It's such a beautiful city and I love every chance that I get to go there!

I am loving that my order from Pampered Chef will be here tomorrow!


I am loving all of my new followers!

I hope everyone has a great Wednesday and a great week!
Go over to Jamie's blog and tell us What Your Loving!!!

Tasha

recipe blog!

Hey friends!

I just wanted to let ya'll know that I have started a recipe blog! I absolutely love to cook and bake. I, also love to share recipes!!! I hope that each one of you will follow my recipe blog and use the recipes I post. I would love for you to share recipes with me and leave comments on what you love and don't love! 

from my kitchen to yours

To all of my wonderful friends out there who love to cook, hate to cook or are looking for a new recipe, I am participating in a recipe exchange. Many women are participating in the exchange and in the end each person should receive several recipes. If you are interested in participating in the swap either leave me a comment with your email address or email me your address at tasharogers86@gmail.com. I will add you to my list so that you can receive several new recipes!

I hope ya'll enjoy the new recipe blog!

p.s. I am so excited to see all my new blogging friends! I have around 10 new followers from today! I love to log on and see more followers. I hope you all enjoy my blog and I can't wait to get to know you all better!

Tasha

Monday Link Up!

Happy Monday Ya'll!

I had a very boring weekend and I am getting back into the routine of blogging. The snow has kept me inside all weekend and today too! I love the snow but not when it keeps me from going places.

Today I am linking up with Never Growing Old for Meet Me on Monday!

{one}

What is your favorite kind of cheese?

I love a lot of cheeses, however, I am very picky about my cheese!

For my sandwiches I only like a certain kind of cheese...

It's sliced very thick and I love it!

{two}

What size is your bed?

QUEEN! and it's all mine! There is no room for anyone else....so when I get married I will definitely have to upgrade to a king! My Mom says a king size bed is a must in any marriage!

{three}

What is your most overused praise?

I say, "That's hilarious!" all the time. I say it so much that I notice 2 of the kiddos saying it all the time now! 

I also say, "Ya'll!" a lot!

{four}

Green or purple grapes?

Green only!

{five}

Shower, morning or night?

Either one! I don't have a set schedule so I just shower whenever I get a chance during the day. I prefer to shower at night because of my crazy curly hair, it makes it easier to manage in the morning!

Go link up!

Tasha