May 15th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?’ Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
Marianne Williamson
Have the courage to shine bright today.
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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April 17th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
Strength….. more than we ever thought we would have….
Looking back in my rear view mirror of my life, I often think “HOW did I ever manage to get through those times in my life? Reflecting back, do you ever remember a time that you were going through that seemed so tough? What did you draw on to get you through? What did you focus your heart on? Your mind? Or did you?
When I go back to these memories, I know that I somehow was given the ability to compartmentalize things- I was able to take out the emotion from the information- and somehow deal with that directly…. It was a survival strategy that I had been able to strum up from somewhere. And I realized I was Stonger than I thought.
But I found that in doing that – compartmentalizing things- after too long- I was really shutting down my internal emotion & closing off my heart. It was a very difficult time- it was years actually. Hard years where I just went through life on “autopilot.”
So, now looking back I am choosing to focus my mind & heart on different things. I know now that I truly am,
STRONGER THAN I THOUGHT….
I focus on what God has promised me- what his plan is for me and that thank GOD He has every detail of it!
I carry that with me. Focus on that and know that I am strong.
SO ARE YOU.
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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March 30th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
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it takes courage. Courage cuff
Trying something new takes courage
So today is the day that “quote cuffs” are launched! It has taken a lot of courage, some crazy creativity, fun inspiration, a bit of research into some great causes & lots of leather! I am so excited to be offering you more encouragement, inspiration & hope through our quote cuffs- My hope is that you will feel loved, encouraged & known when you grab your cuff & wear it. We’d love to hear from you!
Here’s to having the courage to do something new!
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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March 19th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
Today was One Exciting Day!
Today was an exciting one for me along with so many other people and families that make up our church…
It was SUPER incredible because we have been a mobile church for over 13 years…that’s right…13 years! (That is a LOT of schlepping of stuff)
Every week- a wonderfully faithful group of “roadies” have packed, unpacked, loaded, unloaded, lifted, rolled, & driven Sun Grove Community Church to a local high school for Sunday worship. They are an amazing bunch of people!
It is also amazing because by being a mobile church- I have learned that a church is really NOT a building….but IS the many gifted, wonderful, talented, & unique people that call Sun Grove home.
We have been provided, by one amazing God, an INCREDIBLE new church home to meet at, connect at, and worship at- every day…not just once a week- and NO MORE packing & unpacking!
I have to say, I am really looking forward to the next chapter that is ready to unfold. But it is not without realizing how truly blessed we have been as a church family. There have been difficult times for sure, however, God continues to bless us, and I know that He will use this incredible gift of a home to bless others.
Here’s to the unpacking. And a HUGE WELCOME HOME! Now THAT is Something to Celebrate!
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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March 7th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
Isn’t it amazing what a little bouquet can do?
Well, it is day 2, yep TWO of my 12 year old down with the flu-
It’s a nasty one for sure and I have been fully dressed in my haz-mat gear de-germing the joint!
So, today- of all days, when I have been home with the kiddo, checking on him, providing a cool damp cloth for his noggin….what did I hear? It was my cell phone pinging to let me know that someone was “thinking” of me….it was a message from my dear friend Krista….she said she had a little surprise for me- and if she could swing by…..”SWING BY?! SURPRISE!!” WOW! It was such a wonderful “pick me up” from a long couple of hours- and I couldn’t wait to see her!
When she arrived, I met her on the porch- yep didn’t want her contaminated – and she handed me this little wristlet of colorful goodness- I LOVE IT! as I think I actually jumped up and down- (confined to the house has me do that sometimes). Krista with her loving kindness and perfect timing was such a blessing and her gift of Flower Power truly brightened my day.
The gift of a friend in the time when you didn’t even know that you needed it…..is such a devine blessing.
Here’s to passing along some flower power to others that cross your path-
ps. Thank you Krista for making my day brighter with your thoughtfulness. XO
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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February 24th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
“Today I have grown taller from walking with the trees.” ~Karl Baker
Sequoias at Sequoia National Park, California.
I love being outdoors. It offers me respite, the chance to experience quiet, and an opportunity
to “fill up”….it is like fuel for me.
I hope that today you are able to get out and walk amongst the trees.
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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February 14th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
”When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important wheather I am afraid.”
~ Audre Lorde
You have dreams, a vision of what you want- it is not just a dream to dream…..It is worthy, valuable, and what the world is waiting for! You are the only one that can do it- you were made with this purpose in mind. Find friends that can support you in your dreams. People that will encourage, inspire you, gently challenge you to explore your power, your strength, your vision.
One sisterhood that I’ve found is Brave Girl’s Club. A place to connect, find truth, be encouraged and loved. Melody Ross & Kathy Wilkins- have created a safe place for you. Check them out!
Go out there girl! You are powerful! You are strong! and YOU matter, and so do your dreams!
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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February 13th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
If we’re growing, we’re always going to be out of our comfort zone.”
~John Maxwell
Growing pains. They are a real thing- it is that awkward feeling of uneasiness, and unsteadiness.
But they are a good thing. These pains stretch us and teach us to reach futher, strive higher and achieve our goals & dreams.
So, be brave and stretch yourself. The growth you experience will push you forward and with that momentum, you will realize that this is what makes life worthwhile…..
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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February 6th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
“Most people have a harder time letting themselves love than finding someone to love them.”
~Bill Russell
It’s a hard thing. Opening your heart. Bringing that armor down allows for attack, heart ache & heart break. It takes courage to open the door to our heart. But opening up your heart also allows for us to experience love. To feel loved. To be loved….and to better love others.
Be courageous. I know you can open your heart…..it may hurt, but the rewards are greater than the risk.
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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January 30th, 2012 by Shannon Crawford
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:37-39
Yep, His love for us is UNLIMITED….UNCONDITIONAL We are loved just how we are- and THAT love cannot be denied by ANYTHING, ANYONE, ZERO, ZILCH, NADA….it is there for US. It’s just a matter of what we do with that incredible love that God has for us. Question is…Will we choose to form a relationship with God?
He is there for me. Everyday, all day, every hour and every moment. Whew! So glad about that!
Here’s to being MORE than a conqueror….through Him.
xo,
Shannon & Something to Celebrate
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