I'm thankful for...friends

I'm am so grateful for my friends. God has blessed with amazing sister in Christ. They encourage, chastise, and challenge me so much. Sometimes I try to imagine life with out my friends, and it's really depressing. So, here's some of my friends. And I have lots more, but I'm not the best at remembering to take pictures.

 Ryan and Ashley's wedding earlier this year. Thanks of letting me be a part of your big day!

 Fishing with Victoria and Katie one summer evening.

 Time spent with the High School girls in Princeville.

 Mystery Trip 2013 with these girls. No we did not rig the number system, it just happened that way.

 Two of the best friends a girl could ask for:)

On the ride home. What a weekend. We were all extremely tired, so there may have been lots and lots of giggles. For those of you who are wondering where we went, it was Bay City, MI. Another church for many of us to cross off our list. It was such a great weekend, and I'm so thankful I did decide to go.

I'm thankful for..

I'll be doing a couple of posts on what I'm thankful for. Of course, I can't do enough posts of what I'm thankful for, because it would never end. God is so good! I have blessings innumerable! The first thing I am thankful for is my family. God has given me two wonderful parents, who teach their children what is most important in life. Thanks Mom and Dad for the examples you are to me! And then of course my 5 sisters who I could not live without. 

 Photo credit:KayNicPics. To Rhea: Thanks for putting up with your embarrassing older sister:) And for having a heart for those who are hurting and need Jesus! Keep shining your light and being an Christ-like example.

 To Cassie: Thanks for being the "tomboy" of the family. I am glad there is someone who is willing to do the chicken chores. And thanks for being you and no one else.

 To my family: Thanks for shaping me into the person I am today. I appreciate all you do for me.

 To my crazy sisters: I love you guys:)

 To Claire: You can always make me laugh at your dumb word mix-ups and blonde moments. I don't think there is ever time when I don't laugh when I am with you. Keep being yourself.

 To Mom and Dad: Thanks for being there for me through every moment of my life. And for your godly advice. God knew I needed both of you as parents, and I'm so glad you are, even if sometimes I don't act like it.

 To my littlest sister: Where to even start. Thanks Sophie for always showering me with love. I love when you run up to me when I get home from work and say, "LYNELLE, I missed you." I hate and love watching you grow up. Just slow your growing down a little bit.

To Tessa: Oh Tess, you make me smile. You have a smile for everyone, and can cheer me up on my worst days. You have such a way with making friends and being a leader. Even though you are still kinda little, keep it up. One day you will come to appreciate it more.

This Is Me

So here are a few questions I answered about myself. Some you probably know, and some you will probably be surprised by. But enjoy learning more about me. And maybe when I have a little more time, I'll post an update with some pictures. Something a little more exciting than book reviews, and Posts about myself. Any my apologies for the large spaces. I copy and pasted, which made huge spaces, and I'm too lazy to erase the spaces.

Which flavour of ice-cream do you prefer?

Coffee.

Do you play a musical instrument, if so which one(s)?

The piano, just a little though. I use to play the dulcimer a little too, but it’s been quite a while.

What do you usually do when you have leisure time on your hands?

Nothing. But I probably would read, cook, shop, go out to eat, or sew.

What is your favourite season and why?

Fall, but I think you all know that. It’s my favourite because, I love the clothes, the food, the weather, the trees, everything about it.

If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go?

I have always wanted to go to Israel and Alaska. Kind of two different places, but I would love to go to both.

Who is your best friend and how did you meet?

I have lots of best friends, but my very best friend (besides Jesus of course) is probably Amber Ehnle. I can’t remember when we exactly met, but my first real memories of her is in Kindergarten, so ours has been a long friendship.

How many siblings do you have?

6 sisters (but I think most of you know that too)

Do you have pets?

Yes, my dog Twixie. I love her tooJ She’s a good watch dog. She’s good a scaring people off, even if they aren’t people who aren’t supposed to be scared off.

When was the last time you visited a park and what did you do while there?

Probably when I went to Mathessien State Park in October. We hiked while there. And sang in caves, which attracted quite the crowd, who decided we were good enough to record, and take pictures of. Awkward…

What job do you think you would most enjoy as an adult?

Technically I’m an adult right? By a couple of years. Well, my dream job would be opening my own small café/bakery/bookstore.

Do you hope to have children of your own? If so how many.

Yes, but this is a hard question. 3 of my own, and I’ve always dreamed of adopting to, so who knows how many! I’ll take what the Lord gives me, whether that’s 0 or 13(which I really hope now...)

Where did you spend your last family vacation?

San Antonio, Texas (really great vacation by the way)

Do you have relatives in other states? If so, which ones?

Extended relatives. All my mom’s siblings live in Illinois, not to mention less than an hour from us. It’s a big blessing having your family close.

What size shoe do you wear?

6. I know, I have teensy feet.

How many pairs of shoes do you currently own?

Close to 30 I think. But some are seasonal shoes, so that’s a justification right?

Which relative lives closest to you home?

Probably Adam and Brittany.

When did you last visit the zoo?

This summer I took my 3 youngest sisters to the zoo. I hadn’t been there in a long time, plus Sophie had never been to the zoo.

Have you ever stayed on a farm?

Umm….I live on a farm? Well, sort of a farm. More of a grain farm rather than an animal farm (with the exception of our chickens.)

Have you ever been horseback riding?

Yes, it’s been probably 3 or 4 years. Last time we went was when we went to Yellowstone in Wyoming.

Have you ever been water skiing?

No, and there’s a reason too. I’d probably fail at that. Just guessing.

What do you most like to do in the snow?

That is looks pretty. I really actually quite despise snow. Winter is probably my worst season.

Is your room more clean or more messy?

Messy. Really messy. But it’s an organized messy. Like I know where everything is, but no one else does.

What do you prefer to drink with your morning meal?

Juice.

Do you like sweet treats or salty treats?

Sweet all the way. I have a sweet tooth. I got made fun of the other night, because I decided to buy candy instead of a mug. But really, we have plenty of mugs at home, and we don’t really have a log of candy…

Do you share a bedroom?

Nope, and it’s been quite a while since I have. It’s nice for me, and others. They don’t like messy rooms, so it works both ways.

Where is the farthest you have ever travelled?

Probably Magdalena, Mexico, which was an amazing trip. I was a sophomore in high school when I went.

Which family member do you most resemble?

I hear I look like the Steiner’s, so probably my Mom.

Which family member are you more like?

I would have to say I’m pretty similar to my Dad, which I think is good. I like my Dad’s personality.

Do you prefer mountainous or flat regions?

This is hard. Mountainous areas are absolutely breath-taking, but I also appreciate flat cornfields, because it’s where I come from.

Have you ever been in a musical drama or play? If so, what was it?

Yes, several actually. The first one was Tom Sawyer when I was in 8^th grade, the 2^nd, a Christmas Madrigal when I was a freshman, the third, Rockin’ American when I was a sophomore, and the fourth, Beauty and the Beast when I was a junior. They were all musicals if you were wondering.

Have you ever been hospitalized other than when you were born?

Yes, twice. Once it was for a stiff neck, which ended up being nothing at all (mind you this was when I was probably 8 or 9) and then again when I got my leg stuck in a large chain, and some boy yanked it out, leaving some of my leg still on the chain. Gross, I know. I had to get stitches, and I know have a very large scar on the back of my right leg.

What is your favourite fruit?

Hmm…I love fruit. Probably one of my favourites is pineapple though. I love pineapple.

What colour of clothing do you most like to wear?

I wear ton of black. It’s a very versatile colour, so I own a lot of clothing with black in it.

What is your favourite cereal?

Honey Nut cherrios.

What is your favourite breakfast?

I eat cereal almost every morning. I like pancakes and waffles too. And breakfast burritos, and parfaits, and omelettes. Ok, so I just love breakfast in general. It’s the best meal of the day by far.

What is the longest car trip you have ever taken?

Probably when we drove to Colorado last year.

Do you know how to iron your clothes?

Yes. I love ironing. I iron my clothes all.the.time. I absolutely despise wrinkly clothes. Kind of ironic when I hate a messy room, huh?

Can you sew a button on your clothing?

Yes, I find it quite simple.

Have you ever cut your own hair?

Unfortunately yes. It looked like a “V” when I was done. It was the last time I ever did that.

Are you creative in any way? If so, which way(s)?

I would like to think so, and I have also been told so. I am creative with my clothing, with crafts, with food, with planning, with life in general. I think there so many opportunities to be creative, so I try to take them when they comeJ