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A Little About Me.

Ione Denise

I am a twenty-something lover of Jesus, good books, all things creative, working with lil' kiddos, & of course, my sweetheart Jeremy! I hope to properly express my passion for all these things through this blog so thanks for stopping by today.

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I was reading in my truck today. It was actually such a pleasant time with God; I had my music softly playing, these trees right outside my window were rustling ever so gently with the breeze, & a slit of sunlight through my cracked window landed right on my leg, warming it up quite nicely. I was very much content. (See insta story ⬆️) • • & I read: “You are his disciple, but we are disciples of Moses. We know that God has spoken to Moses, but as for this man, we do not know where he comes from.” [the Pharisees were saying this] The man answered, ‘Why, this is amazing! You do not know where he comes from, and yet he opened my eyes. We know that God does not listen to sinners, but if anyone is a worshiper of God and does his will, God listens to him. Never since the world began has it been heard that anyone opened the eyes of a man born blind. If this man were not from God, he could do nothing.’ They answered him, ‘You were born in utter sin, and would you teach us?’ And they cast him out.” (John 9:28b-34) • • This man was healed by God through Jesus & that is us. What stuck out to me was this man started speaking truth into the lives of everyone in the synagogue that day. The Pharisees made such a stink about his healing, calling in his parents for a testimony & everything, & this man started speaking things he did not even know about. Through this special moment with Jesus he was not only physically changed, but he was spiritually changed. Jesus didn’t explain all these things to him, but the man just knew the truth through his personal experience with Jesus. That’s why he said, “wait! This is AMAZING!” You do not yet know but I do. Jesus is the Son of God! • • You do not need to have any formal education or study in theology to speak about what Jesus has taught you in your life or your personal encounters with him. You do not need to be intimidated by those who “know more than you” because you know what? This man was speaking to Pharisees, a beggar in conversation with the top spiritual scholars of the age, & yet he saw the truth when they didn’t. • • God is good. Speak it out always my friends.

These corduroy overalls make me very happy (even if I look kinda like a five year old!!!) I’ve tried pulling them off with pigtails but...it’s a bit much...so we will just stick with stripes & cheetah print :,)

I call these baby bouquets & I arranged so many of them today (yippeee!!!) I just popped over to my Grammie’s to give these to her & ended up staying for an hour listening to the sweet love story between my grandparents. • • My grandpa, misty eyed & def on the verge of tears, embraced me so tightly as he said, “I am so proud of how you love Jeremy, & how he loves you. What you two share is so real, & so contagious to everyone around you. & I am so proud of you.” • • He & my Grammie met at a conference; she, a small town farm girl from New Hampshire, & he, a crazy haired Puerto Rican from Hawaii. After spending 5 days together, my Grammie sold everything, quit her job & moved to California to be with him. 40 years later, here they are, still in love. • • Their advice? “Don’t listen to anyone who tells you you won’t make it. Only you & your love can determine what is best. Never give up. Keep pushing, even when it is tough.” & I just wanted to put that out there today. Happy Valentines Day my dear sweet friends. ✨

Our last post, “6 Ways to Love Her Well” written by @jerpaz, was so well received! We loved hearing your guys feedback & how you were encouraged by his advice! • • A new post is up (I hope you’ll check it out!!) & this one is geared toward the ladies out there! It was inspired by a few different conversations with some wonderful, God-lovin babes & boy, did I think this was something that NEEDED to be spoken into existence. • • The reason I write so much about this relationship is because I am SO for love; but like the REAL stuff. & I want to help our generation understand what that means in order to build & maintain successful relationships. If you feel that, subscribe to the blog & stay updated. • • & if you REALLY feel that, connect with me about writing your experiences & tips for the page. I’m always open to guest bloggers!! • • & @jerpaz? Thanks for being real love in my life. Happy Valentines Day ❤️ • • • • • #ontheblogtoday #christianbloggingcommunity #christianblogging #ontheblog #lifestyleblogger #bubblesnbowlingballs #ontheblog #bloggergirl #bloggervibes #bloggerslife #blogginggals #ontheblogtoday #instablogger #bloglife #bloggerbffs #bloggersofinstagram #bloggersgetsocial #love #relationshipblogger #valentinesday

One of the things I love about Jeremy is that he gets so excited about a gift that he just can’t wait & gives it early. My birthday is tomorrow (TWENTY ONE BB!!) but today, he gifted me this... • • You ever have this dream that your like “yeah, that would be cool but it’ll probably never happen”? • • • Well, learning to play bass was mine. Until today. Now it’s just reality! • • • Shoutout to my wonderful man @jerpaz for getting me my very first bass guitar!!! Could not have thought of a better 21st birthday present. • • • If you checked out my latest post on the blog, “Creative Connectivity with God”, you’ll understand how funny this is! The Lord really does have me moving out of comfort zones & embracing the reality of who He created me to be. • • • • • #lampandlight, #soulscripts #shereadstruth #encouragementgallery #itiswell #graceupongrace #savedbygrace #gracealone #pursueyourpassion #blogger #ontheblogtoday #christianbloggingcommunity #christianblogging #ontheblog #lifestyleblogger #bubblesnbowlingballs #ontheblog #bloggergirl #bloggervibes #bloggerslife #blogginggals #ontheblogtoday

I have partnered with NetGalley to be a Christian book reviewer!!! 🙌🏻I get to read not yet published works of fellow bloggers, or self-publishers & write honest reviews on my blog for them!! • • I am currently reading through TWO different copies (books to be released later this year) but keep an 👀 out for my reviews coming in the next few months. • • BUT, right now, I have posted another review on the book “When I Don’t Desire God” by John Piper. Guys, words could not properly express how desperately YOU need to read this one. Check out the review on my site (link in bio!) for more details. • • Also, if you are a writer of the Christian variety & are wanting an honest review on your work: ✨ check out my blog, under Good Reads for an idea of what kind of reviews I do ✨ if you dig it, connect with me & let’s chat! • • • • • #blogger #ontheblogtoday #christianbloggingcommunity #christianblogging #ontheblog #lifestyleblogger #bubblesnbowlingballs #jesusblogger #lampandlight, #soulscripts #shereadstruth #encouragementgallery #itiswell #graceupongrace #savedbygrace #gracealone #pursueyourpassion #bookworm #bookworms #bookwormforlife #booklover #booklovers #booklove #booknerdigans #igbooks #bookish #bibliophile

I sing. & most people don’t know that. & most people haven’t actually ever heard me....(sorry @jerpaz) • • In obedience to the Lord, I stepped out & auditioned for the worship team at my church. It’s a fairly big church, which means lots of people (yikes!!!) but I am confident God is having me do this for a reason. • • Check out my newest post, “Creative Connectivity” to hear more. I’m totally out of my element, but this seems to be a season of pushing myself outside comfort zones!! • • What is it in your life that God is calling you to? Is it something you’ve never done before? How are you stepping out in faith? & does anyone have any stories similar to share?!? I’d love to hear some encouragement from more seasoned people than myself!!! • • • • • #blogger #ontheblogtoday #christianbloggingcommunity #christianblogging #ontheblog #lifestyleblogger #artbloggers #embroideryart #relationshipblogger #bubblesnbowlingballs #jesusblogger #music #creative #lampandlight, #soulscripts #shereadstruth #encouragementgallery #itiswell #graceupongrace #savedbygrace #gracealone #pursueyourpassion

So to KICK this off.... I wanted to let ya know that there are 2 posts up in my new Style Guide section: ✨explains the WHY for this new area ✨a fun lil post on the different rings I wear • • Later on, I will be sharing more ideas along the lines of outfit combinations (it’s quirky, just to be warned!), makeup, discounts from partnered brands & more. • • I’m excited to get to share this side of me. It’s something I have a ton of fun with & kind of a trademark of what people remember about me (well, that & the fact that my eyes are two different colors!!!) • • • • • #blogger #ontheblogtoday #christianbloggingcommunity #christianblogging #ontheblog #fashionblogger #fashionable #styleblogger #lifestyleblogger #artbloggers #embroideryart #relationshipblogger #bubblesnbowlingballs #newshoes #newin #newarrival #shoeoftheday #shoesday #shoecrush #styleinspo #stylegram #styleblog #quirkystyle

Hello my sweet friends. 👋🏻 I’m hopping on here to say that I’m excited. This week has been crazy busy since I’ve TOTALLY redone my website. I made some long overdo investments & honestly, I’m pretty stoked because I’m already seeing my hard work pay off!! • • I’ve started setting goals, making plans & heading down the road of seeing dreams become reality. & I’m here to ask if you’ll come with me! • • Now, don’t worry, I’m not trying to sell you anything or make you buy stuff (that seems to be such a trend right now though, right?!?) All I’m hoping for is a chance. ✨ I hope you’ll click the link in the bio & check out the new world of bubblesnbowlingballs. • • Subscribe to my email list to receive encouragement, stories, discounts, health updates (for Jer❤️!) & so much more. Thanks so much for being apart of my life & staying connected with me, guys. It means the world. • • • • • #blogger #ontheblogtoday #christianbloggingcommunity #christianblogging #ontheblog #fashionblogger #fashionable #styleblogger #lifestyleblogger #artbloggers #embroideryart #relationshipblogger #bubblesnbowlingballs #jesusblogger #fblogger #beauty

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