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So I thought long and hard about what this title should be. In fact, maybe a little too hard. But the point is, these pictures cannot be put into words. I asked you all (in this post) to send me some pictures of your HEART and SOUL. I asked you to DIG DEEP and look into what really made you alive, what made you thankful, what made you……. YOU!!!
The response I got left me in tears, tears of JOY! In fact, I could not stop talking about it to the hubs. He said he could tell in my voice how privileged I felt to”know” you all. And I do, I feel privileged and I feel blessed. So time to stop my rambling and show you some HEARTS and SOULS!
Jess from Blonde Ponytail
“Husband + Cooper + Mother Nature = Happy Soul and Heart”
Emma from Sweet Tooth Runner
“I often use running as a time of prayer- especially in my long runs it’s nice to have some time with just me and God. And in the Bible it says that whatever passions we have in life, we should dedicate them to God. So that is what I try to do every time I lace up my running shoes.”
Kristina from Spabettie
“I used to play and teach tennis, and wanted to do so professionally, so that is still a big thing to me – I photographed my racquets just this afternoon, then went out to the courts near our house and hit against the wall.” <3
“Creativity includes cooking and painting – I went to art school for 2 years before college, and my FOCUS was watercolor.” <3
“My loved ones – Jason, of course – we were at a party to benefit one of the BurningMan camps (another place close to my heart!!), and my brother and good friend in the other.” <3
Leslie from Mommys Going for a Run
“This picture brings me joy. My husband took it, and you can see the love for her daddy on my daughter’s face. It was the first warm spring day in North Texas, and there’s nothing better than warm sunshine, beautiful spring grass, a new rope swing, and daddy-daughter fun. This is my heart and soul.”
“I think it is so important to look at all aspects of life and see how we can improve.
This is what you could see if you looked at MY heart.”
Carrie from Moves n’ Munchies
In search of her heart– “I went out with my family to my FAVORITE part of London, Brick Lane in the east… it is so so artsy and unique- My dad took this picture of me with a really neat graffiti drawing in the background.. in this area, there are tons of really famous graffiti artists and it was just so COOL to walk around this funky part of London in great weather- I loved it!”
Dorry from Living with a Healthy Hunger
How she re-focused her heart and soul – “I set out on my bike Friday afternoon not knowing exactly what I was looking for, but just knew I needed to go. I even thought maybe I’d just take a photo of anything purple in honor of my marriage, but God had another plan. I saw white crosses in several front yards in my neighborhood. I was reminded of the Easter season.”
oI hope that in the midst of your “busyness” you are able to stop and reflect on this today.
Cheers to Spring and New Beginnings!
LC
p.s.
Tomorrow is WIAW, so if you’re looking for food, it will be back soon!
Awwwwwe, I love everything about this post! Happiness prevails! xoxo
Thanks Kris. It was a JOY to make this post. I love hearing and seeing the hearts of these wonderful ladies. Lindsay ________________________________
So lovely to learn a bit about everyone – a picture says a thousand words, eh? My 'digging' deep doesn't have a pic handy – I would actually need to work on that – but it is a great reminder to capture that & cherish those little gems. Thanks again!
So lovely to learn a bit about everyone – a picture says a thousand words, eh? My 'digging' deep doesn't have a pic handy – I would actually need to work on that – but it is a great reminder to capture that & cherish those little gems. Thanks again!
oh you are always way too kind to me, but thank you. These ladies really showed some heart, ya know? amazing! You still laying on the beach down there? Hope you are having a great time! Lindsay ________________________________
oh me too! Such wonderful hearts. I am glad it helped brighten your day too!:) Lindsay ________________________________
LOVE THIS!!! Everything about it…especially because it shows how huge your heart is. You make us all better for knowing you, for real.
What an amazing post! Positive posts like this are the best; they put me in an awesome mood just by reading them! 😀
it sure does, and she looks so full of love and joy! Makes my day! Lindsay ________________________________
oh thanks friend. Wish I could have gotten a picture of your heart and soul, I know it would have been breath taking! Lindsay ________________________________
yes indeed! The hearts and souls that make us feel inspired and WHY we do what we do. Great insight Jen! Lindsay CotterNutrition Manager & Fitness [email protected] www.cottercrunch.com ________________________________
oh please do! I will probably do another one of these posts soon because I have more pictures. Send away! Lindsay ________________________________
What a great post! I love it. It's good to stop and reflect on these things and remember the reasons behind the "why". Thanks!
Aweeee I loved this!! I need to find a picture to send to you for this, what a great idea<3
I LOVE this.
Wow so beautiful! This was an instant boost of encouragement, thank you friend! LOVE YOU
Wow- this was BEAUTIFUL! I love it! You are so insightful & just so open hearted- I think it is fantastic! The picture of the little girl on the swing looks like it should be in a magazine 🙂
They definitely made me feel inspired. Such good women we know, right? Cheers! Lindsay ________________________________
Well said Sabrina! It really is an heart felt encouraging feeling just to read these. Cheers! Lindsay ________________________________
I'm so glad you got to read and enjoy these lovely ladies hearts. They are quite amazing, no?Cheers Rach!Lindsay CotterNutrition Manager & Fitness [email protected] www.cottercrunch.com ________________________________
This is soooo lovely!
Wow, what a beautiful post! I just love it. So much love and joy in this, it just makes me smile. Thanks for this, girl!
I think this is a fabulous post. I loved learning about the loves and inspirations of all these wonderful bloggers. Thank you for doing this. 🙂
What a great idea this was… Inspring to read about others "happy hearts and souls" and really makes me think about and feel so greatful for all the love and incredible people I have close to me. Thanks for sharing and being so open!
It was inspired by you all. And trust me, it was a JOY to do. Refreshing to see such genuine hearts! Lindsay ________________________________
I couldn't agree more. These hearts really made an impression on me, one of self reflection and encouragement! Lindsay ________________________________
Each of these reflections is so beautiful and unique! The words truly come from deep within the heart! Thank you so much for inspiring us to reflect upon what makes us who we are. <3
What a wonderful post! 🙂
love this post! i absolutely adore seeing pictures and being able to put lots of happy times and happy faces with blogs that i read
Such a gorgeous, beautiful and inspired idea you had and check out all the good you created (you did well, good and faithful servant) (0:
oh what fabulous pics….i can see why you got choked up! thank you for sharing lindsay!
oh so true! we are so blessed to have the community and I am blessed to have YOU as a friend. Lindsay ________________________________
Love the pictures so inspirational and I love seeing so many happy healthy people!
BEAUTIFUL POST!!! I feel SO privileged to know YOU. You inspire me to DIG DEEP to find ME and what makes me feel ALIVE. I don't know how I lived before the blogging community. Everyone is so talented, inspiring and really have their head on straight!
I love this!!!! Thanks for putting it all together!
thanks colleen. I really enjoyed this too! Lindsay ________________________________
I love all of these! Thank you for sharing! 🙂
LOVE all of them! Katie 🙂
thank you for these photos! I loved looking at them. Happy Spring, for sure!
oh I know you had a good "heart to heart" this weekend. Glad this post hit home, it did for me too! 🙂 Lindsay ________________________________
What an amazing post!!! SO fun sharing and reading about others!!! I never got you any pics but just know I thought about all my loves this weekend. :)You are such an inspiration!
These are great. It is fun to see what other people are passionate and in love with.It's very inspiring.
yes… Grandpa Z was a wise soul and one of my Very Favorite People ever. salt of the earth, you know? :)and YES – I read them all a couple times, and again just now 🙂
Awesome post! I love everyone's pictures of their heart and soul 🙂 PERFECT!
well you picked a great first read. These ladies are my inspiration! thanks Katie! Lindsay ________________________________
thank you dear friend for being a part of my joy and passion! You are one amazing woman (i mean lemon). hehe! Lindsay ________________________________
Holly,Thank you for taking the time to read all these wonderful ladies hearts! They really are inspiring!Cheers,Lindsay CotterNutrition Manager & Fitness [email protected] www.cottercrunch.com ________________________________
yes, these ladies are truly amazing. And so are you! I loved your post today and it brought tears to my eyes. I love the reason you run! Lindsay CotterNutrition Manager & Fitness Consultantlyndzut@s________________________________
I just found your blog and am so glad I did! I loved looking at these pictures and seeing everyone's passions 🙂
oh I am so thankful to have found you! I love all the inspiration you give me. It only gets better from here, right?:)Thank you for sharing this! Lindsay ________________________________
oh please send me your photo! I would love it! If I get more, I will definitely do another post on this. Its just too inspiring to pass up! Lindsay ________________________________
I LOVE all of these! So inspiring. What a great community of people who read Cotter Crunch. 🙂 Thanks for inspiring us, Lindsay! xo
yes, its contagious. I love it! So genuine. Lindsay ________________________________
oh siobhan, I am glad this post made you smile today. It has been a joy to put together. Lindsay ________________________________
thanks Matt! I'm so glad. You all really inspire me. Mentally and physically. thank God for that! Lindsay ________________________________
I should have stalked your blog for a picture of your sweet family and mamma b! I hope she is doing better. Please know i am still praying! Give her a hug for me. 🙂 Lindsay ________________________________
oh well you all are my inspiration. Thank you for always sharing! Lindsay ________________________________
oh I bet you have some amazing pictures of your boys. I always love seeing those basketball pics too! Lindsay ________________________________
do it! I might post another one next week if I get more pictures. I would love for you to share your heart and soul. I know there is so much good in it.:) Lindsay ________________________________
thank you emma for sharing this with me. It really meant a lot! To know your heart is amazing, but to share it with the world is even more BEAUTIFUL! Lindsay ________________________________
send me one anyway! If I get more, I'll defintely do another next week! Lindsay ________________________________
oh Grandpa Z! I feel like I could have learned a lot from him. These pictures gave me chills too. I can't help but read them over and over. Thank you Kristina for sharing! Lindsay ________________________________
trisha, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful picture. It really made my week! Cheers to hearts unveiled! Lindsay ________________________________
It has made my week to recieve these emails/pictures. I am so glad I got to share it with you! Lindsay ________________________________
yes, cheers to new beginnings, fresh perspectives, and hearts full of encouragement! Amen to that! Lindsay ________________________________
I agree. God really has us made so uniquely. I love how our hearts show that! Lindsay ________________________________
I love this post. And the title is PERFECT! Thanks for bringing so many great bloggers together!
Love these photos!! It is so awesome how God makes us each unique and the different things that make us tick. Also, I love to see how often the same things inspire all of us =D
It is so nice to see and hear from readers! They are so inspiring! and so are you 🙂 And yes cheers to new beginnings, I am all for that!!! xoxo
Simply amazing! Its so inspirational to see all these wonderful pics. It completely made my day!
aaahhh, I have CHILLS reading and looking at everyone's beautiful photo tributes… it is so very important to just… stop and smell the roses as Grandpa Z would say! 🙂 important to keep your heart open, close and in focus. thank you so much, once again, for providing inspiration!!
Love this post! Such great pictures!!!
I should have posted it yesterday for mushy monday, but I thought it needed its own day. I call it Diggin Deep Tuesday. 😉 Lindsay ________________________________
I agree, this responses on this post just made y heart full of joy! We need more of that! 🙂 Lindsay ________________________________
such beautiful pictures and words! thanks for sharing 🙂
These pictures are beautiful! The thoughts and emotions behind them are even more so. 🙂 I love this post!
shoot, i cant believe i missed out on the last post – but wonderful pictures and responses to your post. makes me smile!
I. Love. This. Post. It brought me tears of joy too:)Thank you SO much for including me!! To be around such inspirational people is just overwhelming. Love you friend!!
It's so easy to lose sight of these things when life gets crazy! Beautiful responses!
Lindsay, I LOVE this post! I wish I had been around int he blog-world last week (no computer for days..whoa!) because I would've loved to sit and think about this + submit a photo. Thanks for sharing these 🙂
Awwwww, bless! <3
Oh I love this! I missed the previous post :(My bad.Mine would be my 2 boys for sure.
Beautiful!
Great job getting your blogging community to look deep! What a great gift you gave us all.
This is amazing! Thank you for sharing it Lindsay!
Such a beautiful post!! Thanks for taking the time to compile and share!
Such a beautiful post!! Thanks for taking the time to compile and share!
Such a beautiful post!! Thanks for taking the time to compile and share!
Awesome, inspiring post! 😀
Great post Linsday! I AM LOVING THE INSPIRATION!
Great post Linsday! I AM LOVING THE INSPIRATION!
I love this post. I can't help but keep smiling after reading and seeing all the images. You are one fabulous lady!
This is great! I love seeing people just being happy!
SO fun– wish I could've got included! You said it so well, and all the pictures and stories are so adorable 🙂
You are so wonderful Lindsay–your posts always inspire me to be better…in life, living and love! YOu are truly special.Thank you for sharing the picture of Cooper, Coach and I–makes my heart smile as does our friendship!
Thanks for putting this post together, and thanks to the ladies that were willing to share a glimpse into their lives!
Thank you for putting this together! I loved reading all of them.
well I am happy to post more.. I'm sure yours is lovely, like you!! Lindsay ________________________________
no thank you for taking the time to share it! it means a lot! Lindsay ________________________________
oh i LOVE it!! thank you so much for putting this lovely post together!
Awesome!!! I was going to take a picture and send, but it turned out horribly. Now I'm embarrassed (eek)
Awesome!!! I was going to take a picture and send, but it turned out horribly. Now I'm embarrassed (eek)