2 Blessed 2 Be Stressed - Wednesday #4!

Happy Wednesday everyone and today is week#4 of the "2 Blessed 2 Be Stressed" {2B2BS} blog hop.  A weekly hop created to grow a community that is all about connecting and sharing some encouragement.  So why Wednesday?  Wednesday is considered hump day, the middle of the week where you may be overwhelmed and striving to press through the week.  Let's reflect on the Word of God, all of our many blessings, and come to the realization that there is no need to stress! Matthew 6:34 states:
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
What an awesome hop to share a little encouragement and be a blessing to someone! [Interested in co-hosting? Please contact me at cc_sales@chamelscreations.com or via sponsorship program]


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Ministry through Music::Te Amo - I LOVE YOU!

Today I want to share the simple fact that I LOVE THE LORD - TE AMO!  I have been reflecting on how good God is and how much he loves us!  I'm so thankful for all that He has done in my life and others.  All I can say is TE AMO!  Israel and New Breed's song warms my heart and jump starts me not matter what I'm going through.  No matter what our circumstances are....God loves us!  I pray that you reflect on that simple fact as well and allow this song to fire your up for God!  
I LOVE YOU! {Lyrics}
Te Amo, I love YouCon todo mi corazon(2x)

With all my heart, Oh SenorWith all my soul, Oh SenorI Love You Lord

Te Amo, Te AmoI love You Lord, I love You Lord(2x)

I love the way, You never changeYour Word remains for ever and everI love Your Name, Jesus the sameYesterday today, for ever and ever

Oh Lord your love never fails meOh Lord you love never fails

I love Your Grace, that broke the chainsOf sin and shame, for ever and everI love Your Mercy, Lord You are WorthyOf all the Glory, for ever and ever

Oohh oh oh Your Love never fails meNo Your Love never fails me.

(T-Bone)Your love is out outta this worldIts extraterrestiallike a thief como ladronYou stole my heart corazon

your love is so magneticit keeps pulling me closer iny tu son mi todo padreyou are my everythingal fin encontre lo que buscabacuando tenia nadami alma estava tan vacia but nowI finally found what I was missingevery christian thats listeningcan reminisce to what im talking aboutits a love that I can't containsomething that you just can't explaincan't hold back and I cant refrain'cause God your love its like pouring rain

oh oh oh your love never failscamino derechito no camino de ladocamino derechito con mi cristo a mi lado vamooh oh oh your love never failscamino derechito con mi cristo a mi lado vamooh oh oh your love never fails

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Sequoia Collection Set - Sale!

Just in time for weddings, ministries, and other summer special events!  Sequoia Collection Sets are now on sale through June 30, 2013.  This set includes customizing 5 sequoia products (large/small clutches or pouches) with your choice of fabric and scripture selections.  This customization option is not offered on other products and at a discount.   Additional products can be added through "add-on" feature.  These clutches will make great gifts of encouragement or the perfect accessory for bridal parties, ministries, growth groups, etc.  For more details and fabric/scripture selections, please visit SHOP!  I look forward to creating a collection for you and please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.

[Regularly $38 - large clutch, $33 - small clutch, and $22 - for pouch] 

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2 Blessed 2 Be Stressed - Wednesday #3!

Happy Wednesday everyone and today is week#3 of the "2 Blessed 2 Be Stressed" {2B2BS} blog hop.  A weekly hop created to grow a community that is all about connecting and sharing some encouragement.  So why Wednesday?  Wednesday is considered hump day, the middle of the week where you may be overwhelmed and striving to press through the week.  Let's reflect on the Word of God, all of our many blessings, and come to the realization that there is no need to stress! Matthew 6:34 states:
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
What an awesome hop to share a little encouragement and be a blessing to someone! [Interested in co-hosting? Please contact me at cc_sales@chamelscreations.com or via sponsorship program]


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Happy Father's Day!

Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful fathers in the world!  I pray that today we all can celebrate and express much gratitude to our fathers and thank them for all that they do!  
Psalm 103:13 
As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him
To my father, Glen Young, I love you very much and I'm so blessed to have an awesome father like you.  Thank you for being a great leader, provider, motivator, and encourager.  You have blessed me so much through the years and it would take a lifetime to repay you!  I also want to thank you for being an awesome grandfather to my children and always being there for them....even when you spoil them and send them back home.  I love you dad and you rock!

(Top left: My Dad and I being silly, Dad and Braylon, Dad with Mom and Girls, and Dad and Kaleb)

To my wonderful husband Marcus...I want to thank you on the behalf of your boys for being a awesome dad!  I'm so glad that God blessed me with a wonderful husband and a man of God that strives daily to be a provider and teaches his children the way of the Lord.  Braylon and Kaleb adore you so much and thanks for being that positive male figure in their lives.  I pray daily that Braylon and Kaleb grow up to be might men of God just like.  We love you and have a great day!

(Marcus and the boys holding hands, Marcus and Braylon, The Boys, and Marcus and Kaleb)

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So Why Support Chamel's Creations?

Good question right?  So the most obvious answer is that I would love for you to purchase a product to help support a handmade business and acquire a product that has been made from love from start to finish.  This statement is very true; however, I wanted to share that my heart's desire and mission of my business is to promote God's Word through my creative talents that were given to me. 
As consumers, majority of the time we purchase items based on how they make us feel.  So I took some time to think about what feeling I wanted to portray through my products.  My goal is to create fun, unique, and trendy products that allow individuals to share their faith.  I figured we can express ourselves and build God's kingdom all at the same time!  I love how God has guided me with the vision of my Sequoia Collection...empowering, inspiring, and encouraging others through spiritual and colorful designs.  This collection makes the statement that God is first and His Word is everlasting!
I want my customers to walk away with the feeling of having a product that enlightens and lifts spirits.  Just a simple glimpse of a scripture can change an attitude, atmosphere, or someone's heart.  I pray daily that if only one product changes someone's life....I have fulfilled my purpose.   Thank you in advance for browsing my SHOP, supporting Chamel's Creations, and spreading the word. Please help me to grow in my business and enjoy 10% off your order by filling out the short feedback questionnaire here. (Provide email in comment area -  required to receive coupon...thanks) Check out - Chamel's Creations :: Giving Back

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2 Blessed 2 Be Stressed - Wednesday #2!

Happy Wednesday everyone and today is week#2 of the "2 Blessed 2 Be Stressed" {2B2BS} blog hop.  A weekly hop created to grow a community that is all about connecting and sharing some encouragement.  So why Wednesday?  Wednesday is considered hump day, the middle of the week where you may be overwhelmed and striving to press through the week.  Let's reflect on the Word of God, all of our many blessings, and come to the realization that there is no need to stress! Matthew 6:34 states:
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
What an awesome hop to share a little encouragement and be a blessing to someone!
[Interested in co-hosting? Please contact me at cc_sales@chamelscreations.com or via sponsorship program]


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NICU Journey: Finding my way...God's Way!

So many may ask....what started you on this journey...becoming stronger in your faith, encouraging and ministering to others, blogging, and creating your Sequoia collection?  I must admit that many of those items weren't on my blueprint that I had put together several years ago.  After spending seven years in college to pursue a Bachelors degree in computer engineering and a Masters degree in computer science, I always thought I would find a job that was very flexible, paid well, and allowed time for family life and room for all my many adventures. While working in Northern VA/DC, I had all of those things, but I still had a deep feeling that God wanted more of me and that I was here for a greater purpose.  I didn't know what my purpose was but I wasn't happy where I was! 
In early 2011, I must say that God started a series of events to get my attention on Him and to open my eyes to following His will and not mine.....so the adventure and transformation began.  One of our prayers were answered when God allowed my husband to receive a job in Nashville, TN so that we could be closer to our family.  Of course, we thought we would move once we both had secured jobs and had everything aligned to move...our perfect plan!  Ha!  God worked things out where we had to move within four weeks! A blessing and hectic time all in one!  We were very uncomfortable with God's plan of action because things were upside down.  I had to leave my job without having another job lined up, and I was 21 weeks pregnant with our second child!

So my transition to a stay at home mom (SAHM) began and things were a little tough but we were making it.  Our next life changing event came late August 2011 when Kaleb decided to come early at 25 weeks weighing only 1 lb and 9 ozs.  After we had only been in Nashville for one month, we were dealing with the transition of a new job, one income, and now our little baby was here and fighting for his life.  Kaleb was considered a micro-preemie and spent the first 4 months of his life in the NICU.  Our world was upside down, but through this journey I realized that it wasn't about Kaleb being in the NICU but about my transformation in Christ and allowing him to be in control of everything!  God used that time to show me that Kaleb was physically in the NICU, hooked to machines and feeding tubes.  However, I was there spiritually and that God was feeding my spirit daily to grow my faith.  This point in my life is were I discovered the true meaning of Proverbs 3:5-6.  

Trusting in God is a daily walk and I'm so thankful that my journey has and still reminds me that He is in control and not me!  We are still going through our journey but I thank God that Kaleb is with us and doing so well.  Kaleb is still using a feeding tube and has weekly therapies, but it is a blessing that we aren't where we were and that things are going in such a positive direction.  Seeing Kaleb each day reminds me of God's love, power, and his grace and we are truly thankful.  I am becoming stronger in Christ, praying more about God's direction and will (His time), and learning to be obedient to His Word.
So now I'm at the place where I'm striving daily to fulfill my heart's desire to have my own business but God has shown me that he also wants me to use my business platform and personal experiences to  encourage, inspire, and empower!  With the vision of my Sequoia collection (learn more here), I pray daily that I can use my creative God given talent to serve Him and others.  If it had not been for my NICU journey I wouldn't be where I am today.  Thank you God for helping me to find my way!

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