Quotation: Be a Good One

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  1. AnonymousMay 23, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Love Quotes!!! Just found your blog through the book Do Hard Things. Thank you guys for making a difference. You are all inspiring.

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    1. Emily HortonMay 24, 2013 at 12:35 AM

      We love quotes too! :) Do Hard Things is an awesome book! That's how I found Bloom! too. I never ever imagined that I'd become one of the "Bloom! girls". God has a crazy amazing way of working things out. Thank you so much for your sweet note. Remember no matter who you are, you are someone's inspiration. Never doubt what God may be doing in the background. Take the opportunities He gives you and run with them. Just take the first step. The rest will fall into place through His careful hand. Have a blessed day!

      In Christ,
      Emily

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    2. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 10:23 AM

      I found this blog the same way too. :) Do hard things is a really good book and to find you guys was just perfect! I love the quote, but especially the picture behind it! Adorable <3
      ~Abi

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  2. Emily HortonMay 25, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Thanks Abi!
    Abraham Lincoln quotes are always great. :) This shoot was a fun one to do with my little sisters. Hope you have a great weekend!
    In Him,
    Emily

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