Monday, July 13, 2009

Edie and Blog Visits

I had to share with all of you today that Edie from Rich Gifts did a fabulous makeover to my FIT blog. Most of you know Edie already and you know she did this Sharing Life with Lisa blog as well.

For anyone who does not already know Edie and has not experienced the blessing of a blog makeover then you must get in touch with her. There are a lot of beautiful blog designs and sweet designers out there but I want to share what I love about Edie.

She is indeed a sweet Christian who operates this not just as a business but as a ministry.
She truly prays for God to show her the specific vision for your blog design and HE answers.
The graphics she uses are created by her.
You can feel comfortable releasing your sign in and passwords to her without changing them.

She works very closely with you to meet your needs.
She is professional and prompt -- customer service at it's best!
She does not set a price. She asks that you pray and ask God what to donate and she is blessed with what you sow.
She is humble. She never takes the credit. She ALWAYS gives the glory to GOD rightfully so.


For my FIT blog I only shared with Edie that I wanted purple and lime green and that I would send her an image of the things I use to keep me encouraged in living a more healthier life. Other than that, she prayed and what she delivered back was EXACTLY what GOD had given to her. How do I know that?

She used a praisercize theme with the image of 3 women doing the moves that I do. She chose graphic art that spoke completely to what my heart desired. Also I have not shared this with Edie as I wanted to share it here but the background pattern she used blew me away because my Grandma who is with the LORD since 1990 had a pattern similar to that which I recall in my teens watching her sowing a skirt for a function she was attending. I cried the moment I saw that soft brown/purple background because it brought back special memories for me that ONLY GOD COULD KNOW!

Lastly, when she sent the first few images for me to view my husband thought they were all beautiful and he was amazed that Edie doesn't even know me personally because she was so right on in what she selected. I told him that it's because SHE PRAYS!

As a person who truly appreciates the privilege and power of prayer I can tell you that the power of prayer crosses over into every aspect of our lives -- every aspect even blog design. GOD cares about every aspect of our lives.

I thank GOD for His love to show Edie what would bless me and I am thankful to Edie for her heart of obedience to the LORD and her desire to bless.

If you normally visited my Living A FIT Life blog then you know that I let everyone know I was turning it private and making it ladies only to respect the privacy of the women on there and to give them more ease with leaving comments rather than Email. I have not yet sent the "invite" to everyone that was on there. Sorry can someone please add about 5 hours more to the 24 hour day? (smile).

Anyway, if you have not received an invite and would like to be on the blog just send me your Email address. I'll be around this week to visit my blog friends and until then may the blessings of the LORD richly touch your lives.

To visit Edie click HERE.

Lovingly in Christ,

38 comments:

petrii said...

Good Monday Morning to you Lisa,
I'd love an invite to your FIT site. I'm struggling with the weight issue, and I'd love to be a part of this site.

petrii.dawn@gmail.com

Love you friend,
Dawn

LisaShaw said...

Hi precious Dawn, I will send you the invite indeed.

Don't feel alone in your struggle. We're all in this together. My site really focuses on the deeper issues of weight gain, overweight and obesity and not as much of the mechanics of "just losing weight" I feel it's so much deeper. We can do drastic things and lose weight but if we don't deal with the deeper issues of the weight then it WILL return.

I address things from a Christ-centered perspective not a world's weight loss view (vanity and being a specific size in order to feel pretty). That's not my focus. I believe we are all beautiful in God's eyes and it's important to receive GOD'S LOVE and to love ourselves and others and to take better care of ourselves through His love at any and all sizes.

I believe God wants us all to be healthier and live a more abundant life. That's been my 2 yr journey and it will cont on.

Love you Dawn.

Denise said...

She has a wonderful talent.. BUT I went over to your FIT blog and it is not open to readers.....??? Soooooo I will come back again and take a look... I am in such a struggle with my weight...... I have always been! So it is time to for me to win this battle.....

LisaShaw said...

Hey Denise, thanks for your comment. I had indicated in the write up that my blog is private and that if you want to be a part you'd have to send your email address. So let me know. Blessings

Smelling Coffee said...

I'll look forward to seeing your new design. I don't think I've been "invited" yet. It's always a blessing when the Lord works through a praying child. :-) Jennifer.L.Walker@tds.net

Blessings to you, Lisa! Love you... Jennifer

LisaShaw said...

Hey Jennifer,

I'll send you the invite. Love ya.

Ginger said...

Good Morning Lisa~ I too would love to be added. Our whole family wants to eat and live healthier, so any tips you can offer I'd really appreciate.

My husband is diabetic and I'm always looking for ideas to support him.

You are right in your comment. These issues so often run deeper and mask other problems we tend to cover with food.

Thanks for opening this up. I hope you have a wonderful day.

gingerbuffkin@windstream.net

You're a blessing!
Ginger

LisaShaw said...

Hey Ginger, would love to add you to the blog family. I also posted on the blog some diabetic snacks (an article) that you may find interesting for your husband.

Watch for the email invite.

Many of us are in the walk to live a healthier life my friend.

Andrea said...

I have started reading my book. It came last week. Even though it is tiny..I am feeling compelled to go slowly. This is VERY hard for me! My nature is to read quickly, but GOD is not allowing me to speed through this time. GOD bless you for sending it to me.
Edie is indeed the best. She recently did a makeover for RCWW and it looks awesome!! She has also done some other things for my friend, Mary!!
GOD BLESS, andrea

BECKY said...

Good Morning Gal!
I have used Edie, too, and she is a joy to work with!! That's so cool about the colors of your Grandmas skirt!! God knows every detail...indescribable LOVE!!

I am working on a healthier lifestyle as well, and would love to be able to view your FIT blog!!
My email is
holidayinthesun_1@yahoo.com

May your week be laced with grace!
Love and hugs,
Becky

Edie said...

You are a huge blessing Lisa. You always have an encouraging word on your lips. This post brought tears to my eyes and touched my heart deeply.

I love you my friend and pray that God richly blesses you.

LisaShaw said...

Hey Becky - thanks so much for your comment and may your week be laced with grace also dear sister. I'll send you the invite. A special friend of yours is on there too. :)

LisaShaw said...

Andrea I'm so GLAD that you are taking it slow and absorbing all of what GOD has given to you.

While I did read it in a few hours the book is marked up with a thousand things God said to me.

Some books I read slowly and others the Lord may press upon my heart differently so it's important to do as He leads you and that's why you are so encouraged in it.

He CHOSE you and Michele to have the book so He knows what you need dear sister.

I love you.

LisaShaw said...

I LOVE YOU EDIE!!!

Marsha said...

Hi dear friend. I can't wait to go over and take a peek! Heading there now.

Love you.

Beth in NC said...

Oh, I went to your fit site to check it out and I need an invitation.

I'll be sure to go over to Edie's site.

Love you,
b

Susan said...

Hey Sweet Lisa,

I'd love an invite to your Fit site.

Knowing you, there will be more then "meal plans and exercises".

You will go to the "heart of the matter" and that is what we ALL need.

I'm ready to be held accountable. (ouch...) I know what that means.

I'll look forward to be a part of all God is doing.

Blessings to you this day♥

“And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.” Romans 12:1

Angie said...

Good AFTERNOON....I would love to be invited in :)

Also, I have got to check into that video for exercise! THAT may be my only way of having a "partner"...

I love you dearly...

Debbie said...

I can't wait to see your new FIT blog. I know what you mean about Edie. Although I've not used her yet, I hope to in the future for Heart Choices. I do know that she is a beautiful person inside and out and that the love of Christ flows from within her to others.

You, my friend are so special to me. It's always fun to see your smiling face on blog comments. Love you much.

Chatty Kelly said...

Well, gracious I was hoping to see the beautiful new blog too! I'm not overweight, but would like to be more fit. Since I'm not familiar with your fit blog, I don't know if it would work for me, but if you're inclined I'd love to see it.

I loved your post today. Isn't Edie wonderful?

LisaShaw said...

Hey Debbie,

You know I love ya my friend.

Hey Kelly - I'll reach out via Email Sweetie.

Hey Susan I took care of your email sweetie.

Hey Beth - babe I resent it to you again.

Love you all.

Denise said...

Sweetie, would you please send me an invite to your fit for life blog? My email is shortybear63@bellsouth.net I love you.

Denise said...

Edie sounds wonderful, going to check out your blog right now.

Paula said...

Hi Lisa, as you are such a help to my spiritual well-being, can I also have an invite to your Fit page for my physical well-being too? My issues include food intolerances, muscle/joint problems, depression/anxiety; all things that I know can be overcome by correct eating and exercise. I'd love to be part of a group for support. Thanks Lisa :)

Saleslady371 said...

I loved reading that you are so blessed by the new design. You give so much to others and I'm glad God is touching you by His Spirit!

Love ya,
Mary

Joyfulsister said...

Hi Sis,
Yes!! Edie is so creative and I am thinking of having her do a little something with my blog!!


Come over to my blog and click on the giveaway . My friend fannie is giving away three of her beautiful art of two women titled kindred spirits.

Tell her I sent you over..

Hugz Lorie

Connie said...

Lisa,

I've been busy and not able to catch up on my blog reading. As always you are such an encouragement...thank you for encouraging me in God's word.

Glad you had a nice vacation.

COnnie
Invite me to your fit blog...conz3dz@sbcglobal.net.

Cathy said...

The makeover is wonderful, Dear. Sorry I had lost the link to it. Bless you for your ministry to others ~

Just a little something from Judy said...

My prayer for you today, after reading this latest post, is for God to somehow in His Soverign plan and purposes, alot you a few more hours in your day. Personally, I don't know how you do it. So many friends, requests, different blogs to keep updated and a family to love. At times my heart aches for you. I pray for you whenever God brings you into my mind(which happens to be quite often). Thanks for introducing us to Edie. It certainly was a kind and gracious introduction to a lady and her talents. Take care my friend, and remember...it will be worth it all!!

Sharon said...

She is Awesome isn't she!!! Yes I would love to come over to your new site, I cannot wait to see it, and be a part.
sharon00045@yahoo.com

Martha said...

Edie sounds like a lovely woman who is deeply in love with Jesus <3 how wonderful!!!

Psst, I sent you a comment on your other blog.

<3 Martha

renaye said...

Hi Sis

Cannot waqit to see the makeover,to receive all that the lORD HAS PUT ON YOUR HEART TO Share with us.I too know that it a journey to weigh lost.WE ALL STRUGGLE IN THAT AREA.Thanks for sharing.

love ya

Heart2Heart said...

Lisa,

Happy Monday Morning to you! I am so blessed whenever you post! It doesn't seem to matter what you write, just seeing something new on your site and your beautiful smile, automatically changes my mood right then and there.

I am so blessed that God is surrounding you with people that work well with you like Edie! You deserve only the best!

Love and Hugs ~ Kat

christy rose said...

Your blog makeover here was just great. I will head over and meet Edie now!

Beth.. One Blessed Nana said...

Hey my friend! I want to go over there too!!!

You are such a blessing and just pour out your love to others so willingly.

Tea Time and Roses said...

Hello Dear Lisa,

Edie sounds like a beautiful woman of God. You know, I am still praising God for allowing me simply through blogging to meet so many women who truly love our Saviour. It still so amazes me how He can take the small things and Bless you in ways you never thought possible.:o) What a wonderful and mighty God we serve.:o) Thank you so much for introducing me to Edie. I will surely be making a visit to her place. You and your family enjoy a beautiful week.

By the way Lisa I would love to be a part of your FIT site. I have been visiting here and enjoying myself so much I am afraid I have not gotten around to your other blogs. But I tell you I would love to be a part of FIT. Makes me smile just thinking about it!:o) Bless you my sister.

Smiles...

Beverly

Yolanda said...

Lisa,

I am so thankful for Edie, for yourself and many other women that all have a heart and hunger for more of Jesus. To share life with, encourage and to simply be loved on....

Thank you,
Yolanda

He &amp; Me + 3 said...

Sounds like Edie is a wonderful Christian lady. I would love to see your fit blog. Sounds awesome!