{Brazell Interviews} Return of the Jedi...

So it's been a while...

PS. To any Canadians who watch: we really do love you guys, no hard feelings ;)

Questions for the audience:

1.  Favorite childhood movie?

2.  Favorite animal?

3.  Favorite Olympic event?

{Brazell Interviews} The Story of Christmas

In light of Christmas being tomorrow, Frank and I wanted to share with you the true meaning and reason for Christmas.  Many people don't know, or fully understand, it's origin simply because of the culture we live in.  Christmas is not just about getting presents, or having Christmas parties.  The meaning of and reason for Christmas is actually very simple, very beautiful, and its law is love.  Please feel free to follow along with the Scripture links provided below.  Also, if you have any questions for us, we'd love to read them in the comment section below - we will answer as soon as we can!

Merry Christmas!

Isaiah 7:13-14

Isaiah 9:6-7

Luke 1:26-38

Luke 2:1-21

{Brazell Interviews} The Hobbit: the Desolation of Smaug

WOW

I... am... wow...

So we saw the 12:01 premiere last night and a bunch of other CIU students were there too (shout out, homies!)  I asked on Facebook what everyone's thought on it was, and I'm getting some good responses.  Well here is what Frank and I were thinking about the awesomeness portrayed in that theatre last night - I didn't want it to end!!!  I'm starting to get lost in that world again.. uh oh...

There are no specific spoiler alerts :)

Here are pictures showing our excitement before seeing the movie, and our reactions after seeing the movie:

So as you can see, I was pumped and ready to go, Frank was happy to go.  I was thrilled beyond measure afterwards, and Frank was a sleepy poo (who also really enjoyed the movie).

So in a few days time, we are going to do another video where we talk about all that we liked and didn't like from the movie.  Beware, that one will have spoiler alerts.

Also, check out this interactive map powered by Google Chrome in honor of the Hobbit!

What are your thoughts on The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug?

Leave the comments below!

{Brazell Interviews} Christmas!

So Frank pulled one out of the hat tonight!  It was a sweet and thoughtful surprise for him to have an arbitrary interview with me for my blog!  In this video, we discuss the things we love most about Christmas, what we are looking forward to, and I ask you a question to answer ;)  I hope you enjoy this little snippet of our lives and where we're at right now.  Love, Frank and Jessica!

Leave some love below!

{I didn't think to check myself before speaking about my favorite Christmas Carol: yes, Israel had a relationship with God before Jesus, the redemptive channel was through the Temple.  I was simply referring to a relationship with God that did not require burnt sacrifices through one mode of redemption.  Jesus brought the beginning of the Church, which means we can have communion with God anywhere at anytime, just as you would with a relationship - just want to make that clear ;) }

O Come, Emmanuel

{Brazell Interviews} Frank

{Brazell Interviews} Frank

Meet: Frank {Brazell}

So Frank and I have been married for almost 11 months now (1 year is right around the corner!) and there's always something new to learn about each other.  Every now and again, we ask each other silly questions, play Truth or Truth, and give each other interviews.  I decided to record one of these interviews of Frank because I want something tangible to look back on and to share with my readers!  So without further ado, here is my husband, Frank Brazell :)

These are the written Questions
(the 'funner' answers are in the video ;)
#1.  What book were you reading this time last year?  The Rise and Fall of the British Empire

#2.  If you could carve any animal out of wood, what animal would you choose?

#3.  Who is your favorite character from Star Wars, and why?

#4.  What is your most preferred time to wake up in the morning?

#5.  What is your favorite not-so-known holiday?

#6.  If there is one thing we can experience together before we die, what would you want that to be?  

#7.  If you could be a character in any book (character can 'exist' or you can make up a new one) what would you be?  

#8.  What does your ideal winter afternoon look like?

#9.  What is your favorite article of clothing?

#10. If there is one article of clothing you would like to see me in more, what would it be? (he said heels)

Bonus Question: What is one food that you would like to try at any point in your life?  Bison meat