Monday, March 15, 2010

This is why....

...I really can't get anything done when my children are around. My little Baby Spice gets herself in so much trouble, but she is so darn cute I can't stay mad for long. She was eating breakfast very nicely, so I thought I would sneak away for a few seconds to look at some emails. Moments later, I heard her little voice say, "Mommy, Mommy, mess". When I went into the kitchen this is what I found... A little girl covered in maple syrup. I just stood there and laughed (and of course, ran to get my camera), I couldn't help myself. I discovered that she knocked down the big bulk maple syrup bottle we buy at BJ's, and it was just pouring out all over the place from the top of the table. She must have been standing under it, because she was covered in it from HEAD to TOE. What I discovered though, is that syrup comes out very easy. I was surprised that it washed right out, who knew?


Sunday, January 24, 2010

Inspiration

Things that inspire me:

1. My children of course, they are my biggest inspirations...



2. Music, especially this song, it makes me think that when I have a bad day, tomorrow is a new day, and the past is the past.



3. Nature

4. Fabric, especially Heather Bailey's new line Nicey Jane, all I can say is delicious...



5. Paper

6. Vintage clothing, sometimes I feel as if I should have grown up in the fifties.


Sunday, January 10, 2010

What a year so far....

And it has only been 10 days into the new year. First, I receive news that I have extremely high cholesterol, and that I need to take medication right away. Now, I received this alarming news in a letter. No phone call, no nothing, just a letter. I know that it is not devastating news, but I would have at least have liked to talk about the situation before they decided to just put me on meds, I am only 31. Oh well, maybe that is just me.

Second, I am trying to get back in the work world, but also, try to spend as much time with my family. I know, not an easy task. Well, I got a wonderful interview, for a job that I thought I could balance working and still being with my children perfectly. Well, I didn't get it and I was somewhat devastated. I guess the only thing I could really do was cry. My heart was just a little bit broken, and I actually kind of feel silly admitting that. Because, I felt like, why are you crying? This is not the end of the world, my kids are healthy, I am healthy (well according to the note from my Doctor I am not), and I have food on the table, etc. Cowboy up (I think that is the saying), and stop being a baby. But I just couldn't...

Third, we had no heat. Well, when you live in New England in January you REALLY need heat. So, my good old dad came over (what would I do without him) and tried to fix it, but it really wasn't a simple fix so he couldn't fix it. So he gave us a lot of space heaters, and we would have to call the oil company in the AM. Urghh, well they came over in the AM, and the good news was they were able to fix it and it only cost us $150, but the bad news is that it could keep happening, because it has something do with the wind, and the venting, I don't really know...all I really know is that it is going to be a LONG New England winter.

I know those things I can weather. But it is just hard. I need to get out of this funk, and push forward. So I decided to stop complaining, and try to be better...

What that means in my mind right now I am not sure, but I am hoping I can see things more clearly...


Monday, August 10, 2009

Pictures from My New Camera

I think my new camera takes really great pictures. I am for sure an amateur photographer, but I think this camera makes me look pretty good. Here are some pics I just took outside with very minimal editing. My kids do make great models. Happy Monday! Cheers!







Tuesday, June 9, 2009

My camera broke!

Oh geez, my camera broke. I had a Kodak Easyshare, for 6 years. It has been my loyal friend, but I knew it was on its way out. So I finally decided to go with the big guns and buy a new camera, Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi Black 12.2 MP Digital SLR. I LOVE IT! Sorry Easyshare, I have a new best friend!

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

My First Craft Show

I am a little nervous. I have never done a craft show before, so I thought I would try one. Well, now I am stressing out about it. I don't have a lot of inventory, because a lot of things I do are custom. So, I am trying to build up my stock, which is proving to be really difficult. With my kids being sick, and being busy with orders (which I can't complain) I am feeling overwhelmed. It is so hard for me to get anything done. I don't have nearly as much as I would like, but I guess I still have three weeks to pull things together. I will keep chugging along, and chalk this up to a learning experience. Lesson for me, try to take one day at a time.

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Happy 1st Birthday Little Miss A

I have to say I am so proud to be your mother. You are a joy everyday, and I am so lucky to have such a wonderful little girl. You are full of love and life, you are one spunky child. You love to know what is going on in the world, you are in awe of people, animals, and your big brother. You love our cats, and you can't wait till you walk so you can catch them. I can't wait for many more birthdays, and to see what you discover next. I am excited and nervous about the ride to come. But one thing I know for sure, is that I love you so much, you are truly a bright light in everybody's lives