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Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Thank You Tonya
Friends are one of lifes most precious gifts. I have been blessed to have met so many wonderful folks through the internet and Tonya of Back Porch Pickins in one of them.
I had asked Tonya if I could hire her to make me a new banner. She told me on my birthday that this was my gift. I would have to wait as she is always so very busy but worth the wait it was. Look at this wonderful banner. Tonya knows that butterflies hold a special spot in my heart. Something between my Daddy and I. So she placed a few in my banner. Isn't that nice.. I love the old feel of it and yet it suits the whimsical side of me to a T or should I say P? LOL Thank you Tonya it is beautiful!
I know I have been absent but I have been running, working and more like a mad woman. I have so many projects and sites due all at once. Not only that but the normal tasks of kids, Mr.Peabody, house, pets and taking all of them where they need to go. You may not see much of me this week as I am preparing for my Mother's visit. She is coming for a short visit and to look for a house. We need to find her something in only a weeks time. YIKES. So I have to get this place in tip top shape as she has severe allergies. So I will be running again not to mention the golf thing is still on going.
I thought I would show you a little sneak peek of one of my items for the new site
ARTS A FLUTTER( CLICK HERE) It UPDATES TONIGHT at 10 PM.
I am so excited and actually managed to get three items done for the opening of the site. That is amazing with all that I have been up to lately. Now to bust my butt to get the rest of the stuff done this week. Yikes.
Okay everyone I must scoot if I am to get anything done. Have a wonderful week and play nice.
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Monday, March 23, 2009
A NEw Book GIVE AWAY
Susan Tuttle has a new book out. I just viewed this book a few days ago at Barnes and Nobles. Susan Tuttle makes you see ordinary things in an EXTRODINARY new way! It is true. L` from prims 4 him wrote that and I couldn't agree more. I am finding that I appreciate more art everyday and this book is no exception. She is giving one away on March 25th so hurry to her blog and enter to win. I would LOVE to win this book. It has so many cool ideas and techniques in there, really makes the old think tank rev up the batteries and doodle a few ideas. Go check out Exhibition 36
Have a wonderful creative day.
Have a wonderful creative day.
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Friday, March 20, 2009
I just love Spring Give Aways
A very kind, gal over at Prim 4 HIm is having a give away. A lovely little bird, 2 nests and goodies to be added. If that doesn't make you think of spring no matter what the temp in your world nothing will. Ahhhhhhhh spring, I personally can not wait!
Now I am off to have a bit of fun tomorrow. My car is back and well we might be broke but I can at least hit the grocery store. What the hey the car only cost me 1200 dollars to be fixed. A small price to pay really when you think it could have been the trannie! Thank God it wasn't. Hey I might even get to go to church this weekend. whoo hoo.
Have a wonderful weekend making memories.
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Thursday, March 19, 2009
Things are looking up a bit.
Well today I am feeling a bit better. Talking not so much like I swallowed the biggest frog on earth the bad news is DD got my frog. OH boy. Even being sick today she had the biggest news and couldn't wait to tell me. Her name was in the local Paper the Bremerton Sun. She was in the sports section of the paper as the first Upcoming player to watch for her golf team. She was on cloud nine as the list came in order from the coach. Whoo hoo- you go little girl! He told us she is a natural and thrilled to have her on the team. Wish she had joined her freshman year.. Oh well things turn out the way they are supposed to be I guess. She does love it and I know this because Katie hates the cold and yet she never complains when she is on the field freezing her toots off chasing a little white ball.LOL
The mechanic called today and the new computor for the car is in. Now have to wait for another part tomorrow. But hopefully will have the car soon. I can't wait to be able to go out again. Wasn't it me a few days ago complaining about being in the car? LOL Can't win all the time I guess.
Well I am off to work. With being sick I haven't got much done. I would only work for short spurts and go to bed. Can't sew if your eyes are crossed.
Have a wonderful weekend. I looking to going to the quilt shop to spend some free pennies on fabric. whoo hoo free fabric I love those words together. LOL
P.S. it won't let me load the picture. Our new router showed up today so hopefully that will fix the internet problems we have had.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Happy St. Patty's day!
Just a couple of pretties for you to use if you like. May you be Blessed with all that is good.
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Sunday, March 15, 2009
Mistaken Delivery
Okay, I think there has been a mistake. We were delivered some snow and in fact about 5 inches of this cold, perfect powder and well I might be yours? If it is yours could you please and come and pick it up? I hate to keep it if it belongs to you. Keeping you from using your shining skis,sleds and let us not forget about the kids who want a snowday to have a good old fashioned snowball fight.
Come ON OVER!
I woke up this morning with every intention of going to church till I looked outside. Then though okay go to town instead. Talked DH into going. Ofcourse we have to use his car as mine is still broke. Than it kept on snowing. He said I will hit the little store instead. It is still snowing as we speak. Good grief. Big old flakes. It was 50 something just the other day and DD was wearing shorts for golf. Mother Nature is off her rocker is all I can say.
Well I guess I won't be taking the car back tomorrow. OH boy fun, fun to wait some more. Well I am getting sick anyway. I have been dodging this cold for months and I think it finally caught up with me. Joy oh joy!
Have a good one.
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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Happy birthday Jacob!
My boy is 25 today. WOW where did the time go? It seems like yesterday I was tug him around like a football. First day of school, first girlfriend, first so many firsts there are just too many and I am honored to have been witness to most of them. He is such a nice guy too. Serving this great Country of ours, still finding time for the ones he loves. The kind of kid that you can call in a moments notice and he is right there willing to help any way he can. Very much like his Father in that aspect. I couldn't be prouder of him and who has become.
we are having a little dinner, cake and ice cream. YEH I GET CAKE!! LOL After this week I think I need some. Nothing fancy but love and time.
Must scoot and get the dinner going. He requested beef stroganoff but it is yummy.
Have a wonderful day. The sun is shining so this is wonderful in a rain forest.
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Just a horrible day
This week has been aweful. Everything that could go wrong has. Ever have one of those weeks?
Today was just the icing on the cake. I melted. My God Mother( Sue's Mom) is in the hospital and was given the grave news that she has colon cancer- which is what took my precious Sue's life. My mom had to put down my Dad's dog whom I loved very much. Seems like another piece of me went to heaven with him.
Then my car almost broke down on the stinking freeway. Off we were two kids in the car to the on ramp and my car won't go. All of a sudden it jerks and then goes. Thought maybe just hit the gear somehow. Doing okay but still feel something not right. Get to town and had a list of things to get for my son's birthday dinner/ celebration tomorrow evening. We ended up leaving town, calling for help/possible tow. We made it home but it was scarey for me. Now I have no gift for my beloved Jacob, and had to change the dinner plans.
I was going to town to buy some needed items as well and now probably won't have the funds for those with the car repairs. Sometimes life just stinks. I am just angry and feeling a bit broken. Just needing to vent. Sorry, just needed to get it off my chest.
Going to go and try and work. Doubt if I will be able to but I will attempt to anyway.
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Sunday, March 8, 2009
HUGE wool SALE
Hello Everybody,
Don't know if you saw this or not but it won't last forever and a good deal is a good deal. I know I am for that any day of the week. Not only that Ann's wool is the best!
I stole this from Tonya of Back porch pickins, she said I could. Thanks T~
Ann over at ~Crowing About Primitives~ is having a HUGE WOOL SALE!! This is not your average sale...she has marked them down to 5 bucks or less (from what I seen) and you will get FREE Shipping, if you simply post her sale on your blog and mention it to her, with your order! I think that is a GREAT Sale, if I do say so myself!!
Here is just a small sample of what she has to say about the above picture (oh and I LOVE his wool, one of my favorites)...
Tawny Creamy White Ram's Lamb Wool
This is a 1 oz. bag of a soft creamy white ram's lamb woolStaple lengths are 8 - 9 inches long.... Tawny is super soft with a brilliant curl to her..
Price: 8.25
So, what are you waiting for? Hop on over to Ann's Wool selling Blog and you will be glad that you did!! I will have pictures to show later...of my little dollie, that is wearing those sweet little shoes, that I posted a while back. Have a great day.
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Sunday, March 1, 2009
Quilt books and Rug hooking wool added
Hello Everyone,
I have been busy today listing a few things in my eBay page. I have some precut rug hooking wool and a few quilt books listed, as well as one of my Pin Keeps with free shipping on most items.
I am off and running again to the studio. Orders to get completed and sent out this week. Then I am gonna play with some new stuff- tee hee. Don't worry I will show you all.
Have a wonderful week. I will be living in the car again. LOL For the next 5 months. OH boy.
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Special Orders have flown the coop
I am making progress. The new owners of these have received them and are pleased. That is all that matters. So I am still working on a few more orders and have to mail out this week. Just thought I would pop in and share what I have been up to.
Enjoy the day what ever the weather!
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Why Do People Get Gray Hair?
As any mother knows, if you want to know how to avoid gray hair, don't have kids! Just kidding, I wouldn't trade the little monsters for anything, but stress is a very common cause of graying and thinning hair. Lessening your stress can potentially help keep you from going gray, for a little while at least.
The amount of grey you get as well as how early in life you get it, will be largely determined by your heredity. Some people in Austin and Avery Ranch just go gray earlier than others. To get a better idea of what nature has in store for you, look at your parents and see when they started to go gray.
Tips To Avoid Grey Hair
But other factors do play a part too, as I hinted at above. Here are a few things that you can do that may help you hold of the inevitable for a little longer:
Eat Nutritious Diet To Avoid Grey Hair
1. Never, ever forget that what you see on the outside is a direct result of what is going on inside. Take care of your body. Eating right, especially foods that are high in copper since that helps keep the pigment in your hair longer, foods like meat, yams, spinach and lima beans are good sources.
Also, never underestimate the importance of keeping your body fit by exercising and eating properly. Get plenty of sleep and drink enough water. All of this will keep your body operating properly which might help a little. It will certainly provide you with a higher quality of life, that's for sure.
Quit Smoking To Avoid Grey Hair
2. Want to avoid gray hair? Quit smoking. Most know that smoking is bad for you but few people in Austin and Avery Ranch stop to consider the toll that cigarettes take on their appearance. Aside from creating more wrinkles and yellow teeth smoking can also cause your hair to go gray. Giving up smoking will help you look younger for many reasons: fewer wrinkles, nicer teeth and less gray.
Don't Take Too Much Stress
3. I know I have already discussed this, but I want to go into more detail. Stress takes such an enormous toll on every aspect of of your body and your health that you simply must do anything and everything that you can to de-stress, even if it's just a little.
Something as small as 20 minutes a few times a week where you do something relaxing can make a huge difference. Everyone is different and everyone has different ideas of what is relaxing. For some people in Austin and Avery Ranch getting a massage is a great de-stressor, others like to have a nice long bath with candles, still others may like to relax with a good book.
It doesn't matter, just try to spend some time every week (every day is even better if you can find the time) where you can unwind, put away the phone, turn off the t.v. and simply relax.
It's really not all that hard to learn how to avoid gray hair. While you don't have complete control over when you will start to gray, your genetic makeup does have some say in the matter, there are some things you can do that can delay the graying process.
How To Avoid Thinning Of Hair – Natural Remedies Can Help
Change Hair Care Regimen
Before you pull out your wallet and buy some product you saw on late night t.v. last week, be aware that there are some simple lifestyle changes that you can do that may show you how to avoid thinning of hair. Everyone is different and the needs of everyone are different, so finding what works best for you may take a little trial and error, but it doesn't have to leave you in the poor house.
There are many types of all natural products that have helped men throughout time keep their hair. These time tested methods are often much less expensive than man made alternatives and do not have all the negative side effects that many of the prescription drugs have.
Some of the most serious side effects from common hair loss prevention medications are acne, erectile dysfunction, growing of breasts (in men) and headaches. Wow, that's a lot to put up with for a little more hair.
With many of the natural remedies it might take more time to begin to see results, but if you are patient and stick with it, virtually everyone will get some benefit. And you won't have to worry about all the bad side effects. I think most men would agree that having a full head of hair is great but not if it means they are going to grow breasts!
Something as simple as doing regular scalp massages (which can increase blood flow to the scalp which in turn can promote hair growth) can make a world of difference, it feels good anyway and there are no bad side effects. What have you got to lose?
Before you go crazy on finding some "cure" make sure that your home and lifestyle are not actually the culprits. Most of us don't realize just how toxic many of the products we use daily are to our bodies. Shampoos often come with sulfates in them which is an extremely harsh chemical and can cause a lot of problems all over your body, not just with your hair.
A lot of us live lives that are so stress filled it's amazing we don't all just keel over. Simple changes can help you greatly reduce the amount of stress you have in your life and that will help your whole body become healthier, not just your hair.
And of course, eating enough quality food, keeping your nutrient levels in balance, drinking enough water so you stay hydrated and avoiding things like smoking or drinking too much or too often will all help your body operate to it's full capacity which will mean your hair will grow too.
Today we North Austin Family Health understand more than ever about the way our bodies function and that small changes can have a big impact on our overall health. We are also learning that man made drugs are not always the miracle they seem to be. More and more we are turning to natural remedies for common issues. If you want to learn how to avoid thinning of hair start simply. Small changes may make all the difference you need. Start there first.
How To Avoid Hair Loss – Dont Be Called Dome Head
Even though it is currently in fashion to be bald, for men at least, there are still many men and women who really want to know how to avoid hair loss. While a lot of hair loss is genetic and there are limited things you can do to prevent it, that doesn't mean that you just have to accept it.
Causes Of Hair Loss
Sometimes it is something like a hormonal imbalance that can lead to hair loss. An imbalance of estrogen or testosterone can cause many problems in the body, hair loss is just one of them.
If caught early, and treated, it is not uncommon to not only stop the hair loss but possibly even reverse the loss that has already occurred. You may get back that full, lush head of hair that you have lost.
Hormonal imbalance can be caused by many factors such as stress, poor eating habits, environmental toxins, and smoking. Women have a greater tendency for hormonal imbalance due to their ever changing hormones due to menstrual cycles, menopause, pregnancy and child birth.
Trying to keep these fluctuating hormones in balance may be a challenge but there are some things you can do. One of the easiest things is to take a full spectrum multi – vitamin. This, along with eating a well balanced diet, can help you keep your body fed with the right amount of nutrients as well as help keep your body in balance.
Another thing that can help is to keep your hair clean. By using a gentle shampoo and not allowing the hair follicles to get plugged up with excess oils you can promote more growth and that will help you keep your hair full and lush.
Tips To Reduce Hair Thinning
Some other simple things you can do to keep your hair are:
1. Change shampoo's. There are two reasons for this, for one thing many shampoos are actually made using harsh chemicals that dry out and damage your hair. It may not directly lead to hair loss but it can lead to damaged, dry hair that is thinner. Another reason to change shampoo's is that if you are losing your hair, you can find a shampoo that helps thicken your remaining hair and can help improve hair growth.
2. De-stress, right now. Stress can take a terrible toll on many aspects of your health. It starts on the inside but it will work it's way to the outside. Try to eliminate or at least lessen some of the things in your life that cause you stress.
If you have a high stress job there may not be much you can do about it, at least not right away, but you should be able to at least find some time everyday to spend just a few minutes and relax. Please don't make the mistake of thinking that you have to spend hours at a time relaxing to get a benefit.
Even a few minutes everyday can make a huge difference in your stress level. Something is better than nothing at all.
You can fight heredity, at least slow it down a little bit, learning how to avoid hair loss can make it more of a fair fight. Use these simple tips to help keep more of your hair on your head and out of the drain.
How To Avoid Frizzy Hair – You Can Do It
This Summer Say Good Bye To Frizzy Hair
If summer time is your least favourite time of the year for the sole reason that you suffer from frizzy hair, than don't give up. Help is on the way! Today more than ever their are products available that can help you get over your frizzy hair and not have to wear a hat all summer long. Learn how to avoid frizzy hair and start enjoying summer again.
In many cases frizzy hair is simply a by product of the hair care, or lack thereof, routine that you have. If your hair is broken and damaged it is more prone to get frizzy, especially when it is humid out.
Tips To Avoid Frizzy Hair
To help reverse the damage to your hair, and prevent further damage in the future, here are a few simple things you can do starting right now that will help you achieve healthier hair and less frizz:
1. Start with your shampoo. Some shampoos are just not that good for your hair, no matter what the commercials say. All you have to do is to look at the back of your bottle and read the ingredients. If your shampoo has sulfate in it, keep looking. Sulfates will dry your hair and damage it further.
2. To undo some of the damage you do to your hair every week, deep condition it at least once a week. Using coconut or jojoba oil can provide a deep penetrating hydration that your hair is dying for. If your hair has the proper level of moisture it is less likely to frizz.
3. When you step out of the shower, do not "rub down" your hair. It's much better to gently pat it dry so you don't break off the hair strands. This breakage can ultimately lead to frizz.
4. If you can avoid it at all, do not blow dry your hair. If you simply do not have the time to let your hair air dry than at least minimize the damage to your hair by using a diffuser on your hair dryer, this will help prevent tangles which cause breakage when you brush your hair.
5. Get trims frequently. Trimming off the damaged ends of your hair will lessen the damaged parts which in turn will lessen the amount of frizz you get.
6. Keep the blow drying, curling and dyeing to an absolute minimum. All of these things are very damaging to your hair. Even if you can't avoid them altogether, at least cutting back on them, say by not blow drying your hair on the weekends when you aren't pressed for time and don't have to get to work, can help a lot.
Frizzy Hair Outlook
You don't have to be sentenced for life to frizzy hair. Some simple day to day changes may be all you need to learn how to avoid frizzy hair. While these things may not completely get rid of the frizzy, they sure won't hurt. The healthier your hair is, the less damage it will have and the smoother and less frizzy it will be. Do as much as you can to tame the mane that Mother Nature gave you.
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Le sigh. You just have to accept the fact that vacation days fly by so much faster than work/study days, do you?
And yup, we were at Pueblo… again. What can you say, quietness, fresh air and the beach are never bad things. 🙂
The camera settings were totally messed up here as I wasn't so familiar with it yet + Papa taking the shots. Todo edit na! (Time to edit!)
One of the private houses in Pueblo. Seriously, I get the concept of a vacation house, but if you visit it like, once a month… well, I don't really get it. Would you build a house that you won't get to frequently visit and live in anyway?
One of my favorites! Just look at that color. For this day, though, it primarily served as extra camera protector. LOL
I completely lucked out with this shot, as it was already very dark, and the lighting happened to be there. I learned that it was better to use a tripod for low-light shots though, because they tend to get very blurry. "Lucky shots" like this make me happy, but at the same time always make me want to ram my head in a wall, because I didn't take note of the settings when this happened. :p


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The narrative journey of my Ancestor Work in a blend of spirituality, genealogy, memoir, and magic.
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Missing Donna on Mother's Day
It's hard to celebrate a holiday when every symbol of that day reminds you of grief and loss. A lot of people understand this. But we can't stay there. We can't affix ourselves to that sadness. Letting go of grief, and moving on, back to love, is inevitable, or we're not living.
Maybe it's my age, maybe it's my recent brush with death and changed outlook on living, but it feels different now. The best way we can honor those we have loved and lost is by acknowledging those we love that are still with us.
Mother's Day was a blessing for me this year, because I am alive. Because I am alive to be with my own mother for longer. And because when selecting a Mother's Day card, they all made me think of my Grandma Donna, and I smiled. And remembered her laugh. And her good-natured, competitive card playing. And her summer gardens.
Because she died on Mother's Day, I think about her every year when the holiday rolls by (and loads of other times, too- she was something special). When I remember her, it brings her as close to my heart as possible. And I smile. And then the love I feel for those still with me expands.
That is not a bad thing.
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