Today would have been the 45th birthday of my dear friend and colleague, Patti. Instead of celebrating with her tonight, we'll be toasting Maker's Mark in her memory. We lost Patti last July to ovarian cancer after a courageous 13-month battle. Throughout it all she never stopped smiling and inspiring all those around her. It is hard to put into words what a powerful influence a person like Patti can have on your life. Her smile was contagious and she truly made an undeniable mark on my life and … [Read more...]
spreading the love
So I'm new at this blogging thing but I'm definitely feeling the love. These lovely ladies mentioned below all honored me with the Stylish Blogger Award in the last few months. Since I already did my acceptance post back in January, I thought I would give them all another thank you. If you haven't seen these blogs, definitely stop on by and follow them. You will not be disappointed! Have a great weekend everyone!JandJHome="http:>="http:>="http:>="http:>="http:>Black Cab Designs The Crafty … [Read more...]
pet crafts: how to help build a patio
The mutts thought it would be helpful to give a tutorial for all those DIY pets out there. They were instrumental in helping us get the yard a little more presentable. Do your pets help out on your projects? ***Step 1: Roll in the dirt bowl in the backyard every single day to ensure Mommy and Daddy understand that fixing up the yard should move up on the priority to-do list. Step 2: Supervise the placement of each paver to make sure you approve the location and spacing. After all, your little … [Read more...]
stamping away
Way before we closed I started browsing ideas for the moving announcements I was going to send out. I knew despite the fact that I make invitations and cards it would be best to just order some since we would be busy with renovations. I browsed Tiny Prints and Etsy and while I found quite a few that I liked, nothing really won me over. Etsy is a very, very dangerous place to spend time in. So many distractions and so many things to stick in my cart :) While on one of my daily Etsy day dreaming … [Read more...]
introducing the pack
Since you will be likely be seeing these faces quite a bit when we move (scheduled for the 5th!!) I thought it would be good to give you a quick introduction to the crazy cast of characters we live with. All these adorable faces are rescued so save a life and rescue a pet. Name: DylanAge: 10.5 yrsLikes: Sushi, his mommy, car ridesDislikes: Bicycles, cucumbers in his sushi, nail trimsName: AnnieAge: 11 yrsLikes: Being brushed, slobbering on the computer screen, her bed by the windowDislikes: … [Read more...]
something old, something new
As I've mentioned before, we are moving some of our furniture and then buying some new pieces and accessories since a lot of our current furniture are really just transitional pieces we acquired over the years. Since I won't be able to be in the house much during the week while the installers are there, I'm taking advantage and doing a little shopping. Currently on the list to be purchased this week...New duvet cover & pillow shams for the master bedroom from west elm. The bedroom will be … [Read more...]
