Where does the time go?

Yesterday I was working on items for my business. I had a list of things to accomplish. Not a crazy long list. Just a list. I only accomplished two things. Argh.

Anyway, I think I could work for a week and then I might be ahead. I hope this doesn't sound like complaining, because I am not! I'm thrilled to be busy. I'm thrilled to have a list of things to accomplish.

Once you start being creative, more and more creative ideas flow to you. It's fun and exciting and I'm really, really enjoying it. Hmm...  I suppose I've just answered my own question, haven't I?

Well anyway, today I'm off to work to accomplish more than two things on my list.

“Hide not your talents, they for use were made,

What's a sundial in the shade?” 

― Benjamin Franklin

Saturday!

It's Saturday! It's Saturday! It's Saturday!

I'm so glad for this day off. It's been a busy time and I need a little down time. Though, I'm going to get my hair cut and visit my favorite JoAnn's for some supplies, followed up with a fun date night, there won't be much down time. But, you know what I mean.

Here are a
few things that happened this week that just make you go Hmmm...

So I opened a new bottle of contact lens solution this week and was happy to see a coupon enclosed... until I looked at the expiration date of 12.31.13. So I immediately looked at the expiration date for the solution: 08.2015. Hmmm...

At work, we had Chipotle one day and I did not eat all the chips and salsa, so I stuck the bag in the fridge for the next day. As I'm walking into the lunch room the next day, I overhear one of co-workers say "Hey Susie, there are still chips in the fridge." To which I responded "Yes they're mine. I saved them for today." Co-worker 1 continues talking to Susie "You should eat them."  hmmm...

I added this scarf to Etsy. It's a flirty feminine scarf in shades of gray and black. Did you know that Charcoal is apparently the color for late winter and early spring. As in Charcoal is the new black. Well if that's the case, this scarf will serve you well.

It's another cold wintry day around here. Dare I say it, I'm kind of getting used to all the white. It's relentless, though.

Have a great Saturday!

Rugby Stripe Scarf

Added this beauty to the shop! It's made from bamboo yarn, which can I just say feels amazing?!

Love is the answer

Well, isn't that the truth! I love Valentine's Day. I've probably mentioned that before. I like to make a fuss for my family. It kind of makes me sad when people say it's a greeting card holiday because they are missing the point. Every holiday and event has a commercial side to it... Think about it. When was the last time a baby was born that didn't involve a baby shower? Birthdays - cake, balloons, presents. The Olympics, the Super Bowl.  Christmas, Halloween.  Everything has a commercial side. The point of Valentine's Day and every event is not what can be purchased. The point is the other people in your life.

For me, Valentine's is just one more way I can show the people I love that they are special. We never go out for Valentine's. I always make dinner - I made heart shaped mini-meatloaf once. I also decorate the kitchen somehow. Hearts dangling from the ceiling is my favorite.

Anyway, love is the answer. It always is. It doesn't require money or fancy gifts, it just requires attention. Some of my very favorite, most treasured things my boys made with their hands and found objects. They are sweet and real and heartfelt.

February always gets me to thinking about how to make Valentine's fun and this morning I woke up thinking about it. I love waking up thinking about love! (hee hee - too many loves? No, can't be that!)

I'm ready to head out into the world today. We've been housebound with another winter blast :-/, but today I'm going out into the world and looking forward to it!

Hope your day is terrific!

First Sale!

Woo! I have a business! My first sale. I'm so excited! I also have an order for three more scarves! I'm totally grateful and super excited. Oh wait, I've said that twice. Well, it must be true then... :)

Birthday Wishes

Two days ago was my husband's birthday. It's been a busy week and I just didn't manage to get the post on time. He's a winner, is my husband. He works hard, is warm hearted, genuinely kind, willing to help anyone and loving! We made a big fuss, had dinner and I stopped by the wonderful place called Just Pies.  If you live in or around Columbus Ohio you may already know. For those who don't, they make the most delicious pies - - okay, truth is I don't really like pie. The only pie I kind of like is Fresh Strawberry, but then I don't eat the crust...  But my husband, he loves the pie! Virtually all pies, any time, all day long. So for his birthday I picked up 5 different little 6" pies and he was and still is, in heaven.

No, I'm not a paid endorser, just a happy customer (which is really the best sort of endorsement, don't cha think!).

Happy Birthday sweet husband of mine. ♥

Puffy Heart Pin

I added this little beauty to the shop this morning. Made to order in a variety of colors. It's a wee little pin 1.5" by 1.25". Great for Valentine's or anytime cause when is a heart not in style!

Comes with a standard pin back with swivel catch. It will securely attach to your coat, hat, scarf, purse... Bookbag... lunch bag... suitcase... Well you get the idea!

Get yours today!  Puffy Heart Pin Link



Couldn't resist including this pic cause my 25 anniversary ring just made it in the corner. The ring says love as much as the hearts do!