Just being Me...

A New Year

Looking forward to this New Year 2013! All the amazing possibilities a new year brings. Once again I find myself thinking on a new word for this year and as of yet nothing comes to mind. My word last year was Be and it was very fitting. I feel I have grown from my word and have learned a lot about myself. I will continue to just Be this year and grow with my new chosen word. Still thinking what fits... I will post it went it comes to me.

Thanksgiving

I am thankful to be healthy, have a family and friends. This Thanksgiving I find myself reflecting on my life. It seems that there is always many things that we take for granted day to day. Really trying to just be grateful and remember the things that mean the most. Not as easy as I wish it to be.

My Second Make and Take

This is my Make and Take for Scrapbook Island today. I love the way the colors and the whole thing came together. The technique I am featuring is the using of Distress Stains and the new Metallic ones. Can't wait to see the turn out. Come by if you are in the neighborhood.

My First Boutique

I was so nervous! But I did it and it was a Hugh success!!! I wasn't expecting to much. I really wanted the experience of the Boutique. My family came out and supported me. So happy that they did. Who knows maybe I will do another one. Trying to get myself out there and just do it! This was so hugh for me.... Here's to the next one : ).

New Canvas

Just completed this 8 x 10 canvas. I posted yesterday that I've been taking a bunch of new online classes. Soo inspired by the all the different techniques. This was on my own but I will post more of the class stuff when I am finished.

Trying a bunch of new classes. Feeling so inspired..... Just want to try all the new techniques I've learned! I'm a lucky girl.

June 2012

Here's are something's I have been working on lately. Hope you get inspired....

Make and Take

This was the make and take I did at Scrapbook Island yesterday. I thought it came out very cute I must say. It was a great turn out. The ladies were all pleased with their projects. It was a success. I worried for nothing... Ha! I always over think everything.

Easter Banner

This is an Easter Banner I created recently. Just wanted to share a little bit of happiness.

A Month of Reflection

Since this year has started we have had good news, and bad news. Really just trying to get over last weeks news of a dear family friends passing. As I reflect on the whole thing it really has shook me up. I am keeping in mind that we really need to focus on our families and friends in keeping in contact even with just a card or that call you are not looking forward to making. All the missed opportunities you thought you would reschedule or make another time will not always be there to make a mends. I try very hard to not have regrets and am liking the way it frees up my mind to focus on the more important things. I definitely feel like a drama free life is worth the effort.  Trying to stay focused on my goals for the New Year. I have been doing more in the creative side of it. Not finishing anyone thing as of yet as far as projects go. My Alexandria has gone and gotten her driver's license. Man I don't really no how I feel about this yet. The whole struggle with letting her grow up and not worrying to much that John and I haven't given her enough knowledge of the world around her. I know that she is a great young woman and we are very proud of both her and our son. Just thought I would share what was on my mind today.......
 Here's a picture of us Easter 2006!