I walked out on my deck this morning. The birds were singing, the air was warm and moist and the skies are summer blue. I found myself wishing that I could steal a bit of summer, bottle it up and pull it back out on a winter day.
You see, summer always seems to slip right through my hands before I have really had a chance to enjoy it.
Isn't life that way too if we are not careful?
I schedule everything else, I also need to schedule "stealing a bit of summer".
I'm thinking more bike rides, reading books on the deck, quietly sitting in my garden to name a few.
Life is busy, no doubt. We can all benefit from remembering to schedule some time for play.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Monday, May 31, 2010
Flowers from Mom
She showed up at my door, cute as a button, hair shooting in all directions, and she held in her hands the most beautiful vase filled with Jacob's Ladder roses.
My mother had come over for no other reason than to bring me some of her beautifull roses.
These random acts of kindness and beauty are very commonplace with her and I was the lucky recipient yesterday.
Growing up, my Mom always had flowers planted and it is from those early years when weeding the flower beds, I think I learned to appreciate the smell of newly turned earth.
She has passed her love of flowers onto all 3 of us girls and her garden is one to envy.
When I think mine looks good or is coming along well, I am humbeled when I see her yard.
You have taught us to enjoy and appreciate so many things Mother. As simple as flowers and as full as the generosity of spirit.
Thank you for that.
My mother had come over for no other reason than to bring me some of her beautifull roses.
These random acts of kindness and beauty are very commonplace with her and I was the lucky recipient yesterday.
Growing up, my Mom always had flowers planted and it is from those early years when weeding the flower beds, I think I learned to appreciate the smell of newly turned earth.
She has passed her love of flowers onto all 3 of us girls and her garden is one to envy.
When I think mine looks good or is coming along well, I am humbeled when I see her yard.
Thank you for that.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Baby Blankets Cute, cute cute!
Check out these swanky handmade baby blankets! They are a perfect gift for a new baby.
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Household tip #1 Cheap and effective stain remover
Recently, while sorting laundry, I was out of spot/stain remover. I had a red pasta sauce stain to remove from one of my favorite tops and in desperation, I reached for the dish liquid because that is all I had.
I figured it could not hurt so I squeezed some on, rubbed it in and prayed for the best!
Voila! It came out completely.
I have since started using dish liquid for my laundry stains instead of sticks and sprays.
It is more effective, easy to dispense and cheaper too!
I don't think it matters what kind, they are all designed to cut grease and clean.
Next time you have a stain that needs a kick in the pants, try it, it works for me!
I figured it could not hurt so I squeezed some on, rubbed it in and prayed for the best!
Voila! It came out completely.
I have since started using dish liquid for my laundry stains instead of sticks and sprays.
It is more effective, easy to dispense and cheaper too!
I don't think it matters what kind, they are all designed to cut grease and clean.
Next time you have a stain that needs a kick in the pants, try it, it works for me!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
When you find something awesome....
You just have to share it!
ljctree on etsy (http://www.ljctree.etsy.com/) makes the most scrumptious soaps!
Her fragrances are captivating, the lather, luxurious and creamy. Her packaging is also absolutely beautiful and uniquely ....her. The time and attention to detail she puts into the wrapping of her soapy deliciousness lead me to think that she must surely put as much time into product presentation as she puts into making the product itself.
These are no small bars either! They are a generous 5-6 ounce bar and if you can bear to unwrap it, your skin will thank you for it!
I just had to share about this wonderful seller, her products are as unique and wonderful as she is.
Check out her shop when you have time and perhaps buy a bar or two of her soap.
I do have to warn you though...it is addictive!
ljctree on etsy (http://www.ljctree.etsy.com/) makes the most scrumptious soaps!
Her fragrances are captivating, the lather, luxurious and creamy. Her packaging is also absolutely beautiful and uniquely ....her. The time and attention to detail she puts into the wrapping of her soapy deliciousness lead me to think that she must surely put as much time into product presentation as she puts into making the product itself.
These are no small bars either! They are a generous 5-6 ounce bar and if you can bear to unwrap it, your skin will thank you for it!
I just had to share about this wonderful seller, her products are as unique and wonderful as she is.
Check out her shop when you have time and perhaps buy a bar or two of her soap.
I do have to warn you though...it is addictive!
Friday, November 13, 2009
New Christmas Mini Muffin Soy Tarts
I have had alot of fun ideas for Christmas candles and tarts swirling around in my head for months. I finally got a chance to create one of them today and I am thrilled with the results.
These little guys are so festive and they smell SO good!
They come in a white bakery box with ribbon, too darn cute!
Tell me what you think!
These little guys are so festive and they smell SO good!
They come in a white bakery box with ribbon, too darn cute!
Tell me what you think!
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Making time for those you love
Recently, I learned that my stepdad, Clark, was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. Although he and my Mother are no longer married, he is and has been a part of my life since I was 11 years old. He has been my friend, mentor, confidant and my rock. He is the one person in this world who I know truly "gets me" and the one that I know beyond a shadow of doubt that I could rely on should I ever need to.
That being said, he only lives about 7 minutes away. We have not made time for one another over the past few years, both busy, busy, busy. He has never been far from my mind or my heart but somehow time has just slipped right on by.
One cannot make up for lost time.
So spend time, make time, for those you truly love. Life passes so fast and in the end, it is those who have touched your life and those lives that you have touched, that really matter.
That being said, he only lives about 7 minutes away. We have not made time for one another over the past few years, both busy, busy, busy. He has never been far from my mind or my heart but somehow time has just slipped right on by.
One cannot make up for lost time.
So spend time, make time, for those you truly love. Life passes so fast and in the end, it is those who have touched your life and those lives that you have touched, that really matter.
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