Finally

Well, I am finally getting around to adding some pictures. Here are some cards I have made recently. Some of the pictures didn't turn out the best, but I wanted to add them any ways. Have discovered the craft card stock and absolutely love it for cards. It is so sturdy. Gives a nice base for the cards in my opinion.

So Behind

Wow! I am so behind on posting. I have so many things to take pictures of. I have made jewelry, soap and lots of cards. I plan to get busy adding some new pictures this week.

My daughter has her dance recital this weekend. They put on 3 shows. A very exciting time. We really look forward to it every year.

I found out a few weeks ago that I have a rotator cuff tear. I saw the ortho yesterday and he said I have a full tear that goes almost all the way across and a bone spur. He said it is my decision as to whether to have surgery or try PT first. Not a decision I want to make. LOL I keep going back and forth on what to do. Do I try PT first to see if it will relieve the pain and weakness? Or would it be better to have the surgery now while I am fairly young since it won't get better and more than likely will cause problems later in life? And it is my right arm, so that is a huge factor too. I have an evaluation scheduled with the PT on Thursday. The doctor said that PT should not cause any pain or swelling and if it does, to stop immediately and he will have to do surgery for sure. It is already swollen so I am thinking maybe I should see if it swells worse and that will be my answer from God as to what to do. This is a very hard decision for sure. Any one have any opinions or thoughts on this? If so, please share!

Geode Necklace

I haven't posted anything in way too long! I made this necklace for my mother in law for her birthday. The pendant is a slice of geode. I used copper wire and findings. I snapped a quick picture. I need to get a better one when we have a nice, bright day. Really hope she likes it. Thanks for stopping by!

Stylish Blogger Award

I received this award from ~ http://craftingmisfit.blogspot.com/. Go check out her blog. She is very talented and I am very honored to be chosen for this award. Thanks!!!

Now I am to pay the award forward to 8 other talented people and tell you 8 things about myself.

Here are the people I would like to honor with this award:

1. http://bugbites411.blogspot.com/
2. http://chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com/
3. http://www.craftjunkietoo.com/
4. http://expressionbypinke.blogspot.com/
5. http://msscrappycreations.blogspot.com/
6. http://www.obsessedwithscrapbooking.com/
7. http://okieladybugsscrapnmore.blogspot.com/
8. http://sueannscrafts.blogspot.com/

All of these ladies are very talented. I hope you will check out their blogs.

8 Things about myself:

1. I am a home schooling mom to two wonderful children ~ son (15) and daugher (13).
2. I love to browse stores for those special and hidden steals. Nothing more exciting than finding a crafting supply on clearance!
3. I am gluten intolerant.
4. I love to learn new things, especially if they involve crafting.
5. My family, both immediate and extended, is my number one priority in life. They are my unconditional support system.
6. My faith is very important to me.
7. I love to help others.
8. I wish that life and society would get back to the basics so people can have more time for family and friends.

Thanks for stopping by! I appreciate all comments. Please share what you are thinking :0)

Blog Awards

I had the honor of receiving the Liebster Award from two different people:

Raechel ~ http://raechelscards.blogspot.com/

And

Sherri ~ http://sherri-ladybugscrapperfriend.blogspot.com/

Thanks you so much ladies :0)

Now, as a recipient of the Liebster Award, I am to reveal 3 - 5 blog picks and :
1. Let them know I chose them.
2. Copy and paste the award on my blog.
3. Have faith that my followers will rally and show their crafty love back out to those awarded.
4. Have fun!

So, I award the Liebster Award to:

http://scrappinwithmybug-scrappinwithmybug.blogspot.com/
http://www.craftingwithcristina.com/
http://www.creativetimeforme.com/
http://slofarmgirl.blogspot.com/

Thanks ladies for sharing. I love browsing your blogs for inspiration.

Sweet 16 Card My Daughter Made

We got our daughter the Rock Princess Cartridge for Valentine's Day. She finally got a chance to try it out tonight. She made a sweet 16 card for her cousin. I absolutely love this card and just had to share it. She did such a wonderful job on it! She is working on setting up her own blog. Last week Blogger was having problems so she couldn't design. Then we lost power. So, hopefully she can get it done this weekend. Thanks for stopping by!

Cindy Loo

I finally got a chance to try out my new Cindy Loo cartridge that my Bestie found on clearance. Yay!! I have to say, I think this is going to be one of my favorites. I decided on Doily1 and the cute squirrel. The colors look a little off in the pictures, but they really do coordinate. I decided to line the inside of the card with the same green I have under the doily and then stamped a border along the bottom. I came across a great deal at Michael's today (thanks to Michele at http://scrappinwithmybug-scrappinwithmybug.blogspot.com/). Michele shared her discovery of the rhinestones on her Facebook page so I decided to check it out and they had packages of Rhinestones on clearance for 49 cents just like she said. One of the packs had the perfect green for this card. Thanks for stopping by!