Scrappy and Happy in Ohio~

Sad news and glad news~

2009-03-15T09:27:00.002-04:00

Hello, dear friend! This is my last post to this blog as I have begun a new blog and would love for you to come by and check it out! CLICK HERE!Hugs~Phyl

Words to live by...

2009-03-03T13:12:00.001-05:00

Love with no need to pre-empt grievance.

To pray or not to pray...that is the question.

2009-02-25T13:49:00.003-05:00

Ours is not a straight forward path and although we hope to be progressing forward all the while amidst the twists and turns, life is one adventure after the other. While in some of life's transition periods we seems to sail beautifully, there are those that knock us flat and cause us to crawl. It is our determination to never quit that pushes us to make it through whether we find ourselves

Open letter to my heart-adopted son...

2008-10-10T11:20:00.002-04:00

Hey Baby Boy! I am glad to hear from you:). I know what it is like to be somewhere where everyone I love is at work and I am at home......sucks big time. I also know you are one tough cookie and will make it through this. Always remember: This, too, shall pass.Please tell Navy Man that I love and miss him...and Hev-G, too. And, please kiss Layla for me and tell her Mama to send me some

Epiphany

2008-09-29T10:08:00.005-04:00

a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, usually initiated by some simple, homely, or commonplace occurrence or experience. First of all, let me say that I love the word epiphany! I like the way it looks, the way it sounds, I love what it means, and most of all I am thrilled when I experience one.Some of you have been writing to see if I am

She wept...

2008-09-22T10:25:00.004-04:00

As a parent, I can assure you that there are few things worse than knowing your child's heart is breaking and that you can do nothing to take away the inevitable pain.Last night my daughter wept and I held her. I listened and allowed my heart to break also in an effort to shoulder some of her burden. And inwardly, I wept, too.She asked so many poignant questions...I could offer no answers...

Good Morning, Sunshine!

2008-09-10T10:20:00.005-04:00

This morning I woke up to the glorious sun streaming through the windows! Even though I am not what one could call an outside person, there are two things about the outside that I love...sunshine streaming through my windows and fresh air blowing in the breeze. There is something soothing in both.For some time now I have been locked in a whirlwind of emotions...feelings and realities that

Update

2008-08-23T14:59:00.003-04:00

I know I have been absent from Bloggerville for quite some time and I certainly appreciate the concern and love shown by those of you who stop by or email me.I am still in a deep depression and feel overwhelmed by the simplest of things. It seems that doing anything is too difficult. I frustrate easily and simply stop attempting what I am working on. I find joy in nothing any more.I wake up,

The Wedding Was Wonderful!

2008-08-18T11:01:00.004-04:00

Here are a few pics of the wedding. I will post more as they are available!!The bride & groom:Phylicia, Alana, Roger, Jen, Marshall, and me:Groom and Chris:Best Man, Father of the Groom, Navy Man:

It's Official!

2008-08-13T10:49:00.002-04:00

Navy Man and his beloved are getting married this Saturday~The wedding and reception are at a local vineyard; I think it will be absolutely beautiful.Navy Man flew in from New Orleans last night and they showed up around midnight and since I didn't expect them till today, I was pleasantly surprised. They are so happy that they glow:). My baby is a grown man...wow!Of course I have been shopping.

Prayers, please

2008-08-04T13:16:00.002-04:00

I had five teeth pulled and dentures put in last Tuesday. Pray for me, please.

Revelations Long Forgotten

2008-07-26T12:05:00.004-04:00

Do you ever sit back and look at the ways in which God has answered your prayers? The Bible clearly warns informs us that His thoughts are higher than ours and that His ways are not like ours. It also shows us that He does, in fact, have a wonderful sence of humor.This last month or so, I have been searching for His face, asking Him for wisdom, understanding, and protection...all things He

Smile Break:).

2008-07-25T12:00:00.000-04:00

Happy Independence Day

2008-07-02T14:16:00.000-04:00

Another day in paradise?

2008-06-28T13:23:00.006-04:00

I apologize for having been offline for so long...I am so locked in my head and quite stuck. This post is an attempt to touch base with you and hopefully gain some insight to what is going on with myself.Cycles...now there is a word for you. I am looking back at my life and I see cycles...lots and lots of cycles. I learned them from my mom and then apparently contiued them into my own life.

New Pics~

2008-06-17T00:07:00.004-04:00

So, my Beloved wanted me to send him a pic via the cell phone. I took a bunch of them. Here is one of my favorites...the other is in my profile.

Meme Monday #11

2008-06-09T11:11:00.003-04:00

FOR THE WEEK OF: 06/8-14, 2008The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:Meme Monday***Monday Meanderings.*********************TUESDAY:Happy 24th Birthday, Alana!*********************WEDNESDAY:Word Filled Wednesday.***Wordless Wednesday.*********************

Me Me Meme

2008-06-09T10:53:00.004-04:00

Thanks to Diane for the Meme Graphic she made. Betty did this one, so I am doing it too...lol. I won't tag anyone, but if you decide to play then please leave me a comment letting me know so I can come and visit you to read more about you.Two Names You Go By:1. Baby2. MommaTwo Things You Are Wearing Right Now:1. Red, pink, and white jammie bottoms2. White topTwo Of Your Favorite Things:1. My

So what's been going on with me?

2008-06-06T09:36:00.003-04:00

I am in one of those churn-n-burn phases that I often go through. Lots and lots of things going on inside of me and around me. Accepting things I can not change is a tough thing for me sometimes even though I know there is such freedom at the other side of the acceptance. I often go through the stages of grief in these situations depending on, of course, the magnitude of it all.According to

Meme Monday #10

2008-06-05T07:52:00.005-04:00

FOR THE WEEK OF: The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:Meme Monday*********************THURSDAY:Thankful Thursday.Today I am thankful for:1. God's mercies, which are new every morning!2. Breath in my body for another wonderful day:).3. My Beloved being

New Jammies...Forbidden Fruit

2008-06-04T16:45:00.004-04:00

My latest fun...Forbidden Fruit...lol. The red part of the top is from a shirt that had...ummm...shall we say, gotten a little snug. I am gonna have the best jammie selection in Ohio at the rate I am going:). Am thinkin I am gonna make some short bottoms...for a change. I also found my "elephant leg" jammie bottom pattern...look out world!Some of you have emailed in order to check up on me.

Oh, I do love productive weekends!

2008-06-02T10:48:00.003-04:00

This is my favorite dress so far:). The top and the ruffle are from a shirt I had and the bottom is some vintage fabric sent to me. It's all girly!This shirt is made from Simplicity 2962. I love the collar. The purple is some fabric I had...the other is from a bed sheet:).I cut the neckline out and the sleeves off of a regular white tee and finished the edges with a cute stitch. Then I

Have a Fabulous Friday

2008-05-30T09:41:00.003-04:00

Marimekko has the most gorgeous fabrics! I drool everytime I go to their site. This car was in their latest post...I LOVE it!!!

What I have been up to!

2008-05-26T12:39:00.002-04:00

The blue polka dot dress is from Simplicity 3778. Since it is from cheap fabric, it will be a nitie:). The blue and purple is reconstructed from a thrift store find. I loved the fabric, but it was an old granny dress. No more...it is officially a nitie. The bottom of the orange sundress is a vintage sheet...also found at the thrift store. Not sure if I will add orange straps or not...am

Meme Monday #9

2008-05-26T10:14:00.007-04:00

FOR THE WEEK OF: 5/25 to 6/1/2008The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:Meme Monday*********************TUESDAY:*********************WEDNESDAY:Word Filled Wednesday.Thank you, Mariposa, for introducing me to WFW! ***Wordless Wednesday.*********************

Blog Your Blessings Meme...Vol. 1

2008-05-25T12:28:00.004-04:00

Blog Your BlessingsI am loving this meme~ You know me...any excuse to talk about how wonderful God is! I am blessed in so many ways! Let me count them...1. Despite my forgetting Him, my Heavenly Father, never forgets me.2. Despite some aggravating inconsistencies, my health is good.3. My children are healthy enough to get on my nerves...lol.4. I have a house in a great neighborhood...and today

Repost...Big Bang

2008-05-25T12:01:00.003-04:00

This is a repost...in order to update the list:). To play along, click onlink # 1.1-Attitude, the Ultimate Power 2-Juliana's Site 3-Rusin Roundup 4-Grow Rich Along With Me 5-Comedy Plus 6-lynda's loft 7-Amel's Realm 8-MAX 9-Speedcat Hollydale 10-Mariuca 11-Complain Complain Complain 12-Mariuca's Perfume Gallery 13-Life Is A Roller Coaster 14-Sugar Queen's Dream 15-First Time Dad 16-Life 17-My

SaSSY Meme

2008-05-24T08:38:00.001-04:00

Wanna play along? Click on the graphic!This week I am featuring blogs by a very dear lady. I am sure that she has something for everyone!1. Livin’ Life SandyStyle-Her Main BlogThere are photos, challenges, memes, fun, how-tos, freebies, and more!2. RecipesRecipes, Deals, Giveaways, Cookbooks, Reviews...OMG~ Check out the Make Ahead Mashed Potato Casserole!3. Celebrating Life One Day A Time~I LOVE

Links Around The World Tag

2008-05-24T02:52:00.000-04:00

^_^ Start copying here: ^_^This is the Links Around The World Tag.Instruction:1. Place your link after the list. If you have more than 1 blog, feel free to add them all here!2. After placing your blog's address/es, you must tag 5 or more bloggers that is not yet in the list, this is to keep the ball rolling.3. Here is the best part: Make sure to update your list every now and then, by getting the

Handwriting Analysis

2008-05-22T12:13:00.006-04:00

You know me...always doing something to gain more insight into who I am and what makes me tick! I took the free handwriting analysis and these are my results:Phyllis is moderately outgoing. Her emotions are stirred by sympathy and heart rendering stories. In fact, she can be kind, friendly, affectionate and considerate of others. She has the ability to put herself into the other person's

Memes-Main

2008-05-21T18:22:00.009-04:00

Some time ago I promised to make a post where I could store the graphics, etc., to the memes I frequent. Consider it done:). The name of each meme is linked to it's home-blog:).MONDAY: Meme Monday ***Monday Meanderings.*********************TUESDAY:Heads or Tails.*********************WEDNESDAY:Word Filled Wednesday.***Wordless Wednesday.*********************THURSDAY:Thankful Thursday.***Thursday

My 300th Post~~Graphic Give-A-Way:).

2008-05-20T15:24:00.006-04:00

First things first! This is officially my 300th Post! I am sure there are those of you who are glad we are acquainted only in Blogland, cause if I post this much how much must I talk? You are NOT allowed to discuss that quandry with my dear brother...lol.As has been my norm when reaching the 'hundredths' posts, I am having a Give-A-Way. This time, though, it is a little different since everyone

Meme Monday #8

2008-05-20T11:29:00.036-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK OF:5/18-5/24 2008The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:FUN MONDAY: Show off your collection(s). Hmmm...over the years I have collected many things...geese, ladybugs, beads, children, flip flops, and now

Girly Wisdom~

2008-05-20T09:56:00.006-04:00

Women over 50 don't have babies because they would put them down and forget where they left them. A friend of mine confused her Valium with her birth control pills... she has 14 kids but doesn't really care. One of life's mysteries is how a 2-pound box of chocolates can make a woman gain 5 lbs.My mind not only wanders, it sometimes leaves completely.The best way to forget your troubles is to wear

Weird mood...imagine that~

2008-05-18T13:54:00.007-04:00

Having spent the night tossing, turning, and drowning in hot flashes I find I am in a weird mood today. These hormones are making me absolutely crazy. The NASCAR Race in my mind has slowed down some and for that I am grateful. I hate it when my mind races uncontrollably. And...hot flashes? Are you kidding me? I haven't had the sheer pleasure(note sarcasm) of these suckers in quite some time

One Word...from Jay~

2008-05-17T18:09:00.003-04:00

One word only!!Not as easy as you might think. Now copy, forward, or post this and change the answers to suit you and pass it on. It's really hard to only use one word answers.1. Where is your cell phone? .............. table2. Your significant other?.......................Jeffrey3. Your hair? ............................................greying4. Your mother? .....................................

Update and such!

2008-05-16T12:25:00.004-04:00

Some of you have noticed that I have not been blogging at my usual rate. I am having some female issues and finally have been able to schedule a D&C for next Wednesday, the 21st. I am so grateful to know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I have decided that hormones are no longer my friend and have declared war. I am tired of crying at the drop of a hat and all of the other fun

Meme Monday #7

2008-05-14T15:25:00.015-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK : 05/12 to 05/18.The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY: Monday Meanderings: *********************TUESDAY:*********************WEDNESDAY:Wordless Wednesday.Ladybug Love by Blank Quilting:Play by Windham

Wordless Wednesday

2008-05-14T15:07:00.003-04:00

Ladybug Love by Blank Quilting:Play by Windham Fabrics:GP...this post is for you:).Hugs!

My gifts...

2008-05-11T16:51:00.003-04:00

Happy Mother's Day to you!

2008-05-11T12:48:00.003-04:00

I hope your day is as wonderful as you want it to be! Feel free to take this graphic as my gift to you...whether you are a mom to two or four-legged critters! You may also pay-it-forward:).Hugs...Phyl

A tribute to me from my daughter!

2008-05-11T12:12:00.012-04:00

I have to share this...I am sitting here flabbergasted, overwhelmed, and grateful for the little critter who first made me a mommy...the original post is at her blog.Momma- For your special day I wanted to write you a poem to tell you exactly all the amazing things you've ever done that make me so happy to be your daughter... Unfortunately I'm not as good at it as you'd have me believe. How can i

SaSSY Meme

2008-05-09T12:49:00.003-04:00

Share A Site SaturdaY: I host this one so my post for this week is here.I encourage you to check it all out and participate...go get yourself some Linky Love!Mr. Linky has moved! I just purchased a Gold Membership with him and I am anxious to see my meme linked to from him:). How sweet is that? I just learned that search engines and Technoratti do not, in fact, automatically count links posted

He would have been 39 today~

2008-05-07T12:37:00.005-04:00

Today would have been my brother, Donnie's, 39th birthday. The following is a journal entry that I made on the ninth anniversary of his death. I still miss him but have come to know that he is in a better place and appreciate that all things Do work together for good to them that love The Lord. There is a peace deep inside of me that I never had. This can be a sad read, so do not feel

Clothing Reconstruction

2008-05-06T10:38:00.004-04:00

I am the kinda person who hates to waste anything. Sometime ago I picked up an outfit(top and skirt) at the thrift store cos it had these gorgeous big plastic buttons on it and buttons printed in the fabric. I love buttons:)! Although I do admit that when I bought it I mostly wanted those plastic buttons, I simply could not toss the outfit in the trash. I was gonna use the fabric to make purse

Meme Monday #6

2008-05-05T10:38:00.014-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK OF: 05/04- 05/10/2008The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY: This is it! Remember, this will be linked to at the MM site on next Monday:). I got tagged by Mike for a meme...it is here.*********************

I got tagged by Mike!

2008-05-04T08:20:00.008-04:00

My dear buddy, Mike, tagged me for this meme. Thanx, Mike! Here are the rules of the game (post these first).1)Each players answers questions about themselves.2) At the end of the posting tag 5-6 people.3) Post their names and then go to their site leave a comment telling them that they have been Tagged. Then ask them to read your blog.4) Let the person who tagged you that you have completed

Flip-Flop Floozie, too!

2008-05-03T10:10:00.003-04:00

This one is for Flip-Flop Floozie! I have not been feeling well, but I can't let that stop me from shopping, now can I? My baby girl got her stimulus check today and we took our Annual Flip-Flop Find trip:). Joann Fabrics had them for 2 bucks a pair. Here is my haul for the day! I have so many pairs that I had to make a organizer with pockets to hold them all last year. Can u tell what my

Shipped off yesterday...

2008-05-02T08:05:00.006-04:00

The following items are now enroute to their rightful owners:This is for Maverick...Ohio's Littlest Farmer:)."Baby" Blankie...um...for a friend. It is only 36" x 36", so it is more of a couch back decoration, but should work nicely with the porcelain eagle collection.This is the back:).This is for a precious newborn baby girl:).This is for my Mom, Betty, for Mother's Day:).And...this is what I

Quilter's Eye Candy~

2008-05-01T08:13:00.003-04:00

I just entered to win this gorgeous quilt top! If I do win it, I will hang it in my black, red, and brown living room:).On the first day of every month I get an email from a wonderful lady who actually lives not too far from where I grew up. She reminds me to come see her latest creations and to enter her monthly contest for a FREE QUILT TOP. While any quilt would be a major score to a quilt

Meme Monday #5

2008-04-30T10:04:00.012-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK OF: 04/28/08The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).It has been a busy but productive week around here! Not many memes, but my to-do list is steadily getting shorter and that is a source of great joy:).************

Prelude

2008-04-29T11:33:00.016-04:00

Something amazing has happened in my life. I am in love...real honest to God absolute head-over-heels in love. Aside from the usual joys of being in love, this new state of being has given me many gifts, inner gifts of discovery about who I am, what I want and need in my life, what I am willing or not to sacrifice, and what makes me tick. It is almost sad to tell, but I was with the same man

Why Y?

2008-04-25T10:58:00.005-04:00

Ever wonder how Generation Y got its name? This about says it all!!!In it's January 22, 2008 edition, the Quebec City newspaper, Le Soleil, had a topic about generations by age group. Generations are grouped as follows:The Silent generation, people born before 1945. The Baby Boomers, people born between 1945 and 1961.Generation X, people born between 1962 and 1976.Generation Y, people born

How about a good old fashioned giggle?

2008-04-25T08:49:00.004-04:00

Amazingly Simple Home Remedies:1. Avoid cutting yourself when slicing vegetables by getting someone else to hold the vegetables while you chop.2. Avoid arguments with the females about lifting the toilet seat by using the sink.3. For high blood pressure sufferers ~ simply cut yourself and bleed for a few minutes, thus reducing the pressure on your veins. Remember to use a timer.4. A mouse trap

Meme Monday #4

2008-04-24T09:43:00.010-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK OF:4/20-4/26/08:The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).It's been a busy week, so the memes are minimal.****MyThursday Thirteen brought to you by the letter:1. My Faith runs to the core of my being.2. I not only

I am # 925!

2008-04-22T20:05:00.002-04:00

Ok, you know me....if it's about linking I gotta be there:).Hugs,

Found great joy in the discovery!

2008-04-20T10:36:00.011-04:00

Betty just gave me this award:). Thanx, Sweetie!***I read a post this week and the final line of it impacted me greatly. May you be blessed this week. Perhaps you will get to see something new in yourself or someone you love, and may you find great joy in the discovery!What a wonderful thing to wish upon some one! I took those beautiful words personally and made a mental note to self that I

Darling little Quilt Give-A-Way!

2008-04-19T13:15:00.004-04:00

Julie is giving away this darling little quilt in honor of her 68th post and/or Spring:). She made too many blocks for the OC Mystery quilt and did what comes naturally to us quilters: She made a quilt out of them. I love this little darling:Isn't it just delicious? It measures just 14" x 20" inches. To enter in the drawing simply leave a comment at this post on her blog. Good luck~

May I have a proud momma moment?

2008-04-19T12:54:00.007-04:00

I just called my Navy Man with some good news...his federal tax refund is here. Well, he had good news for me, too. He is volunteering and working with Habitat For Humanity! As a Mom I feel that I did not instill enough of a sence of community in my children. Health and lack-of-car kept me from volunteering and setting the example I would have preferred that my children had seen. Lemme tell

2008-04-18T10:47:00.007-04:00

Bloggers Unite is an opportunity for bloggers, vloggers, and photobloggers to use their space to make the world a better place. While the words might change from country to country and are sometimes taken for granted, human rights represent one of the universally agreed upon ideas — that all people are born with basic rights and freedoms that include life, liberty, and justice. This year marks

Newest project~

2008-04-17T20:50:00.005-04:00

Here is what I am working on: This bag: (the red asterick marks the one)From 3 of these fabrics: (From the left...1st, 2nd, 4th.)What do you think?

Lois' Morning Mug Meme~

2008-04-17T10:25:00.027-04:00

Alas, there is a new meme in Blogland...and you know me...I gotta do this one...cause well, I am a coffee addict...lol. I found ithere. Lois' Morning Mug Meme Rules:Most folks drink some sort of a morning beverage, be it coffee or tea, and most likely from a mug.1. Please share a photo of your favorite mug(s).2. Tell a story about how it became your favorite. Include what you drink with this mug

My first quilt to get quilted~

2008-04-16T18:53:00.008-04:00

A year or so ago, I belonged (briefly) to an online quilt group and participated in a Blue Nickles Swap. I made a gorgeous blue quilt top and gave it to a friend. The memory of the group experience left a sour knot in the pit of my stomach and Rhonda was head-over-heels into blue and in a deep depression. I sent her some love in the form of that top. She got it quilted and sent me these pics

The Twelve Months of Personality Meme~

2008-04-16T15:33:00.009-04:00

I got tagged by Nicole for The Twelve Months of Personality Meme~.TAGGING RULES:1. Mention the person who tagged you and create a link back to them.2. Copy-paste the traits for all the twelve months (see below).3. Pick your month of birth.4. Highlight the traits that apply to you.5. Tag 12 people and let them know by visiting their blogs and leaving them a comment.6. Let the person who tagged you

Virtual House Cleaning

2008-04-16T14:25:00.001-04:00

In an attempt to hopefully make things more efficient here I have made some changes. I have moved all of my widgets to one location. I love widgets but they frustrate me when they cause my blog(or anyone else's for that matter) to load slowly. Since I am a repressed networker, I couldn't see tossing them out so to find them just click on the widget graphic in my sidebar.I have also moved all of

Words on Wordless Wednesday

2008-04-16T11:54:00.007-04:00

Leave it to me to come up with a way to run my mouth use words on Wordless Wednesday! Rotflmbo.The fantasy:The reality:The compromise:Hugs...

Make A Wish Meme

2008-04-15T12:00:00.001-04:00

I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more. I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger. I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting. I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.I wish enough "Hello's" to get you through the final "

Meme Monday # 3

2008-04-14T12:57:00.027-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK OF:4/14-4/19/08:The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:I got tagged! The Apron Queen got me. The links to the posts she requested are: Friends, Six Word Memoir,7 Random Things ,and VTT. See, Your Highness,

Who do I linky-love?

2008-04-13T13:52:00.043-04:00

~Please do not take this large graphic~If your blog is listed in my Blog Roll to the left of this post it is due to the fact that I subscribe to your RRS feed so I can keep an eye on you know immediately when you have posted something new on your blog because I am nosy like that enjoy hanging out at your place. If a graphic in my sidebars links to you then I love what your doing:). SO...if your

Beautiful words...and a blessing~

2008-04-13T12:47:00.004-04:00

May you be blessed this week. Perhaps you will get to see something new in yourself or someone you love, and may you find great joy in the discovery!Lest you think for one moment that I am the writer of that beautiful blessing, lemme tell you a little story.I met Nicole via Thursday Thirteen. She then left a sweet comment on my Aches, Pains, and Naps post...so off I went to visit her. Nothing

Meet my newest heart-adopted child~

2008-04-13T11:39:00.003-04:00

I am having such a wonderful time in life being totally immersed in the love our Heavenly Father is showering on me! The cool thing about splashing around in a pool of love is that you want everyone to get soaked in it too.I have decided that I am gonna spread the love not only in blogland but IRL, too. Over the next few month I will introduce my blog family to my real family and vise-a-versa.

Something in the blogasphere atmosphere!

2008-04-13T10:03:00.000-04:00

It must be something in the blogasphere atmosphere...wow...say that 3 times fast...lol. Awards are flying all over the place. I made two to give and to share...Betty gave me one...and Mo gave me a virtual wheelborrow full...Virgina gave me one...lol. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, GIRLS~Betty is giving this award to those of us who frequent her blog. The rules: You gotta frequent Betty's

There is a fella in blogland and I got to meet him~

2008-04-12T21:28:00.004-04:00

Mike is a sweet fella and it seems we have a few things in common. He stopped at my blog one other time and I hope I commented at his blog when I popped over there. Today he has let me know that he has added me to his Blogroll of Honor. How sweet is that? Mike plays the dulcimer...it is such an amazingly wonderful instrument. He, like me, is differently-abled than he used to be. He, also

Widgets-Main

2008-04-12T18:24:00.018-04:00

***Get the AddThis Social Bookmarking Button widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox!***************

Awards-Main

2008-04-12T18:22:00.015-04:00

Each graphic is linked to the generous blogger who bestowed it upon me. For the sake of my convenience, new awards are added to the top of this post:).***Betty just gave me this award:). Thanx, Sweetie!***Mo gave me the following awards:Shannon started this one:). "The Rules: By accepting this Excellent Blog Award, you agree to award it to 10 more people whose blogs you find Excellent Award

New Award for the Blogasphere

2008-04-12T14:18:00.000-04:00

Do not take this large graphic.*BECAUSE PEOPLE DESERVE TO KNOW HOW YOU FEEL ABOUT THEM WHILE THEY ARE HERE TO ENJOY IT*Is there someone who helps you be who you are and do what you do, -or- someone who is there for you physically mentally, emotionally, or spiritually, -or- someone you credit with helping you over one of the major humps in your life?Feel free to take following award and give it to

You are the wind beneath my wings.

2008-04-12T11:06:00.002-04:00

My choices for the initial recipients of theWind Beneath My Wings Award are, in generational order, Betty, Mo, and Alana. It is my hope that each of you will take this award and let it serve as a reminder of my gratitude for your being a vital part of the collective wind beneath my wings.I have come to know Betty through blogging and she is such a wonderful and endearing woman. Betty is one of

From 'back in the day'

2008-04-12T09:38:00.006-04:00

I am not sure when I actually started loving the Internet. But I do still remember some things that I loved from the very beginning. Even then I was into networking and joined many things that were the rage at the time. There were virtual quilts, stamps, Puffin Walls, and more. The one site that has remained in my memory as my favorite is Laz's Realm. Imagine my delight when I was able to

Aches, Pains, & Naps. Oh my!

2008-04-11T17:38:00.009-04:00

Ok, I need to fuss/whine/complain/holler/cry-on-your-shoulder/vent. Pain hurts~ As you may know, I suffer/battle/hate having Rheumatoid Arthritis & Fibromyalgia. I was diagnosed with RA during my 3rd pregnancy...so in 1988. It did not get bad for me until after my six strokes in 2005. Is it just me or is this beginning to read like the blog of an 98 year old woman instead of a 48 year old?

My productive evening...

2008-04-11T13:10:00.007-04:00

I love the times when a 'project' just falls into place! The fabric for this tote bag came from a dear friend who was moving and generously sent me two boxes crammed with fabric. I love this print! Thanx, Deb:).The bag finished at 19" wide x 18" tall. I tack-quilted the outer fabric to the batting, made sturdy handles, and for the first time ever put in a magnetic snap! There is even a

Pass up a challenge? Me? NEVER!

2008-04-10T13:43:00.006-04:00

Chris from Quilting Weekly has issued me a challenge:). Every person who purchases an online quilting class from her AND tells her that I sent them gets a free Fat Quarter and if five people do this I get a free online quilting class from her.Well...far-be-it-from-me to pass up a challenge! I would also like to 'sweeten the pot". If you sign up for an online class with Chris and tell her that

Are You Grateful Meme?

2008-04-10T12:12:00.008-04:00

Being a Grateful Gal has revolutionized my life! This is my contribution to Mel's Are You Grateful Meme. Wanna make your own statement of gratitude? Click on the following graphic to learn how:).Mel, I am grateful to you for doing this! Thank you!See mine here.Hugs!

Ok....you caught me...I am stealing content~

2008-04-10T09:54:00.007-04:00

The precious oldest 'fruit of my loins' also has a blog. I found this post this morning. I have to share it with you:). So I have a feeling this is one of those posts I might get into trouble for... That being said, I still feel the need to share this...My mother is the type of woman who reminds me that we need fulfilment in our daily lives. She is always doing something to make the most out

Big Bang~

2008-04-10T08:06:00.011-04:00

Not only did Mo tag me for this meme, she also saved my sanity by sending me the code...lol. Mo, I am sooo grateful for you and how you love me! Big Hugs~You do not have to be tagged to play along. This game is simple and so are the rules.1. Copy from *Start Copy Here* through *End Copy Here*2. Add your site(s) to the list. Just be sure to post the “Big Bang” at each site you add.3. Tag or don’t

Graphic Gifts for Cricket

2008-04-09T22:51:00.006-04:00

Cricket had the perfect picture for her new meme, but needed badges, etc. I did these for her. Be sure to check out her Slice of Life Meme!

Six Word Memoirs-Meme

2008-04-09T13:47:00.010-04:00

I've been tagged by Betty to do this meme. Here are the rules:1. Write your own six-word memoir about yourself.2. Post it on your blog and include a visual illustration if you'd like.3. Link to the person that tagged you in your post and to the original post so we can track it as it travels across the blogosphere. (It is considered good bloggy manners if you leave a comment at the original post

We Have A Winner

2008-04-09T11:48:00.000-04:00

The winner of my 200th Post Give-A-Way is PEG!!!! Please stop by her place and congratulate her!Thanks to all of you wonderful gals who participated in my Give-A-Way!The winner for the name of the business is:LadyBug's Bags!! Thanx for voting!!!HUGS!Edited 4/9/08...wow! I just found this buried in my drafts. No wonder I wasn't getting comments to this post in my email. I apologize. To make up for

My Message In A Bottle...

2008-04-08T20:04:00.022-04:00

I think this meme is sooooo sweet. I am not sure who tagged me...Betty or Mo...so I am linking to both of them! I just also got tagged by 'The Queen of Memes' who started the Message In A Bottle Meme. Now my virtual bottle will remain afloat in the Blogosphere Ocean for all blogernity.Betcha can't guess who it is for....lol.EDITED TO ADD: In response to Cricket's comment here, I would like to

Meme Monday # 2

2008-04-08T10:33:00.029-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!(Tiny URL: http://tinyurl.com/3ht2rz)FOR THE WEEK OF: April 7-12, 2008The names of the individual memes have been changed to protect the innocent are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:Give Me Five:Give me 5 favorite candies:This may be the easiest meme

Meme Monday # 1

2008-04-07T13:57:00.018-04:00

Wanna join in the fun? Click the graphic!FOR THE WEEK OF: March 31-April 5, 2008The names of the individual memes are linked to their home-blog. I would love it if you checked them out and even decided to join one or a dozen! If you do, lemme know:).MONDAY:Give Me Five:Coming next week!***Unconsious Mutterings:Coming next week!*********************TUESDAY:Tackle-It-Tuesday:Mine is here.***10

Meme Monday Makes Too Much Sence!

2008-04-07T11:53:00.024-04:00

I have decided that it makes too much sence to join in on the Meme Monday Movement. To save space, time, and sanity(all of which are on short supply some days, I have made the following decisions.1. I will post my weekly memes in a specific format(read: I have code on stash some where...lol.) from here on out.2. With the exception of MM, logo graphics for weekly memes will be in my sidebar and

what made you smile today meme

2008-04-07T06:54:00.007-04:00

People Who Made My Day Meme:SAO has 2 recent posts on her blog with a total of three links to my blog in them! Now, how is that for some linky love?She listed me as one of the people who made her day and also has 'memed' this statement: Go ahead and join in and then let me know what made you smile today.So, SAO, lemme tell you this first...all the linky love made me smile first thing this morning

Slice Of Life Meme

2008-04-06T12:08:00.010-04:00

So Cricket has started a meme of her own...and I am loving the idea. Each week there are three options to use as writing prompts! We all know how much I love to talkwrite so here I go! Oh...and before I start rambling there is more to this meme than meets the eye...so be sure to go check it out for yourself!Slice of Life choices for the week of April 6, 2008 are:1. Meeting your best friend.2.

Girls In My Circle...Tag! You're it!

2008-04-05T12:41:00.061-04:00

When I was little, I used to believe in the concept of one best friend,And then I started to become a woman.And then I found out that if you allow your heart to open up,God would show you the best in many friends. One friend is needed when you're going through things with your man. Another friend is needed when you're going through things with your mom. Another will sit beside you in the

Girls In My Circle...Spread the love~

2008-04-05T11:04:00.068-04:00

Being a girl in my circle means that we have bumped into one another somewhere and meeting you affected me in a positive way. Even though most of us are Internet friends, I cherish our friendship and pray for you daily.Wanna let your friends know you love them and appreciate the difference they make in your life? Make a post about friends and insert the code provided below. Then tag the women

SaSSY Meme...Vol.2

2008-04-05T00:01:00.001-04:00

Wanna play along? Click on the graphic!Miss Sassy has taken her meme and moved out! Geez, she AND Hoppy have both moved out in the same week! At least they each got their own place and are not shacking up. I am grateful for that. Although, if you check, you can see they do seem to be spending a lot of time at each other's place...ummmm.Sassy, Hoppy, and I all hope you will want to play along

Friday Feast

2008-04-04T14:48:00.017-04:00

AppetizerInvent a new flower; give it a name and describe it.My flower is called a Raisy. It is similar to a rose with daisy petals around the base of the bud and it is a lovely salmon-rose color. It smells yummy-licious!SoupName someone whom you think has a wonderful voice.My sweetheart. Every single time he says my name it takes my breath away.SaladOn a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being highest

Thursday 13...BroughtToYouByThe Letter C

2008-04-03T14:44:00.012-04:00

~Graphic compliments of Hootin' Annie~Today's Thursday Thirteen at Scrappynhappy in Ohio is brought to you by the letter: *1. Those who love me most and know me best think I am Crazy.2. I Concur with their observation.3. I am not happy unless I am Creating something. 4. Christ Jesus is the Lord and Savior of my life.5. I pronounce the word "Creek" like "Crick". That makes my kids Crazy.

Wordless Wednesday

2008-04-03T13:30:00.008-04:00

Wanna participate? Here ya go: Wordless Wednesday.******Code:WORDLESS WEDNESDAY*PHOTOS GO HERE* Wanna participate? Here ya go: Wordless Wednesday.

Graphic Gifts for Momz.com~

2008-04-03T01:11:00.007-04:00

These are the graphics I made for momz.com. I enjoy it when hard works pays off so you know I love them. In fact, I have been saying, "This lil piggy went to market..." Lord help me...lol.