minjas rock

i have a couple of cute nephews that have birthdays this upcoming month. And I had the (insane) idea to paint them quick cards while the kids were awake. ugh. next time we wait for naps or bedtime.

the one nephew used to call ninjas mimjas. so there you have it. and yes, i'm late as of tomorrow for the other.

tid bits

photo by me. Gray at almost 6 months. AKA this morning.

-someone slept for 6 hours straight last night!
-Gray loves peas. loves them more than anything. Hates bananas, apple juice and peaches. tolerates applesauce.
-Destry decided he likes carrot sticks. Ate three whole carrots yesterday.
-we're still looking for a house. the one with the fantastic fire pit is right out. (darn.)
-it snowed?? Uh, we're ready for spring around here. Sorry winter, you missed your appointment. Please reschedule for next year.
-it was my dad's bday yesterday. I helped my mom make a cake and cupcakes then had to miss the party for our loan closing appointment. sad day. but good day. but sad still.
-has anyone read the "shampoo-free" approach to hair care? Also known as "poo-free" which is hilarious. You think they'd try to find a more pleasing name for something people see as freaky to begin with. Its all over pinterest/blogland. I tried cleaning my hair with the baking soda/water solution and the apple cider/water concoction. Seems to be working alright. I just wonder if anyone has any input. (and my motivation has nothing to do with trying to lower my footprint on the world or saving sulfates or whatever. Its cheap. dirt cheap. and I'm tired of paying 30 bucks for good shampoo--and I refuse to use crappy grocery-store stuff. its way worse than what the baking soda's been doing so far.)
-we're thinking about making some day trips for vacations here in about a month. Kolt has to work like a crazy man these next few weeks. Any good ideas?  Has anyone camped out at the Grand Canyon? I know its more than a simple day trip but that would be a fun weekend.
-I love it when the very first song on my Pandora station is awesome-sauce.  Makes my morning happy.

the end.

wonderful wedneday

did some r and r today during nap time (that wasn't actually resting. sometimes a gal wants to do more than just nap.)

I can't decide how I feel but sometimes you just gotta stick it on the wall and look at it for a bit. I like the colors. The concept came from this fantastic painter and if I had money I would buy her art. Instead I tried my hand at flowers inspired by my bridal bouquet.  She's better but she's been at it a bit longer than I have. I think I'll revisit it in another medium next time.

shagalicious

just thought I'd share this beauty with the class. Possible option for a great entertainment space. hahaha  ohhh man.

yes. this is the basement of a house for sale 'round these parts. too funny.

Indulge me for a bit

Today I feel like having some cheese with my whine. I just read a blog that whined a bit and I realized that's how I'm feeling. weird.

Ever think to yourself, "This decision is SO IMPORTANT." and then you step back and realize its really not very important at all. But sort of along the lines, "we could live in a cardboard box and be happy if we wanted. We just have to make the most of the situation." meh.

So, to push aside this weird conundrum of emotions, I'm going to make these and watch some tv.

the end.

and some art because who wants to listen to my poor me problems

tiny turtle

I organized my fabric stash the other day and I decided I needed to do something with my box 'o' scraps.
meet tiny turtle:



someone took to him instantly. (actually he sat on my lap trying to eat him while I was still sewing him up.)

cozy coupe parking only