This is my yearly purple Christmas Tree. It is filled with angels and The Grinch only. But this year, I have decided I have too many ornaments, so after Christmas--I'm only going to box up my TOP Favorites and ones that fit on the tree. I have so much to be grateful this year. I have my health, and I have a job. These two gifts I am so blessed to have and I am grateful for the people who read this blog.
Being Grateful Makes Life More
When I first saw these Inspirational Burlap Placemats from G.U.S. Greatusefulstuff.com I thought how good could they be? They are Fabulous! The quality is top notch and the fact I am reminded to be grateful every day has turned my life into some wonderful moments. I don't know if because I am reminded to be grateful by the placemats or the fact I'm grateful has changed my life for the better.
As you can see from the photo, I used a red napkin to make the placemats "pop" with color and I receive daily compliments from my friends and family who have stopped by this month.
I hope in the coming months there will be more "Grateful" reminders for the home as people realize being grateful gets you more out of life than being grumpy.
These placemats and napkin rings make great hostess presents, house warming presents and just a nice thought to give to people.
These days it makes waking up and making my coffee brings a smile to my face when I read the words on the placemats: Grateful, Bountiful, Sustaining and Nourishing. It makes my soul happy and what is better than that?
Happy Thanksgiving
What are you grateful for?
My New Neighbors
I have been so blessed living in my house with my neighbors. If you have read this blog for more than a year, you know that my other great neighbors moved---and now I have new ones. They are equality as wonderful--and have two sons and two daughters. The two sons live next door with their parents. They also have two daughters, one is married and one is at college--whom I'll meet at the Holidays.
Last week I was asked to watch the boys (ages 13, and 15) while the parents went away--so I did what I do best--having fun while spending other people's money. For dinner last night it was Pizza Pal's supreme which was a great hit--then we went to the movies (and the 15 year old actually joined us!) We saw The Peanuts movie. I enjoyed the moral of the story and reliving my childhood through the movie--as they hit all the high points of Peanuts--Oh and Please stay during the credits--you will be happy you did.
Life is getting better
I didn't get a lot of sleep last night because of some tension with my (NOW) ex- business partner Sarah. We started a company for that I came up with the name, the product to sell and got our only sales to date. And, to take pressure off her I had started painting mason jars. But that was not enough for her---
Yesterday, she called me to tell me I was lazy and that she was doing all the work on the products. Yes, I said--YOU ARE THE ARTIST. So, she wanted more than 50 percent, so yes I gave her more--I would take 40 percent.
We had decided to do our first craft fair this Sunday. But after finding out she doesn't need a sales and use business account she (and her husband) decided that I was too lazy and I had to be cut out of the business. Thank Heavens she is a Christian, cause this could have gotten ugly.
But, I'm Grateful that I was cut out of the business. I didn't like the way she was spending money and then would call up and say I owe half of this or that. Its a good thing that she decided to pull the plug. I don't have to wake up at 5;30 am this Sunday, and I don't have to deal with Sarah as a "boss." anymore.
I am truly grateful for this moment of clarity. I am also glad that one of my friends told me that I'm "not lazy, you just weren't into it."
I will miss painting the mason jars and lunches that Sarah made were terrific--but I'm glad that this part of my life is over.
I look forward to my new adventures in life with a different attitude. Because during the texts, I realized how GRATEFUL I was. She is buying me out!!!
Im grateful for...
A few months ago I read The Magic by the same woman who wrote The Secret. Wow, everyone needs to go out and buy this book--it is changing my life for the best---Oh wow oh wow is all I can say.
Every morning (most mornings) when I wake up I either write 10 things I'm grateful for, or say them in my head. Mostly it's my health, my family, my friends, air conditioning (or heat) or electricity and then it's just people who are helping me move into a new exciting decorating business. It's on etsy and it's called Lost and Loved Décor and I've partnered with my cousin Sarah who is a fabulous artist, as well as chef. She will bribe me with delicious lunches and I'm over her house in an instant to paint or shop at Goodwill.
Now, please go to etsy and look for our shop. You will be glad you did. I promise you. Have a wonderful week--and remember to be grateful--you get more!
Its been a month and where did the time go?
My last post was over a month ago and what a HOT, Sweaty month it has been. First, after my neighbors left I had to mow my lawn again. But I was very lucky, my neighbor left me the lawnmower and one day when it was under 90, I mowed my front and back lawn. It took less than 20 minutes and I was one big sweaty mess. I do not like to sweat-ever. So for the past 10 years I've had hot flashes due to (early) menopause; breast cancer drugs (now) and my thyroid. It's all about the sweat.
Dealing with all of this has made me adapt at having to calm my sweat. Open the fridge and grab the fake ice and place on back of neck. Instant cool. This is the only thing that has worked in a while.
Heard about the neck wrap that you wet with water or sweat and it keeps your body temp down...but it dries out quickly and you have to snap it to get it to work. Sometimes my snap is off. It works, but my fake ice is better.
Today maybe the last day for 90's in CT. Lets home. My air conditioner needs a break and I miss wearing PJs and having a fire in the fire place. Bring on the snow!!!