turning the corner

i think i am turning a corner finally
i am thinking happy lovely thoughts again
i am making plans and dreaming again

i have 2 classes coming up for sewing
a dress and a skirt!
and i have a beautiful family

future plans include the long awaited play room
and a superhero bedroom for Brockie

today is today

i am not trying to be all philosophical but its true
today is just that
we can make it whatever we want
today is today and tomorrow will be fresh and new

here is my new project inspiration

doily lampshade from the blog a beautiful mess

10 years ago today.......

......was my first date with joe
wow
lucky lucky me
here we are today
i am truly blessed
all pics by sandy marak

my reading list

here are some of the things I am reading
or wish to read in the future
i read jane eyre many years ago but i am revisiting the classics

future lovelies

here are some future craft endeavors I will be embarking on in the near future
i try to inspire myself with beautiful thoughts about the future
especially when things get hard or lonely

the kite tutorial is from the blog doecdoe
the crochet blanket pattern is from etsy
the star shawl is from my new book austentatious crochet
(a book inspired by jane austen)

vintage etsy

i love thrifting
i love the adventure of finding unique and pretty clothes
and decorative pieces and books for my home
i love etsy because it is like an online thrift store
here are some of my recent finds i am pondering for purchase
the last two I actually bought (for a steal)
vintage is my new favorite hobby

brockie is 4

holy dolphins batman you are 4!
happy birthday Brockie!
we love you to the moon and back!
you are a blessing to our family!