2.for.Tuesday

Today I'm going to share something I've been saving. No laughing allowed. I'm sorry to say that I can't share it as it was meant to be shared and you can't see it as I did because I saved the link wrong and now only have this picture... just know that it was amazing and inspiring and I know I'm a bit odd but... I wish you could have seen it. And don't be surprised if some day you walk into my house and I've taken a sharpie to my walls. The only thing holding me back is this: How would I ever explain to my children (who already have issues with wall art) that it's okay for me to draw over an entire room but it isn't okay for *I* to write the name of every room on it's light switch cover. Or for *A* to draw a treasure map on the laundry room wall. There is no answer to that problem. And so I am stuck. Dreaming of what I would draw on my walls... If only I could.

one: I saw this through design*sponge quite a while ago. I've been saving it. And I apologize for lack of more. I wish I could find it again. I do, I do... I FOUND IT! Go here.

two: You know how much I like Andrea (aka: Hula Seventy). And maybe you know how much I like to make lists. Well, Andrea made a list. I want you to make a list too. You can take pictures if you want. Go here to Simple Lovely to see Andrea's list. Let me know when you're done so I can see your lists too. I'll get mine up ASAP. Promise.

Enjoy the Journey!

2.for.Tuesday

Yep... I should change the name of my blog... or at least come up with something else that will keep me committed... Anywhoo... today I'm going to share two things I'm way super excited about. Because I need them. Did I say need? Maybe just want... No, I really need the chalkboard. I'm on the lookout for a great frame. Maybe *B* will just have to build me one. Maybe.

one: the chalkboard. It's cute. It's magnetic. It's from Design*Sponge. Go there and they will tell you how to do it yourself. You all need one.

two: Coco's Bobble Dress. Isn't it the cutest? Maybe Coco is just super cute. I don't care. I will be making one of these for the girl. She can wear it when she's... oh, two I think. It's a perfect age. Not playing outside without supervision but walking exclusively. Walking is a definite must. It's crocheted (which, in my humble opinion, is ever so much easier to grasp than knitting) and thanks to my Grandma's patience on numerous occasions at various different ages I think I've got a decent foundation of basics. I can stumble through from there. Intrepid? Yes. + I'm working on finding the right med that will help me actually finish it (as opposed to just starting it...do you think if I put glitter and sequins on the stuff I haven't finished it will get my attention? Just a thought... ooh, sparkly). Oh yeah, the dress is from The Purl Bee.

hee hee!

enjoy the journey!

2.for.Tuesday

Hello, hello! It's Tuesday again! I'm still stuck in Valentine's Day mode so you get more Valentine's Day type stuff...

one: Paper Dolls. I love paper dolls! My grandma had some (and I think I may have had some at one point though not necessarily this particular kind). These ones are vintage... real vintage (from the early 50's). Not 1980's vintage! I think that if you print them smaller - maybe two pages per sheet sized - in my mind they will be the perfect size to fit into the little purse from last week (or was it the week before...). That would complete the perfect little girl valentine. Yes it would. I found these on flickr. The link is the search results... Besty McCall paper dolls. ENJOY! two: Another banner. This one was made by Kara (... I used to be cool like Kara... and because I can't seem to get enough of online classes/inspiration + she's super cool, I'm going to be taking her "life story" class next week. I think it's hilarious that I'm taking a class about documenting your life story from a 16 year old... Yes, she's that cool), for Hambly Studios. I am definitely making one. It's not just Valentine's day this week... it's also *B*s happy birthday. He's getting pretty old. I'm trying to figure out something fun to do for him and it's just not happening. I thought maybe a party but there would be a whole lot of important people missing. We'll probably just end up doing the traditional standby: Pier 49 pizza. He did say I could get him a cupcake from 25 Main. Yum! So... I'm thinking I'll make the cards used in the banner add up to his age. Even though they're painted over you can still tell what they are + what their value is. I think that would be a fun little addition. The boys would get a kick out of adding up the numbers too.

Go ahead and make something fun today!

Enjoy the Journey!

2.for.Tuesday

I am struggling. I don't know why. That said, I feel like I've made a promise to do this and I'm trying my best to keep it going. Hopefully you enjoy the things I've found for you this week. I've got Valentine's Day on the brain lately. Trying to share things that are simple... one: Another goodie from Martha. A super simple valentine that is cute to boot. I looked at it and thought it would be more fun if it were more personalized and, being me, I planned what I could change to make it better. But... why? It's cute and easy just the way it is. two: A party garland from The Purl Bee. A great way to use up those fabric scraps. This one would be easy and quick to pull together. The cutting would take a little time, but not a lot. I'm thinking that if I decided to take *B* up on his fishing trip offer I'll cut them out on the drive. I'm also thinking that I would add some hearts in the mix. I just might make this a permanent fixture in the girl's room. Have fun and enjoy the journey.

2.for.Tuesday

Sorry! Missed a week there didn't I... well, I'm back and I've got something super fun to share! I think those of you with little girls (and those of you with little girl hearts) will love this. I love this!

one: It's a Kelly Purse from Hermes . Go there and get the pattern + fill it with fun goodies for Valentine's Day, or any day for that matter... who wouldn't love a cute little purse filled with fun goodies? And... since I've not fulfilled my obligations with the whole Christmas card thing and the giveaway never happened there either (seeing as how I never made the sleigh, though my intentions were good) I will be giving away this little paper purse filled with fun goodies to the lucky winner because "purse-onally, I think you rock!"... leave a message after the beep...

ps. to get the pattern just click on the very colorful purse on the main page it will zoom in and give you nine different purse options. Choose the one you like + click "I want it". A window will pop up with your pattern and instructions. If you choose the plain white one you can print it on the patterned paper of your choice or color it or paint it or whatever... enjoy!

two: meringue shaped hearts from Martha. I've always wanted to try to make meringue shapes and fill them with pudding ( I had that at a wedding once and L.O.V.E.D it). She also does meringue bones at halloween... that is something I've really wanted to try but that will have to wait for another day... unless I do them for valentine's "No bones about it, I think your great!" I know, I know, I'm a total nerd and super cheesy but that's why you love me! So... the link has a video demonstration and also the recipe/directions.

So, enjoy the journey!

2.for.Tuesday

Last week as I sat waiting in the Dr.'s office I browsed through an old issue of Martha Stewart Living. Can I tell you how I wish that magazine was delivered to my door every month. The photography is awesome and the projects (while I would rarely, if ever, finish one if I were to start it) are equally as awesome. In this particular issue they had an article about knitting and I fell in love with two of the projects and had to hunt them down. Here they are for your viewing enjoyment and if you're a knitter (or even just an ambitious beginner like me) the links will take you to the how-to's. Enjoy!

one: fingerless mittens. I immediately fell in love with these, and in my mind the instructions were totally do-able. I want to make these. As a bonus and extra incentive *I* came home from school yesterday saying he wanted some gloves that covered the hand but left the fingers open. I was positively giddy. I asked him why... where did he see something like that? He said his friend Michael has some and they're "awesome". He then informed me that they are motorcycle gloves so I'm sure that what I have in mind and what he has in mind are totally different, but I will pretend like I don't know that!

two: knitted neck scarf. I love the short "driving scarf" look to this. I want one. The scarf I knit a few years ago, while cute and warm, is bulky and so not feminine. This is a feminine scarf. It's cute and classy. If you look closely it isn't tied. One end tucks through a hole (maybe a button-hole concept). It looks a little more difficult in the instructions, but have no fear... I, the intrepid crafter, will go right ahead and bumble through it anyway (at least I'd like to try).

And there you have it. The two most recent things I've tucked away in the back of my mind to call to me.

Enjoy the Journey!

About A Girl

Really, it's all about a girl feeling good about herself. I want to feel good about myself. I stepped on the scale yesterday a.m. for the first time in a long time. I've been really afraid to take that step and well... it was with good reason. 200 stinking lbs. argh! We were visiting the in-laws and all of the "I can't gain weight" challenged guys are comparing weight and how much they don't weigh and I'm sitting there thinking, "I'm probably right up there with you." I didn't know it then, but it was sadly, all too true... I thought I was just being pessimistic. So it is with good reason that I start on this journey anew. It's just so danged hard! On a different note (and yet probably the same one)... The psychiatrist had a cancellation and they got me in earlier than planned. I went yesterday. ADHD confirmed. Anxiety confirmed. Reoccurring depressive episodes confirmed. + some other stuff that I can't remember (one of them had something to do with my... habit?... of seeing terrible things happening in my head is, in fact, not normal. It is truly, as *B* puts it, disturbing). On a happy note my OCD tendencies were not so severe as to warrant me getting to "claim" that one. It sounds terrible, I know, but the appointment went really well and we were actually laughing quite a bit of the time. I think I'll like the new Doc. I was hesitant to go because I'm nursing the girl and I figured that it would just be a waste of money and lead to frustration at not being able to do anything, but... hey, there are drugs out there that can be taken while nursing. Whoop! And, for those of you who are in the know. My "intolerance" to Adderall (a stimulant for ADHD) is because of my anxiety. Apparently you don't give stimulants to people with anxiety disorders. Who knew? Anyways... I guess it's all connected. I'll get me figured out one of these days! Enjoy the Journey!