Dear Monsieur Toilette,
Ah my old friend, it seems we will be renewing our intimate acquaintance. I can't say I'm glad about this. Please understand however, when I am scowling into your porcelain visage, it is not you who is making my stomach turn. You have indeed been a faithful servant during my times of multiplied need. My morning visits have been most foul, and I'm certain my many night time interruptions were not entirely welcome. But you sit stoically, and quietly. Doing your duty when I must do mine. You have taken so much crap from me, and still you remain. Constantly there for me. Always available in my hour, moment, err.... second after second of immediate need. I thank you in advance for the many times I will call upon you to hold me up over the next several months. I know I can count on you.
Sincerely,
Madonna with Child (Again)
August 12, 2010
August 9, 2010
She's BAAA-AAACK!
It's been a long time since I've posted. Saying I've been busy would be both inaccurate and an understatement. Inaccurate, because some days I don't feel like I've done ANYTHING of significant value (and yes, I do realize just being a Mommy is totally significant... but there are days... you know you have them), and an understatement because other days feel so crazy and nutty I'm surprised I've survived.
I feel a tad bit chagrined when I look at my last post. I was so enthusiastic about sewing my first dress and a matching one for Mia. I washed, dried, and folded the fabric. End of story. Now, it's getting so close to fall which is QUICKLY followed by winter here in Alaska, and I'm debating whether or not to even tackle the dress until next spring when Amelia can actually get a few uses out of her version. Maybe I could make a long sleeved version. I'm also beginning to think my fabric would make AMAZINGLY cute pajama shorts... hmm.... or a nightie... hmmm again.
I have made a couple of things here and there. I whipped this changing pad cover and wipes case up for a dear friend.
I made a soft, taggie ball for Miss Amelia, which resulted in two more being made for sweet friends.
And I have started a pile of 30 cloth wipes which is still waiting to be finished. I have a hooded towel in the works for one of Brian's co-workers who is a proud new Daddy, and I have terry cloth to make a second changing pad cover for Amelia since ours is ALWAYS in the wash, and vinyl is just not so nice on tiny bottoms.
I also have a large number of starred and bookmarked blog tutorials from other amazing mommas that I would also love to "whip up". So as you can see I'm rather enthusiastic about what I'd LIKE to do, I just have trouble getting myself into the craft room for any serious length of time.
However, today I received some AWESOME motivation in the mail today. Look at this gorgeous fabric!
Brian's aunt sent this to me to make some fall clothes for Amelia. The two on the left are corduroy, and the one on the right is a cotton. I'm taking any and all links to cute baby clothing patterns!!! I'm thinking at least one long sleeved dress, maybe a peasant top, and maybe a romper with long "pants". Any ideas girls?
I feel a tad bit chagrined when I look at my last post. I was so enthusiastic about sewing my first dress and a matching one for Mia. I washed, dried, and folded the fabric. End of story. Now, it's getting so close to fall which is QUICKLY followed by winter here in Alaska, and I'm debating whether or not to even tackle the dress until next spring when Amelia can actually get a few uses out of her version. Maybe I could make a long sleeved version. I'm also beginning to think my fabric would make AMAZINGLY cute pajama shorts... hmm.... or a nightie... hmmm again.
I have made a couple of things here and there. I whipped this changing pad cover and wipes case up for a dear friend.
I made a soft, taggie ball for Miss Amelia, which resulted in two more being made for sweet friends.
And I have started a pile of 30 cloth wipes which is still waiting to be finished. I have a hooded towel in the works for one of Brian's co-workers who is a proud new Daddy, and I have terry cloth to make a second changing pad cover for Amelia since ours is ALWAYS in the wash, and vinyl is just not so nice on tiny bottoms.
I also have a large number of starred and bookmarked blog tutorials from other amazing mommas that I would also love to "whip up". So as you can see I'm rather enthusiastic about what I'd LIKE to do, I just have trouble getting myself into the craft room for any serious length of time.
However, today I received some AWESOME motivation in the mail today. Look at this gorgeous fabric!
August 5, 2010
100 Things
I am stealing this from my dear friend Tara, who blogs over at Tara in Wonderland. She took it from Trendy Treehouse, found HERE.
All of the things I've accomplished are in bold. Care to join us?
1. Started your own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a Band- worship team counts right?
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sang a solo
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown your own vegetables
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitch hiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught yourself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelos David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had your portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Bible
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox- TWICE!
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous
92. Joined a book club
93. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee
100. Read an entire book in one day
All of the things I've accomplished are in bold. Care to join us?
1. Started your own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a Band- worship team counts right?
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than you can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sang a solo
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown your own vegetables
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitch hiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught yourself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelos David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had your portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had your picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Bible
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox- TWICE!
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous
92. Joined a book club
93. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee
100. Read an entire book in one day
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