We’ve been busy working in the warehouse, so apologies for neglecting the embellishments.
In the meantime, I would like to introduce you to Tony Fontana. He thinks he is an action figure, and so he shall be.
He’s been hanging around, keeping an eye on the office, while Bubba and I have been shipping out dishes. I should be back to the enjoyable duties of embellishments by Monday, thanks for hanging in there with me. michele
Sam Adams cap quilt by myc
After five wonderful courses of food, accompanied by 5 varieties of Samuel Adams beer, I made my self an adorable little rememberance. Sam Adams bottle caps on hand painted fabrics, tied up with ribbon.
Those of us in attendance at the Samuel Adams dinner, (see post on August 13, 2008) were lucky enough to taste and vote on two new Sam’s brews: a coffee stout and a blackberry witbier. The blackberry was delicious, but I have had the opportunity to enjoy fruity beers already. The coffee flavor was strong and unusual, so I voted for the coffee. If you have an similar event in your area, I recommend you sign up, although accompanying dinners are atypical. Take along good people that don’t mind if you burp a little.
Thank you to the lovely servers at the Summit and the Sam Adams’ rep for collecting the bottle caps for me. Though they kept laughing and shaking their heads – “you won’t sleep under a bottle cap quilt, will you?” this asked in horror and disdain. I would if I were a wee 7 inches tall. michele
Play hookie one day this week? Bake some cookies and give half of them away? Make your holiday gift list now? Make all of your holiday gifts this year?
why not?
Buy a new box of crayons, if only for the smell? Find a photo of an old friend and go crazy with a photoshop type program, print it out and send it to them with a quick handwritten note?
Open up the wine you reserved for company and enjoy it with a self pampering night of indulgence?
Say, “what the heck” and try that new art technique you just read about?
Write down 5 excuses for why you didn’t…
koi pond
Sis and Bro enjoying the koi pond at Anonymous A.P.’s before the terrifying trek of So. California freeways. Click on the photo to see the continuing photo album of the Sibs Long Beach trip.
I have found
I have given into the cure, Tylenol PM. This is not an endorsement. Seek professional advice for your own situation. peace, michele
Jack has gotten into the spirit of the Olympics and has been practicing his Chair gymnastics. The emotion, grit and determination on his face as he begins his routine is spectacular and unmatched. Please click on the first photo to see it for yourself (continue clicking on the upper right area for “next” photo). His relief at a brilliant routine accomplished flawlessly is felt by all who view the final photo.
Bravo little Olympian, bravo.
no control
Bad food, bad food, whatchu gonna do?
Whatchu gonna do when it calls for you?
Metabolism gettin no brea-aks,
Sugar levels gettin no breaks
Cholesterol gettin no breaks…
Bad food, bad food, whatchu gonna do….
My imagination is going haywire. I don’t know what has gotten into me. For the last 2 years, I’ve been so freaked by the economy, I’ve tried to prepare my emotions for the worst – losing my beloved home.
Since the post on August 9th, 2008, I’ve dreamed of fixing up my decor, not to sell my home, but to live joyfully in it. Paint, lighting, new flooring, built in cubbie holes to display art and collections, and trick doors to hide the basement stairs. Plus I want to enjoy the sweat and toil (and pain) put into my new deck.
I want the magic. love (and sweat equity – and watching too much HGTV in the painting room) michele
Our Grande Dame matriarch, grandmámá, is treating the females of our local family to tasty goodness tonight: a multi-course Sam Adams Beer Dinner. Five courses of seasonal and exalted brews perfectly paired with food. Ooh, are you jealous? I’m sorry you cannot join us. That would be fun.
To prepare for the over stuffing, I’ve eaten nothing but green beans for lunch. Okay, I did eat a lot of pizza for breakfast/brunch, but that’s nitpicking.
Yes, I have a coffee mug button on the collage instead of a pilsner, but there will be eating, and merriment, and perhaps a cup of coffee when my belly and I get home. If you are in the Denver, Colorado area, the Aurora Summit also has wine dinners. love (and hops) michele
Warning shameless eyembellishments store plug coming up next…6 new ceramic button sets available in our EyEmbellishment store.
Hello Beautiful, you know who you are:
The one that picks up trash in the parking lot, and hold doors open for little old ladies, and anyone with struggles.
Occasionally lets the person in line behind you, with only one item, go ahead of you.
You mowed your neighbor’s lawn, when they were sick, and picked up groceries for a friend.
You are forgiving and kind and generous.
You helped to push a stranger’s car or change a tire, and helped a stray dog get home.
You make a martini, grilled cheese sandwiches, or mash potatoes when someone needs a pick-me up.
You give attention and love to the ugly dogs and cats as well as the pretty ones.
You make dinner and homemade birthday cakes.
You recycle and conserve. You are all beautiful. love, gratitude, michele
The Sibs, Sis and Bro, and their creation Frankie Uber-Navigator, center – with compass ball on his head, had successfully reached Anonymous A.P.’s lovely home in Chino Hills. After the splendor of the Rocky Mountain’s western slope and it’s fresh produce, and the austere beauty of the desert, they enjoyed this sunset. Quiet time before set-up at the Long Beach Convention Center’s 1st International Quilt Festival at that venue.
Click on the sunset picture to see the first installment of their road trip photo album. There will a couple more albums featured on upcoming Sundays. I still giggle each time I view these. I hope you enjoy them as much. love and frivolity. michele and the Sibs.
Imagine romance, or solitude, peace of mind, angel food cake? Cleansing the palate of over stimulation?
I realized I must be, when I was drawn to this collage card recently. Because it is monochromatic, or the soft wisps of fiber containing the creamy hearts, so they don’t fly away? I don’t know, but it makes me wonder if it is time to paint over the red bedroom walls to a soothing taupe.
All new! No more repeats. It’s hard to feel prickly anticipation when you already know what ghosts are going to make themselves known. It feels like a year since Travel Channel had new shows of Most Haunted on Friday nights. I’m so excited, I’m geeking out!
It’s been a while since they’ve tried a Ouija board, lately it’s been rock throwing. Regardless of what happens this year, I get to indulge my little crush on Karl Beattie (don’t tell Yvette – remember when she mocked that love lorn ghost for Karl’s return? so sad). So grab a pizza and make a night of it. Derek Acorah (love him? hate him?) even has a show on following MH. Tune in, have fun.
They have scampered out of the kiln, stacked themselves neatly and are awaiting to be glazed. You lovely cat people out there, the finished ceramic cat buttons are coming in a couple of days, waiting to be used in all of your creative endeavors. Thank you for your patience. michele
After eeking out a minimum of work yesterday, I hit the wall. Went home in the middle of the day and slept 4 hours. Dragged myself up to eat and some minor chores and back to bed around 11pm.
I felt icky enough to indulge myself, and so glad I did. I was actually human and productive today.
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