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I ran across this a couple days ago and thought it was one of the most interesting things I’d read when people talk about marriage.
“Happily ever after is not a fairy tale. It’s a choice.” – from Fawn Weaver
I also think it’s smart – and true. Yes, stuff happens that we can’t control. Yes, there are a zillion outside influences that can hurt (or help) a marriage, or a life. But still – how we decide to react, how we choose to deal with these things – that part is in our control.
And happily ever after is a pretty good goal.
Just some thoughts mid-way toward my anniversary….
We lost a great American, Astronaut John Glenn, on December 8, 2016. He was a hero of mine – and not just because of the 1962 NASA hype (they kind of had to do that). He was a hero because he did what he said was going to do. He did it well. He cared, he took responsibility, and when they benched him from space (see 1962 hype), he kept on going. He served his country as a Senator. And then he bulled and cajoled and figured out a way, and he got back into space at age 77, the oldest American to go out there – so far.
He was just a cool guy. Rest in peace, Colonel Glenn. You’re the best 🙂
Pansy earrings have been among the most popular earrings I’ve made the last few years. I’ve got several styles, in white and pink and purple…. and I’ve got some pretty ones on my new clip on earrings page.
And though I am not supposed to say it, I really like them too 🙂 They’re feminine, they’re big enough to be seen and have a bit of design impact (a bit over 1″ long), but they’re not gaudy and showy. And of course they’re comfy. And since they’re made with lacquered paper, they’re great for that first anniversary gift you guys are looking for.
I think I’ve mentioned this before. Flowers. Jewelry. Paper. First anniversary 😉
Hey everybody, just a quickie – have a safe, happy, fun Fourth of July!
And if you’re not in the U.S. – *still* have a safe, fun and happy Fourth of July 🙂
Don’t get me wrong, we struggle with money like most everybody. We scrape to pay bills, we do without a *lot* (cable is a goner and actually I don’t really miss it. Well, except for Jon Stewart). My car is 6 years old. We just got a used lawn mower. Our fridge is getting ready to die.
But also: we’re rich. I am so not a do-goodie type and I moan and bitch with the best of them.
But: we’ve got running water. And heat – and the spring is coming so early, we’re lucky, we’ve got AC too! I have to watch the food budget all the time but we eat EVERY SINGLE DAY.
We have our own house. Well, us and the bank. I have a sometimes-self-supporting at-home job. My DH has a good job though it’s tough and hard on him. We’ve got trees and grass and two happy dogs. We’re mostly healthy, knock wood.
Did I mention we eat every single day?
You tell me that’s not rich? Ask half the people in this world. More than half. A lot more.
Oh yeah. We’re rich.
Getting off the little soapbox now. But think about it.
Just a tip of the hat to all the dads out there – they’re usually unsung heroes, yknow?
Dad fixing the car – and teaching his kid 🙂
(Photo courtesy of classicvintageautos.com, thank you!)
Happy Dad’s Day next week, guys!
P.S. If you haven’t thought of it yet, go grab a funny card – or send a gift – or make a note to CALL him. It means a lot!
It’s a brand new year! I’m hoping for…
More beach time!
 
I was just looking around for some new (to me) Halloween costume ideas. Something that hasn’t been done to death, something that’s not hard to do, and something FUN.
How about your own Men in Black costume? Like these:
Men in Black Halloween Costume
This link takes you to The Instructables where you’ll find lots of other great costume ideas (makeup too).
And here’s more MiB costumes:
More Men in Black Halloween Costumes
I found this at Coolest Homemade Costumes which has got to be the greatest site ever for costume ideas.
But hey – Men in Black? For one thing, I love the Men in Black movies. And they’re making a new MIB movie right now (or about to start it) so these are going to be “new” again. (and besides, yay, they’re making a new MIB movie!)
This idea works for anybody – men, women, kids. Take a black suit, a white shirt, a tie, the all-important sunglasses and presto: you’re “V”, or “B”, or whatever name you want to use.
Have some fun this Halloween!
I know, there’s a ton of hype and all, and come on, what do I care about cartoon or animated movies? Not so much. But.
Toy Story 3 – read more about it at imdb.com
I have to say it. This is a great movie. This is a movie about toys! How could it be moving, entertaining, gripping, romantic (sometimes), hysterically funny (sometimes), surprisingly sophisticated (sometimes)? But it is!
These guys are GOOD. Not only the actors – even more, the writers, the Pixar staff, the animators, all of them. They made me care. They practically had me on the edge of my seat. I knew the good guys would win, I mean, come on, it’s meant for kids (maybe), and it’s Disney, and it’s about TOYS. The good guys have to win. And they caught me up and all right, maybe there was one tiny tear or two.
Not surprisingly, the cast is terrific – but you knew they would be. Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Michael Keaton – Michael Keaton! wait till you catch his character! Wallace Shawn, Ned Beatty, and I know I’m forgetting some of the good ones. How could they not be good?
It’s really funny. It’s really interesting. It’s really good. Go see it.
Now you know how I love seeing artistic creativity, especially when it’s original work, and especially when it’s budget-friendly. This is fabric creativity, not paper, but it’s right up my alley all the same.
The artist is Kankywompous – see her work here. Her project – that reminds me of Project Runway – was to create a Japanese kimono outfit (kimono, obi and haori) for a small contest on the following Saturday. To find the fabrics, do the cutting and sewing of all the pieces from Wednesday to Friday (night) – and oh yeah, there was a “real” job during that time too – I’m applauding!
And check out the result!
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See the detail:
And they won first place! The artist mentioned, “I started cutting and sewing about 11am Wed and stopped at about 10pm that night with both the Kimono and Obi finished at that point.
The Haori I had less time to work with, as I had work in the morning, so after I got back on Thurs, I started the cutting and sewing of the jacket. The Haori is lined with the same print as the outer layer, but in a brighter color to add a nice pop.
At the event, which is part of a two day CCG Event for Legend of the Five rings, it placed 1st in the costume contest (out of four placings).”
You have to admire that kind of creative rush (and can I add, I absolutely love that lining!)
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