tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9121731851123500422024-03-13T13:05:06.695-04:00My Daily Dose of CrazyBehind the scenes and up close and personal with my growing family. DIY fun, life hacks, recipes and the all the other craziness life brings us. Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.comBlogger196125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-71480131591003788562018-07-02T09:42:00.000-04:002018-07-02T10:10:19.478-04:00Uggg... the BUGS!I love being outside, but I hate, hate, hate BUGS! This past weekend we had a graduation/18th Birthday party for the #SupermanturnedHulk and the bugs were party crashers for sure! I bought a large supply of those little bug bands that you can put on your wrist or ankle, AND we made a few batches of homemade bug spray.<br />
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I'm much more likely to spray this stuff on myself 100 times than use the outdoor chemically stuff even once! I can not stand the way it feels on my skin, I don't like the smell and I hate the fact that I will need to shower it off before climbing into bed!<br />
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<i>UHHHH.. I realized after the fact that the picture was taken before the labels made their way on the bottles! </i></div>
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The lil bean and I found several recipes on Pinterest and at her age now I just turned her loose with making them. She did a great job and they got plenty of use! I'm including a few links here just in case you decide you want to try this for yourself. <i>Using these links doesn't cost you anything, they are just my personal preferences and if they are used I may receive a few pennies in my piggy bank. </i><br />
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Here is a <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/35114072075495347/" target="_blank">link to the recipe</a> we used, I like the smell of this one the best and it is fairly simple to remember how many drops of each oil!<br />
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I bought the cute little blue <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013SJ41AE/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=myfancyfinds-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B013SJ41AE&linkId=d0e26f3f652e4c90200f5c4aaa65b18f" target="_blank">bottles</a> on Amazon, I think you can find them in brown as well. They are glass so you have to be a little careful, but we have dropped them several times without ever breaking one.<br />
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You can also grab labels <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019FBOKWI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=myfancyfinds-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B019FBOKWI&linkId=6bce1f07f0ec1e9b4eeca8ac4ae69cde" target="_blank">there</a>, they have plenty to choose from. I have used these in the past and I have also just used my silhouette to cut some from vinyl. Really just depends on how much effort you want to put into it.<br />
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And in full disclosure, I am a doTerra preferred customer and am sharing the link associated with my own personal page. <i style="font-weight: bold;">(I have used many different types of oils and prefer these. I signed up personally for the discount... I like to save a few pennies here and there!!) </i>You can purchase your<a href="http://my.doterra.com/heatherbuhaj" target="_blank"> own set of oils</a> for this recipe, again, this is just my preferred brand.<br />
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<b><i>It's another scorcher here today and its about time to start managing the Crazy around here... Hope you have a great one, and if you decide to try this recipe, let me know! </i></b></div>
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<b><i>XOXO ~ Heather </i></b></div>
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<br />Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-53966558246549515082015-04-05T12:38:00.000-04:002015-04-05T12:38:36.810-04:00<img id="yui_3_16_0_1_1428249928189_45583" src="http://design-seeds.com/palettes/12/SpringHues3.png" /><br />
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This beautiful collection of hues arrived in my inbox this morning (and probably many of yours). I love everything about it.. These are the colors I prefer for Easter, not necessarily the bubble gum pinks and neon yellows! <br />
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This is the first time I haven't been with all my children for a holiday - I am not a fan of this. So today, I have taken the time to regroup a little. I wrote a few notes to people who were on my mind, had a mimosa with my mother, lounged...and PINned a lot of new things. <br />
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I hope that you are having a wonderful, relaxing Easter Sunday filled with great memories! Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-36989740672340108002015-03-30T13:07:00.001-04:002015-03-30T13:07:48.002-04:00My Goodness! How times have changed... it has been 2 years since my last blog post and soooo much has changed! <br />
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I have thought many times about starting my blog up again, and now I am just going to jump out there and do it. The same way I do every thing else... lol. <br />
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This blog will be reinvented a bit. It will still be about my crazy journey through life, but it will include a few more tips and tricks that I have found helpful in my current lifestyle. Such as DIY, Coupons, Design or redesign on a budget, Budgeting, my décor style, being a single mama, finding some peace in life... <br />
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Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-74439338785124897772013-03-12T08:44:00.000-04:002015-03-30T13:36:44.996-04:00Cute Easter Tute<div style="text-align: center;">
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Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-59270583197633020032013-03-11T15:47:00.002-04:002015-03-30T13:48:15.267-04:00Monday Morning dues...and Insta RecapI feel like some Monday mornings I have to pay the dues of a great weekend! There is always laundry that needs to be done and "stuff" that needs to be coordinated...and in this house, NOBODY likes to wake up! lol...<br />
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Baseball season has started...so of course we have a broken bone on a kid and now he is sporting a lovely new Carolina blue cast! </div>
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My kids made fun of me for looking so "rough" one day when we were "supposed" to be having a Snow storm....I was taking advantage of the 'no need to leave the house' . Since they were so troubled, I decided it best to post it on the Internet and tag them in it.... </div>
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Next day, I needed a touch of Spring so I wore this lovely little necklace that I bought in the cutest <a href="http://www.ellicottcity.net/business/historic_ellicott_city/a_journey_from_junk/" target="_blank">boutique in Ellicott City</a>! </div>
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Saturday Morning...Scrimmage...Sibling Love!!</div>
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This was their very first scrimmage! </div>
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Because <b><i>pictures</i></b> bring me GREAT joy..</div>
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Diesel's first official haircut...</div>
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Baby Lil Waiting for the big kids to get home...</div>
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Sunday was beautiful! Sun was shining...made me think of the beach. Can't wait to put my toes in the sand again. Available<a href="http://www.myfancyfinds.com/" target="_blank"> here....</a><br />
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Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-23723281334204628372013-02-20T08:46:00.002-05:002013-02-20T08:46:41.771-05:00Wednesday WhimsyI seem to be little over the top about Owls lately...as is the rest of the world! They add a nice little touch of whimsy to my little life...Here are a few cuties I have found for my house!<br />
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I am giving away this lovely pair of earrings, just in time for the holiday's. They will be perfect with many holiday outfits!<br />
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Happy Thanksgiving! I hope your day is filled with Love, Laughter, Good Food and Good People!</div>
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I have been reading posts all month about what everyone is thankful for, and while I haven't participated in the daily "Thanks"giving, I do have plenty to be thankful for!</div>
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I am most thankful for my children, my family - my faux family, my home, my creativity, my ADD and the ability to multitask, the good and bad of every day life. The food that will fill our bellies today and everyday. My new job and all that is brings to my life, daily!</div>
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Happy Thanksgiving!! </div>
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We have been to the beach again, had birthday's and baseball tournaments in the DOG DAYS OF Summer heat, Fished, Crabbed, endured a CRAZY power outage, held a Craft-tastic Art Camp, and enjoyed a few Lazy Day's of Summer! I'd say we've had an active summer! <br />
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XOXO</div>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-60995852914754580102012-06-20T10:37:00.003-04:002012-06-20T10:37:45.507-04:00Mini Vaca and Blog BreakI took the kids to the beach for a little 2 day Mini Vacation. It was fun! A lot less packing and lugging with a 2 day trip! Its amazing how much 'less' stuff you need than you actually take! <br />
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See you in a few days!!!</div>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-84177952594889905142012-06-14T12:02:00.000-04:002012-06-14T12:02:40.495-04:0020 days of CrazyIt has been 20 days since my last post...sounds like I belong at a meeting....<br />
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Within those 20 days, I have had: Broken bones, Awards Ceremonies, Baseball tournaments, Hospital stays, Formal Dances, Art show debut's, Birthdays, Concerts, and a Death to keep me busy. Quite frankly...most of those took place within a 4 day span! <br />
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My GORGEOUS, BEAUTIFUL, SWEET....AMAZING daughter turned 16 last week. I planned a surprise party - actually 2 surprises - for her and managed to pull them both off without her KNOWING anything! It was awesome!!!!<br />
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This child has brought me so much joy, frustration and love. I can't even begin to share with you how much she has made grow as a parent and a adult. I was a baby in the real world myself when I had her...22! Freshly married and still trying to make EVERYTHING perfect! We have grown together over the past 16 years. <br />
I thought she was the most beautiful baby I had ever seen, and I still think she is beautiful! Gorgeous.... from the inside of her heart to the beautiful blonde hair!<br />
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My Grandfather passed away, 20 days short of his 87th Birthday.</div>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-66826909393972943512012-05-25T09:00:00.000-04:002012-05-25T09:00:10.406-04:00Life is Precious, Pay attention!<em>In response to the challenge put out there from </em><a href="http://www.funkyvintagekitchenblog.com/" target="_blank"><em>Funky Vintage Lovely's</em></a><em> blog, I mentioned that I would share a story with you. <strong>This is an example of how our actions as drivers can affect the lives and futures of others. Even if it doesn't affect their life. I mean...in April's story, the old lady didn't even realize she had hit someone!</strong> I have always been a crazy lady about Car Safety! After all, I did fall out of a car when I was 6! There are NO quick trips without a car seat or seat belt in my opinion! I am NOT a perfect driver, and I had in the past been guilty of some of the same indiscretions that April described, maybe even worse?? Not anymore!</em> <br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Her Ride pulled in the driveway * She had mentioned that she had a sore throat * I asked her what time lunch was that day (they have rotating schedules that I can't keep up with...) I would bring her some soup * She gave me a kiss goodbye * I looked at the clock; it was 6:35 AM</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">On the other end was my daughter, in hysterics. She is not a 'hysterics' kinda girl. She was talking so fast I could barely understand her. She finally choked out to "come to the end of the neighborhood, we've been in an accident"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">My heart stopped beating and then I turned and bolted for the front door. Luckily I had the sense to go put on actual clothes. <em>Something told me I better change out of pink PJ pants! </em>I got dressed in seconds. My boys started to wake up. I told them to not leave the house until I got back. Their baby sister was still sleeping and I needed to find out what had happened to Bree. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This is what I saw...it was all I could do to remember to put my car in park before jumping out. My Daughter was in the backseat of this car, in the seat behind the passenger. Everyone was still in the car at the time, and the entire trunk was jammed into the backseat. The front of the car was wedged under the jeep in front of them, and the driver of the car Bree was in wasn't able to get out of the vehicle. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">There was debris everywhere...it was dark and misting this annoying rain. It was SURREAL... I honestly thought for a minute I was dreaming. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Missed out on the rest of her volleyball season. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Spent 3 months under the care of a Neurologist and her Pediatrician for the concussion.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Spent 5 months in Physical Therapy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">And now, at 15 has a permanent back injury.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Still to this day has flashbacks. </span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">And, All in ALL...she walked away a VERY BLESSED girl!</span></strong> </div>
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<strong>The driver of the other vehicle. </strong></div>
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<strong>A 43 year old woman...DRUNK at 6:30 in the morning!</strong></div>
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<strong>Blood Alcohol Count: .21..... legal limit: .08</strong></div>
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<strong>BAC taken 2 hours after the accident occurred</strong></div>
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<em>Caused a 4 car accident, involving 9 people. 4 of them under the age of 16</em></div>
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<strong>Punishment: 60 days in jail</strong>. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">PAY ATTENTION! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Be a <em>better</em> - more <em>responsible</em> role model for those you love and for those you don't even know!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: large;">Like the guy on his bike in FKL post, my daughter was just going about her business and someone else almost took her life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: large;">We preach to our children to NOT drink and drive. NOT get in a car with a driver who has been drinking. NOT text and drive. NOT eat, put makeup on, play with the radio, etc...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: large;">BUT - what do we do to walk that walk???</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: large;">I know what I have done to change. I can only hope that others will follow suit! </span></div>
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Along with my plea to be "better" behind the wheel, here is my 2 cents on just being present with our kids... </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Both before and after the accident, I have had many conversations with other Mom's and friends about my choice to get up with my older kids in the morning...after all "it's so early..."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">AT 15 my daughter doesn't 'need' me to get up with her in the morning. She doesn't 'need' me to make her breakfast or her lunch. She is an independent girl...all my kids are. I have two in Middle school and they are also capable of getting up, dressed and fed on their own. Heck, my Kindergartner probably doesn't even need me in the morning! lol...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">That makes no difference to me...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I need to know that I have laid eyes on my kids before they leave me in the morning (or any time really). I need them to know and hear me say; I love you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">In 2 minutes I could have lost my daughter</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">I would not be able to live with myself if that had happened and I was snoozing just because I wanted an extra hour or so of sleep.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">And believe me I could USE IT!!! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">Some mornings we don't even really talk...sometimes its just a grunt or two before coffee! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;">But they know I am there...and they know when they leave (even if it isn't a perfect morning)that I LOVE THEM!</span></div>
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I hope you have a safe and happy Friday! </div>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-84455067341784032132012-05-24T09:15:00.000-04:002012-05-24T09:15:32.118-04:00Linked<div align="center">
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This is an important subject to me as well...I couldn't agree more with her idea and challenge!</div>
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So, I am challenging you to play along too...</div>
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Tomorrow I am going to share a very personal and "REAL" story with you as to why <strong><em>I </em></strong>feel so strongly about this type of thing.</div>
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Happy Thursday! I am going to do a little treasure hunting with my Lil' today...no school for Kindergarten today! It will be like old times!</div>
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I am linking to Jeanne Oliver's <a href="http://jeanneoliverdesigns.com/blog/2012/05/23/i-will-show-you-mine-if-you-will-show-me-yours-3/" target="_blank">"I'll show you mine, if you show me yours..."</a></div>
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Well...I don't have pictures of what I wore all week because I apparently wore the same crummy clothes all week and it is embarrassing! Example of my wardrobe crisis....I had a clothes pin in my hair all day yesterday and the only person who seemed to notice was the Senator! At dinner! <br />
I also like to be comfortable at home and I also ALWAYS change right when I come home. I hate to wear my "good" clothes around the house....all though after this little trip down memory lane, I'm not sure I have any good clothes! I only get "dressed" to run errands....I guess I really didn't leave the house that much last week! <br />
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I wore these pants at least 2 days...probably more...they are my favorite pair and the only pair that fit me comfortably anymore!<br />
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I wore this attractive pair of pants probably 4 days...I change into them when I am going to "work" in my craft room or on any projects. Since I have that show coming up in two weeks I'm working A LOT! So....I might have worn them more than 4 times....gross!<br />
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Here are a few outfits I wish I wore....</div>
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This is about the perfect Running Errands outfit for me....<br />
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Alright...well that was fun! lol...I think I am going to go shopping now.... Happy Wednesday!Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-23421788209685317532012-05-22T14:19:00.002-04:002012-05-22T14:19:33.237-04:00Tute Tute TuesdayI LOVE cupcakes...I really really do...<br />
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I am missing my weekly batch of cupcakes that I usually make...replacing our oven has become a little more extensive than we realized it would be! Like needing a mini kitchen remodel to get it replaced! I personally am FREAKING out about it...its been forever!<br />
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OK..back to Cupcakes....I have been craving them so I thought I would find a few fun cupcake tutorials for you. Going Old School...not even using Pinterest! haha...<br />
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First I found this beauty! Wouldn't you flip if someone gave you this! I would! It is beautiful!! This is made by a talented lady named <a href="http://frommycraftroom.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Norma</a>...never met her but that is lovely work! Her blog, From My Craft Room, looks like it is mainly paper craft lovelies! Which I do love....<br />
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I made this cute little cupcake headband for Lily. She LOVES cupcakes too and she also has several outfits that have a cupcake theme. I like to accessorize you know....<br />
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For MINE I didn't do the base part of either tutorial because I was using mine as a headband....<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Baby Geese are everywhere! Usually we don't like the geese in the yard because they Poo everywhere, but...when they have little babies we are a little more lenient. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">It was a gaggle of geese parade! Three sets of Mama & Daddy with their babies, all different ages.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">One set, lost one of their 3. I was there on Tuesday and they had 3 little ones and by Thursday, only 2...sad. </span></div>
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This poor Mama was down 5!! She started with 10....sad....</div>
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Trying to get ready for the art guild show....I have SO MUCH to do...</div>
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~Heather</div>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-20092797578585392572012-05-17T13:18:00.000-04:002012-05-17T13:18:06.526-04:00Sketch, Etch, Solder<div align="center">
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I am not kidding, I was walking around my house today repeating it in my head!</div>
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Baseball is still running my life, and with it being National Police Week in D.C. it makes my life a wee bit crazier than usual! </div>
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I am working on a new collection that I will be featuring in the upcoming Muddy Creek Artist Guild Show the first three days in June.</div>
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Feeling a little pressure...it's my first showing with them....</div>
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While I was sketching, so was Lily...this has to be the funniest thing I have seen in ages! I'm sure my oldest daughter isn't going to agree...you can decide for yourself! </div>
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That's Phonetic spelling of "Bree in her Bathing Suit"....</div>
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I'm tagging along to <a href="http://jeanneoliverdesigns.com/blog/2012/05/16/i-will-show-you-mine-if-you-will-show-me-yours-2/" target="_blank">Jeanne Oliver</a>'s "I'll show you mine, if you show me yours..". This week is my Purse! This is actually not as full as it usually is! There is usually a ton of stuff in there....the lighting is pretty bad because it is cloudy this morning!</div>
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7. Mail...always a random piece or two of mail</div>
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8. A scarf...never know when I will need to dress up an outfit.</div>
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9. Roses balm...love this stuff. Especially for my fingers...</div>
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11. Vintage Cigar case that I use to conceal my tampons!</div>
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Now, to be truthful...there are usually more snacks, sunglasses (a few pairs...girl needs options) a random piece junk, My Phone (used to take the picture), ear buds, and my keys are never in my purse! </span></div>
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Way back in the day, when the Lil' was a baby, I made hair accessories and cute little boutique outfits for her. I LOVED it! It was really fun to accessorize and "decorate" her cute little noggin... Since I have just purchased a few new outfits for the little cutie it is time to make some coordinating hair bows! Seems that I barely have time to shower every day (shhhh...please don't tell anyone...) much less create my own tutorial! And really, there are some great ones out there...thanks Pinterest for helping me find them! <br />
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These are a two different techniques...give them a try! If your little one doesn't like a barrette as much, take the tutorial to a new level. Get yourself a pack of headbands and glue the bow to the headband! I do this ALL the time! <br />
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It's a rainy Monday...great day to sleep, difficult day to get motivated!</div>
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Hard day on the ball field! The worst of the season for her...and not because of her pitching! </div>
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There was a house across the street for a few days...drove my pups crazy!</div>
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Last hanshake of the season.... Sad day for my baby girl. #10 is a Senior, and my girl only a Sophmore! LOVED the way the two of them played together and loved the way #10 kept my girl going even in the toughest of matchups!</div>
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Playoff Game. They didn't advance and the opposing team left some pretty nasty press for my girl. Haters....</div>
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Happy Mothers Day....on the side of a ball field! </div>
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<br /></div>Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07632159734738579710noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-912173185112350042.post-47974139717960756552012-05-09T23:39:00.001-04:002012-05-09T23:39:28.491-04:00Weekly Smashup...I'm sensing a pattern here....my blog, which I love so much is falling behind! I LOVE my blog!!!! So, here is a little smash up!<br />
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I am SO excited about my steps towards building my business....I am not a fan of saying "business" because I absolutely LOVE what I am doing right now. It is a blessing to be able to start bringing my love of design/jewelry/vintage all together! <br />
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I also find that my kids LOVE me so much, they never want to leave me alone....like by myself all day when they should be in school. I love being home with my kids and obviously they know that! Haha.. But seriously...they keep bringing home EVERY virus that the school system has provided them! It is getting ridiculous!<br />
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And...lets NOT forget Baseball/Softball!!!! I only have 1/2 my crew playing this year...don't know what I would do if they ALL were playing! <br />
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This seems to be a "Ground Hog Day" situation for me...but I adore these girls and would rather them be here than "out"...</div>
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She is on the side lines on the weekend! </div>
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BEAST....Such an amazing little ball player</div>
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Remember....the virus situation?!? See Lily's face?? She just heard she was going to have to have another Strep test!</div>
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Custom piece made for a friend. LOVE IT!! Came out sooooo "Goddess Like"</div>
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My Art Guild Bio photo....</div>
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Tuesday Tutorial!<br />
Great Class...You should take it! This isn't for a "project" so to speak, but it a tutorial on creating a better business for yourself!<br />
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Check bag on Thursday...lol.....</div>
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