It was so good to be able to take a break from my blog and a break from taking new orders in the shop. I was tempted several times to post though--but I would tell myself otherwise and did pretty good! I took a break for several reasons (you can read more about why below) and I feel better enough now that I was able to just take a step back and give myself some breathing room. I'm excited to start creating new items (several are already on their way to be added to the shop soon) & some new posts! Want to know what I have been up to this whole time? Here's a little recap of these past couple weeks! :) I helped a friend host her adorable baby shower for her little Julia--on her way next month! She did a little birdie theme and it came out so darn cute! Here are some photos of the decor which most was DIY.![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx4C-hij4V0iSmdmyFu9TPGwOUlnNF7zSGHGo-LlGWuWEW0RfLjcQpEyPbN79Ze5a1e_qxFYyrejOsXUMLrajWkV5RYh7sTOhCQ_rFu_TyYSexkGj2_W6MlXPHGQuMvPEU3n8lS_hvh5Zh/s640/meganCollage1.jpg)
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You may remember these cupcake towers from my post last month. Click here to make your very own! :)![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXz0uVJqwVvt6GFd1TquNS0qsI7o4H7wsv7VHe6p3cmLhXH0E0cSj9ybbOInYy484Q3ri9ONvRFMas59UMkhFgzEWi7fVuSRzx7u-tIqZwLBm2frCDZDRptDEwA530jHkqk0enInOsdWxI/s640/cupcake.jpg)
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The fabric chandelier I made for Julia's room was also hung at the shower. With lots of cutting of various fabrics & tying to an embroidery hoop, it's fairly easy to make! :)
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Everything turned out so beautifully Megan and I can't wait to meet Julia!
She will be beautiful-inside and out just like her mommy. :) ~~~~~~~~~~ I also gave myself a little manicure while on my break.
I used Need a Refresh-Mint by Wet N Wild & I added rose gold glitter to the tips. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The babies also got together... Cousins Emilee and Levi and BFF Laila.
While my husband caught up on some yard work...I caught up on some relaxing...
I also caught up on * learning how to crochet * made some tamales with the family * saw a movie with the husband--at the theater * went swimming at my mom's house * studied a bit for my upcoming math test before NP1 * started our new bible study for every Tuesday night Not only did I catch up on some relaxing and spending some much needed time with my family, I also visited the Dr. and found out some news that made me realize why I was feeling the way I did. I had been going through a lot--stressing over school, getting several rushed orders done, still adjusting to being at home and working on my "domestic abilities," being a mommy and the errands and places to be in between. I had been feeling really tired and run down and completely NOT like myself (which is why this little break was much needed)! When I visited the Dr. this past week, I found out that I have severe hypothyroidism which explains why I have been feeling the way I do. For anyone who has not been through this, it changes SO MUCH about your body--physically and emotionally and it is NOT fun.{You can read more about what it is here} I am now on my way to feeling better--soon hopefully. I would like to ask if you could keep me in your prayers as I go through treatment. **On top of that, I also have a confession: I found my first gray hair!!! I'm not sure that a girl (a young one at that) should be admitting this but it freaked me out! It took me a while to decide whether or not I should leave it or pull it out but I finally decided to pull it out and I'm hoping that "7 won't come to it's funeral!" Anyone else have this problem? On a happier note, I ended my break yesterday with a trip to the beach with my husband, our son (his first trip to the beach!), & our good friends Ian, Megan, and their adorable 2-year old Caleb. Here are some photos of the amazing and super fun day that we had...not to mention all of the crazy conversations we had--we will keep those to ourselves! lol ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl3TNh-WQafzSUl6rbeBmqa8KCOcMtaip6L7MViRbllQzWB1CaicXqAbxGJqBS9ML6im2uCoVk007hP0fqay0VrsdXLW2yQBPkMO4iyk-_pR0hJLjVsKunGT81TMptiWyea2v90tVjQCXW/s640/beach4.jpg)
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These photos are from "The Top of the World" in Laguna Beach. It was really cold but soo pretty & gorgeous to say the least! ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFBM0Vmh_beatZ78t4oeDx2_auFE54pdTaK3SWB0-SjESxXzUo91y0vW33hZ6SE7RNPvdGnxSPfgBxrxgJJz9sm6h867UBobXHR6ipQCql_fHhCxrO6dSn4SIsEZv89QAhX67d-ZuzcCvq/s640/beach2verse.jpg)
This verse is on my heart and has helped me and will continue to help me get through the times where I just feel overwhelmed and run down.
I hope this may be a reminder to you as well throughout your day. {Have a BEAUTIFUL rest of the week!}
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