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If we were having coffee, you may be staring at a bump under my left eye which also has a small gash that came right along with it. I'd tell you that my crazy one and a half year old son hit me with the corner of my cell phone...he didn't sit on my lap for long after that.
Speaking of some pain, I may also have to tell you about the worst burn I've ever gotten and it came from some hot glue. Here's a tip, don't wear shorts while working on a project that requires a hot glue gun. It WILL turn out badly. By the way, both of these incidents happened in the same evening!
Moving on.
I'd definitely have to vent about a crazy couple of months full of long nights in the craft room but quickly reassure you that I'm incredibly thankful for the support I've received and the many happy e-mails I've read. It's been such a great journey in the handmade business world!
I may also have to show you a photo of one of my favorite pieces I've made to date. I'm working on a Shipwrecked themed photo shoot and created a crown full of sea shells, moss and starfish which I fell head over heels in love with! I may actually be wearing it on our "coffee date." Ok, maybe not but I would have definitely thought about it more than once before I left the house.


After taking a few sips of my iced caramel macchiato, I'd switch to the baby subject. If you have babies, we'd talk about the latest adventures with the littles. Potty training stories, the recent highest points that have been jumped off of, disciplinary actions that haven't worked (or finally has), new words and the laughter that has ensued after a new game has been discovered.
I'd may even mention the recent talks I've had with my husband about having another baby. After the recent break down of trying to discipline a strong-willed child though, further talk has been postponed.
As far as this month goes, I'm looking forward to the river trip we are taking in a couple weeks with some friends and our little ones. We haven't been to Laughlin in years! Excited to soak up the sun, water time with the love bug and some shopping. We may even go canoeing depending on if we can take Levi with us.
Do you have any summer time plans? I'd love to hear about them!

Until our next coffee date, have a beautiful day my friends!

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I have noticed that blogging and using your creativity is sort of like a roller coaster. Some days, you want to share so much and you are just flowing with inspiration. Other days, you draw a blank and really don't want to do anything.
In order to post, one must get their inspiration from somewhere or at least have an idea what to write about. Sometimes though, it doesn't come so easy and I don't really like to post or even read others posts unless you can tell there is some sort of care/inspiration/idea/thought put into it. Of course we have our days but I am going to share a little list I came up with for those days of "I don't know what to write/create/post/photograph" or even those days were you just feel "blah!"

These are my top favorites:

Watch the movie Julie & Julia
Although, I don't really cook, this movie totally inspires me to do what I love to do! It's SUCH a great movie and makes me smile. :)

Go to Starbucks with your laptop or even a good book
There is something about that overly-priced coffee shop that just gets the creative juices flowing! Their ambience makes you feel quite sophisticated as well I might add.

Take a trip to Joanns, Michaels or Hobby Lobby
Take a stroll through their aisles and browse the different colors and textures of the fabrics, shapes and sparkle of their buttons, content and ideas from their book and magazines. You may leave spending more money than you planned so it may be a good idea to leave the credit/debt cards at home. :)I actually banned myself from Hobby Lobby though. Not because I spent too much money but because I went in for JUST cupcake liners and 2 1/2 hours later, FINALLY left! Ha!

Go thrifting and/or antique shopping
There are countless times when finding new treasures really inspire me to create new pieces or give me ideas for different styled photoshoots. These are my favorite days!
Read about one of those days right here.

Pinterest
Enough said.
Put on some heelsOk, this may sound crazy (at least for those mommies who gave up the heels for comfortable flats-like myself) BUT it works! There's a feeling of confidence that comes with a great pair heels! When you feel good, things happen. Amazing things!
Take a walk
Slow down and look around. Examine your surroundings closely and pay attention to the detail that we ever so often pass by in our crazy hectic lives.
"Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" Matthew 6:26  If all else fails-REST! Your mind needs a break once in a while to recollect. You can't expect to constantly be creating something new or thinking about a bunch of ideas to bring to life every. single. day.  What are your remedies for becoming inspired?

This morning, I just wanted to share a few things that I stumbled upon the past few days. They are some really good reads and I know you will enjoy them as well! :)
First, I was sent this beautiful...& FUNNY list:
25 things I want my son to know
It is absolutely a must read for mommies! Especially if you have a little boy...or several little boys. lol
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Next, anyone a Starbucks fan??

I found this little ode to a good Starbucks outing from Profiles of a Papergirl.
It's called, none other than:
Starbucks Love.
READ!
& follow this blog! She (Sarah)is an amazing writer!
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& last but certainly not least, there is a fun little giveaway going on over at The Official Blog of Elisha. Be sure to check it out! There's lots of vintage-inspired necklaces to be won! :)

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Now, for the rest of the day...
I am just about done with another boutonniere order (2 pieces are missing from the photo). I will be finishing up and shipping it out to San Diego on Monday :)

{Have a Beautiful Weekend!}