Trip to Walmart for $7.78 pants

Julia and I took a trip to Walmart last night. I just wanna say ... When Julia refused to buy a bag. It warmed my heart. 😂😂😂😂💃She looked at the checker straight in the eyes and said no thank you I will carry them out. ❤❤❤😂 By the way, I'm so grateful my $7.78 stretch fabric, sits below the waist, slim through hip & thigh boot leg opening pants FIT!!!  Singing praises and thankfulness! Glory to God for rejoicing in the little things. ❤

December 1, 2016 - Blog Memories

With Julia going to a movie tonight with friends, I decided to hang out at Starbucks so I could check out my poor neglected blog. I work so much and without internet at home, I find myself putting off writing. Blogging  was my passion for many years. I look back at pictures and post of yesteryear and wonder where did the time go, I will be 53 this month and Julia 18. Yes 18 . Her college applications are not only tightening our wallets yet flooding my thoughts with memories . She has been my constant companion on this road to Single parenthood. It has not been easy yet my life changed for the better. Now there will be new memories of having a young adult in college. Good grief I'm not ready. Are we ever ready for another life change? They say change is good.  Adulting is hard. Its as if every time I blink another year passes. Next month will be 2017. Are you ready? I think I  need some chocolate. 

Christmas Home Tour 2016

via Christmas Home Tour 2016


Visited Living in Yellow Blog this evening. Adorable pictures!!!Click here

Crisp clean color and lines. 

Love hanging stockings 

Rustic charm 

10 quick clean up tips to make housework no big deal - A Fresh Start on a Budget

Are you feeling the stress of the Holidays? Cleaning for guest? Family from out of town. Thinking of a budget? How do you spend money on the holidays? Do you use credit cards? No gift giving? Make home made gifts?

Here are some ideas for the budget conscience & clean up tips:

                         10 quick clean up tips to make housework no big deal - A Fresh Start on a Budget



via The Budget Mama  

via The Finance Girl

 

If You're On the Fence About Your Vote, This Pastor Clarifies How the Very Future of America Is At Stake

   Great article written by our Pastor Dr. Jim Garlow at Skyline Church, San Diego, CA. It is an amazing, articulate and thought out article.  It has reached over a million views. I want to help spread the word.  

 Click here:   If You're On the Fence About Your Vote, This Pastor Clarifies How the Very Future of America Is At Stake. 

The Welcome Mat from Target

A few months back I attended an amazing Women's Retreat at the Pine Valley Bible Center. It was an unforgettable experience. I actually took home a few of my coloring projects. Couldn't remember the last time I colored let alone colored in a group setting.  
Well, yesterday at Target I found the perfect decor to match. A floor mat for just $9.08! Love a bargain!
Look! Sweet, right? Now to decorate to bring this theme together. The creative juices are flowing. What project are you working on?   

It's so FUN to make cards and swap them with other card makers! via Free Vintage Digi Stamps

via FREE VINTAGE DIGI STAMPS

It's so FUN to make cards and swap them with other card makers!

How do you sign-up? Just mail your cards or drop them off at The Paper Collage store if you are local to the Phoenix, AZ area. There is no cost to participate.

The theme this month is: Victorian

What is your interpretation of Victorian? Classic, romantic, frilly, lots of lace, vintage, etc.

Create SIX themed cards {the same or all different} and drop them off by the deadline {Wednesday, August 31st}. You will receive FIVE cards back {swapped & mailed out on Tuesday, Sept. 6th} - one of your cards will be donated to a non-profit charity/organization who will LOVE and cherish your card forever! ♥

Size doesn't matter...you can make an A2 or A6, ANY size! Be sure to include an envelope with each card too!

Your cards can be stamped, embossed, colored, layered, artsy, cute, whimsy, mixed media-style, or apply any technique you can think of! Be sure to include at least TWO layers {including the card base} and at least ONE embellishment.

Place them in a clear baggie with your name written on the baggie and drop them off or mail them to The Paper Collage {address below}. You can pick-up your swap anytime after Tuesday, Sept. 6th.

If you are out of the area, you can still participate! You can mail in your cards and include a self-addressed stamped mailer with the same amount of postage. It's FUN to receive HAPPY MAIL!

IF you are mailing them: 
The Paper Collage Victorian Card Swap
13576 W. Camino Del Sol, #4 
Sun City West, AZ 85375

We can't wait to see your FABULOUS creations!