Perspective

Isn't it amazing how we see things.....

If we are single, we see only couples around us.  If we are longing to have children, we notice every baby around us.  If our adult kids are distant, we see every mother/daughter shopping and laughing every where we go.  It is hard to remember that how we perceive these images is totally biased by our thoughts and feelings.

“Recovery is about more than walking away. Sometimes it means learning to stay and deal. It’s about building and maintaining relationships that work. – Melody Beattie

Z Box Samplers

ZBOX Sampler Box
An assortment of wonderful samples from over 20 Zibbet Shop owners to give you a premium look at what we can do!!

Treat yourself today!

These boxes also make wonderful gifts, as many of the items are full size. You will find jewelry, cards, candles, tarts, soaps, keychains, ATC's, beauty items, candy, bakery items, vintage items, and more, just all kinds of wonderful and useful items!!
Think of your hairdresser, your friend, your co-worker, your sister, your sister-n-law, your mom, or anyone you want get a lot of something for only $18 SHIPPED in the USA!!
You will receive between 15-18 samples in this box!

Check us out on ZBoxTV:
Http://www.youtube.com/ZBoxTV
Become a subscriber!!

To see more about the Shops in Z Box go here:
Http://www.zibbeters.blogspot.com

You WILL NOT receive one of each sample available, you will get between 15 - 18 random samples in each box ordered. In addition you will also receive coupons from some companies!

You will get a complete list of each Shop that is currently participating in Z Box!

THE BOX PICTURED IS REPRESENTATIVE OF THE BOX YOU WILL GET. IT HAS EVERY ARTIST FEATURED IN IT. YOUR BOX WILL NOT HAVE ALL THE SAMPLES PICTURED. YOUR BOX WILL CONTAIN 15-18 RANDOM SAMPLES IN IT!

Need more color in my life....

I have so much catching up to do!  This time of year is always so busy.  I have so many fall and Halloween projects started and many more still stuck in the old brain.

<---This past WEDNESDAY was wear purple for Alzheimer Disease Day.  I wore purple to honor my Grandmother that is no longer with us.  I am grateful that my husband's father, my parents, Aunts, Uncles are healthy and unaffected by this terrible disease. 

  Another Busy Day outside...........We planted two Tuscarora Crepe Myrtle Trees on the side of the house.  This isn't my photo------------>  But one day they will be as beautiful as this one is.   We forgot what hard work it was to dig, dig and dig for hours.   Two pots wide and one pot deep sounds easy until you start digging.  They are all tucked in for the night with tons of water and a blanket of mulch on top.  My PT exercises are done for the night and I am getting ready for the season premiere of Fringe at 8pm.

AF...Front Page "Dinner at Eight"

Artfire Front Page

Saving Water and Money

With water too precious to waste ...Don't forget to check your water meter outside your house every once and a while.  Makes sure the dishwasher or ice maker isn't running or anyone using water at the time.

Even the tiniest leak will show water usage (ours has a tiny little red triangle that moves back and forth).  I heard that familiar leaking sound and turned off the water supply at the toilet and off to Lowes for a new fill valve.  A little patience is all that is needed to get the job done and a few tools too.

The Zibbet Blog Feature

I am so excited that my interview is up on the Zibbet Blog today!!!

The hardest part was...taking photos of myself!  Here is the picture that I sent in.  I was being silly with my mannequin (yes I am standing and she is over 6 feet tall).

If you have a Zibbet Shop or have thought of opening one...Please, stop by and leave me a comment!  Haven't heard of Zibbet???  Check out all of the features and the best part of the site....the PEOPLE. 

Rainbow Connection

I have had the song "Rainbow Connection" stuck in my head all afternoon....
Judy of Portable Graffiti makes these adorable large 2.25" rainbow magnets and sells them in her Portable Graffiti Zibbet Shop.  I don't know how many button machines she owns....But, her variety and prices can't be beat. She is a great person to work with and if you need any custom work done.  She has Graphic and proofreading services available in her other Zibbet Shops.

Stack of 22 Magnets in the colors of the rainbow

 

12-1/2 more days in August

I cannot wait for August to be over with.... Record Heat, dry lawns and a wicked fire that claimed 15 homes about a mile away.

Car repairs, flat tire and my sewing machines are in the shops.  I have my fingers crossed that they can be repaired.  This is the first time in over 30 years I am without a machine.  I would say I am on a sewing vacation--but, my back has been out all week and xrays and physical therapy are in not my idea of a vacation.  Xrays showed something that looks like a kidney stone.  After a trip to the Dr., he thinks it might be a calcification... that is better than a stone

I am blaming this all on August!!!  I am looking forward to September, when everything will be all better (and that is my story and I'm sticking to it). 

I hope your August is nothing like mine!!!

On the Front Page of Artfire today!!!

 Some more of the beautiful collections this month that feature my items on Artfire:
Bold and Dramatic
a la Marie
Falling Leaves 
Purple, Lavendar, Lime, OhMy!
The many beautiful, gorgeous, fantabulous shades of purple
Gears