Blogtober 13

Tomorrow, one of my bosses has been with the company for 30 years.  We are surprising her with lunch.  Since she also loves the Minions, I decided to throw this in too.

Its all a bit tacky yet, so hoping it will be all dry by morning. 

You just never know what each day brings.

Stay tuned!

Blogtober 12th

I saw this on Facebook yesterday, and I fell in love with it.   Yes.

I sometimes believe that there is a creative angel whispering to me... seriously, something pops in my head and I will find myself thinking, "now where did THAT come from?" 

Fragments of stuff in my brain, (its a wonder I can think at all) of things that get put together for better or worse, from all that I have seen, or been impressed with or someone that has inspired me with what they do.  Some have been long forgotten or stored in a filebox somewhere in the depths come to the forefront to be part of a new creation.  Sometimes its not me at all, but a random mix of things floating up from the depths.  Whatever hits the surface first.

Right now, there is nothing floating.  But I know this is temporary and we'll just stay tuned....

Sunday Blogtober eleven

Sitting on my porch watching probably one of the last of the warmer weekends end.  It was sunny, blue skies and about 70 degrees this weekend.

Its quiet now, but Oldest son and girlfriend and dog was here this weekend.  Got the eves cleaned out, and fall decorations out.  Bought some pumpkins, stocked the fridge for the week, and did the laundry.  (All but the hangin' up part.) Still have a few dishes to do and the garbage to take out then I am calling it a wrap.

We have had a few visitors this weekend and lots of phone calls from friends checking on The Hubs. Gives you a warm fuzzy feeling. 

Our youngest son lives over 500 miles away and has called once or twice every day this week.  We are so proud of the men that they have become.  We high fived ourselves. 

Artprize is now done.  Didnt get to make it this year, but next year- youbetcha!

Well, guess I need to keep pushing on so I can chill for the night... Stay tuned!

Blogtober ten

So...

We are hanging around home today, The Hubs, Kid and GF and Me. Oh, and my granddog Lunie.

 Its a beautiful autumn day with a hint of chilly.  The Hubs is getting around better, with no meds for pain, (he does have pain when he gets up and moves, but sitting he is good, so he chooses not to take them) and he is being a good patient for the most part.  No races yet, but we have high hopes for the future.

Remember I questioned whether to do the commissioned Bra piece for the Mammography department?  Well, I got some very old film type mammograms and they either wanted a wearable, or a lamp shade so that you could tell what they were.

Here is my answer to their request...

This one was still a little wet yet, thus the horizontal lines.

Very interesting conversation starters, dontcha think?  My sons girlfriend will have a story to tell how she came over and looked at mammogram films for an art project.  Bet there aren't too many stories like THAT around!

I finally got the call that the framing was done on The Tree... Here it is:

Of course, I didn't pull off the plastic before I took it to her.  But she was pleased with it!  Yea Me!

So thats the news for today, Artsy and otherwise.  Stay tuned!

Friday Blogtober 9

Whoops, missed yesterday.  Oh well...

I took today off to go pick up The Hubs from the hospital.  With the help of my sister and brother, we got him safely home and as I write he is snoring softly.

Now the healing begins.  Probably not as fast as he would like, but I think Mr. Patient he is not.

I am going to try to get some art done, but we have our son and friend coming in for the weekend tonight.  Oh, and the dog.  So its quiet now, but won't be later, so better do it while I can.

The frame shop has The Tree done.  I have to go pick it up.

My friend that bought the piano bench should be in town this weekend and picking it up!

And my beloved Red Wings start their season tonight!  YEA!!

Stay tuned!

Blogtober seven

UPDATE:  Progress is being made.  Things will get a little better every day.

Things on my mind... besides The Hubs and all the stuff to deal with there...

Another Bra piece.  Was I stupid to take this on? 

"The Tree" being framed.  Should be done tomorrow.

Certain housecleaning that needs to be done!! Tomorrow night!!

Family helping is a team building thing.

Another family member that is no help at all. "As much help as a sore butt to a shoemaker" to coin an old phrase.  Raising an issue when she shouldn't.  Adding unneeded stress.

Two funerals this week too.  Sending thoughts and prayers those ways.

And about a thousand other things that are too numerous to mention.  Little stinky things.

Tomorrow will be better.  Better every day.

Stay tuned.

Blogtober six

Its been one, long, day.

The surgery went well, now to get on with the healing business.  Thank you God and angels above.
Things I have learned today:

Having someone just sit with you while in the waiting room is something I will be doing for the next person.  It means a BUNCH.  I didn't think I needed anyone.  I was all big in my big girlie pants, but man, it was nice when my sister and my cousin showed up just to sit with me.  I will pass along the favor to the next friend or family member that needs me there.  Whether they want me or not.

There is nothing better than hearing the words, "Everything went fine!"

I am grateful that technology is able to take the pain away and he can up the quality of his life.

Coming home to a quiet house is way too quiet and I don't want to do this on a regular basis.

Never will I underestimate the power of good thoughts and prayer.  I am overwhelmed at the people on Facebook that prayed for us even when they didn't know what for. (I just asked for prayers without a reason until I knew it was ok with him to publicize) After, I am touched with the people that messaged us and just made conversation.   Some you wouldn't expect.

A good laugh or a good conversation from our boys is priceless for recouperation, especially when they are too far away to be there in person and calling their visits in.

Now its decompression time.  I have a cold, adult beverage and I am in for the night.  I know he is trying to sleep with the stat-taking, poking and prodding nurses, but in good hands.


I will continue to pray for others: Shells, Bob, Willie, Dave, Matt, Tamie and family, and Marv's family, wishing them all comfort.

I believe my beverage needs refreshing and I want to just chill the rest of this evening.  To all that read this: may your lives be blessed.

Stay tuned.