Texas Weather

I haven't posted in a while.  Seem like the creative juices haven't been flowing.  Have been fighting allergies as I always do this time of year in Texas.  The weather is cold one day and warm the next.  I have to dress in layers in order to be prepared.  It is very confusing.  I was working in my back yard today and realized I'm not the only one confused.  Even the plants don't know what to do.  The Carolina Jasmine on the left thought spring arrived a month ago and started to bloom.  The one on the right is just beginning to get the idea.  Texas weather...........it is never boring!

Looks Like a Good Project To Me

Found these darling miniature bowling pins in a little shop the other day. Bought them to list in my etsy shop.  They are 3 " tall and solid wood.  They were originally used for bowling league awards and have a person's name and high score written on them.   Thought they were so cute and would be a great display in a game room or a neat gift for your favorite bowler.  Could also be used  for an altered art project.  I decided to show them on my blog to see if anybody had a unique idea for using these little treasures from the 60's and 70's.

Cooper's Main Squeeze

Cooper and I are trying to recover from the holidays.  I have been busy taking down and storing the Christmas decorations for another year.  Cooper's job during this process is to provide moral support. I like to imagine that, if he could, he would help with the tedious packing. But, for now, he just observes and cuddles with his new main squeeze.  It is his favorite Christmas present!

New Year's Resolutions

2012! Another year...... more resolutions. I will be a better daughter.  I will be a better mother.  I will be a better grandmother.  I will be a better friend. I will exercise more and eat less and healthier. I will spend less money.  I will finish my projects.  I will read more.  I will hold my temper. I will keep my house cleaner.  I will walk Cooper more.  I will cherish each day.  I will, I will, I will.  Too many to think about. I can't do them all.  Cooper cocks his head to the side and wags his tail.  I know, I know Cooper.....don't smile at me.  Too much, too much. I've got a couple of days yet. Let me prioritize.  I know Cooper.....don't laugh out loud.  Maybe I'll eliminate some of the items on my list  and I won't feel so much pressure.... I know Cooper.....don't hide your face.  Oh the pressure.  Maybe just one resolution.  That's it, I'll just make one and then when I finish that one, I will feel a sense of accomplishment.  What do you think of that idea Cooper? Cooper!!!  Cooper where are you?  I think Cooper has left the building!

Cooper Conundrum #12

"If I get in Mom's chair with her and keep scooting over, will she finally get up and and let me have it all to myself?"    Cooper Carter 12/29/11

"Wistful" Thinking

As I stated in my profile, I do a lot of wishful thinking. Lately it has been more like "wistful" thinking.  In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, I find myself thinking about warmer weather and calmer times.   I love the actual celebrations.....it's just the getting ready that's getting harder.  A vet told my friend recently that dogs have no concept of time. She said that "two hours is like five minutes to them."  I asked Cooper if that was true and as usual he just cocked his head to the side and stared at me, wagging his tail, wanting so desperately to answer my question.  He revels in the moment, not caring what is ahead or gone before.  It occurred to me, that there is a lesson in that.  Cherish each moment that God has given you as if it is your last.  Treat your loved ones each day as if it will be the last time you see them.  Get your spiritual life in order as if it is your last day on earth. These are the good times, even if there are ups and downs.  They will never come again! Don't "wist" them away.

Cooper Conundrum #11

"If I lay here very still and close my eyes real tight, will Mom think I'm still asleep and not make me get up and go outside? Uh Oh........too late!"  Cooper Carter 12/18/11