Recovering back to peaceful

Hello to anyone that is reading.  I have not blogged in 4 months due to:  me giving my daughter a bridal shower, the Renaissance Faire, our daughter's wedding, my aunt and uncle visiting, 2 sets of good friends that came down from Oregon for the wedding and to visit, still trying to figure out what I want to do to decorate our new place (I need lots of money and Betsy Spreet!) Moving our daughter and son in law about 15 miles south of where they lived, (much further for us) for 2 days last weekend and last but definitely not the least, my mom in hospice.  I pray everyday that the Lord will take her and release her from the horrible pain and dementia she is in.  I have accepted that she will die anytime.
I'd like to share that I have been productive and painted, sewn, and all the other projects that I have, done.  But, alas, I haven't.  I still read my list of bloggers everyday or every other day.  It is something I enjoy doing.  Well, I need to fix dinner and fast.  It is getting late.  Thank you to all of you that respond to my comments, I think it is very nice of you.  Blessings  Paula

State of my union

Oh my gosh!  I spent all that time on the bathroom cabinet, even forgot to get a final picture, and the owner sold the house.  On a Thursday nite at 10:30pm (no etiquette here) she called and told us.  I immediately got on the internet and found a house, which by the way, was/is the original floorplan we wanted to try (We are renting for the first time in 35 years of marriage) and on top of that it is in a beautiful setting, i.e. views, etc.
So within a week we moved out and into the new, to us, house.  It seems so big and is only 200 sq ft bigger?!
Then on that next Sunday I had to host a shower for my daughter that is getting married in 3 weeks.  All that my friends, even with help, just threw me for a loop.
Needless to say (I am a post menopausal woman, need I say more?) I haven't really moved into my our place yet, because, I sprained my left wrist and have severe carpal tunnel in my right hand. (you know the thumb and 3 fingers kind.)i.e. numb fingers.
It seems like I am complaining, and I guess I am, but I am really excited to get this house decorated.  I got my drapery fabric out and cut all of my panels last week, and guess what, I can't find the power cord for my sewing machine!  Some thing is wrong with this picture.  I guess the Lord is telling me to stop acting like I have the energy I had up until about 8 years ago.  Such is life.  Take care.

Refinishing Bathroom Cabinet

Ok, first of all, no pictures.  I'm sorry.  Tuesday I decided that I was going to refinish the bathroom cabinet.  It has 4 center drawers and double cabinets under the two sinks.  I am using my Annie Sloan Chalk Paint.  The cupboards were painted an incredibly ugly green.  And I like green.  So far, the 4 drawer fronts are finished, yeah, painted and waxed.  I am painting the doors, did the insides yesterday, 2 coats each=4.  As I write, I have just put the first coat of the paint on the fronts.(I'm taking a break)  I have chosen graphite with a dark paste.  It is really turning out nice.  I already painted the walls SW Oyster Bay.  I have nickel pulls and knobs from my stash.  And will be using aqua/green for accents.  I WILL PUT UP PICTURES.  I promise.  Need to get back.  I might even get to start waxing them today.  Next the cabinet.

New Year - New Projects

I really appreciate you all that have answered or commented on my comments.  I have found quite a few things, Burlap Garland (love it), made quite a few for Christmas presents and for myself.
I took an Annie Sloan Chalk Paint class last week.  I had been using the paint but wanted to learn the 'right way' to use the waxes.  I love this paint, now, I know why everyone uses it.  So easy.  And, yes, I know, I need to post pictures.  I have become awful about taking pictures.  I didn't take any at Christmas! Shame on me!
I had a week of post Christmas depression, which, is pretty good for me, I usually have it for 2 months.  It hasn't been fun knowing every year this was going to happen, but, I always pull out of it and it was quicker this year.  (Thanks Annie Sloan)
I have also started a French class.  I did take french for 6 years, eons ago, I can speak some, read about all, but want conversational.  Unless I go to France I probably won't be taking pictures. lol
Well, I wish everyone a very happy New Year.   And I will work on the pictures!?
God bless you all

My baby's, Alicia, 29th Birthday

You know, God is Great!  When I was 28, I gave birth to a baby girl.  At that time, my OB took tests that didn't show up positive until I was 4 months pregnant.  My body felt pregnant, and I had a little bump, but negative pregnancy tests.  She has truly been a blessing to our family.  She is a Godly woman, kind, thoughtful, loving and fun.
Today is her 29th Birthday, and I thank the Lord everyday for giving her to us for a daughter.  Love you Alicia.  Mom

Oh yeah, I got my tree skirt all cut out, and am glueing it now.

Rainy Day

This year my Hubby and I are celebrating Christmas in a home half the size of our last home.  Oh boy, I am also trying to make a decision what to keep and what to offer the girls.  This is much more difficult than I thought it would be.  I just can't seem to finish anything I start! lol That, is nothing new.  The tree has been up a week and I only have about half of the ornaments on it, I will finish that today.  I also need a new tree skirt.  I had a beautiful silk patchwork one that I bought in the early '80s, but, 3 years ago our 2 kitties were dying, and I let them sleep on it, and it got so bad we threw it out.  I have a bunch of linen and burlap, velvet, you name it, it is in a box somewhere.  But, my husband has both of my glue guns at his office an hour away, and he keeps forgetting it.  Like I can't just go to Walmart and buy a new one!  There lies the crux of my decorating not getting done.  I would rather sit here and look at what everybody else is doing.  I love looking at everybodies  different ways of decorating, so different, but so fun and pretty.
I guess I'll put my boots on and run over to Walmart.  Have a great day.

What a difference a computer makes

When I got married 34 yrs ago, we had to drive to the few bridal shops they had in Orange County.  For my daughter's wedding, I spent the better part of a day on my computer and cell phone, making appointments for Wedding Venues (2), Bridal Shops (2), and of course, lunch.  Tomorrow, Monday, I will leave my home, and drive at least an hour to her apartment, that is if the traffic is good. lol yeah right, I have to go into Orange County.  Then when we finish up at about 7-8pm I will drive back home.  I love where we live.  I was born and raised in OC, and lived there until Dec. 2010.  It went from a pokey town, where we could walk home from the movies after dark (oh no!) to a crazy traffic mess in my time there.  Of course I will have my handy computer and phone with me, so if any additional duties come up we will be set to go.  My daughter has the latest iPhone, she is just so up on things, lol.  Will keep all posted.  Have a great week.