I'm Still Here...

Yes, I'm still here. I've been turning a little more inward lately. Trying to figure out

my health and just settle into a different lifestyle.

Yesterday, I said goodbye to all of my houseplants, including my lovely little windowsill

herb garden. My sweet neighbor adopted the ones Cub had given me as gifts the past few years. The rest are living in front of our house now.

In the meantime, I've managed to do some simple crafting for others-

which definitely offers some healing benefits!

I made this cupcake/jewelry stand for Cub's aunt for her birthday.

I used the ol' glue-a-plate-to-a-candlestick method.

I painted the flowers with enamel paints. After this photo, I added a strand of flowers around the base, too. I love morning glories.

To me, they represent great strength as well as simplicity, in the best of ways.

A great technique for keeping calm and focusing on other things--some more "mindless" craft:

Quickie Quilt Journals from one of my favorite craft blogs.

I love when I get to dip into my big, fat, scrap bag!

I may even sew a blanket stitch around the edges when I'm finished.

Later on, I'm going to treat myself to this dress, as an early birthday present.

I love jersey so much. It's so comfey and drapes nicely.
Yes, tomorrow is the "big day." I have some loose plans, but I'm going to let the day unfold naturally and enjoy all life has to offer.

I'm so grateful for all I've been blessed with!