Fun Photos Friday – #5

Apollo in blanket

A bundle of cuteness

There is something special about the feeling of a warm blanket when it comes out of the dryer.  I have always loved this since I was a kid. If I had to take the blanket out of the dryer in our basement, I would wrap it around me and inhale the fresh smell.  Then I would bring it upstairs for someone to use or to be folded and put away.

Well on this day, Apollo was my shadow wandering around the house and he followed me to the laundry room when I pulled out his comforter. So I wrapped it around him and said, “Feel it, it feels so warm and fresh”.  He of course took it in for a second and then went onto his usual antics and began playing. You can see the change in his face in the second photo.

Mischief is right around the corner!

 

I hope one day he will wrap up his child and let them soak in the warmth as I did many times as a child and still do as an adult.

What’s On Your Workdesk Wednesday – #156 – Happy Anniversary

I am a fairly new WOYWW participant and really enjoy it and very excited about our ATC swap. I have only made a few in the past but look forward to the challenge.

I haven’t been working on much of anything. Our washer broke this week and I have been one crabby momma! Today they arrive with the new washer and I can’t express what 7 days of no laundry being washed in this house means.  Pure chaos that’s what it is.

Fun finds

Fun Finds

So I took a picture of some new purchases since nothing has occured at my desk in a bit.  I recently went to Michael’s and bought the cuteies embellishments by Jolee’s Boutique called  French General that are inspired from old world France.  They are so pretty I know I am going to have a hard time parting with them.  I also bought some more PB&J paper brom Basic Grey and two little stamps to use on small projects (oh, maybe I will use them on some ATCs)  You can also see a tag I created with the Goosebumps Shimmer Texture Spray by Tsukineko.  I am still learning how to use it.  I used it as a resist on the tag.  Very cool stuff.  Of course my desk isn’t complete without my Soy Chai from Starbucks. It’s just heaven in a cup!

Well sorry for the short post. Think I said this last week.

Well I better get going so that I can start spanning the globe looking at other desks. If you haven’t learned about this amazing creative journey you can take every Wednesday, then head on over to Julia’s Stamping Ground and you will find desks from all around the world for What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday.

Have a blessed day!

Belinda

 

 

Fun Photos Friday – #4

Meditating Nicholas

Nicholas first meditation

 

I used to meditate fairly regularly and the last few years my practice has become very sporadic and often non-existent.  I finally have resumed a regular practice of a morning meditation and an afternoon session.  The boys are sleeping during my morning meditation but up and about during the afternoon session (which I even have an alarm set on my iPhone to remind me to sit for my afternoon practice).  It has become a very natural part of my day again and I feel happy about that.

I have an area in my bedroom where I meditate and on this day I left my door unlocked and began my session.  Well Nicholas came in and went to the bathroom. I could feel him staring at me.  Then when he finished in the bathroom he came out and sat down about 5 feet from me. I couldn’t tell what he was doing so I stayed with my breath until I finished my time and when I turned to see what he was doing, this is what he was doing.

I have been trying to find ways as they are getting older to introduce them to meditation. I am exploring walking meditation as a way for them at this age. But I am thrilled he showed an interest even if fleeting.

What’s On Your Workdesk Wednesday – #155

Good morning friends,

The sun is actually peeking out this morning so I am extra happy.  Today I have to make a shorter post (many may cheer since I go on a bit too long often) because I am running late on my morning routine with the boys. So between drop offs I am creating this post.

First thank you to all that left the kind words last week. I apologize if I didn’t get to everyone but I am aiming to this week. It makes my day everytime I see your kind words. Thank you.

 

Stamping stuff

Stamping stuff

So I am playing around with some new garden-themed stamps today. I love gardening so getting my hands on these stamps was extra special.  Practicing Copic techniques (one day I shall master them!).  Some new paper is also in the picture (Basic Grey’s PB&J). I just love the name and the colors are right up my alley.

I am also working on creating watermarks for my posting photos. Today’s is the first one. I will keep tweeking.

Later today I plan on drafting up designs for Father’s Day cards.

I am so sorry this is short and not so tantalizing. I promise to have something fun next week. I look forward to the ATC swap.

Well I better get going so that I can start spanning the globe looking at other desks. If you haven’t learned about this amazing creative journey you can take every Wednesday, then head on over to Julia’s Stamping Ground and you will find desks from all around the world for What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday.

Have a blessed day!

Belinda

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