Fabric Wreath

I feel like I want to broaden my wreath making horizons and try a fabric wreath.  I've done ribbon and tulle so it can't be that different, right?  I bought a fabric roll with different prints that all coordinate.  I went with a grey, yellow, and teal theme to match my living room.  I plan to hang it above my mantle. 

I'd love to show you the finished product...and I will when it's finished, but for now, here's a sneak peak.  Keep in mind, I'm super slow with stuff like this.  I think I'm going to like it though. 

A crown for my princess

Mia had her first cavity...which turned into a crown.  She was a champ.  I was so proud of her.  She did everything asked of her and smiled the whole time.  Unfortunately, the numbness wore off a few hours later and the screaming began.  She bit her lip and cheek while it was numb and now it's swollen and really sore.  She has been so brave, but we are really hoping it's better soon so she will eat. 

book reivew: Any Given Christmas

Amazon's Description: 
Dean Silverthorne’s mother may be dead, but she still has matchmaking to do.
When an injury dashes NFL Quarterback Dean Silverthorne's Super Bowl dreams, he heads back to Deer Lick, Montana with a chip on his wounded shoulder, more determined than ever to get back in the game. He loves his kooky family, but this trip home is going to be a very brief Christmas visit.
His game plan doesn't include an instant attraction to Emma Hart, a feisty kindergarten teacher who seems to be the only person in Deer Lick not interested in the hometown hero. Or his dearly departed mom popping up with mistletoe in hand and meddling on the mind. Now Dean can't help but wonder if there’s more to love than life between the goal posts.

 

 

Ok, I obviously did not read the description when I bought this book as I am totally not into ghosts and dead parents popping up in cars to play match maker.  However; with that said, I didn't hate this book.  Dean and Emma were likeable.  I really enjoyed their love story and I liked their interest in children with special needs.  I thought that added a lot to the story and to who they were.  I did not enjoy the mother's random return to play matchmaker, but I'm guessing that is what this book series is about (I haven't read the other books in the series). 



MIL Update

Just an update for anyone following my MIL's health issue.  We got the results of the pet scan yesterday and it looks like the primary location for cancer started in her adrenal gland.  This is a very rare form of cancer (1 in a million) and unfortunately, it is very agressive.  They plan to remove one of her 2 adrenal glands asap.  A spot was found on her other adrenal gland as well, which will likely be treated with chemo--as well as radiation for the 3 tumors still in her brain.
Please keep her in your prayers.  Pray that the Doctors will make good decisions regarding her health, that she will feel good, and beat this horrible horrible disease.

And...because I'm trying to have a better outlook this year, I am thankful of the example my MIL is setting.  She is so confident, positive, and totally at peace.  I admire her attitude and can't wait to see her beat this.

Book Review: Waking Up Married

Amazon's Description:
Her first thought: "Who are you?"
It's the morning after her cousin's bachelorette party in Vegas and Megan Scott wakes up with the mother of all hangovers. Even worse, she's in a stranger's penthouse having woken up with something else as well—a funny, arrogant, sexy…husband!
Up until now, finding even a boyfriend had seemed impossible—been there, got the broken heart, sworn off men for good. Then a few martinis with Carter…no, Connor Reed and she's gone from first meet to marriage in one night!
Megan wants a lawyer. But Connor's shocking bombshell?
"I don't want a divorce."


This was a fun, easy quick read.  It's a cute love story about a girl who had sworn off men and a guy who just wanted a marriage-but minus the love part.  It was fun getting to know the characters.  They were likable and the storyline was easy to follow...and also predictable.  Overall, I thought it was a good read--especially for the kindle price of $0!  Can't beat that.

Dear 2014...can we start over?

So far, over the past 22 days, I've lost 2 family members.  I've had a friend involved in a serious car accident (his fault) where the passenger in the other car was killed).  We have 2 parents with stage IV cancer and Paxton is not making any improvements with his eating.  I feel one step away from a nervous breakdown. 

It's times like this when I have to take a step back (which is very hard for me).  I've heard people say that God doesn't give you more than you can handle, but I've never read that in the bible.  In fact, I think quite the opposite.  I think he gives us more than we can handle so that we can fully rely on him.  So...that's what I'm going to try to do (again...very hard for a control freak like me). 

Instead of focusing on the negative things we have going on (which are many), I'm going to instead try to concentrate on what I can be thankful for. 
Today, I am thankful for our friend, Paul, who is a plumber.  Our well pump broke and we had no water. He was able to come over the next morning and replace it.  I'm also thankful for good friends.  We had a little facebook controversy on my husbands page the other day.  He posted something that we had both previously laughed about; however, after it was posted, a lot of people commented negatively about me.  I was shocked as Chris and I had actually thought it was funny.  I was even more shocked that one comment was from his sister.  I was hurt and offended.  I'm thankful for my friends who were there to defend me and offer support.  I had a handful of friends who know me well who called, texted, and emailed me.  They know me, they know my personality, and never for a second thought that I was actually upset about what he had posted.  It really makes me appreciate those friends.  I know I'm not always the easiest person to get to know.  I'm shy and not really easy to get to know (or so I'm told) so I am thankful that I have such a great group of friends who have taken the time to get to know me and who love me know matter what. 

Weekend Recap

Friday night, we made pizza.  It tasted great, but was a bit messy.

I love that these two really do love each other. 

They really are best friends. 

His smile makes my heart melt.

Mia's friend Ella gave us her old doll house and it has been a huge hit.  We've had a fun weekend.....