Swapathon- your stuff for my art

running low on tea and yarn Welcome to the third Swapathon event on my blog! This is where I trade my art for something you have or make.  A...

show and tell: swaps

There are times when I think we should go back to the barter system.   I have yet to trade my art for more practical things, like chickens o...

Our one week Colorado RV trip. Seeing the best in a short time!

We had a great week in Colorado as we took our newly made over RV out for a spin!  We spent a week touring the Western slope and the mountai...

new projects in the works

Working from home, I often get sidetracked with house projects.  This week, I painted the living room, dining room, and my daughter's ro...

Follow Me! Creating a Personal Brand With Twitter by Sarah-Jayne Gratton, @grattongirl #FollowMe

Stars: ★★★★★ John Wiley & Sons (2012) Social Media Marketing Summary: It’s not what you say to others that makes your brand successful...

For My Children: A Mother’s Journal of Memories, Wishes and Wisdom by Dionna Ford

Stars: ★★★★★ To anyone who has lost their mother and wishes they had asked her more questions or gotten to know her more before she died, y...

canning in a heat wave

Most [sane] people seek reprieve from the heat in 100° weather.  I decided to spend it over a hot stove making jam and pickles.  I'm usu...

Making Your Own DIY Day Planner! Tons of Free Tutorials & Printables!

A good planner is one that you enjoy and suits your needs.  Need a section for homeschool?  How about a blog post section to keep track of y...

star gazing

Star Gaze and Alpine Ridge If you can get away from the city lights tonight, you have to grab your significant other and spend some time lo...

Camping in the rain forest

Hwy 101 to Lake Quinault The Olympic National Park is a magical place.  Our four day trip to the lush rain forest was the most anticipated t...

Improve Your Marriage! GROUP DISCOUNT to "Weekend to Remember"

If any of you have been tracking with me you know I have been trying to do the "Love Dare" .  The marriage improving book that wa...

new painting, "summer peak"

In my last post , I talked about blue being my favorite color.  Funny that I've been drawn to lavenders and pinks this week.  I love thi...