Make it Rain!

A couple weeks ago I was asked if I would be interested in doing a craft fair at a local community college.  This wasn't just any craft fair  - it was an eco-crafts fair.  Initially I thought, "Wait. I don't have enough items that would classify me as an eco-crafter."  With that in mind, I stayed up late Saturday night crafting.  I'm glad I did, because it paid off! The customers made it rain!  Now, instead of money rainin'... I wish it were really raining so my allergies could get a break.

 It has CERTAINLY been a long day.  Night, night.

1. I'm thankful for the friends who were able to stop by my booth at the craft fair.  That was pretty awesome!
2. I love that I got my first sale soon after I had finished setting up my booth.  The guy bought a key chain.
3. The guy in the booth next to mine was very helpful.  Since I was there by myself, he offered to help me pull open my pop-up tent.  I was really struggling with it because that is really a two-person job.  He even helped me to collapse it.  I love it when people are genuinely nice.  
4. Another thing I enjoy about these craft fairs is meeting people.  I met some great people today. I love meeting people and building those connections.
5. New Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream flavor alert!!! "What a Cluster" is peanut butter ice cream with caramel cluster pieces, marshmallow swirls and peanut buttery swirls and it is DELICIOUS! I love it!

The State of Me

Tonight was the State of the Union address.  I'm actually watching it as I type.  It's amazing to watch it - it still feels unique/different/amazing to see a black President of the United States.  Might I add, it's also good to see that Joe Biden is still around. I was kind of wondering about that. LOL

Today was one of those days that brings revelation.  The revelation I had today was that I need to work out in the morning NOT after work.  I haven't felt like working out yesterday OR today.  I need to buck up and get my ass in the gym in the morning.  I will try this for the first time on Thursday or Friday. LOL  Probably Friday - I cannot lie. :0)

1. All of my print materials that I had to redo came in today. WOO HOO! Thank goodness!
2. The weather outside was amazing today! Who would have imagined people at Starbucks sitting outside with just a light jacket on at the end of January?  I grew up in Michigan and this is UNHEARD OF! 
3. Obama rocked it out with that speech! Loved it!
4. I'm loving this new little magnets I'm making that use the old keys from a computer keyboard. Always good to upcycle. 
5. I found an amazing site to use for web design.  I can't wait to create my new online portfolio.

His Bar Mitzvah was Crunk and That's the Lesson of THIS Story!

Such a LONG EFFIN DAY!  So many lessons learned.  All work related. Growth. That's all I can say.

1. I love the support and care I received from the goof up that I made with a couple of publications at work. It was MUCH appreciated.
2. The saga of the "Shit ______________ Say" videos. Today's video showcases DC area people. Check it out.
3. We made crafts today during our day long retreat. I was in charge of this project and everyone seemed to love it. Whew!  I am so glad - I made up the project while at Wal-Mart late last night. Yup, I still got it.  The art educator skills...
4. While at the retreat we played a game of "Win, Lose, or Draw". It's a classic 80s game show where you have to draw out the clues without talking, writing words or numbers.  I LOVED this show. Anyway - once the clues slipped into sentences that contained slang words, things slipped into SUPER HILARITY mode! Sample sentence: His Bar Mitzvah was Crunk!
5. A song popped up on a CD I was listening to in my car this morning.  It took me back to my childhood. It also made me think about how, from my perception, kids just don't get thrown nearly as many educational things during the course of their day.  I remember watching Schoolhouse Rock on Saturday mornings and loved them - learning lessons through song.

Crafty McCrafterson Strikes Again!

It's times like these where you wish you had made plans.  Well, I did make plans but I didn't really prepare well enough to execute them. Poor planning on my part.  Oh well, I have plenty to keep me occupied this weekend. Namely crafting and cooking.  C'est la vie!

1. Today I FINALLY picked up a reasonably priced rolling pin.  You see, I needed a rolling pin so that I can make some homemade dog treats for my dog. It'll be his Christmas present.  
2. I made some pretty awesome looking terrariums today.  I got the idea from Pinterest. I happen to love that website!
3. I ordered air plants this week and when I received them, I wasn't quite sure of how I'd use them.  I experimented with a couple of ways and I am loving the results. You can see the results on my crafting blog.
4. Sometimes I forget that I even have HBO as a channel. Luckily I flipped through the channels and saw that the movie, "Hall Pass" was on.  It was pretty silly - but it was funny because it was silly.. It's just what I needed tonight.
5. You ever have one of those days where you remember a lesson in manners that someone taught you as a kid? Today I had a mini flashback.  I flashback on this particular lesson often but today it really struck me.  The lesson was holding doors for people - women in particular. I remember my mother teaching this lesson and she always made me open the door for her.  If I didn't do it automatically, she would stand there waiting for me to open it. When I held the door for this woman today - she looked so appreciative. Chivalry is one of those things that isn't really instilled in folks these days. I love that I was taught to behave chivalrously.

Girl, Listen to this Text Message

What's better than waking up and realizing that you don't have to go to work today?  Well, actually LOTS of things.  For instance, winning the lottery (which would come as a major benefit at this point in my life).  Since that won't likely happen - mostly because I don't play the lottery. This morning I got a text message from my supervisor to inform me that the office would be closed because of a power outage. I guess that leaves me with more time to reflect on the day's events.

1. I know some people think they're gross, but I LOVE pork cracklin's. I bought a bag of them today. If you love bacon, you will probably love these. 
2. I'm trying out a new project today. A photo transfer onto canvas.  I'm pretty sure it's going to work. It was way too simple!  I love easy craft projects. Here's directions on how you can make your own - Photo Canvas.
3. The woman at Home Depot was so nice and cordial. She has a nice Caribbean accent, too.  I felt bad because I didn't always understand what she was asking the first time she would speak. I would ask her to repeat it and she did without getting an attitude. That's how it's done, folks.  Just be nice.
4. Pier One always has some cool stuff. I went in the store tonight and found some cool items on clearance. 
5. A friend of mine posted a clip on Facebook that made me laugh.  "Shit Black Girls Say" is hilarious. I guess you gotta know black girls and grow up around them (as I did) to truly get each joke. "Girl, listen to this text message."  LOLOLOL

Once Got Busy in a Burger King Bathroom...

It's finally the weekend! WOo HOo!  It's been a long, busy week and I am glad to see it come to an end and excited about the weekend. 

1. Day two of roasted veggies for dinner. YUM!  This time I added in carrots.  Why is it that I want to eat more of it for lunch tomorrow???  I get on small "kicks" with foods. I guess this is a good "kick" to be on. 
2. This particular Friday made for an easy commute.  It was almost like a summertime commute. Gotta love that.  Only 30 minutes to get to work.
3. I enjoyed making a few scarves for charity at the community service project on campus today.  It made me consider making more on my own. Hmmm
4. Took Big Mac for a walk today.  We walked a new route today so he was pretty inquisitive about the new territory.  I like that he felt as though he mattered - and he does.  I just have to spend more time with him.
5. On the way to work this morning I heard a song from back in the day.  "The Humpty Dance" by Digital Underground.  WOW.. after all these years, that song STILL ROCKS!

Put it in the Bag!

Lately I've had so much going on that I've been slacking on posting my list of 5 things I've loved about the day.  I guess I have a lot of "irons in the fire." I just gotta keep up with my commitment that I made to myself.  I have noticed that it makes my disposition a lot better. So I will continue! I do have an idea to help with this. I'll probably debut that at the end of the month when I'm on vacation. :0)

1. I completed two craft projects tonight!  It's some work do keep this up but I love that it's something to do or think about every day. 
2. A phone call at work almost halted an order I put in for 2000 collegiate scarves. Luckily it all worked out in the end.  I'm glad that people at work are willing to "make it work".  Thanks, David!
3. In a meeting today, we discussed the possibility of me teaching a photography workshop.  It's exciting and scary at the same time. I'll see what pans out from this - I'm just happy that I took a step toward a dream of mine.
4. I got excited today because I bought etching cream and a paint it yourself bird feeder at Michael's Arts and Crafts.  I think I have a problem... but it's a good problem to have.  At least it's not drugs, alcohol, gambling, etc. hahaha
5. Etsy sent me a gift for being Team Captain of the Men of Etsy.  The gift was a canvas shopping bag with a cool little pattern on it.  How nice and thoughtful.