Introductions

2/15/2011

Leila would like to introduce you all to:

Valen David
2/13/11 3:19 AM
8lbs. 13oz. & 20"

Momma baby and family are all doing well. Lots of family pictures soon!

6 Confessions

2/11/2011

There are confessions roaming around there in blogosphere so here we go!

-I have lost my cooking mojo (my husband will say I never had it!) This meal above was one of the last thing I made and "stylized"

- I am going crazy waiting for baby since we are getting close (under 2 weeks) I told myself I wouldnt rush it and give the baby his time to grow and come when he is running, the anticipation is killing me since I have a history of being early.

- Pandora is my life saver

- We still dont have a name for the baby

- I would eat cereal for dinner every night if I could (see my first confession)

- This week was 10 times better than last week (thank goodness!)

Have a great weekend everyone!!!

Clutter be gone!

2/09/2011

Just a side note: I love Christine Kane. I have a clutter of an art area (which is why I think I am stifled right now creativity speaking) and clutter seems to be all around me. Little by little we are taking care of it but I will admit it is overwhelming. I am not at the hoarding level yet but I am scared that if I dont make myself accountable I could some day (eek!). Enjoy the article, and wish me clutter free luck!

9 Destructive Reasons We Cling to Clutter

by Christine Kane overwhelmed woman

"Perfection is not when there is no more to add, but no more to take away."

- Antoine de Saint-Exupery

A retired man once told me he loved going camping with his wife because camping showed her how simple life can be "without all that bloomin' stuff she keeps everywhere!"

He's right!

Our lives are meant to be simple. Our intuition and creativity thrive when given freedom and space. Clutter is a disease. Each moment we ignore the reasons we hold on to things we don't want, those things rob us of energy, health, and clarity. Yes, clutter is destructive!

If you're a clutter-clinger, be kind to yourself. Begin with an awareness of your thoughts and excuses. For starters, read over this list to see if you can find YOUR excuse!

Clutter Excuse #1: "I'd be a mean horrible person if I..."

Guilt is heavy gooey energy that convinces us we're bad people if we let go of heirlooms, knick-knacks, unwanted clothing or gifts.

These items clutter up our lives and keep us in a comfortable - but draining - place. And conveniently, we never have to decide what we actually do want in our environment. We become environmental victims. Often, that spreads into other parts of our lives too!

Clutter Excuse #2 - "I spent so much on it!"

Do you punish yourself for having made a bad choice by keeping the item around? Or convince yourself that you're going to get your money's worth - even if it drains the heck out of you?

You won't. And it will.

We've all done stupid things. And we've all had to let them go. Now it's your turn.

Clutter Excuse #3 - "I might need this someday."

I often wonder how many idle telephone cords exist in the world. Way in the back of old desk drawers. Stuffed on closet shelves. They can't be gotten rid of.

Why?

Because we might need them some day.

Evidently, some day - in spite of technological progress - you're going to need that particular grey phone cord that came in the box with a phone you bought in 1989.

Throw it out. Now.

Same thing goes for: The broken fax machine, switch plates from your first house, and every glass flower vase that came with deliveries.

Clutter Excuse #4 - "I might do this someday."

I know. I know.

Someday you'll take those broken pieces of china you've collected and create a beautiful mosaic birdbath. And you'll go through those stacks of magazines and make that collage for your sister's 30th birthday party. (She's 51 now.)

Now - I don't mean to deny you your plans and dreams. However, I urge you to consider experiencing the infinite relief that appears when you let old project ideas go.

Call your sister and tell her the collage ain't gonna happen. Buy a mosaic birdbath from an artist who makes her living from creating such treasures.

And then, make space for what you want to do. Don't fill your space with what you should do.

Clutter Excuse #5 - "I gotta look good to my guests."

CD's. Books. DVD's. Are these items treasured? Or are they simply a prop so your guests will be impressed by your intelligence and diverse tastes?

Remember this: we are motivated by two things: Fear or Love. Which of these keeps you clinging to items because of appearances?

Clutter Excuse #6 - "I Don't Know Where It Goes."

When items don't have a home, it's harder to determine whether or not they are clutter. Some things may seem like clutter - like the cute card that your daughter made that floats around from drawer to drawer - but they're not clutter.

They're homeless.

Once you start defining spaces for items, then it's easier to see when something doesn't fit anywhere and should just get tossed.

Clutter Excuse #7 - "My thoughts don't have any power. Do they?"

Everything has energy. The thoughts you have about the things in your home CREATE energy. If you are surrounded by stuff you keep out of guilt, then your environment holds guilt. If you hang on to stuff given to you by your ex, and you still feel bitter - then there is bitterness in your home.

Get it?

It's either fueling you or draining you. If anything triggers you, then that is your barometer. Let it go.

Clutter Excuse #8 - "But I never wore it!"

See Clutter Excuse #2.

Clutter Excuse #9 - "There's too much stuff!"

Overwhelm can stop us in our tracks. If this article makes you aware that there are lots of items in your life you don't like, then go slow. Schedule small chunks of time each day. It takes time to be clutter-free! But the newfound clarity and lightness are worth it!


Christine Kane is the Mentor to Women Who are Changing the World. She helps women uplevel their lives, their businesses and their success. Her weekly LiveCreative eZine goes out to over 12,000 subscribers. If you are ready to take your life and your world to the next level, you can sign up for a F.R.E.E. subscription at http://christinekane.com.

Sketch Monday

2/07/2011
Sketch Monday

Alrighty folks.... time for a new sketch! Thought I could let the other sit for a little while until inspiration strikes to finish it.

The kiddos both have colds/fevers today so no daycare and momma working from home. Should be interesting there has been lots of fights already this morning as to who gets to cuddle with momma!

Happy Birthday little man!

2/04/2011
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Today is Kenson's 2nd birthday. I am still in amazement that it has only been 2 years. I cant imagine my life without this little guy.

Kenson, you are an amazing little soul and I cant wait to see you grow up. You have an aurora about you that just makes people happy. Your smile can melt the coldest of hearts. I hope of all these amazing traits you have you never lose the shine in your eyes and the smile that can light up a room.

I am blessed, and thankful that I get to be your momma. Love you baby boy!

Snow Day- Not for the faint of heart

2/02/2011

(Photo courtesy of a friend on Facebook)

It will be all over the blogosphere today and tomorrow the blizzard of 2011. We are hunkered down and baking cookies. Pray for my sanity though folks. We have already had one little girl decide that since it snowed outside it only made sense that it snowed shredded cheese on our living room floor *smile* Ah snow days.

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