Wednesday's "Works"

You know what they say- all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy! 

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We were able to take a nice break from the unpacking today to attend a Butterfly Tea at a local farm to benefit the Special Olympics.  We had hats and accessories to play with, loads of finger foods to eat, and Sophie was even able to release a live butterfly and take home a handmade butterfly lollipop.  It was great fun, and I believe I will let the photos speak for themselves.  Hope you had a wonderful Wednesday!

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Makeover Monday: 7/8

Whew!  It's high time for a makeover, isn't it!?  It's been a looooong many days of decluttering and packing in the old house and preparing the new one.  I won't be fully out of house #1 until the 15th, and that's if all goes smoothly.  And it will, right?  For this week I am blessed to be based primarily at house #2, and it has been so amazing to see the hard work and effort my parents have made while I've been packing house #1.

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Dad power washed the garage floor last week, and was disappointed with the results.  The stains of *vehicles past* refused to budge.  In true Mr. Awesome Superhero fashion, he went out and purchased a couple of gallons of epoxy paint- in a "fun" color (thanks, Mom!) .

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And, he transformed a creepy, icky space into a happy car/storage zone in a few labor intensive hours.  Sometimes love looks like a green garage floor, my friends!

Tuesday's Treat

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I'm a list-maker.  Responsible to a fault.  A *get things done* kind of gal.  So, when confronted with closing up one chapter of my life and moving on to the next, I face it with making phone calls and filling out forms and lining up packing supplies and movers.  These are the things that have to be done, right? 

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Ah, but there is so much more to be done that doesn't come in the form of a line item that can be checked off.  Things like feeling all the feelings that need to be felt.  Working through all of the emotional upheaval that comes with the end of a relationship.  Moving forward within a legal system that doesn't always move quickly or justly enough.  Trusting others to tend to the details that I cannot.  Mothering a little girl who is well aware that big changes are afoot, and helping her find the positive in each day and each opportunity.  Helping myself find the positive in each day and each opportunity.

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The treasure in all of this turmoil is the support I am finding from friends and family, near and far.  People who take time out of their day to send an "I'm thinking about you" message or card.  People who unfailingly send their support in the form of prayers and thoughts.  People who are not afraid that divorce is contagious, and who are not afraid to talk to me even when they don't have a clue what to say.  Or, as in the case of my parents, people who put their own lives completely on hold to be there for me and Sophie through each step of this process.  Yes, *now* kind of sucks, but I am a lucky, lucky girl.

Monday Monday

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Oh, it's been a long time.  Things, they are achangin' around here- as *they* say.  The good news?  I'm bringing you along for a super huge makeover...the transformation of life as I've known it for the last decade. 

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Please join me this summer as Sophie and I relocate from Virginia to Pennsylvania.  We'll be saying goodbye to life in the bustling suburbs and saying hello to small town living.  You'll get to see the new digs, both before (empty) and after, as we decorate our new little nest.  There are sure to be many exciting adventures to share!

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The song shared here today was sent to me by a good friend this morning.  Best listened to on high volume ;)

Thursday's Treasure

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And this is just the envelope!  I have much to be thankful for today, and much to look forward to as well.  Today and all days, be sure to hug your people close and tell them how much they mean to you!

Wednesday's Works

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It's that time again...the bittersweet end of another school year.  I'm busy making fancified pens for the PTA volunteer celebration next week.  10 down- 40 to go.  Can you guess our school colors?

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I've also been hard at work on a custom rug order- size 14" by 72".  Right now it is about 14" by 50", and I'm right on schedule for it to be completed early next week.

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And the last, biggest thing that's been keeping me busy?  Packing!  That's right- you heard it here first... unless you heard it on facebook first.  We are moving to Gettysburg this summer, and Sophie and I couldn't be more excited for our adventure.  See the sosovintage shop announcement for a 20% off coupon code good through the entire month of June!

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How about you?  What do you have going on these days?

Friday's Favorite Fabric Finds

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Three out of five of this week's pretties are new to me.  How many are new to you?  These roses, daisies, and geraniums are perfect for the weather we're having this week.  It has been in the 90s and feels like August instead of May!!  Wishing you all a happy, refreshing weekend :)