Right Here. Right Now. | Oct 24

Back in 2011, inspired by my friends, Lee and Christa, I started a weekly list of documenting my life at a moment in time.  I kept it up for a bit but life got busy.

So I tried again in 2013.  This time, I stuck with it for a decidedly longer bit of time - and looking back, I love that I included PhotoBooth selfies each time!  So great to go back and see life at a given point in time. But alas, blogging took a back seat to Life.

Well, hopefully the third time's a charm.  Because I'm resurrecting this again, in hope that it will encourage regular blogging and documenting of our daily life.

The Project:  Every Sunday (or some part during the weekend!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 12:01 pm on oct 25, 2015
weather outside:   overcast, cool
mood inside:  productive

listening to:  my Rdio paylist (presently playing, Call by Francesco Yates)
eating:  a simple breakfast of a toasted bagel with herb & garlic cream cheese
drinking:  water
wearing:  black yoga pants, black henley shirt
feeling:  productive - hoping to check off several things of my list today!
wanting:  another day in this weekend
needing:  to find a solution to paper clutter
thinking:  about food prep for the week
enjoying:  this crisp fall weather - my favourite season!
learning:  to say yes more to my family and no to everyone else
creating:  plans for the upcoming fundraiser crop I'm planning!
wondering:  about the results from Aili's EEG on Tuesday
procrastinating:  cleaning my studio (see photo below!)
loving:  my new wood wall in my dining room! (see it on Instagram here)
anticipating:  dinner with my dad tonight!

what a mess!

Cheers,

Getting to Know Me - 2015 Edition

Browsing through my blog post, I came across this quiz, sent to me from a friend.

Since I want to do a better job of documenting the Here and Now, I thought it would be interesting to see how my life has changed in five years...


1. What is your occupation right now? 
2010: Accountant. Writer. Photographer. Teacher. Mom.  Take your pick.

2015: Mom. Wife. Accountant. Scrapbooker. Event Coordinator. 

2. What colour are your socks right now? 

2010: Pink

2015: Black

3. What are you listening to right now? 

2010: Beautiful Day by U2

2015: Prayer in C by Robin Schulz

4. What was the last thing that you ate? 

2010: Marshmallow egg

2015: Red seedless grapes

5. Can you drive a stick shift?  

2010: But of course!

2015: Definitely.  It's a good skill to have!

6. Last person you spoke to on the phone? 

2010: Gary, via BlackBerry Messenger

2015: My nephew, Cory, via iMessage

7. Do you like the person who sent this to you? 

2010: Absolutely!

2015: Still like her, although I haven't seen here in years!

8. How old are you today? 

2010: 42.  And holding.

2015: 39.  I don't know how that happened...

9. What is your favourite sport to watch on TV?  

2010: Hockey, with soccer and football tied for second place.

2016: Football, hands down!  Probably the ONLY sport I watch on TV.  Even with the Blue Jays in the finals...

10. What is your favourite drink? 

2010: Lime Margharitas and Bailey's on ice.

2015: Gin and tonic, Bloody Caesars

11. Have you ever dyed your hair?  

2010: Ever since I was 19 - heck, I can't even REMEMBER my original shade!

2015: Out of necessity now. So. Much. Grey. (although the "Granny look" is trending!)

12. Favourite food?  

2010: King crab legs

2015: Still crab legs, with salted butter. Also a thick, juicy steak is delicious!

13. What is the last movie you watched? 

2010: Up In The Air

2015: The Princess Diaries (trying to keep Aili awake for her sleep-deprived EEG test the next morning) and Back to the Future (in honour of yesterday - Oct 21, 2015!)

14. Favorite day of the year? 

2010: First day of school! :D

2015: First day of summer!

15. How do you vent anger? 

2010: I'd say yoga... but there's nothing like a good cleansing scream.

2015: See above.

16. What was your favourite toy as a child? 

2010: Easy Bake oven.  Barbie Stylin' Head.

2015: See above.  And my Hot Wheels race track.

17. What is your favourite season? 

2010: Fall

2015: This answer will never change - I LOVE fall weather!

18. Cherries or Blueberries? 

2010: Cherries

2015: Cherries. Unless I'm super hungry and don't want to chew around the pit! :)

19. Do you want your friends to e-mail you back? 

2010: I want them to post their answer on THEIR blog, with a link in my comments so I can see! :)

2015: n/a

20. Who is the most likely to respond?  

2010: I dunno!

2015: n/a


21. Who is least likely to respond? 

2010: I dunno!

2015: n/a

22. Living arrangements? 

2010: Hubby, son, daughter.

2015: Hubby. Son. Daughter. Still waiting for the hubby to agree to another Golden Retriever...

23. When was the last time you cried? 

2010: January

2015: Last week.  Stupid commercial.

24. What is on the floor of your closet? 

2010: Bag of clothes to donate.  Basket of shoes.  Laundry Basket.  Clothes that missed the aforementioned item.

2015: Framed university/college degree/diplomas. Sconces to be hung up. Basket of mismatched socks. (WHERE DO THEY GO!?!?!)

25. Who is the friend you have had the longest that you are sending to? 

2010: n/a

26. What did you do last night? 

2010: Easter dinner with family, then played Wii.

2015: Event planning for fundraiser crop (April 2016!! Save the date!)

27. What are you most afraid of?  

2010: Something terrible happening to any of my family members or friends.

2015: Same

28. Plain, cheese or spicy hamburger? 

2010: Cheese, please - but make mine mozzarella and don't be afraid to add some sauteed onions and mushrooms, and a bit of bbq sauce, too!

2015: Cheese - more specifically, a Big Daddy Mac from Mamo Burger!

29. Favourite dog breed? 

2010: Golden Retrievers, of course.

2015: Still love 'em!

30. Favourite day of the week? 

2010: Friday.  The only day where we don't have swim practice or gymnastics or meetings... it's our Family night.

2015: Thursday or Friday - depending on when the football game is! :)

31. How many countries have you lived in? 

2010: One

2015: Still one... unless I win the 50 millions dollars and then I'm moving to Bora Bora.

32. Diamonds or pearls? 

2010: Diamonds - much less pretentious and a whole lot more sparkly!

2015: Diamonds - it's all about the bling, baby!

33. What is your favourite flower? 

2010: Gerbera Daisy, Stargazer Lily, Dahlia, Iris... I'm not particular, if you want to send them...

2015: Peonies. And orchids.

Right Here Right Now | Nov 24

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or some part during the weekend!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

(Sorry for the sporadic blogging - trying to be all things to all people... and not succeeding at all of them!  Aiming for better documenting in the future...)

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 1:10 pm on nov 24, 2013
weather outside:   cold, bitter but snowless!
mood inside:  tired, crafty

listening to:  love don't die by the fray
eating:  nothing
drinking:  peppermint mocha latte
wearing:  yoga pants, t-shirt and hoodie
feeling:  productive - on my way to a clean studio
wanting:  to set up christmas decorations but... (see needing)
needing:  gary to get christmas decorations out of storage
thinking:  about what to make for dinner tonight
enjoying:  the crafting going on around here - sock snowmen, pom pom animals, painting...
learning:  that nine year old girls have a scream that is a decibel range all its' own
creating:  a layout for a cover challenge!
wondering:  how connor is doing at his volunteering gig today
procrastinating:  laundry and menu planning for the week
loving:  my little sock snowman family - so cute!
anticipating:  connor's first "real" orthodontist appointment on wednesday - let the $$ suction begin!

crazy sleep-deprived girls

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
November Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Nov 30, 2013)

Leave Your Legacy: Top Ten Lists (deadline:  Nov 30, 2013)

Right Here Right Now | Oct 6

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or some part during the weekend!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 12:15 pm on oct 6, 2013
weather outside:   overcast, cool
mood inside:  quiet, peaceful

listening to:  the humming of the refrigerator
eating:  just finished homemade waffles with pure maple syrup
drinking:  chai tea latte
wearing:  pyjamas - lazy sunday!
feeling:  a bit sore from dental surgery earlier this week (i'm falling apart! LOL!)
wanting:  to get out to see my dad, who was discharged from hospital yesterday
needing:  to jump in the shower to get motivated!
thinking:  about our emcee speech for the upcoming wedding
enjoying:  watching the breaking bad episodes - such a good show!!
learning:  to say no and make time for family
creating:  a sketch for upcoming ScrapFest!
wondering:  how my dad is coping at my sister's place, rather than his home
procrastinating:  doing the dishes - especially with my big paper cut from work yesterday... yeouch!
loving:  the cream-cheese filled pumpkin muffins I adapted from a Pinterest idea!  Will share, once I make them again and take photos!
anticipating:  my follow-up appointment with the surgeon to see if a follow-up surgery is required

good morning afternoon!

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
October Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Oct 31, 2013)

Leave Your Legacy: Top Ten Lists (deadline:  Nov 30, 2013)

Right Here Right Now | Sept 7

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or some part during the weekend!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 1:05 am on sept 8, 2013
weather outside:   overcast, cool
mood inside:  quiet, lonely

listening to:  the lack of noise
eating:  frozen banana peanut butter nutella ice cream
drinking:  nothing
wearing:  pyjamas
feeling:  lonely, with my family gone away to Rondeau Park for the weekend - i had to work :(
wanting:  to get artsy but having no creative mojo right now... :(
needing:  to go to bed so i can get a good night's sleep and be up early tomorrow!
thinking:  about an upcoming decision to be made
enjoying:  the solitude, just a little bit!
learning:  that a house will almost always make weird noises when you're home alone!
creating:  a to-do list for tomorrow
wondering:  how cold my family is tonight, sleeping in their tent?
procrastinating:  bedtime - that king size bed is so huge when you're all by yourself!
loving:  that i have free reign of the tv!  i have watched dirty dancing, maid in manhattan, the ugly truth and crazy stupid love so far... highly unproductive but totally relaxing!
anticipating:  hearing all about their trip!

no selfie tonight - too late and too dark!

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the other challenges on my blog for a chance to win:

September 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Sep 30, 2013)

Leave Your Legacy: Top Ten Lists (deadline:  Nov 30, 2013)

Right Here Right Now | Aug 31

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or some part during the weekend!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 1:16 am on aug 30, 2013
weather outside:   stormy, windy
mood inside:  peaceful, reflective

listening to:  the dryer, tumbling
eating: nothing
drinking:  nothing
wearing:  capri pants, striped top
feeling:  excited for the kids to go back to school
wanting:  my e-check to clear so i can print out my new planner and get ready for the school year
needing:  to go to bed so i can get up early tomorrow
thinking:  about plans for this long weekend
enjoying:  football practices - time to break out the telephoto!
learning:  to say no to more things, so i can be present and enjoy life
creating:  nothing right now, but hopefully tomorrow!
wondering:  HOW to break out the telephoto at football practice without seeming creepy!? LOL!
procrastinating:  calling a home reno crew for our master bath... cha-ching!
loving:  my new colour/cut - it's grown so much lately!
anticipating:  the sketchy challenge which i'll be posting on the 1st!!  

tired eyes...need to get to bed!

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
August 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  TODAY!!!)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  TODAY!!!)

Right Here Right Now | Aug 23

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or some part during the weekend!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 8:26 pm on aug 23, 2013
weather outside:   cool, beautiful
mood inside:  quiet, productive

listening to:  treasure by bruno mars
eating: nothing
drinking:  swiss hazelnut latte
wearing:  capri pants, purple top
feeling:  anxious about the workload coming up, with 3 inventories looming
wanting:  to get into my studio to play
needing:  to clean the kitchen after dinner
thinking:  about my sister
enjoying:  having connor back home
learning:  that i'm more productive with a schedule/to-do list
creating:   a mental checklist of what i need to accomplish this week when gary and the kids are gone camping
wondering:  how much of that checklist i will actually get done... :)
procrastinating:  our back-to-school shopping - it's just screams "summer's over!"
loving:  the fact that my hair is just long enough for a top knot - so easy...
anticipating:  my alone time this week - all i want to do is create!

voila!  a top knot - albeit messy from the convertible ride home from work today... :)

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
August 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Aug 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Aug 17

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The Project:  Every Saturday weekend, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 2:43 pm on aug 18, 2013
weather outside:   sunny, warm
mood inside:  tired, happy

listening to:  disturbia by rihanna (on xbox kinect just dance 4 game)
eating: nothing
drinking:  diet coke
wearing:  pyjamas (yes, still! lazy sunday...)
feeling:  full after our brunch
wanting:  to continue sketching
needing:  to menu plan for the upcoming week
thinking:  about heading out in the canoe for a paddle
enjoying:  the quiet after a busy weekend
learning:  to sketch a little bit each day to teach myself how to draw
creating:  a sketch of an abbey bominable doll
wondering:  how long before I can sketch like christyann?
procrastinating:  grocery shopping and laundry - the bane of my existence!
loving:  the weather lately!
anticipating:  a week without sibling bickering, with connor visiting his grandfather this week

I know - not a self portrait but I wanted to share this!  Aili received this artwork for her birthday from ChristyAnn, a friend of her Uncle Scott, of two of her favourite things - Monster High and Calvin & Hobbes!  Isn't it so fun!?

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
August 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Aug 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Aug 10

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 9:11 pm on aug 10, 2013
weather outside:   cool, overcast
mood inside:  restless, antsy

listening to:  crazy by daniel powter
eating: nothing  - sticking to my no-eating-after-8pm rule!
drinking:  nothing
wearing:  black capris & t-shirt, pink hoodie
feeling:  restless
wanting:  to do something creative
needing:  to prepare a few packages for mailing
thinking:  about what to do for aili's birthday cake situation
enjoying:  the Eternal Guardians series by elisabeth naughton
learning:  to get in the habit of meal planning to help us with our healthier lifestyle
creating:  nothing yet...
wondering:  how much work is piled on my desk after 10 days away?  :(
procrastinating:  catching up on my mail & bill paying since returning home
loving:  the family time we've had since week!
anticipating:  tabitha's visit with her bunnies this week - aili will be so excited!

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
August 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Aug 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Aug 4

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or Sunday in this case!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  peterborough, ontario, canada @ 11:44 pm on aug 4, 2013
weather outside:   cool, quiet
mood inside:  tired

listening to:  silence
eating: nothing (too late!)
drinking:  ice water
wearing:  yoga pants, white t-shirt
feeling:  headache-y and sore
wanting:  to head to bed
needing:  some Solarcaine
thinking:  about our plans for the next few days
enjoying:  our visit with the Murphys
learning:  that I should put sunscreen on myself, before I lather up the kids - or else I will forget!
creating:  a list of things we need to remember to pack
wondering:  how long before I stop looking like a lobster?
procrastinating:  ??
loving:  the weather for the past few days (despite the sunburn!)
anticipating:  meeting up with some friends this week

just a peek at my sunburn - and this is at the end of day 2!  pass the solarcaine please...

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
July 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Jul 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Jul 29

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or Monday in this case!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 9:41 pm on july 29, 2013
weather outside:   cool, overcast
mood inside:  quiet

listening to:  she-wolf by david guetta/sia
eating: nothing (too late!)
drinking:  water
wearing:  capri yoga pants, t-shirt, pink hoodie
feeling:  proud that i've been sticking to my healthier lifestyle - and the 9.8 lbs gone proves it!
wanting:  to do something creative!
needing:  to tidy my studio - again!
thinking:  about seeing good friends again!  can't wait...
enjoying:  photos from cadet camp, posted by the CSTC HMCS Ontario
learning:  that eating well requires a commitment - one that i'm ready to make
creating:  nothing after nearly 29 hours of creating wedding invitations this weekend!  can't wait to share a peek...
wondering:  if i'd embarrass connor if i bring my huge telephoto lens to his parade/graduation ceremony...?
procrastinating:  cleaning out my closet - although as I continue to drop lbs, I will need the room for new clothes, right? :)
loving:  aili's sense of humour right now
anticipating:  seeing Connor again!

not a selfie, but i wanted to share the aftermath of 168 invitations completed 
- looks like i'll have a ton of ivory scraps...

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
July 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Jul 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | July 21

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The Project:  Every Saturday (or Sunday in this case!), at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 9:39 pm on july 21, 2013
weather outside:   muggy, cloudy
mood inside:  tired, content

listening to:  blurred lines by robin thicke
eating: nothing
drinking:  water
wearing:  pyjamas, pink hoodie
feeling:  sleepy, even though it's not even 10pm
wanting:  to head to bed early tonight
needing:  to tidy my studio
thinking:  about my nephew's invitations
enjoying:  the wedding shower today
learning:  that i can't wear heels like i used to!
creating:  the september sketch for the sketchy challenge!
wondering:  how connor is making out at his first night at camp
procrastinating:  tidying my studio
loving:  the thunderstorms we've been having!
anticipating:  photos from cadet camp, posted by the CSTC HMCS Ontario

my sisters and I, taken earlier today at taunia's shower

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
July 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Jul 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

RIght Here Right Now | Jul 13

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  belle river, ontario, canada @ 11:15 am on july 13, 2013
weather outside: sunny, hot
mood inside:  happy, free

listening to: beautiful day by u2
eating: nothing
drinking:  water
wearing:  black capris, black tank top
feeling:   free from clutter
wanting:  the yard sale to be over already!
needing:  to start working on my IE challenge project
thinking:  about what we're going to do with the stuff left over
enjoying:  being outside, despite my sunburn from yesterday - and I stayed in the garage for most of the day!  how did that happen?!?
learning:  to live more simply
creating:  some rooms for only those things we truly love and need 
wondering:  how connor is enjoying his week with granddad
procrastinating:  making lunch
loving:  the $$$ we are making! :)
anticipating:  dinner out tonight with my sister and brother-in-law

(well it's not a photo of me, but this is my view!  and this is day 2!!! where did we get all this stuff!?!)

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
1,000th Blog Post giveaway (deadline:  June 30/13 EXTENDED TO JULY 15,2013)
July 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Jul 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Jul 6

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline:  the art house studio in cambridge, ontario, canada @ 2:45 pm on july 6, 2013
weather outside: sunny, hot
mood inside:  fun, creative

listening to: cambridge radio station
eating: nothing
drinking:  water
wearing:  black pants, black tshirt, wonder woman apron
feeling:   artistic
wanting:  my paint to dry faster!
needing:  to find room in my studio for painting supplies now
thinking:  about quitting my job to just paint all day! *i wish*
enjoying:  the creative process
learning:  to let go when I create!
creating:  art for our living room, hopefully!
wondering:  what the family is up to?
procrastinating:  the drive home
loving:  spending time with holly and Karen
anticipating:  seeing the family again

(photo to follow, as I'm at the studio, on the iPad!!)
Here's a photo from the beginning of our class - I will share phase-by-phase photos from start to finish this week! Please excuse the unflattering photo... I blame the lighting - and the lack of sleep! ;)  Just keepin' it real, people...

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
1,000th Blog Post giveaway (deadline:  June 30/13 EXTENDED TO JULY 15,2013)
July 2013 Sketchy Challenge (deadline:  Jul 31/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Jun 29

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline: belle river, ontario, canada @ 5:05 pm on june 29, 2013
weather outside: sunny, hot
mood inside:  quiet

listening to:  madness by muse
eating:  nothing
drinking:  tim hortons iced cappuccino
wearing:  black yoga pants, white tank, hot pink hoodie - and pigtails!
feeling:   tired, after working today
wanting:  to lay down for a quick nap
needing:  to get on the treadmil instead!
thinking:  about maybe changing up my hair colour for the summer
enjoying:  a clean house - cleaners came today!
learning:  how to create a split letter monogram
creating:  wedding invitation samples
wondering:  my upcoming consultation/possible surgery with the specialist
procrastinating:  cleaning my studio
loving:  my new magic mouse
anticipating:  our holiday bbq with the R family tomorrow

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
1,000th Blog Post giveaway (deadline:  June 30/13)

Sketchy Challenge:  June 2013 (deadline:  June 30/13)
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Right Here Right Now | Jun 22

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline: belle river, ontario, canada @ 1:02 pm on june 22, 2013
weather outside: muggy, slight breeze
mood inside:  anticipatory, active

listening to:  gary tell connor to get ready to go
eating:  a spinach/tomato omelette, carrots & hummus
drinking:  water
wearing:  black yoga pants, long sleeve black henley
feeling:  satisfied 
wanting:  to continue in the garage sale preparation
needing:  to get out the door to buy connor a shirt/tie for grad
thinking:  about what else I can get rid of - on our way to clutter free!
enjoying:  the sound of giggling coming from aili's room
learning:  to say "no" to the kids less... more flexibility = happier children
creating:  more room for a pool table, maybe?! :)
wondering:  what, if any, awards connor will receive at graduation on monday?
procrastinating:  grocery shopping - truly a hated task, next to lunch-making...
loving:  caramel skor apple dip, right now - so not good for me, but oh, so yummy!
anticipating:  seeing connor in his suit and tie, handsome and proud, on monday...

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the giveaways/challenges on my blog for a chance to win:
1,000th Blog Post giveaway (deadline:  June 30/13)

Sketchy Challenge:  June 2013 (deadline:  June 30/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)

Right Here Right Now | Jun 15

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline: belle river, ontario, canada @ 9:45 pm on june 15, 2013
weather outside: cool, drizzly
mood inside:  happy, sated

listening to:  Pirates of the Carribean - At Land's End
eating:  cotton candy (?!?)
drinking:  diet coke
wearing:  pyjamas
feeling:  happy 
wanting:  for nothing
needing:  to concentrate on the movie or I'll be lost!
thinking:  about when to have our yard sale
enjoying:  this peaceful end to a great family day
learning:  that the fair hasn't changed in 30 years
creating:  a list of things to accomplish this week
wondering:  why I never learn until too late, that cotton candy makes me feel ill?
procrastinating:  laundry - how can four people create so much?
loving:  the look of pure glee on Aili's face today after she conquered her fears over a particularly scary ride
anticipating:  some creative time tomorrow while Connor and Gary head to the movies

(sorry, it's dark in here for the movie - not enough light for a photo!)

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the challenges on my blog for a chance to win:

Sketchy Challenge:  June 2013 (deadline:  June 30/13)
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Right Here Right Now | Jun 12

Well, I started this project the Saturday before last and this past Saturday was a whirlwind of icing and butter and I completely forgot about this!  But better late than never, I always say....

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The Project:  Every Saturday, at some point, I will post a self-portrait (it won't always be pretty - I'm warning you now!!) and document what I'm doing/feeling/seeing... right now.

dateline: belle river, ontario, canada @ 8:28 pm on june 12, 2013
weather outside: warm, humid
mood inside:  frazzled, tired

listening to:  Bruno Mars - When I Was Your Man
eating:  nothing
drinking:  water
wearing:  black capri yoga pants, burgundy long-sleeved tee
feeling:  overwhelmed
wanting:  a few more hours in every day
needing:  to tuck Aili into bed
thinking:  about what the kids can get Gary for Father's Day
enjoying:  the solitude
learning:  to prioritize
creating:  (or about to create) by layout for my Inspiration Elevator challenge
wondering:  if summer will ever get here?
procrastinating:  garage sale prep - ugh, I hate marking...
loving:  that tonight is the last Wed of cadets - no more working Wednesday nights!!
anticipating:  seeing my dad again this weekend - so hard to find time to get out there to visit!

Cheers,

P/S:  Don't forget about the challenges on my blog for a chance to win:

Sketchy Challenge:  June 2013 (deadline:  June 30/13)
Leave Your Legacy: Pet Peeves (deadline:  Aug 31/13)