Blog Candy Win!

Happy Sunday!  We've a bit of every kind of weather this weekend.  It's been sunny, windy and snowy.    

This past week I received two packages in the mail.  One is the lovely necklace I won as part of Claire's birthday celebration.  Thank you so much!  Please visit her blog HERE.  She's still having birthday candy!  Not only that, she's quite an amazing person and will definitely inspire you.

Very cool postcard (sorry for the glare).

A beautiful leaf inside the box.

A beautiful round that says Soul and a turquoise bead.

Claire, thank you so much for this lovely candy.  It will be worn often with you in mind.  Since I'm in New Mexico anything turquoise catches my eye.  Not only that, but the word, Soul.  It gave me pause and made me evaluate myself a little more deeply.  That in itself is a gift.

Peace,
Kay 

WOYWW 249 - Bird feeder Reveal

Hello desk hoppers!  If you don't know what I'm talking about then go on over to visit Julia at Stamping Ground.  People from all over the world share their desks, no matter the condition, and projects they've been working on.

I've painted the flowers and birdies.  It's almost ready to bring some color into my garden.  I need to paint over some drips, add some dimensional color and give the birds eyes.

Rather than show you my desk I thought I'd show you my closet.  I'm very happy with the progress - although I still have things in my storage unit.  I don't think there's craft supplies except canvases.   

And my pin-up!

As always, I will visit those that visit me (please leave your number) and those that end in the same number as me.  From there on it's anyone's guess as to who I'll visit.

Peace,
Kay 

Friday Smiles - Oh what comes out of the mouth of babes.

Happy Friday to you all!  I'm linking up with Annie from A Stitch In Time.  I've really enjoyed ending the week this way.  Today I'm sharing a true story that involves a friend of mine's daughter.

My friend's daughter (Sherri) is taking classes and teaching second grade, full-time, in Marysville, WA.  She'll graduate from Western Washington University in June. 

Sherri forgot about having gum in her mouth, (which is still not allowed in school), and was assisting a little girl with her assignment.  The seven year old said, "Miss Smith, your breath smells minty..." and then the girl squinted her eyes and pursed her lips and in an accusatory expression she added "like gum."
  
When my friend shared this story I just knew it is perfect for "Friday Smiles."   I just had to laugh when she sent me the email telling me about Sherri's latest teaching "lesson."

I hope there's something in your life that makes you smile, and sometimes, chuckle out loud!!

Peace,
Kay
  

WOYWW 247 - Bird Feeder Progress

Hi all.  It's another Wednesday, time to link up with Julia at Stamping Ground.  If you aren't familiar with WOYWW then visit Julia; there are links to blogs from all over the world.  These kindly artists share what is on their crafty desks and projects in the works.

My desk pretty much looks the same so I thought I'd show you the bird feeder.  We had a calm day over the weekend so I was able to spray paint it.  I covered the flowers and birds so they wouldn't be green.  

Before

After

I'm happy with how it's looking so far.  I will add some dimension to the leaves using acrylic paints.  I will also paint the birds and flowers, but first I need to do a bit of sanding.  

My neighbors gave me the feeder several years ago for Christmas.  I can't wait to show them the renovation!  I think they will be pleased with how I've brought it back to life.

As usual, I will visit those that visit me (please leave your number) and those that end in the same number.  After that I'll visit others as I can.

Peace,
Kay