Organization 101

Ugh. I have got to get myself together. In multiple aspects.

1. Over the past couple years I have collected an assortment of crafting items like scrapbook paper, glue gun, acrylic paint and brushes, etc. They were all purchased with a specific project in mind, and of course I have leftovers and would never throw them out - that's so wasteful! But now, I have two shelves in our linen/storage closet that are a complete mess full of random crafting stuff. I need to get it sorted and put in an organized container, because it is really annoying me.

2. I also have slacked on organizing our finances/bills since I moved. I DID file our taxes however, and was pleasantly surprised to find that we're getting a sizable return this year. Birthing a child definitely has it's benefits ;) But, back to what I was saying. Our bills are unorganized and right now there are about 3 that are past due. Eeek! I need to get it together.

3. And finally - probably most importantly right now. I have soooooooooo many ideas about how to go about putting my business together. But they are all in my head. In a scatterbrained fashion. I need to get a planner to write some of this stuff down. Because having all these ideas in my head only leads to one thing - eventually some WILL get forgotten/put off/confused etc. So please pray for me as I attempt to get my life in order!!! AHHHHHHHHH!!!

:)

P.S. If you have any organization tips for me, feel free to post a comment! I don't have to do all the talking here, you know!

Time to Take the Plunge...

I mentioned in an earlier post my desire to start my own event-planning company. Well, after talking with my husband I've decided it's now or never. I made a promise to myself to get my business up and running before my 30th birthday. I turned 27 in October and realized I can't keep putting it off. If I don't try, I'll always wonder what if - so now's the time!

For now, I'm just putting myself out there to locals. I want to build up my portfolio a bit before we move to our permanent duty station this summer. I know this may sound crazy, but I actually think I want to specialize in kids' parties/events. I've been looking at all these blogs with ideas for Eva's birthday and there is no limit with what you can do for little kiddos. Now, I am not a supporter of extreme extravagance displayed on shows like My Super Sweet Sixteen and the new Outrageous Kid Parties. Although I would be fortunate from a business standpoint to ever have clients with that kind of spending power - the thought of it just churns my stomach.

I hope to chronicle my foray in entrepreneurship here on the bliggity blog. Here goes nothing!

Your Three Words

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Eva is now a bonafide meat-eater. I gave her some of my meatloaf last week and she was grunting for more. The other day after she ate a jar of peas, I gave her some small pieces of my baked chicken. Homegirl was all over it:


What mom? I'm eating!



So much chicken, so little time!



She is well on her way to eating more and more table foods by age one!

I actually won something!!!

Check out this blog and scroll down to giveaway 5.

I can't believe it, I'm a winner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



I know you're probably thinking 'ok a free card design is not that big a deal.' But it is to me. I enter so many contests but remain the perpetual loser.That is why I am so excited about it! And in case you're wondering, I'm going to have her design Eva's party invites. If you remember this post, you'll know plans were starting to take shape. I've got some art projects in the pipeline, so stay tuned for updates! ;)

Eva meets Mr. Swing

Ahhhh, this is so relaxing. Mom, I'm so glad you took me for a walk this morning and found this great park. We've got to do this more often...


Wait, where did that kid come from? Didn't you see I was swinging with my mom?


Seriously, kid. You're not even an infant - why are you in the infant swing? Can't you find somewhere else to play?


Needless to say, I see more scenarios like this during our time here!

Sending virtual hugs and kisses...

This is how you make a kissy face, right?


Mom - that was not a good pic...

Okay, I guess I'll just settle for a smile...


Happy Valentine's Day! Lots of love to our family and friends back home ~ we miss you lots!!!

XOXO - Eva

Finally, some good weather!

I realize that those in the north may dislike this post. You have been warned ;)

I was looking forward to leaving Ohio and coming to Texas so I could leave winter behind and at least enjoy warm weather. Well, a couple days after we got here, the great winter storm of 2011 cruised through here and it's been cold ever since. But yesterday the weather finally got up to 60 degrees and it should be in the 70s all this week. To celebrate, Eva and I went for a 40 minute walk this morning. And it was glorious! I think we'll add that to our daily routine to help us get some fresh air (and also help me shed some of these stubborn pounds!)

Sunny clear weather does wonders for your disposition as well! I think I'll be smiling all week!!! :)