Books, Beads, and Me

I've recently became a Barefoot Books Ambassador.  It means a lot to me to be involved with beautiful books and sharing them with families.  I had my first successful event on Harrison Street in Oak Park, IL.  Harrison Street is a quaint, art-loving community.  I met great people and had a lot of fun. 

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bee hopeful

Today I made several new beads.  I am a member of the Oak Park Women's Exchange.  I am successful as a new member of this fantastic co-op.  It is great to be a part of a community of local, sustainable shoppers and crafters!

This is my new workspace...comes with fantastic views of my front lawn and sounds of James playing his trains!

Me

I have enjoyed all the projects going on in my life.  Keeps me positive because I get to explore all the things I love...books, creativity, and me!  I've lost 20 lbs...pictures to come (I'm still not done in my adventure).  The new house is fabulous.  I love my family life in Illinois.  This Florida girl misses her mom, dad, and friends...but my adventure in the Midwest has been wonderful learning experience.  Life is really like a box of chocolates!

These are a few of my favorite things

I love the smell of fresh cut grass, the sound of James laughing, the sight of my mom smiling, and the feel of my fingers in the garden. Naps, sushi, lemons, a good book, long strolls in the bookstore, a good cup of coffee, a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie, watching Under the Tuscan Sun when I need encouragement. A four-year old telling me, "you're going to be the best teacher I ever have." Friends, family, Dave. Dylan and Kristan for infinite reasons and a long talk with Donald I can't wait to have. I'll tell him how much he meant to his mother and he was her sunshine when things went dark. My dad giving me a hug when he knows I need it. My stuffed animal, Cal, I still sleep with, my sister's PJs in my nightstand drawer. A phone call from Aunt Linda passing down words of wisdom she learned from Grandpa. A big glass of chianti, a long bubble bath with fresh sheets waiting for me. The color yellow, exploring new places, and telling someone, "I'll be there for you." My dreams I want to pursue. Flip flops, fleur-de-lis, and a passion to visit the Italian countryside. This list that will grow with time....these are a few of my favorite things.