So, I have this online friend FOREVER now. Her name is Carrie and she is one of the sweetest people you could ever meet. She only has one flaw that I have ever noticed and that is her undying love of cats. She is always getting a new cat. She even has some freaky dwarf cat! It's like a wiener dog! If you know me even a little bit, you have probably learned I have a huge FEAR of cats......and wiener cats just push me past my limit......but really, this isn't about me, it's all about Carrie
Tell me about you and your family......
I am a stay at home mom, I have 4 children ranging in age from 3-12. I have been married to my wonderful husband Tom for 8 years. We live on the "Funny Farm" (That's what a lot of people call us) We have around 40 animals. Dogs, Cats, Chickens, Goats, Rabbits - you name it we have taken it in!
What is your store name and link?
My store is Country Cottage Aromas
What do you specialize in?
Well, I started out with Goats Milk soap, then added tarts, and now I am adding my handcrafted items and more.
How did you get started?
I started out because I had tried a bar of Goats Milk Soap and fell in love! I tried to order again and saw that the wahm went out of business. So, I tried someone else - same deal, she went out of business as well. So, I thought to myself "I can do it!"
What do you love about your business?
I love that I am home with my children most of all. I also love making soaps and sewing so I do what I love :-) Working from home gives you the freedom to work when you want like it isn't a 9-5 job!
What is your favorite product right now?
Definitely my Oatmeal Milk & Honey Soap! I LOVE IT!
What makes your shop different?
I think my shop is different because I sell such a wide variety of items and I make them all myself.
What do you love about handcrafts?
I love how every item is unique!
What are some other sites to find out more about you and what you love to create?
??????? No clue!
Stitchblade note.....MY BLOG!
What are some of your favorite online shops?
Of course Stitchblade! I think you are awesome!!! I could learn SO MUCH from you!!! I also love Missys Tempting Tarts, and Bella Bug Boutique
Stitchblade note...head is swelling, it may explode...
Want to try Carrie's Goats Milk Soap? She has given us a bar to giveaway to one lucky reader! All you need to do is visit her site and then come back here and comment about what you would love to try sometime.
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My favorite Holidays are quickly sneaking up on us. I love Thanksgiving. I always have, I was born on Thanksgiving day even! Occasionally my birthday lands on my beloved T day! This year it is the day before my birthday. I guess I get to eat left over turkey sandwiches on my birthday. Maybe some sweet potato pie, apple pie, pumpkin pie (which I just learned I do actually like). Yes I LOVE T day! J suggested that we have T day at our house this year. I don't think I am up for it. There are sooo many people in his family and I just don't think I could keep it together. I tend to get flustered and really...like seriously...I just don't think I can do it.
It is so nice and cool out. Such an awesome thing here in Texas to have a cool breezy night. I'm so used to Michigan weather, and while I do not miss Michigan, I do miss the cold. I miss being able to bundle up with an electric blanket. I miss going sledding, I miss snowball fights. I miss making snowmen, I miss making snow angels. I don't miss the dreary gray skies, and nasty sludge on the roads though. I just miss snow.
Well our condenser coil on our AC froze up, so I just about died today. I needed to sew, but it was just way too hot and I didn't manage to do that. I talked to J about some things he wanted to pick up from the store. Something about clamps and other work holding thingamajiggers. Don't ask me...I have no clue. Only thing I know about clamps are what I use for piercing..otherwise known as forceps...oh yea and those things Jessica has in the back of her nightstand drawer, but we won't talk about that here..... Anyhow...this evening we had a field trip to a Photography studio for Morgan's 4H class. She enjoyed that and can not wait to get started on her assignments. This 4H thing really has been fun so far. The little ones have Clover Buds tomorrow, then it is Entomology, Drama (clowning) and Leadership for Morgan. 4H days are long but totally worth it.
I just came across a new site called Unicorn Media. This appears to be a great new tool for music promotion as well as independent film promotion! I am always browsing for sites like this to help support my husbands band. This site is totally FREE for artists and the fans! Currently you can use the Artist Beta to browse and look at the developing features for this great new tool.
I went and checked out the blog for the site as well. They have a lot of tips and information for film and music artists and I will be bookmarking this! I especially liked reading the post about getting your band signed to a label. The blog posts are written in a way that makes it enjoyable to read instead of the typical droning you come across on other blogs of this nature. I was quite pleased. On the blog I also came across some posts of reviews. I will be spending more time there reading the reviews and checking out the music since I am always on the look out for new tunes.
One thing that impressed me is that Unicorn Media celebrated Earth Day and dedicated a post to recognizing musicians that helped make a difference.
Unicorn Media is for the Artist! They want to help get you noticed! So check it out, hook it up, then use your myspace and direct people to Unicorn Media to hear and view your hard work!
Unicorn Media believes that artists should have a place to showcase their music in the high quality they intended it, build a fan base, interact directly with their fans and make money.
As you know, our friend Ben Cooksey committed suicide in July. His family has set up a walk team and we have joined it.
This was assigned to me by Heather
I am a Tattoo Artist and Body Piercer
I have 3 daughters
I am learning to play the guitar
I am afraid of cats, birds, and spider monkeys
I am self taught in everything that I do and believe I can do anything!
I have a thumbprint shaped birthmark on my bootie
I love thrift stores
I have been nursing for 4 yrs, 4 mo, and 6 days straight as of today
I'm 33 but I think I am 21
I love my friends
Passing this on to 10 other people
Just wanted to post to let any locals that read my blog know that my husband is in construction. You know....framing, carpentry, decks, carports, remodeling, new construction, custom homes, doors, windows, trim and anything else that goes along with it. If you need something done get in contact with me and I will send you his contact info. He has many years of experience and is a perfectionist...like so much so that he drives me nuts when I am sewing with double checking my measurements and telling me something is 1/16 of an inch off center. So come on and get that deck you always wanted! It's nice outside and you deserve a nice deck to sit on and cookout!
I was tagged by Giggle Talk!
Favorite person (outside family)?
Jessica from 'Cuz I Felt Like it of course!
Favorite food?
Salad, specifically from the Olive Garden.
Quirks about you?
hmmm....I dunno?
Any regrets in life?
Yea, wasting time on people who made me unhappy
Favorite Charity/Cause?
Anything that helps kids in our OWN country.
Favorite Blog recently?
Rocks in My Dryer
Something you can’t get enough of?
Starbucks!
Worst job you’ve ever had?
Waitress!
What job would you pay NOT to have?
Anything outside in the Texas heat!
If you could be a fly on the wall, where?
oh I can think of a lot! heeeheee but I will keep them to myself.
Guilty Pleasure?
Dark Chocolate!
Got any confessions?
No not really
If you HAD to spend $1,000 on YOURSELF, how would you spend it?
A digital SLR fer sure!
Favorite thing about your house?
The old hardwoods, and the huge back yard!
Least favorite thing about your house?
No screen in the windows because they are the old tilt out windows.
One thing you are bad at?
Painting my nails, and putting on liquid eyeliner.
One thing you’re good at?
Tattooing, drawing, painting, sewing, lots of stuff!
If you could change something about your circumstances, what?
I'd be rich!
Who would you like to meet someday? Living or dead?
You know...I may be lame, but I just do not have an answer for this!
What makes you feel sexy?
J
Who is your real life hero?
These are hard....
What is the hardest part of your job?
finding time
When are you most relaxed?
In the shower
What stresses you out?
Everything! But I am working on that!
What can you not live without?
My Family and close friends. COFFEE!
Do you agree or disagree with the recent article that reported that blogs are authored by narcissists?
I don't get it...
Why do you blog?
just cuz
Okay - rules:
1. Answer the questions
2. Link back to whoever tagged you
3. Tag eight bloggers to do the same, 2 from each category.
- New/newer bloggers -
- My Kind a Rain
- Hello, Jobi
- Bloggy friends —
- Christi's Creative Side
- Late Mornin' Lullaby
- Bloggers you’d like to get to know better –
- One Retro Mama
- ABunchAKidsInc
- Bloggers you are not sure will respond, but you hope will—
- Granola Chicks
- Mommy Matters
Check out laughlin hotels! I just came across this and you can find excellent rates all on one site. The site is easy to navigate and offers a lot of information. Check out the Aquarius Casino Resort or the Riverside Resort Hotel and Casino. There are so many different ones to look at with tons of information about each one. Definitely a starting point for a Vegas Vacation! A lot of these resorts seem to have something for the whole family.
Vegas....one of those places that seems like I should go to, but will I ever? I have friends that plan and take Vegas vacations every year. I used to have this dream of going to Vegas and getting married in a drive thru by a fat Elvis. I didn't scrap the dream, but I just don't ever see it happening. Maybe when I am like 50 or something. I should put it on my list of things to do before I die. I've been to Atlantic City once. Gambling is FUN...maybe TOO fun to me. I was a good girl and walked out being $30 ahead. It was hard though....very very hard. They stuff you full of free drinks so that you sit and play and play.....its so fun. Yea I think I need to go to Vegas!
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Monday: Bean and Cheese Quesadillas
Tuesday: Chicken and Rice
Wednesday: 4H day so pack some sandwiches
Thursday: Hot dogs and Baked Mac & Cheese
Friday: Crock pot Beans and Fried Cornbread
Saturday: Homemade Pizza
Sunday: Leftovers
OH boy what have I gotten myself into? The girls had 4H sign ups today. Lauren is 4 so she is old enough for Clover Kids. Morgan and Lauren both signed up for 5 classes each! I have no idea what to expect. No clue what all is involved. I am clueless. Yes clueless. Yea, that's right.
Oh yea...we (Morgan, but you know it is a WE since someone has to get her there right?) are also going to be joining an American Girl Book club as well. Am I nuts? For those of you out there that are just hearing about this tribute concert; let me bring you up to speed......
Saturday, August 30th @ Lonestar Country Club in Coppell, 10 bands, a legion of friends, supporters and music lovers will gather for a full night event to remember and honor the legacy of the late Ben Cooksey who passed away July, 4th 2008. Ben was an accomplished musician who played in several great bands such as Roller, RPB, and Hit & Run. Ben was also part owner of Lone Star Tattoo with his brother, Scott Cooksey.
Ben was a true friend to those who were fortunate enough to have him in thier lives. He was a great son, an awesome uncle and a trusted brother. He was truly one of those guys that would give his shirt off his back if need be.
The concerts proceeds are going toward a monument that will landmark Bens presence in this world. We are encouraging everyone to reach out and support this event.
Even if you didnt know Ben we are inviting you to join us to experience an unforgettable night!
We have 10 bands that are ready to rock and that's what these guys do best!! This is a powerhouse line-up that will guarantee to host one hellacious party....BC STYLE!!
Doors open at 4pm. First band starts between 4:30-5:00 and we'll roll till 2am.
Over 21 - $10
Under 21 - $15
See you at the show!!!!!
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I have been reading about Superfoods. Superfoods...all the good stuff that makes us have more energy, fight off disease and all that grooviness. I came across Orovo Top 10 Superfoods products. They have a list of the Top 10 Superfoods and everything they are good for. Definitely something to look into...I am not getting any younger and health is becoming increasingly important to us. One health minded thing that we have done was cutting out soda. We use to always have soda in the house. Over the last few years though it has became a VERY rare thing to find in our home. I think this has made me feel a lot better. I used to drink coke, and J drank Dr. Pepper. The only time I have a soda anymore is if I happen to be out having something to eat, because restaurant tea usually bites. I am a picky tea drinker. I like MY tea and pretty much only my tea. Well my moms tea which is where my tea came from anyhow.
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