Sports Edition II

I am so excited that we are starting to be able to show you a new line that Teresa Collins Designs is debuting today on her blog: Here

Sports Edition II

Soon I will be able to share all the fun things that I have been creating with this wonderful line! 

Teresa is also going to be on HSN on January 20. If you are looking for a great deal on the StampMaker make sure you tune in.  Because Once they are gone...I don't think we will be able to get that pricing again.   So Excited.

Okay...off to finish more samples for CHA.  This is such a busy time for me but it is so worth every sleepless night. LOVE IT!  Till next time....happy crafting.

Sports Edition II

I am so excited that we are starting to be able to show you a new line that Teresa Collins Designs is debuting today on her blog: Here

Sports Edition II

Soon I will be able to share all the fun things that I have been creating with this wonderful line! 

Teresa is also going to be on HSN on January 20. If you are looking for a great deal on the StampMaker make sure you tune in.  Because Once they are gone...I don't think we will be able to get that pricing again.   So Excited.

Okay...off to finish more samples for CHA.  This is such a busy time for me but it is so worth every sleepless night. LOVE IT!  Till next time....happy crafting.

My heart breaks..for a close friend back home...

I grew up in a small little town in East Texas. YES SMALL, only five thousand people in the entire town. However, living in a small town, we became close as a community. Kids grew up together and despite the miles that have separated us over the years I feel like they are still my family.

I was saddened by hearing the news that a dear friend's father was in a fatal car accident on Sunday. He was on his way to meet some friends in the next town over. The road conditions were not ideal. He lost control of his car and hit three pine trees.
The impact of the crashed took his life instantly. The first responders to the scene happened to know the family. When the responder had to tell the wife about the loss, they were able to get some close family friends to come to ensure that she was emotionally stable with the tragic news. My friend was four hours away from her mother when she got the news and immediately came home to be with her mother. However, with the weather conditions it took her most of the day to get to her destination. She was absolutely devastated by the news. I am still completely crushed by the news. I wish I could run home and be there to help her and her mom. We grew up being friends all through school. We were so close our mothers both became the BEST of Friends.

I was an emotional wreak yesterday. I was sad, furious and in denial. I cannot imagine what my friend is going through...If I feel the way I do. How is she feeling?

I just have to celebrate his life on earth was remarkable. He married an amazing successful wife. They had a wonderful daughter, and he was loved by everyone. So in loving memory I pray for his soul to rest in peace. I also pray that the family will have the strength to get through these hard times. My heart goes out to my friend and her family. I am honored and blessed that I was able to know such a kind, caring man.

Sorry to be so vague, but they are a private family and want to respect the family but still express my feelings.

My heart breaks..for a close friend back home...

I grew up in a small little town in East Texas. YES SMALL, only five thousand people in the entire town. However, living in a small town, we became close as a community. Kids grew up together and despite the miles that have separated us over the years I feel like they are still my family.

I was saddened by hearing the news that a dear friend's father was in a fatal car accident on Sunday. He was on his way to meet some friends in the next town over. The road conditions were not ideal. He lost control of his car and hit three pine trees.
The impact of the crashed took his life instantly. The first responders to the scene happened to know the family. When the responder had to tell the wife about the loss, they were able to get some close family friends to come to ensure that she was emotionally stable with the tragic news. My friend was four hours away from her mother when she got the news and immediately came home to be with her mother. However, with the weather conditions it took her most of the day to get to her destination. She was absolutely devastated by the news. I am still completely crushed by the news. I wish I could run home and be there to help her and her mom. We grew up being friends all through school. We were so close our mothers both became the BEST of Friends.

I was an emotional wreak yesterday. I was sad, furious and in denial. I cannot imagine what my friend is going through...If I feel the way I do. How is she feeling?

I just have to celebrate his life on earth was remarkable. He married an amazing successful wife. They had a wonderful daughter, and he was loved by everyone. So in loving memory I pray for his soul to rest in peace. I also pray that the family will have the strength to get through these hard times. My heart goes out to my friend and her family. I am honored and blessed that I was able to know such a kind, caring man.

Sorry to be so vague, but they are a private family and want to respect the family but still express my feelings.

Just another regular day... in my life..

Okay.. so life at the Cratin house is the same as any other home. But my kids crack me up all the time. So on Friday, the two older kids went to school. However, because it was a Friday they only have half a day of class. So Robert decides to take them snowboarding and skiing. I was so grateful so I could get things done at the house and I could working on completing my projects.

So I had this huge list that I was going to accomplish. Yea, I think I got two things marked off my list. I was sidetracked, then baby was demanding attention that I was happy to give her, my shopping trip was canceled due to nap time, in the middle of working on the computer a massive headache came over me, and the list goes on and on. No big deal. At least I got something done. Baby steps.

But I did get a couple of layouts started. Got some forms created for the store, started working on the website, finishing up some loose ends for my parents, and one load of laundry done. So I was able to get something done..it just wasn't on my list.

So today is a new day. No list...going with the flow..no pressure. We will see how this approach does for me. So have a great day! Hope you have a productive day!

I can not leave here with out a picture...I found this picture of the kids sledding. This was their last sled ride in CHICAGO. (I told you we like the snow.)

Till next time! Happy Crafting!!!

Just another regular day... in my life..

Okay.. so life at the Cratin house is the same as any other home. But my kids crack me up all the time. So on Friday, the two older kids went to school. However, because it was a Friday they only have half a day of class. So Robert decides to take them snowboarding and skiing. I was so grateful so I could get things done at the house and I could working on completing my projects.

So I had this huge list that I was going to accomplish. Yea, I think I got two things marked off my list. I was sidetracked, then baby was demanding attention that I was happy to give her, my shopping trip was canceled due to nap time, in the middle of working on the computer a massive headache came over me, and the list goes on and on. No big deal. At least I got something done. Baby steps.

But I did get a couple of layouts started. Got some forms created for the store, started working on the website, finishing up some loose ends for my parents, and one load of laundry done. So I was able to get something done..it just wasn't on my list.

So today is a new day. No list...going with the flow..no pressure. We will see how this approach does for me. So have a great day! Hope you have a productive day!

I can not leave here with out a picture...I found this picture of the kids sledding. This was their last sled ride in CHICAGO. (I told you we like the snow.)

Till next time! Happy Crafting!!!

Another unexpected day...

Life is about making changes, go with the flow. Well today was one of those days.
I had planned on cleaning the house and getting laundry cleaned and put away. Well, thing all changed when Sammie says "Daddy? Did you remember that you have centers today?" Robert looks at me and I agree that it will be me going to help out with Sammie's class. Robert had to be at the store to attend a meeting. So off to Sammie's school I go.

It was a perfect center for me to work. The Arts & Craft table!!! The kids assignment was to paint a snowman. It was a fun little project to do with the kids.
I loved that we were able to paint.

Look at all the fun paint the kids got to play with today.

I was happy that I was able to help out at Sammie's school today.  I had a blast. However, I was unable to do laundry and get the house clean.  I am okay with it waiting for another day.  So after school we decided to go visit Robert at work...hopefully soon we will be able to open our doors to the public.

Okay..off to figure out what do to for dinner.  Until next time, Happy crafting.