Wednesday I bought my first pair of bellbottom-hiphuggers since Jr. High! And I love them! Six pair of slightly used from the thrift shop for only $35.00. Can you tell I’m just as excited about getting them all for such a bargain as I am of being able to wear the latest fashion?! Labels like American Outfitters and Banana Republic…all for only $5.00 a pair!! Today was spent looking for shoes to go with the new style of jeans…no luck there however. Shoes warrant a little more investment where $ is concerned because I like to get something classic (somewhat) that won’t go out of style in 1 or 2 years. I’m thinking along the line of clogs…plus a new pair of sneakers…(I’m very picky about sneakers…they have to be wide in the toe). Enough said in regards to the Materiel Girl.

Anyone who knows me knows that I don’t like shopping…no, it’s not really that…the problem is that I HATE spending money! Making do with what I have is a way of life for me…it has always been that way. But when I can go buy 6 pair of upscale jeans for only a fraction of their retail price it makes my week! It’s the little things…

Cheers…

“A little neglect may breed great mischief.”
— Benjamin Franklin

Yes, I have neglected this blog…however no great mischief has been breed because of it. We have been busy working on the house…painting and also helping build a deck for Mother. It is her wish to have a new deck to come home to following her open heart surgery.

Had some Jehovah witnesses come to the house last week and I surprised myself when I told them I was Buddhist….I just really didn’t want a conversation with them and thought that would dispel any discussions on the subject of religion…it wasn’t the case. I was polite and so were they…while I kept repeating silently….ooommmm–manwhydon’tyouleavealready…

A wonderful friend of mine is Buddhist and I am totally interested in learning more about the practice…it seems so peaceful and kind and loving. Does doing yoga a few times a week count? I love the phrase “lovingkindness”.

After things around here are more settled I will need a new project to work on. Lots of ideas…

Peace and blessings be with you…

Just a blogging fool today!

Here’s what I have finished today…yes, they are old one’s but are now finally complete!

Hardwood board, linen, acrylic, indian ink, shell, feathers, stereo componants, found objects.7-1/2″x 7-1/2″.

Notice I had to crop the painting somewhat…haha

Hardwood board, wax paper w/string, acrylic, indian ink, prisma colours. 9-1/2″x 7-1/2″.

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Board, acrylic, indian ink, photo-copy. 7-1/2″x 7-1/2″.

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Hardwood board, acrylic, indian ink, photo-copy. 20″x 20″.

Made some great egg rolls last night…(thank you Glen and Marsha!)…now is it time to start the healthy way of eating? Having got alot of the wonderful holiday foods out of the way…

Overall I do try and look at food as a medicine for my body. What makes me feel healthy and vibrant usually wins over a food that makes my body feel dull with overconsumption. However, Dark Chocalate is one pleasure that usually wins overall health cognitive-conscienceness!

Yes, I’m very proud of this young man…(celebrating his 21st Birthday here)

(Are those dilated pupils I see?)
Can you believe he is making straight A’s in his Junior year at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL. He’s studying Business/Finance…one day he may be the one you need to see about your investments!!! (Some serious stuff!!)…

Ready for Spring!

Native Azalea…
Originally uploaded by mybloomnart.