I'm thinkin....
I really like that picture up there that I recently took of myself. My birthday is coming up on Friday and it dawned on me that it ain't gonna get any better from here on in so I might as well take some pictures.
I really don't like any of the pictures taken of me at Quilt Market and is it possible that the migrane I was having during the whole thing actually temporarily melted the bones in my face or did it just feel like it, and, apparently, look like it?
oatmeal and guitar make for a delicious breakfast, thanks honey.
on a related topic, seeing my girl sing an Oasis song while my husband plays guitar is a really nice sight to wake up to, thanks again honey.
maybe I take too many pictures of pillows, do I have a pillow addiction or a pillow picture addiction?
I am so bummed that my old sewing machine finally broke and I don't know if I should get a new one or have it fixed.
the bath I took whilst listening to Van Morrison and drinking a good German beer was possibly the nicest thing I've done for myself in 2 years.
that I might have to learn French before next summer.
that the perfect Memorial Day is sitting on the porch watching kids play in the sprinkler whilst drinking Kosher Coke (because it has sugar instead of corn syrup like it used to be when I was a kid), eating popcorn and smelling the sweet, sweet scent of jasmine in the air.
that I'm feelin very grateful and happy just about now.....
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You poor thing! A migraine thru Market? Well, I think you look lovely and I also think there's no such thing as too many pictures of pillows and that you should get your old machine fixed AND get a new one.
So there!
Posted by: elizabeth | June 04, 2008 at 08:09 PM
Thumbs up to Kosher coke...Humm..delish!
In Brazil the coke taste just like that!
Gosh that sprinkler shower sounds so fantastic! I am wishing I had one :)
I am with Elisabeth...New machine + fixed old one = duble the FUN!
Posted by: Anary | June 04, 2008 at 08:17 PM
ahhh. the good things in life.
peace,
amy
Posted by: amy | June 05, 2008 at 02:31 AM
Those pillows were so pretty, why not be addicted to them?Happy birthday!
Posted by: pam | June 05, 2008 at 07:32 AM
Love the pic! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Posted by: Silva | June 05, 2008 at 07:55 AM
I'm so sorry about the migraine. Ugh.
I'm definitely going to search for some Kosher Coke. It sounds wonderful and that high fructose syrup is just poison.
Posted by: Jona | June 05, 2008 at 09:26 AM
Lovely post as usual! It was so much fun seeing & reading about the Quilt market!!!And let me just say that your fabrics are simply inspiring!! I want to go out & purchase them all!!!.....Heidi :)
Posted by: heidi | June 05, 2008 at 10:00 PM
Happy Happy Birthday to US!! my birthday is today also!! gotta love a gemini!!
Posted by: denise | June 06, 2008 at 04:00 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
and blessings to you in your Gratitude Attitude, it brings even more light and joy you know!!!
HUGS!
Posted by: tina | June 06, 2008 at 09:25 AM
I think doing any sort of trade show gives you such a headache. I am thankful for not having migranes but I do feel run down by the time I am at a show. Its all the prep that goes into it.
How nice for a musical breakfast!! Love the summer when the kids are just having fun with the water, and Happy Birthday, enjoy it!! Get lots of goodies and take a spa day for yourself. That is what i did this year and it was worth every minute!!
Posted by: ellen Crimi-Trent | June 06, 2008 at 10:50 AM
I love the bags and the matching pillow case! Beautiful prints! :)
Posted by: Social Network Web Design | June 08, 2008 at 12:39 AM
wonderful post... great pillows and bags. I love them all. Happy Birthday!
Posted by: Barb | June 08, 2008 at 06:16 AM
Love the fabrics, pillows, bags, everything!
Happy Birthday!
annie
Posted by: Firefly Hill | June 08, 2008 at 07:01 AM
When will Ava Rose be on the market?
Posted by: Sandy | June 08, 2008 at 02:34 PM
Van Morrison???? we have so much in common it's scary!!!!!!! Lordy I think the world of you love the photos not sure which I'm lovin more!!
Posted by: Jennifer Paganellli | June 09, 2008 at 04:01 PM
absolutely love visiting your blog....your creations are stunning
xo
Posted by: paige | June 09, 2008 at 06:19 PM
Nice pillows and bags love the floral thing =)
happy birthday!
Posted by: Social Network Web Design | June 09, 2008 at 06:43 PM
Happy Birthday...and I love, love, love all the stuff you displayed. Did/do you make all the pillows and quilts? That fabric is EXACTLY what I would love to use to re-do my daughter's room! I just don't know if I can make them myself...I am not that good a sewer. Is there anywhere to get them already made like in the displays?
Posted by: Jessica @ A Bushel and a Peck | June 10, 2008 at 04:33 PM
Hi! I love your fabrics and designs. I would love to have one of the bags you blogged about. If I could get on that would be great. Please email me with pricing and info. @ mikemolly10805@aol.com. Thank you ~ Molly P.
Posted by: Molly Pearce | June 15, 2008 at 05:34 PM
Gorgeous Fabrics! Gorgeous Pictures!
I'm visiting from Jennifer's site and wanted to say hello. Happy belated birthday!
Posted by: Stepherz | June 15, 2008 at 08:32 PM
Beautiful photos and beautiful thoughts - beautiful portrait too!
(I'm a huge fan of the VAN)
Posted by: Knitterella | June 18, 2008 at 04:41 AM