Random Debris

My intentions are good.  I keep meaning to take out the camera to photograph my sewing machines or my Foredom drill, but it's been a crazy week.  I'm busy wrapping up some huge projects that were put on the back-burner months ago when the paper collection cut in line.  You know that stage of moving where all of the furniture, boxes & other obvious items have been put on the moving truck, but the floor's still swimming with random debris: the broom, several floor lamps, thread racks, spinning wheel, cleaning supplies, whatever?  I'm at that stage on a few business projects.  Not the fun part -- but it does mean we're almost done.

My brother's wife is on bed rest trying to make it one more week before delivering their fourth child.  We've had their youngest over a couple of days this week & that's been big fun for Charlotte.  Then my dad went into the hospital today with a heart issue.  Word is that it's not too serious, but the doctor wants to keep an eye on him tonight.  So there we are. Just enough added jazz to make picture-taking less important for today.  But a quick blog post is still a nice change of pace for a few minutes :)   

Keepin' it pretty, here's a photo of Miss Charlotte showing off her favorite accessory (a snapped up point-n-shoot from our day at the Renaissance Festival).

And for good laughs, check out this April Fools Day banner!!

Comments

[Laurie]

What a fun banner......sorry to hear that your father is under the weather with a scare for you all.....hope all is well sooner than later. I had a health scare last night, and had to call 911...doing much better now. WHeweee....L I F E!
Take care,
Laurie

[anna maria]

I'm so glad I'm not the only busy mommy up on the computer...final book edits here. My best to all your family. lots of love, AM

[christina]

i love, love, love your prints. i just ordered the freshcut pattern for bags that i am making for people. i have had more orders for bags in your print than any others. when i get it in and finish it i will post a pic. Thank You! for your beautiful work :)

[April]

haha cute banner :) She's too funny.

Well sending lots of love and good thoughts to your family. Seems like when it rains it pours and life doesn't always give us a chance to "recover" from one big thing before it gives us another. You, my love, I know, are a strong one. Be strong, hang in there.

Good luck to your dad and the new baby coming your way!!

[giusypatch]

I Hope your father will feel get better soon. All my positive toughts to you.
Giusy

[Sarah]

That banner is a hoot! :)

I hope your father is doing better.

[Sarah]

That banner is a hoot! :)

I hope your father is doing better.

[Judy]

We had a scare a few years back with my dads heart. With a couple of stents put in, and all is well. I hope your dad gets better soon. It can be hard to be on bed rest. Hope your brothers wife can hang in there.
The festival looked like fun.

[nana_of_nc]

I pray the family health issues all go smoothly. I would LOVE to see some photos of your sewing machines. I have a passion for sewing machines and love to look at photos of studios and sewing machines. Hope you get the time to post the photos soon!

[Natalie]

Sounds as though you could use a *sigh of relief.* Wishing you calm and comfort.

[Joan]

Heather, I hope all is well very soon.

[jen]

HEATHER! I think you have more blog readers than the Pope would if he had a blog..... I was trying to figure out why I had so many hits all of a sudden..... Thanks for inviting them to my April Fool's party :) I hope your dad recovers lickety-split. xo-jen

[Karen]

I was wondering if you or Isaac ever shoot in RAW format?

[sarah Jane]

I wish I could be that positive about cleaning up the denris in those pushed aside projects! i would, like you, much rather be creating! That is what I am doing this week also...catching up! Hope all is well with your family too!

[Nevis]

I'll keep your father in my thoughts/prayers. :)

And I loved the april fools day banner! :P

[Stephanie]

prayers for a healthy baby and Daddy!

[Heather]

you are my hero even when all this is happening you still post a post I hardly ever post something new on my blog! good job!

[Gina]

That April Fools Banner is funny! What a great idea to fool people. I love the photo of Charlotte, she's so cute with her tiara!

[gena]

All my best to you and your family. I hope your Dad and SIL bounce back quickly. You have an awesome sense of humor. I really enjoyed Jen's April Fools banner.

[Deborah]

Many prayers for you and your family. Funny banner - she must really admire you!

[June]

I shall think happy positive thoughts for your sister-in-law, the new baby that's coming, and for your father.

[Kathie]

Prayers for peace for your whole family. Love the April Fools Banner!!!

[ThePeachTree]

Great idea for that banner :)

[Brenda Kula]

Hope things slow down for you soon. Then take a "this day is all mine" day. Turn off the phones, read a good book, and immerse yourself in solitude. Fix some good coffee or tea and have a little chocolate. A girl's best friend!
Brenda

[Rebekah]

Hey there! I came across your site and I just love it! I wanted to let you know that I admire your work and have added you to my blog roll. You are truly inspirational!
Have a lovely day!
Rebekah

[Shauntelle]

Hi Heather!
Just dropping by to tell you that I've given you an E for Excellence award! You can pick it up by visiting this post:
http://abeautifulabode.wordpress.com/2008/04/04/inspiration-friday-awarding-excellence/

Take care, we'll have your family in our prayers.

xoxo,

Shauntelle

[Lisa from White Cottage]

Ewww...YUMMY!! Just found your blog, referred by a business associate who attended the Country Living seminars in Chicago. I'll be back again and again!! Will send up prayers for your father and the new addition coming soon.

[Melissa Lewis - Off The Wall]

Heather, so sorry to hear about your day. You do sound like a great Aunt, taking care and having fun with Miss Charolette. I adore the time I get to spend with my two nieces.

Praying for your dad!

[christie]

darling blog, I always enjoy a good read and yours certainly is one of them! ;0)

[Motherhood For Dummies]

Oh sorry to hear about you day and hopefully things will start to go better :)

[Angel Jem]

I saw you in Mary Engelbreit's Home Companion and had to delurk to say what a lovely article it was, my six year old is inspired & I think I have to make a tea party just like that soon. I think that's a thank you....
No, seriously, it looked lovely and well done.

[Alan]

Thanks for all your prayers and thoughts. They worked in time for me to get out of the hospital on my birthday and have dinner with Heather and family. Tests were negative which in this case is a positive.

Dad (Heather's)

[Kathy]

Your fabric was used in a sample of a great apron over here - just came across it - they put a face in the middle - really cute!

http://quiltingarts.com/cpsmag/extras/Studios_kim.html