Doodles in my Sketchpad

I Do Real Here

So yesterday was "Monday's Motivation" day on my blog and it just didn't happen.  I didn't fail to do it. The project was just needed elsewhere.  At first I was sad because I had made this a commitment to you, my readers, and to myself. (Oh I hate letting people down and even more so, me). And, I am ... View Post

Friday’s Junk

It's FRIDAY!! Whoo hoo! Did ya make it? I'm ready for some time off for garage sailing of course! Last weekend was spent in the South Bay area of California junkin' with my bestie because what else would besties want to do together for her birthday?  Lol. We actually had two amazing days of shopping ... View Post

Stuck on You

Last week it was my daughter's 30th  birthday. With four daughters ranging in age from 23 to 30, I have done A LOT of parties. Coming up with new ideas can be challenging.  I was pressed for time and really needed something relatively inexpensive for her party at work so this is what I came up with ... View Post

Life with Girls-Ramblings from an Empty Nester Mom

This is what life looks like with 4 daughters on a quickie return trip home to California.  Truth is, one of the four was missing at the house and still, I got this!  (You should have seen "this" at dance recital time!) And, reality is, I so miss this...this stuff and messes and emotionally charged ... View Post

We Have Two Winners

I have two winners for my drawing that was supposed to have occurred last Friday. I apologize for not getting to this sooner. We had a family member pass away and I got distracted.  I am so sorry. So without further delay.... Congratulations go to: Betty Young Denise Costa. Send me your ... View Post

Almost Fall Ya’ll

Fall. It will be here before you know it and it's my favorite time of the year! Of course I always set myself up for these unrealistic expectations as to what I am going to make and do as I head into this season but not this time! Got on top of it! So here you go. You can do this too! Here is the ... View Post