Month: October 2008

So Friday (of course) I took miss E down to the theater to watch High School Musical 3, as promised for the last few months. She’s been OBSESSED with going ever since she saw a trailer a long time ago, and every day for the last month  I’ve heard how we’re going. Gonna have popcorn. soda. chocolate. Oh, and see HSM3.

She had asked daddy for her own $ for ticket, popcorn, soda, etc. so that she didn’t have to use my money. (silly girl!) Of course good daddy that he is he obliged. This is us leaving for the movies.

So, how was it? E danced and smiled and was totally enthralled the whole time. I have to say- I really enjoyed it as well. Of course I enjoyed 1 and 2 as well. It’s no secret I love happy/cheery/Disney-esque stuff so this comes as no surprise. 3 was definitely bigger (costume and dancer wise), and without giving anything away to somebody who hasn’t seen it and wants to I’ll just say I like how they wrapped it all up. Fun music of course, and I was loving the colors and sparkle and costumes.

I have already been informed that I am to “get on computer and buy DVD… please?”, and I’m sure we will when it comes out. I’ll probably keep it in the studio too. You know, to keep it safe…

Photo when desk was in-progress, and envelopes were getting stuffed…

I would really like the stuff I’m giving here to go to crafters in need of a boost to supply stash. Places where they’ll be loved and used. I really cringe when I have to purge the stash, but it does indeed happen, and in addition to sharing with the local school I like to share with you all as well. I feel good that the stuff I give away will go and be used happily somewhere in this world. (yes, I get attached to my supplies!) So here’s what I’ve got:

– envelope from cleaning journaling paper/tag drawer

– box with 4 squeeze punches (used) and other random fun stuff that fit

– envelopes with papers + embellishments (some kit bits and some random)

If you have a preference feel free to state it in your comment. Otherwise, I’ll enter you for any/all of the goodies here. I’ve got more, oh yes. More goodies. But first I want the purged boxes ‘o fun to get new homes!!!

that is how I mention “cleaning the studio” without saying that’s what I’m up to around here. Since I’ve never actually gotten the studio all the way clean and all.  But this time is it! I have more hope because all my previous efforts are showing up and helping. What do I mean? Well there’s good organization and a lot of stuff where it’s supposed to be under the surface clutter. HELPFUL for sure. Anyhow- here’s some photos of my desk which is almost clean.

I really do love the drawers I got from the hardware store years ago. It was like $15 and works SOOO good for my purposes!

These candies are sugar covered jelly-like GOODNESS. Got them from www.onehundredwishes.com and I’m gonna need more soon. love them so much!!!

Brilliance ink = rock star awesome. Love the tiny size because it’s so much easier to store and love the bit of sparkle that the pads have. When I want flat ink I use Ranger, when I want sparkle to it I use these. Coffee Bean is my #1 color.

I have finally put some of my delightful little containers into use ON my desk. SO happy to look at them AND use them for something other than making clutter.

So there it is! My patterned paper crate needs serious clean/purging… but that’s a chore for another day. Today I need to clean the desk that computer normally lives on (note in picture computer is on crafting desk! that won’t do!

I’ve got some mighty fun give-aways this week. First up? I have about four Fiskars Squeeze punches (used), and random other fabulousness that I’m purging and cleaning. Want it? Stay tuned. Post coming shortly…

PS- Rebecca still sick, nobody else sick yet. She’s feeling a bit better though!

• Rebecca has a virus (hand, foot, mouth?) it reminds me of chicken pox, except without itching and with sores in her mouth. 🙁 That’s where I’ve been, in case you’ve been wondering. Gotta give her plenty of time and love since there is no ‘get better quick’ option. Seriously hoping none of the rest of us get it!
• I’m cleaning the studio after having to tear it apart so that a window could be installed (desk sits in front of window… so everything got tore up)
• oops. forgot. Not allowed to say I need to, or am currently cleaning studio as Jason swears I’ve never actually gotten it clean, so seems an oxymoron or something to him. (sigh)
• Finding hidden treasure to give away HERE!!! I swear! SOON!
• Now, where did I bury the camera?

When I have a lot of computer work in the evening and am by myself often I watch shows I’ve taped while working. I tape Saturday Night Live, and I find it to be a good work/watch because most episodes I don’t pay much attention to most of the skits except weekend update and maybe 1 or 2 others. They still have those great moments so I do like to keep up with it.

This week? This week was way better than usual. Reminded me of the 90’s when I *loved* the show. I couldn’t find clips for all the funny ones, but here are two hilarious ones. 

Mark Wahlberg visits.

Palin raps.

Now I’m going to stop laughing, and get back to work!