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Friday, 25 March 2011

Friday Fill-Ins


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And...here we go!

1. Why does it _take me so long to fall to sleep lately?_

2. _250 ml_ is equal _to 1 cup_.

3. My favorite breakfast includes _Canadian back-bacon, scrambled eggs, hash browns, toast and a mimosa_.

4. _The Lake Of Dreams by Kim Edwards_ was the last book I read _and enjoyed_.

5. I am SO glad _we are all excited about the new puppy _.

6. _A hot water bottle and handfull of Midol_ would make me feel better right now.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to _shopping for some doggie supplies_, tomorrow my plans include _hanging out here at home and possibly run some errands_ and Sunday, I want to _try for the market againSomething always seems to come up that takes precedence_!

Wishing you all a great weekend ♥
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Thursday, 24 March 2011

Kokology -
All The World's A Stage

Back by popular demand...
Who wants to play KOKOLOGY?
*Your first time playing?  Read the like below for rules, tips and hints to the game
    Tips: 
  • Say the first thing that pops into your head 
  • Don’t try to predict answers 
  • Be honest with yourself 
  • Be prepared 
  • Keep an open mind
Life is often compared to a drama--it's and easy comparison to make.  The coming and going of the characters, the suspense as each day's plot unfolds, the lines we hear spoken, and the acts performed:  you could say we live each day on stage.  There are even genres to the stories--office comedies and after-school specials, sometimes even a mystery or romance .  And the star of each daily episode is...YOU!  That's what makes life's drama so fascinating and endlessly varied--every cast member in every scene, every extra on the street, is the star of his or her own story in a plot that gets more complex every day.  Even the simplest exchange between two people can have infinite implications as the drama plays out.  Maybe that's why, despite the same old character and story lines we can never seem to get enough.  In the next scenario the curtain is up, the crowd is waiting and the spotlight is on YOU. 

1.  You are a member of a theater group.  What type of play do you most want to act in.  In the play, what do you picture as your big scene? Explain.

2.  You audition for the part and are chosen from among all your fellow performers for the starring role.  What words does you main rival have for you on being chosen?

3.  At the last dress rehearsal before opening night, you see the director sitting with his arms crossed in front of him.  He looks dissatisfied with you performance.  What is it he doesn't like?

4.  The performance goes off without a hitch, and the play was a huge success.  The crowd has gone home happy after the encore, and the theater is quiet.  What do you say to the empty hall as you stand there looking out for the darkened stage?

You can leave a comment with your answers or keep them to yourself  - it's up to you.
Note:  Reading this in Google Reader?  Answer the questions before you continue to scroll to reveal the key to "All The World's A Stage"

♥Click to reveal key to All The World's A Stage

So Long
A Privilege to Know You


Two dear friends of mine passed away this week. One a couple days ago of a heart attack and another today from a massive heart attack, ages 42 and 43. Too young too soon :(

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, make your peace today,

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Monday, 21 March 2011

Happy Vernal Eqinox

 Celebrating the colours of Spring

Happy first day of Spring! - Autumn for those of you in the southern hemisphere. Yay!
I'm balancing eggs and digging out my Spring clothing today.  How are you celebrating your fist day of Spring/Autumn?
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Friday, 18 March 2011

I See The Bad Moon Arising

I see trouble on the way.
I see earthquakes and lightnin'.
I see bad times today. - John Fogerty

Some people say their bodies, and mind is effected by a full moon.  We know that the moon has a great effect on bodies of water on the planet Earth, so take into consideration that the human body is made up mostly of water -  60-70% - then the moon should have some sort of effect on us, right?

Well Saturday March 19th there will be a "Supermoon". It will be about 14 per cent bigger and 30 per cent brighter than normal, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.  What do you think?  Do you think the full moon has an effect on you?  And if so, in what way?
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And the winner to the Anniversary Give Away is...

 Congratulation to:
Winn (aka Koreen) said...
Congrats! Happy blogiversary. ;) Can't wait to see what you come up with in the next year of blogging. (Although I wouldn't say no to another few rounds of kokology.)
Koreen, just give me a shout via email to
ghettojack[at]gmail[dot]com
ghettojack@gmail.com

I will get your info and mail your prize right off to you.

Thanks for playing everyone!
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Friday Fill-Ins:
Fly like an Eagle

I'm not sure if these birds where Eagles, Hawks, or Osprey, but they sure were a treat to see soaring above my house yesterday.






Now on to the Fill-Ins.
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And...here we go!

1. I love to go to _the country when the weather turns warmer_ because _there are so many delightful sights, sounds to take in_.

2. _It is not the quantity of the Easter chocolate_ it’s the quality!

3. The last thing I had to eat was _a cheese and spinach pizza_.

4. _Pantyhose with a dress_ is no longer essential.

5. Please take a moment to _count all your blessings and remember all the good things in your life_.

6. _If you consider your life to be a journey; what are some adventures that_ have brought you this far?

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to _not really planning anything - just go with the flow_, tomorrow my plans include _taking the Girl for a hair design at our favourite salon_ and Sunday, I want to _get my ass out of bed early and get to the market for some breakfast and goodies_

What will be your plans for the weekend?
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Ps. Stay tuned for the 3rd Blog Anniversary Give Away draw later today.

Tuesday, 15 March 2011

Tuesday Ten:
10 things that make me happy today

Family
Hot tea
Empty dirty laundry hamper
An organized linen closet
 A cuddle with the Kitten
Mini Eggs
+ temperatures
Fluffy clouds
Polaroid cameras + film
Making a delicious chicken soup from ingredients on hand

    What is making you happy today?
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    Thursday, 10 March 2011

    Hello Thursday

    The mild(ish) temperatures and lack of snow and ice on the ground have put me in a great mood. Actually, I have had quite a few surprises that have changed my mood. Tuesday I saw my first robin in the back yard, Monday baby Girl had a great meeting with a new therapist and left her office with a huge smile on her face --smiles from baby Girl have been few and far between in the past several months, things just seem to be clicking along nicely the past couple weeks.

    So, today I was itching to create something Spring-like and happy to reflect my mood.  It's a new blank note card currently unnamed, I am open to suggestions if you have any.
    Hope your all having a wonderful Thursday,
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    Saturday, 5 March 2011

    Celebrating 3 Years of Blogging Bliss!


    It is time for my third year anniversary giveaway!  I thought really hard about what prize I will give away this year.  In case you guys haven't noticed, I have been occupying a lot of my free time playing with Photoshop creating brushes and collage art.  So this year I have decided the giveaway should reflect what I have been blogging about.  I'm so excited!
    This Giveaway is open internationally! Contest begins today 04/03/11 and will end 18/03/11. You guys have two weeks! Winners will be chosen at random from random.org.

    Here's how to enter:

    1. Leave me a comment on this post / one entry
    2. Follow my blog / another entry
    3. Post about this giveaway on your blog/twitter/etc.(
    *Please let me know in your comment where you have posted it with the link)  / another entry(s)

    Now that all the technicalities are out of the way, on to the prize:


    Prize package consists of three 5x7 blank note cards of Find Your Wings, three 5x7 blank note cards of Awakening and an art panel print of Awakening.  Good Luck!

    ♥ Read the small print ♥

    I am really looking forward to a new year of blogging. I wanted to thank you all for your continued support - I so enjoy interacting with you all and love reading all of your wonderful comments.

    _____Contest is over.  Thank you all for your participation____
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    Tuesday, 1 March 2011

    Tuesday Ten
    {10 new Photoshop brushes}


    New Photoshop Brush Set to celebrate by Blog Anniversary
    Happy 3rd Anniversary Slightly Off-Center!
    Textures & Butterfly




    The last sets of brushes I posted so far have 1390 downloads... Wow!

    Check back later this week for my Blogaversary Giveaway


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    Monday, 28 February 2011

    New Baby & Rainy Weekens

    Friday evening there was a cold winter rain falling outside, composing a syncopated rhythm as it dripped silver from the wet, naked trees. I shrived involuntarily as I ran to the car; heading out to retrieve dinner for the family... pizza. We all eat dinner together then everyone slips away one by one to do their own thing; I am left to my own devices.  I curl up in the big chair with my laptop - my sanctuary.

    Saturday we went into the hospital with a bag of goodies for my new baby niece, Morgan. Mommy and baby weren't in the room so we left them behind the goodies and headed out for dinner with Kensey. I was a little bummed, I really want to cuddle baby Morgan! Monday I think we shall visit them for sure :)


    Sunday we spent the day inside the house just puttering about cleaning and doing odds and ends. Mostly I sat curled up in my big chair day-dreaming of a summer afternoon lazing on a sandy beach, listening to the waves crash, tasting the salty air...

    This week I vow to only focus on the good, positive things in life... I wonder how that will go?

    Hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Tell me a little about it :)
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    Friday, 11 February 2011

    Photoshop brushes by moi
    Enjoy!

    As promised, I am adding some of my Photoshop Brushes for you to download for your own personal use. Some of the brush sets are just spin-offs from the digital collage work I have shown on here before and some are new.

    If you use any of them, I would like you to send me a link so I can admire your work and post it on the blog.
    Enjoy!
    Find Your Wings {Download}

    In Life {Download}
    These Days {Coming Soon!}
    In Your Eyes{Download}
    More To Life{Download , Download II}

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    Thursday, 10 February 2011

    Hello

    I have been neglecting this place as of late, I know. I have been busy keeping my daughter company and comfortable while she is going through a difficult medication change... Some days are diamonds and some are rocks. The door is sometimes open and sometimes blocked, but I'm learning not to take thing personally at this time of change and have been just going with the flow and offering comfort and support when needed.

    I wish I could post in more detail about what is going on with The Girl right now, but at this point in time she isn't ready to share certain aspects of her personal life with all who visit my little corner of blogland; perhaps when she is feeling better she will allow it. I truly believe that talking about her personal experiences with mental health could help others who may be going through something similar or know of someone who is.

    I would like to thank you all for you kind words of encouragement you leave behind either in my inbox or in the comment area. I am always amazed at the kindness you readers show -I feel so very lucky. Thank you!

    **************

    On my down time here at home, I have been finding being creative has been a helpful refuge for me. I've been creating a lot of collage work and making some Photoshop brushes that I hope to share on here tomorrow. Check back if your a Photoshop user, there just might be something in my brushes you might find interesting enough to download and use on your own art collages.

    {here is a sneak peek}

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