Hi everyone,
well, i'm becoming very despondant about my blog recently, I do wonder if anyone is actually reading it, as nobody has left any comments for a while. If you think its worth carrying on, please let me know.
Until next time,
bright blessings
Rae
Monday, 27 September 2010
Saturday, 11 September 2010
problem sorted
Hi everyone,
I haven't been able to blog recently because my system was playing up, but now it seems to be sorted.
An update...
Jack got a gold medal at the UK school games, and also got himself a job as a peer mentor working with other young people with additional needs, helping them to make their way in life, and learning the ways of dealing with society and its expectations.
He is also about to start working with soldiers who have returned from Afghanistan because they have been injured or disabled. He will be working voluntarily for Help The Heroes, a charity set up to support injured servicemen and women. He will teaching them to play table tennis and helping them to learn to live life in a wheelchair, as he does. All this at the age of 15!!! I am sooo proud!
On to the rest of the household, I have been researching methods of simplifying living and have been collecting books on the subject (only when they have been in thrift shops, at bargain prices!)
I have also been scouring the local charity shops (thrift shops) looking for clothes for myself and my daughter ready for the winter season. I got some really good bargains and have been sorting out clothes that are no longer required and passing them on to the charity shops in return.
I have been looking into the vast (600 plus!) collection of sewing patterns that I have accumulated over the years, and have been sorting them into groups ie crafts, costumes etc. I have discussed with my friend and we have decided that it is about time that I got off my lazy backside and started to use them and my many years of sewing experience to make an income. I will use the soon-to-be floored loft as my craft room and will sell my craft and household textiles through the like of Etsy and on various craft fairs throughout the year, as well as through the cheapest form of advertising, word of mouth.
I have found a great site to help with the craft business set up, it is http://www.startacraftbusiness.co.uk/ and it is full of really useful information to help me on my way.
My goal is to have everything set up by this time next year in time for the christmas business and although I fully expect it to be in full swing by the end of this year, any earlier than the goal date will be a bonus.
If anyone has any advice for me on either learning to live simpler, like Down to Earth and similar sites, or has any comments or experiences to share then feel free. I aim to write my blog at least three times a week if not more, so i promise to keep in touch regularly and would appreciate any feedback.
many thanks for now
many blessings
Rae
I haven't been able to blog recently because my system was playing up, but now it seems to be sorted.
An update...
Jack got a gold medal at the UK school games, and also got himself a job as a peer mentor working with other young people with additional needs, helping them to make their way in life, and learning the ways of dealing with society and its expectations.
He is also about to start working with soldiers who have returned from Afghanistan because they have been injured or disabled. He will be working voluntarily for Help The Heroes, a charity set up to support injured servicemen and women. He will teaching them to play table tennis and helping them to learn to live life in a wheelchair, as he does. All this at the age of 15!!! I am sooo proud!
On to the rest of the household, I have been researching methods of simplifying living and have been collecting books on the subject (only when they have been in thrift shops, at bargain prices!)
I have also been scouring the local charity shops (thrift shops) looking for clothes for myself and my daughter ready for the winter season. I got some really good bargains and have been sorting out clothes that are no longer required and passing them on to the charity shops in return.
I have been looking into the vast (600 plus!) collection of sewing patterns that I have accumulated over the years, and have been sorting them into groups ie crafts, costumes etc. I have discussed with my friend and we have decided that it is about time that I got off my lazy backside and started to use them and my many years of sewing experience to make an income. I will use the soon-to-be floored loft as my craft room and will sell my craft and household textiles through the like of Etsy and on various craft fairs throughout the year, as well as through the cheapest form of advertising, word of mouth.
I have found a great site to help with the craft business set up, it is http://www.startacraftbusiness.co.uk/ and it is full of really useful information to help me on my way.
My goal is to have everything set up by this time next year in time for the christmas business and although I fully expect it to be in full swing by the end of this year, any earlier than the goal date will be a bonus.
If anyone has any advice for me on either learning to live simpler, like Down to Earth and similar sites, or has any comments or experiences to share then feel free. I aim to write my blog at least three times a week if not more, so i promise to keep in touch regularly and would appreciate any feedback.
many thanks for now
many blessings
Rae
Sunday, 29 August 2010
family time
Hi all, happy sunday!
Well, it has been another busy day here at home. My Hubby took Jack to town to get some games exchanged whilst me and my 2yr old went to our friends next door, where little un gave her a hand to clean out their guinea pig cages. When the boys got back, DD helped her Daddy with his jigsaw and me and Jack made some sponge cakes. Quite an enjoyable time was spent by all, and no cross words between anybody!
We might have some family time like that again, when we get the chance.
Well, got some more cake to eat, so until next time
blessings
Rae
Well, it has been another busy day here at home. My Hubby took Jack to town to get some games exchanged whilst me and my 2yr old went to our friends next door, where little un gave her a hand to clean out their guinea pig cages. When the boys got back, DD helped her Daddy with his jigsaw and me and Jack made some sponge cakes. Quite an enjoyable time was spent by all, and no cross words between anybody!
We might have some family time like that again, when we get the chance.
Well, got some more cake to eat, so until next time
blessings
Rae
Thursday, 26 August 2010
still being positive
Hi all,
I've been quite busy this week, so haven't really had much time to blog. I must get my routine sorted to include blogtime each day. Added to that my gorgeous Hubby has been off work for a week so I have eased off a bit on everything.It has been good having him around.
I finally got round to getting my eyes tested and now have to wear glasses all the time. It's a bit confusing for my brain because I have bifocals, and each time I look down I get blurred vision unless I'm reading!
I have been quite good recently at keeping up with my housework and general chores, and even managed to do some light gardening this morning with my eldest son.
I always have a massive list that needs doing around the house, and gradually, finally, I am working through that list and actually getting things done that have needed doing for ages.
I am very proud of my youngest son who got his GCSE grades today. He got an A for Media Studies and two C's for his Science papers. Well done Jack!
Well, got to go now,
Until next tiome
Blessings
Rae
I've been quite busy this week, so haven't really had much time to blog. I must get my routine sorted to include blogtime each day. Added to that my gorgeous Hubby has been off work for a week so I have eased off a bit on everything.It has been good having him around.
I finally got round to getting my eyes tested and now have to wear glasses all the time. It's a bit confusing for my brain because I have bifocals, and each time I look down I get blurred vision unless I'm reading!
I have been quite good recently at keeping up with my housework and general chores, and even managed to do some light gardening this morning with my eldest son.
I always have a massive list that needs doing around the house, and gradually, finally, I am working through that list and actually getting things done that have needed doing for ages.
I am very proud of my youngest son who got his GCSE grades today. He got an A for Media Studies and two C's for his Science papers. Well done Jack!
Well, got to go now,
Until next tiome
Blessings
Rae
Monday, 23 August 2010
jack loved his room
Just a quick update to let you know that Jack got back from boys camp. He loved his new look room! I have wallpapered and Rob did all the paintwork, then I pinned up all of his 60 ish medals from all his sports around his walls. Apart from managing to hammer my finger very hard, the room went together fairly quickly and we had it ready in time for his return.
I think we will do our room next, it is in dire need of a refurbish, to put it nicely!
until next time
blessings
Rae
I think we will do our room next, it is in dire need of a refurbish, to put it nicely!
until next time
blessings
Rae
Thursday, 19 August 2010
onward and upward!!
Hi everyone,
sorry I havent blogged for a while but let me explain why.
Since my last post I have been thinking a lot about what I really want from life and have been talking about it with my Hubby Rob.
We have decided to have the attic converted to a storage space by getting flooring and a loft ladder installed so that we can move all the craft collection to the attic, thus freeing up both the room and my mind from the jumble that is my crafting obsession!
This decision has snowballed into a plan for major re-sorting of the whole house! We have already made great headway into cleaning and decorating Jack's room, ready to surprise him on his return from boys camp on Friday.
We have plans ready for action between getting the attic work done (September 28th) and Christmas. I will reveal them as we get closer, so as not to give any secrets away to the family, who may be reading this blog! Let me just throw a hint though, I think I know of a little girl who will have a wonderful surprise for her 3rd birthday on Boxing day!
Well, got to go now, while I'm still in such good spirits.
Until next time
Blessings
Rae
p.s I discovered my very first tiny cucumber and tiny tomato on in my greenhouse yesterday, I have been trying to grow some veggies and I'm so pleased that they are finally showing some signs of sprouting !
xx
sorry I havent blogged for a while but let me explain why.
Since my last post I have been thinking a lot about what I really want from life and have been talking about it with my Hubby Rob.
We have decided to have the attic converted to a storage space by getting flooring and a loft ladder installed so that we can move all the craft collection to the attic, thus freeing up both the room and my mind from the jumble that is my crafting obsession!
This decision has snowballed into a plan for major re-sorting of the whole house! We have already made great headway into cleaning and decorating Jack's room, ready to surprise him on his return from boys camp on Friday.
We have plans ready for action between getting the attic work done (September 28th) and Christmas. I will reveal them as we get closer, so as not to give any secrets away to the family, who may be reading this blog! Let me just throw a hint though, I think I know of a little girl who will have a wonderful surprise for her 3rd birthday on Boxing day!
Well, got to go now, while I'm still in such good spirits.
Until next time
Blessings
Rae
p.s I discovered my very first tiny cucumber and tiny tomato on in my greenhouse yesterday, I have been trying to grow some veggies and I'm so pleased that they are finally showing some signs of sprouting !
xx
Sunday, 15 August 2010
The Secret
On Thursday, my DH bought me a great book that he had heard was an inspiration to many people. It's called The Secret and it is brilliant!
It has made me rethink my life and myself totally. I realise that I have spent my life so far being ill, moaning about everything and always being of the mindset that we havent got enough money for this, that and the other. From now on, I try at all times to be the opposite, not to mention if i feel bad, upset or depressed. To be thankful for each and every thing that i have and that my family have, not to dwell on the past because it doesnt matter now, what matters now is The Here and Now.
Life is brilliant, and each moment is a new one, ready to fill with as much as you want to. There is always enough of everything we need, and if we dont have it now, then we will one day, when the time is right.
We will have a lovely bungalow one day with a smallholding for a few pygmy goats and the kids will all have their own space, Hubby will have his own study where he will be able to finally write that book that he has always wanted to write. I will have a craft room with all built in storage for everything that I currently hoard. we will have everything we will ever need and more. The universe will provide.
On other matters, we had a really good day yesterday, and after dropping Jack at his summer camp we went to a lovely place for dinner. I had a really great steak and thoroughly enjoyed every mouthful, and for the first time didnt feel guilty about treating ourselves.
Hoping you all have good weekend!
Until then,
Blessings
Rae
It has made me rethink my life and myself totally. I realise that I have spent my life so far being ill, moaning about everything and always being of the mindset that we havent got enough money for this, that and the other. From now on, I try at all times to be the opposite, not to mention if i feel bad, upset or depressed. To be thankful for each and every thing that i have and that my family have, not to dwell on the past because it doesnt matter now, what matters now is The Here and Now.
Life is brilliant, and each moment is a new one, ready to fill with as much as you want to. There is always enough of everything we need, and if we dont have it now, then we will one day, when the time is right.
We will have a lovely bungalow one day with a smallholding for a few pygmy goats and the kids will all have their own space, Hubby will have his own study where he will be able to finally write that book that he has always wanted to write. I will have a craft room with all built in storage for everything that I currently hoard. we will have everything we will ever need and more. The universe will provide.
On other matters, we had a really good day yesterday, and after dropping Jack at his summer camp we went to a lovely place for dinner. I had a really great steak and thoroughly enjoyed every mouthful, and for the first time didnt feel guilty about treating ourselves.
Hoping you all have good weekend!
Until then,
Blessings
Rae
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