History in the Makin'

A great day in history and I pray that this will be what the world needs to make some change!
Best of Luck to the new President!
and be SAFE!

The American People need some hope.....
lets hope this is our HOPE!

"Miracle on the Hudson"

What a miracle it was! My thought and prayers go out to the survivors of the Flight 1549 yesterday! What an experience, something that will be with them always! I flew in Nov on the same type of plane from Laguardia Airport, and it was the first time I was in a plane since before 911 and I was calm, I had my Twilight book to keep me company. It was a pleasant flight, but I did start thinking about how small the airport is, and it has alot of water around it. But I got home safely. Now looking at all the news and pictures of yesterday, I am wondering how I would have been throught this horrible crash. Those passagers are amazing and I am very happy for all of them and there family!

And what do I say.....How do you spell hero....."SULLY". What a humble hero, Pilot Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger of Ca. You are the best! Your co-pilot deserves and a big thank you too. I hope the next time I fly......you will be the pilot!

Wii Fit to the rescue!

I have like all of you started off the new years saying, it is time to get fit and make a change, and loose weight. In the past, I start out each year saying all these things too, but ya know didnt stay motivated. Although this last year I had so many people around me getting sick and just not taking care of themselves, and having to rely on medication to fix there risen cholesterol, it has scared me! So Santa was very nice this year and brought our family the Wii Fit and today was my day to start! I really enjoyed it. and I can't wait to get on it again. I made my little "mii" which was way more plump than I would like, so all the more incentive to change that. As I drop pounds and get fit, my little "Mii" will too. I ate healthy today, which is a big key for me, and NO MORE ICE CREAM! This journey will be tough, but I have done it before and will again. My 25th high school reunion is in July and no way will I go like this! I will keep you posted on my progress............Good Luck to all of you that are going on the same journey as me, or should I say "Mii"!!!

MY NIECE MAKES ME SMILE!

I just have to post a little something about my niece. She makes me smile all the time! She loves to take pictures of herself doing crazy things! This one is my favorite! Love ya, you so silly!!

IT IS 2009! It is going to be GOOD YEAR!!!

Hi ALL! Sorry for not posting lately....Been alittle crazy, the holiday's wrapping up, family visiting, now finishing my son's school elementary yearbook. I am the editor this years yearbook for Eaton Elementary, it is my 1st year in charge. Although being on the staff for the last 3 years and I am still worried about doing a good job. But I'm really excited about how it is going so far this year. But I have to say it has been alot of work. I received over 4,000 pictures from my staff and parents. Our school has such a HUGE parent participation, so I have so much to work with! I wish I could post pictures of the pages that I have designed so far, but I don't think the kids parents would appreciate it, ya know posting pic's of kids and internet without permission...not good!
ANYWAY because this busy time, I have taken some time away from my work, so next week BACK TO WORK.
MY TO DO LIST
~take pictures of new jewelry to post on etsy!.........
~work on new headpiece designs!..........
~work on new jewelry ideas! "I have so many new ideas!..............
~NETWORK ! NETWORK ! NETWORK !!!!.............
~contact my brides that have '09 weddings,YEAH!!.......
~research new ideas.....
~get new business cards & info packets out to all my photographer "friends" I have such a huge support from wonderful photographers! Luv ya guys!! will post really soon about all my photographer "friends"! watch for it...
I am so sure there is more, but it is a start. I hope this will be a great year! 2008 was a good, alot of possibe things & learning....but there is alway room for more!!!

Santa is coming town!!

We saw Santa yesterday! my oldest didn't want to sit on his lap, but he was a good sport for his little brother. I always remember when I was little I always cried on santa's lap. Not sure why he always brought me something good, how silly! After Santa we went to friend house for games, and holiday cheer. We had a wonderful time. It was great to relax and forget about my hectic and very long "To Do List". Been soooo busy lately, with lots of stuff; Christmas shopping, designing my son's school yearbook, working on orders, to add to the list of worry, I had to take my Dad last friday for a procedure to check out his heart. No Blockage yeah! that was the best xmas gift. It is always something.. But yeah know, it is all good!!!(as my friend Tammy always says). My problems may seem big at the moment, but small to someone else. I always remind myself of that everyday.

So going to take some well deserved time off, my family will be coming in for xmas and will be staying till after New Years. They come every year and we have a big New Years party. Hope to ringin' in a Very Happy New Year to all. 2009 is going to be a great year!

A Carolina Wedding, thank you.....

I have been getting my thoughts together about how I want to say thanks to A Carolina Wedding. Since April 07, I have had an opportunity to work with a great and creative bunch of women at A Carolina Wedding. Ms Tonya let me join her store to showcase my jewelry and headpieces and it has helped me grow. While at ACW I had the chance to work with them on several fashion shows, and even got to meet a local stylist, who now comes by sometimes to borrow some of my designs with their gowns and dresses for her magazine photo shoots. But most of all I had a chance to work with the best brides in town. It has been a great & learning experience. And I will always appreciate what Ms Tonya and the staff at ACW have done for me. As with everything you hope to grow and sometimes you grow apart. So I have been fortunate to meet some fantastic people in the bridal business, before and while working downtown at ACW. Now I feel it is time to venture out on my own. With the launch of my website & etsy shop, it gives me the opportunity to work more from home and be there for my husband & kids, and it also lets me work with brides from all over the place. So I will conclude with a Great Big Thank You to Ms Tonya and A Carolina Wedding & I wish you continued success! If you are looking for a beautiful dress, or an expert planner or even some cool wedding decor. Give them a call at 910-762-3312 or check out there website http://www.acarolinawedding.com/.