I am feeling uneasy. There are little things that are wrong but nothing really big. I guess I'm just feel like changes are going to happen and while I am excited at the prospect I feel uneasy because I just wish I had a better plan of action. I have only recently become this way. My previous nature was pretty laid back and sort of "go with the flow" but lately I am feeling more of a need to gain control and map things out.
I think a lot of my anxiety is based around work right now. There is just so much on my plate and the thought of failing is kind of sickening. Maybe it is time to ask for help!
Business is good though. I have another show booked for December 4th which is great.
I am looking forward to doing the shows and I feel excited about how my booth will look.
I have had some Christmas orders come in which is nice.
I am day dreaming a lot about a vacation. We are going away for sure this winter and I am really looking forward to it. I think Piper will love it!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Sunday Bliss
Yesterday (Sunday) was blissful. I did something that I haven't done in years and that was chill out in bed for most of the day and watch the Slice channel.
I have been having this crazy back spasm for like a week now. It is like a secret ninja in the you never know when it is going to pop up on you. Back spasms are new for me and I have to tell you, they hurt! So yesterday I was having mild ones here and there and I decided to take it easy on myself and hang out in bed.
It was great! I loved having a day of nothingness. Apart from getting groceries in the morning I never the left the house. We even ordered in (chinese food) for dinner which was perfect.
It made coming into work today all the more harder though.
I really wish I could make this jewellery business go full time. If I am going to work my buns off and get loaded with stress it may as well be to benefit me. I am thinking that I would really like to set my sights on more wholesale stuff and see where that leads. My wheels are turning in my head on how to make a go of it. Hopefully all of this hard work will pay off...
I have been having this crazy back spasm for like a week now. It is like a secret ninja in the you never know when it is going to pop up on you. Back spasms are new for me and I have to tell you, they hurt! So yesterday I was having mild ones here and there and I decided to take it easy on myself and hang out in bed.
It was great! I loved having a day of nothingness. Apart from getting groceries in the morning I never the left the house. We even ordered in (chinese food) for dinner which was perfect.
It made coming into work today all the more harder though.
I really wish I could make this jewellery business go full time. If I am going to work my buns off and get loaded with stress it may as well be to benefit me. I am thinking that I would really like to set my sights on more wholesale stuff and see where that leads. My wheels are turning in my head on how to make a go of it. Hopefully all of this hard work will pay off...
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
Bones
I have weak bones. I will need to get a bone density test to be sure but I pretty much know the answer going in.
The reason I know is because they break so easily. This past Tuesday for instance, I stumbled while walking on uneven ground and snapped the end of my ankle bone off.
It really isn't a serious injury (despite how it sounds) and the pain is quite minimal. I am going to be back at work on Monday even.
The part that is most alarming for me is how easily the bone broke. I think that I am low in calcium and am now making a big effort to increase my daily calcium. I will go on a supplement as well.
Since February 21st I have broken my knee in four places, a toe and now this. Hopefully we will figure out the problem and fix it so I can stop breaking bones...
The reason I know is because they break so easily. This past Tuesday for instance, I stumbled while walking on uneven ground and snapped the end of my ankle bone off.
It really isn't a serious injury (despite how it sounds) and the pain is quite minimal. I am going to be back at work on Monday even.
The part that is most alarming for me is how easily the bone broke. I think that I am low in calcium and am now making a big effort to increase my daily calcium. I will go on a supplement as well.
Since February 21st I have broken my knee in four places, a toe and now this. Hopefully we will figure out the problem and fix it so I can stop breaking bones...
Monday, October 11, 2010
Oh My Gravy
I survived Thanksgiving dinner with Piper's Grandmother's. Actually it was a great dinner! Bob jumped right in and help in all aspects. He cleaned, he cooked, he served and he even helped with dishes. I am trying not to act surprised but let's just say it was not expected. It was awesome though!
The meal turned out great and everyone seemed to enjoy it. I will definitely do it more in the future.
All in all, it has been a great weekend. The perfect mix of downtime, chores and jewellery. I got lots of new things made over the last few days and I have had a few sales as well which was nice. This weekend was supposed to be a big jewellery show for me before my business partnership crumbled. I did think about that through out the weekend and was a little disappointed in how it all turned out but I know that things will be fine in the end for all involved.
I am really excited about my next show though. I have great feelings about it and I know my booth is going to kick some booty.
Piper was running a bit of a temperature all weekend. Not enough to panic about but she certainly is under the weather. She is getting a bunch of new teeth though and I have been told that this can cause a fever. If she is not better tomorrow I am going to get her checked out just to be safe.
We got a hilarious video clip of her this morning dancing along to the Doodlebops as they were on TV. So cute.
The meal turned out great and everyone seemed to enjoy it. I will definitely do it more in the future.
All in all, it has been a great weekend. The perfect mix of downtime, chores and jewellery. I got lots of new things made over the last few days and I have had a few sales as well which was nice. This weekend was supposed to be a big jewellery show for me before my business partnership crumbled. I did think about that through out the weekend and was a little disappointed in how it all turned out but I know that things will be fine in the end for all involved.
I am really excited about my next show though. I have great feelings about it and I know my booth is going to kick some booty.
Piper was running a bit of a temperature all weekend. Not enough to panic about but she certainly is under the weather. She is getting a bunch of new teeth though and I have been told that this can cause a fever. If she is not better tomorrow I am going to get her checked out just to be safe.
We got a hilarious video clip of her this morning dancing along to the Doodlebops as they were on TV. So cute.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Thanksgiving Weekend
If you're Canadian you are likely as thrilled as I am for the long weekend! I am looking out my window from work right now and the weather looks great. Here's hoping it sticks around for a few days.
This weekend will be great! It will be a nice mix of family, friends, food, fun and frolic. A much needed 3 day break from work as well :)
I am actually cooking a turkey for crying out loud! This will be the second time in my life that I have done this and the first time wasn't exactly a massive success. I was horrified to realize there were "inner bits" still in it that I had to remove (hello barbecue tongs) and just the whole raw bird thing was kinda disgusting. This time I am going with the butterball already stuffed and basted turkey. It was like twice the price but should be easy enough and way less on the gross scale.
The weekend will also include watching a horse show at a fair which I love! There will be visiting and lots of jewellery making too which is awesome because I have lots of ideas in my head.
I am sooo looking forward to it.
Have a great one everyone!
Here is a sweet little number I made last night:
This weekend will be great! It will be a nice mix of family, friends, food, fun and frolic. A much needed 3 day break from work as well :)
I am actually cooking a turkey for crying out loud! This will be the second time in my life that I have done this and the first time wasn't exactly a massive success. I was horrified to realize there were "inner bits" still in it that I had to remove (hello barbecue tongs) and just the whole raw bird thing was kinda disgusting. This time I am going with the butterball already stuffed and basted turkey. It was like twice the price but should be easy enough and way less on the gross scale.
The weekend will also include watching a horse show at a fair which I love! There will be visiting and lots of jewellery making too which is awesome because I have lots of ideas in my head.
I am sooo looking forward to it.
Have a great one everyone!
Here is a sweet little number I made last night:
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Taaa Daaaa
As promised days ago, here is a sampling of the new hair accessories! I am having so much fun with these. I love the colours and they just look so cheerful!
The nice part is that they are easy to do and can be sold quite cheaply. I think it is nice to have that option available to my customers who might like a little pick-me-up without having to spend a fortune.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
The Future is looking bright...
time to find those shades!
Things have been a bit rocky over the past little while. A combination of many stressors but today I am feeling hopeful for the future and proud of where I am right now.
First of all, my daughter is awesome. Apart from being as cute as a button, she is so funny and so smart. She really just has this amazing personality (already) and she is so self-assured. I will do everything in my power to make sure it stays that way. My life is so much better with her in it. There is just no other way strong enough to describe it.
Work is okay. It is hectic and I am sometimes wondering if ever I will get through everything on my continually growing list but all in all, I am liking it. I have been given more responsibility which can be a good or a bad thing. I am keeping it positive and enjoying the challenge.
Things are good at home. Jasmine (my crazy old lady boxer dog) was sprayed YET AGAIN by a skunk last week. If any of you have experienced this first hand, you know that it is a nightmare to get rid of the stink. We are almost there though thanks to our friends at SKUNK OUT and Glade. We are also in the process of getting a new roof on the house.
Business is good. Sales have picked up a bit so far in October and I have been a busy bee creating a fresh start. I am soooo excited about the display idea I have come up with for upcoming shows. It is going to be so unique and so quirky...just like me! It is definitely going to mean more work the morning of a show but I think it will pay off. I am pretty sure that the awesomeness of the booth will be enough to draw crowds and then the awesomeness of my designs will drum up sales. Look at me tooting my own horn!
I have invested some bucks and am just waiting on the final touches to arrive then it will be all set for Craftstock. Not too long ago I was feeling a bit worried and depressed about my little business but now I think that the sky is the limit.
In other positive news, I went back to the gym last night. My knee held up pretty well and I feel great that I went back. Going back tomorrow.
Finally, I haven't made a lot in the way of new jewellery over the past few days but last night I came up with these little cuties:
Things have been a bit rocky over the past little while. A combination of many stressors but today I am feeling hopeful for the future and proud of where I am right now.
First of all, my daughter is awesome. Apart from being as cute as a button, she is so funny and so smart. She really just has this amazing personality (already) and she is so self-assured. I will do everything in my power to make sure it stays that way. My life is so much better with her in it. There is just no other way strong enough to describe it.
Work is okay. It is hectic and I am sometimes wondering if ever I will get through everything on my continually growing list but all in all, I am liking it. I have been given more responsibility which can be a good or a bad thing. I am keeping it positive and enjoying the challenge.
Things are good at home. Jasmine (my crazy old lady boxer dog) was sprayed YET AGAIN by a skunk last week. If any of you have experienced this first hand, you know that it is a nightmare to get rid of the stink. We are almost there though thanks to our friends at SKUNK OUT and Glade. We are also in the process of getting a new roof on the house.
Business is good. Sales have picked up a bit so far in October and I have been a busy bee creating a fresh start. I am soooo excited about the display idea I have come up with for upcoming shows. It is going to be so unique and so quirky...just like me! It is definitely going to mean more work the morning of a show but I think it will pay off. I am pretty sure that the awesomeness of the booth will be enough to draw crowds and then the awesomeness of my designs will drum up sales. Look at me tooting my own horn!
I have invested some bucks and am just waiting on the final touches to arrive then it will be all set for Craftstock. Not too long ago I was feeling a bit worried and depressed about my little business but now I think that the sky is the limit.
In other positive news, I went back to the gym last night. My knee held up pretty well and I feel great that I went back. Going back tomorrow.
Finally, I haven't made a lot in the way of new jewellery over the past few days but last night I came up with these little cuties:
Friday, October 1, 2010
Craftstock
I just got verification of my next craft show. It will be Craftstock in Oakville on November 6th. I am looking forward to it.
When my friendship and business partnership hit the bricks recently, so did my upcoming shows for selling my jewellery. This left me with a lot of stock and not a lot of sales prospects. I was sad and I sulked for a few days but then I got up, dusted myself off and came up with a plan. It looks like I have been able to book to Christmas Shows and a plan for 7 more next year. I will also give extra attention to the shops that sell my jewellery and of course my internet sales.
When life hands you lemons, not only do you make lemonade but you serve it up with flair and take a second to enjoy it.
I was in Toronto again today with my sister. My whole day was traffic Hell but I had lots of fun all in all. I got lots of findings which is kind of boring but I also got some lovely strands of beads that I am excited to use. I made two pieces this evening but plan on spending a significant amount of time in the studio this weekend. I'll post some pics next week!
When my friendship and business partnership hit the bricks recently, so did my upcoming shows for selling my jewellery. This left me with a lot of stock and not a lot of sales prospects. I was sad and I sulked for a few days but then I got up, dusted myself off and came up with a plan. It looks like I have been able to book to Christmas Shows and a plan for 7 more next year. I will also give extra attention to the shops that sell my jewellery and of course my internet sales.
When life hands you lemons, not only do you make lemonade but you serve it up with flair and take a second to enjoy it.
I was in Toronto again today with my sister. My whole day was traffic Hell but I had lots of fun all in all. I got lots of findings which is kind of boring but I also got some lovely strands of beads that I am excited to use. I made two pieces this evening but plan on spending a significant amount of time in the studio this weekend. I'll post some pics next week!
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