Gooseberry Patch

So I was wondering if I had anything interesting to enter in my blog today, thinking I might skip another day.  But then I was working on a project and it came to me.  I would like to share Gooseberry Patch. 

I love the cookbooks and craft books.  One year I gave all my special girl friends a cook book with tons of cookie recipes.  I have made a quilt from the pattern from gooseberry patch.  And now I am working on some other items that I will share when they are complete.

Please girls, check them out.  There is even a story behind the creators of Gooseberry Patch. 

Remember, it's all about us Chicks!!

Being Thankful

What does it mean to be thankful? I'm not talking about being polite after someone's opened the door for you. I'm talking about feeling thankful for the true blessings in your life. '"True Blessings" mean the things in your life that resonate importance in your life - the things that touch your core.

You may be wondering why it's important to feel thankful. Oprah talked about this concept a few years ago and she suggested having a thankfulness journal. This is a great idea because it keeps us focussed on the positives in our lives. It helps us see the great things we have and do, and puts our frustrations and worries into perspective. But even if you don't have a journal, you can see the benefits of being conscious of thankfulnesss - again, it keeps us focused on the great and wonderful things in our lives.

How does being thankful affect your life? Let's look at it in terms of someone you may know. Imagine the person who is usually in a bad mood. They are always complaining about something, there is always someone who's done something to them and they're always getting the bum deal. This person is hard to be around and it takes a lot of energy to maintain a relationship with them. By the end of a visit, you're exhausted! Do you think this person is a thankful one? Probably not. In fact, if you asked them what they're thankful for, they may have a hard time telling you.


On the other hand, think of someone else you know. This person is energetic, and has a certain spark to them. They laugh a lot and have a "can-do" attitude. They may be afraid, but they are willing to try new things. If you ask them what they're thankful for, they will be able to list off many. And when you visit with this person, you feel energized, inspired and thankful to know them. It's safe to say that this person is more fulfilled in their life than the unthankful one.

Of course our lives are never perfect but we still strive for perfection. But you know how it is. You reach the top of one mountain and lo and behold! there's another mountain to climb! Don't feel discouraged by this. Be sure to look back at all the mountains you've climbed and acknowledge the growth and progress you've made. Be thankful for the experiences because without them, you wouldn't be where you are today.
And what if where you are today is not where you want to be? Again, be thankful that you are where you are - because now you have a very clear idea of what you don't want. You can now work towards what you do want.

I found this atricle by Trish Hoskin and I hope it inspires many people this Thanksgiving.

And just so you know who is really thankful for her life, Remember, it's all about us Chicks!!

My Old Friend #44

So a few days ago I shared with you my feelings about my friend trail #44.  I hiked trail #44 everyday for the past two weeks.  I am really feeling my muscles again and I must admit, it feels great.  I thought I would share some pics.  Now these pics were taken with my phone so they aren't the best. 

This part of the trail is what I call "The Stairway to Heaven" This picture doesn't really show, but it is brutal.  I'm breathing pretty hard after I get up this path.

This picture is taken on top of the Stairway to Heaven.  Give you a feeling of how high it is.

This next picture is about half up the trail. I am breathing hard and sweating by the time I get here.

This next pic is taken from the top.  Now I love the feeling I get when I see this view. 

Thanks for letting me share an old friend.

Remember, it's all about us Chicks!!

Am I nuts?

Last night I watched the movie "The Titanic".  Good movie, I have seen it all the way through twice.  So all day long I have been thinking about this movie.  And this is the "It's a chick thing" thoughts I have been having.  Not about the ship and how people died.  Not about icebergs.  I have been thinking, how come we women don't get to dress like the ladies in this era.  I am so in love with the clothes and the big hats that they wore.  Now, I probably wouldn't want to wear a corsett but I LOVE THE BIG HATS!!!  All day long I pictured when Kate Winslet stepped out the the car to get on the boat and the first thing we see is her big beautiful hat. 

Don't think I'm crazy, it's just a chick thing.

44

I have a friend.  This friend is always there when I need to pay a visit.  This friend doesn't care how often I visit.  This friend doesn't care if I look good or dress nice when I visit.  This friend lets me vent, have conversations, pray and cry.  This friend doesn't gossip or see my faults. I really should visit this friend more often but for some reason I tend to want to visit this friend when my life is in turmoil.  This friend always seems to ease my pain and help me think more clearly.  One of the best things about this friend, I always feel better about myself after the visit!!!!

Let me introduce you to my friend, Trail #44 on North Mountain. I have been hiking this trail for a few years and yesterday made a promise to my good friend that I will visit more often, not only when I am in turmoil.

Tomorrow I will share the pictures I took on the path of my good friend, Trail #44.

Remember, it's all about us Chicks!!

Polka Dots

I came across this picture and I was drawn to it.  First, I love old photos of sexy women and especially if they have red hair.  Being a red head as a young girl, I hated it.  I always wanted to be a pretty blonde or an alluring brunette like all my girl friends.  It wasn't until I got older that I liked being a red head.  As a matter of fact, I love being a red head.  Sooooo, I think that is why I am drawn to pics of red heads.  But you know what really drew me to this picture, the green polka dot bikini.  Not sure why, but I love polka dots!!!!!

Remember, it's all about us chicks!!

Storage Solution

See these cute hat boxes.  They sit in the corner of my bedroom and they hold some of my most prized posessions.  My purses!!  I thought I would share them with you because when I found them I was soooo excited.  I always look for different ways to store things, other than always stuffing everything into a closet.  It's my thing.  What way can I decorate and store something at the same time.  Of course these hat boxes are especially close to my heart because they have flowers all over them.  Now I know that this blog post is not the most interesting you will read today, but when I found these hat boxes it made my day!!!!  Talk more later.         Remember, it's all about us Chicks!!



Monday Morning Blahs

Really, I don't like Monday mornings.  Don't want to get out of bed, Monday's are my busiest day at the office and I might be slightly hung over.  I was in a Wii bowling for tournament for charity and I drank beer.  Now I know not to do that on Sunday's but it was for charity, right??  LOL  It was fun anyway, I got first place with my partner. 

Talk tomorrow maybe I will have something more interesting to blog about.
Remember it's all about us Chicks!!

My wish list

So here it is just after Halloween and I am thinking about Christmas.  I was coming up with a budget and kind of started a list and I remembered what I wanted for Christmas.  So today's blog is about "MY Christmas Present"  Now, please don't think I am "all about me".  Usually I never even have a list.   If I do, it's something useful that I am asking for.  But here is what I want this year.  Ready?  I am so excited to share it!!!  Isn't it beautiful.  I have the perfect spot for it too!!!

Talk again tomorrow!!!

Remember, it's all about us Chicks!

It's A Chick Thing

When I first came up with the phrase "It's A Chick Thing", I was looking for something clever to put on my nice brand new truck to let everyone know that this hot truck belongs to a girl.  So the story goes that it has kind of become my thing.  I knew that the phrase has been used before, of course I didn't make it up but I really didn't have any idea that other girls were using the phrase also.  I accidentally typed it into my browser and found out it is a popular saying.  Soooo, I am not as original as I thought. 
Anyway, the reason for this blog today.  Girls, check out this book.  This is next on my list from Amazon.com.

A fabulously fun collection of spirited stories, scintillating sidebars, and oh-so-quotable quips, It’s a Chick Thing® pays homage to the special and unique times that strengthen the bonds of female friendships—the antics, escapades, and thrill seeking—as well as the loyalty, sisterly support, and irrepressible humor.

Read about Dolly Parton’s “biker chick” adventures with her girlfriend gang, Hell’s Belles; Diana and Fergie’s hilarious night on the town during Prince Andrew’s bacheslor party; and the time Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn faced down the Coal Miner’s Daughter’s detractors. Meet women like Cirque du Chien, a pack of party-loving Francophiles who dress up like French poodles; BBB (the Beach Bridge Bitches) who commandeer a beach every summer for a week-long Motwon dance party and pina colada-fest; and a bevy of sisters and friends who take over the backyard playhouse for parties and girl talk.

Daisies

I was helping my boss pick out a flower arrangement for her Mom's Bday.  My eyes always seem to seek out the arrangments that are filled with daisies.  I love the plain white daisies.  They last forever and they are so cheerful and sunny.

My boss didn't end up picking any of the arrangments that I liked but it gave me something to blog about today.  I am in a daisy mood.  I am going to stop on the way home and get myself a bunch for the house.  I want a cheerful, sunny weekend.

Remember, it's all about us Chicks!!!

Very Disturbing

I saw something on TV last night that I can't seem to shake.  It's been on my mind all day.  I saw a commercial for the APSCA.  They actually showed tons of dogs in a cage and there were so many of them they were on top of each other. I know my description probably isn't as distrubing as the commercial but still, I keep seeing these dogs in my head.

Got me to thinking, I don't get it.  My Sadie is such a part of my family.  I can't imagine her hurting even for a minute.  Please report animal cruelty.

Here is my Sadie Cakes, as I call her.  

LIPS

I think that the sexiest part of a women is her lips.  I have been trying for as many years as I can remember to find "MY" shade of lipstick.  Still looking.......

Ladies, I've decided, we always need to wear lipstick to show of our sexiest part.  Writing this post is making me want to go find my man and lay a big kiss on him.

Remember it's all about us Chicks!!!  

Under Construction

Second time updating my blog.  Still trying to figure it all out.  How to make it personal, how to attach pics and how to make "it a chick thing"!!  LOL

Remember, it's all about the Chicks!!

I love this picture

My First Time

No, not my first time at that!!!!   My first time blogging.  I have a friend who has a terrific blog and I thought, that looks like something I would like to do.  Question?  Do I have enough things in my life to make an interesting blogger.  Guess we will find out.  

Remember, it's all about the Chicks!!