when good things happen to nice people...

How absolutely delighted & excited I am for my friend, Mary.  We met lots of years ago when we worked together, side-by-side and believe me when I say that we've shared many-a-laugh (and some pretty good family stories!)  She's one of those gals who celebrates life, is an ever-thoughtful mom and an all-around creative, country soul.  I don't get the pleasure of her in-person company as much anymore, but my heart swells for her tonight as I read her newly published feature in the Oct./Nov. issue of MaryJanes Farm.  Congratulations you dear, sweet lady!  It's just the beginning for you...

it wouldn't be the holidays without...matthew mead!

Have you ordered your copy?  Did you know it's only available here?  Matthew Mead, the king of style, design & fresh ideas.  This is one bookazine that you won't want to be without this Christmas...hurry over to get yours.  (And, there just might be a little something featured from someone you know!  Wink.)

this morning

After 15 years of living in this old farmhouse, I've never heard it.  (I guess it takes a puppy to get you outside early on a Sunday morning,)  Cool, crisp, quiet...then, early morning church bells. Absolutely glorious.

2011...yes or no?

So, looking forward to the Autumn months and I'm wondering...should there be a 2011 cupcake studio calendar?

please pass the salt...

Sole survivors from the little wilting garden...c'mon autumn!

love those stampington folks!

Wow, this made my Monday, I'll tell you! Thank you, Stampington and Take Ten magazine for featuring some of my little cards...I'm so excited!

sweatin' with my sister at the ohio state fair

Sheep day at The Ohio State Fair...Young Boy with his sheep, Tina. (As in "Eat your food, Tina!" from the movie, Napoleon Dynamite.)

Marysville folks, REMEMBER these guys!?



Yep, that's fried cookie dough, people.



Fun times.