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This first day cover was a gift from my in-laws. They are good that way, adding to my collection of royal things. Tomorrow, the wedding! I'm so excited. Heading up to Lynne's with Judi today for a royal engagement of our own. Below we are seen at a lovely wedding party at the Ritz. Tomorrow morning we will be in our jammies, huddled around the tv. As Judi said, an event where we won't have to worry what we are wearing. I'll try to sneak a photo, *wink* CHEERS!
This entire spring break has been a jammie wearing lazy affair. Each day has been spent preparing the house book kits for etsy, and bagging and packaging socks. I finally began listing the kits this morning. There are several color combinations to choose from and soon there will be additional one-of-a-kind offerings. The socks didn't leave yet as I am expecting a few more arrivals. I'm so excited to launch these - hopefully tomorrow. Easter decorations? Oops. didn't get any up this year. *smacks head*
HAPPY EASTER!
On the short walk to the mailbox.....found my first four leaf of the year. Looking for rose blossoms next.
From one of our favorite bands, My Chemical Romance, at www.SingItForJapan.com:
Dozens of musicians donated their time and talent to help bring this song to life. To complete the video, thousands of fans across the world submitted video, artwork, and pictures to show their love and support.
Using classic Japanese themes in the orchestration, we hope we have honored and paid tribute to the people of Japan. All of our proceeds from the sale of this recording goes directly to the American Red Cross.
Listen. Download. Contribute. SING.
WARNING: the song will stick in your head for days...which is a good thing because as you sing it to yourself you will influence those around you to join in and download. (Think you've heard this song before? It was featured on Glee and has been used in American Idol promotions).
I've seen this many times. It's a scene from the back door. I have passed by this image on the way to do laundry more than once. I see it and I smile. I know what this is and who did it. Yesterday I chose to photograph it because I never want to forget it. Sometimes we need to stop and take the pictures that remind us of the mental notes we carry of everyday life. This is evidence I will cherish. Someday we may not be living in this home. Someday a regular routine may change. Someday I might wish I had this photo.
This is the place at the back door at the top of the basement stairs where we keep a container for the recycling. Often, even when the bin has been moved to the side of the house or the front curb, I will see a small flattened cardboard item that Sam has left. He's good that way....knowing where it is supposed to go. Knowing it should be recycled not thrown out. As grown-ups we might toss the small box into the trash since the recycling container is missing. This small gesture reveals alot - it not only says that he pays attention to the rules, it reminds me that he loves band-aids. AND it is a clue we need to get more.
On any given day if you are in need of a band-aid you simply go to Sam and he'll gladly share one from his pocket. It's fun to ask, even if you don't need one, because he loves to be the go-to guy.
This photo - such a little thing that is meaningless to most, opens up pages of monologue I could write about this son, this family, this life.
What photos should you take this week?
Can I tell you how much fun it has been to revisit my House Books since Pam Garrison shared her completed book via photos and video on her blog? These books were such a big part of my life - they are one of the first classes I taught, and taught, and taught. Years ago it was an interesting concept to take a class kit and make it available in my online shop. So much has changed since then - my computer skills are greatly improved so I am taking the opportunity to revise the instructions and prepare a few extra enclosures. As soon as my taxes are done (I know, I'm still working on them!) I will be listing several kits on etsy. If you miss them do not worry - more will follow. Thank you for your interest in these - it's fun to share the enthusiasm for this sweet little book.
The sock collecting is epic. Seriously. Such love and generosity. Thank you for participating. This is the last week - I will be sending 4/19. I revised this from 4/16 as I realized taxes are not due this year until 4/18 and I don't want to have to stand in line with all these boxes. I expect there will be at least 10!
EDIT: Please visit Jason kelly's site, SocksForJapan.com as he post updates when he can. I am overcome with emotion this morning, reading his latest post HERE. I cannot imagine. Can't.
Earlier I had been carrying in my heart the good vibes from this post, HERE. Be sure to read as it leaves you with a smile. I am so grateful to have stumbled upon Jason. He is an angel. Truly.
Over on my Street Team blog we have been working on journal pages of the Evidence variety. Last month the challenge was to record specifics about yourself. This month it's about the people in your life. I crack myself by calling it ICOE...but really, isn't the list of people to contact if something bad were to happen the same people to contact if something good happens? We connect with our tribe through thick and thin. Celebrate who those people are on your pages for our 50TH CRUSADE!.
Clearly, in the case of emergency in Japan, I have been able to count on YOU. We are stepping over lots of socks here! And many more have been promised. They are so fabulous. Is it possible that socks can emit love? I think so! The ticker so far: 274 pairs of socks and $239 in support of the shipping! Checking in on Jason's site, SocksForJapan.com, he requests quality over quantity, and color is preferred over white. Keep that in mind if you are still planning on particpating with us or on your own.
Arigato. Thank you.
