Fabulous Friday

So I wasn't going to post anything today ... honestly, I'm not feeling that fabulous. But I have a cure for that.

Then I remembered this sweet, sweet story I wanted to pass on. I visit a wonderful little site called Eat Drink Chic regularly. Amy Moss shares her work and what inspires her. The ideas and photography are eye candy.

Amy had been working very hard on her engagement party and it turns out, there was a very good reason she was helping so much with the details. So go read and remember how sweet those first few days, weeks, months together as a couple are. Best wishes to the newlyweds.

Now for my cure. Locally, this is Magic City Art Connection weekend. It's our biggest art festival of the year located downtown. I love going BY MYSELF to actually get to see the art and look, really look instead of having to chase someone around. So I'm off to have some me time, maybe buy my mother's day gift (it's getting to be tradition) and later I'll take Will back after school so he can create art in the kids' area. One fourth of the festival is devoted to art education!

I wish you a chance to get out and enjoy the fresh air too! It's best for what ails you.

Still not here

The computer is STILL on the fritz. Hubby thought he had it fixed today but as soon as he turns his back and I sit down, the computer is back to its old tricks.

And while I can post a thing or two from hubby's laptop (like this one), it's just not the same. I miss having everything just so, with my bookmarked familiar places just waiting for a visit. I can access only recent e-mails so anything saved for reference is out of reach. I feel disconnected!

I've been mulling what this forced hiatus from the Internet means to me as well as considering the budding computer addiction one of the younger members of the household is nurturing. I wonder what household rules can be put it place ... time limits? only play at certain times of day? If anyone has suggestions, we're all ears. Because 50 whines a day to play with the computer gets very tiresome.

At least I can tell Will that the big computer is broken and it not be a lie.

Fabulous Friday -- Tweet!

I'm starting to have a serious addiction to all things bird -- bird nests, felt birds, you name it. If it has a bird on it, I want it. Take for example, this so-pretty bird nest pendant by starrydesigns on Etsy. I've got a local source and one day I'm going to call her and place my order. She makes necklaces AND rings so can't I have one of each?! Pretty please! (If you have the time to DIY, there are tutorials on YouTube to make your own.)

At the same arts/craft fair that I spotted the soon-to-be mine bird nest ring/necklace combo, I fell head over heels for a bird nest painting, picture frame with birdie (which had it been blue and not pink would already be in da house), and a necklace with a delicate bird charm. BIRDS ARE ON THE BRAIN.

And I've got a reason for it. Will was born in April and that's close to Easter so he's got quite the rabbit collection (okay, so mommy has quite the rabbit collection). With Joseph, also born close to Spring in May, I've associated birds with his birthday. So much so, the theme for his first birthday will be "Somebirdie is turning 1."

I even had several designs for the invitation sketched with the idea to stitch felt birdies. They were going to be a lot of work (yes, I'm crazy like that when it comes to birthdays). And then I found this Valentine freebie from June Craft which is PERFECT and will save me a ton of work/time. Heck, I'm going to use them for thank you notes too! (See, not so crazy.)

Cats, dogs, fish, rabbits and raccoons ... what animals do you think are fabulous?

P.S. If you enjoy bird watching with the kids but like me don't know much beyond the robin and mockingbird, follow this link to get a free "Celebrate Urban Birds!" kit from Cornell. Tip from Birmingham Bargain Mom.