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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Fashion Style

I've been feeling for awhile that I'm well behind the times fashion wise and I've written blogs about it before.  This revelation came after a casual wedding we attended a couple years ago.  I was determined to get with the times, so to speak, but I've come to realize I just might not be that far behind.  With my daughter's wedding approaching I needed to dress the part and found the perfect dress for me a couple months ago.  I knew what I wanted but the first attempt left me very frustrated.  Everything looked like a prom gown, not a mother-of-the-bride dress.  I didn't want sleeveless or tight-fitting so when I saw my dress during a shopping trip to Altoona, I grabbed it.  It was also on sale!!!  I shortened the sleeves, bought a necklace to help cover my scar, bought the shoes and purse and proceeded to buy the undergarments.  We had different names for them back then such as girdle and nylons but it's still the same basic idea.  I went to Macy's for the spanx (or the generic version) and the employee was very helpful and knew my concerns before I even said anything.  In fact, she was the one who suggested the hose and how I might be interested in the thigh highs they have out now.  I began wearing these nylons as a teen with a girdle or garter belt but now they have a rubberized top to hold them up.  So, there you have it  -  dressed for the wedding without sacrificing what I want.  There are others on TV with the same feelings about clothes as me, such as Carolyn on QVC.  One day she mentioned how plus size girls do not like sleeveless dresses.  Hey, I guess I'm not alone out there.  I love the maxi dresses which are a must-have according to Lisa Robertson but they almost all come sleeveless.  So I found one of those cute bolero sweaters to wear.  I'm very happy with my choices and know that I'll be comfortable in them and that's really all that matters.

Monday, June 4, 2012

Critter in the Trap

Last year I commented on the critters eating our garden produce and the attempts at eliminating our problem.  Whenever possible my hubby sets up his Have-a-Heart trap and catches the critter, then relocates it to a better habitat.  In the past he has caught bunnies, groundhogs, rats, a possum and a skunk.  Unfortunately, the skunk met his demise that time because someone would have been sprayed.  Well, this morning it was a raccoon, which I didn't even know we had around here, at least this close to houses.  He made a strong attempt at escaping but to no avail.  He was taken to the gamelands to, hopefully, live out his days.  We tried getting a picture but you couldn't see him through the cage.  We have thought that we have a fighting chance to have a nice garden here but I wonder sometimes with these animals coming so close.  We've already resigned ourselves to not having a garden at the cabin.  We would be intruding on their territory as it is so there's no point in compounding the problem.  We still think we have a groundhog that's stalking the place so for now the trap will remain in place with some choice tidbits to lure him in.  I'll keep you posted.

Friday, June 1, 2012

Buying Fabric

Here are 10 GOOD REASON TO BUY FABRIC


1
. It insulates the cupboard where it is kept

2. I'm participating in a contest.... The one who dies with the most fabric wins.

3. It keeps the economy moving- it is my duty to support cotton farmers, textile mills and fabric shops

4. It is less expensive and more fun then psychiatric care.

5. It keeps without refrigeration, you don't have to cook it to enjoy it, and you never have to feed it, change it, wipe its nose or walk it

6. Because you are worth it.

7. Like dust.... Its good for protecting previously empty spaces in the house, like ironing boards, the laundry baskets, the spare bed

8. Its not immoral, illegal or fattening. it calms the nerves, gratifies the soul and makes me feel good.

9. Because it was on sale.

10. BUY it now, before your husband retires and goes with you on all your shopping expeditions
Well, it may not look as good as it should but at least I got it moved.  I just got my e-mail from the quilt shop with this list and thought I'd post it on my blog.  I guess it's all about justifying the need to buy fabric.  My problem can be that I sometimes over think how much I'll actually need and end up buying more than I could ever use.  I do have a collection of scrap patterns for this specific purpose.  I like the one about it not being immoral, illegal or fattening.  I could do a lot worse in other words.  Of course, when it's on sale and I've had to travel a ways to get there, it's a sin not to buy something (my hubby told me that).  I still think my favorite is #10!!!  Keep in mind I enjoy going places with my hubby, he's very generous and patient but sometimes I feel like he'd rather be someplace else.  Crazy, I know, because who wouldn't get as much of a thrill out of a fabric store as me.