Monday, January 5, 2009

things i love

salvation army finds: tall glass hurricane $3 medium size $2
50%-70% off "christmas" decorations that can be used all year long

finished quilt tops: i finished two this last week and was suppose to quilt this one but the boys made...

this fort around my computer and sewing area so i got nothing creative done this weekend but i did enjoy a very relaxing time saving the republic with the boys in our own little blanket fort world, well until i got kicked out of the "club" which then the little one and i enjoyed listening to the boys' "battle plans" while we watched girly cartoons and read some books under the left over blankets and quilts that weren't being used.
ps:got the phone call sunday morning that GI Joe husband is now on american soil. i.can't.believe.it.

22 comments:

Karen from Sew Many Ways... said...

Hi Vanessa,
Love all your pictures. So glad your husband is "almost" home. Won't be long now!!
~RI Karen~

Lisa Henderson said...

Thats so awesome that hes back in the US! Its been fun to watch your countdown because its only a few weeks off from when our baby is due!

melissa said...

That last line gave me goosebumps! I am SOOO excited for you! What a relief! Only a few more days! You have done AMAZING! I am truly in awe of your strength and courage through all of this!

girlsmama said...

I'm so glad to hear he is back in the USA. What a relief. You are amazing! Only a few short weeks now!

Lisa @ Life with 4! said...

my kids love making blanket forts... but it does make things a little crazy around the house when you can't get from one room to the other without someone pretending your a storm trooper and challenging you to a light saber duel. At least that's what happens in my house!
It's so great to hear that GI Joe is back on safe turf!!!

rachel griffith said...

ON AMERICAN SOIL!!!
that's worth me pulling out the capital letters for!!!

yayyy!!!
yayyy!!!
yayyy!!!

i am SO excited for yall!!!

rachel griffith said...

ON AMERICAN SOIL!!!
that's worth me pulling out the capital letters for!!!

yayyy!!!
yayyy!!!
yayyy!!!

i am SO excited for yall!!!

Bella Della said...

I LOVE to hear that hubby is back on American soil. That is awesome news. I always loved that call! I get chills for you.

Love all your finds!

Bonnie said...

Loved you PS. Welcome home Jake...I know he's not home home, but he is home! Love,B

Anonymous said...

I bet this month cannot possibly go fast enough. I'd be willing to bet you'll get a lot done and be super productive in order to keep busy. :)

Larissa@Just Another Day in Paradise said...

yeah for American soil...now the little countdown. PS I need a Salvation Army like yours...sigh!

Mimi Sue said...

You were pretty busy last week. The quilt top is beautiful. So glad he's almost home. Tell him thank you from me. Mimi

Kara said...

Wow he's back already? That is so great! When does he come home to you?

Four of a Kind said...

I'm so glad Jake will be home soon!

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

So happy for all of you.

Empty Nest Full Life said...

Love your SA finds. I stopped in today, but nothing. I like the little trees. Your bedroom quilt is beautiful. I would go with that beautiful blue color in the quilt. I know whatever you pick will be great. Jackie

Jodi Nelson said...

The trees or the goose ? Or both ? LOVE the goose. Trees are great! But really LOVE the goose. ;o) I inherited my goose when my parents retired and started living in a coach and traveling. They bought a house not too long ago, and the goose disappeared. LOL.

K said...

Love the pics and the fort! That's great that your GI Joe is on American soil! You are one tough mama to handle it all on your own for a time!

V and Co. said...

the trees were the christmas find. the goose has been in our house for some time, i can't even remember where i got it. probably some craft store.

Marci said...

oh v...yay yay yay! what a relief.

love everything you gorgeous lady you.

Deeanna said...

Wow, I loved the classy glass vases! And I am so glad that J made it this far! I'm looking forward to seeing photos of you guys once he gets home. Hugs!

Georgia Girl said...

I love those things to...the trees are adorable!

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