One Word Challenge 2011

Last year I joined Ali Edwards and lots of other bloggers in choosing one word to focus on in 2010. My word was FORGIVE.

I hoped to be able to work through the hurt and anger that I carry around with me and forgive those that made me feel that way. I am not ready to have those people in my life, but I knew that I needed to let go of the poison before it turned on me.

My word was on my mind often in 2010, but I am not sure if I was totally successful in implementing it. How do you know if you have truly forgiven someone? Can wanting to forgive be enough?

I have been very lucky in that I have been forgiven by two people in my life..... somehow they were able to look past the wrongs I had committed and were able to forgive me and keep me in their lives. I admire their strength.


So while I have not given up on my quest for forgiving others, it is a new year and time to pick a new word.

My word for 2011 is 

Sometimes I feel like I am going in a million directions, and yet I get nothing done! So this year I am going to be more mindful of Focusing on one thing at a time.
 Will you join me? Will you find a word that has meaning for you and see where it takes you this new year? Even if you don't choose a word I hope you will help me with mine!

Happy New Year everyone!!

2011 is going to be a wonderful year!

PS Also linking with Kelly at Charming Chatter

"One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. Most people dabble their way through life, never deciding to master anything in particular." ~Tony Robbins

Quilters Club of America

I just got an email to join the Quilters Club of America. There is no cost to join at the basic level and there are lots of good resources available.

Check it out when the Christmas rush dies down a bit!

Makes Me Happy Monday 12/27

I can't believe it, I have been writing Makes Me Happy Monday posts for a whole year!! It was Paula who came up with the idea and I am so glad she did. I know that many of you started this happy journey on your own blogs back in January as well, and I have loved sharing in your happiness this year.

Sitting down and actually writing about what makes me happy each week has been an amazing process. I truly believe if you focus on the positive things in your life that not only do you feel better but more positive things come into your life.

You can read more on how being more positive in your day to day life can really make a difference Here and Here .



 I plan on continuing my happy posting in 2011. I hope that you will join me. 2010 was an amazing year and I am planning on more amazing days in 2011.

And now, I would like to share my happy face with you!! Happy Monday, Happy Week!

Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. ~Abraham Lincoln

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas Blessings Everyone!!

When we recall Christmas past, we usually find that the simplest things - 

not the great occasions - 

give off the greatest glow of happiness." ~ Bob Hope

Maybe Christmas," he thought, "doesn't come from a store. 

Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more." ~ Dr. Seuss

(not my cat)

Makes Me Happy Monday 12/20

Need I say more?

 

And So This Is Christmas; And What Have We Done?
Another Year Over; A New One Just Begun;
And So Happy Christmas; I Hope You Have Fun;
The Near And The Dear Ones; The Old And The Young.
John Lennon

Wednesday...... with Whiskers (of course)

This was just too funny  not to share.....

I plan on taking up this profession in my retirement,

I have plenty of practice!

December 15 is Cat Herders Day

(really people, I don't make this stuff up)

“Herding cats – don’t let anyone tell you it’s easy.”

I can even buy my own cat herding gear from Cafe Press:

 


Not too much info on this unique holiday but there is a funny video here (it is part of a commercial)

Happy Cat Herding Day my friends!

Makes me Happy Monday 12/13

I am happy this Monday because I got to go to a good friend's wedding in Stowe Vermont this weekend.

They got married at the community church in Stowe, which is supposed to be one of the most photographed churches in New England.

I haven't been to a wedding in a while..... it was so sweet, the groom got all choked up as he was saying his part of the vows.... most of the wedding party (men and women!) were crying too.

Beautiful bride and yummy food! But of course I didn't bring my camera! hehehe. My friend took some pics though. :)

So here is a picture of one of my favorite couples, George and Mary from It's a Wonderful Life.

Have a great week!

Not that I am Complaining, but....

Winter is practically here......

And the furnace repair guy is on his way to see why I don't have any heat.... say a prayer for my old furnace, please!

Edited: All fixed..... and covered under my service plan (a necessity when you have a "mature" furnace and don't know how to fix it yourself!)


Happy Days!!

Makes Me Happy Monday 12/6

I am happy today because I have a new addition to my furry family! (The hazards of a daughter who works at the Humane Society). This little bun will be a friend for my bun Mr. Cotton. They are both super sweet and even though they just met, they already are getting along wonderfully and snuggling!! I am so happy for them both!

Shelter Mug Shot

Their play area includes their cage (door always open) attached to a fenced in area where they can safely play and not chew on wires or be tormented by the cats. (Harry is famous for that!) This is them snuggling together the first night!

The new bun was named Macy at the shelter.... but I will probably think of a new one as I get to know her!

Aren't they cute? :)

Friday Fun

MORE bloggy fun. I figure if I am going to be behind in my shopping and wrapping I may as well have some fun and win a prize :)

The fantastic people at the Quilt Shoppe are hosting Holiday Bingo again this year!

Check out their blog for the rules, and be sure to submit your word list before 12/9.

Quiltmaker is hosting a holiday blog party too. Free patterns, give aways and recipes! Fun for all!

Have a wonderful weekend!! Three weeks to Christmas..... ACK!!

More Holiday Fun! Can you stand it?

Another great holiday  blog hop started today! 

Hosted by Henry Glass Designers.

(edited to fix the link!)

Free patterns, give aways, and a grand prize give away! 

Be sure and check out all the wonderful blogs that are participating 

and HAVE FUN!