This weekend was sort of productive, we got the kids schedule sorted out. Since this was the first week we "implemented" it, such as chores, time management [especially the older ones], extra curricular activities and outdoor time. Unfortunately I didn't get any time to myself. I did manage to doodle on myself while we were visiting my mother-in-law, hehe!

Also, things are starting to break around the house, some things we have been able to fix...car, dryer and some things we are going to have to replace...like the floor steamer. My steamer broke a while back and the floors don't get as clean without it, so I'm shopping for a new one. 

I did purchase new fonts, Cantoni, pretty!!! Thanks to besotted blog I subscribe to. Now...learning about web fonts!?!?! Anyone have any information? It would be appreciated. Like I said not much time to myself lately, so it maybe a while before you see it.

Cantoni sample from myfonts.com

Have a great week!

xo,

estela

this moment

{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. - Inspired by SouleMama.

xo,

estela

inspiration

Pia you inspired me...

Just a little bit actually. I signed the boys and myself to participate in this years Route 66 Marathon! We will be running/walking the 5K...haha! What did you think it was the whole thing! NOT!

Rem was not happy to find out I did that, a little freaked out was more like it, so we talked about it and he is fine now. We have just under 3 months to train, I'm actually excited! Williams who I work for is the main sponsor, yea!

Maybe next year you can do the half marathon with us?!?!?!

xo,

estela

stress therapy

I have to admit I have a problem. I'm one of those that shop as therapy. When I get stressed out I go out shopping. Luckily I don't get stressed out that often and I don't spend a lot.  I just buy something, it could be anything small, candy, new pen, or a card ...actually from what I have noticed I think I go shopping to get away, most of it is window shopping. It actually helps me organize my thoughts. I had a very stressful job at one time and it left me with TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint disorder) so now I clench my jaw when I get stressed out, which leads to jaw and head aches. When the pain gets to that point I'm starting to figure out that I am stressed out. Pain killers and a mouth guard help for a time until I can take the stressful situation under control. It's usually too much work and I need to stop and prioritize and same thing at home.

Life just gets too overwhelming at times.

Anyways...I wondered into JoAnn's on my lunch hour and they had the rotary cutter's on sale (40% off, got to love JoAnn's!). I've always wanted an OLFA cutter so I purchased one and the new Crafty magazine. I like this magazine because it reminds me to keep it simple and I love their logo! 

Have a great non-stress remainder of this week!

loving this new fabric line, flight patterns

I am so in love with this collection, you can read more about it here. I love watercolors and these fabrics are just beautiful. I want a to make a scarf and some stuff for L. I feel happy when I look at it. I can't wait to get of hold of some, like I don't have enough fabric! haha! Reminds me of Alexander Henry stuff which I am a big fan of.

Pictures from Making it Fun blog.

new banner

Not sure if anyone noticed my new banner? I have been looking into purchasing design services to create one for my shop and blog, they can be pricey but if your blog or shop is not a hobby, like mine, it maybe worth it. So I purchased my new banner on etsy, the seller advertised for $5 he would work for 5 minutes and the finished product is what you got. I have to say I always pictured the name in the logo, the raven, ram and moon but always thought it would be childish. I like it, not crazy about the font but it works...for $5,Hello!!! I'm having trouble getting it the right size for my etsy shop so if anyone has hints let me know. It's doesn't shrink in proportions, the picture tens to warp.

Well let me know what you think!

xo,

Happy 12th Birthday

Yesterday, twelve years ago today I received a small miracle, my precious baby boy, almost a teenager! I cried as I tried to write this yesterday and I had to stop. He is so cute!

Happy Birthday Remington! 

Just a couple of years ago...

lots of hugs and kisses,

love, mom