I am thankful for........

I am thankful for the many little things in life. The simple little everyday day to day things....as it's the little things in my life that make a big difference. Today I thankful for......

* my loving husband
* my children....I am so proud of the remarkable adults they have become
* the ability to finally walk without the aid of crutches
* a physical therapist who encourages me
* snuggley PJ's
* a warm & comfy bed
* my new oven
* a tank full of oil, as it means we will be warm throughout the winter
* mashed potatoes & gravy
* warm fuzzy slippers
* my dog's slobbery kisses and muddy paws
* Burt's Bees lip balm
* good friends & laughter
* late night phone calls
* lavender scented lotion
* orange gatorade

Happy Thanksgiving!

Canned Food Drive

Cocoa Daisy is conducting an online canned food drive and is looking for help. Please check out their web site for details. In exchange for your donation, Cocoa Daisy will be giving away some fabulous prizes. Click here to see the incredible prizes that you could win by just making a small food donation!

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I just love things like this!!

Sometimes, a hug is all that we need!

Free Hugs is the real life controversial story of Juan Mann, a man whose sole mission was to reach out and hug a stranger put a smile on their face.

In this age of social-disconnection most all of us lack that simple human touch from another, the effects of the Free Hugs Campaign are now felt around the globe. As this simple gesture of kindness and hope spread across the city, police and officials ordered the Free Hugs Campaign BANNED.

What we then witnessed was the true spirit of humanity as people came together in what can only be described as something awe inspiring.

In the spirit of the Free Hugs Campaign please pass this video to a friend and HUG a stranger! After all, you CAN make a difference.

Music by Sick Puppies. Their album was release on April 3rd and is titled "Dressed Up As Life". http://sickpuppies.net





The response to this video has been nothing short of overwhelming and touching. Hugs to every single one of you who messaged. There has been thousands of emails from all over the world from people seeking to participate in the Free Hugs Campaign and asking for permission. You don't need permission. This is the people's movement, this is *your* movement. With nothing but your bare hands you CAN make a difference.

5 Faves for Friday

Today it's time for sharing my Friday Faves!

1. I LOVED this Martha Stewart idea the moment I saw it on her TV special! The Kids Thanksgiving Table Placecards/Coloring Books - I think the Turkey coloring book is just the cutest ever!




2. A friend sent me the link to these little treats, and I just have to share them as they are so cute!! I love to cook and thought these were just the cutest little pies ever!! I know my Grandkids would enjoy making these!! Even if you aren't the Martha Stewart or Betty Crocker type, these little pies in a jar would be fun to make & eat!!

3. Canine Culinary Cuisine! My dog Miss Riley is extremely allergic and I'm always on the lookout for treats & recipes that don't contain allergens.
These two sites, The Poop & Daily Drool, offer really great recipes for homemade treats for your pampered pooch!!













4.These are my new favorite physical therapy item. The noppy texture is supposed to help desensitize the damaged nerve in my foot. Cute Birkenstocks huh!













5. I'm in love with this Amy Butler pattern and her fabric! So far I have made 5 of these bags and have a few more to finish!

The infamous Fastenator

The infamous Fastenator! How many of you girls bought this and love it?? I thought it was a must have item when it first came out, and I have seen some really cute projects & ideas using it. But for me, I just never did use it that much and it takes up a lot of space.....and space is not something I have much of. So in an attempt to share the joy.........Denesa is now the proud owner of this bad boy!!!! It will arrive on your doorstep any day now!!! Congrats girlie!!!

Tag

I've been tagged by Irene Blue Banana. Check out her blog.....her work will blow your mind!

So, if I have tagged you, these are the rules:
1. Link to your tagger and list these rules on your blog.
2. Share 7 facts about yourself on your blog, some random, some weird.
3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post by leaving their names as well as links to their blog.
4. Let them know they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

I'm tagging the following babes.

Vel

Debbi aka Her Royal Highness

Manda

Dee

Mel

Theresa

Holly

Random factoids:
♥ I love to be outdoors
♥ I rarely sit still
♥ I shower with my dog twice a week
♥ I enjoy cooking
♥ Lazy people annoy the hell out of me
♥ Listening to music is my favorite form of relaxation
♥ I eat dark chocolate every week

Pink Chenille & Cherry Blossoms

♥♥♥ Just because he loves me!♥♥♥ My husband surprised me with a beautiful new Pink Chenille Robe and some wonderful L'Occitane Cherry Blossom spray. He's such a sweetheart!! ♥♥♥♥