bored, etc

Hubby is bored and currently pacing the kitchen. He drives me nuts sometimes, because if I ask him what's wrong, all he'll say is "Nothing." Lap after lap around the island and kitchen table. He thinks I'm not paying any attention to him, and I won't give him the satisfaction of acknowledging his pacing. :) *

What does a couple do on a Saturday night when they don't have kids and one of them isn't a big drinker? Plus we live in a town where the nightlife is sleepy at best? I don't enjoy the bar scene a whole lot anyway.

What's that, you say? Bingo Planet at 10pm? It might be crazy enough to work!

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I've been making bead necklaces the last couple of weeks. A co-worker's necklace broke and she was overjoyed that I could restring it for her. Since then I've also made a necklace for myself and am contemplating options for a friend's birthday and Mother's Day. (Gasp! Is this me actually planning in advance? Perish the thought!)

*Thank goodness he finally stopped. The repetitive noise was giving me a headache.

whooo do you love? and other random thoughts

First and foremost, tomorrow is my wedding anniversary. Hubs and I have been together for 9 years and married for 3. I have a great husband... supportive, loving, funny, handsome, hardworking... the list goes on and on. Honey, I love you so much... Happy Anniversary!

I love playing with the backgrounds and layout of my blog. So many cute free backgrounds out there! This particular background can be found at http://www.cutestblogontheblock.blogspot.com/. It supports my current owl fetish quite well.

I'm trying to find a piece of furniture, maybe a junior armoire, to put in our living room to contain my craftiness. Yarn, fabric, and my sewing machine are spilling out of their current spaces and taking over the living room. Mr. Seaschell has been quite patient with it but I know I can be organized better.

I like to keep my crafty stuff in the living room because that's where I craft. We do have a spare room upstairs but it's no fun to be in there by myself when Mr. Seaschell is downstairs doing other stuff.

I'm also interested in the concept of the Bento lunch box. I've seen some cute bento boxes out there and like the idea of packing one for school. It sounds like a good way to eat healthier and watch my portions. I like this one and this one.

wowzers!

Molly over at MommyCoddle is giving away a snazzy new Epson printer! Head on over there to check it out and enter!

bummer

Alas, it wasn't meant to be a happy birthday for me. Early yesterday a nasty stomach bug struck me down. I went home at 10 and stayed in bed (unless I was in the bathroom) the rest of the day. Crappy Birthday to me. :(

I still feel icky today, and luckily called in for a sub last night and sent sub plans to a colleague. It feels weird to be at home on a school day.

happy birthday to me!

yay! Tuesday is my birthday! I have a cute crown to wear to school tomorrow (if I can get past how silly I feel wearing it in front of other grown ups). Mr. Seaschell is taking me to Melting Pot for a yummy dinner on Friday, and my mom is getting me a lovely massage. Hurray for birthdays!

awww!

Isn't that the cutest thing you've ever seen?! This little penguin is for a friend for Christmas. I got the pattern from Lion Brand. They have some great stuff!

marley & me

I've just finished reading Marley & Me, a great memior of author John Grogan's life with his crazy dog Marley. I had my doubts in the beginning, but this book is about so much more than a Labrador with no manners. It's a poignant perspective on his foray into marriage and parenthood. I really loved this book and can't wait to see the movie!

my handiwork

I've been working on lots of gifts for Christmas... I can't show you most of them just in case the recipients follow my blog (ha ha, I'm just deluding myself). I really can't show you because I haven't taken pictures of most of them. :)

Here we go!

I made Donatello for a special person who had a giant THING for TMNT when he was just a little guy.

The snowmen are for my three fellow Kinder teachers at school... I love that I used the same pattern and procedures for each one, but they have individual looks and personalities. Fun!!

preparing for christmas!

I have been one busy little elf... I'm trying to fulfill a commitment to give all of my giftees at least one handmade item this year. Stay tuned for pictures!

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1. Where is your cell phone? In my purse
2. Your significant other? A brilliant computer dude
3. Your hair? in a messy bun
4. Your daughter? not yet an apple in my eye!
5. Your son? ditto #4
6. Your favorite thing? being creative
7. Your dream last night? freaky, even though I don't remember the details
8. Your favorite drink? sweet tea
9. Your goal? To be more organized, more prepared, and always right
10. The room you’re in? living room
11. Your church? don't have one right now
12. Your fear? dentists
13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Happy, healthy and content
14. Where were you last night? At home with my hub
15. What you’re not? Patient
16. Muffins? honey oat from Mimi's
17. One of your wish list items? unlimited funds!
18. Where you grew up? all over Florida
19. The last thing you did? home visits to my kindergartner's families
20. What are you wearing? jeans, fleece vest, boots
21. Your TV? is on; hub's playing NCAA football on PS2
22. Your pets? one goldfish, his name is Superfish
23. Your computer? my lifeline
24. Your life? hectic
25. Your mood? currently contemplative
26. Missing someone? my mom
27. Your car? ford escape
28. Something you’re not wearing? I'm wearing all appropriate attire, from head to toe
29. Favorite store? Anyplace that inspires my creativity
30. Your summer? favorite time to be lazy!
31. Like(love) someone? my husband
32. Your favorite color? blue
33. Last time you laughed? earlier today
34. Last time you cried? I don't remember
35. Who will repost this? does anyone even read my blog?