First Snowfall

No, I didn't get a picture... we all know what the snow looks like! Actually, it would snow and melt, then snow and melt. Some has accumulated by now, so it is nice that the leaves in the yard are covered. The weather says it is to be in the 60's by the weekend, so that is good news. I have a bunch of signs I want to paint, so sunny and 60 sounds just about right.

BUT... before it snowed, I got a picture of these snowman pillows.. I listed one on Etsy tonight. Hmm, it would be nice if there was a nice little clickable link right about here... have to learn how to do that someday.

Carol

Yesterday, my cousin Carol passed away. She is the beautiful woman in the picture with our uncle Jimmy. Yes, he's 80 something and he's Uncle Jimmy. Carol was diagnosed with a brain tumor a few weeks ago after a horrible headache sent her to the emergency room. Surgery took place last week, the tumor had take residence in her brain, they got what they could, and started radiation and possibly chemotherapy. She was in rehab, when Tuesday night, they found her unconscious, her brain was swelling. She remained in a coma until passing away yesterday afternoon.

It doesn't seem quite real, she was a vibrant, caring individual, who has seen more heartbreak than one could bear. Losing her first husband after 5 years of marriage, leaving 2 boys, age 2 and 4. Losing a son at 21 to a motorcycle accident. The death of her second husband 2 years ago to cancer. Now we say goodbye to her on Saturday. I wanted to ask today - what did she do to deserve this, when it hits me, this IS her reward, she is receiving her crowns of glory.

We love you, Carol!

Going back in time...

Since I wasn't the most faithful blogger, I want to re-count some of the important events in my life... on Feb. 9, 2008 our 4th grandchild was born, Henry James B and we fell in love all over again with a tiny bundle. He and his mom (our daughter) and dad live in MD, so it's a bit of a drive to get to see him. We got to see him when he was days old. He's growing so quickly, 8 months old now, and I miss seeing all the wonderful things that babies do. Long distance grandparenting isn't all that fun. Save for special surprises, like my birthday this year! Thanks guys!!!! It was a delightful surprise! Sneaky, too!

ALF Pictures

AUTUMN LEAF FESTIVAL 2008

My set-up

Large old window painted with fall scene.

The show was a good one, despite the rain during set up. It didn't seem to discourage the die-hards. Everyone else came late morning after the rain had cleared, the day turned into a beautiful one.

AUTUMN LEAF FESTIVAL

We're packing up for Autumn Leaf Festival tomorrow. The festival itself is on Friday, 8-5 in downtown Clarion, PA, Autumn Leaf Capital of the world, so they say.

Approximately 300 vendors line the Main Street, and our booth is in front of the Courthouse, #56.

The next pictures you will see posted will be of the booth, probably. I wanted to photograph the items as I was making them, but time is always short as I get ready for ALF.

I have tons of things for sale, fall decor, and signs and snowmen.

Seeya on Friday!