Monday.
Such a nice day here. Perfectly wonderful weather.
Simon and I grocery shopped this morning. Gotta love when his behavior is as sunny as the weather. I so delight in this time of year (besides the whole allergy thing) - especially when strawberries start showing up at the store. Not local mind you, but close enough for me. And they had a bunch of hyacinths I had to bring home as well.
I have to say that it has been awesome being home for the last two weeks straight. Feel like I had a chance to catch up, rest, rejuvinate and work without the intense pressure of leaving again right away. I am working on scheduling myself smarter, figuring out what makes the most sense financially, physically, and mentally.
Some of you may have read this morning on Two Peas that I have decided to step down from my position in the Creating Garden. It has been a long time since I was an active participant in the Garden and simply felt that it was my time to go. I love Two Peas. I can't really imagine this whole crazy thing without that site. Two Peas has made a major impact on my life. It introduced me to modern scrapbooking, it engrossed me, challenged me, introduced me to my best friends, and gave me a passion I never knew I had. It continues to inspire me daily. And like I said in my post, it will continue to be my home.
The rest of today is being spent getting all the final details together for CKU-A this weekend in Chicago. I love this event. So excited to go and meet all the students, see my friends, and pass on the love.
And also, I am so excited that sweet, super creative Rhonna has opened up shop on Cafe Press. She has amazing designs over there you have to check out. She also has a very cool challenge happening on her blog - such an inspiration.
Wow....that's HUGE news. Good for you though...recognizing that something HAS to give is so big. I really need to learn how to do that. LOL!!! Balance, balance, balance. I'll let you know when I learn about THAT too!!!
Relax. Take a breath. Hug your baby, kiss your hubby, smell those flowers & drink a Thunderhead!
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So what do you think of those Thunderheads? I've never had one before and my husband returned home with some yesterday for the first time...Had a small glass but passed on more---way too hoppy & bitter for my tastes! Give me a Guinness, Sheaf Stout or Black Butte Porter any day!
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Ali, I can completely understand your decision. There comes a time when we all need to "prune" our lives - to make room for other fruit to be healthy and blossom. I am so glad that I will still be able to "visit" with you here, and to see your work in CK each month. All of that said, you will certainly be missed on the boards and in the garden at Two Peas. . .
Best wishes for a "fruitful" 2006 and beyond.
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you make groceries look beautiful!
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ok I have to swallow a little lump her, no Ali in the garden.......wheeeeeeeeeeeeh! LOL no girl I understand it completly but you sure are going to be missed, stop by to chat like you did the other day, girls went insane!
corinnexxx
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we'll miss ya in the garden!!!
i was saddened....but i know you're busy and i'm sure we'll see your amazing work elsewhere!
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If i couldn't see your LO at twe peas,I can see you here.And I'm really excited to attend your track at chicago.So I need to gracery for my children (and my husband!) for 3 days.I almost forgot it.Thank you Ali:D
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I am sad that you are leaving 2peas just as I have discovered it! I will always read up here and reference your book! Thank you so much for sharing so very much of your life with all of us...Best wishes to Chris, Simon, and of course, Lily...
Your #1 fan in Texas, Michelle
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What is ThunderHead?
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such great pics Ali. oh so colorful!
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Been wondering how you do it all! We will miss you in the Garden!
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i love your grocery pictures...that is such a great idea!
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love your photos-
n.
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Im going to miss seeing you in the garden...even if it was only one layout every now and then! *sigh*
but I understand...and now we have your blog where you often post stuff from time to time.
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lovely pics Ali...I love to capture things like that too
and you will be missed from the Garden:)
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you are so cool.
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oh so beautiful...
hyacinths for me are always the promise of spring. definitely a favourite bloom...
and reading this, is enough inspiration for me to go to the market,
finding a hyacinth just for me.
thank you for that ali!
angela
www.omondieu.blogspot.com
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MMMMMMM!!! IPA! I love a good, bitter, hoppy beer. I have yet to try Thunderhead though. I'll have to keep my eyes peeled for it at the store.
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