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...the kindergarten children I teach. Never a dull moment and always, always inspiring me. I do love my job! :-)

This may seem cheesy but my Mom is inspiring at the moment. She, this year, decided to do everything she has wanted to do. Well at least when it comes to her crafting abilities. She thus far has learned to bead bracelets, sew purses and quilt. She has made me step up my abilities just by seeing her doing so. Thanks. :D

I'm getting inspired by buying some pieces from Etsy to decorate the nursery.
http://getupandplay.blogspot.com/2009/02/etsy-favorites-nursery-art-edition.html

I haven't been very inspired lately. My depression kicks up this time of year. But I read blogs and check out online galleries to see what catches my eye. I bookmark it and will go back to it when I'm feeling better.

I have been doing some upholstery work so I must say that fabric has been my inspiration as of late. The warm colors of the fabrics have made these cold days easier to tolerate.

Today I was inspired by the sun setting over the snowy landscape as I walked home :-)

I am inspired by the newness of the year being gone and holey moley what a relief! :)
I am freed and inspired by the burden of "resolutions" leaving my mind. Realizing that I don't have to wait until January 1st every year to make a decision to better my life. Each day should be filled with the same hope.
Best wishes for a good night.

What inspires me? The colors of the world right before sunset. The golden hue of the rolling hills & bare trees. What inspires me? The growing taller of my children. Their ability to take care of me when I am bedridden with a migraine. A burst of sunshine on this otherwise cloudy Willamette Valley day.
What inspires me? Ordinary Courage

My 365 Project has been inspiring me. My friend and I started it late, but I have been taking pictures everyday and it is making me reflect on my life. It has been inspiring me take a look at myself and see what things I want to do instead of just trying to keep my head above water in everyday life.

My kids...oldest daughter getting married in 4 months, middle daughter learning to drive, and 8 year son w/ LD learning to reading!!
Life is good.

Lately, more than usual, my little boys inspire me. They are saying the funniest things and their facial expressions are one of a kind. I'm constantly telling them to stop talking so i can go get a pen and write it down!

I am so inspired by the spring clothes that are coming out...all the mixing of colors and patterns...fabulous! And of course, I'm always inspired by my kidos!
-Jenni

The garden over at Two Peas in a Bucket is really inspiring me lately! I'm really excited to use pastel on my pages this Spring. Pale yellow and blue seem to be popping up everywhere!

What is inspiring me lately? Childrens books by Eric Carle and Lois Ehlert, just to name a few.

It's raining here in Southern California. The air is cool and the sky is dark. This would depress most people, but not me. I put on some beautiful classical music to listen to, and I opened the shades so I could look at the rain. This was all the inspiration I needed.
It was a very simple day!!!
Thanks
Claudia

Spring is near. And I will be able to spend a week of fun with my son during spring break. This means not waking up to an alarm clock for school. My son will crawl in bed with me after my husband goet to work. We will have a little more time to snuggle in the morning.
Thanks Alli.
Shannon
Stevens Point,WI.

I have recently been inspired while shopping for prom dresses with my mom. I should tell you that I am a senior in high school, and I read your blog religiously. While flipping through the racks upon racks of gossamer and satin, I am amazed at all of the colors and textures and designs that are used. My mom and I always have a lot of fun browsing around the prom dress stores, and I hope someday you will have the same fun with Anna!

lately I have been really inspired by song lyrics and the Bible. there are just so many great quotes to show my kids how much I love them. for today, I came across Colossians 1:9-14. It starts with the author saying that since I heard about you, I have not stopped praying for you. and just keeps going.... what a perfect letter to my newest baby in her 1st year book!

Yesterday I found 4 new stacks of paper at Michaels. I normally don't pick up stacks of paper without using a 40% off coupon, but these were 25% off each and just so cool that I couldn't pass them up. These fresh, fun, funky papers have really inspired me to create some layouts that are different than my usual style. Thank you, Kim

my 7 month old Great Dane pup. So funny of energy and all she wants to do is play. :)