Sometimes.... I feel....

like a motherless child. Now this statement is so not true. But it seems every morning I wake up with a song in my head. Well maybe it is true in some respect, just not this morning.

I feel a lot better though. Rest. I just needed a little rest--mentally and physically. I have the propensity to overwork myself, but hey when all of my hopes and dreams are invested in something...I tend to get a little crazy stressed and my immune system shuts down.

It was nice and sunny yesterday, so I went to church (great service), took some pictures of the purses (great pictures in natural light versus artificial flash), and watched some movies (Old School & What's the Worst That Could Happen--funny).

We forgot to get the USB cord for the camera, so still no pics uploaded. But that will be remedied soon. BTW I didn't actually write that post on Saturday, I started it on Saturday.

Anyway, I have a busy day ahead, so I will probably post again later tonight. TTYL.

I think...

I am getting sick. Not fun. Will be back in a few days.

I am ashamed to admit....

I love the Disney Channel. Ever since I was a little kid, the big mouse stole my heart. I love their movies and sitcoms. I think my mom knew that this was really the only good wholesom television station and didn't want to influence me otherwise. I was known to sneak and watch the nudie movies on HBO in the middle of the night. LOL...shhh don't tell nobody!

While I was finishing up some new totes last night, I watched Camp Rock the sing-a-long version and it was freakin' awesome LOL. Tonight they are showing High School Musical 1 the sing-a-long version as well. I will be glued to the television with needle and thread in hand. I even watch Kid's Incorporated and the Mickey Mouse Club on Youtube. Does anyone remember the singing group, The Party?

I admit this because I am really upset with the big rodents right now. Why you ask?

Because High School Musical 3 is not going to be shown on television, but is being released in the movie theater. Why Mickey, why?! You let people tune in to 2 HSM movies for a relatively low cost if you already have cable and now you want me to go to the movies, fork over $10 for the ticket and another $10 for the popcorn and drink just so I can see what they are wearing to prom?! No Way. That is crazy.

As I ponder, how I am going to get into this movie for free--and without being seen, enjoy this little blast from the past.

Hip Hop Hoorayyy!

I watched the Hip Hop Honors the other night, so that song is stuck in my head. It was one of my favorite songs back in the day--so I don't mind.

But yesterday was a grand day. I hit up the stores looking for embellishments for the clutches, totes, and purses. I was inundated with $4 jewels. I realized then that is why purses cost so darn much. A little round thinga-ma-jig, just one-for $4. No thank you. And to top it all off, they weren't even that cute. So we(my love and I) decided to hit up the thrift stores and honey did we hit the jackpot! Gorgeous vintage buttons and earrings (in great condition) that will take these clutches to the next level. This literally means that no two purses will ever be alike. I like the fact that each one will be its own little jewel.

Then a digital camera...not a camera phone has manifested itself for me today. So today, I will be playing photographer. It is a hobby that I have enjoyed since my yearbook staff days in high school. I love black and white photographs. A past co-worker was actually able to buy a old-school polaroid black and white camera for $5 on Ebay. I met no such luck-the guy tried to skip off with my $20. I got it back though, so no harm done. With all of that said, that means new-better pictures will be up this week. Heeyyyy! LOL.

I finally feel like I am on the right track. The website is steadily coming along and evolving into a masterpiece in and of itself (www.deuxdames.com). Each time I make a clutch or tote, they look better than the one before. I am just so excited that everything I need is literally falling into my hands.

Well a busy day is ahead, I hope your dreams come true.

That's not CoCo Chanel

Yes, it is inappropriate no matter how busy you are to wear pajamas and/or slippers out in public-like it's high fashion. LOL -- I tickled myself on that one.

I've got JOY

So most of you know that this blog started because I wanted a little bit of acceptance from my mama. Our relationship is evolving and we have reconnected especially over the sewing bit. Let me tell you friends, she loves my little clutches.

By the way the clutches are for sale, $15 plus shipping, for blog customers only. I will have my etsy store up soon. Until then, you can buy them directly from me. Just send me an email and I will process your order.

I think she is the most proud because it shows that I listened to her at some point in my life. She even bought 5 of them. Can you believe that? I am ecstatic. Especially since I didn't get the job I interviewed for last Thursday...oh well. It must not have been for me.

It is really cold here today. It is the low 30's. What the heck happened? One day I am in sandals, the next my winter coat. Reminds me of Florida (they always used to say, we've got a cold snap or a cold front moving through)...awww I miss home a little bit.

I need to more appreciation for heat and air when I have them naturally from God. Hmmm.

I have to go get dressed, I am playing chauffer (sp) today--everyone in my house has somewehere to be.

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and have a good day at work/school. TTYL.

What's Right With My Life?

I feel the urge to people bash, but I won't. It is a lot wrong with the world and with a lot of the people in it, but at this very moment, I am choosing to focus on what is RIGHT and GOOD! Doing this allows me to counteract the negative energy seeping from my pores.

First--I didn't cook today. The sloppy joes we had were delicious though. No one is complaining.

Second-- I received some money today! YAY! Much needed and much appreciated from... my mommy :-)

Our relationship has gotten so much better. I began to focus on what I wanted our relationship to be like, instead of what it actually was at the time. We talk about a lot of stuff...especially sewing. The positive thinking works. It really does.

A month ago, I was ready to chant Kelis's I HATE YOU SO MUCH RIGHT NOW...and now I am really relaxing and enjoying our relationship. I actually call my mom at least 2-3 times a week versus the 2-3 times a quarter. It feels good.

Be Neighborly

It is inappropriate for you to not know your neighbors. Say hello people, say hello!

It's Monday and I'm Still Gay

Hola! Today is a good day. It's Monday. The beginning of a new beginning. I may even cook this week. LOL. I can cook, I just don't...usually. But I suppose I should give my housemates a break. The only things I've cooked in the last month, maybe even two months are ramen noodles, hot dogs and french fries, maybe even fish filets. I know, sad. LOL.

I have finished approximately 4 purses and 1 clutch. I really like the clutch, you saw it right? I am going to make another one of those. I started my store at Etsy. Nothing is up in there right now. But it will be soon.

I love being this independent woman.

Puppies & People Food

It is inappropriate to give your puppy a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and laugh when the peanut butter is stuck to the roof of her mouth. Not good.

Low-rise Jeans

I was in Walmart one night and as I walked down the aisle, this young lady was bent over---you know doing her shopping. Unfortunately, I got the moon of my life as she had on a thong and low rise jeans....all of her was exposed. Totally inappopriate!

Be My Guest

It is totally inappropriate to invite people to your home where refreshments are expected, but really there are no snacks to give!

So cute!

So this is the little clutch I made out of a sleeve of a shirt. I absolutely adore it!

Free Phone Sex

Phone sex is not free. Therefore, it is totally inappropriate to call any company trying to have phone sex with the customer service representatives to avoid paying the 1-900-PHONE CHARGES.

Dedication

To Jerrat and Michele who seem to always say something inappropriate – but I crack up laughing every time.

To all of you (like me) who have at one time or another seen, heard, or participated in some form of inappropriateness.

To my best friends Nyree, Liz, and Darnita who have participated in some shenanigans and matured with me.

And to that special someone who helps me move through the inappropriateness in my life into a better space.

Website relaunch...

For the last few days, I have been busy readying the website. The initial deadline was October 1, 2008. That steadily moved to October 2, then October 6 and finally I posted: Sign up for our newsletter and be the first notified when the site is up and at em again. LOL. The funny part was it took me 6 attempts to send out only a handful of newsletters via email. When I finally checked the links, they didn't even work. LOL LOL LOL. So I just had to stop. But the website is up to date. We did so much more than we did before. I am so proud of us.

Did you watch the debates? I didn't. I have no desire too. I hope you all had a great week.

Today's positive thought: We are at our very best, and we are happiest, when we are fully engaged in work we enjoy, on the journey toward the goal we've established for ourselves. It gives meaning to our time off and comfort to our sleep. It makes everything else in life so wonderful, so worthwhile. Earl Ni

Today's Affirmation: I love the work that I do!