The Universe is telling me things I cannot ignore

I've had a lot going on lately, lot's of changes in my life, good and bad, some losses that I am getting used to, and some gains.

Well, I think it will all work out for the best, because the Universe seems to be telling me so. I say this because 2 of my horoscopes this week are so right on the money, it's scary. And, so, I am sharing them, and saying - Yes, universe, I hear you! When can I reap the rewards??? :)


1) As people and situations disappear off the radar, you might ask where they are going. And while you are asking, I suggest you take their fading out as an opportunity to simplify your life. You have good reason to do so, namely that it will provide you with the opportunity to focus on one aspect of your personal goals that will lead you to the most satisfying and moreover authentic success. But herein reside the core issues, of which there are three. There is one dimension of accomplishment that is connected to what you feel you deserve; there is another with how high you set your goals; and another connected to how much discipline you can muster. You need to work on all three aspects of yourself at once. There is one additional challenge -- your most meaningful objective or goal may, at the moment, be mixed in with much other activity that obscures it. So the first thing you must focus on is discernment, and part of that is about knowing yourself. This is the thing that is given lots of chatter in our world, and many people claim to possess this pearl of great price. This month, I will leave you with a question: assuming you feel you possess deep self-knowledge, how would you know if you did not?

2) Beware of People who act like polite jerks or tone-deaf music critics or emotionally numb lovers. While they may be able to teach you a lot about what you DON'T need, they're not worthy candidates dor enduring relationships. Now, let's turn our attention to the question of who exactly does belond on your future team. What encouraging voices should you draw in to your inner sphere? What smart adventurers should be solicited as staunch allies? Which respectful helpers should be rewarded for the good influnces they've had on you? It's an excellent time to make those determinations.

Are those appropriate or WHAT?

Thank you to my wonderful and supportive friends. Ok, enought of being maudlin. Have a great day!

I was tagged, and who rocks my socks!

Carol over at Extreme Cards and Paper Crafting tagged me for "Blogging with a Pupose." Thank you!!!

Go check out her pop up tutorials!

I would like to in turn tag:

Heather, my awesome SU! Demonstrator

Lain at Scraphappy, who does my favorite podcast, and

MC from my google group, she's kind our den mother.

I would also have tagged the sisters at Journal Revolution, whom I also love, but I remember reading a post awhile ago that they were tired of beign tagged. BUT go check them out anyway!

Thank you all - I enjoy your blogs!

In the meantime, I've been gone awhile, I've been in sort of a malaise, if you will, where I've been unable to actually DO much of anythingg productive, even though my brain says I should. I know we've all been there!

However, I think I am finally coming out of it.

Unfortunately I've managed to lose an Avon customer, and missed May for my card challenge. :(. Oh well, all I can do is move forward, you know?

More later,

Jes

I'm back! With Pop Up Cards

Sorry it's taken a long time to post. I'd actually written something last Friday, and just before I went to post it all, I lost it!

I love technology. :)

I will soon post some photos from my weekend away, much fun was had. In the meantime, I have some cards to share!

I've been following the pop up tutorial at Extreme Cards and Paper Crafting , so the mother's day card is based on the first lesson. I couldn't really decide on how I wanted her card to look, so I decorated inside and out! :) 

Mother's Day Card - Front

Mother's Day Card - Open

And for my dad's birthday, I gave him baseball tickets to the Seattle Mariners - so, i had to make an appropriate card - 

Dad's Birthday - Front

Dad's Birthday - Open

I "borrowed" a snowman card pattern and refashioned it for the baseballs.  The one in front bears the logo for the Seattle Mariners.  He loved it. 

Jes

Joining the blogging revolution.....

Well hello world. I finally decided to be one of those folks who can share the comings and goings of their life over the internet!

So - This is my first post. And well, so far so good. Not quite sure what I am doing yet, but I'll get there.

As it says in the description of the blog, I plan to share my crafts, my thoughts, and talk about weight loss, cats and turtles, and whatever else I can think of.

Can't promise I'll post every day, but I'll try to say something - we will see.

So - bear with me on my new blogging adventure, and if anything seems interesting, feel free to drop me a comment!

Jessica