it's official!

  I'm turning into an old man.
it's seems now that all I do is either talk about the weather,  my health,  or what I ate for the day!
  maybe that's what happens when you get older.
but sheesh! please tell me I won't become boring!!
  Seriously,  I have spent the first part of this week at various doctors offices trying to figure out what is going on with me.
  My immune system and allergies are out of control, from those obscure face rashes, to definite issues with food,  mixed in with a  potentially life threatening allergy to bees.  so nice.
  I spent tuesday getting tested for WHICH bee I am allergic to.
  getting poked in the arm about 24 times.
 of course I reacted to the most common ones, the hornet,  and yellow jacket.
you know,  the ones that live on my deck ALL Summer long,  and at my shop in the garden. 
sure,  the ones that could potentially kill me.
ridiculous!
  I get to start "bee venom therapy" on monday!  whoo-hoo! 
I'll be in a doctors office for 3 straight hours every week!
But life is always an adventure here!
They also took about 15 vials of blood to try and figure out why I am ALWAYS so tired and spacey.
  Yesterday I actually flaked out and left my car keys in the ignition with the knob turned,  so my battery was completely dead.  Ian had to jumpstart my car.
  wow.  
 I told my sweet friend Jenn, to keep an eye on those milk cartons for my missing brain.
 because yes,  my brain has officially vacated my body.
  So When I am not flaking out, or trying to figure out what the heck I CAN eat,  now that I joined weight watchers,  and have to count those silly little points that rack up in NO time.....you'll find me talking about the weather,  and how great it is to see signs of spring!  
  Needless to say,  not much crafting got done this past week,  but we DID get some great new product in to the shop that I would like to share with you!
  SO without further adieu......
here you go!



pretty little rugs in 2x3's and 3x5's in lovely colors and floral patterns!



pretty little basic pillows to mix in with your funky patterned ones (or not)


pretty little gardeners soaps in wonderful fragrances like lemon and clove,  sweet pea, peony, red poppy, tea rose, and hydrangea!   oh my!

a nice assortment of little cotton dish towels that come in a trio pack.....

pair that with a nice soap.....

and you have a wonderful hostess gift!
  Nowadays more and more people are staying home or just visiting friend's homes instead of going out on the town,  so wouldn't that be just the cutest little practical thing to give?
 I certainly would love it!

we also have some lovely french style modern ticking table cloths,

and lovely cotton sheeting ones as well in vibrant florals.....
perfect for easter tabletops,  or festive spring get togethers!

we also have a couple vintage inspired rabbits and easter-themed goodies,  but not a ton......we've sold out of a lot of it already.
  So on that note,  I am off to add some product to the website,  and hope that I can keep my sleepy eyelids open for a wee bit longer.
  thank goodness I have a friendly mailman who brought me my afternoon earl grey tea....
lets hope it kicks in stat!
  Hope all of you are well,  and please don't give up on this ole gal,  I promise I'll be back to exciting times soon.....
 fingers crossed!
xoxoxo
 

 

Comments

[Julie]

You're still keeping it fun and inspiring!! Love the new store photos!

So sorry for all the needle pricks and miserablenesses you're having to endure. Hope all is well very soon!

[PJ Hornberger]

Be well, sweetie. Nothing worse than not feeling well, and not knowing why. I think being tired is the worst, so frustrating when my brain won't work, and I WANT TO! big hug, PJ

[Elma Riedstra]

OH I think once you hit 40 things start happening:) Take care! Love all the new goodies.

[LuLu]

take care of yourself and wish get well wishes to you!
LuLu

[Lisa C]

Oh, you have been through the ringer healthwise, haven't you? I am so sorry! My mom has had immune system problems, tests, etc. so I know it's hard. Know that I'm sending good thoughts your way, with wishes of being well! Take care :)

[noodle and lou studio]

I haven't found your brain yet...I'm still lookin' for mine. Maybe they went on a tropical vacation together! Wouldn't that be cute...our 2 little (I mean HUGE and SMART) brains hangin' out on the beach drinking Pina Coladas?

I LOVE that sweet pea bunny and the dish cloths too!! yes...PERFECT hostess gift!!

happy day to ya buddy! xox

[noodle and lou studio]

oh...and our brains are wearing knee socks with sandles.

xoxox...your fellow old man friend.

[dottyspots]

Atleast you now know what could potentially kill you (erm, not much consolation really...)

Horrible to go through though. My 5 year old dd is due for further testing as recent bloodtests have shown high allergy antibodies (amongst other things). Not fun for a 5 year old to have blood tests, but looks like she's inherited the family issues with dairy etc (it seems to have passed the boys by).

KWYM on the brain front, my vacated years ago ;0)

[Kristi]

Hope you feel better. Wherever you brain is, mine must have run away there too. I'm trying to lure it back through books, word and math puzzles though.

LOVE your new rugs, tea towels and soaps. How pretty and fun. Would you do me a favor and take a look at my potholders? I just started selling them in Jan. 09.
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6584453
I'm thinking of trying to sell my handmade goods at an Arts Fest or our Farmer's Market but am NERVOUS!

[Jeanne]

I hope you find out what is going on. The new items in your shop are fabulous! Love the rugs.

[kelly henderson]

Well crap. If it's not one thing it's ten, huh?
I go to a naturopathic/chiropractic doctor these days- he even cured my daughter of allergies. Regular old docs don't seem to help much with the weird stuff- which is what I usually have.
Anyways, if that helps the chiropractic care is called BEST chiropractic and they're in lots of states, probably Michigan...
The new shop goods are wonderful!!