I want to thank everyone for the kind words and support yesterday as I allowed myself to be so vulnerable by posting my before and afters and the emotions that were awakened in me from  seeing my journey and remembering how much pain I had been in during the weight gaining years and my mother’s illness.  

I spent the day in mourning, but am now ready to begin celebrating my success….it really is funny that one event can cause such lows and swing back to such highs….

Since I took the day to deal with my sadness, I didn’t get photos… Thursday is suppose to be Pinned it and Did it…

So, going to do a Holiday Craft version of things that would be fun to make…. 

Love the use of golf balls…

Could do Last initials or First…

Mop and Glo and Glitter…

Dear Readers, Do you do any crafting?  I love how easy these all look and hope to plan a crafting day next week…

I first began crafting when my daughter was a baby and made hairbows… I moved up to painted furniture when I had my Consignment store and a place to sell them….  Homeschooling doesn’t allow me as much free time these days. so holiday time is a great way for me to fit it in….

Gratitude

I am so grateful to all those who commented both on my blog and the forum, your kindness helped to soften the feeling of vulnerability that was so strong after posting my before pics..,

I am grateful to my husband for sharing in my joy of reaching Lifetime status at Weight Watchers.

I am grateful that my 18 year old son shared his feelings with me regarding a video ciruclating where a Mexican cartel leader beheaded his wife  and the discussion that followed.  I am grateful he didn’t try to deal with this on his own, but reached out to me…

I am grateful that God blessed with those amazing  parents! 

I am grateful for a day off from fashion and the fun of planning a day of crafting…