Monday, December 31, 2007

2007 ~ Acknowledgement and Gratitude


So, I was already getting psyched about envisioning 2008 and kept getting stuck in my tracks. I'd be all set to imagine, write, collage and then get sort of "deer in the headlight"-y. So I asked myself, "What's up?" Silly me. I hadn't stopped to acknowledge and be grateful for 2007! It's so easy to forget all that we've done and enjoyed. Blogs can totally come to the rescue on that one. Going through my blog helped me remember a lot of the great things that have happened this year.

Highlights of 2007 ~ The Joys, The Accomplishments & A Loss

December Views ~ Dec 30

Perhaps the corniest thing ever but oh, so fun, a Coronation Street special with some of the actors singing.
Time to start visioning for 2008. This is how it always begins for me - a big piece of paper, markers and a cup of tea.
I've decided to create some vision cards (more about that in the next couple of days) and wanted to try painting them. That didn't work for me but inspired me to try painting these styrofoam balls that are going to be a part of my Wishcasting performance (more about that to come too).
Moving from lists to cards.

The creative mess that indicates the process is still going on! I hope to finish my cards in the next couple of days.

Saturday, December 29, 2007

December Views ~ Dec 28

Popped out to do some returns and exchanges and found a 50% off sale that seriously helped my renovate my wardrobe project! New basics inspired me to go hardcore in clearing out my drawers.

Then it was time to take a breather and knit. Maybe in 2008 I'll progress beyond scarves.

After some downtime, I worked on a Nia routine we'll be launching in January.
Then meeting up with Shannon for our Friday Night Adventures.

This week is even more wardrobe expansion thanks to your friend and mine, Value Village. I've got the coziest red track pants now!
And then we headed over to our favourite local Chinese/Canadian greasy spoon where this lovely fortune finished off a great day in a great way.
December Views is almost over. Thanks for the inspiration, Daisy!

Thursday, December 27, 2007

December Views ~ Dec 26 ~ Time to Relax

For the first time in ages I get to put my feet up.
Wearing the funky arm warmers my Mom gave me for Christmas.

Out to the movies with my honey. Though this fabulous bear was there to promote The Golden Compass, we saw that on my birthday, so we went to see I am Legend.

December Views ~ Dec 25

Justin & I enjoyed a quiet Christmas morning with the cats.
And then headed down the street to his brother's. Funny, everyone seemed to try on the Dutch girl Christmas hat but my silly pic seems to be the only one caught on camera!

Justin & his dad, who is in visiting from Holland.
Me cuddling with their wee dog, Ella.

The hustle and bustle of a big family Christmas feast. Delicious!

December Views ~ Dec 24 ~ Our Christmas






December Views ~ Dec 23 ~ Home from Justin's Family







Monday, December 24, 2007

December Views ~ Dec 22

Saturday we celebrated Christmas with Justin's family. Justin and our nephew made this awesome snowman.



Our nephew took this picture of me.

This is my mother-in-law's much-loved cat, Homer.

December Views ~ Dec 21





Friday, December 21, 2007

A wish for my sister, Suzie

Please join me in a holiday wish for my sister, Suzie. I know it would mean a lot to her if you joined your wishes with ours for her and her husband find a house, home & hearth this holiday season.

Please, wish with us
here.

December Views ~ Dec 20 ~ Coffee Cake & Gingerbread







For more December Views check out here.

Wednesday, December 19, 2007

December Views ~ Dec 19 ~ Christmas Prep Continues

It suddenly occurred to me that some of you may be wondering what the heck is going on with daily picture posts. I'm participating in Daisies' awesome December Views - a month of photo-blogging your life! I hope you're enjoying this little window into my world.