Whisked Away!!

Brian Shelli ABF 2016 2

So yeah, I’m a dreamer. Often times I tend to get caught up in the fantasy land of other people’s lives and worlds where heroes and heroines… get to have ROMANTIC DINNERS AND SEXY NIGHTS OUT! …get to TRAVEL! …get some PEACE and QUIET while they enjoy their coffee! …get to have SOFT and SOOTHING conversations since they aren’t yelling at the kid monsters all the time! In the real world, it is nearly impossible for me not get bogged down by the constant crazy slapping me in the face daily, and unlike a book, I can’t just stop it and put it down to get back to later. I love my life and family, but I really miss all those ‘dreamy’ things that I love (see shouty capitals expressed above). Continue reading

A Little Fall Inspiration – Re-purposing an ‘Old Friend!’

Recycled Book Pumpkin

I thought I would change it up a bit today…I am finally starting to feel festive, and Thanksgiving is only a few days away now.  I guess time has really gotten away from me, and I can’t believe it’s already that time of year again!  I wanted to share this great idea I found to re-purpose an ‘Old Friend’ – a book.  This little craft would make a fantastic fall centerpiece for your dining room table or to decorate with in your home for the holiday!

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