~ Happy Mother's Day ~

Happy Mother's Day!

I have a smile on my face as I reflect on the sweet, sweet

memories of times shared with Mom, Dad and my siblings in days of old.

I am grateful for times shared with my own family

(thank you for the roses and wonderful home cooked meal today!)

as well as those shared with my father and siblings as we visit Mom

and reminisce and share good times.

My mother is one of a kind.

A superior cook.

A kind and compassionate woman.

A wonderful singer ~ such an angelic voice.

An excellent caretaker.

Housekeeper extraordinaire.

Loyal, loving, doting and devoted wife.

Best mom in every aspect.

A true friend.

Alzheimer's has taken its toll on Mom.

But her sweet, genteel spirit is still present.

I so miss being able to share a laugh

or tender moment with her as we used to on a daily basis.

Now, as we visit, those laughs are few and far between.

But when they do occur, they are so very special.

Have a beautiful week and share a smile or two!

~ Petticoats on the Prairie ~

Petticoats on the Prairie was such a great show!

The Rodeo Queens rustled up some

great vendors for the event. 

.

"Under the Big Top"

was the theme, and

I jumped at the opportunity to

create a zany hat

for the top hat contest.

It was great to reconnect with old friends and finally

meet friends from blogland ~

Karla, Beth, Deb and Cat Daddy, Troy,

to name a few.

So glad y'all made the trip!

Karla and Beth

taught classes at the mixed media art retreat,

Paper Cowgirl,

which took place the same weekend

in Waxahachie, Texas.

Friday night was preview night.

Ladies from Paper Cowgirl,

showed up to gather

earlybird treasures.

The show continued all day Saturday.

Waxahachie's

historic Chautauqua auditorium

provided the finest venue.

It was great to "get back out there" and

share a fun weekend with my eldest daughter,

friends old and new,

~ and cheerful crowds ~

out and about for a

fun-filled shopping adventure!

~ Realllly Big Show! ~

Gearing up for a really big vintage and crafts show and sale in Waxahachie, Texas.

 A little less than two years ago I closed two antiques business to help care for Mom.

  Her Alzheimer's disease has progressed to the point of private caretaking in a facility equipped to fully handle her care.  I've been slowly creating, crafting and regaining my mojo.  What better opportunity than this to jump right in!

Cindy Mayfield, Paper Cowgirl Queen, is heading up a

mixed media artist extravaganza of classes and fun

and has coordinated with the Rodeo Queens to present

this vintage and juried crafters show.

You can sign up for gorgeous classes at the Paper Cowgirl website. 

Check it out!

Ya don't want to miss it! 

I'll be posting photos soon of a sampling of my

creations and vintage wares, and I am going to be in

good company of other creative vendors! 

 It will be a beautiful and grand time!

~ Back in the Saddle Again ~

Save these dates in March!

I am so excited to be a part of the Cowgirls and Petticoats roundup

March 14-17!

I will be a vendor at the

PETTICOATS ON THE PRAIRIE

SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA

on

Saturday, March 17,

in

WAXAHACHIE, TEXAS,

at the historic circa 1902 octagonal

Chautauqua building.

The shopping extravaganza is a part of the

whole

PAPER COWGIRL

experience.

Paper Cowgirl is a creative mixed media art event, with

a variety of classes being taught during that March weekend.

Check out the website and sign up for a class or two

and then saddle up for a grand shopping experience!

I will post more details as they become available.

This event is sure to be a great one!

See you there!