Urban Gypsy

Live with Intention: Ch. 1

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As 2010 drew to a close, I looked around me: feeling a bit overwhelmed.  Lots of "things" that need my attention:

• My family
• My house
• Dare I say, myself

So... as not to fall into the very throngs of despair, I have elected to do the very thing I thought was a waste of time in my 20's. I've made a list and broken it down into 13 months. Doing this simple exercise has brought a bit of relief & for this I am grateful. Now, I find myself excited that I have an organized direction.

This year I will ...

1. Live with Intention*
2. Honor "The Four Agreements"
3. Let creativity take over

Amen,

Tajie

 

 

To the Rescue!

I consider myself lucky to be 40 and never having had a flat tire - ever. When I've heard other people say they were late because they had a flat tire, I must admit thinking to myself:

".....Really???"

So in the midst of our holiday, guess who gets a flat? Better yet, look who came to the rescue...

 
 
Well, there you have it ~ so lucky  I say! 

See you tomorrow,

Tajie 

*Not included in this photograph was Bryhannon Genovieve. She too was a critical component to our success that day. I however could not get a single shot of her - why you ask?

Simple. Her hair wasn't done :o)

A Year in the Life::

If I had to describe this year in one word, it would have to be "full."

• Full of love
• Full of opportunities
• Full of change

I'm looking forward to 2011. For within it holds innumerable opportunities to do things a bit differently; this makes me happy.

I'm starting early.

1. The tree is coming down before New Years: I know, I know... this is coming from the gal who's tree has still been up in April in years past
2. Spring cleaning: to bring the New Year in without clutter
3. The List (resolutions & goals) will be made prior to Dec. 31st

 
To Live with Intention like never before, that is what 2011 means for me. And, for those times when things get a little strange and a little weird, this is my plan-B...

 

What are your plans for your new year?

♥Tajie

raindance 101

What's Playing: The Notebook (soundtrack)

 
Stormy weather, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...

• "Mimi, can we please use the fireplace ???"
• The ceremonial melting of the chocolate bars into warm milk
• Wind carrying hints of greasewood & wet earth through my open window
• Requests for a favorite treat that should find its way into the oven
• Polar Express
• And, Mr. Sandman gently reminds me that a nap is always in order

This weather is so comforting. Mother Nature issued an Indian Summer for us this year. Considering we have 365 days of sun & .99 inches of rain per year... I get a little sun-sick.

How is your Tuesday shaping up?

un'pre'dict'a'bil'ity

There is one thing for certain ~ Life can be unpredicable.

Some things to keep in mind:

1. Keep your gratitude handy.
2. Have a smile on your face.
3. Keep yourself in good company, always.

 
We now know where the saying between a rock & a hard spot came from; well, sort of. In the midst of our holiday cheer, this conversation takes place:

Dalton: Hey Mom, can you look at this? It hurts.

Me: Sure, what'cha got? (...my eyebrows drawn together...) You know what we need to do, right?

 A bit of minor surgery and he's all patched up. The island in the kitchen has served us well, for a number of things as it turns out.

 

 
Ah, the saving thing... which also happens to be on my list of things to do by Nov. 30th: Perfect!

 

 
Nothing better than spending time with all my Loves: this being one of them.  

See you tamale',

Tajie

hustle & bustle ~ interrupted

What's Playing: Stop This Train ~ John Mayer

On track with holiday gifts, meals for the family and house cleaning chor-zees. Little did I know, someone has been watching and watching closely.

As a parent having 3 children, I must admit from time to time we wonder if they ever really know how much they are loved. How less grand our lives would be without them. We have more cognitive history with them then they have with us.

We remember the laundry list of firsts...

• First tooth 
• First steps
• First words
• First day at Kindergarden, Junior High, High School, College
• First real tears...

You get the pixure.

Then, without warning, IT happens.  An indication that the gravity of your relationship is recognized by them.

 

Todays post is dedicated to our children Dalton, Bryhannon & Austyn. None could ever compare. You are simply unmatched, the world over... Leep you.

Have a G R E A T weekend; see ya Monday,

Tajie

a pixure is worth...

 
The clock is ticking; its whispering "46 days til..." you guessed it. I fear not, for I have everything I need right here. Part of our annual celebration of hand made gift-giving has been to use all that exists in our art studio.

Off to a great start yesterday, now to continue the momentum, and with a smile.

 All I need to do is focus. In light of this, I posted a gentle reminder to do just that. Think it'll help?

My sweet girl shed some light on the essentials for getting the job done.

1. Tiger's Milk bars
2. Diet Coke
3. Hot Tamales
4. Her company

And, we're off!

Tomorrow I'll reveal a few gifts we'll be giving this year, prior to being twisted into submission :)

See ya then,

Tajie

in the begining, there was light

 
Off to a good start, this makes me happy :o)

• Organized (and cleaned*) my art studio space
• Blueprinted my on-line store, gathered address's, assigned homemade gifts to do
• Worked on my tea-leaf sweater; neckline and arms are complete, now onto the back YAY

Not too bad if I do say so myself! If I could only drink cups of espresso instead of coffee, I could speed things up a bit.

Tomorrow looks to be promising in the way of progress.

I've discovered something: the list helps. So does the open window allowing the breeze to refresh my senses, the playlist that keeps my mojo happening and the candles-a-glow that keep my flame burning bright.

Now for some rest. My body demands this, my soul has no need for it.

Namaste'

Tajie

Tea-Leaf Cardigan: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tea-leaves-cardigan