Congratulations to the Winner of the Glass Etching

Congratulations to Kerrie G. of Oklahoma for winning the free custom etched glass!  Way to go, Kerrie!  A photo of the finished glass will be displayed once it is done.

Western Wreath

This wreath was one of only two I've ever done.  I wanted a western theme.  Anyone else out there making wreaths?  I would like to get better at it since it involves variety.  I do like variety!  Crafting itself is full of variety.  It's so fun to see how people's minds work.  And the artist can be found in some of the most unlikely people.  I still become amazed when I see an artist who is new to me.  Creative minds rock!!!

Meet Lynn Pritchett

Meet Lynn Pritchett, an accomplished writer and artist.  Lynn wrote a wonderful, touching story of her greatest mistake over at Associated Content.  She also writes health articles and much more.  Lynn and I met after she sent me a nice message about one of my own articles at AC.

Associated Content is like an online magazine.  It has thousands of writers and a wide array of subjects from which to choose.  I began writing there as one of my very first writing jobs and have continued for several years.  They use a friendly format and welcome new content on a daily basis.  It's perfect to get exposure, to research, for use with homeschooling information, and to meet friends of all ages and stages as writers.

Lynn offers some good tips for Christmas over on her other site at Suite101.com .  She has a awesome tip for large dog diapers, something I wished for several times over the years for my own pets.  This will help save money and your carpet!

Thanks, Lynn, for helping to widen our reading horizons!

Meet Drama/Boxer Deluxe

Meet the newest addition to our family.  My son's new puppy is named Drama.  He's such a beautiful little 7 week old baby.  He already has established his place in the household, which seems to be bullying all the older, bigger dogs.  He's not scared of anything, including the dog that is at least 3 times his size.

This little one will put himself to bed at night already, in his little doggie bed beside his Daddy's bed.  He got his 1st set of shots already and bit the nurse.  He made it known he didn't appreciate being pricked.

Drama fits into our homeschool program because he helps teach my daughter about puppies, responsibility, and about being gentle.  He also helps keep her company while she does her classwork.  You can't get that in a public classroom.

Giveaway at Tammy's place!!!

This week, my online friend, Tammy, has graciously allowed me to host a giveaway on her blog.  Tammy is a wonderful blogger with a great contribution to the educational world as well.  She shares with us all as she paves the way through a life with autism and her adventures with her wonderful family.  Hope you can join us as we find a special mom to present with a special gift!