March 17, 2024

Happy St. Patrick's Day 2024


May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow,
and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.


March 16, 2024

Sunday Stealing: Questions from The Friday Five

Welcome to this week's Sunday Stealing, which was stolen from the Friday Five.
1. What ONE thing would you change about your life? How would your life be different?

The one thing I would like to change about my life is that I would like to be less scared of leaving my house. If I felt like leaving my house more often I would see my loved ones more. 

2. What is the hardest thing you have ever done? Why was it hard for you? What did you learn?

One of the hardest things I have ever done was to let me daughter go. I love her very much and I only want the best for her. It hurts very much being away from her and not talking to her but letting her go, I feel, gave her the best life possible. 

3. Write about the most glorious moment in your life so far.

The births of my children were my most glorious moments. With my daughter I had a c-section and did not get to see her until she was two hours old. She was so tiny and perfect, with a head full of hair.  My son was born the natural way and I got to see him immediately. He too was so tiny and perfect, but not as much hair.

4. Write about a moment you felt brave.

When making funeral arrangements for my husband, I asked to see his body. I was so scared but knew deep down that I needed to see him one last time. His skin was so cold but he looked at peace.  I didn't cry while there but when I got home I sure did.

5. What made you happy today?

My dog made me happy today.  When we woke up this morning she snuggled with me and gave me hugs (she leans into me and I wrap my arms around her). This made getting up and facing the day worth it.
6. What did you dislike most about growing up?

I hated being taller than everyone and I hated the bullying and name calling that I received.

7. Write about five activities you love the most and why you love them.

I love playing with my do, working on plastic canvas projects, crocheting, watching TV, and sleeping.  All of these activities help me to relax and take my mind of negative things.

8. Do you have an embarrassing moment that still makes you cringe?

I can't remember exactly what I said, but I remember saying something incredibly stupid at my brother's wedding reception. I immediately regretted it and to this say I still get mad at myself for behaving that way. 

9. What has been your best trip so far?

A trip to Six Flags (in Missouri) in 2004, with my kids, husband, brother, sister-in-law, niece and two nephews. We had a blast!
10. What traits (physical or personal) do people notice when they meet you for the first time?

Physically, I notice their eyes first....male or female. The eyes are truly windows to the soul in my opinion. As far as personal traits, I notice if they are kind, compassionate and empathetic. 

11. Is social media a blessing or a curse?

Both....depends on the day. Some days it is great to see others living their best lives, other days seeing that makes me sad.

12. What is your greatest hope for your future? What steps can you take to make it happen?

A cure for cancer. I donate often to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the American Cancer Society.

13. What did you struggle most with today?

Getting out of bed. I would much rather just stay in bed all day and not deal with life.

14. Name the biggest priority in your life right now

Surviving each day.

15. What are 5 things you wish others knew about you.

I hate leaving my house but still want to be invited to things. I don't want to die, but know that one day I will. I have anxiety. I have panic attacks. And lastly, I do not like small talk and I consider small talk to be "fluff". I do not like fluff!

March 15, 2024

Plastic Canvas: Love Blooms Here

I purchased this Love Blooms Here Wall Hanging plastic canvas kit from Plastic-Canvas-Kits.
I added the blue background and green grass and a extra ladybug.
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#plasticcanvas #hobbies #hobby #crafts #crafting #Holidays #valentinesday #decor

March 12, 2024

Not Talking To Mama

Riley was mad at me for taking her to the vet today,
but I made it all better by taking her to see her Grandma afterwards.

Photo (c)2024 Shannon G. Wamsley Taken 12 March 2024
Photo (c)2024 Shannon G. Wamsley
Taken 12 March 2024

 

March 11, 2024

eCard of the Week #560: Immature and Childish

 

Your ecards aren't funny or cute.
In fact, they make you look immature and childish. 
What fine qualities to plaster across the internet. 


March 10, 2024

Eight Years Without My Son

 

My grief is emotional, mental, physical and spiritual rollercoaster.

It comes in waves...waves that crash into me so hard it takes my breath away.

I will grieve for my son until the day I die.

His death is not something I can just "get over".

I am trying my best to learn with to live without him.

I will never be the person I was before Colt died.

Grief is the price I pay for love.

March 9, 2024

Sunday Stealing: Stolen from Friday Five

Welcome to this week's Sunday Stealing, which was stolen from the Friday Five.
1) What is your favorite thing about winter?

My favorite thing about winter is watching the snow fall, as I sit in the warmth of my house. Otherwise, my favorite thing about winter is when it is over.

2) What is your favorite winter sport?

I enjoying watching football in the winter.  I do not participate in any winter sports.

3) What is the best winter treat?

There are so many winter treats to choose from! Hot Chocolate, decorated sugar cookies, butter pecan meltaways, and more!

4) What is the earliest time in the year it ever snowed where you live?

 Late September/Early October

5) What is the best way to stay warm in the winter?

Drink hot tea or hot chocolate and layer your clothing.

6) What are your favorite things that are paper?

Photos of my family

7) What are your favorite things that are cotton?

A few of my favorite tee-shirts and bras.

8) What are your favorite things that are leather?

The seats in my Jeep.

9) What are your favorite things that are floral?

All the plants and flowers I have inside and outside my house.

10) What are your favorite things that are wood?

My house, the fence around my backyard and the tree in my front yard.

11) If you think your house is haunted, what should you do?

Nothing to do. If ghosts want to live here, they are welcome to do so as long as they behave.  

12) When should you investigate a strange noise in your basement?

As soon as I hear it.

13) How do you know if an abandoned building is safe to visit?

You ask the neighbors about it and if no one lives nearby, investigate from a distance.  

14) How do you decide whether to solve a problem as a team, or split up and go it alone?

I tend to try things on my own first then if I need help or a second opinion I ask those with the required knowledge.

15) Where do you store your knives and where would you look if one was missing?

I have a knife drawer in my kitchen to store knives in.  If any go missing they are more than likely in the dishwasher.  

March 7, 2024

Destruction is Hard Work

Photo (c)2024 Shannon G. Wamsley; Taken 07 March 2024
Poor Riley Bean…she wore herself out destroying my office.
LOL She has stuffing and cardboard everywhere LOL


 

March 6, 2024

Plastic Canvas: Paw Print Coaster and Wall Sign

What do I do when I can’t sleep or I am bored with TV? I craft with plastic canvas!
I made these two free hand. The single paw print is a coaster and the other is just a wall sign.
#plasticcanvas #hobbies #hobby #crafts #crafting #Holidays #valentinesday #decor