Right now there is a pile of lovely handmades waiting for the thunder clouds to reside so I can photograph them and get them into the shop.
It's been such a whirlwind kind of week here getting last minute things pieced together and the big boy ready for his Junior year of highschool. Can you remember when I dropped him off for his freshman year? It sure doesn't feel like two years ago....
It was certainly one of those weeks where the best of intentions got pushed aside to make room for real life. Sometimes that's just the way things go.
But a little work got done. And that's good enough.
Have I told you Joe plays karaoke with the kids and sends me secret popcorn when I sew? He really is the best. Ever.
And while I had planned to share with you TWO new things making their debut into the shop. That will just have to wait until next week. And that's okay. Because instead I am thinking about making do with what I have, in this moment.
Which made me think a set of THRIVE postcards from the shop would be a perfect giveaway for this weekend...
A set of ten postcards with envelopes. Details can be found here.
So, just leave a comment on this post to enter & I'll draw TWO lucky winners next Wednesday. Yes! TWO!
In the mean time.... I'll be choking back tears as I give this big lug of a kid of mine a goodbye hug and duck out of the dorms this afternoon. This goodbye thing never gets easier. But you know... I suppose that means we're doing something right. At least that is what I whisper to my heart in these moments.
See you Monday....
~stephinie
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Congratulations Kim & Tara ~ You won!
I've emailed you for your shipping details.
Aw, you've done well sounds like! I can't imagine the day but I know it will be here in a flash. You cards are lovely!
Becca
Posted by: Becca | August 18, 2012 at 09:10 AM
Such lovely cards, thanks for the giveaway.
Hug him tight and hang in there.
Posted by: Kim | August 18, 2012 at 09:48 AM
Beautiful cards. Just perfect for little caring notes.
Is your oldest away at a school? I hope today goes smoothly for you!
Posted by: Patraq | August 18, 2012 at 10:26 AM
I love these. I would want to keep them all for myself But I would send them out to all my friends.
Posted by: KC | August 18, 2012 at 10:46 AM
Love these!
Posted by: Shelby | August 18, 2012 at 11:05 AM
These are beautiful! Vivid colors and perfectly captured. What a treat to get in the mail.
Posted by: Aly | August 18, 2012 at 01:37 PM
The colors on the cards are fantastic. I can imagine sending many and hanging into a few favorites as well.
Posted by: Joy | August 18, 2012 at 01:54 PM
Lovely, count me in.
Posted by: coleen | August 18, 2012 at 03:41 PM
Such beautiful photos. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Amanda | August 18, 2012 at 04:23 PM
<3 The h.m. bias tape!!
Posted by: TK | August 18, 2012 at 05:39 PM
I love mine! :-)
Posted by: Jimntj | August 18, 2012 at 05:57 PM
lovely lovely cards! thank you.
Posted by: Tara | August 18, 2012 at 10:44 PM
They are so beautiful and I could really do with a reminder of what makes us thrive at the moment! Good luck with back to school, can't wait to see the new stuff you have been making :D
Posted by: Mousy Brown | August 19, 2012 at 05:59 AM
Ahhhh.....We all have those type of weeks.....
you are not alone, in many ways it is good,
seems to help us refocus :) You are sweet
to offer such a lovely gift!
Posted by: Kim | August 19, 2012 at 07:06 AM
I watched Eragon with my son last night (he's seven and covered his eyes for the scary parts) and we both got choked up when the cousin hugs the uncle goodbye as he sets out so seek his fortune. Jude said, "I hope my sisters don't cry when it's time for me to go away"...I couldn't say a word for fear of bursting out crying. Best wishes for your son, that he has another successful year away.
Thank you for offering such a lovely set of cards! Love them!
Posted by: Knitty Gritty Homestead | August 19, 2012 at 07:46 AM
Hi there,
I found your lovely blog today and already I am hooked! Thank you for the give away, such lovely and pretty cards. I keep my fingers crossed!
X Mom-of-three
Lyuba
Posted by: Lyuba | August 19, 2012 at 09:56 AM
lovely giveaway!
blessings to you and your loved ones on this new adventure....
Posted by: mamina | August 19, 2012 at 11:22 AM
These are lovely! Can imagine how hard it is to let go. . . but a time for that is inevitable.
Posted by: Andrea from ziezo | August 19, 2012 at 03:55 PM
Oh I desire to be able to photograph as lovely as you one day! I love these note cards and love the art of the written note. Thank you for the opportunity to have such a lovely gift.
Posted by: Shannon J | August 19, 2012 at 10:32 PM
so freaking gorgeous!
Posted by: 6512 and growing | August 20, 2012 at 08:01 PM
oh my- this brought tears to my eyes. those big brothers will never really know how much they are missed. xo
Posted by: Stephinie | August 20, 2012 at 09:53 PM
Wow they are beautiful! I came over from the project-based homeschooling forum. Off to look at your shop now!
Posted by: shannon | August 20, 2012 at 10:27 PM
I'm hoping that I am not posting multiple times.
Lovely, and thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Dawn | August 20, 2012 at 11:39 PM
They look wonderful! Thank you so much! ~xx~
Posted by: Tasneem | August 21, 2012 at 05:00 AM
Love those cards. The photos are beautiful. Makes me want to go pick some tomatos!
Posted by: Marlo | August 22, 2012 at 09:05 AM