Is it bedtime yet?

*sigh*

It's been one of those weeks. Ya know, the ones that leave you exhausted in every possible way at the end of the day, yet you feel like you've accomplished almost nothing? Yeah, that's it. I've finally gotten up to 50 items in my shop (which in itself doesn't seem like a lot, until I factor in that the majority of my time is spent cleaning, running errands, and chasing after a bunch of toddlers. And even then, I need to list a *ton* more for the holiday season.)

I am having a celebratory sale on my etsy shop in honor of the fact that I somehow listed the big "50", although once I get to 100, boy, I don't know what I'll do! Take 15% off by putting "Made it to 50!" in the notes to seller and wait for a revised invoice to pay.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/elbeading

Hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving, and if you don't celebrate that, I hope you have a calm and relaxing week!

It's Almost Christmas!!

Now, normally, I'm not too thrilled at Christmas coming waaaaaaay quicker than it should, but this year, it's different.

I don't know if my general outlook has changed (which would be good! Any amount of happiness is a triumph against depression), or if it means even more this year than others. My girls are doubly excited about Christmas this year as well: it means daddy will be home! Oh, I am so excited! Not only that, but I've even made a few holiday inspired pieces. So far, a lovely lanyard and an oh-so-elegant bracelet with Cream Swarovski Crystal Pearls, garnets, and emeralds!



I've started making lists for the kids, including parkas and long johns! I still have to figure out what actual fun stuff to get them! Any suggestions for a 1 year old boy and two girls, 3 (just about 4) and 5?

So, I'm hoping to eventually have a little more substance in my posts here soon. But, like it's titled, I ramble! Anyway, have to hop off here soon, DD wants to watch Hannah Montana....again. Ha!

It's Been a While!

Wow, so much has happened lately! Kylie started school, which she is loving and doing VERY well in (of course, :D), Chris left for basic, and is doing well, he's already started his AIT, which means I should be able to talk to him more often!

My Etsy store is doing pretty well, considering it's still a bit new. Sales have slowed down a little, but that's ok. I've been trying to get some more things that I have stored listed, but it's a little difficult when you're chasing toddlers all day! By the time their bed time comes, I'm ready for sleep as well! Lol.

We have a bit of interesting (and maybe fun?) news! Chris received his new orders, and we're moving to ALASKA at the end of December! OY!!! It's still a shock to me, and I am *so* nervous about moving so far away from everyone! I'm sure the kids will absolutely love it, but did they have to move us to the coldest state in the country in the middle of winter? Haha, nice.

So, just a heads up, things will probably be quiet for my shop and most likely this blog during December as we go to Chris' graduation and prepare to move from TN to AK. Things should pick up after the 1st of the year.

I had my first giveaway featured on facebook not too long ago, my apologies for not featuring it here! The turnout was wonderful, and I'm already thinking about what to do for my next one. I'll be sure to put it on here as well!