Stuff I Make

Since nothing is happening with the adoption and I am trying to only put out positive energy, I am going to post about some of the stuff I make.


Here I have some neck warmers, also known as neck gaitors or tube scarfs.  These are great for cold winters especially if you enjoy outdoor activities.  They are made from double layered fleece so it is sure to keep out the cold.

Below are some banners ready for Valentine's Day.  They are made with acid free cardstock and can be  hung from a mantel, doorway or wall using simple tape or tacks.  

 These frame mats make the perfect gift for new or expecting parents.  They are also made from acid free cardstock and are completely customizable.

If you are interested in any of these items just go to my Etsy shop, Las Palomas for further details.  If you're on Facebook, like my page here.

Six Years

Six years ago today our file was logged in China.  We were told our wait would be two years at most.  So much for that.

Just like last year, there's lots I have to say about this but seeing as how this blog is public and I've been burned in the past when I posted how I really felt, I will keep those thoughts to myself.

Five years

It's been five years since we've been logged in.  I was going to write a post about how I really feel about this situation but then I remembered that this blog is currently public and I just don't want to deal with some of the comments I know I would get.

So that's all I have to say about that.

Happy Halloween!

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Stars in the Sky

It's been five years now that I lost my mom. There's nothing more that I can say that I haven't said before.  I just wish she was here, there's so much going on that I want and need to share with her.  I know she's always with us in spirit, I just wish I could give her a hug.

Look Who's One!

Today our Poppy turns one!  Well, we're assuming it's today.  Since she is a rescue dog we're not quite sure of her birthday.  So we picked today as her birthday.  I'm so happy we decided to keep her and she is part of our family.  She is such a gentle dog, so loving and caring.

We've seen her progress so much from the first day that she came into our home.  For example, a few weeks ago she finally rolled on her back so we can could scratch her belly, she's never done that before.

So once again, happy birthday to one of the prettiest blondes I know.  Hope you had a good day.

A note about Poppy

It's been over three months since Poppy joined our household and here are some interesting facts about her.

• When Poppy came to live with us, her coat was very coarse compared to Jinx.  I just chalked it up to her genetics.  Today her coat is much, much softer.  It's amazing what a good diet and regular grooming will do to a dogs coat.
• She loves to sleep with one of her back legs sticking out underneath her.  It's really cute.
• Just recently she started lying on her back. Jinx always did that but not Poppy.  The other day I reached down to pet her belly and she rolled on to her back as she wagged her tail.  She's learning to trust us.  
• She doesn't always jump on furniture, she sometimes climbs on it.  Also a very funny thing to witness.
• Her bark is not as mean sounding as Jinx's.  It's a funny little bark.  I will try to capture her barking one day (not that we encourage that behaviour).
• Poppy is scared of thunder.  We had a bad thunderstorm a little while ago and when the thunder struck she went running to Shawn and was like velcro until the storm passed.
• She loves to give little puppy kisses. 
• Poppy still has some food aggression issues but we are working with her on it.  We've been told it could be a while before we show any progress.  She needs to learn that she will always be fed and that will take time.
• Poppy is fast.  She leaves Jinx in the dust when it comes to chasing a ball.  She becomes so fixated on it and nothing else matters except getting the ball.
• That being said, when she's had enough she just lies down once she's done.
• Poppy doesn't whine.  At all.
• Below is a picture of Poppy, lying in the muddy water, after chasing the ball because she's had enough.