Thrifting

I visited this new (at least for me) blog (and of course SouleMama's) that discusses thrifting and the philosophy behind it. I like the idea of finding treasures at really good prices... so I went to my local Goodwill. To my surprise I found an assortment of Target furniture marked down... way down. I got this beautiful side table and get this...




I payed 80% less than the original price right now ($150) at Target!!! Go Me!!!

I also got a set of 4 glasses (for $4)... each of them has a dancing couple (after some research I think they are square dancing)and 2 lines of what to me looks like a cowboy song. I don't have a picture but I'm trying to find more information about them. I didn't see any marks or brand, so I'll keep looking.

I found a cross stitch kit of some kitties playing with red yarn balls and the words "You're among friends" ($1).




The kit is from the "Learn a Craft" Collection of Dimensions Inc. and is designed by Daniel Gorman (you can really find anything at eBay, even this kind of information).

You can't go wrong with this prices. And so I started thrifting... I'm sure there'll be more to come.

This and that

Helloooooo Spartans!!! I loved the movie... the film was beautiful and the 300 spartans too. It was very entertaining (the hubster agrees). After a long day at work, there's nothing better than a great movie at the IMAX with the hubster and good friends.

By the way, work is going great. I'm feeling very good about it. This past month has been a lot of fun. It might be a transition job but I'm trying to learn as much as possible and getting the most out of it. Ohh... I guess I should mention I'm working for Target. This is my first real job, my first retail job... and I'm glad I'm working for them. I wasn't sure if I was going to get used to being around so much people but I'm enjoying it.

I finished the third book in the Artemis Fowl Series: The Eternity Code. It was so clever!!! The first book is clever and innovative, new fantasy I would say. The third book is even more so than the first. The second book was just a "bridge" between the first and third, the story was somewhat slower too. Of course, I already started book 4: The Opal Deception. This is a great series for everybody, lots of fun.

Today was our first meeting with our realtor!!! Yep, we're planning to buy a house. This phase of my life is so new that I can't really explain how I feel. I'm just grateful that I have the hubster, that we're on the same page, and are looking forward to similar things. I can't wait to start this process!

Tomorrow WIP Wednesday where I show all my work-in-progress!

Being aware

I love Blueprint magazine! To the end of the 3rd issue (March/April) there is an article/list titled 100 Reasons why you should get rid of it... IT being stuff, clutter, junk.... even debt. It got me thinking. A lot of us really desire to have things. I'm working on changing this attitude on myself. I don't need all the things that I have and still wish I had some more stuff. That is not right.

When you start spoiling yourself and getting stuff by using money that you don't have (aka credit cards), it's time to do something about it. I am taking control. It's not easy, but I realized and understood that the change is going to make me a better person. I will get rid (sell, donate, toss) of things that I don't use... I need to do it. My credit cards are out of my wallet. No more window shopping carrying credit cards. If I don't have the money I can't buy anything, thus helping me control the amount of stuff I already own and also my debt.

Growing up is tough... I'm just happy I can realize this things and take control of my life now.

Moving forward

I'm well... I'm happy... I have a job... I have a driver's permit (I've been scared of driving for a long time, but realized that it was a total necessity)! This year so far has been a huge change in my life. I stood up for myself, stepped out of science and am trying something new. It's so much fun!

Crafting front:
Knitting - Mason-Dixon Ballband dishcloth started.
Crochet - Almost done with the Rising Sun Doily.
Quilting - Almost done with the quilt top.

Will show pics soon!