I am here and missing all of you!!
Boys are now on their second day in school, and actually loving it. I think they really missed seeing the friends through the summer months. I also just got back from a mini trip, seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Dylan and Jayden were LOVING the waterslide at the hotel we were at, and I had to go up the stairs with them a few times myself. It was a pretty fast ride down to the bottom, but so much fun.
I am trying to get my life organized right now. The kitchen cupboards are first, getting rid of stuff that I haven't used in forever. But my head is swimming with ideas for my new bedroom. I am making it mine, calm and serene. Here is an example I made up on the BEHR website.
A smokey aqua for the walls, the same cream trim I have and the same beige carpet.The basic grey color is going to be the accent for my curtains, and linens, while the duvet is THIS ONE from Ikea. I also got a ton of black and white pictures for the walls. I am excited for the change!! I'll take before and after photos so you can see the difference, it will be HUGE ... lol.
Also, I have been trying to find a job that would suit me and my schedule of house building, Zumba classes and stamping classes. Well, I prayed a lot about it, because it CANNOT take away from the boys. I need to be with them, and they are my first priority. So many options were gone over for months.
I AM GOING TO BE A NAIL TECHNICIAN !! I start my classes on September 12, and am excited to work from home, and make my own hours, but still be available when I need to be. Seems like September is a month of big changes, but I hope to be back to posting ASAP.
Wow - that's great! Good luck on your new adventure!
Posted by: Lisa S | September 10, 2011 at 08:56 PM
So happy that u found an at home business Julie. So much better for everyone involved. Good luck!!!
You have been the BEST mom to your boys and it shows in their being happy with school and their lives. GREAT JOB MOM!!
The bedroom is terrific. Love the wall color so much. Need my bedroom redone with paint too so I will soon be looking at all kinds of colors. My rug is blueish and grayish. Lots of colors will go with it.
Please keep us up to date with pictures. We all care for you so so much. Lot of luck. evette God bless.
Posted by: Evette K. Ciampo | September 02, 2011 at 10:44 AM
Hi Julie, You and the boys continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope and pray that all will go well for your new career and that you will still have a little time to do what you love to do.
Hugs and blessings,
Debbie (UK)
Posted by: Debbie | September 02, 2011 at 02:36 AM
Way to go, Julie! I'm so proud of you. You've had a lot to deal with over the last year and you're coming out smiling! gotta love you for that! All my best to you.
Posted by: Fran Bosse | September 01, 2011 at 11:46 PM
I have also been cleaning out..my son's room as well as my own. I want to paint too, but can't decide on a paint color. For the most part I've been going through my son's clothes - baby, toddler, and up to about size 16. He's now in a men's M and is only 12! This work is exhausting and I can't wait to go back to work next week! Remember you can do anything you set your mind to Julie!
Posted by: Debra | September 01, 2011 at 11:24 PM
awesome! i know where to come for some new nails! i hope you will do toes too :)
Posted by: Lisa H | September 01, 2011 at 10:51 PM
Glad to hear all about your exciting changes - becoming a nail tech, and re-designing your bedroom for 'you.' I did this myself when I lost my spouse and it really helped me to realize I was now on my own. Happy that the boys are loving school and you will all be in a routine again now that summer is over. Love to all of you and God Bless all of you.
Posted by: Joanne | September 01, 2011 at 10:22 PM
How exciting! Can't wait to see the pics of your bedroom. Best of luck with your new job!!! Too bad I'm too far away to come over and get my nails done...
Posted by: Carmen M. | September 01, 2011 at 08:40 PM
Best wishes in your new venture!
Posted by: Sylvia/Georgia | September 01, 2011 at 08:37 PM
There is a VERY unique nail product that only one person does, here in Tyler (that I know of) and it seems much easier to learn and was much easier on my nails than the older form of artificial nails. It's a product called Backscratchers. Instead of dipping the wet brush into the powder and putting that ball on the nail to shape it, the nail is painted (like fingernail polish) and then the nail is dipped into a small tub of powder. this is repeated 2-3 times to form the nail and then smoothed easily to finalize the shape. Just thought while learning a new trade you might be interested in a method that might start earning you money quicker and easier. Good Luck with your new venture!
Posted by: Alison | September 01, 2011 at 08:12 PM
Brilliant minds - together. I have spent the last two days ridding my kitchen cupboards of unused stuff and now have empty spaces. Love it! And I was wondering just the other day whether you are still involved in house building and you've answered that question. The bedroom plans look beautiful and calm. Am so pleased you've arrived at a satisfactory answer to your 'what should I do?' and know you have your priorities in the right place. Love to you and the boys.
Posted by: Pat Jandacek | September 01, 2011 at 07:59 PM
love your choice in wall color can't wait to see the before and afters, good luck with your new career path :)
Posted by: conniecrafter | September 01, 2011 at 06:22 PM
Way to go, Julie! Your new bedroom is going to be a wonderful refuge and best wishes for your new career path!
Posted by: Angela Fehr | September 01, 2011 at 05:14 PM
Good Luck Julie!!! Your room looks fab, and blue is a claming color. Will be your new "retreat". Great choice for a new "job". You will still be able to do all the other things you need to do. Hugs and prayers coming your way!!
Posted by: Linda | September 01, 2011 at 04:56 PM
Good luck to you , love the new colors in your bedroom
Carolyn
Posted by: Carolyn | September 01, 2011 at 04:48 PM
Julie, that's great! I always say where there is a will, there is a way! Can't wait to see photos of your "new" bedroom. I used to hate change, but now that I'm older I think change makes everything fresh and new. It's all in how you look at a situation and your attitude about it! Big Hugs and Good Luck on your new adventure.
Posted by: Becky Jo | September 01, 2011 at 04:29 PM
CONGRATS!! Can't wait to see what the bedroom looks like!!
Posted by: Stacia | September 01, 2011 at 04:08 PM
That's awesome Julie!! congrats. Let me know if you need any hands/nails to practice on. Love your idea for your bedroom...Good luck!
Posted by: Marti Goertzen | September 01, 2011 at 02:09 PM
i have been a nail tech for 20 yrs, working from home and being able to be with my two boys as well. good luck on your new venture!! you will love it!!
Posted by: Renee | September 01, 2011 at 02:00 PM
That's awesome Julie! I wish I was in Sask instead of Ontario....I'd be first in line!
Posted by: Jackie McKenzie | September 01, 2011 at 01:57 PM