A few random things...

Comments
First, there's a trend of "no comments" on my posts. Maybe you think you don't have anything to say, but I love your comments, so keep them coming... it let's me know someone out there is reading! :)

Facebook
Second, I've gotten hooked on Facebook. That may be why the fewer posts here. I'm reconnecting with so many people, and it's lots of fun, but incredibly time-consuming, so I'm having to watch myself... if you're on Facebook, then I know you know what I mean! And all those meaningless applications can get you crazy busy doing absolutely NOTHING! Yikes! Facebook is great, but pace yourself! :)

Wonderful Crafty Things
Third, just in time for your holiday giving... I have to give a shout out to two friends who are crafters. Sara Sears makes beautiful trendy quilts: mostly baby blanket or lap sized - very reasonably priced around $35-$45! E-mail Sara at sarasears@hotmail.com for more info. And Kristina Roegner makes many beautiful things including hand-felted children's sweaters, funky fleece hats $15, boobie blinders (nursing blankets) $25, and felt toys for $5 that would make great stocking stuffers. Email Kristina at kristina@muffinbaby.com or check out Kristina's business with this link: MuffinBaby.

More Suggested Reading!
And finally, I have read another book that just might save me a HUGE amount of stress... and it can for you too! You know I'm all about living purposefully - wanting everything I do to be intentional and meaningful (I'm certainly not great at that yet!) - and this book gives an EASY way to be purposeful about the decisions you make, giving freedom to say no to things that aren't within your purpose/goals/who you are. It's Patrick Lencioni's The 3 Big Questions for a Frantic Family. And even if you're not living the life of a "frantic family" like I am, this book can help you simply have focus in your life.

Patrick Lencioni spoke at MOPS Convention a couple of weeks ago on this topic, and you could see every mom soaking up every word, taking diligent notes, and seeing hope for their crazy lives. After he spoke it's like we all had weight lifted from our shoulders... "No we don't have to say yes to every good thing - only the ones that are within our short-term purpose and reflect who we are!" "I think I can easily do this with my husband in an evening and we can get some sort of handle on our lives again!" So, I bought the book, and promised to share it with whoever wants it. You can check out the link above for the main worksheet and main ideas. OR I'd be happy to share the simple concept over coffee someday! I'll let you know how it goes over the next few months, but I can tell it's going to be worth it!