Good Bye for now

I have contemplated not doing this blog for a while now. It just seems so selfish and self-centered. It is like I am constantly seeking approval and attention and that is just not who I am. I have lost all creativity and self-assurance in my craft. Don’t get me wrong, I will still be writing, just not for the world to see. I have a need to write uninhibited and freely. I only feel that I can do that if I keep a personal journal. I have restricted myself with the blog and I need to be free of it for now. I will still keep a craft blog at my website so everyone can see new projects.

www.gardengirlcreations.com

Adios!

Tara

A few things….

I have not been very active with my blog lately. A lot has been going on(see previous post). I can’t help but wonder, why I continue blogging.  I do have a bunch to say, but can’t quite finds the words to say it all. As I sit and ponder where I am in life and where I want to be, I am not sure where blogging fits into the scope of things. Please don’t take me wrong, I am not just giving up and quitting(not anytime soon anyway).  Hopefully, once I get some other things in my life straightened out, blogging will fall into place.

In the mean time, here are some pics from our BIG backyard project.

This is how it started. Just a typical back yard. The only features were the greenhouse and small vegetable garden.

The first mini-project. We used tree limbs and old 4×4 posts for the edging. Lillies  inside.

The new rain barrel catches plenty of water for the plants.

The yard was all tilled and posts holes dug.

The fence completed and the bones of the arbor put  into place.

All done! Yay!!! Now for the planting and weeding and fertilizing and…..

Some of the lovely flowers that are in bloom:

Pink Climbing Rose

Red Climbing Rose

Guinness Columbine

Purple Iris(my favorite)

Hope you enjoyed the little tour through our project. There will be more pictures as other plants bloom.

Tara

Apology

I apologize for the absence. A lot has happened in the past few weeks that has prevented me from blogging. I have experienced serious internet withdrawal!

Last week, I had a temporary job as an Environmental Technician at the Orange County Landfill(Chapel Hill). Six of us were doing a Waste Stream Study. Trust me, it sounds much more glamorous that it actually was. We physically sorted through 5 tons of garbage in one week. Bags were opened, items sorted into 30 categories, categories weighed, then it all started over again. It was definitely the most disgusting experience of my life(and I have seen some nasty stuff!). The good part of it all, is that the study showed what areas of town recycle the most and what areas need more exposure to the recycling program.

During this week, we were also setting up fence posts. 54 holes, 54 posts. Since everyone in the house was working, the posts went in slowly. After I recovered and finally removed the stench from my nostrils, I became more helpful. We actually finished the fence a few days ago. The arbor still needs lattice and we need to make gates.

I forgot to mention that we had a house guest last weekend and part of this week. He was a pleasure to have around, but you  know how guests put your home in disarray. The animals get off their schedules, house work is put aside and replaced with visiting, and eating out becomes the norm. I love our BIG friend from Kentucky and he is always welcome!

Yesterday, I participated in an Earth Day Celebration in Greensboro. It was a lot of fun, but I did not have many sales.  I did make some great contacts, though. I don’t think anyone had many sales. The organization hosting the event did not advertise the vendors very well. Most people loved what they saw, but did not bring money. They did not know that vendors would be there. Anyway, it wasn’t my first rodeo. I am a little disappointed, but not quite heart-broken.

So that is the recap of my crazy two weeks. Probably doesn’t sound like a lot, but trust me it was! Glad to be back in the blog-o-sphere. I will try to put up pics of the fence later.

Tara

Inspiration Saturday

All images from weheartit

Friday Finds

Check out this weeks GROOVY finds!

SackSavers

The Salty Peanut

Love Lives Here

Sarita’s Jewelry Box

Ruby Mountain Dye Works

Hello World

Sorry I have been missing for the past week. This pollen, along with non-stop yard work, is kicking my butt. I have been in an antihistamine fog all week! I do have some good news to share, though.

I will be starting a temporary job next week. It is nothing glamorous but it is in the Environmental field. Should be a good resume booster. I will try to schedule some posts for next week.

Hope everyone has a great day and a wonderful weekend!

Tara

Favorite

Check out this amazing necklace from Storybeader. It has a  repurposed antique centerpiece. Just lovely!

Friday Finds

Some fun upcycled finds.

Paper Cake Creations

Handmade journals, kits, art and supplies.

 

eco Bling Couture

Recycled, reused, and reclaimed one of a kind jewelry.

 

YAVA Glass

Decorative glassware made from recycled glass bottles.

 

Saribellum

Totes and accesories made from recycled materials.

 

Record Time

Cool clocks made with old records.

 

Have a great weekend! Get out there and enjoy Spring!!

Tara