Sometimes and Always #4

Sometimes... I think that I've watched everything interesting on Netflix.

Always... I find something else to watch. Right now, it's One Tree Hill.

Sometimes... I overbook myself.

Always... My husband is there to help out so I can get everything done.

Sometimes... I miss drinking Coke.

Always... I'm so glad that I gave up soda. It was something that I had way too much and is so unhealthy.

Sometimes... I really want to go back to Jamaica.

Always... I love feeling the way we did when we were there for our honeymoon.



The Newlywed Game



Last week, Megan posted that she was going to do a link up of the Newlywed Game this week. Being newlyweds and in that "in love" stage, I thought it would be fun to join in.

The rules are simple...

You answer the five questions below and have your husband (or significant other) answer the same questions and put it into a post. Here are the questions:

1) What do you think my best quality is?

2) What would be your ideal date with me?

3) What was your first impression of me?

4) What is your favorite memory of us?

5) What do you see for us in the future?

So, without further adieu, here are our answers...

My answers:

1.
My husband's best quality is his kindness and compassion for others. He is very selfless and always wants to help others. It's amazing to me how much he does this without complaining.

2.
My ideal date with him would be going out to do some sightseeing around different towns/cities. I love being out with him experiencing new things.

3.
My first impression of him was...interesting. We met on the internet and his profile was great. The first picture I saw was really good, but then I saw another picture where it was less than ideal. It was so nerdy! I seriously thought he put up a before/after shot haha!

My first impression of him in person was interesting too. We met at a baseball game and when he was walking up to me it looked like he was carrying a man purse! It was (fortunately) a camera bag with a long strap, but it was funny! He was very sweet, happy, and nervous that night.

4.
I have so many favorite memories of us. I loved our first date in D.C., our wedding, and our honeymoon. They are all special and stand out!

5.
In the future, I see us buying a house, having kids, and living our lives together. I see us being happy and loving one another more throughout the years.

His answers...
1.
Your best quality is your compassion for others.

2.

A good date would be eating dinner with you then laying down to watch a movie.

3.

I thought you were upbeat, spunky, and very well organized.

4.

It is hard to pick a favorite memory.  I could put one down but I think I would rather tell you later in person. ;)

5.

In the future I see a house, two kids, and a life time of wedded bliss. :)

As you can see, I literally copied and pasted his answers directly from the email I sent him! And yes, he knew this was for a blog!

Sewing for my Business

I love sewing. It's something that I started doing randomly a couple of years ago and really got into last summer. Once I decided that I enjoyed it so much, I made the decision to start up a business!

I started making and selling clutch purses online on my Etsy shop and mostly at craft shows. I get tons of compliments on them, but they're not a hot ticket item. They are, however, really cute.

I also made some quilted cosmetic bags and wristlets that didn't sell well at craft shows, but they were a hit with people I knew!

A custom one for the school I was working for.

Since those weren't selling too well, I started branching out and making fleece scarves and felt rosette hair pins for kids and boy did those sell!

Which got me thinking...maybe baby and kid stuff would sell better at craft shows! This got me into making some new things for the craft show at the end of the month like...

Customized burp cloths...

Pacifier Clips...

And bibs!

I'm hoping that these items will be much more received (and purchased) since the price point seems to be more of where people are comfortable spending.



So What Wednesdays

This week I'm saying SO WHAT! if....

• Yesterday was my birthday and other than the facebook comments, it felt like just another normal day. I wanted a low key day and asked my husband to not get me anything. All I wanted was to spend time with him on my birthday.
• I was super lazy the past two days. I had a crazy-busy weekend and was exhausted.
• I went on an interview last night. I love staying at home, but got contacted for a 2-day a week job. It didn't work out (on their end) and I knew from the beginning it was not something that would work out.
• I just started watching One Tree Hill on Netflix and I actually like it. 

Sometimes and Always #3

Since it's Tuesday, I'm linking up with Megan!

Sometimes... I plan so many things in such a short period of time.

Always... I end up exhausted the next day and get a day to just "rest".

Sometimes... I try to update my facebook status using my iPhone.

Always... it ends us changing some words to make it look like I can't spell!

Sometimes... I really miss teaching.

Always... I love being home and know that God is going to work some great things out with me being here.

Sometimes... I want to go for a walk with my husband in the evening.

Always... I either try and fail or am too tired.

Sometimes... I spend more money than I thought I was going to.

Always... I get a great deal with sales/coupons/money back for your next purchase!

Growing

Growing up in Southern California and living in Maryland is like two different worlds. I never thought that I would ever be living away from"home", in fact, I always thought that I would live down the street from my family.

I struggled while living on California. I struggled with not fitting in, whether it was with the partners or beach goers. I struggled with being able to afford my own place and finishing college. I also struggled with my faith and my relationship with my family.

I strongly believe that God allowed me to make the journey to the East Coast to help heal me from all of the pain I had been experiencing in California. My life now is completely different than my life used to be. I feel more at home and like this is where I'm supposed to be.

The Lord has blessed me south since moving out here and I am so thankful for that.

Saving Money Saturdays

Around here we really like saving money. We also really like for our apartment to be clean. Even if it has some clutter to it which never happens I am very particular that it must be "clean." I have no desire to turn into a hoarder and feel like I'm constantly picking up around the house.

One product that I absolutely love to use when cleaning is a carpet powder. I love that it makes my carpet smell clean and gives the apartment a fresh smell.

Carpet powder is relatively inexpensive, but I found out that by using the main ingredient baking soda you can save tons of money!

Baking soda will neutralize the odors and is super cheap. It is easy to find and works well for so much more than keeping your fridge clean!

To use baking soda as a carpet powder, lightly sprinkle your carpet with the baking soda, let it sit for 5 minutes, and vacuum. It's that easy and works so well!