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Apron

I just finished an apron, but Blogger has decided not to allow me to upload the photos tonight. In the meantime, if you'd like to see them, go to my Facebook album.

A Bit of an Update

I’m back! (For a short while anyway.)

Although headed in some new directions, I’m still wrapping up a bit of high school. Between high school graduation, my 18th birthday, and fellowship with friends from Texas, the end of May was rather jam-packed. I recently purchased a better camera, which means less frustration on my part and more photos for you.


This Tuesday I arrived home from Kentucky where I visited grandparents. More frequent trips up north may be in store due to several health challenges my grandfather is facing. On Sunday I’m leaving to spend two weeks as a mommy’s helper for a church family. Painting the house, learning skills from Domestic Day Camps, sewing for my Etsy shop, and studying for my England trip will fill up my time afterward. This fall I’m planning on enrolling in College Plus! with an English major in mind and teaching private piano and a beginning writing class.

Blessings!
Ana

I won't be able to participate, but I thought I would spread the word:

Fashion Giveaway

Christ Taylor is hosting a great giveaway for Eliza Magazine.

Culinary and Musical Delights

Check out my newest blog for culinary musicians:

Gastronomic Improvisations

Modesty Carnival...It's Here!

My First Blog Award

I must admit this took me aback.
1) I've never received one
2) I've nearly disappeared from posting on my blogs lately.

However, I must offer a bouquet of gratitude to dear Bria, one of the precious lights of that dear valley in Ashville. I now offer this award to some of my friends who have done a much more admirable job lately to their faithful readers:

Jessica:
Because you never fail to give me something to laugh about, to show me another corner of God's wonderful world, or to reawaken the wonder and joy of friendship.


Tiffany:
You're a bit calmer version of why I love your sister's blog. Your beautiful photography and extractions of the simple beauty of home life are an "eye in the storm."

Jasmine:
Because we were separated at the hospital! But, also because of your God given gift for communicating truth so clearly and beautifully.

Jocelyn:
You work so hard all the time to change the world for Christ. You are truly a doer, not simply a hearer of the Word.

Kayla:
You're new on the blogsphere, but I've known you, well, all my life. From trampolines and baby dolls, to sleeping under the aunt's picture at Grandma's, to guys and growing up, it's been an interesting road together as cousins.

Alyssa and Christine:
Because of your wonderful work for the body of Christ. You're doing "hard things" half way around the world, but sometimes I feel like ya'll are right next door.

Sarah Jane:
I don't have to tell you why. Just kidding! You're mission in life is to make me laugh, and you do an awesome job of it.
Elise: the Editrix
Because of your love for art and literature and your very own, lovely, every-day-way of sharing it.

The Boyd Ladies:
Because of your delightful presence every Sunday and your clear, simple way of explaining the skills and joys of home.

Mrs. Fanning:
Because of your amazing skill at making me laugh at almost everything that happens at your house.

Here's the rules:

Thank the person who awarded you, and then award 10 people and link their blog to their name. Then tell the person they received an award.

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I promise I will eventually come back around to posting on a more regular basis (I have a project up my sleeve I hope to reveal next week). In the meantime, you'll be more likely to find me on twitter and Facebook, just check out the sidebar to find me there.

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The Latest in Blog Designers

Two new Blog design services recently arrived on the blogosphere:



My history blog was recently redone by Deep South Blog Design. They provide classic and historically inspired backgrounds.



Deep South has also started Girls Just Wanna Have Blogs for their more feminine masterpieces.

Calling All Etymology Enthusiasts and Literature Lovers!

Check out my new blog:

Words Aplenty:
The Expanding of a Vocabulary...365 Times Over

Dream Coming True

Read about a dream coming true for me and how you can help.