Fed Up

Things with me have still been busy and while I have been ticking lots of jobs off my list, I am feeling a bit down in the dumps. Is it the weather? So many people seem to be having a bad time lately. Would a bit of sun cheer us all up?

My cold is really sticking around and yesterday I stole a few hours on the sofa with the duvet. I was trying to paint but when I lean forward I get sinus pains :( I felt very guilty about it but it was lovely just to watch telly and cuddle up with Morten (and eat a crisp sandwich)

Maisy has been making goodbye cards for her teachers while i have been preparing the memory books for the teachers. I love this purple flower she drew. She has been a bit emotional this week. I think leaving primary school is quite a hard thing for her. A trip to see Ice Age 4 and a large popcorn at the cinema may be in order!

On a more positive note, I received an email from the lady who ordered the family picture and she really loved it. Phew! As a result I have 2 more orders which is great. I also made a picture for a friend who has a baby called Morgan. Cute name!

Jamie and I are off to see that film about the end of the world this afternoon. I can't recall it's name but I know it stars Keira Knightley! Despite the topic it is supposed to be heart warming. Let's hope it does the trick!

Happy weekend xx

Just In Time

Phew!
One family picture containing...

1. Husband wearing a Man City shirt
2. Wife who is mad about netball
3. Son who is a lifeguard
4. 2 teenage daughters who love to party
5. Youngest daughter holding her guinea pig
6. Golden Spaniel with red collar
7. Black and white cat

Sometimes I find it tricky to make a picture I actually like when the details are so specific but I am really pleased with this one. I am just off out into the rain to deliver it. I hope she likes it!!

Weekend

Sunday night already!

This weekend has whizzed by and I am feeling a little frazzled. The fair went ok, it was very quiet though which was disappointing. I did make a profit but felt a bit fed up about making all that stuff and then bringing so much of it home again. Oh well.

Our little night away cheered me up. We had a lovely walk on the sea front before we looked back and saw how black the sky had become! Morten enjoyed our night in the flat although he had us awake at 2am and then at 6am. He was trotting around and his claws made an annoying tapping noise on the Lino.

After another beachy walk this morning, it was back home to get on with my painting for the family picture. Another busy, busy week ahead and I seem to have ANOTHER cold! Either that or the one that hadn't quite gone yet has reactivated. FED UP!

All Set

I have just finished adding labels to the paper carrier bags for the fair tomorrow. I don't think it will be very busy, the weather is shocking!

I will be at school to set up my stall very early as I have promised to help the PTA making sandwiches to sell in the cafe. As soon as I get home Jamie and I are driving to the seaside (I know this might seem strange with the current climate) to have a walk on the beach followed by a cosy night in his Mum's flat. We have packed a selection of Woody Allen flicks and the flat is above a fish and chip shop so that will be us sorted!

Big!

Here is what has been filling my time!

The rehearsals for the school production are well under way. I have been watching as I paint and it is already fantastic. Maisy is loving it and can't wait to perform for us. She is normally quite shy and quiet but this is bringing out the best in her. It is lovely to see her so happy.