I WAS TAGGED....kinda like I was framed!

For those of you who blog, being tagged is a familiar thing...and for those of you that don't know what it is...it is when another blogger tags you and requests that you tell 7-10 unusual or weird things about you that people might be surprised to know.  Wellllll, I was tagged awhile back by Heather of Jeweled Elegance. I have taken my dear sweet time on this, but recently Debra reminded me that I had been tagged...and she had no problem making a list for me, after I shared with her that I did not know what to put!  This week, I received an email from Debra and here are a few of the things on her list and a few from mine:

You might be surprised to know:

1)  I eat Hot Tamales Candies when I get stressed, there is just something about the fiery cinnamon taste and that chewy quality that help me defuse!

2) I HATE to clean house, I would much rather rearrange the furniture, or totally undo a room, than clean it.  My best projects come out of my attempts to clean house....I am easily sidetracked!  Could be Adult A.D.D.??!?

3) I have some really amazing, I mean miraculous God stories that absolutely confirm that He does exist and he watches over me, again and again.  I could tell you stories of God's provision in my life and you would be amazed.  Thinking I might start a second blog to tell these on! Need a little encouragement or renewed faith??? Just let me know!!

4) On the weekends, I like to run away.  By this I mean that I like to not answer the phone, not get dressed in real clothes, not put on makeup, not make any plans and just stay at home for two complete days!  I think this comes from dealing with so many people during the week and having to be "on" all day every day...who wants a grumpy designer, you must be upbeat and happy because you want them to enjoy the experience...and that is not hard, because I love my work and my clients!!! But on the weekends, I love to sleep in, stay up late, cook a huge breakfast for my son and I on Saturday and Sunday...watch movies with him and spend time creating in my studio...I love the idea that for two days I can do anything I want and not worry about a "to do" list!

5) My absolute favorite things to paint are roses...Yes ROSES!  I have painted hundreds of them. My first art teacher ( Mrs. Franks my oil painting teacher) used to tell me that it was like painting a teacup on a saucer...did not make much sense back then, but after much practice...oh my gosh! She is so right!!! And I love to paint them, grow them, have a vase full of them or see vintage paintings of them...just adore roses!

6) Over 20 years ago, I owned a retail store with my Mother. It was called Return To Romance Antiques and Gifts.  We enjoyed it very much until I had my first child and wanted to just be at home with her...then I closed the shop and did the antique shows monthly.... still see and talk to many of my customers from that time in my life!

7) My favorite meal is a big bowl of pasta...or a plate of cheese and crackers and some almond stuffed olives!  None of which is very healthy! A glass of really good Cabernet goes well with either!

8) I have survived a divorce, major surgery, the death of my father, returning to full time work and so much more over the last 6 years.  I have also watched my daughter graduate from high school, leave for college and my son enter high school and become a full fledged teen....all of these things have led me to pray diligently and find everything I need in God my father!  There is nothing that God can't get you through!!

9) The reason I paint is that it absolutely clears my mind of all things...it is probably what some people achieve when they meditate, it is a totally relaxing, energizing experience for me. I refer to it as my amazing grace-painting!!!

10) My best and worst addiction is art supplies!!!  I tease my kids by telling them that I will turn my whole house into a studio when they are all gone and make my little studio out back into my cottage to live in!  I can never have too many art supplies, who doesn't find absolute joy in tubes of paint and a few new paint brushes????  There is nothing better to me!!

O.k., there, I did it...now I tag Debra (oh yes!) and Cari....it is your turn!!!  Can't wait to read your list!!! And Heather, so sorry it took me so long to do this...not sure if the above things are weird enough...but I live a pretty calm life nowadays!!! 

What ??? You want to know what this is?? Closer to the beginning of our start in blogging, we hosted an ART DOLL ROUND ROBIN...this is Kecia's (from www.lemoncholy's.blogspot.com) finished art doll.  If you go back to our older post you can see how this all started and the beginning photos of each doll.  Now I think only one doll is still being worked on and then we can post a pic of it. Here is a pic of Kecia and Cari's finished doll:

Then there is a pic of the three finished dolls...let me see if I can find one of Deb's doll too

Here is three of the finished dolls sitting on my living room shelf.

I need to get a finished photo of Deb's (remember she was pregnant then) , this is right after I had her and she has since had lots more added!  Well, that's it for a late Saturday night, woops, early early Sunday morning post! Hope your weekend has been filled with relaxing and spending quality time with your family!!-post by Sandra

Comments

[Bejeweled]

Oh, that is just a wonderful list!! I had a really hard time with mine too - it took me forever :) I love your #4 and #5 and I am so with you on #10! So glad you joined in the tag - they can be super fun and people get to learn a little more about you :)

And what fabulous art dolls! How gorgeous they all ended up! Each one with their own personality and style!

[Cari Shell]

These are all the reasons why I love working with you and having you as a friend. You are such an inspiration to us all!!! Love ya~ Cari

[Debra Johnson]

LOVE them!!! See, I knew you had great stuff:) Loved reading them!!
* Not loving that you tagged me...*hmm, so much for doing a friend a favor - hehe!

XX DJ