Big Day

It was another big day here as this girl became a 2nd grader! I am very proud of her as she had to change schools with only 7 weeks to go in the year because of our move. Not only did she handle the situation with grace and aplomb, but she really soared. Way to go sweetie! (Yes, she does her own hair, so that is why it is so luxurious and well-styled. She gave up on me a long time ago.)


Now, we have about a week of free time before swimming lessons begins and four mornings a week are entirely devoted to chlorine.

And on a personal note, I was reading my June/ July Somerset Memories magazine and got to the end only to see Toodles looking back at me from its pages! A few of my layouts are being published in the August/September issue and they used her as a teaser for it. (Let me tell you, it worked! I'll be purchasing the next issue for sure!) It took me completely by surprise and it was thrilling to actually see one of my creations in print. I don't know what I'm going to do when the actual article comes out. Like what do I do if I see the magazine in the store? Should I open to my page and leave it carelessly in the rack? I have many scenes playing in my head and it causes me endless amusement just before falling asleep. And now you know how easily amused I am.