Say it with fur...

...or something that looks furry. :) This kitty and pit bull are ready to help convey your 'I love you' message!

Nermy's Nifty Tips for the New Year

In honor of the New Year, Nermal has some nifty tips she would like to share to make 2009 a most enjoyable year.

#1) Stop and smell the roses...err rosemary. Doesn't matter what it is, just get out and enjoy life!

#2) Try something new. Tap dancing, pottery, singing- even eating onions! Make 2009 the year to NOT do the same old same old!

#3) Take a risk. Walk out on the high beams of life. You'll never know what you're capable of until you put it to the test. Balance is easy when you're on level ground.

Happy New Year! Here's hoping 2009 will bring you much love, joy, and peace.

I just can't decide!!

I've been searching Etsy for a Nermal's first cat collar and I just can't seem to make up my mind. I've narrowed my search down to two sellers, at least...Here's what I've got in my 'favorites' right now:
Just not sure which I like the best. Heck, I've even included a Canadian flag print and I'm not even Canadian! What tha tootie?

On a side note: Last week I thought that I had lost forever a special ring that my Dad and Step-Mom had given me as a gift. I was pretty bummed out, then I got a convo this morning...apparently the ring slipped off while I was packing orders and has traveled all the way to Massachusetts (it has just struck me what an odd word that is)! I am soo thankful that there are STILL honest people in the world. Go visit MadeByAshley over on etsy- she's got great jewelry and DEFINITELY deserves your business!

A New Arrival

In an effort to motivate myself to update this blog on a regular basis, I've decided to begin writing about the everyday stuff as well as my art work. SO...to kick things off, meet Merri-Rose!Merri-Rose was a surprize guest who arrived Monday night. She crossed a busy road, in the dark no less, and ran right up to me! Well, what was I to do I ask you? Apparently nothing short of giving her a name and a home. Well, she's cute, and we can always use another mouser around the barn. Besides, Sass(the feline matriarch) is getting older and she and Bea(another priss-pot cat) need someone to keep them on their toes.
This cold wind sure is blowing in the unexpected!
Speaking of wind...the currents brought some of the most beautiful hot air balloons over to the house Saturday night. I don't think I've ever seen so many participate in the rally before. It was great!

Just finished up a commission this weekend as well. A small figurine of a chihuahua puppy resting on some shoes. :)