But lately I find myself really missing London and all the diversions. It's so different here ( trying not to complain but compare) with things not right out my front door. Plus the heat inhibits me. Sorry. That's the truth. I'm just not a hot weather person. I'm longing for the cold and often check the temps in places I know it'll be cold! Weird huh?
I'm hoping for the new year to get downtown more. There are still all the museums to explore. It's just not as fun doing these things solo. At least people with kids and babies have that, a travel partner. There has been a new influx of people here so maybe a travel buddy will emerge. I may have to "humble" myself, and buddy up with a mom who has little ones. Eek. The thought is not thrilling. But needs must, eh?
Christmas brought me a new toy: Hubby bought me a Silhouette cutting machine. While I am NOT a scrapbooker or card maker, This little gem will aid me in some crafts. I can cut vinyl for wall decor (signs. You know I love my signs), stencils for glass etching, fabric appliques should I chose to do so, or paper cuts. This is now my new diversion. I do have to say I am disappointed in the lack of a manual. They tell you how to plug it all together but there is not real guidance on usage. So I spend a lot of time online watching tutorials on Youtube and blogs. This is not making Hubby too happy and I think he may be regretting his choice. I need to do all this while he's at work I suppose.
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| little sample I did while learning...nothing great, but it gives you an idea |
Next month I head back to the States for a month in the cold. I am very excited as I will be staying with the Girls and doing the annual trip to the Caribbean. Nothing like girlfriends to tell you the truth, laugh at all the craziness in your life and just be there if you need strength or support. I'm really looking forward to it.
Congrats on going into the third year of your blog!!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, it has been fun for this arm-chair-traveler to "virtually" experience an excellent variety of foreign lands and get to know them through your eyes, ears and taste buds ;)
KEEP CALM & BLOG ON
(corny, I know, but it had to be said)
-Your Sis Hol
LOL Hol. That is cleaver! Wow, congrats Heidi - 3 years of blogging? I hadn't realized that. I totally agree with Holly. I love opening your blog and living somewhat vicariously and realistically (London) through your words and pictures of these marvelous places. I sit here in my drab office cubicle and am transported to a world outside of UCR, and it's truly wonderful to be taken away! You are very blessed to be able to live a life of adventure - God's adventure for you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing - and "Keep on keepin' on"!
Love ya - Big Sista