That's the forecast around here. How about you? I actually enjoy not leaving the house for days on end. Been doing lots of baking and crafting....and I've just now begun to think about the nursery and what I want to do in there. So far, all I've done is order a chandelier!
I apologize for being so late in announcing the winners of the drawing. Geez, I totally lost track of time, and I feel terrible. We've had a lot going on here. Sadly, my father-in-law passed away and we spent a week out of town being with family and attending the funeral in Massachusetts. Very sad. I feel sad for my husband who has lost both parents. He seems too young to have lost them both already. We do have a lot of good memories of him, however, and find comfort in knowing he was well taken care of in his final years with Alzheimer's. Even though we knew it was only a matter of time, it doesn't make it any easier when the day finally comes.
Anyway, enough gloomy stuff.....Now, without further delay, the winners of the WWC magazine drawing are: Leah Cockrum and Tricia Samsal! Hooray for the winners! It's always so fun to win.
Thanks so much to all of you stopped by and entered the drawing. It is so nice to feel your support and enthusiasm. I feel really lucky to "know" you all and to see the same friendly familiar names appear in the comments, right along with some new ones. As always, thanks for reading along here and walking this little path with me.
{I edited this post about 50 times. It just feels weird going from a death in the family to a giveaway drawing. But, I suppose this is life. You take the good with the bad and everyday the sun still rises, no matter what. You have to celebrate the joys amidst the sadness and keep a positive mind. After all, life is good.}
So sorry to hear of your family's loss Andrea. God's courage and comfort to you!
Posted by: Jen Day~sugaredsongbird | February 08, 2010 at 10:08 AM
Good Morning Andrea, Yes it is so strange moving from a death onto happy things, sometimes makes you feel a bit guilty. I always try to tell myself that each and every day is truly a beautiful gift straight from God, and to always love your family and friends each day as you never know how long you may have them around.
Anyways, I hope you have a sweet day.. filled with some precious memories, XOXO Tricia K. Johnson
Posted by: Tricia K. Johnson | February 08, 2010 at 11:09 AM
Sorry to hear of your family's loss Andrea. I'm glad your hubby has you and his family to wrap him in love as he processes it all. I'll be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Laura | February 08, 2010 at 11:16 AM
Andrea....I am so sorry for the loss of your Father IN Law. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a parent. Your family will be in my thoughts. Your blog is so beautiful, it always makes me smile....thanks for sharing the beauty.
xxoo Valarie
Posted by: Valarie Kraft | February 08, 2010 at 12:08 PM
oh andrea, I am very sorry for yours and george's loss, but I do agree with you amongst sadness, there can be joy!! Hope you stay warm!
xoxo, Tiffany
Posted by: Tiffany | February 08, 2010 at 01:02 PM
I am so sorry for your family's loss Andrea. oxox
Posted by: Maija Lepore | February 08, 2010 at 01:10 PM
So sorry for your loss.
Posted by: robin | February 08, 2010 at 03:29 PM
Our thoughts are with you and your family. Beautiful post.
Posted by: Jeni Carlson | February 08, 2010 at 03:55 PM
Dear Andrea...I am truly sorry about your father-in-law's passing. Please give my condolences to your hubby; it's good that you can find comfort in all the memories you have. Wishing you well...
Posted by: Leah C | February 08, 2010 at 04:40 PM
I'm so sorry to hear about your father-in-law...sending you and your family lots of blessings.
Posted by: Andrea - Faded Plains | February 08, 2010 at 05:52 PM
Andrea amor, I am so sorry for the loss of your father in law, you are right, even when expected losing someone you love so much is never easy. I hope everytime you all think of him, the wonderful memories that you have of him will fill your hearts with love and that you feel him all around you. Besos, Rose
ohh and congrats to your winners :)
Posted by: Rose | February 08, 2010 at 07:33 PM
Andrea, I'm so sorry to hear about your father-in-law. It's so hard to lose a parent, and even harder to have lost both.
I couldn't wait to see the new WWC, so I went and bought one the other day. Your room looks absolutely amazing! Gorgeous!!! And you look adorable too! Congrats!
Posted by: debi | February 08, 2010 at 08:20 PM
Andrea and George, sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one, even if you knew it was coming it still doesnt make it any easier as you say. My thoughts and wishes are with you . I'm sitting here in my bedroom with my cooler on high, in the lightest shirt and capri's I own with a large jug of ice water beside me trying to keep cool,here in Melbourne Australia its been around 38c again today, and im thinking that to be able to look out the front door at that snow right now would be just heaven. Enjoy it ! take care..
Posted by: Andrea Edwards | February 09, 2010 at 01:57 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are right, even when expected, it's still a shock. My FIL was ill for a long time, but it still came as such a shock when he died just days before our little girls first birthday. At least he got to see her, and made it to her Christening. I'm thankful for that.
Lucky, lucky winners :O) well done to them.
xx
Posted by: sadie | February 09, 2010 at 02:15 AM
Hi Andrea -- glad to see you back but sorry for your sadness. My husband lost his father in December, right before Christmas. I feel sad for him like you do for your husband but what makes me feel worse is the fact that I don't really know his sadness since I still have my dad.
We have the snow in Minnesota also. I work in a flower shop and this is a busy week so unfortunately I had to drive in it yesterday -- very dangerous. Today I get to stay home and my plans are to build a fire and do some knitting and baking and,,,, and,,,, laundry! Enjoy your day!
Posted by: jill | February 09, 2010 at 08:07 AM
I am sorry to hear about your Father in Laws passing. I think you are right when you say even though you know it is coming, it doesn't make it any easier. I hope peace for your husband and family.
Posted by: mo | February 09, 2010 at 12:19 PM
Andrea, I'm so sorry about your loss. We are never truly prepared for the loss of a parent.
I have the new WWC and your studio looks lovely!
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia | February 09, 2010 at 06:14 PM
Just stopped by and was sad to learn of your loss...may you find joy in the memories...and yes, your craft room is as my kids say "schweeet"...so pretty I think even I could create something in there!
Posted by: JerriR | February 09, 2010 at 07:54 PM
Andrea, sorry for your family's loss. I like your attitude that life is good and goes on though...you have a beautiful family to be content with and I'm sure that more than makes up for your husband's early loss of parents. He is a lucky man! So I hope he finds comfort in his memories.
And I got your WWC article and LOVE it! So happy for you..and of course you deserve to be in that fab magazine with that gorgeous space!
Wishing you all the creativity possible! I'm glad you've found your way back to doing what you love!
xoxo natalea
Posted by: natalea | February 10, 2010 at 06:35 AM
I'm so sorry to hear about your Father in law.
I always think of your post about *Thanks a give* when I hear any mention of Thanksgiving.
Posted by: Maria | February 10, 2010 at 09:46 AM
I am sorry for your family's loss. Treasure those good memories!
Posted by: Julie Boeck | February 10, 2010 at 01:21 PM
Congratulations to the winners! And, yes, that's life...it keeps on rolling right on over us through grief and pain and happiness and joy. You're doing great to keep up with it, Andrea. I'm sorry for your family's loss, but having had a grandmother with Alzheimer's, I know y'all are comforted in the fact that he no longer has to live like that.
Posted by: cheryl carey bass | February 28, 2010 at 11:41 AM