Third the Turd

Week two was really the week that made the whole challenge for me, then my grandmother passed away and let's say lots went on that made easy excuses for not keeping up with my last week.  I completed the book and that is huge for me!  21 challenge accomplished, #24 crossed off.  Done and done.  And it feels good.

A Second for the Second Week

The red element was a tag from Eli's 'good things come in small packages' onsie.

2010 postage cancellation is from a Shutterfly advertisement I received with my printed Christmas cards.

Of course the eagle is from that American Eagle bag I mutilated.

This is the second week of my 21 day challenge. Wheew. The second week was the most enlightening. Like an ah-ha moment that put my entire life in perspective. Thank you week two. During the holidays was a true test of if I could really make it. Stick with something through the busiest times, sweetest, buttery-est, mashed potato-y times.

View week 1 here.
[Printable numbers from Creativity Prompt]



Week No. 1 or Weak One

Decided to go with book rings since this book will grow over the 21 days.  Used one of Heidi Swapp's stickers, LOVE THESE.

Part of an American Eagle bag.  Again, more Heidi Swapp stickers.  And my new fave printable place Creativity Prompt for these numbers I will be using throughout the book.

Inspired by Ali Edwards lines for journalling.

Again, inspired by Ali Edwards using junk mail and Elise Blaha Cripe for using security envelopes.

After taking Jessica Sprague's Inspiration class, used the pocket template for this cool shape.

From the gal who started it all, Rhonna's quote, a little inspiration printout to get my butt in gear.  Oooh and you can only imagine how excited I was when the postal worker gave me this package from American Eagle.  First it's a package, but then it's super groovy too.  Who cares about what is inside, I couldn't wait to use the ICAN again, AND it had the date and part of our box number on it, perfect!  Sometimes I wonder what life would be like if little things didn't amuse me.

And finally a little photo love of Stanford.  And yes, those are my boots Bonnie gave me.  The cows don't know what to do with such a fashionista!

21 ACTIVE Days

I am starting my own 21 day challenge.  I need to cross #24 off my list, too bad it wasn't #21 that would have been perfect.  I need to live a healthier life.  I want to create something daily and keeping this journal is the ticket.  Let me tell you I am lovin' not having my entire stash of supplies out here in Stanford.  Limited supplies awakens my creativity.  Love that.  Might keep with this limited theme for a while. 

I missed the boat for Rhonna's 21 day challenge, it just wasn't a good time for me, today is.  December 15th, 2010 I will do something active for 10 minutes a day.  Running a mile and a half in under 16:28, doing 18 pushups and 38 sit ups in a minute is the goal.  I HAVE to (the air national guard requires it).  I WANT to (I make healthier choices when I'm active).  I NEED to (I have been feeling like crap, mentally and physically).

This is the front cover of the book.  Not sure if I will use book rings or the bind it all (as both options are in Great Falls) to bind this little number.  The red and 'ICAN' is from an American Eagle bag and after slaughtering it I only had enough to cover a portion of the front.  I like it anyway, very 'Santa Baby'.  And I'm sure you are diggin' my green verigated shag in my new craft room, it's alright be to be jealous!

Today's goal: Run for 10 minutes outside without breaking my hip on the ice.  I am taking my ipod, a hat and gloves.  I will also be sure to keep on the main roads where the ice has melted so this doesn't end up being a one day challenge.  Gram is coming to watch my 'Santa Baby' during her lunch hour so I can run, see I even have a support group for this challenge!