Category Archives: Dogs

A Month of Challenges – Day 4 (December 4)

Posted on December 4, 2012 by gracieed

I continued decorating today, but also took time out to go to the movies with some friends. My December Daily picture and journal entry will be how I went to see the movie, Life of Pi, today.  They stayed really … Continue reading →

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A Month of Challenges – Day 3 (December 3)

Posted on December 3, 2012 by gracieed

Today I began decorating.  Man, how I’ve missed this.  I love going through the boxes of ornaments and strolling down memory lane.  It’s been so long since I did this, I’ve forgotten about many of the items we have.  This … Continue reading →

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A Month of Challenges – Day 2 (December 2)

Posted on December 2, 2012 by gracieed

Today reminded me that we can plan like crazy, imagine how events are going to unfurl and still we can be pleasantly surprised with how life unfolds. My December Daily picture and journal entry will be the story of being … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 16 – Pet Name Tag

Posted on November 16, 2012 by gracieed

Shrinky Dinks are on my list of the best inventions EVER.  Along with Mod Podge, glitter and Post-it Notes, I think Shrinky Dinks are a marvel.  So you shouldn’t be surprised why today’s pin caught my eye.  The tutorial linked over to Martha Stewart … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 15 – Recipe Holder

Posted on November 15, 2012 by gracieed

I spotted this pin a while ago on the Good Weekly blog and actually made ‘my version’ for a dog-themed Pinterest party.  I decided to make it again today as a Christmas gift for a dog-lovin’ friend.  You’ll notice that … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 14 – DIY Mini Paper Sacks

Posted on November 14, 2012 by gracieed

Every now and then Ellie and Woody have friends stay over and this Christmas I wanted to them to know we were thinking of them by giving them a little gift.  And what do all dogs want for Christmas???  Treats!!!! … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 2 – Sockee Poo

Posted on November 2, 2012 by gracieed

It’s not often that I get to combine two of my loves:  dogs and knitting.  I discovered this pattern for Doggie Poo Bag Pouches that uses sock yarn.  As I alluded to in a previous post, I have a bunch … Continue reading →

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31 Days {Day 29} || Committing to Change – The Finish in Sight

Posted on October 29, 2012 by gracieed

Almost to the end of 31 days and I wanted to do a recap of the past 28 days. So let’s review: Day 1:  Intro Day 2:  No-Wheat.  So far so good.  I have lost 2 pounds and 2 inches from … Continue reading →

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31 Days {Day 11} || Committing to Change – Walking my Dogs

Posted on October 11, 2012 by gracieed

People who know me might think today’s post is odd.  “You’re committing to walk your dogs?”  “Don’t you do this 40 times a day?” It occurred to me that it’s important every now and then to reflect and think about … Continue reading →

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