Fall

It is interesting that my last post was called Summer Time! I guess that says a lot about what has been going on in our lives; they are busy!

I awoke the other morning to hear the radio announcer state that, 'today is the first day of fall.' And I could not believe it! Mostly because the wonderful state of Arizona, especially Phoenix, does not demonstrate too well the changing season. But other things sure do! Anywhere you go these days you will see fall decorations, our bead store has gotten into the spirit of fall as well. Be sure the next time you are in the store to check out the fall themed display the Helen and Jan have done.

Another thing that fall brings to our store is the lovely, wonderful holiday inspired beading day (known previously as Holi

day Magic). Every year the ladies at the store put together a wonderful day full of classes, projects that inspire, and fun! And I can't forget the lovely Mary, our gracious host, who will ply you with cookies and hot cider. It is such a fun day, so stay tuned as to the date and make sure to join us this year.

So in honor of the first day of fall I started making some homemade craft pumpkins for our house. They sure add to the feeling of fall. I also whipped out my spice scented candles, ignored the blazing sun outside, and lit them for that feeling, and scent, of fall. Oh and don't forget to wear these pumpkin earrings!

Summer Time

Here in Arizona, summer, does not always have the same synonymous ring as it does in other states.  Summer to me, growing up on the west coast of Canada, meant the beach, swimming, and badminton on our front yard. 

While all of those things can still be attained (with a bit more effort) summer usually means mall walking, swimming (with mountains of sun screen on) and for me, beading!  As I like to tell those who constantly ask, how do you stand the heat?  I try to answer lightly, oh it's just a great excuse to stay inside and (enter here what you love to do inside).   Though I try to make it sound fabulous I have yet to convince anyone to come and visit during the summer months.  

But we Arizonians are tough.  We can withstand 110 plus temperatures like it is nothing.  We persevere when others wouldn't and I also have a sneaky suspicion the we are what keeps companies like Banana Boat in business.

So bring on the sunscreen (if you are braving the heat like me) and especially bring on those inside projects for when you need a break from the outside 'hair dryer'.