Thursday, February 02, 2012

Show and Tell Friday!

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Welcome to Show and Tell Friday!  I have nothing new to share this week because once again I ran out of time! I feel like I have less time now that I'm not working than I did when I was working 40 hours a week! I don't know how that could be! 

I have been out enjoying this beautiful weather we have been having. I think it was 70 degrees today! I've been going for daily hikes and enjoying going out to lunch with my daughter.  I'm finally getting use to not working...it took about a month to get in the groove of it!  

I'm still looking for a job and luckily I've been getting some interviews! I'm just going to continue to enjoy this little "vacation" that I have for now and hopefully the right job will come along soon!  I'm afraid if I stress out too much I'll look back at this time I have off and wish I would have enjoyed it more!  The worrying will not do any good and I'm doing everything I can to find a job and I have to just stay positive about it! Luckily there are a lot of job openings that I apply for each day! I've applied to over 100 positions! I actually keep a spreadsheet of all the jobs I've applied for! 

This week I'm sharing a mosaic I did awhile ago. Things are starting to bloom around here a little early because the weather has been so warm.  I have a daffodil in my backyard that is about to bloom and I can see buds on my lilac bush! Spring is just around the corner!  I can hardly wait to have my roses blooming again but until then I can look at my old photos, like the one above!  

I also want to take this time to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to boyfriend Dan! Sunday is his birthday!  Happy Birthday Babe! The last 9 months since I've met you have been so wonderful!  You light up my life!


If you are joining in on Show and Tell Friday, please remember that your Show and Tell needs to be something from your home or garden.  If you would like to join in, please enter your name and leave your exact Show and Tell blog post link, not just your blog link and as a common courtesy link back to my blog.

Thanks to all of you that join in every week! 


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46 comments:

Jennifer @ Town and Country Living said...

Thanks for hosting, and Happy B-Day to the boyfriend!

The Charm of Home said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy! Have a wonderful weekend!
Sherry

Susan Freeman said...

Hi Cindy! I know what you mean about running out of time. It happens to me all of the time, but it's even worse when I am not working. Happy Birthday to your boyfriend and thank you for hosting.

Hugs,
Susan and Bentley

Trish - Mom On Timeout said...

Thanks so much for hosting Cindy! The right job WILL come at the right time - hang in there!

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Glad you are getting a chance to enjoy the pretty weather! It was 70 degrees here today also! :-) Thanks for hosting!...hugs...Debbie

d e l i g h t said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy! Love your mosaic and the beautiful flowers. They look so cheery! Happy Birthday to Dan!

Jen Beaudet said...

Hi Cindy! That's great that your getting more interviews! You have the right philosophy, though;enjoy this time. I'm so glad spring is coming! Good luck and thank you so much for hosting this!
Jenniferxx

Cottage and Broome said...

Cindy, good luck with the job hunting, I will hold a good thought for you, job hunting is hard. I feel like my post could blend right in this your collage. The collage is so pretty. Thanks for hosting again this week, Laura

Debbiedoos said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy! Good luck on your job search. I know something good will come along. Happy Birthday to your boyfriend too.

Carlene @ Organized Clutter said...

Good luck on your job search. Thanks for hosting a great linky party!

Kathy said...

Hello Cindy, It is lovely here too - nearly 70. We have a lot of daffodils, saucer magnolia, forsythia and snowbells blooming - love this time of the year. I hope you find just the right job very soon. Enjoy your 'vacation'.
Thanks for hosting,
Kathy

Beverly @ My Sew Sweet Studio said...

I always enjoy seeing your beautiful photos of your home, even if I have seen them before, I can always spot something I haven't noticed.
We are having some nice weather too. Good you are able to get out and enjoy it. Thanks for being the perfect hostess once again.

Dixie said...

Cindy... I always enjoy beautiful photos of your roses... thanks for re-sharing them with us today...

the job hunt... ugh! I was in your same position about 9-years ago... and was "between jobs" from June 1st to October 15th... It seemed like a long time... I decided it was a "job" looking for a job! Looks like you're doing the same... keep sending out those resumes... some smart hiring manager will realize a jewel has just landed in his office and sweep you up before you have a chance to get away!

blessings. Dixie

ps... Happy Birthday Dan...aka "Babe"... (wink-wink)

Unknown said...

Thank you so much for hosting!
Happy Birthday to your fella!
Kerry at HouseTalkN

Elsie said...

Cindy I could look at your pictures over and over again. They are so beautiful. Your roses are always gorgeous. I am glad you are enjoying your time off and yes you better. After you get a job you may not get time off for a while. I bet Lauren is enjoying her time with you. Happy Birthday to Dan, hope he has many more. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Rosemary@villabarnes said...

Thanks so much for hosting.

Abby M. Interiors said...

Thank you for hosting. All the best wishes with your job hunt!

Anonymous said...

happy birthday to Dan= So glad you found him- I remember all the dating stories you told us when you started dating again!

thanks for the party!
mary

Heirloom treasures said...

DAughters are gems are they not? I think it's lovely that you have the chance to take lunch with her. Enjoy every moment while you have the time,because you will get a job soon.
xx jeanetteann

Barbe @ Beez Rental Designs said...

Hi Cindy, this is my first time linking and joining in as I couldn't figure it out! lol Thanks for having this event, I've found so many interesting blogs and I so love your style and design. By the way, I knew your collage was reminding me of something so I went and checked my china hutch! Yep, low and behold, I have tea cups and saucer in the blue/white set you have in the middle pic of your collage. They are the only pieces I have, found at thrift, but I just loved the pattern. I'll post a pic later this afternoon.
Barbe

Shannah @ Just Us Four said...

Thanks for hosting!

Rebekah Greiman said...

Happy Friday morning to you! I linked up:
YUMMY Bread Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and a Free Bachelor Bingo game that makes watching a silly reality show much more fun! Thanks for hosting the party once again. Have a great week!
Rebekah-www.potholesandpantyhose.com

Unknown said...

Hey! Question! Is there a way I can delete one of my post links? I don't like the way the thumbnail looks and wanted to try a different image. I don't see where I can delete it, so I can re-post it. Is this possible??

Scribbler said...

Thanks for hosting, as always. I like your attitude about the job hunt. You are doing all you can do, so make the most of the time off! It is warm here too, stuff blooming everywhere!

Curtains in My Tree said...

Well you have a lot going on ,wonderful weather a happy Birthday boyfriend and mini vacation
Things are good

amy@winecountrymama said...

Thank You for hosting the linky this is my first time here. It is beautiful!

Jan@southernjunkin' said...

Thanks for hosting! Drop by for a visit sometime! And a happy birthday to the sweetie!!

Little Bit said...

Thank you for hosting! love all the roses, I can almost smell them! Little Bit from DecorateWithaLittleBit.com

Shirley@Housepitality Designs said...

Beautiful images of the romantic china..Thanks for hostings as always...Have a wonderful weekend

Shannon Fox said...

It is incredibly smart of you to be taking this time for yourself and to be with your daughter… life is short. Enjoy it! Soak it in. Happy birthday to your life lighter ;) Have a great weekend!

A Cozy Cottage in the City said...

Hi Cindy,

It has been warm here in SoCali, hasn't it?!?! Good luck on your job hunting - I'm sure you will find one that you love soon!

Well thanks again for hosting such a fab linky party - it's a pleasure joining in! Oh and Happy Bday to Dan!!!


XOXO's,
Jessie

Anonymous said...

Thank you for hosting!

The Hell on Heels Housewife said...

Thank you for hosting! New to your site...loving it! Looking forward to following you!
Maggie

Sarah said...

thanks for hosting! And happy birthday to your main squeeze!

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Thanks for hostessing this fun event, Cindy. Happy Bday to your special friend, and good luck on your upcoming interview!!!

Unknown said...

Thanks for hosting!

Barbe @ Beez Rental Designs said...

Hi Cindy! I featured you in my newest topic, "When You Can't Paint the White Walls"! It's about learning to decorate around white walls. I truly believe you have the best examples of painted furniture I've ever seen which is another good way to bring color in a room. I placed a link in the post leading to your blog but did not use your photos. Thanks again for your inspiring blog.
Bee

Peggy~PJH Designs said...

Thanks for hosting Cindy!

Victoria said...

Happy Birthday to your man! I think your attitude is great and I know the perfect job for you is out there:) We're all pulling for you!

Jan said...

Help! can you help me edit the title of number 457? I should never try to multitask. I need it to say: Start a Friendship Chain

Thanks! Jan

yogapaws said...

haven't been on your site for awhile.
Sorry- you are lost your job. Finding a new one is very time consuming. Good luck and best wishes...& remember sometimes the blessing is not getting the job you really wanted- you will be available for something (unexpected)& better.

Anonymous said...

You should rename this blog, "Show and Tell Fridays".

~elaine

air conditioning repair Sunrise said...

I have been reading and showing a lot of stuff about it. but it is different presented, i loved to read this. keep it up.

Lee Caroline - A World of Inspiration said...

I absolutely love the tulips, they are the same colours of the roses in my latest oil painting I am just starting, pink and white.

Thank you for letting me link up, I have shared my valentines pavlova recipe today.

I do hope you have luck getting a job, its hard in New Zealand too, my son has a degree and has not been able to get a job for nearly two years.

I love looking at all the links on your show and tell, sometimes I get carried away for hours!

Lee

Linda said...

Cindy, Cindy, Cindy!
Your flower mosaic is absolutely remarkable, so stunning, gorgeous, uplifting, a feast for the eyes.... I think it should be a desk calendar so that we can all have an opportunity to purchase and enjoy it every day of the year. Forget the job and start printing your photos! Lol Etsy here we come...
Hugs,
Linda at Beautiful Ideas

dscott said...

I have been hoping for weeks to finally hear the great news that you are back to work. Congratulations. I hope it is everything you hope it is! Dianne