Fun Toys

If you know me, you know I play with my kid's toys. I hate buying them things I am going to hate playing with. I really like Playmobil. Here is a list of the 17 most inappropriate Playmobil toys out there....I am not sure I agree with them entirely, but it is fun to look at the list. Although I wouldn't buy Moe the knife throwing circus-act man. That kid doesn't need any help finding new and interesting ways to injure himself.

Hope everyone is having a great week! Karen

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Moe the Mess Maker!

When I got home (late in the afternoon) yesterday, here is what Mimi's room looked like:

Here is Moe's room:
He has become a small tornado. Everywhere he goes he makes a huge mess. I can't help but laugh. I guess it seems unimportant. I did make him shovel a path to his bed though...in case I ever need to get him out quick, I don't want to fall and break a leg!
Clearing the path wore him out!
Go make some messes!
~Karen

We have some winners!

The random number generator selected 1 & 13....So...
Adrienne and Lisa are the winners! Let me know what you would like!

Have a nice evening! I am off to bed. It was a long day here,,,funeral, etc...
;) Karen

People Are Good

Yesterday's post was before my aunt died.

When I posted the Mr. Rogers quote, I was thinking of Haiti. I was thinking of all the people in need of basic things I sometimes take for granted. I was thinking of all the generous people who have donated time, money, and/or effort to make things better.

People really are good. I believe that. Horrible things can happen and people do rise to the occasion. There are always a few jerks who blame the victims, but most people do have good hearts.

Yesterday my aunt died. And I had lots of "helpers" come to my aid. A friend delivered a bag of clothing so I could find something acceptable for the funeral. (I hardly have anything dressy anymore since having the kids! ) Another brought her baby over so I could hold her. A baby really does make things better! And many friends called to see how I was.

I have good friends! I thank you!
And I have lots of bloggy friends too! Thank you!
~Karen

Timeless Wisdom

"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.' To this day, especially in times of "disaster," I remember my mother's words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers -- so many caring people in this world."

--Mr. Fred Rogers

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Toothbrush Rugs & Random Stuff

I am working on a wool rug now. It's fun. I really enjoy this craft. It is a nice break from crochet. The selvage on this wool fabric is brown, and I really like seeing it every now and again in the rug. I think it adds a coolness to it. This rug is for a friend. I hope they get years and years of use out of it. If you are interested in making one, they are not hard at all. You don't need much in the way of supplies. You can use about any kind of fabric...except 100% polyester. I tried that, and it curled up. I suppose if you were making bowls that wouldn't be an issue. Go here for a great tutorial!
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Here is a drawing Mimi made of us. I think it's funny. I look rather androgynous. (I am the one on the right.) It reminds me of that "Pat" character on SNL (in the '90's)!
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This is just plain funny. He looks neurotic! Ralphie only goes in his crate if he has something he knows he shouldn't have. Anything lost can be found here. He looks guilty! Haha! In fact, I see my green sock on the right in there. That rotten dog.
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Hope everyone is having a great week!
~Karen