tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71693936335254680822024-03-12T20:04:06.761-07:00Lovely Little GesturesKrissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-48955141633620608242013-05-12T06:19:00.001-07:002013-05-12T06:19:46.544-07:00The Girl (Who Waited)Happy Mother's Day!<br />
As disappointing as this is, I have had some strange allergic reaction to something lately and will be spending today on a facetime call with momma. Luckily, I got this one finished right on time! (I try very hard to be a "do not wait until the last minute" type of person) My momma is a huge doctor who fan so I thought I'd make one of our favorite themes from the show.<br />
The Girl Who Waited<br />
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She is made entirely of felt and is 9" in diameter on an embroidery hoop.<br />
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What shows are your family totally obsessed with?Krissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-27770958737007148312013-04-21T20:16:00.001-07:002013-04-21T20:17:02.980-07:00And They Lived Happily (Ever After)Tristan (my boyfriend) and I have been completely obsessed with Once Upon A Time. Like, watching four or five in a row type of obsession.<br />
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This show is perfect. I adore the characters, I love the fact it's all based off my favorite fairytales. </div>
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Beauty and the Beast and I have a deep, meaningful relationship.</div>
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SO in honor of my new favorite show, I thought it would be fun to show my favorite storybook themed listings on Etsy.</div>
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This cup listed by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/111804784/rumplestiltskin-and-belles-chipped-cup?ref=tre-2721707271-1" target="_blank">pixeledpink on Etsy</a> is a most perfect replica of Rumpelstiltskin's cup on the show.</div>
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Don't these cookies by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/125209334/12-disney-belle-mrs-potts-chip-sugar?ref=tre-2721707271-2" target="_blank">BakeMyDayCookies on Etsy</a> just look adorable and delicious?</div>
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Grumpy (or Dreamy, depending on your version of the story) is such a wonderfully complex character. This necklace by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/115476431/snow-white-the-seven-dwarfs-on-timber?ref=tre-2721707271-3" target="_blank">hgforeverstar on Etsy</a> is adorable!</div>
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Papercut art is so beautiful. This piece by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/120832551/snow-white-papercut?ref=tre-2721707271-4" target="_blank">StudioCharley on Etsy</a> is gorgeous!</div>
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Look how cute these amigurami dolls from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/105123503/disney-princess-handmade-amigurumi?ref=tre-2721707271-5" target="_blank">Amigurami4u on Etsy</a> are!</div>
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If I ever have a daughter, you better believe this piece from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/125005099/cinderella-carriage-nursery-large-table?ref=tre-2721707271-6" target="_blank">ShabulousChandeliers on Etsy</a> will be in her Disney themed bedroom<3</div>
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I will absolutely be adding this apron from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/125406174/apron-belle-apron-womens-full-costume?ref=tre-2721707271-7" target="_blank">loverdoversclothing on Etsy</a> to my apron collection</div>
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These shoes<3 SO cute from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/120401800/custom-hand-painted-sleeping-beauty?ref=tre-2721707271-8" target="_blank">AshtonAtelier on Etsy</a></div>
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Absolutely beautiful necklace by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/99782812/cinderella-carriage-pendant-charm?ref=tre-2721707271-9" target="_blank">TheSpiralGoddess of Etsy</a></div>
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A wonderful Henry's book replica by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/99788832/once-upon-a-time-necklace-henrys-book-v1?ref=tre-2721707271-11" target="_blank">JegasCreations on Etsy</a></div>
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Please tell me I'm not the only one head over heels with this show right now.</div>
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Her exact request was "Batman riding my cat holding a Sonic Screwdriver." Awesome.<br />
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And he wanted Link and Navi from Legend of Zelda<br />
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And there they are! They absolutely loved them:)<br />
Paintings made specifically for someone are my favorite, I love commission paintings!<br />
They can all be found on my <a href="http://lovelylittlegestures.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy Shop</a>Krissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-823385997039579622013-04-15T16:20:00.001-07:002013-04-18T21:04:40.349-07:00Little White ElephantI absolutely love idioms and metaphors. My newest painting is based off one of my favorites "White elephant in the room"<br />
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And something new I've started, every purchased painting comes with a matching finger puppet!</div>
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On sale now on my <a href="http://lovelylittlegestures.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> shop now.<br />
Come see!</div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Every time I want to paint, I follow the same routine.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Get my coffee.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Pull out my paints and brushes.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Put a pillow on the floor, start up some Florence and the machine, and sit.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And there are times I do this and I know exactly what I want but then there are times where I just have no idea. We've all been there. </span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Here are some ways I beat those nasty no clue blues. I hope they help!</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And this could mean your backyard or it could mean exploring the city. When you see the same things everyday, you become immune to what creativity those items may spark. That's why, sometimes, just staying in my room isn't enough to inspire me. I have to go exploring! Vintage stores are so much fun because they're always full of surprises.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And even when you're on an intense budget (guilty!) it's still nice to look around.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">So grab a magnifying glass and explore your front yard</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Go to the park and watch the puppies play</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Go to Starbucks and people watch</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Because when you're inspired by something you never really took the time to see before, I promise it will be one of your best ideas yet. Speaking of best ideas:</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Not everything you do will be a masterpiece. I have a giant pile in my closet of paintings that just didn't work for me. Here's the thing, when you create with the intention of showing others, it puts a lot of pressure on you. And pressure does not spark creativity. So paint (or dance or sew or knit or bake or...) like no ones watching! </span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">This thing that you're making, it's yours. And whether it turns out better than Mona Lisa or worse than kindergarten chicken scratch (which is actually one of my favorites. So cute!) it is your choice whether to show others. Don't let that pressure you.</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">You are interesting and dynamic and original. So it stands to reason that if you paint something out of life, that thing will be too!</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Do you sew purses? My life right now is very much flowers and foxes. So I would maybe make a bright yellow purse with a fox embroidery.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Do you write? Start with a story of you and your brother having a one hour conversation starting at where to eat and somehow escalating to whether or not Charlie sheen could pull off a monocle.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And if nothing interesting pops into mind, what do you want to do that day?</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Do you want to go to an old World War 2 exhibit at the museum? That could make for some creative jewelry ideas.</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Do you wish your dreams of being an astronaut weren't crushed by NASA? That may make some great photography. </span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"> She is quoted to have said </span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">"I paint self portraits because I am the person that I know best." </span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">And I think that is incredibly beautiful. So work with what you offer! After all, no one knows you better and you know no one better than yourself.</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">I am a very nostalgic girl so my absolute favorite thing is pictures. I have stacks of old pictures, folders and folders in my computer of new ones. There’s nothing I love more. </span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">So I think of my favorite memories:</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">That time I went to California by myself and made new friends</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">That time I went to Disney with my family</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Mine and my boyfriend’s very first day</span><br />
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<br />Krissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-14876301246287688912013-04-03T20:21:00.002-07:002013-04-10T08:20:22.296-07:00Lil' Wayne (Embroidery)Few things are better than Lil Wayne's lyrics.<br />
OKOKOK maybe I can think of a few things. But you have to give it to the guy, he has some incredibly clever puns.<br />
That, and he's my boyfriends favorite rapper.<br />
So, in honor of Lil Wayne, I made this guy<br />
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<li><span style="text-align: center;">Unf____ing believable, Lil Wayne da President.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-align: center;">When I was five, my favorite movie was the Gremlins. Ain't got f___ to do with this, just thought I should mention.</span></li>
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After a huge poll (way more people participating than expected), the answer was obvious.<br />
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So I drew up a little sketch.<br />
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And I got to sewing! I love the blue of the hoop (Bloods vs. Crypts, homie)<br />
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And finally, he's all done! Lil Wayne himself is actually made of felt sewn onto the embroidery fabric.<br />
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He was a lot of fun! And this certainly opens up a lot of doors (with my new found embroidery skills)<br />
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About a week ago, I received a commissioned painting request for "The scene in Batman where Bane breaks his back"<br />
Needless to say, I was SO excited for this one!<br />
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So I got started with a Sketch right away</div>
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And painted a background. I knew I wanted a dark background so I went with brown, green and red</div>
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Spent a lot of time on Bane's mask and muscular arms (I love that mask)</div>
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And now that Bane is finished, I can focus on Batman</div>
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I didn't want Batman to be a big, black blob so I added a lot of blues</div>
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And there you have it! This one was a lot of fun (HUGE Batman fan) and I love that I got to play around with the old comic book style "Krakt!"</div>
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My sincere love and devotion to Pinterest is a pretty recent thing, maybe 8 or 9 months. I heard people talking about it but I always thought it was a place to get funny pictures and memes (I’ll stick to Reddit for that.)<br />
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And then my friend told me about the recipes. SO. MANY. RECIPES.<br />
Then a few months back, my boyfriend and I decided to grocery shop and make everything at home. Before we started dating, he was a Wendys, chips and countless dr. pepper type of guy. Seriously, and he left them everywhere.<br />
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So we started to cook from home but what I was finding was that I was actually spending MORE money than us eating out all the time. There was just all this wasted food in our fridge. I had no idea how to plan a meal and shop accordingly.<br />
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I love lists, I would list my lists if there were a sliver of a benefit to doing so. And I decided to combine my two loves: Pinterest and List Making. This method has changed our lives for the better and I hope you can take some tips out of it as well!<br />
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Step One: Create three different boards<br />
Pinterest version of folders, the boards. You can name them anything you like and have as many as you like! And trust me, I have everything from my “dream home” board to “date night” but when it comes to food and meal planning, I find it helpful to be as organized as possible. I have three boards<br />
-Healthy Dinners<br />
-Special Treats <br />
-Weekly Dinners<br />
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Helpful Hint: There is a “Food and Drink” explore category but I find most recipes there are very unhealthy. This is good for my special treat board, but for my healthy dinners board, these will not do. I instead go to the “Health and Fitness” category. If you can get past all the pictures of abs, there are some great recipes here! And who knows, maybe all those exercise pictures will motivate me to get back into the gym!<br />
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Step Two: Pin your little butt off!<br />
I used any spare time I had to pin. Waiting for dinner to cook? Waiting for a doctors appointment? Boyfriend playing a single player video game? Perfect times to pin!<br />
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And trust me, this is a fun chore to have. Try to pin both main courses and fun sides as well. Just remember that as you’re pinning to “repin” to either healthy dinners or special treats. And as for weekly dinners...<br />
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Step Three: Weekly Dinners<br />
Once you have a decent amount of dinner ideas pinned, you can start on your weekly dinners board. Scroll through your two boards and choose five to seven meals that you think would be great for this week.<br />
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I always choose five because we almost always have leftovers and I don’t want to waste (such delicious) food. It also gives us flex room if we want to have dinner with friends or family. Try to think of how much time you have. Are there days where you’re super busy and a crockpot recipe might be easier? Is there a free time day in there somewhere where you can have fun with a new chicken pot pie from scratch recipe? Keep all this in mind while planning your weekly dinners.<br />
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Step Four: Make your grocery list<br />
For breakfast and lunches, we’re usually pretty plain. Sandwiches, oatmeal, leftovers, cereal. We find it’s cheaper, easier and it builds more excitement over our dinners! <br />
So here is an example of what my meal planning looks like:<br />
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Step Five: Shop!<br />
And I go shopping! I don’t keep a close eye on my spending because I know that as long as I stick to my list, it shouldn’t be too expensive and I know we will eat all of the food purchased.<br />
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I buy everything except meat that spoils quickly and I don’t like frozen (which is really any type of fish)<br />
Each meal has a number next to it. On the second page, I number the ingredient based on the recipes that needs it. This way, if there is something that spoils (like asparagus) but it's not needed until Friday's meal, I'll know and won't buy it on a Monday.<br />
Every other meat I (try) to buy in bulk but they take up so much room in the freezer, I’m debating whether it’s worth it.<br />
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Step Six: Be a Master Chef (sort of)<br />
That last step is to set a beautiful table...<br />
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So what if you don't know what "broil" is or most of your meals came from Jimmy Johns? This is your chance to be creative, have fun, save money, and your boy will love the homecooked bacon wrapped chicken!<br />
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And that’s it. It’s worked out really well for us so far and we’ve been using this method pretty much since I became a Pinterest convert. <br />
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If you try it out, please let me know if it works for you! How do you plan your weekly meals? Do you use any tools?<br />
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<br />Krissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-88207766686000257122013-03-22T14:17:00.002-07:002013-04-10T08:21:10.136-07:00Owls and WhalesToday I took a walk and completely out of the blue, I noticed a new little vintage shop! So, of course I went exploring... And it was fantastic!<br />
Atomic Living Vintage. If you're ever in Florida, it's totally worth a look.<br />
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I collect whales and owls so this place is dangerous but everything was so cute!<br />
And even though I don't smoke, these ashtrays were too cute! I mean come on, they're whales and tiny shoes! AmazingKrissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-69036903626999419632013-03-21T14:52:00.001-07:002013-04-10T08:21:23.644-07:00The Little PrinceThe Little Prince is one of my absolute favorite stories. I'm definitely in the minority in that I had never read it as a child, I really hadn't read it until I was about 16. But that also shows that this story can speak to any age group.<br />
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The part with the fox is my absolute favorite.<br />
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<i><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">“I am looking for friends. What does that mean -- tame?"</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">"It is an act too often neglected," said the fox. "It means to establish ties." </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">"To establish ties?" </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">"Just that," said the fox. "To me, you are still nothing more than a little boy who is just like a hundred thousand other little boys. And I have no need of you. And you, on your part, have no need of me. To you I am nothing more than a fox like a hundred thousand other foxes. But if you tame me, then we shall need each other. To me, you will be unique in all the world. To you, I shall be unique in all the world....” </span></i><br />
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Which is SO EXCITING<br />
But also terrifying.<br />
I mean, what do I wear? What do I expect? WhoWhatWhereWhen but everyone knows why.<br />
The dress was by far the most difficult piece of this puzzle so I did what any sane girl would.<br />
Please tell me I'm not the only one who does this...<br />
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<br />Krissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7169393633525468082.post-84815398826477414552013-03-21T10:11:00.000-07:002013-04-10T08:22:00.772-07:00About MeHello everyone!<br />
My name is Krissy and it's very nice to meet you!<br />
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As a little girl, I was never really into dresses, flowers, or beautiful things. Growing up with two brothers lends you to be more taken with video games, manhunt and computers.<br />
And now that I am older, I am finally getting this lovely marriage of the two sides. I have this drive to build a home and be a much more well-rounded woman.<br />
I have been painting for over 5 years now, self taught. You might see a glimpse or two of my paintings during your stay here.<br />
So here you will find tidbits and stories of my life. Learning to budget. To be a better artist. To cook a delicious dinner. To make an amazing home with my incredible boyfriend. All this while still fixing my own computer and kicking butt in Marvel Vs. Capcom. And I will probably be covered in paint and flour while doing so.<br />
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So anyway, this is me and it was so nice of you to visit.<br />
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This is my own little guide to life. I hope I'm getting it right.Krissy Yestehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11707201975455109613noreply@blogger.com0