Ramblings and taking baby steps

Who knew posting a blog would be so challenging? I mean, changing backgrounds, trying to post pictures, etc., all aside, it is just mind boggling how I, who some seem to think has a lot of free time on her hands (and often I would agree) cannot seem to keep up a blog on a regular basis. I think this also falls in line with my current inability to complete a book (though I did finish an awesome one- and in the time frame allotted- from our church study), watch a movie, catch up on her DVR'd shows, etc. LOL I am hoping this is only a phase, but I fear it is just a sign of a permanent condition. HAHAHA.

Last week I decided to finally make a FB page with items that I have on hand, or have made/sold, etc. That was a huge baby step. Whether it results in anything profitable, or not, shall remain to be seen. But- I took the first leap. I had recently sold two diaper cakes (at very little profit, sadly- but live and learn..lol), so I was encouraged to make the page.

This week, I am currently in the process of making two cakes for showers coming up over the next few months, and completed a mini-cake for a shower I have to attend next month. Sadly, I won't be making money from them, but, thankfully, I had some of the supplies on hand already, so my budget isn't too compromised. :) Who knows? Maybe by my making these gifts, at some point, a profit will start to manifest.

If not, I will continue to enjoy the creative outlet and the joy the items I create bring to others. Even though often people don't appreciate the time and effort (or often the cost) of a handmade, personalized, unique only to them, item. I know we are often guilty (at least I know I am) of seeing something somewhere and thinking, " oh, I could make that, " but then will I? can I really? did I? Hmmmmm.....most folks I know do not.

I recall taking a basket making class many years ago, and it truly did give me a new appreciation for handmade basketry. The process can be must more difficult than one would imagine, though I have no doubt that continued practice makes it easier. So, even now, though I may balk at the price - I know the handiwork and time it took someone to make them.

So- now I can focus on two things- trying to promote the FB page, and keeping up with this blog. Well, I can at least try. :) I have, what feels like, a lot going on these days to distract me,  in regard to actually being able to sit down and write a lengthy, or even a short, blog entry.  I guess it is like exercising or dieting- any effort is better than nothing, right? :)