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31 days ago I started blogging again and launched a new website and started counting down the days until I was 32. I missed a bunch of blogging days because I'm easily distracted, I've already made updates to the website {including an upcoming events calendar!!} and I'm officially not 31. But today was a combination of being full of gratitude and bits of sadness. Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays since it is my birthday. I had low expectations for my birthday so I did nothing to celebrate Halloween; no decorations, no costumes, not even candy. Despite myself, I had a really awesome day filled with treats and sweets; Starbucks, LOTS of owls, pumpkin bread, cupcakes, apple pie (with cinnamon ice cream!!), pineapple cake, Smiley cookies , and of course - candy. I read such kind messages from people I've met and known throughout my life that made me feel truly loved. So many that I'm still reading through them. The lesson I learned? Celebrate...

It's birth week!! I sit here thinking about how I used to make out a birthday list every year. And soon after a Christmas list. As I grew older, I made general wish lists that encompassed lots of different things for various holidays, which then turned into goal lists, and now I have "to do" lists. Actually, not only do I have "to do" lists, but I have post-its and dry erase boards and reminders on my phone and email for things that I have to accomplish. Getting older my dreams have turned into tasks; not things that I want to do but things that I have to do. So here's a list of wishes instead of tasks... GROW my business into more than a hobby Take time to RELAX; manicures, massages, dancing in my living room EAT DESSERT first and maybe just by itself Tell people how thankful I am for THEM Spend time with my FAMILY Buy PRESENTS for others, just because TRAVEL somewhere new Be okay with SAYING NO Make a CHRISTMAS LIST Take my DOG for walks...

Today is Oct. 26. I missed days 21-25 of my 31 days of blogging. This is pretty much par for the course in my life. Unfinished business. Have you ever started something and got distracted only to leave things half-finished? A job? A project? A relationship? Imagine the things that would go crazy if some people only did half the job... What if a surgeon stopped half-way through surgery and didn't finish the repair and didn't close an incision? What if a road crew didn't finish paving a road and it dropped off into a pit of mud? It seems like this is more of a trend in society than my latest forgotten paint project. Did you hear that schools aren't teaching handwriting to children anymore ? Because of the increase of technology in learning, it seems that some states aren't requiring this basic life skill to be taught because it seems like it has become antiquated. What will be next? What are things if your life that are unfinished? I have a painting to fi...

Six years ago I got married to my awesome husband. Isn't it funny how sometimes it seems like that long is so much longer and sometimes it seems like no time has passed at all. Happy Anniversary to my sweet hubby! I couldn't imagine life any other way. We had lots of DIY elements to our wedding even though it was before Pinterest and DIY weddings were in style. Here are just a few pictures from our wedding: {Unity candle, flowers, table linen, invitations, monogram, programs and carved pumpkin all made by LWM}

Introducing... my first wreath of the 2013 Christmas season!!!   The special thing about this wreath? YOU can learn to make your own!! I am teaching a class at Carolinas Cornerstone on Nov. 2 where you can learn various techniques that are used to make wreaths all combined in this one gorgeous door adornment.

Here's my shameless Thirty-One plug: I'm a Thirty-One consultant because I'm addicted to their bags. Specifically, I am obsessed with the Large Utility Tote. I think that I have 6 of these wonderful, versatile bags. I use them for laundry when we travel, toting presents, carrying food and crock pots to parties, for teaching supplies, to carry the dog's travel necessities, and so much more. Here's something really awesome... in November the special is a MEDIUM Utility Tote for $7 with every $35 spent . Not only are they almost as fabulous as their bigger counterpart - they come in an OWL print AND snowmen print. AND check out some of these great bundle ideas that would make great gifts (there are only 67 days until CHRISTMAS )...   Want to book a party? Email me at lisamoseley@live.com . Just want to shop? Visit my website: www.mythirtyone.com/lwmoseley . 

Day 17 is brought to you by the rainy day blues . Just a little inspiration of pretty things to brighten up a rainy day. AND in case you need warming up... This is our FAVORITE rainy / cold day meal - white chicken chili . 1 lb. - chicken breast, cooked and diced 1 can - super sweet corn 1 can - petite diced tomatoes 1-8 oz. pkg. cream cheese 1 packet - white chili mix 1/4 cup water 1 tbsp. - vegetable oil I love to top this with sour cream. The hubby likes his with corn bread. No matter your add-on this simple chili has been a big hit with everyone we've made it for and shared the recipe with.