I Got the Job!

I got an offer for the interview #2!  Some much needed validation, since interview #1 didn't yield good results.  Now comes of the hard part of trying to decide to accept or not.  I will hear about the promotion this week as well, so hopefully by Friday I'll have enough info to make a sound decision.  I told my boss that I got an offer.  It is only fair, given I really like her and the people I work with.  I've been told that it is a good thing for one's employer to know that they may lose a valued employee (according to my boss I'm a valued employee, well that's what she tells me anyway).  Regardless, I think the outcome will be a good one.

The renovation of the craft room is coming along nicely.  I have primed the walls, added texture to all of them, and have painted 3 walls.  I still need to add texture to the slanted portions (I have a cape cod style home) and paint the remaining walls.  I decided to go with a cheery lime green for the walls.  The accessories will be burgundy and deep purple.  I can't wait for it to be completed so that I can share with all of you.  Bright green may seem over the top, but hey, you only live once.  On glum days I am hoping the in-your-face-be-happy color will cheer me up.  Now many of you may wonder why on earth I would texture my walls.  Very simple: hideous, shellacked, poorly installed wood paneling.  After 4 layers of primer, the shellack was still bleeding through.  Fortunately, it is not bleeding through the paint.  I don't have the funds to hire someone to redo the upstairs with sheetrock and such, so the best alternative was texture.  The paint is a matte finish, so the texture does not look bad.  The walls look generally even, which is a much welcome change from before.  I'm thinking I will be done with this project this weekend and then I can FINALLY get to some sewing and crafts.  I can't wait, it will be stupendous :).  Below is what I wore today.  This dress is thrifted and a size 8.  It fit a whole lot better when I weighed more.  Now at a size 0, it is a wee bit big.  Hence the oversized belt.  Once the craft room is complete, this will be one dress in the alterations pile.  I hope everyone had a lovely 4th.

Dress: Jeremy Spencer (thrifted)
Shoes: Moda
Belt: from another dress (Kohls)
Jewelry: made by me

Feeling Ethnic

The July 4th weekend is here!  It will be nice to have three days off (I have work unfortunately).  We are thinking of  going to the beach.  I have a ton of projects around the house that need to be completed (tiling the kitchen floor, finishing my sewing room, staining the front door, etc.).  The Mr. is not very handy, so its all on me.  I can never seem to find the motivation to get my DIY home improvement projects completed.  I'm hoping this will be the weekend.  Anyway, I wore something a bit ethnic today.  I haven't  worn this top or shoes in forever, so I thought I would let them have their moment of glory.  The top and shoes are from India, I love the gold detail.  I am wearing jeggings I bought on our recent trip to Rehoboth Beach.  They are from the Express outlet store.  Let me take a moment to express my frustration at finding clothes that fit.  I am a petite person (if you can't tell from my photos).  I am about 5'1" and 100 pounds (on weeks I don't eat crap).  Which essentially means everything is too big or too long and sometimes both.  This makes the shopping experience frustrating to say the least.  I was not always this small, my weight loss has just made it more annoying.  So, since all my jeans are too big, this lovely number works well.  I have finally found the confidence to wear shape hugging clothes and things in mini form.  So while this newfound confidence lasts, I am taking full advantage and wearing all things skin tight and short :).

Top: India
Jeggings: Express Outlet
Shoes: India (gift)
Belt: Thrifted

On the career front, the initial feedback from the interview was positive.  It remains to be seen if that will turn into a job offer.  No worries though, my boss informed me I am likely get promoted next week (she needs approval from the powers that be).  Sometimes the universe just works in your favor.  Since that is rare for me, I am enjoying this moment while it lasts.  Whatever happens, I am confident it will work out for the best.

The terra cotta veggie garden is doing well.  There was a little hiccup in that I noticed that something was chomping on my buds (my money is on the bunnies I see hopping in the yard).  I bought a barrier thing to put around it to prevent any more damage.  It is not the most appealing to the eye, but hey at least I'll get to see my sprouts grow up.  I am also including the fruits and berries growing happily in the yard.  I picked the wild raspberries yesterday and they are delicious.  I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday :).

Barrier to keep the bunnies at bay

Bush Beans

Carrots

Spinach

Sweet Peas

Radishes

Cucumber

Apples

Peaches

Pears

Grapes

Wild Raspberries