Well, it's been a long time since I've blogged anything. Life has moved on, changed, etc. Most notably, my husband and I have adopted our first child, Joshua Calvin. He is such a sweet little guy and we love him dearly! He's come along after so many prayers. One of the things I love about adoption is seeing how incredibly the Lord works to bring a family together. So many tiny, intricate details went into our story, I'm always amazed and very humbled. We were thankful to meet our handsome little man only a few hours after his birth, and we have had a wonderful, encouraging experience with his birth mommy and her sweet family. They have been so loving and supportive toward us and we look forward to years of friendship with them.

I don't have lots of time because the 'lil guy needs lots of attention right now, so consider this a brief introduction to Joshua. Literally, I'm typing with one hand right now as he's asleep on the other half of me. (Then he woke up- right now is now is a day later and he's snoozing)

My friend Vickie of the Apple Crate came and shot some beautiful pictures for us.

Joshua was pretty unhappy at the start of the shoot. It was naptime. But we managed to nab a few good ones before we needed the pacifier and snuggles. 

He makes this exact face whenever I kiss him.

Oh, my heart.

Joshua says, 'and then, mommy put a bear hat on me'.

Hello, friends!

  It's been a whirlwind getting ready for the Indie Craft Experience, which is now just two weeks away. Two weeks, people. Who's excited? (me, me!) Be sure to come out and see me and my fellow vendors at Ambient Plus Studio June 28 & 29, from 11-6 each day. You can get directions and info here. And from the flyer below. Don't you love the yellow cheer?

Since it's been a little hectic getting ready for this event, I've taken a few minutes to take a break and check out some of my fellow vendors, and let me tell you, this is going to be an AMAZING event! So much talent and fun packed into a beautiful loft, you surely won't want to miss out. 

You can see the entire vendor list here yourself. King of Pops is going to be there, and I've never had a bad King of Pop experience... no.... quite the opposite. Fresh, vibrant, fruity yumminess awaits you as you browse isles of handmade loveliness. 

Anyway, as I said, I took some time to go through the vendors and I'm now attempting to narrow down my shopping list. (yes- even though I'll be there as a vendor- I still become super excited about what I'll want to buy for myself) I thought I would share a few of my favorites with you.

This is at the very top of my list- it's such a fun idea, and my notebooks and writing space are terribly important to me, so why not welcome one more to my world. The vendor is Roundabout Shop. 

Here's another little lovely by The Woolberry Press. 

Amy's mugs are beautiful. I love the colors and smooth, silky finish. Amy Robertson Ceramics

I don't know what rock I've been living under, but I was just introduced to So Worth Loving by my friend Andrea. (thanks, dlf) They'll be at the event as well, and I love the heart of their mission. 

Check out Morgan Blake Photography. She's inspired. 

And last but certainly not least, I'll be wanting some bath salts for some much needed relaxation after it's all over. Thanks for a little something to look forward to, The Soaking Tub. Sweet Red Hibiscus Botanical Soaking Salt.