This and That: January

:: Our families have all gone home. We're getting back into the swing of things. I'm dealing with the bummed out feeling that always follows when company leaves but also feeling a sign of relief coming on as I glance at my fairly open schedule.

:: Some of you may be wondering whether or not I will be going back to work full time. Alas, I applied for a job, interviewed for a job, and was turned down for said job. I have mixed emotions about this. Obviously I wasn't crazy about the idea of leaving Z-cakes to work full time, but on the other hand N8tr0n and I could really use some cash. Every time one of us has a job prospect pending we can't help but start dreaming about what it would be like to get a decent paycheck again. What it would feel like to start breathing again. Silver lining: I've picked up a few more contract clients and am looking into expanding even more. Also, N8tr0n has a couple of new leads for possible jobs which is just what we need to pull our spirits back up.

:: I haven't been feeling like eating meat lately. Which is odd for me (I grew up on a cattle farm for cryin' out loud). Since this occurrence is rare, I don't feel like I have a good arsenal of meat-less recipes. Last week we had falafel and pita (Sunflower sells this mix in bulk and we love it) with a side of chickpea curry. Tonight we had pasta with a kale/tomato/garlic saute. Do you have some fabulous meatless recipes? Any favorite sources? Do tell.

:: A long time ago my friend, Kim, asked me how exactly I keep up with all of the blogs that I'm always linking to. Sigh. The truth is Kim, that I do it using a little thing called neglect. I neglect my child, I neglect my housework, I neglect my personal hygiene. It's gotten way out of hand. In the event that you would like to know exactly what blogs I follow the most, I will be posting a link page later this week. You're welcome.

:: Speaking of following blogs, if you follow the blog ohdeedoh, you've heard about how DIY play kitchen are all the rage these days. I'm excited to say that I will be joining the masses in constructing a play kitchen for my own little baby-cakes. Actually, repurposing would be the correct word in this case:

Here is my before picture that I took, um, today. Z-cakes' birthday is right around the corner which means I'd better get crackin'. Like, yesterday.

:: Finally, I spent a good chunk of my Saturday neglecting life so that I could be inspired by all of the amazing thrifters on the internet. Take for example this girl, and also this girl. And I'm sure many of you know this girl, and of course there's this sweet mama. (See how I'm already helping you neglect more?) Am determined more than ever to become a thrifting aficionado. If you are a thrifting expert who lives in Denver, please take me under your wing.

That's it for me. Enjoy this fine Monday morning and have a happy day.