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A Chalkboard Thought Cloud in Emmy’s Room, and Exciting News!

April 22, 2015 by Cassie 47 Comments

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You guys!  I apologize for the lack of makeovers and DIY’s lately… life has been cuh-razy, crazier than it has been in a long time.  There are many wonderful exciting things happening in my life right now, and also some not so wonderful and all I will say about that is that cancer has been affecting my life in too many ways lately and in too young of friends.  But I am keeping a positive attitude and sure that cancer will be beaten in some cases.  In others, it isn’t going to be beaten, and that is the sad truth, but it is not going to break spirits.  I’ve seen the true character of some people who I am so proud to call my friends.

Now that I am crying I will move on before I get too emotional on you.  Because there are so many wonderful things to fill you in on as well (some will just have to wait….), and I have lots of DIYs to share with you in the next few weeks as well!

Do you remember earlier this year when I wrote about contentment?  I shared this image which pretty much summed up how I was heading into the year.

Monday-Inspiration-quotesI really dove into 2015 expecting nothing and being so grateful for all that I already had.  And do you know what happened?  I heard the knock of opportunity…. and more than once.  First, I was so lucky to be selected as an Ace Blogger, and now I am a contributor for Ehow!  I will be creating projects and writing for their amazing site, and have already been working on a few projects for them that I am so excited to share with you.

My first post is live and I wanted to share with you.  It’s a new addition to Emmy’s room, and as you may have gathered from my title, I shared a step by step tutorial on how to paint a chalkboard thought cloud on the wall.  Emmy was excited to write on it, as you can see below.  And I let her write whatever her heart desired.

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She was also more than happy to model it for me.  This photo was an outtake I didn’t use, but I loved it so much, despite its being slightly out of focus.

emmy1Head on over to ehow for all of the details!

And thank you, dear readers and friends, for sticking around when things get crazy, for being there to support and uplift, and keep me smiling.  I appreciate you more than you know.

 

 

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  1. Fiona says

    April 22, 2015 at 6:00 am

    She’s a gorgeous girl, and I look forward to your news xx

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 6:01 am

      i am contributing to ehow- that is the news. 😉 thanks, fiona!

      Reply
      • Fiona says

        April 22, 2015 at 6:20 am

        Oh I read that and thought good on you but was thinking that there was more news to come. Sorry, well done. Xx

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  2. [email protected] says

    April 22, 2015 at 7:08 am

    It’s such an adorable photo of Emmy

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:27 pm

      thank you, julia!

      Reply
  3. Krystine www.KrystineEdwards.com/blog says

    April 22, 2015 at 7:14 am

    Emmy is SO precious! And you my friend are amazing, bravo! They are lucky to have you!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:26 pm

      thank you so much, krystine!

      Reply
  4. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    April 22, 2015 at 7:36 am

    Woot woot!!! Awesome news Cassie! Love this idea and especially the quote. I was a blubbering mess when I took Izzy to see Cinderella. Cancer is a bitch. I hate her. Your friends are blessed to have you during this time 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:26 pm

      thank you so much, shelley, for all of your comments! and yes, i cried at cinderella, too- but i cry at everything. 😉

      Reply
  5. [email protected] says

    April 22, 2015 at 8:16 am

    Congrats my dear!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:25 pm

      thank you, ashley!

      Reply
  6. Gretchen says

    April 22, 2015 at 8:18 am

    Love that pic of Emmy! Congrats on the new gig 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:25 pm

      thank you, gretchen!

      Reply
  7. Kris {Driven by Decor} says

    April 22, 2015 at 8:28 am

    Sorry you’re having some tough times lately Cassie! Your friends are lucky to have your support. Heading over to check out this cute project!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:25 pm

      thanks, kris. i appreciate it.

      Reply
  8. Debbie @refreshrestyle says

    April 22, 2015 at 9:11 am

    Cancer is breaking my heart right now. It more than sucks!
    I am so happy for your new adventures and can’t wait to watch you do your thing!
    XO
    Debbie

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:23 pm

      i know debbie- i am so sorry for all you are going through.

      Reply
  9. Claire Brody says

    April 22, 2015 at 9:12 am

    Cassie, I’m so sorry to hear that you have loved ones in your live being affected by cancer. Sometimes life doesn’t give us answers. They are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Congrats on being a contributor to ehow! That is wonderful but not surprising at all!! Love love this chalkboard thought cloud! So fun for little ones!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:22 pm

      thank you so much, claire- i appreciate it!

      Reply
  10. Deb Owen says

    April 22, 2015 at 9:38 am

    Congrats Cassie! Well deserved credit for the awesome reputation you have developed online! I am sorry about sucky cancer striking too close to home. Sadly none of us seem immune to being affected by it’s far reaches into our lives. Prayers for all who walk through that trial!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      thank you, deb- i appreciate it!

      Reply
  11. kirby carespodi says

    April 22, 2015 at 10:10 am

    That’s about it: you take the good with the bad. Glad you have some new opportunities, but sad for your friends.

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      it’s so true.

      Reply
  12. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    April 22, 2015 at 10:11 am

    Congrats on the good news! And as always, Emmy is just adorable! … And no doubt, cancer stinks! We need to find a cure – NOW!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      thank you and yes we, do!

      Reply
  13. Trisha D. @Black and White Obsession says

    April 22, 2015 at 10:37 am

    Yay, what a wonderful opportunity! Off to go check out the chalkboard cloud!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      thank you, trisha!

      Reply
  14. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    April 22, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    This is so cute, Cassie – I love that picture of Emmy “deep in thought” too 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      she is a very talented model and gets into character well.

      Reply
  15. Julie @ follow your heart woodworking says

    April 22, 2015 at 5:55 pm

    Sorry about your worries. 🙁
    Emmy is so cute in that photo!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      thank you, julie!

      Reply
  16. designPOST interiors says

    April 22, 2015 at 9:06 pm

    I’m so sorry that you are going through such hard stuff. Cancer really sucks there just no other way to put it 🙁 I am meeting with Jill tomorrow and that soon to be nice…that should give you just a tiny smile! Love the eHow project!

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    • Cassie says

      April 22, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      thank you! i can’t wait to hear how it goes.

      Reply
  17. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    April 22, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    So adorable and so perfect for Miss Emmy’s room!

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    • Cassie says

      April 25, 2015 at 10:09 pm

      thank you, jennifer! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Gwen says

    April 23, 2015 at 8:46 am

    Oh, my gosh… there are no words!

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    • Cassie says

      April 25, 2015 at 10:06 pm

      aaw, thank you! but there are words- emmy wrote them in the bubble. 😉

      Reply
  19. Bliss says

    April 23, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    The thought cloud over my head right now says, “you da bomb”.

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    • Cassie says

      April 25, 2015 at 10:04 pm

      aaaaaw, thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  20. Loi Thai Tone on Tone says

    April 25, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    Emmy is just tooooo cute! And I love her new bob 🙂 Thinking about you and your friends. We’ve all been affected.

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    • Cassie says

      April 25, 2015 at 10:00 pm

      thank you so much, loi. one friend lost her battle today. 🙁 she was only 37 years old.

      Reply
  21. gail says

    April 25, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    So happy to hear about your new opportunities Cassie. As always, I love seeing pics of your kiddos, and Emmy is sooo stinkin’ cute! Love the thought bubble.

    I’m sorry to hear about your loss. 37 is so too young. Thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

    gail

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  22. Heather J says

    April 28, 2015 at 10:46 am

    Cassie, I am so thankful I found your blog. You are absolutely wonderful and exactly what I want to find when looking for new blogs. Your daughter is beautiful and the words she chose to write just shows how wonderful she is. Great job, mom! I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend and I pray for you and her family as well. Thank you for being such a wonderful inspiration!
    God bless! And conrats on the Ehow! Wine glass raised!

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    • Cassie says

      April 28, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      aaaaw, thank you!!!! that is the nicest comment!

      Reply
  23. [email protected] says

    April 28, 2015 at 9:57 pm

    Congrats lady! That’s awesome! Also Emmy is a natural-born model!

    So sorry about your friend! Cancer sucks.

    Reply
  24. [email protected] says

    April 30, 2015 at 9:22 am

    Congrats, Cassie. You deserve all the success in the world. And I love this project.

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    • Cassie says

      May 8, 2015 at 1:16 pm

      thank you so much, kim!

      Reply

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