What, No Internet??

Birthday card for my SIL
Stamps by Darkroom Door, Masks by Tim Holtz
Nestabilities by Spellbinder, PP by Making Memories and Basic Grey
'Fabric Fancies' Flowers by Prima, Diamante brad by SU!

I had no internet this weekend - not only could I not check my email, write on a blog, or surf the net, I found my focus for most other tasks blurred because of my preoccupation with getting online. In some ways it was productive, I straightened up a little, threw out some post-holiday bags and mess, cleared away the stockings and tree ornaments, made some cards, baked (!!), did laundry, etc., but I realized how dependent I am on my computer time - I'm wondering how healthy that is, or is it just the new norm? I usually start the day with a cup of tea and my keyboard, checking in. I think I may need to reduce my online time and focus on the rest of the world a little more.

These are my daughter's favorite muffins - apple cinnamon - the recipe is from a little book my Mum bought on a trip to Canada, those Canadians know good muffins (and my Mum knows good recipe book - thanks again Mum!!). The plate is from one of my most beloved collections - vintage chintzware. This one is 'Hazel' - pretty much my all time fave. I just love those colors and all those tiny flowers! The card is for my sister-in-law, she's having a birthday this month and I believe I have mailed it out ON TIME - I pretty much try to at least start out this way each year, shortly before things slide into chaos and mess again :) Here's to optimists, who really believe they start each year with a chance of getting it right!