Shortly after my last post of "on the mend" I over did it and re-injured my back. Ugh! So dumb. And I can hear some of you now scolding me. I know, I know. Stupid! I didn't work all week at my real job or on my art. I tried to visit a few of your blogs and comment (and to thank you for you for checking in on me) but for the most part I really did nothing. It's a bit better but I'm shocked at how it is just hanging on. And I'm so sick of myself on this subject (aren't you?) - enough already!!
(first two images from yahoo search)
My husband has been great helping out. Here he is channeling Houdini to get me upright. (maybe he'll be the one showing up at the Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun Party instead of me!)
(image from American Harvest Blog)
Right now my main concern is getting some things made for American Harvest. Their Christmas Open House is November 3rd. Ack!!
Thankfully, I have some things (unfinished crowns etc.) that I had made a while ago so I have a bit of stock to fall back on, no pun intended (you don't believe the pun denial do you?).
Uh-huh....you get the idea.
If I don't get some things done by next weekend, I'll have some " splainin' to do".
Let 'er roll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Happy Halloween! :)
Posted by: A Novelist | October 31, 2007 at 10:28 AM
Sweet friend, I ache for you... Come walk on the moonbeams with me tonight - all pain flies away... Be not afraid, your smile is forever true... I will see you on the other side of Luna's dear globe!
Posted by: Ulla | October 31, 2007 at 08:36 AM
Oh no!!!!! You poooor darling!! That is the pits. I know, as I live with a back-thrower-outter. Not painless fun at all!!!! Hugs from afar!!!! I am sure you will have many lovelies to share this weekend!!!!xxoxo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | October 31, 2007 at 08:20 AM
How's it goin' today?
Thinking of you and wondering if you can teach me how to levitate! Such a talent you are!
Back to the Land of Dolls, or is that the Valley of the Dolls.
xox
Constance
Posted by: rochambeau | October 30, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Oh you poor thing!! Hurt your back again before it was totally better? That sounds like something I would do- oh wait, it IS something I have done!LOL! It's awful- so sorry!! Hope you mend again (fully) very soon! I always love to see the fun vintage art pictures on your blog and the photos of your lovely artwork peices!! Yummy! Love all those glittery crowns and stars! I wish I could go to the American Harvest Christmas Open House! So many gorgeous holiday goodies!! Eye candy galore!
Michlle
Posted by: Michelle | October 30, 2007 at 07:41 AM
Take care of yourself. All those unfinished crowns look wonderful already!
Posted by: Sandy | October 29, 2007 at 11:07 PM
Take care of yourself. All those unfinished crowns look wonderful already!
Posted by: Sandy | October 29, 2007 at 11:07 PM
I love all your little crowns in a row...are'nt they cute! Get that back better, it's the busiest time of the year.
Posted by: Cindy | October 29, 2007 at 09:02 PM
Donna, Donna, I am sooooo sorry!! I know how very frustrating that is, a hundred things to do, and a painful back. ACK!
Sending "healing" prayers your way.
Wish I could be at the open house. drats, are Sharon and Rodger thinking of a southern cal. division??
xo and hugs, girl...Lidy
Posted by: frenchgardenhouse | October 29, 2007 at 07:56 PM
Hi Donna! I'm so sorry to hear about your back. But you learned more about how to use your camera, and actually read the book! Wow!!! :)
Your pic of all your stars getting ready for the holidays looks like my little painting area. I think we can all add some sparkle to Christmas soon to be here.
Hope you are feeling better each day. Take care of yourself!
Donna, The Decorated House
Posted by: The Decorated House | October 29, 2007 at 07:13 PM
Sorry to laugh at your misfortune - but the pic of the fellow levitating the woman and your description just slayed me! Would that getting over a bad back was that easy. Have you every tried acupuncture? I had a "knuckle-walking" experience myself while visiting in Canada and tried it - it worked!
Posted by: Dorian | October 29, 2007 at 03:08 PM
Donna...
I wish I lived near you so I could help you! Or try to help...
Your crowns & glittery goods are always fantabulous!
Take gentle car...
Priscilla
Posted by: Flea Market Queen | October 29, 2007 at 01:37 PM
I loved the levitating picture - how funny! And the crowns are gorgeous!! I hope your back is better really soon. A sore back is certainly NOT funny, so of course I would never suggest perhaps a Quasimoto costume for the Halloween Blog Party ... no, that just wouldn't be right :-)
Take care!!!
Posted by: Pandora | October 29, 2007 at 01:37 PM
Ha Ha HAAAHAhhhaaa !!!! I'm sorry ,I don't mean to laugh about your poor back,but your 'splainin' is very funny!
Posted by: Jungle Dream Pagoda | October 29, 2007 at 01:17 PM
Dear donna,
I'm a freind of Constance's and she just introduced me to your blog. I look forward to coming back.
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | October 29, 2007 at 12:51 PM
Your abundance of glittery crowns and stars is enough to get you up and going, but by all means be careful on the assembly line. I agree you need a tall, dark handsome masseuse; and a bowl full of chocolates to help mend that back!
Posted by: Alice | October 29, 2007 at 11:19 AM
It is hard to believe that such a lovely young woman as you, Donna, has a back that falls prey to injury. Do heal up fast and pamper yourself as a reminder to slow down. Have you gotten your nails done since I saw you in September? Perhaps that alone will inspire you; I had mine done so I could be as lovely as you! They are so pretty and do remind me to walk and not run.
Posted by: Christine LeFever | October 29, 2007 at 10:01 AM
Awww man. And you didn't fall off of that tightrope so I thought you'd be okay. Is there plenty of chocolate in the house?
Posted by: phyllis | October 29, 2007 at 07:55 AM
I think it's time you called in a private masseuse.One about 6'2, dark hair, brown eyes and oh yes large strong hands.I bet that got you up pretty fast!I think he could get that back feelin' better(and what ever else is out of wack).
The gathering of crowns are just gorgeous even in their naked state.They sparkle just so in the light.You truly are the Queen of Crowns!! XO Susan
Posted by: Miss Maddie's | October 29, 2007 at 03:43 AM
Hey baby doll I hope you are feeling better soon. Maybe you need to just eat more chocolate and wear your crown around town. You are the Queen you know!
I love that I love Lucy image, that shwo was one of my favorites.
Thinking of you Donna!
Posted by: tongue in cheek | October 29, 2007 at 01:11 AM
At least, making crown isn't as fattening as Lucy and Ethel's chocolate fiasco. good luck with the back!
Posted by: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | October 28, 2007 at 06:54 PM
Oh, Donna
That picture of all the crowns is Gorgeous!
I Love seeing them all lined up in rows like little soldiers!
Hope you are feeling better soon!
Sandra Evertson
Posted by: Sandra Evertson | October 28, 2007 at 06:08 PM
OOHHHHH AHHHHH.....those crowns are to fablous. Were can I buy one? You also make initial crowns right? Where can I get one of those too? I am starting to do some Xmas shopping. I adore your style and I am amazed at what you create.
Lori
Oh...Please take care of yourself!
Posted by: vintage flair | October 28, 2007 at 05:48 PM
I mean:
HOW DO YOU EXPECT US to have FUN without you?????
Posted by: rochambeau | October 28, 2007 at 03:03 PM
Okay Queen of the Crowns!
Listen to your husband and get with that Levitatin' program and quick!! The glue is drying and the glitter needs you!!!
We ALL need you to feel All Betta!
We're trying, but do you expect us to have fun without you?????
Posted by: rochambeau | October 28, 2007 at 03:02 PM
Oh Donna, take good care of that back....you have to have it for awhile now don't you? Women can't stand to rest on their laurels though, it's just not natural! Thinking of you and wishing I would be at that open house this weekend at American Harvest!! xxoo, Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | October 28, 2007 at 02:21 PM
your assembly line of glittery goodness looks truly magical...just please be careful and don't fall over the conveyor belt...jeez...take better care of that back!!!
Posted by: Lori | October 28, 2007 at 12:47 PM