Thursday, October 6, 2011

Coming out of the Shadows

Hi Blog Friends,
I'm still here - just incredibly busy with real life!
I've been running a snackbar for a huge cross country (running) meet for the high school; taking team pictures for the middle school volleyball, cross country and flag football teams; attending meetings for school fundraisers; organizing an outing to a college soccer game for the high school team; arranging a dental appointment when my 16 year old told me he had a tooth about to fall out (turns out to be a baby tooth- at 16!); helping the 13 year old get ready for her big historical figure presentation (she dressed as Francis Scott Key); teaching full time; and watching my husband prepare to "retire" tomorrow (he's opening a consulting business).
Not much time for art (or blog visiting), but I did manage a shadow self-portrait. Can you tell what I'm doing?
Hope to come out of the shadows and into the light soon!

16 comments:

scrappyjacky said...

Sounds like you're amazingly busy,Rinda....how do you find time to go to work??
Well....it looks a bit like you're saluting....but I imagine you're actually taking the photograph.

Sian said...

Rinda, you live about 3 lives all at once! I wish I had your energy. Best of luck with that consultancy business!

nancy y said...

okay, now I'm tired! Good luck to your husband, I am sure he'll be very successful!

Mary B said...

Wow Rinda you have been busy, best wishes for your Husbands new business
I think you are taking a photo.

Irene said...

Buzzzzzz You are a busy bee. My guess is taking a picture or is it a yoga pose? :) From your shadow, I can tell you are keeping up with your New Year Fabulous Fifty Program. Keep Up The Good Work!

Deb @ PaperTurtle said...

Phew! My head is spinning just reading the list of things you are involved with, Rinda! Good luck getting it done. xo

laurie said...

it sounds as if you are being snuggled in the lovely arms of real life. :-)

humel said...

Oh my word, busy indeed :) I guessed as much, I've been thinking of you and meaning to send you a quick email 'Hi' but my own busy got in the way of that... Lovely to have an update from you xx

Alison said...

I suddenly realise how quiet my 'life in the slow lane' really is!! Great shadow pic...and good luck with hubby's new venture
Alison xx

Lizzie said...

Wow, suddenly I don't feel so busy... Amazing Rinda, however do you find enough hours - or time to sleep!
Good luck to your husband, with his new venture.
Love the photo - of course, your shadow is taking a photo of yourself!

Jimjams said...

I'm exhausted just reading that Rinda - but have to say that women are great at squeezing a week's worth of activity into a couple of days - hope you get some "me" time soon though!

Melissa said...

What a busy but exciting life - so much fun stuff going on.

Anonymous said...

I always say I get the most done when I'm busy, and it's been true this week for me as well. I've yet to get to my blog, and this is the first time for others in several days! Enjoy the time with your family!

Beverly said...

Life sounds consuming in a very good way. I remember those days very well and believe me in a few years when they are all gone off to college you'll have plenty of time for art and blogs. Love the shadow pic (of you taking it) Best wishes to dh on his business venture!

Becky said...

Wishing your husband all the best with the consultancy business. Your life sounds as hectic as mine! Only managing to catch up on blogs today as my boss kindly gave me an unexpected day off! Love the shadow self portrait - I think you must be taking a photo of yourself! Just remember, even if you are busy, look after yourself too!

debs14 said...

Oh my goodness I feel very lazy in comparison!
Best of luck to your husband in his new venture.