Monday, June 29, 2015

Relieving Our Home of its Treasures

Once the shock of selling our home so quickly wore off we decided it was time to relieve our home of its "treasures." We have spent much of the past month strolling down memory lane while going through boxes of keepsakes, wondering why we have kept cabinets full of things we thought we might need someday but have not used, and searching through closets full of clothing that might fit us again.

All of the things we decided we didn't need to keep any longer were placed in one of 3 places. Those that might have some value for someone were put in our garage and priced for a garage sale. Those that held too much information or just weren't necessary to keep any longer were either shredded or recycled, and those that had no value at all were tossed in the garbage.

Our garage sale was held this past weekend. The attendance was good and many of our "treasures" found new homes. I marveled at what people found useful and would spend their money on, how people haggled over a few cents, and what things of value people chose to leave behind. At one point on Saturday I commented to my husband that two of the resin tables that were stained and were priced at 50 cents each should just be put in the garbage; that no one was going to buy them. Not 5 minutes later someone bought them saying they would be perfect for camp. "You can never have too many tables at camp" was her comment. Guess I don't know what I'm talking about when it comes to garage sales.

The leftover "treasures" were boxed up and donated to Goodwill. Hopefully, they too will find good homes. It was difficult getting rid of some things that held so many memories. I felt like I was disrespecting my ancestors as I boxed each one, but we can't keep everything.

We didn't get rid of all of our prized possessions; many will be accompanying us to our new home. We had to be selective; however, because space is at a premium.

500 Likes!

Thank you to all of our Facebook fans for 500 likes! As a thank you we are offering a necklace giveaway! Like, comment, and share our necklace giveaway post on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/cruisincreations12 and your name will be entered in our giveaway of this beautiful royal blue one of a kind necklace. Measuring 46" it can be worn long, doubled around your neck, or wrapped around your wrist.

Don't delay; the drawing will take place on July 3!!!

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Show Your Patriotism!

Cruisin' Creations patriotic collection is the perfect accessory for your 4th of July outfit! Made of red nylon yarn, red, iridescent, and blue glass beads pop and add the perfect amount of sparkle. Necklets in 2 different lengths which can also be worn as wrap bracelets, eyeglass holders, and single bracelets round out your collection.

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Upcoming Events

Thank you to all who attended the Violet Festival in Dolgeville, NY. What a wonderful community event it was! We met a lot of people and believe it was a successful event for the area.

We are looking forward to participating in the Shaker Heritage Society Craft Fair on July 11 & 12. We will be there from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm each day. There is a $4.00 admission; however, you can download a discount admission coupon at https://www.facebook.com/ShakerHeritageSociety

Until Next Time...

Diane

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Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Change

Change means many things to many people. For some it is something to be embraced, exciting, and new. For others it is something to be feared because there are so many unknown variables. For those who are literal it is the money you get back when making a purchase.

Change is coming fast and furious to our household. We have decided to downsize so we are weeding through decades of accummulation, decades of collecting, decades of memories. At first we struggled with moving because we enjoy our dream home and the space and other amenities it affords us. But each time we have to clean it we are exhausted and realize that it's just too big for us! We also are tired of the responsibility and want an easier life.

Throughout the years of our marriage we have weathered many other "changes", many other hardships and have always found a way to come out on top. Moving is a major step for us but we believe we will come out on top with this decision too.

Our house sold much faster than we ever expected so we have to find something else and be ready to move rather quickly. It's put our heads in a tailspin, but we are discussing every aspect, every pro and con, and are trying to make the most informed decision we can.

So, I apologize for not blogging for the past month. It's been a bit hectic and rather than a rational entry you would have been reading something incoherent. Blogging will be hit or miss over the next few weeks, I'll work at it as time permits. I will be back once we are settled in our new place.

June is wedding time!

Before leaving the dentist's office the other day I gave my hygenist a token wedding gift. It was one of our Special Occasions wedding garters. My hygenist, who is so sweet, was so touched by the gift and said she will cherish it forever. She loved the heirloom quality of wearing the garter on her wedding day then saving it for her baby girl's christening day. 

That reaction is the same one you will receive when you give one of our heirloom wedding garters to your favorite bride. She will not only fulfill the traditional "something new, something blue", but will also have a keepsake that can be passed down for generations to come. Or she can be a little different and rather than wear something blue wear a garter that matches her bridesmaid's dresses. Either way it will be the perfect gift!

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Order your special occasions wedding garters at https://www.etsy.com/shop/CruisinCreations?section_id=11707178&ref=shopsection_leftnav_9

Upcoming Events

Our next event is the Violet Festival in Dolgeville, NY on June 13 & 14! This is a new event for us. As I understand it this is a community weekend with over 10,000 people in attendance. Should be fun! Stop by and say, "Hello!"

Until Next Time...

Diane