Living life: A few projects...

So life lately has still been busy. But this time, it's busy with things other than the ordinary day-to-day activities which encourages me to post. If I posted more often, I would be able to devote a post for each item (along with all the lovely details).

First of all, I decided to create Mini Oreo Pops. I got this idea from some cool crafty ladies at www.thecraftingchicks.com.

It's a pretty easy project. However I failed at creating these cute tasty treats. When I would dip the oreos in the red candy, they would fall apart. Or I would succeed in dipping the oreo but then fail at sticking the "stem" and "leaf" on the "apple". Luckily (and thankfully), my wonderful husband was patient and successful. Eventually he convinced me to try again. Unfortunately this craft project wasn't my cup of tea... which really bothered me. After all, I like to succeed. Maybe next time.

My second project from this week was a name painting. One of the graduating seniors asked for a painting with her name to hang on her wall. She requested the blue and light pink as well as the swirls, hearts, and stars. Hopefully, she will like what I created.

Note: I still have to add the ribbon to hang the board.

And now I'm going to end this post with today's festivities. I woke up at 4:45 (EARLY) to meet a crew of about 16 to drive down to Amory, MS. We were going to spend our Saturday helping clean up the debris from the tornados that destroyed homes and businesses in the Amory/Smithville/Wren area a couple of weeks ago. Now, I had seen pictures and heard reports of the damage but seeing it in person gives a new perspective. It was sad to see how so many had lost everything. But it was encouraging to see all of the volunteers and supplies provided to help the families. I am thankful for the opportunity that I had to help. It was hard work, but it was good... I was spending my day being productive and helping others (two things I love). Here are some pictures of the area where we worked today in Wren, MS. Our group helped clear a pasture so that the cows would have room to graze and what not.