slice of life and a book winner

 This photo is a part of my answer to Gumbo Lily's question in the comment section  for the last giveaway. She asked how balanced it all? Truthfully, I don't always do it well. I got very little sleep last night, but I'm still up early to answer this question. Is that a balanced response? No, I think sleep would have been a better choice. Last week, when my children were home, I got very little work done... but the laundry mountain was finally tackled, and I baked every day. It often feels like I have to make choices all day long. Work/home.Work/home.  As a result- the house isn't always so tidy, but my children are fed nicely, and I get some work accomplished. But... on the rare occasions when I am successfully blending all the facets of my life together, it looks a little like the image above:

• An empty cup of what was surely a hot caffeinated drink- I have several cups of black tea a day (and often 1 coffee).
• Snacks available-Well fed kids are happy and more independent.
• Parallel play- When I work at the kitchen table, everyone feels free to join me with their own projects. I encourage it. Small crafting, or  a book review, work well with everyone at my side. When I go into my (door-less) studio it's understood that I'm not as available, so that happens less when my family is about.

I know this is only a slice of life and a partial answer, but I wanted to acknowledge that question in some way to a friend who has been faithfully checking in here for YEARS!

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I was so excited to hear how helpful Jennifer's book, The Right Brain Business Plan, might be for many of you. Remember "dreams do come true!".

And the winner is
Verbenabeth said...
Well, yes thank you, I'd love a chance to win this book! It sure looks like something I need. Thanks!

Please contact me with your mailing address and I'll send it your way!