Raptor Jewelry Feather Earrings Giveaway >>>

I had the pleasure of receiving two lovely pairs of earrings from Raptor Jewelry, and one pair I will be giving away to one lucky reader!  Her work is not only beautiful, but very well made.  She recently just got asked to supply Steven Tyler an entire collection of work for him to choose from on American Idol, how fun is that?  Im so very happy for her!


I will be giving away this pair below, lovingly named 'Cedar'.  These babies are 9" long. 
<<< TO ENTER >>>
like Raptor Jewelry on facebook
&
visit her website and tell me your favorite item

While your at it, visit her blog to read about her experience with Steven Tyler!

PEACE,
Laura

Threads - Jeans and Tee Days >>>

A casual outfit day from about 2 weeks ago.  This is one that didnt get posted due to being away for a while.  Ive been enjoying capturing some of my more laid back days as well as the days I dress up.  This is one of my favorite tees and worn in thrift store jeans.  The necklace is a new one for Roots and Feathers... unless I decide to keep it, I do love it!  And of course, my studded Blowfish sandals are so amazing!  All of my pots are just awaiting some dirt, veggies and flowers!  I cant wait to get serious in my yard and get my hands in the dirt.  Oh that will be a happy day!


P.S.  my hubby is having a weekend sale in his shop!  20% off everything this weekend only!  check out his shop announcement for the coupon code!  There are some super cute new things in there too.

PEACE,
Laura

The Art Student Howlite Necklace Giveaway >>>

Today's giveaway comes from Julie of Robin's Egg Designs and Dawn Will Break. She calls this lovely necklace 'The Art Student' - Howlite necklace.  Julie loves to create vintage inspired and beaded jewelry like in her two shops, and is also pursuing her passion of Interior Design in Detroit.
<<< TO ENTER >>>
visit Dawn Will Break and tell me your favorite item
like Dawn Will Break on facebook

<<< EXTRA ENTRIES >>>
tweet this giveaway
facebook this giveaway
blog this giveaway
follow Julie's blog

Please leave ONE comment with each of your entries included.

p.s.  Ill be announcing the winners to all of last month's giveaways in the next few days.  sorry for the delay.  this necklace was suppose to be included in the group giveaway, but I made a last minute mistake... so now one lucky winner gets it!

PEACE,
Laura

Dear Sabe, We Love You >>>

Im very sad to say that we lost our sweet Sabe yesterday around 10 in the morning.  After talking to the doctors the night before we were a bit prepared to possibly have to make the decision to take him off the ventilator and let him go.  During the night one of his lungs collapsed.  We think he mentally decided to go before he even made it into the ICU.  Its been a very hard 2 weeks for all of our family, and must of been insanely hard for Sabe.  My nanna and him were married for only 2 years, and it just seems soooo unfair that he had to be pulled away from her so soon.  It was probably the best 2 years of her whole life.  He treated her like she has always deserved to be treated, he adored her.  And she him.  This whole event has just been terribly heartbreaking.  Watching this big strong man wither before our eyes was so hard.  Alot like when my mom was sick.  Its amazing how fast our bodies change once it decides its going to leave us.  Even though it was hard, Im so glad we were all able to be with him, by his side through it all.  Even though he couldnt respond, Im sure he knew we were there.  He left this world with loving hands on him, just like my momma did.  One thing I was wishing so badly this week that my daddy could of felt... but then I was reminded what a private man my dad was, and he probably would of hated people standing over him if he was sick.  I know this.  We will miss this beautiful soul we lost so very much.  I was reminded once again what an amazingly strong woman my Nanna is, and what a caring soul she has.  Watching her hold his hand and talk to him was another one of the most bittersweet moments Ive ever experienced.  She is the ultimate nurturer.  I look up to my Nanna in the biggest way.  I pray she feels the love of this family and finds peace in her heart once again.  I am so blessed to be a part of such a loving family.

Sabe, I love you.
Laura