Christina Couch

Wishing You a .....

2009-04-11T23:38:00.000-04:00

My Dream Space.....

2009-04-05T22:57:00.007-04:00

My Dream Space .....

Discoverd in the recent copy of Country Living Magazine.

I love everything about it. The colors, the textures, the cottage feel.

I could so kick back, and dream away my day in this room.

This would make a great little studio, or even a little shop.

I want this room...... {oh, sigh...}

Doll House Art Exhibit...by Heather Benning

2009-04-04T07:08:00.014-04:00

I was out in blog world, while drinking my morning coffee this morning.... and I ran across info about this artist from Canada who decided to 'refab' an abandoned farm house and make it a art exhibit.

The farmhouse located in a Saskatchewan farm field was abandoned in the 60's and she worked on it for 18 months to bring the interior back to the 60's splendor. The back of the house is plexiglass to keep with the doll house view.

Just thought it was pretty cool to share. I guess at some point we all dream of a life size doll house of our very own...she actually made hers and called it art!

I got the Alabama Blues......

2009-03-25T23:07:00.005-04:00

Today - just felt like a rainy and dreary blah - Monday. I worked today, took a interesting class, was fairly productive, etc... Yet I just had the blues. I think it is because I am a little homesick, and ready to be back in Alabama. ;-( Avery had such a good time that it made the 9 hour drive worth it. For a good hour while we were heading home, all she talked about was how much she did not want to leave Alabama....and the reality was I did not want to leave Alabama either. Every time we come home, for a mini trip, the harder it is to make the trip back to Ohio. We need to move back, before we miss out on much more family fun and good weather. Everyone we care about most lives there, or in Florida, and we do miss out on so much (the small things). Avery is missing out on bdays with her cousins, trips to the beach. Foot Ball cookouts, Tide Football. Sunday dinners with Mi Maw Maw and slumber parties with her cousins. We are just going to have to do it, make it happen. It certainly is not fun feeling this way ;-(

And life is just passing us by.....

Over the years.....Avery is 5 today!!!

2009-03-18T11:39:00.002-04:00

Avery Allison Couch is 5 today!!!

My Silly Girl.....

2009-03-09T00:44:00.004-04:00

Avery is soon to be 5 - March 18th.

She is 3 in these pictures!! Wow - where has the
time gone?

Repost....25 Random Things about me....what About You?

2009-03-02T05:28:00.004-05:00

... 25 Random Things about Me

1. It has been 11 years since I have moved to Ohio!

2. My middle name is Marie.

3. I am a only child...however, I have 7 cousins, that I consider siblings in some way or another. Growing up I was never just the only child.

4. I love chocolate.

5. My little dog Lulu, makes me smile everyday.

6. In the first grade I remember coming home telling my grandma that I wanted to be called Marie, instead of Christy. I had a name tag and everything that I made in school. Why she asked?, my reply...there are 4 other Christy's in my class and I want to be different! Went back the next day and had to introduce myself as Christy Eubanks, with my grandmother standing next to me. She told me I will always be different ;-)

7. I went to 4 elementary/middle schools. Center Point Elementary, Avondale Elementary, Glenn Iris Elementary and St Pauls Catholic.

8. I went to 3 High schools. John Carroll, Choctawatchee and Shades Valley

9. I have always been a night owl...

10. I love to listen to all types of music..favorites right now is John Jackson and Amy McDonald.

11. I have 4 emails accounts and 2 blogs.

12. I have 10 unfinished house projects just waiting to be completed!

13. My favorite magazine is Southern Living.... Thank You Aunt Sharon, for the new subscription ;-)

14. I have blood type O negative.

15. I have a dream that one day I will own a cute little zippy convertible sports car.

16. I watch the Big Love series on HBO. Don't ask me why...just curiosity.

17. I will be 37 years old this year....but I feel like I am 30.

18. I spend way too much time on the computer.

19. I am fascinated by all the social media outlets and how the Internet has evolved.

20. My favorite flower is the Day Lily - "Alabama Jubilee" I have one growing in one of my flowerbeds..I have for 6 years now.

21. I collect Christmas Ornaments. Glass and Mercury glass varieties.

22. I named my daughter after the chapel I was married in and after one of favorite sisters in law!

23. My interests can change with the direction of the wind...I think that may be my ADD.

25. I am a Mom....to a splendid little sassy and cute........ soon to 5 year old girl!!! There you have it....25 Random Things about Me! What about you?

Thinking of Spring....

2009-02-17T06:17:00.010-05:00

As Avery's birthday approaches, I begin to think of spring.

Daffodils were one of my grandmothers favorite flowers. And when I see them, I think of her and I think of spring. Growing up in Alabama, spring was a great time of the year. Daffodils would be springing up and the Azaleas, would be ready to burst with bright and beautiful blooms. I am so ready to Sping into the season. Hopefully, here in Ohio, Spring will come early!

What Does Red Taste Like?

2009-02-09T22:47:00.000-05:00

I am following Columbus Parenting on Twitter....and came across this "tweet".

A writing challenge for parents, children & teachers. This week it is to write a small paragraph about what a color would taste or smell like to you.

Idea is it is suppose to encourage no wrong answers...just true creative writing.

So I pick the color red...

"Red tastes like cinnamon red hots. A sweet and spicy hot candy. A candy that sets your mouth ablaze and leaves behind a sweet burn on your tongue. Red tastes like spicy sweet cinnamon red hots to me."

Have a great weekend!

Sweet BoWeevil

2009-02-09T12:42:00.005-05:00

About a week ago we lost our sweet kitty - Bo Weevil. He was 19 years old! He was such a sweet cat. He would come to you whenever you called him.

To the very end he hunted and would leave little fury presents on our doorstep. He had such a distinctive meow, and whenever you touched him or picked him up her would just purr away.

There will never be another one like him.

RIP my sweet Bo Weevil. We miss you.

25 Random Things about Me........

2009-02-08T23:48:00.004-05:00

Many of you may have read or heard about how millions are sharing 25 random things about themselves on the social media site Facebook.

Personally - I am not a user of Facebook, though I know many who love it. I think I like blogging and Twitter...Anyway I am going to be a follower and post on my Blog...

25 Random Things about Me

1. It has been 11 years since I have moved to Ohio!

2. My middle name is Marie.

3. I am a only child...however, I have 7 cousins, that I consider siblings in some way or another. Growing up I was never just the only child.

4. I love chocolate.

5. My little dog Lulu, makes me smile everyday.

6. In the first grade I remember coming home telling my grandma that I wanted to be called Marie, instead of Christy. I had a name tag and everything that I made in school. Why she asked?, my reply...there are 4 other Christy's in my class and I want to be different! Went back the next day and had to introduce myself as Christy Eubanks, with my grandmother standing next to me. She told me I will always be different ;-)

7. I went to 4 elementary/middle schools. Center Point Elementary, Avondale Elementary, Glenn Iris Elementary and St Pauls Catholic.

8. I went to 3 High schools. John Carroll, Choctawatchee and Shades Valley

9. I have always been a night owl...

10. I love to listen to all types of music..favorites right now is John Jackson and Amy McDonald.

11. I have 4 emails accounts and 2 blogs.

12. I have 10 unfinished house projects just waiting to be completed!

13. My favorite magazine is Southern Living.... Thank You Aunt Sharon, for the new subscription ;-)

14. I have blood type O negative.

15. I have a dream that one day I will own a cute little zippy convertible sports car.

16. I watch the Big Love series on HBO. Don't ask me why...just curiosity.

17. I will be 37 years old this year....but I feel like I am 30.

18. I spend way too much time of the computer.

19. I am fascinated by all the social media outlets and how the Internet has evolved.

20. My favorite flower is the Day Lily - "Alabama Jubilee" I have one growing in one of my flowerbeds..I have for 6 years now.

21. I collect Christmas Ornaments. Glass and Mercury class varieties.

22. I named my daughter after the chapel I was married in and after one of favorite sisters in law!

23. My interests can change with the direction of the wind...I think that may be my ADD.

24. I have been married 11 years and counting.

25. I am a Mom....to a splendid little sassy and cute........ soon to 5 year old girl!!!

There you have it....25 Random Things about Me!

What about you?

GO Alabama - - We had a great time!

2009-02-07T22:29:00.005-05:00

Some Pics From Christmas for Allison and Rachel

2009-02-07T22:02:00.003-05:00

My Work in Progress.....

2009-02-05T21:52:00.003-05:00

Yes I know - we are well into the New Year and Christmas

has come and gone..but I have been slowly making progress.

I hope to finish by the time Christmas is here!

These are my favorite elements so far......to be continued.

Following the blog scene.......

2009-02-03T19:00:00.008-05:00

Down below you will see the many blogs I follow. One thing is for sure, I can not tell you the last book I have read, but I have read countless blogs. All sooo creative and inspiring. Each are individual, and sooo expressive. I am hooked that is for sure!

I decided to follow along and create my own little blog corner of the world. I want to share my light hearted sense of self, and journal what makes me tick at least for that moment. I wonder if I will have any followers...will I be that interesting for others to want to follow...time will tell.

Some of my most favorite blogs are those where a little piece of their lives are shared, be it their family, hobbies, obsessions...or simple points of view. I think for many blogging can be so therapeutic in many ways. For me just sitting here this evening listening to some of my favorite tunes, writing out loud for others to read....is really relaxing. Which is a very good thing, because I too frequently feel like I am in a rat race, and constantly on the run going about 80 mph all the way.

At least for this moment, I am in the slow lane enjoying myself, finding my happy place.

Top five favorites and why...
http://www.sadieolive.com/theblog/
Great sense of design, style, love her photography. Just a girl doing what makes her happy.

http://deardaisycottage.typepad.com/
I love the music on her blog, the fresh look and feel. Her fun spirit and cute little dog. And she loves red (one of my favorite colors)

http://lolabboutique.blogspot.com/
Just a girl, doing her thing. Loving her family, cool finds, all things white and feeding her creative spirit.

http://absolutelybeautifulthings.blogspot.com/
Bright, Pink and Fresh. Young and stylish.

http://bellapink.typepad.com/bella_pink_postcards_from/
Cottage chic. Love her romantic themes and sense of humour.

If you get a chance check them out....you will see why I follow them.

My New Addiction.....

2009-02-03T02:04:00.003-05:00

This is my new addiction! A Pink Blackberry! It is so adorable. I have only had it for 5 days now and I am truly hooked!!! I went for the blackberry for the calendar/task features and unlimited access to emails. Pretty sad that I have 4 separate email accounts. ;-(

Recently I added Twitter Berry - a fun app that lets me send 'tweets' to my peeps ;-) I love that I can stay connected with my family and friends, while I am on the go.

Yes my adorable, cute little pink blackberry is bringing happiness to my world!

Blog....per Merriam-Webster

2009-02-01T21:26:00.000-05:00

blog

Pronunciation: \ˈblȯg, ˈbläg\
Function: noun
Etymology: short for Weblog
Date: 1999
: a Web site that contains an online personal journal with reflections, comments, and often hyperlinks provided by the writer ; also : the contents of such a site

I decided to start a new blog! I want this blog to be more of a online journal, where I can write out loud and share with others, what inspires me and makes me happy! This is also another outlet for me to be creative!

I hope you enjoy reading! Please feel free to leave comments. I look forward to hearing from you.

Me