Going out of my comfort zone

Every once in a while, we moms should all try something we THINK we cannot do. It really doesn't matter what it is, just anything that will challenge you beyond your normal day to day. I did that this past weekend with a group of friends, some old and some new and my husband Jason. We did the Spartan Race at the White Water Center. It is one of those crazy mud run obstacle race things that just kicks your butt! 4+ miles of slippery mud, trail running, crawling under barbed wire and walls to climb over. It was the most insane thing that most of us had ever done (most folks were saying it was much tougher than warrior dash or mud runs). More than once- I thought, REALLY??? I am doing this???? But about half-way through, I said ... REALLY!!!! I AM DOING THIS! It was humbling and empowering all at the same time- and loved every minute of it. 2 hours of pushing myself past where I ever thought I could go, invigorated me in a strange way. I felt "new" even though I was beat up and  felt like I could take on the world.When I was finished, and saw how proud my family were of me- it just made the day beyond perfect. I have already signed up for next year.

This kind of thing is not everyone's up of tea I know. BUT find that thing, that thing you think you might not be able to do and do it. Sing on stage, go back to school, take dance classes, ANYTHING. You will feel like Wonder Woman (or a Spartan).

Take Care,
Kerrie

Springtime Craft!

Do you remember making the string covered balloons as a kid? I loved making them- and a post on pintrest brought it all back to me. I decided to make a tiny version of my childhood craft to look like Easter eggs. Last weekend was fabulous so my girls and I decided to craft outside. Good thing because this was a little messy. All you need is string, glue, water, spray oil and some small balloons. I recommend "water balloons" for making small egg shapes.

Mix 1 cup of white glue with 2 tablespoons water.
Blow up your balloons to desired "egg" size and spray them with spray oil. This helps the string release.
Now, drag your string through the glue mixture and slop onto the balloon.
Wrap the balloon in all directions until is it evenly covered.
Find a place to hang them overnight. (best way to dry) Make sure you put paper under them.
Carefully pop the balloon and pull it out through one of the spaces in the string.

Easy, messy and fun. Put your eggs on display on a bowl or make a garland out of them by tying them to a ribbon!

See my pics below!
Happy Spring!
Kerrie