One Woman's Trash

is my treasure! Monday my mother, little sister, and I went to Savers, a giant thrift store in Mesa. I found two pairs of shoes that looked like they were only worn a couple times. The miracle was that I needed new church shoes and flats, but I hadn't been able to find anything. Then with quitting my job, I couldn't afford to buy new shoes anyway. And then there they were--in my size, my style, waiting for me. The church shoes are satiny heels with a little bow on each toe. They were $5.99, but blue-tag items were on sale, so they rang up as $0.99! The flats also have a bow on each toe, but with white stitching (see picture below), and were $7.99. And, in honor of pig week, I found a pair of brand new piggy slippers for $3.99!




Yesterday, we went to Goodwill. There I found a brown skirt for $4.99 and two books: The Miracle of Forgiveness ($1.99) and How to Win Friends and Influence People ($1.49). I am definitely happy with my finds.

Pig Week Day 3

Here are some random everyday items in pig form.


Yummy! Who wouldn't want to eat this cute guy? Very creative, especially once I have kids.

I actually have the pink keychain. My mother-in-law bought it for me. It oinks every time the light turns on.

Who would be sad on a rainy day if they were carrying this happy umbrella?

For the not so bold, this works too.

Golf club head cover. Cuter than the one I want.

Another head cover.

Pig Week Day 2

Here are some more home items:


These remind me of Hamm from Toy Story. I wouldn't actually buy these, but I thought they were a clever idea.

Totally cute chair I would buy for my toddler!

Light covers, specifically for the kitchen.

This one is just for Francine and Oscar. :0)

Love this sink stopper!

Pig Week Day 1

For those of you who don't know, I LOVE pigs! I have collected pig items, figurines, and stuffed animals for as long as I can remember. So this first week of April I dedicate to cute little piggy treasures. Day 1 is kitchen gadgets.


This timer is exactly what my kitchen needs. So cute and colorful!

These corn holders make eating corn on the cob so much more fun!

Yum, I want waffles now! The front right is a pig shape.

I would love to see Francesca on this mug.

This is totally me! The pig is a salt shaker and the scale is a pepper shaker. And I love the little piggy slippers too!

This is a beautiful set that balances classy with cute.

More coming!

Bittersweet Tears

Friday I quit my job--I am no longer a ballroom dance instructor. There were many factors involved, but it all boiled down to my relationship with Justin. The schedule, long hours, commitment, and stress were too much for us. He comes first, so I decided to quit. I almost chickened out, and Justin suggested I wait another week, but I immediately felt uncomfortable with that idea. I had a strong feeling from the Spirit that I should do it then. I told my manager, who took it very well (thank you, Heavenly Father!), and then burst into tears.

It all feels like a dream: the dancing, the dressing up, the students, the meetings. It was only a few days ago that I was still a part of that. I will miss some things, most especially learning how to dance, but I can't deny the relief I felt when I said I wasn't going to be able to work anymore. I know it was the right thing to do.