Found these beautiful roses on Pinterest and just had to look at them a little longer.  The colors and their arrangement are just gorgeous.  Flowers and gardening just make me happy and give me a little respite from life's little pressures.

Had a fun and wonderful day at work again today.  I changed jobs about a year ago; after spending many a spring and summer day wishing I were outside playing in the garden or going antiquing instead of working, since starting this business, that is no longer a concern for me.  It is a rare day that I think of things I would rather be doing than working.  Its a nice feeling being happy and productive at work.  I get to do what I like, meet great people, and enjoy each day as a new adventure.  The only negative if there is one, is that there is simply not enough time to do all the things that need doing, both creatively and domestically.  I'm sure I am not the only person that feels that way.  Some days I feel I have a handle on things, next thing you know, payroll is due, merchandise needs pricing, the car needs servicing, and the garden could use a decent weeding.  But I am thankful to have the opportunity to be self employed and spend my time doing the things I love.