Oh- I so can't wait for Spring...

The wind is blowing, the snow still comes- and I'm not letting go of the thought that warm sunshiney days are just around the corner.... :)

On another note- our studio's, mine, my mom's and best friend Cheryl's- are flurring with excitement- as we get ready to start launching all new product lines, tons of absolutely special one of a kind goods- and a whole lot more fun!!!

Just thought I'd pop in to say good afternoon, and now- back to work.. :) Working on a whole new look for Kaniki's sites!!!

Hugs atcha's....

"Been A Busy Year Indeed"

Yes Indeedy It has.... Been so long since I've been in to post.... We've moved- again- and for the last time... Now in our final place to plant roots and grow old.... And Lovin' It.... We've bought ourselves a little 9.5 acre spread, with all the fixin's for a most wonderful homestead!!! :) I've even re-opened my gift shop- and as you see from the pic, and busy just a stocking!!! Getting ready for the new seaons and holidays ahead....

Ohhh- lets see... So- we moved- we re-did the home we moved into- landscaped, built stalls in the barn, totally built up our gift shop from a bare bones room in the barn, and stocked and cleaned and painted, and landscaped some, and holy!!!! Yes- it's been crazy busy!!! But life is good!!!!

Rach is now about to turn 19, is driving with her permit- and about to get her license, and we just went and helped her go and get a truck- her very first... Well- we tried two other used vehicles first- and no good.... Nope!!! So- this is what we're doing there...

John and her got into a black ice accident with my Jeep- totalled it- but THANK GOD- they walked out of there without a single scratch!!! Had angels watching them that night....

My goodness.. So much- so much- and I've not even been in for a year!!! Good grief.....

On another note- I'm doing quite well with our website- www.justforkeeps.net so if you get a chance stop by to see... And my Zazzle shop is rocking- and growing each day- www.zazzle.com/kanikis.... So- come on by there too!!! I've lots and lots going in on a weekly basis- so be sure to visit often.... Facebook too is keeping me ever so busy- so come on over and visit.. Just look me up... Nichole Franklin ( Kanikis )... I would love a visit.....

Anywho!!! Popping in to get this dusty dusty blog going again- and will be back in more regular to show off some fun stuff- some pics of life around the homestead, my family- and share in on some fun!!!!

Prim Blessings!!!
Niki

Hell0- Hello!!! Haven't posted in so long, it's barely a blog!! Good grief... Seems that life just has a way of taking over and grabbing you by the horns!! And that it has... We've been meandering our way through what I deem to have been a long hard winter. And I'm sooo glad it's almost over. I feel Spring coming soon, and just can't wait!! I mean- I really can't wait.....

My daughter Rachael, just turned 18!!! Yes- 18!!!! OMG..... I just can't belive it. As I sit and listen to her proposed plans upon graduation, about things she's like to do, like to have, the places she might like to see, etc., I am thrilled, happy, sad, scared, nervous- did I say scared?? And so many emotions.. I want the best that life has to offer for our girl. I want Rach to just have it all, but most importantly find happiness in everything she does- and yet--- the mom in me- wants to just keep her forever- here!! lol... I know as life brings to her such great things- that she and I will share them as we go- that John- ( hubby/dad) will be there and sharing as well, but already- I am feeling that "empty nest" syndrome... I just pray no matter what she stays close- so I can still watch her grow and blossom.... That's all we can wish for our children- right?

On another note, our family is still looking for a new home. The home we are renting just isn't working out the way we'd like it to. It's so hard to find "just the right place", when you are such free and creative spirits- and oh- yes- when you have animals!! Our hunting process has been a little slow- because well- we're not getting any younger- lol- and we as bad as moving is to begin with- we REALLY didn't want to do it in the middle of winter again... Good grief....

Also been swamped with website work, working on markeplace goods- advertising, marketing, and am now doing Zazzle more than ever.. I am highly addicted, having fun, making money- and am still able to be here- doing all sorts of things I love to do.. Stop by my zazzle shop if you get a chance...

Well- was out blog hopping on some of my favorite blogs- and thought perhaps I might just post myself!!! Hope you are all safe, warm, and snuggy- and that Spring breathes its warm fresh air into your hearts soon!!

Here's an adorable picture- I'm sure that is copyrighted- but it's been sent to me via email- with a "funny" saying about winter... Please, if you share- make sure you let people know it's only for sharing the fun. This is "The Bluebird Of Happiness".. Just made me chuckle...

Many Blessings!!

Niki

Just wanted to pop in and share yet another creation... Just finished this set up for a very special customer...
Yes- I was making Santa's After Christmas... lol...

Many Blessings... Now- On To Spring... YAY!!!
Niki

Hello Hello!! Just wanted to pop in to share some pics- and wish warmest wishes to everyone!! We went and got our tree last Saturday- and just had a blast!! Got it up and decorated in one night- imagine that!! Last year- we had no Christmas- due to moving- but this year- we have a just wonderful- gorgeous little tree!! Lovin' It!!

And... I wanted to post some pics of 6 brandy dandy new "Snowy's" that I just finished... I'm in the middle of completing some Xmas orders- and welll- since I was making one for an order- I made 6... Five of them are going on Etsy and my website- either tonight or tomorrow!! And One - well- will be on his way to his new home by Friday!!

And here's a better pic- well not better- but brighter- so you can see all their cute little faces and goodies!!

Well- hope you enjoyed the pics- and I sure hope you are all warm and snuggy!! We've had som really really snarly cold icky weather here in Upstate NY.... Brrrrrrrrrrrrr.....

Many Blessings!!

Niki

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... And boy is it a busy time of year!! I'm working on finishing up two more last of the year orders- and then I am taking some time to regroup and and spend time with my family!! We're going to get our tree on the 11th- and then I'm cutting loose!! Decorations will fly- branches will be spun about the house- and my electric bill is definitely going to go up!! Because I'm going to have white lights everywhere!! :) What can I say? Last year- we didn't have a Christmas so to speak- as we moved into our 'temporary" home right before xmas.. It was not fun!! This year- the stockings will be hung- the decorations will be merry- and oh- of course I have some serious baking to do!!

Will be back again soon with some Christmas Decor pictures, and maybe a few good recipes to share!! Some of my newest favorites!!

Many Blessings!!

Niki

Popping in to wish all of you a most wonderful Thanksgiving with your friends and families!!!

Will be back much more after the holidays...

Many Blessings

Niki