Life at a "Swell's" pace

Five on Friday (Spark of loves this week)

Another Friday! Yay! I have been taking a little bit off from posting, I do apologize for that, but we have been preparing our garden plots for planting and I have just been too busy to post anything recent. Garden pictures will come soon to add to our "Our Garden Currently" section, so do stay tuned for those. But with that said, here are the five things that made my week.

1. This mouse and mouse pad.

Because it was time for an upgrade.

2. This old dog.

Because he turns 14 this year, but still has the spunk of a puppy. His name is Baz and he is loved.

3. This frame.

Because it's being worked into a project and it's coming together nicely. More on that later.

4. These sponsors.

Because they are great companies and they deserve a little shout out. Check them out!

5. These Easter treats.

Because just when I think I am in the clear for watching my calories, along comes Easter candy.

You can join this link up, along with me, by visiting Carolina Charm each Friday and adding your five.

What happened this time last year?

April is Autism Awareness Month

April is Autism Awareness Month, did you know that about 1 in every 88 children in the United States has autism? Stella & Dot has put together a delightful collection that will brighten up your day and help a great cause! The Stella & Dot Autism Awareness Collection features fun and functional bags as well as a visionary bracelet that will wrap your wrist in love.

Get involved and shop the collection or host an Autism Awareness Collection trunk show The net proceeds go to support the HollyRod Foundation in its effort to assist children and families affected by autism. Helping out is easy — go to Stella & Dot, purchase a lovely tote, pouch or bracelet, host a trunk show or simply share with your circle!

Meow, meow, meow

Our snowy wonderland

We have had quite the white wonderland here in the Willamette Valley lately. We got a solid downfall of snow for two days, and then it was all perfectly preserved in a sheet of ice. The roads and highways were such a mess, and the snow plows were working overtime. But now the sun as peeked out and the rain has come in a few days here and there and washed it all away. Before the snow got too deep to even walk through, we went out and about to capture some pictures and have some fun.