Oh to catch some Zzzz's

I really haven't forgotten about my blog, the contrary actually, I have been wanting to get on here quite a bit and share all the various things that are happening yet, finding the time seems almost impossible.
In the past few weeks we have been out of state and out of town at least 6 times, I signed up to help coordinate and be a spokes person for Improving Birth National Rally (yay!), I have designed a few new pieces, created over 15 custom orders on top of creating at least 10 made to order trees, all while keeping up with my home responsibilities. Between all the emails, letters, orders, kids and cleaning my blog took the back burner.

My blog is not the only thing that seems to be sitting on the back burner, I don't think that I have taken enough time for myself in the last 3 weeks at least. I did get my hair cut....while nursing a fussy baby under my cape...Everyday I feel exhausted and my house and health are taking the toll.
1. I know I need to drink more
2. I know I need to eat more
3. I know I need to sleep more
4. I need to take time to breathe.

Right now I am lucky, A.L. is sleeping and A.S. is watching Diego....it is a rarity that my four year old sit and watch anything....I am enjoying my 18 minutes of peace.

I definitely don't want to get burnt out, so I decided that I am going to take a vacation in August. For one week, no internet, no facebook, no T.V.....just me and my family. I plan to work on new pieces, go on a few hikes, maybe a massage, just a little time to catch some R&R. I wish I could have some other momma's join me, I know I am not the only one who needs it!!! 

Here's the "Giveaway" Scoop

SO the month of July is going to be full of giveaways, one almost every week of the month. Not just a little thing here and there....these giveaways are going to be big! So, to get to the good part.... What is Home Baby Crafts giving away?

*Drum roll please*



Week One (7/9-7/16)- For the Mommas- 
-1 Mother child Pendant (Customizable to include your children's birthstones)

-1 $10 Starbucks giftcard, for when you sneak in that get away or just need a coffee break.

-1 Handmade Cold pressed soap and Bath Bomb, Handmade by Stephanie of Cable Avenue Co. in a beautiful Apple   Blossom Scent. ( This is my absolute favorite soap, my skin has never felt or smelt so good!) I mean what momma doesn't enjoy a nice hot bath and soaking away the pressures of the day? Ahhh....

-$20 in free prints, promotional card from Shutterfly, print off some pictures of your adorable children!

-1 50% off coupon on any Home Baby Crafts item or custom order.

Oh yeah!!!!!

Week Two- (7/16-7/23)- Doulas ONLY!
- Doula Abstract Pendant <3

-1 copy of Ina May's Guide to Childbirth (paperback) to include in her lending library.

-A free 30 minute massage from a local massage clinic to use in the month of August (Value up to $50)
       -The winning doula will pick the facility and I will take care of the rest!-

-1 50% off coupon on any Home Baby Crafts item or custom order.

Doulas are always comforting mommas and I figured they deserved a little TLC back!

Week Three- (7/23-7/30)- Midwives ONLY!


-1  Midwife Abstract Pendant

-1 Handmade Scale Sling for weighing those cute bundles of joy! (yes, made by me) :D

-A free 30 minute massage from a local massage clinic to use in the month of August (Value up to $50)
       -The winning midwife will pick the facility and I will take care of the rest!-

- Framed Natural Mother Birth Art. Who doesn't love awesome office decor? (...and yes another gift made by me!)

-1 50% off coupon on any Home Baby Crafts item or custom order.

Shew! That's a lot of giveaway!! I can't wait to get them rolling! I plan on using rafflecopter for these giveaways so that entrants can earn as many entries as they want! All I ask in return is a little "linky" love to my FB page. <3