Ode to Grandma

Why a second blog, you ask?? Why it's name Snibbles?

Well, first of all, I really have been toying with having strictly a photoblog. The purpose of a photoblog for me, would give me an excuse, or rather, a reason, I could practice my photography and a place to put it out there.

The other thought I had was to have this as a place to have any creative endeavors I am currently interested in on here. I have so many things I want to do that are creative, that having an actual place to document it, or share with those who are interested in viewing- will make me more apt to actually do it. I am a big procrastinator. I have so many interests that I want to do, but there is this thing called time that gets in the way. Pre-children, I had a lot more time- but never used it to my advantage. Now I have less of it and I am constantly trying to figure out a way to have me time so that I don't get lost in the mix and still fulfill this creative need.

I really have to thank my Mom for putting the craftiness- or the "want to be" craftiness in me. She was always making things, sewing, doing needlepoint or crochet, etc.

I want to pursue- obviously photography- which I love- but I actually want to take a class to learn the proper techniques. Painting, jewelry making, cooking, and interior design are some of my other interests. I would love to have my own kiln one day to make pottery. Other areas to pursue are writing, reading, music and of course scrapbooking, which combines journaling and photography all in one. This blog will be an outlet for me, even if it is to share my thoughts, what inspires me and what motivates me to be more productive and enjoy life. Life doesn't always have to be about work, chores and responsibilities, right??

Snibbles will be about me. My first blog, TheGusBus, will continue on. As you know, it is a constant adventure, and of course, my first priority. The intention of that blog, really is to keep everyone, near and far, up to date and to share our adventures! Plus there are always some really adorable pictures on there!! ; ) If I do say so myself!

Now the name Snibbles. Where did this come from???

Well, a couple of you, already know the answer. My maternal Grandma, would always call little pieces of paper or fuzz on the floor "snibbles". Over the years, as I grew up, I really thought this was a made up word. Not until, just a few years ago, did I find out it is an actual, real word!!!!!
(google it)
Well, her using this word (one that I think is very obscure) makes perfect sense. You see, she loved Scrabble. Also, as a young adult, she did go to Teachers school for some time. This was not very common for women of her generation to actually pursue college. She would have been an excellent teacher.

I have always loved the word Snibbles, not only because it reminds me of my Grandma, but because it is a word that is very uncommon and cute. This blog, will be just that, snibbles. Little pieces or scraps of my life, documented to share.