Friday, February 16, 2007

my biggest fan

My seven year old drew this for me.
He drew this after weeks of being picked up from after-school-care later than usual. After a week and a half of me being out of town. After me being busy and distracted with projects, email, phone calls and heaps of felt...

He gets it. He knows exciting things are happening. He thinks it's cool. I must savor this fleeting moment.

I know what it's like to be proud of my kids...but I had no idea how good it feels to have my kids be proud of me.

23 comments:

Lynn in Tucson said...

That brought tears to my eyes. Truly.
Congratulations.

Jan said...

Awwww.
He's right, you know!! (I love mine.)

purplepinkandorange said...

seriously, talk about heartwarming! It's great that you have raised him in a way that he understands what is going on and isn't feeling left out because mom's got a bunch of good things going on. That's so awesome!

Thimbleanna said...

Definitely teary eyed! I think this picture should go in your new book. What a great keepsake -- those little boys, they DO love thier mothers!

Isobel said...

Cool kid

Carrie Sommer said...

That's the best part about running a business from home; the kids get to see how hard it is to work towards something you really believe in. Love that!

cristina said...

thats so sweet! and i'm a little teary now...

futuregirl said...

This is so cool that it's making me tear up. Awesome!

mimulus said...

its a good thing for our kids to know we are people (with our own hopes and dreams) besides moms!

shula said...

He's right of course, your cupcakes are cool.

I saw the Martha segment on cable at 2am the other night, quite by accident. I felt very proud, because I knew who you are, and felt like I knew you because I read your blog.

How weird is that?

Great segment though. You really are very clever.

Andi said...

Nothing makes me feel better than hearing Sprout tell me that the things I make are beautiful. Whether she's right or not isn't as significant as the idea that she approves of my efforts.

muffinandme said...

Your cupcakes ARE cool, so tactile, so asking to be hugged. (I have a thing for felted wool). I saw you this week on Martha and there was no way I could have told that this was your first experience in front of a television camera. You came across as very comfortable, collected, and confident.

I am looking forward to your book being published and will definitely make sure that at least one copy is winging its way down to Australia's sunny climes.

Cool, cool kid. I am sure that is one piece of artwork that will be treasured.

Jocelyn House
Bungendore NSW, Australia

Sew Recycled! said...

Oh, how sweet, especially when its boys that can appreciate and be in awe of their mum. I think your fab too!

Sew Recycled! said...

Oh, so sweet! Its great when boys can be in awe of their mum! I think your cool too!

cruststation said...

So cute, must be the sweetest feeling ever to have your son as the biggest fan of your work.

deb said...

aww. that's sweet all right!

Rid said...

Hello Betz,(excuse my english!)I'm from Barcelona (Spain). I saw your tutorial and I've made a flower ring...After that, I tried to make a brooch but I've got problems with leaves...Your blog is great, congratualtions!If you want you can see the pictures (flower ring)at my blog https://filblau.blogspot.com
Thank you and see you soon!!!

jen said...

That's a sweet picture. Have you taught him how to make the cupcakes/

rachel said...

how sweet is this! they ARE cool and so is he to do this for you! i'm SO excited to get my cupcake in the mail - wahooooo! have a great week betz! hugs, rach

susan b anderson said...

I love your book cover-it is fantastic, colorful and enticing! Beautifully done, no worries!

Now the title of my book is being changed on me! Ha!

I'll be in touch soon, when I get a chance to breath.

best, susan

elisa said...

Don't you love that? My oldest son is my biggest fan and PR rep. He tells everyone at his school, my mom makes bags! Have you seen her website??
Kids are so darn cool.

kristina said...

Aw, that is just too sweet and adorable! ;)

minuit citrouille said...

Hi I watched the video at the Martha's Stewart show it was great!