WINTER WEATHER SURVIVAL

So, it is snowing an unbelievable amount of snow once again in the Tri-State area. I don't mind it so much since I don't have to commute to my job! Tons of people, including families, got stuck on highways overnight just north of me. Ding! Light bulb in head lights and memory of Mother telling me to keep my emergency car kit in my trunk even though it took up space and clunked around as I drove fast corners.

This is true though. I would take mine out when ever I could get the chance because it took up space. Now I am rethinking that and wanting to add to it.

So what to have in that valuable car kit that may entertain, feed, warm, and save you or your family if you where stuck on the side of a snow filled highway? I hit the keyboard and came up with a list of must haves that can easily fit in a small flat storage bin in your trunk. For those of you that love Amazon Prime....this list is for you!

• Collapsible Emergency Snow Shovel

• Snow & Ice Car Scraper

• LED Flashlight (the dollar stores also have packs of these for cheap)

• Gloves (Waterproof Thermal pair and extra cheapish ones for passengers...you may have to walk eventually)
• Jug of H2O
  

• Thermal Emergency Blanket

• Emergency Hammer

• 12 hour glow sticks

• Emergency Food Bar

• Dried Fruit and nuts that are air sealed
• Diaper/wipy supplies for those of you with little ones
• A game and book for kids

Some of these things you might be carrying with you all ready but some of these things would not be thought of. I am going to get my kit back together and in my car. I am also going to get a couple of things for the house as well. As much snow as we have been getting I would rather be ready than hungry and thirsty. Happy Winter!

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TEMPLE GRANDIN--ANOTHER DOOR

I just got done watching the most extraordinary movie. Claire Danes plays the role of an autistic female growing up and dealing with the lack of knowledge of her disorder in the 1950's-70's. My boyfriends nephew is autistic and was the first person I knew with autism. I knew what autism was but could not totally grasp how an autistic mind viewed the world. This movie did an amazing job at making you relate to their views. On top of that, it gives insight into the cattle industry. Temple was easily fascinated with cattle and the slaughter house process. She came up with revolutionary ways of herding and moving cattle in the ranching process that were very violent and sometimes deadly for the cattle before. She is now a professor and a speaker on the topic of Autism and been published several times.

One thing she was told at one point in her life was to see a situation as a "door opening." This saying was meant to be a metaphor but in her literal mind she would actually see doors that could open when she was about to leap a hurdle in her life. I will always see doors now that "could open" for me every where I go.

This movie aired on HBO and I'm not sure where or when you can view it again but if you get the chance or if it eventually gets to Netflix, which I hope it does, then put it at the top of your list of movies to watch. Amazing, amazing, amazing!

To read more about Temple Grandin and where she is now visit her site. To find out more about autism please feel free to visit the Autism Society of America or Autism Research Institute.

FASHIONS FALLEN DEAR

The fashion world lost one of its most innovative designers this week. I personally have been very fortunate to see the rise of this great design label and have been inspired by Alexander McQueen's designs many times. I can remember the first time I put name to design and fell in love with the amazing visual story and contemporary artfulness that was the Fall 2006 McQueen fashion show in Paris. I personally had never seen such a dramatic performance, as I watched the show on Style.com, to see the pulse pumping music, designs, and hologram silhouette of a watery blue Kate Moss floating mid air. I was truly moved then and many more times as I kept following this great designer!

To McQueen: Your amazing visions of superb talent will be greatly missed. May they continue to inspire and live on in your memory!

Tell me the first time you were touched by McQueen...

MY MUSE FOR THE SPRING

Image by Es + Es kids
Looking through ETSY last night and I found my Muse for the spring! This little girl caught my eye (on the right) while I was looking at what my competition could be in the Kids section of ETSY. I do have to say that this designer is young and fresh and surprising to see on ETSY for Kids clothing. Mad props to Es + Es Kids! Please keep coming out with designs like these. I'm going to try to give ya a run for your money though!

I always am looking for inspiration so link me to your favorite kids wear. Are you loving someones designs for the spring? Is there something specific you're hankering for? Tell me about it!!!

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GLITZ PAGEANT DRESS

The newest addition to MegsCouture is pageant dresses for girls. High to low glitz can be done. To get information on getting a custom made dress made please contact Meghan at meg@megscouture.com!

Top Holiday Kids Stocking Stuffers

Looking for stocking stuffers for your kids...

All handmade and great additions to toys your kids will cherish for generations!

Etsy Buy Handmade MegsCouture

You can find stockings, repurposed or eco friendly plush animals, holiday dresses and jackets, plush play food, and grocery cart covers.

Enjoy!

ETSYKids Halloween Design Challenge--Vote for the best design!

It's getting near the Halloween season. I'm just now brain storming on decorations for the house, parties, and even for kids. Check out some of these great Halloween creations in ETSYKids Team August Design Challenge.

Tons of ETSYKids Team designers have submitted their designs to be voted on. After checking out the entries scroll to the bottom and click the link to vote for your favorite. I was inspired by several of the designs submitted and can't wait to see more design challenges from ETSYKids Team!