It's my second CKC experience (after teaching in Louisville in March) and already I feel like a pro. The classes are fun to teach and the students are excited to learn. Put that together and you've got a whole lot of paper crafting love! Below you can get a glimpse into what goes on in my classes. The four cards displayed I received as a part of the card swap. These ladies are talented! :)
I, of course, put a lot of thought into what to wear, and before working at Paper Crafts, purple was rarely a color of choice. But I have fully embraced the royal hue by wearing it in the form of splashy prints and sequins.
It might surprise you that I actually don't mind the alone time that comes with traveling for business. I don't freak out at the airport, and I am even OK with eating alone. Of course, it would be nicer to have someone here with me (like my sister perhaps or a male companion of some sort :)) but I have ventured out on my own nonetheless. Had lunch in the park. Wandered down Elm Street. People watched. And tonight after my teaching schedule is through, I intend to do some more of that. Manchester is so pretty with historic brick buildings and trees as far as the eye can see. And while wandering last night, I felt incredibly safe!
I'll admit I've been talking on the phone and texting more than usual to cure the loneliness, but I'll be back in Utah by supper time tomorrow night. Home sweet home!
Say a prayer for my safe travel!
Susan
Fun! Glad you are enjoying yourself! I am doing well with the alone time also. But I will be happy when you are back. :)
Posted by: beth opel | May 16, 2009 at 10:07 AM
i envy alone time every now and then...im a people person, and love having people around, but once a month or so, i do it exactly like in the movies, push everyone out, shut the door, lean up against it, and let out a huuuuuge sigh.
it looks like you had a great time and saw a lot of great things, so it seems like a win-win situation!
Posted by: andy roets | May 16, 2009 at 03:41 PM
Fabulous photos!! I don't mind alone time either... I ventured alone to CKC-Nashville several years ago, very neat experience. Speaking of CKC-Nashville... will you be teaching there anytime soon?! I'd work in a road trip if you were :)
Safe travels home!!
hugs & ♥♥♥~
rae
Posted by: rae | May 17, 2009 at 06:31 AM
Praying for a safe trip across the U.S.A. Love you!
Posted by: Mom | May 17, 2009 at 10:22 AM
Girl how did you feel safe in Manchester...lol...I find it a little less than desirable! However, I am certainly glad you came along to teach you kick ass classes!! I hope you are back in UT safe and sound!
Posted by: Beth | May 17, 2009 at 04:30 PM
Looks like a blast! You look great in purple. :-)
Posted by: Angie | May 18, 2009 at 10:12 PM