Fly By July

Wow, what a fast month.  July flew by with a whole new set of Eclectic activities.

My Consulting business is starting to take off.  I have found pretty steady work consulting with several clients who want to grow their businesses.  They are in the same business, yet all have different challenges and aspirations.  Very fun for me to watch them get inspired and excited about their opportunities.  I am getting a ton of my own inspiration from www.entreprenuer.com  Check them out if you are independent and looking for ways to build your own business.

Meanwhile, on the home front I am now spending more of my time caregiving for my mom and mother-in-law.  Both of them are unable to drive, have mobility issues, and are realizing that they are having to rely on family to get through their days.  It's a challenge, but I realize that the Lord probably decided to force me into early retirement so I can be available to help them.   I've found it very helpful to rely on www.intentionalcaregiver.com where Shelly Webb gives great advice and links to resources to help people like me.  I never expected to be in this position in a million years, so it's helpful to have support from pros.

Next thing that went well is my little Ebay startup.  I really believe retail is something I want to do so I got my resale license, ordered up some scrapbook supplies, and voila, I was in business.  A small little startup budget got me going, and I have sold just about everything I listed that was new.  I also started helping out my sister's sister-in-law by listing some of her vintage stuff.  Low and behold, I'm in the green!  Now, if we could add a few zeros to that monthly revenue stream.

With all this going on, my papercrafting is limited to just a few diecuts going on to Ebay and a few mini-albums in progress.    The orders I've received have depleted my supply, so I'm going to have to get crackin; My goal for August will be to make a few for myself to give as Christmas Gifts.  Anyway, if you want a custom designed mini-album, don't forget to check out my website at www.ellenrika.com

Believe it or not, that isn't enough to keep me busy.  I'm waiting to become a designer for a hot new jewelry company, but I can't post about it until I'm official.  Just suffice it to say that I am looking to purchase some cute OWL decorations to hang LOCKETS.  Yep, party sales.  Next on my list of things to try. 

Have a happy August, in case I don't get back here to post.  Too busy being Eclectic Every Day!