1. "Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. But today is a gift; that is why it is called the present." ~ Kung Fu Panda2. "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit." ~ Aristotle3. "Life isn't about finding yourself. Life's...

scary tree trunk down the road..

Another great trip to Hico, Texas for the  bi-annual Antique Show.  This is my favorite antique show (just a tad higher than the Paris Street show in Denver)I really enjoyed my time with my friends Pattie and Stephanie who made the driving trip so much fun.  I laughed...

I saw this on one of my favorite blogs..Brave GirlIt just reminded me to be careful with my words and and conversations.  There is way more importantthings to discuss than gossip and drama.I will try not to get all caught up in someone else'sdrama because I have...

I have changed my Blog name from The Life and Times of Samantha to Fat Cow Studio.  I am adding an Etsy account soon and I want all the names to match up.I hope that all my friends can still find me!Samantha is still fine.  She is getting older and having a hard...

 It was a perfect Saturday in Texas.  A nice cold front blew through and brought rain and much cooler weather.  It was a great day to stay inside and get creative.I love Halloween and I was in the mood to make some spooky creatures.I made these out of sculpty clay and...

Kim driving full steam ahead on Route 66My Sister, Kim and I took a few days to travel from Texas to Colorado recently.  On our way to Santa Fe, we stopped at Tucumcari, NM and took the old Route 66.  It was so amazing and awe-inspiring.    These are just a few of the...

My sister Kim and my new brother-in-law, Dan's wedding was extraordinary.  Their special day was the most original, magical, sweet and spiritual wedding I have ever attended.  It was such an honor to be a part of such a beautiful event.Here is a sneak peek at some of...