Thank you! + The Great White Pumpkin {a little video}

Heloo heloooooo!  I wanted to first and foremostly, say thank you to everyone who was a part of our 3rd annual Halloween bash!  Heartfelt thanks to fellow partiers, guests, and everyone who peeked in!  That also includes silent guests ;)

I am a firm believer that one of the greatest gifts of life, is that we get to actually enjoy our childhood, once we are all growed up. 

I think it is easier for me to appreciate my childhood now, because I don't take myself as seriously, and I don't fuss about what anyone thinks about my lifestyle.  Do you feel the same way?

I could never understand who it was that made us think that we couldn't be ourselves, and be young and free forever? 

We can.

We do have that choice.

We might not have control over the numbers and the years, but we do have control over our minds.

All we have to do is, believe...

But then again, I know you already know that ;)

 

I say we should always try to believe in ourselves, in our dreams, and in our thoughts.

We should all feel happy for each other, and nurture each other...

Which I do think happens when we gather for this sort of fun, don't you?

Thank you for sharing your believing, and for hanging on to a golden thread of imagination.

You are lovely!

I made you a silly little gift, below...

 It is extra squeakey, I know, eeeks!  Squeaky headache ;)

Happy Halloween Month!!! 

 

♥ , V

 

ps:  The names drawn from the proverbial hat, for my giveaway, in order were:  Angie of Vintage Office Type, SusanG of Pieces of Fate and Wende of Creative Art & Edibles.  Hooooray girls!!  E-mail me your snail mail addy's, please.....♥

pss:  A lovely gal asked me some questions, and created a little interview....

psss:  I have so many fun things to share in my next few posts.  I am just itching to share, itching I tell ya.  I will be back real soon ;)

Comments

[Theresa]

Oh, it is WE who must thank YOU, dear Vanessa. For hosting such a lovely fete and gathering us all together to have fun and PLAY. I agree with what you've said - it is important to be yourself and live life as you wish to...without worry and constraints. Three cheers for white pumpkins!!! They are SOOOO magical indeed. And a hearty congratulations to your very lucky winners - I know they will cherish these beautiful gifts from you. Hope you have a wonderful night! xoxo Theresa

[Maria-Thérèse]

Eeeeee! I love it! I've wondered what the elves sound like!

3rd annual party?! That means I've attended them all! Woohoo!

Thank you again for this wonderful feast and also for doing the interview!

[ravenmoonmagic]

My Binny Boo loves your movies so much, that voice of the elves cant let you do anything other than smile and laugh.

Happy Halloween indeed, thankyou so much for your huge wonderful effort.

its always a pleasure participating in anything that you have waved your magic wand over.

tra la la, and thankyou from afar

xxx
sheree and Indi

[Tracy Martinez]

Oh what a cute little video! Thank you Vanessa for having such a wonderful blog and inspiring and uplifting me every time I visit!!!
You are truly magical,
Tracy M.

[Boom]

Thank YOU Vanessa...It was such fun partying with everyone and you are a wonderful motivator to bring back the child in everyone. Of course I, personally, will never grow up...nope,nope, never gonna do it.

[Linda Diane]

Oh, I NEVER want to grow up either! I am just as silly and goofy and fun-loving as any 5 year-old. Thank you, dear V., for feeding our inner child!

I must admit that I did NOT think I would see you here so soon after what I bet was a most exhausting frenzy of Halloween party preparation! I was visiting my sweet mother out of town on party day, and I brought her and my son into the room with the computer and proceeded to treat them to your gorgeous pictures and tale. I read your story out loud to them, and later my mother said that she enjoyed having me read the story in my "expressive" voice. But of course! Could a fanciful Vanessa tale be read any other way?

Oooooh, I spied my friend, Thelonius the spider, in your wee, wonderful video, and it warmed my heart very deeply. : )

[Liz]

I only recently discovered you and I wanted to say what a joy you have brought to my days. Your work is just simply, incredibly enchanting and I am so enamored with it. Thank you for your glorious imagination, you are an inspiration to me!!

[Carousel Dreams]

Darling V, you already know I'm with you on this one! What my kids and husband call nutty, I say I'm whimsical (ok, maybe a little nutty, but hey, who cares?) Love the little videos, squeaky voices and all. And love you for bringing a little magic into our lives x

[m]

Thank you dear V for my Loise the angel card!
Happy Hallowiener dog from my little Bonsai to your big ol' Matty!
~:0

[Belinda Mae]

What a lovely and sweet gathering you have created and I love the voice but my favorite as usual is the old piano music you play. Vanessa you are indeed a worker of magical miracles.You do what many only dream of and encourage others to do the same - to live and dream - to see and be seen - to play and be creative. Thanks ever-so-much for the invites to your blog parties they are truly the bright stars in my year. Have a Happy Halloween and happy days every day of the year. XOXO, Belinda Mae

[making invitations]

thx for sharing the cute video.

make-your-own-invitations.com

[Wendy]

Vanessa, thank you so much for hosting this magickal party. I loved seeing all the witch's that came out and look forward to many more parties with you and new friends in the future.

[Betty : Mrs Yappy Dog]

delightful video but thanks are to you because you have given my imagination a magic wake up potion and I can visit here anytime to be the real me. xxx

[Laura]

Thank YOU for organizing these wondrous events! I can't wait to have the opportunity to actually participate! :-) I was so pleased to have you pay me a visit at Steam Spectre. Happiest of Halloweens to you!

[Renee]

Thank YOU for the wonderful party. I'm still visiting the various parties.

I so agree with you-seems like the older I get the more I realize its okay to just be ME and to let other people be who they are. I have such a live and let live view of the world. Seems like so many problems could be solved if we all just supported one another and don't expect everyone to fit into "our" molds.

[Susan G]

WOWZA!!! I am speechless :) I feel totally blessed, lucky and honored to be the winner of something you have created!

THANK YOU for hosting such a fun event. I'll be back next year also.

I am STILL visiting blogs!! I have the P's, M's and F's to do :)

PLEASE come see my post if you haven't already, I am not drawing my giveaway til friday night :)

Hugs to everyone,

Susan

http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/

[Monica Davis]

Vanessa how sweet is your thank-you gift--the kid in you gets the get in me moving a little faster--because at 52 years young I start slow and get moving a little bit at a time!!!---THANKS
Monica AKA Stampinmama
http://greatstampini.blogspot.com

[Kelly]

V~ I am rediscovering that joy now, at this stage in my life....If we ignore it, it will surely disappear....

Aewsome post!

[Oma Linda]

Dear Lady: The grands and I had such a wonderful time preparing and executing our adventure on this fun event. You are so wonderful to go to the trouble (and I understand you would'nt do it if ya didn't love it) to orchestrate such successful event. Thanks again.

[Moonfairy]

It`s been so long since I visited you last time (shame on me), and I`ve missed out on sooooo many things. Life has been busy, I`ve focused on other stuff than blogging and blog reading, and suddenly months have passed by. Hopefully I can join the Halloween party next year :)
Now off to read old blog posts and updating my own blog.

[Andre/Connie Deblette]

I played your 'squeaky' magical flying video... our cats ears were really Spooked!!! Thanks for the entertainment... think I'm going back to play it again now. Got to get them Activated! Ha! good job ;^)

[Deborah]

You are pure delight. Love your wee voice! Giggles abound. Congratulations to the lucky winners, although we are all winners for having landed in your world of magic and answering the call to come play. **blows kisses** Deb

[karenjasper@comcast.net]

wise wise woman....

[Alia]

Haha your videos are always so adorable! Thank you for being such an awesome Halloween Party hostess!

[Melanie]

I agree and promise to remain 7 years old always!! Mistress V. what a fun and fantastic video I was beaming with glee!
thank you for your very kind comment on my Halloween party :)
Happy Halloween!

[Marilyn]

Yes, I do believe we should let our child out to play, laugh, sing, and dance. Your video made me smile. Thanks for that!

[Papillon Bleu UK]

He!he!heeeee! Believe me or not, but not so long ago, I had a very serious conversation with a tiny little mouse that had the same voice...
Well, next time I need a voiceover, I will know to whom I have to ask!

It is funny because today I was showing Moochoo a photo of me aged 19 and another one of me aged 4 and I told him I could identify more to the little girl than to the young woman ( am turning 39 soon Eeeeeeeek!).
The good thing about adulthood though, is that if I want something, I don't need to ask to my mama!!!! Weepeeeeeeeeeeeee!

Lots os love to you V!

P :)))

[Shell]

Ah, that video was a sweet gift you gave us all. The best gift is you hosting this Halloween extravaganza. It was a true delight.

[kayellen]

Oh..... So sorry :/

I missed out on all your spooktacular fun Miss V ~~~
Busy working...I finally decorated my table today for Halloween...
where did this month go??

I am headed back to catch up on your blog...cutie!!

oxox
Kay Ellen

[Skatan]

Oh what a wonderful woman and soul and artist I found here. It was Maria-Thérèse, afiori, who showed me the way.

You came when I needed you and make my day.

Now I´ll walk my dog ... but will be back. I really loved what I saw and was sooo inspired of your thougts.

Thank you

[amy sperry faldet]

That is exactly my sentiments friend. We must keep the delight, the wondrous faerytale light, for there is enough of the dark and the best balance is to have a joyful lark! you are the best dear one! I had and am having still the best time visiting! Thanks! stay young at heart even when we are 83, we will delight in glitter and giggles! Looking forward to the decades ahead kindred friend! Blessings and light from Amy

[Jill James]

If you add your age together, let me guess, you could be 33, so that means you are really 6 years old! Isn't that bubblicious?! I am 51 so I am 6 too......your squeeky voice sounds like polka dots!

[A Forest Frolic]

Oh weeee Ms. V...thank you for hosting such a lovely event! Love your video, tee hee! Did that take your forevah or what?

Jamie :)

[Miss Lori]

Thank you for a lovely halloween party! I've been away today watching a lovely play! Yes, a play! Beauty and the beast!! performed by one of our 3 local high schools. The students were brilliant! We had a splendid time!

[carolee]

Thank YOU, Vanessa! It was an absolute delight, and actually, still IS, as I make my way around the party guest's blogs..

Loved the little video and the squeaky elfin voices (helium headache?) Hehe...

Can't wait to see what's next! :)

♥ Carolee

[Keisha - Cupcake Wishes & Birthday Dreams]

So true Miss Vanessa! Thank you for reminding us it's cool to be silly, fun, playful and imaginative with no apologies!

[Jo]

And thank You dear Vanessa for inpiring the creativity and child in all of us!

[Susan G]

I did it! I made it thru EVERY BLOG on the list, and commented on 99% of them, I did see several that actually didn't participate, I hate when people do not follow through on commitments made.

Vanessa thank you so very much for a wonderful time! I hope to do a little better next year!
Susan

[Susan G]

can I subscribe thru my email? I do not like the reader things, especially since I am on so many forums and yahoo groups and follow something like 900 blogs.
Thanks, Susan

[gillian]

You are a nut and I love it!
yes it squeaks but in a good way :)
!!!
my kids will love this in the morning when I show them.
Hope you are well Miss V....we love you on this most sacred of holidays! A Halloween will never go by without us thinking of YOU!
xoxoxo

[somepinkflowers]

♥
thank you
for
party*doings
& inspiration,
missy!
♥

i always
and without fail
met the nicest folks
at these
social events,
don't you?

so...

♥
thank you
for
party*doings
& inspiration,
missy!
♥

♥ ♥♥

[Rhonda Roo]

LOVE. LOVE> LOVE <3 the video! I believe!!!
(I don't think "squeaky" i think "weelingese")

xoxoxoxoxoxoxox

[dogsmom]

Another talent! You can make elves and fairies fly! Thank you to giving me more dreams and goals to shoot for.

[Katharine]

Do you have a translation for the faerie talk? lol Your video was so cute!! Thanks!

Katharine

P.S. I think next year my daughter and friends will be inspired to start earlier. :)

[Betty]

Oh Dear Miss Vanessa!
Thank YOU so much for hosting the best parties EVER! Your video is so very cute and as you say, squeaky!

I agree with you completely about that issue of not growing up!! Some of the times I have liked being a grown-up the most were when I was sitting on the livingroom floor, in 'jammies, eating cereal, watching cartoons at midnight!!! That's the good stuff!!

Wishing you, Mr. Lovey and Mr. Matty a wonderful rest of your weekend,

Betty

[Angie]

Thank you so much! I just saw that I am won of your winners. I am the lucky one, LOL! :) Thanks again!

[Lyndy Ward]

Thank you Vanessa for having such a wonderful place to escape to & frolic in enchanted gardens with Mr. Lovey & Mr. Matty. Your parties are devine.

Congrats to the winners too!!!

Oh, your interview was very inspirational...

Cosmic Blessings, Lyndy

[Wende]

I am so very excited that you picked me. I can not wait. I check the mail everyday for a sweet little package of magic and fun.

Thanks again.
Wende