Why Not

A nap, and why not who in their right mind would not want to take a nap?
soft, cool , comfortable, dreamy, gently, snug, and loved are a few words I find describes why we all enjoy a good nap.

Luck is a double rainbow

Last night as I was sitting in bed I heard this soft tapping coming from outside my window, as I stepped closer to see what could be making the sound, turns out it was my husband trying to catch my attention by tossing pebbles at my window.

Scott, as he likes to be know as, wanted to show me the double rainbow coloring the twilight sky.

I remember as a child reading a book about a double rainbows and how they were good luck to all who were lucky enough to witness one.

Well, luck be mine, I see you hanging there in the clouds and will pass along all you bring my way.

Thebirdandthepumpkin shop on etsy

Ok, has you may already know I, like one half of the planet have a Etsy shop...

My shop is called The Bird and the Pumpkin...I paint Story Boxes....these little boxes express your childhood, past and present day life.

A day at the beach or maybe a family drive into the country to pick the 1st pumpkin of the fall season...

Each box is a story that lets you walk down memory lane or helps you create a new one altogether...

What a lovely way to save whatever it is you have to keep close to your heart...

My story box holds drawings and photos from my childhood and was built for me by my Grandfather who knew I would one day have a great story to tell.  He was right, the story that is my life is a book full of sweet smiles, warm friendships and crazy handshakes from strangers who have become my family.

I paint what I believe to be where I what to be, who I am and where I am going...

Do you see yourself in one of these Story boxes too.

Step over to my Etsy shop (one word) thebirdandthepumpkin   type in shops and there you go

your Story box is waiting for you.

See you soon

I love to paint, for me there is nothing more fun than to sit with brush in hand and add color to whatever I hold in my hands...Here are a few items I have painted for my Etsy.com shop

If you are looking for a cute gift or center piece for your Forth of July party I am here to help

I paint door hanger, story boxes, gift boxes and write Tooth Fairy letters for kids of all ages...

so stop by my Etsy.com shop you can look under either The Bird and the Pumpkin or Tooth fairy...keep coming back because I will be adding more stories to my site...

Thanks for supporting an artist.. Carolene

Dust Bunnies Cleaning and Organizing service.


 Who is Dust Bunnies? I’m Carolene Brannam, certified neat freak. I started cleaning my Grandparent’s home at an early age for movie money on the weekends. My grandmother taught me that a clean house was a loving home. It was also my grandmother who taught me the skill of being organized, to put away my belongings in order to better utilize my time. I am a registered Girl Scout and volunteer at both my daughters’ schools, both of which require back ground checks........... Dust Bunnies is bonded for your convenience. Dust Bunnies is an Organizing and Cleaning service, specializing in senior care, Holiday cleaning, move ins and move outs, with discounts for seniors, Military, Teachers, Firemen and Policemen

 Questions: 


How do I get started? Dust Bunnies believes in open communication, the first step is calling to set up a walk through at your convenience. Next, we walk your home and talk over the type of cleaning you would like done in your home. Last we set up your cleaning day, it’s that easy.


 Green Cleaning: A safe, chemical free environment is always Dust Bunnies’ top priority. Truly GREEN products however, do not as effectively kill harmful germs and bacteria. So, although we will use either of the two types you wish, we recommend an initial cleaning using disinfectant, then rotating with green products.


Will you be using my cleaning supplies? No-Dust Bunnies will always show up prepared to make your home shine. Although if you prefer we use your cleaning supplies, we will always be glad to accommodate you.


 Do I need to be home for my cleaning? Only if you wish, most clients are not home due to their own work schedules. Dust Bunnies hours of operation are from 8:00am to 5: 00 pm Monday thru Friday. Although, If you need a weekend clean there is only a small up charge for this service. Please call the office for more details. 210-310-5369


 How does Dust Bunnies enter my home? With a key you provide, keys are coded for your protection and only keys for clients whose home are to be cleaned that day ever leave the office. All keys are locked away at the end of the work day. Other arrangements can always be made.


 How do I prepare my home for a Dust Bunnies clean? For a more efficient clean, we simple ask you pick up your toys, clothing and floors-that’s it.

 Dogs: Dust Bunnies loves your pets and keeping them safe is a top priority, so we ask you place your pets in their carrier, the back yard or a room you do not wish to have cleaned that day.

 Referrals: Dust Bunnies offers (Clean with a friend) referral service; receive $10.00 off your next cleaning appointment for every friend who signs up for a Dust Bunnies cleaning.


 Damages and accidents: For the protection of the home owner and Dust Bunnies we are bonded, and will never hold the home owner responsible for accidents in their home. If an item of the home owners unexpectedly breaks, Dust Bunnies will do our best to repair or replace your item.


 What if I need to reschedule or my cleaning day falls on a Holiday? Dust Bunnies understands your life is full of activities, simply call 48 hours before and we will set up a new convenient time to have your home cleaned, if your Dust Bunnies day coincides with a holiday, we suggest an early deep cleaning to make your home party ready.


  What time will Dust Bunnies be at my home? Most days Dust Bunnies will arrive around 8:30 am and will remain in your home until the agreed cleaning is completed. Each home is treated with caring hands, and respect. We are looking for a lifetime clients.

 What if Dust Bunnies misses an area? Communication is key, if we do miss a spot just call us up and within 24 hours Dust Bunnies will clean the area for free.

 Organizing: Dust Bunnies will be glad to coordinate your closets, kitchen, children’s rooms, play areas and baths. You pay for the supplies and time and I do all the work. Dust Bunnies understands your home reflects your personality and will work with you to make it a more structured and calming environment.


Payment: Payment is due the day of cleaning; clients are welcome to leave a check in their home.

Senior Care: Carolene was incredibly close to her grandmother and has a soft spot for the seniors in her community. Seniors not only receive a discount on cleaning, Dust Bunnies goes the extra mile to make sure their senior clients feel pampered when we leave. Senior care may include: Loading the dishwasher
 Changing bed sheets
 Taking out the trash
 Changing cat litter if needed
 Cleaning refrigerator
 Cleaning ceiling fans and baseboards.

 Note from Carolene: My family and I are thrilled to be a part of the New Braunfels community and look forward to a long and prosperous life with our new friends and family here in town. Being an entrepreneur and working mom keeps me on my toes, so I decided to make a career out of what I do best. Taking care of others. Dust Bunnies is the product of love and self reward while allowing other families the time they need to stay connected with each other.


If you live in the New Braunfels area Please give me a call (210) 310-5369

When you are a mom there are things you do just for your children...It matters not if these activities will in any shape, form or fashion be of any interest to you...You are a mom, and as so must put on your super mom cape and move through your kids day with a smile and a big bag of chocolate chip cookies....

Samantha is my youngest daughter as you might know by now ....she is a pill....ACTIVE....should of been her first name.

Hi, my name is Active...yours is.....

A couple of weekend ago I took Sam to the Zoo, just the two of us...Now what you must first know about Sam is the zoo is a giant race track, once you have entered the gates it's all systems go and she is off.....She is the only child I know who can see an entire zoo in 45 minutes flat....There is no waiting around to see what the bears might be doing or talking to the birds....Sam passes by each enclosure with the speed of a bullet train...

Stopping only to refuel with pink and blue cotton candy and a extra large Dr.Pepper....(Yes I know I had it coming)Sam's favorite place at the zoo is the butterfly house...I like it there too...they have benches

Butterflies from around the world float like falling snow overhead and if you stand still one might just land on you...

No need to go to the gym when you are with Sam...even this sweet, wonderful, active child can run out of steam...and when she does it's not pretty...

Ready for a good meal and a hot bath my little Sam has tuckered herself out....wanting to be carried back to the car we gather up our stuff owl purchased at the gift shop and walk slowly step by step towards her waiting taxi, where Mom will don yet another hat and head for home...

I love to cook and this new cookbook from Ina Knauer is so yummy.....it goes on sale April 17 and I can't wait to buy it and work my way through.....summer is going to be good....maybe? I should think about walking in the park again... counter balance all that great summer grub......OK friends let me know what your favorite summer foods are......HAPPY GRILLING...