About JaG
Well, hello.
Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began.
The title “Just a Girl” was easy for me. I think many women take on many roles nowadays. I’m a wife, a mom, a professional, a student, a friend, and on and on and on. Essentially however, I’m just a girl who loves to create, decorate, and inspire-ate. This blog allows me to share all those things with you. It’s mine. Just for me. And I like it that way.
Joining the land of bloggers is one of the best things I’ve ever done. I’ve met more wonderful people than I ever could have imagined, and I’ve formed friendships I never thought possible. Who knows? Maybe you’re my next best friend! Thanks for coming by!
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Thank you for a great site!!!
I lost my grandma over 23 years ago and I still miss her terribly. Thank you for sharing thoughts about your loss. My Grandma lived for 90 1/2 yrs and lived all of those years as a strong, but very loving and kind woman.
Sue
Lake Stevens, WA.
I stumbled upon your blog accidentally and I loved it from the first sight. Really great job! I also love the name of the blog, we are all girls, no matter how old
How nice of you, Rich Girl! Thank you so much!
Um, yeah; there seems to be a real lack of readers remarking how hunky your husband is, but maybe they’re just shy. Since you “know” me, I am happy to lay it on the line!
Glad you recognize it, too. My husband is into the Ironman thing, and while I don’t understand why, it leaves him pretty nice to look at. Lucky us, huh?!
Have a great weekend, Chris!
xo
Linda
Linda, that made me laugh! Maybe they can’t see past the mud and missing tooth.
Now if some of my husband’s love of working out could just rub off on me. I think I’ll go hot glue something to make me feel better! Glad to hear from you, Linda! Hope things are going well with you!
Whoops! I meant the above comment for the post about the warrior competition!! You can delete this, as it looks pretty weird here. It had to be said, though!
I just spent waaay too long peeking around your blog – love it!
I had to laugh. If I had a penny for every time I have said “Self…just do it!”
Thanks for the lovely lookiloo!
Kerry at housetalkn.blogspot.com
Hi Chris! I recently have been cooped in my house and staying home from work this week after having foot surgery which has given me the chance to prop my foot up, get out the computer and surf the web for DIY project ideas. I was lucky to find your blog through the “Tip Junkie” blog (which I am loving!) and was linked to your blog when I wanted to find out more ab out the Apologie ruffled lampshade you made. Excellent job on that project and thanks for the inspiration! Plus, I appreciate your humour throughout your posts! Keep up the fab work!
Jenna
Bonney Lake, WA
I’m not a blogger but stumbled upon your pages from pintrest. You have incredible work and are simply inspiring! I can not get over the sheer beauty of your home that YOU – YOU did yourself! That’s just blows my mind
I’m going to try out your technique for painting wood on our bathroom vanity. You potentially will be saving us a BUNCH of $$$’s! Thanks so much for sharing your special gifts of d.i.y. decor! We all appreciate you!
- Christin
Wow. That is such an awesome thing to say, Christin. Thank you so much for giving me the encouragement! And yes…I hope my help is able to save you a bunch of money!
That’s the ultimate goal, right? Thank you again. It certainly doesn’t fall on unappreciative ears.
Dear Chris,
I have been reading your blog for a few days now, and I love your sense of humour!
I love the tips and all the great design ideas! See, I stopped working in February and it took me a while to find all these designing blogs in the internet. But I already have a house full of furniture I can paint (some recent finds on craigslist and some stuff I already had). I was just readimg your tutorial how to paint the console table (the blue one). I also want to paint my front door black and already got the paint name and color you suggested. Anyway, just to say I am getting ready!
Thank you so much for all the inspiration! Claudine
I came across your blog on Pinterest. I had to Subscribe, I justed wanted to write to say I love your Blog.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
Hi Chris, I just stumbled across your site while googling whether I should paint my antique (but desperately in need of updating) dining room furniture black or cream. I have been debating this for months and am still not sure which color. But now that I read how easy it is to paint furniture, I can’t wait to jump in and start! Thanks for all your helpful advice and photos! I will keep you posted on how it turns out. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge with the rest of us!!!
I’ve been following your blog for about 6 months now. Love it! I just realized that you are from MI after reading your xmas tree cutting post (I’m sure it’s come up before and I missed it). Anyhow, I was so excited…like when a kid discovers someone has the same name as them. I am from MI too. I just started writing a blog, but have a long way to go. Still learning. Feel free stop by if you get a spare moment http://www.plumberrypie.blogspot.com . Happy Wednesday! Kim
Hi! I just found your blog while looking for lamp shades on Pinterest and I am now OBSESSED!
Love, love, LOVE your blog! Great taste, very creative – my NEW FAVE! Thanks for sharing!