Sunday, March 6, 2011

Jumping Into High Gear


Y'all know it tends to get a little crazy around the Casita de Trash right around this time of year.  This March is even wilder than usual, what with preparing our load for the Mother Ship, getting the booth at W&T's loaded up before we go to Warrenton (nothing worse than an empty booth to discourage shoppers) while resetting the window, AND...Bella Bean's second birthday.

I KNOW...I can't believe our baby girl is almost two either!

Trying to make the most of my time and seeing as how any excuse to spend time with Graycie is a good excuse...I called her in for a little reinforcement.  I'm a firm believer in nepotism...just don't tell her about child labor laws!

If you find yourself jonesing for a little more trash talking...head on over to Anne's!  I've written a little guest post for her while she's off chasing some windmills of her own!

  In the meantime...my numero uno assistant will take over now and finish up this post for me.  I've gotta go and find more tags!  Now where the heck did I put that bubble wrap?

In the words of the fabulous Dolly in Steel Magnolias...

I don't know whether to scratch my watch or wind my tushie, so please....
TAKE IT AWAY GRAYZILLA!



Good morning!  Nana...I mean Ms. Trash is away from her desk now, but I will be more than happy to assist you.  My name is Graycie Lyn and I can answer any and all questions you might have.

As you can see, Nana Ms. Trash entrusts me to handle all her paperwork, including auction and inventory lists.  She believes in keeping the 'ol nose to the grindstone...even cute, little pug ones like mine!

Dress code at the House of Trash is very relaxed.  (Psst...Nana and I do mean my Nana...is still in her p.j.s and for the record...they don't match!)

The ability to multi-task is required, but no one mentioned making paper flowers being in the job description!  I may have to ask for hazard pay to cover the paper cuts!!!

My bossy employer believes a smile is the best accessory a girl can wear to the office...along with rhinestones and big ol' honkin' bling!

SMILE?  Check!

PAPERWORK COMPLETE?  Check, check!

OFFICE TIDY?  Ummm...Nana?  She said "You tell me!"

Look ma...no hands!

She's getting there y'all...all while standing on one foot!

BRI-INNG, BRI-INNG!

Hello,

 Vroom Room...

This is Graycie.

How may I direct your call?

I'm sorry, but Ms. Trash is out of her mind the office at this moment, but I expect her to return shortly to return all calls.  Until then...

Thanks and have a GREAT day!



35 comments:

Rebecca said...

Hello Miss Graycie, would you tell Ms Trash that everything looks in order and that I love her shelf of goodies!
And by the look of those beautiful flowers I think a raise for you is in order...
And also tell her, I could use a good assistant like you and if she works you too hard I have plenty of milk and cookies in my studio ...
I only wish I was making the trek to Warrenton but not possible this spring.
Blessings to both of you
Sincerely Yours,
RE
PS...Tell Ms Trash to give Bella Bean a Birthday kiss from me!

Aaron {the girl with the boy's name} said...

What a cute assistant! Keep that boss of yours in check. :)

-Aaron

www.mudpiesandmarigolds.blogspot.com

The Green Pea said...

Hello Miss Graycie Lyn,
You have the most beautiful smile. Oma Trash, is a wonderful teacher for you. You are so blessed to be the granddaughter of Oma and Opa Trash. Now, a little lesson in Dutch for you (Oma-grandma & Opa-grandpa). It is nice to see that you are helping your Nana get ready for her show. Have a good time, sweet Graycie!
Lots of hugs, Oma sandi

Marsha @ Tattered Chick said...

Hey, do you hire out your assistant?!!

Ohhh, I'd love to go through that wall unit and check out all your treasures!!!! I know there's some good stuff in there!!!

xxoo
Marsha

Olive said...

Ms. Trash, you have an entirely charming asssistant and I believe in the creative power of working in pajamas! ♥O

Anne Lorys said...

Graycie sure did a bang-up job with this post, Debbie! I'm thinking I might hit her up to be my next guest post-er. ;-)

Love ya, friend...
Anne

Peridots Garden Blog said...

Graycie you are a doll! How lucky for NaNa! Great post! Love the bit about the mismatched pjs!

XO

Sandy

Daphne Nicole & Lynda Cade said...

Hi Graycie, your Nana is so lucky to have you as her assistant... and tell her there is nothing wrong with wearing mixed matched pj's, I've had mine on today too!!!
hugs~~~ Daphne

Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking said...

This is such an adorable post. She is such a cutie!! I really do like your blog!

Pam @ Frippery said...

Ms. Trash has the most adorable assistant anyone could wish for.

Sandi~A Cottage Muse said...

How did you get so lucky to have THE cutest assistant I have ever seen! I bet she gives you a run for your money!!

Debra@CommonGround said...

Gracie is such a cutie, she takes after her Nana!!! your p.j.'s don't match?...te he!!!
love ya,
Debra

Bohemian said...

What an adorable Assistant you have, looks like she's got it covered for you... what a cute Post! I'm sitting here in my Halloween inspired PJ's as we speak... must be contagious?!

Dawn... The Bohemian

DEB said...

Awwww Graycie...you are a DOLL!! And such a great help to Nana..sshhh dont tell her..you write just as good!!! And..my p.j.'s dont match either..& I hate getting out of em!!!!
Hugs..
Deb:) xoxox

donna baker said...

I LOVE jars full of trinkets and stuff.

Gracie's Cottage said...

Hey Graycie - great job! If you ever get tired of all that warm TX weather, head on up to Wisconsin and I'll put you to work. After all, your name is already on the door, (just spelled wrong, that's all!)
:)

Jan
Gracie's Cottage

Miss Gracie's House said...

All hands on deck! I betcha she loves to help her Nana...how could she not?!
Love the jars full of stuff...how organized are you?
Rene
THANKS for the sweet words about my grandbabies.

Dumpster Dude said...

Most adorable assistant anyone could wish for.

VS said...

Your assistant is ADORABLE & I think she might be a little more organized then her Nana. She looks mighty cute sittin there at the desk wearin her big girl pants!! lol
Sounds like a crazy next few weeks gettin ready for all that's about to EXPLODE down there in Round Top. I can't wait to see y'all & your even going to have your booth up...I don't think you had one in the fall right? Where is it, cuz i got to make my way over to Casa De Trash & have some beers with my two favorite TEXANS.
See you soon friend, I just can't wait!!!
Hugs & a Hell Yeahhh..
Susie Pearl

red.neck chic said...

LOL!!! They make jammies that match? I did NOT know this... at all!

I love it when Gracie comes to play... now get back to work!

;-D robelyn

the old white house said...

She is the cutest assistant evah! you are a lucky bosslady! xoxo

sassytrash said...

Graycie, you are AWESOME!!! Just like your Nana!!

Graycie York said...

Hi ladies y'all are so great!!!!! Hi nana you do not know how much love u I love u pop!!!!!

Shabby Vintage Junk said...

Well I do declare Gracie Lyn you are a PEACH if EVER there was one....I hope you're managing to keep that Nana of yours in check....Whatever you do....WATCH out for those SQUIRRELS....From all accounts, they're running AMOK in that office....hahahahahaha....!!

I look forward to catching up with you again SOON....!

Cheers from Australia,
Tamarah :o)

time worn interiors said...

Hello Ms. Graycie! welcome to blog land! Tell Ms. Trash I can't wait to see her! Will you be coming to the show as well?
Theresa
aka:tot

Libbie said...

What a sweetheart!!! She is so cute! & where can I find an assistant like her? She has her act together! Very cute post! Love it! I bet you girls had a lot of fun together!!!

Prior said...

What eyes and the baby Bella is two?! I just started reading your blog when she was born! I'm going to the mother ship! Lezlee

sweetpea said...

hmmm auriana is about to turn three next week, is that too young for an assistant? she certainly has the 'tude! looks like you have it under control graycie. me not so much. trying to get in high gear, but stuck in low. tell your boss i'll be huggin her real soon.

hugs,

shelley

Carole said...

What a little heart breaker she's going to be. Gorgeous!
Good luck with all the prepping!
xx
Carole

Tina said...

I was reading some of my old posts and comments and saw that you had stopped by one day..I'm sorry I didn't get by your blog sooner.
I love your stories, ideas and sense of humor! I'll be back to read more!
You have a new follower!

Graycie york said...

Hello girls I love blog land!!!!!

Laura said...

Gracie your busy grandmother needs a caftan in wild colors with bat wings from Ross.

Tell her not to throw her back out-

LB.

Janet said...

ahh, graycie is precious! how did you end up with the two cutest granddaughters EVER! i know. you're blessed! and tell her i know all about those child labor laws...i too was put to work at a very young age and look at me now! yikes! can't wait to see you! let me know if you CD are coming to the shindig! that would be the BEST! kisses!

Graycie york said...

Happy spring brake I have no school!!!!!!!!!! Yaaaaa......but I love staying home haaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!

Graycie york said...

I have designs of pureses y'all would want to by them they r so cute