AKL AKL was created by a pastime hobby of taking something old and creating something new and unique. Be unique, be you! I want to make the world a better place. How?

Its amazing what the power of a dream can do. Just a spark of an idea can lead to bigger and better things! My dream started about nine years ago and has slowly been spinning its way into place. With each progressive step it has been growing and getting stronger. By influencing people with the wonderful world around us so that they will help make it a better place. This whole world is amazing! It

has beautiful sights, amazing cultures, glorious animals and unexplainable wonders. So why not give it credit for what it's worth? Show people how incredible all aspects of life are! You may say I'm a dreamer, but so is every artist and crafter out there! Actually everyone is a dreamer, some of us just lose hope, and when hope is lost, you have nothing. So what's the goal then? A place, where people of all ages can go and experience bits and pieces of the world. Where everyone is given a chance to learn, grow and begin to dream outside of the box! Outside of this world! An educational theme park. Yes, you heard me right. So why Etsy then? Cultures represent who we are. It's what is inside your heart. Well, so is art. This world is filled with beautiful works of arts and crafts that represent you. And what better place to sell handmade works of art that represent all aspects than an educational theme park. These beautiful gifts would represent more than just a rinky-dink souvenir.. They would represent a message, a dream. So here is the start to my dream. This is my first gift shop. But more importantly, it is a step closer towards a bigger dream. I enjoy making something out of nothing; as the saying goes one man's junk is another ones treasure. So I make most of my clothing from scraps of fabric, I repurpose stuff found at yard sales and thrift stores, and produce new items from recycleables, making each item unique and one of a kind. Just my little way of going green.

Today was my 6 months gastric bypass surgiversary!! (I can’t believe it!)This beautiful soul standing next to me is my t...
07/24/2024

Today was my 6 months gastric bypass surgiversary!! (I can’t believe it!)
This beautiful soul standing next to me is my truly amazing bariatric surgeon, who is truly one of the greatest people I have ever met. Ever! She helps me with everything (even homework questions)! She has helped me deal with so much over the past 6 months and I can’t help but feel blessed to have crossed paths with her. Thank you for being such a caring doctor (hard to find) and inspiring me to become a better version of myself. You are amazing! Everything happens for a reason ❤️

Been under the weather and my days and nights are a bit mixed up. But such is life. A little motivation for you while I ...
07/07/2024

Been under the weather and my days and nights are a bit mixed up. But such is life. A little motivation for you while I recoup ❤️🙏

Late post but happy 4th of July!!! My absolute favorite holiday!
07/06/2024

Late post but happy 4th of July!!!

My absolute favorite holiday!

On Wednesdays we wear PINK!I mean, when the office offers to buy, can you really say “no”? Don’t worry I only ate about ...
06/20/2024

On Wednesdays we wear PINK!

I mean, when the office offers to buy, can you really say “no”? Don’t worry I only ate about 3 bite of chili because that’s all I could really eat and hold down.. I’ve turned into a chili girl since surgery ❤️

Happy   ! 190lbs down to 135lbs ♥️
06/07/2024

Happy ! 190lbs down to 135lbs ♥️

Is this real life? Having a moment… Happy Friday!
05/31/2024

Is this real life?
Having a moment…
Happy Friday!

Happy   .. a little different today and a rollover from our Memorial Day adventure, but I have to bring it up because if...
05/29/2024

Happy .. a little different today and a rollover from our Memorial Day adventure, but I have to bring it up because if any of you know me at all, you know that all branches of the service hold a special place in my heart. ♥️ I won’t add much more but this year has been such a change for me that this year’s Memorial Day really hit home about reasons I did what I did. The future has no limits. ❤️


Yup. Enough said. 💕 Happy Friday friends!
05/24/2024

Yup. Enough said. 💕 Happy Friday friends!

Happy 4 month RYGB surgiversary to me! One of the best decisions I have ever made for myself. So many good things have c...
05/23/2024

Happy 4 month RYGB surgiversary to me! One of the best decisions I have ever made for myself. So many good things have come from this event in my life that despite the struggles, I will always say this is a day that truly changed my life forever. ❤️

Happy   y’all! Are you ready for it?
05/21/2024

Happy y’all!
Are you ready for it?

Happy   y’all! The picture on the far left is from the day that I went to my consultation with my bariatric surgeon.. it...
05/14/2024

Happy y’all!

The picture on the far left is from the day that I went to my consultation with my bariatric surgeon.. it also happened to be Halloween.

And yes, I totally wore my costume to the consultation and have wonderful memories because of it…

Key takeaway: Live in the moment and wear your pretty dresses ❤️


This is it! Exactly what I’ve been trying to say all along!
05/14/2024

This is it! Exactly what I’ve been trying to say all along!

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