Saturday, January 17, 2009

37 Odd Things About ME

1. Do you like blue cheese? yes, but only melted on steak
2. Have you ever smoked? no
3. Do you own a gun? no
4. What flavor Kool Aid is your favorite? raspberry
5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? not anymore
6. What do you think of hot dogs? They remind me of my Brewers
7. Favorite Christmas movie? The Grinch who Stole Christmas
8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? coffee
9. Can you do push-ups? lol....that would be a funny sight ;)
10. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? My cherry necklace that I got in Colorado with Sus and Miranda
11. Favorite hobby? scrapbooking
12. Do you have A.D.D? no
13. Do you wear glasses/contacts? both, but not at the same time
14. Middle name? Dawn
15. Name thoughts at this moment? better not put them in print ;)
16. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink? Diet Pepsi, water, wine
17. Current worry? what to have for dinner
18. Current hate right now? I really try not to hate...but whiny kids might be one
19. Favorite place to be? with my kids
20. How did you bring in the New Year? With my friends
21. Where would you like to go? Phoenix
22. Name three people who will complete this? ??
23. Do you own slippers? no...I don't like things on my feet
24 What color shirt are you wearing? red
25. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets? no
26. Can you whistle? yes, but I don't do it ;)
27. Favorite Color? purple
28. What songs do you sing in the shower? lol....none
29. Would you be a pirate? I am fond of my teeth ;)
30. Favorite Girl's Name? goodness...I would get in trouble if I answered that ;)
31. Favorite boy's name? Evan (whew...that was safe) or Quinn...the name he supposed to be :)
32. What's in your pocket right now? nothing
33. Last thing that made you laugh? The Bee Movie
34. What vehicle do you drive? Honda Oddessey
35. Worst injury you've ever had? broken arm that needed a plate and 7 screws
36. Do you love where you live? Most days...not right now :)
37. How many TVs do you have in your house? 5

Friday, January 16, 2009

February Kit is up at Kit 'n' Kaboodles!

I just loved this kit! Gerri-anne does an AMAZING job of mixing product to make a fabulous kit!
Here are my first three layouts...I couldn't stop, so you will see more in a few days.

Saturday, January 3, 2009

New Years Eve and some challenges......

Although we were supposed to go party hopping, we got to our first party and stayed. We have been spending New Year's Eve with this group of friends for a while...there are 4 core couples, and although others are invited and attend, the four of us always take a group picture.

That is Lisa, me, Leslie and Cheri. I love these women!

Delaney was the hit of the party...the older girls kept dressing her in outfits and she would parade around. That girl doesn't have a shy bone in her body. She takes after her father's side of the family....:)




A new month brings new challenges at A Cherry on Top....check them out!

Here are mine:

Manufacturer (October Afternoon)

and a sketch challenge that Laura and I do together. This month she picked one from sketch it out:




I will try and be back tomorrow with some Kit 'n Kaboodle stuff!

Friday, December 26, 2008

Christmas 2008

This will be a photo heavy post....just warning you!

We had a great Christmas...Evan made out like a bandit. He got an Apple computer, an electric guitar...and various other things. Kendall got tickets to Wicked, and a new chair for her room...Kiley got a new camera, and ice skates, clothes, and art supplies, as well as books. Delaney got clothes fit for a teenager (she's 6) the coveted Bendaroos, and finally her own DS...as well as all the art supplies that she loves and I hate to clean up. The kids also got a group gift...the much anticipated Wii, as well as many games. We had both families over for brunch, and our menu was the best ever. I just love Christmas. Especially this Christmas, as my parents gave me the gift I really wanted...a Canon Rebel Xsi 12.2 megapixel SLR camera.

So...now pictures...the first ones are from my old rebel (who will now be living at my friend Connie Tjarksen's house!):

Evan opening Wii supplies:


Kendall opening the Wii!
Kiley and my mom:



Delaney and those Bendaroos. She wanted them SO much, and never touched them the whole day. Typical Delaney.


My new camera had to charge, because the batteries are different, so I just did some random shots around the house. I love everything about this camera! I can shoot in monochromatic, LOVE that (see the last picture!) So...here is my house at Christmastime..

This is the fireplace in the media room...you can see one of the 4 trees we decorated!


decorations in the dining room:

Above is the fireplace in the family room, and below is the nativity set.

merry Christmas!

Sunday, December 21, 2008

KnK layouts....round one!

I created this layout for my friend Megan...this is her son. Isn't it a gorgeous picture? Hope you like it, M! I'll have it for you when you come over next month. I'll have another one, too :)
OK, OK....here is Laney. Joy may be a stretch. Just sayin'. I do love the little imp, though :)
I'll have more later.

Friday, December 19, 2008

Kit 'n' Kaboodles January kit is UP!


Isn't it gorgeous??

I have 2 projects finished that I will post on Sunday....and more after Christmas. I had a chance to work today, as my kids had a snow day...instead of their holiday parties at school. It is kind of a let down, though, because Delaney's party is not being rescheduled, and she is my last kindergartener. They will still make candy houses, and exchange gifts, but not the fun Christmas party that a kindergartner should have :(

CHA is coming closer, and the sneak peeks have started! I am going out there with a bunch of good friends from A Cherry On Top...I can't wait!!! Anaheim will never be the same :) Poor Lance from Rusty Pickle is going to have Sus and I in a class right away at 7 am. I may have to bring gifts :)

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Look who is SIX!!

Today is Delaney's sixth birthday!

She made it after all.....:)