Life Can Be Sooo Crazy!

So those of you who know me know I have pretty much stayed at home since I have had my girls. I have done some in home daycare here and there , taught preschool while my middle one was in my class. But pretty much stayed at home. Now my youngest is in 2nd grade and I am an emotional wreck. I am 35 and have no idea what I want to do when I grow up ( not sure if I ever will). Where did life go... I am sad my girls aren't little ones anymore. I am trying to celebrate them growing up but the truth is.. it sucks. For me atleast it does. I need to find something I enjoy doing because after all I am growin up! I have to pretend to work and do the adult stuff. So I got this opportunity to apply for a police officer gig but I have to do a physical test!!! AHHHHHH I found out about it about 3 weeks ago and have been working my tail off since. When I was a little pony tail wearing kid, if you asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up I would have said either an artist or a sharp shooter. hehehe So, I read Annie Oakley. This Saturday is the test, I am sweatin bullets. I just don't know if I can do it. I am a religious woman, I believe in God. And I always say my prayers at night and I'll bet God is about sick of hearing about this test! hahahaha Is asking for super human strength so wrong?!!
Anyways.. thanks for listening about my little plop of BS. Hope you have a good day. And if you do have little ones yelling at you for a snack or can we watch Dora again.. embrace it. Soon they will be talking about boys and periods and stuff.

Deadliest Catch Crew

This was some fun that we had a couple weeks ago. We went to our local seafood join and met with the crew from Deadliest Catch , now for those of you whom don't catch the show is a show all about fishing and crabbing in the deep sea. I am not much of a tv girl myself but if I do watch it, this is what I watch. Anywho not sure what the stare with Natalie ( my youngest girl) and Sig ( the Captain of the Northwestern ) was about but it was funny.

you won't be disapointed!

http://sarahephotos.com/

you gotta check my girl Sarah E. out she rocks the camera ; )

Halloween boardbook for PineCone Press

Halloween boardbook for PineCone Press

Halloween boardbook for PineCone Press

sorry I have had so many trouble with our internet. It's so frustrating trying to load pictures and get booted off each time. We finally got a new carrier so hopefully it will be a little more speedy.. guess that's what happens when you live in the sticks...

Halloween Book

So I just finished my Halloween ( I know it's early!) book for Pine Cone Press' catalog. I love Halloween and the excitement in the childrens eyes. It's so magical for them, it's so fun to see. I believe it is my 2nd fav holiday. Suppose it also has to do with me never growing up..... some things never change. Hope you like it, and thanks for lookin!

May

I first started this blog to keep up with my family and friends and also my fella crafters. Unfortunately I haven't been very consistant with it. So I am going to try to be better about it and sharing projects I have done and things with my life and my family and friends. This week I have had my oldest daughter Emily's birthday ( May 13th) and Jessica's (May 16th) too! So alot of parties and cake!

Melissa Phillips Challenge

I just love the blog of Melissa Phillips and her style. Very cute! So she has a challenge that Emily ( my 14 year old daughter) and I are joining. Emilys' card is the clever one with the orange flower and mine is the one with the white flower. Thanks for checking it out!

My Minds Eye Paper Bag book

Soooooo I just adore "my guy" at My Minds Eye company... every time I talk to Tommy he is so kind to me and I just get the biggest kick out of this guy. Besides that he sends me these samples that are the best stuff and he totally pulls out all the stops ( not sure what that really means.. kinda sounds a bit kinky but... ehhhhh). He is now engaged so I am making him a paper bag book to show some of the kissy face pictures off in. I hope he likes it. Thanks to Tommy for ALL the FABULOUSSSS goodies he sends me! I am not quite done with all the pages but this is it so far... thanks for lookin

Easter Cards

I have been in a springy mood lately so I drug out my Easter stamps to whip out a couple cards... stamps art Amuse and paper is just some odds and ends I had laying around... thanks for looking!

Sara E. Photography

This is something I had to share thisawesome deal from Sarah E. Photography I plan on having done with my family!

Announcement!
I am taking sign ups for an Easter/ Spring photo shoot! Here's the deal:$30.00 per familyFarm Location (huge old barn, hay stacks, animals etc)Baby chicksBaby bunniesPossibly ducklingsLots of propsBest 5 edited photos on a high res discI am currently working on the exact date but time and space will be limited so sign up now to ensure your spot!More details to follow!
Sarah E. Photography (360) 914-6046

this last card is for my sweet girl Jessica.. she loves red and she is quite the dresser ..we'll see if this is up to standards. DH hasn't a card made yet! I better get a Diet Coke to finish up hehehe

papers are Heidi Grace .sentiments are Hampton Arts ( I just got a bunch of those clear acrylic ones from Michaels) ribbon is May Arts

I made this card for my Emily because she is 15 going on 20! She is still crazy but just more mature about it...

papers are American Crafts .. sentiments (I think) Hampton Arts, also added some fun rhynstones on the heart

Valentine Cards for My Girls

this is just a little card I made for my crazy but sweet little miss sassy Natalie. She is a girl after my own heart!

Valentine's Projects

These are for some sweet little monkeys I know and love.. hope they like them.