A FairyTale Life

Last week of Kindergarten and some fun pics

2008-06-25T22:46:00.000-07:00

Where did the time go? It seems like just yesterday that Matthew started Kindergarten. Can't believe how fast the year has gone. In two days, Kindergarten will be over, and in one month my baby will be starting 1st grade. Not sure, that I am ready for that yet, but he thinks he is!
Today was Water Day at Matthew's school. I stayed to help out and used the opportunity to take lots of pics.

Big sister Kalee stopped by with her friends on her lunch break to see her brother, and to get her yearbook signed.
Awww, to be a kid again!

New tutorial posted at Scrapbook Dimensions Magazine

2008-06-23T19:14:00.000-07:00

I have a new Hybrid tutorial posted at the Scrapbook Dimensions Blog about
how to Format a block of text to create embellishments. Here is a sneaky peeky of the project. I'll give you a hint lots and lots of buttons.

Follow the link to see the whole project. If you are new to Hybrid, have questions about Hybrid, or just want to meet other Hybrid scrappers that share your passion for digital and paper - come see us at our NING site

Cosmo Cricket Fever

2008-06-20T19:55:00.000-07:00

Cosmo Cricket is having a Design Team call and I caught the Cosmo Cricket Fever!!
I have decided to try out for the call because it would be such an amazing opportunity to work for this company! I really love the bold colors, distressed textures and unique style. If you have never played with Cosmo Cricket, don't walk, run to your local scrapbook store or better yet their website and check it out!

From the Hello Sunshine collection

From the Halfway Cafe collection, I created an altered frame using Cosmo Cricket's alpha button fashions, chipboard letters, trim, paper and lacing cards. I used bubble wrap and paint to create the splattered background.

From the Jitterbug Line

From the Wanted Line

Fun stuff

2008-06-18T15:28:00.000-07:00

JanM has a new kit. This Kit is Huge... 10 Papers in deep colors with great textures.... 62 Elements and 2 Alphas... only purchaseable through Creative Team member
Gab's blog

Here is a digital layout that I made with the kit. Really had fun with this, loved the colors, the clear circles, the butterfly and this picture of my daughter. She is really growing up!

So much fun! Now for some Hybrid stuff. I have a new tutorial published on the Scrapbook Dimensions Blog

about how to add type to your photos, you can check it out here here and don't forget to stop by daily for tips and tutorials posted by the Dream Team.

Lots of catching up to do...

2008-06-17T09:03:00.000-07:00

Been away for awhile but now I'm back. Earlier in the month I had an upper endoscopy performed for some GI issues I have been having. Then, my son came down with this nasty virus called HSP, that had him really sick for 1 week. Thankfully, that has passed and I'm finally starting to feel like I can get my groove back again. Even though I haven't blogged in awhile, I have been designing so I have lots to share. First, some digital stuff - Digi Designer JanaM named a kit after each of her creative team members, and I happened to be one of them! Check out my kit.
Isn't is awesome? It is available for purchase at The Digi Chick.

Here are two digital layouts that I made with the kit.

and a layout made with CT kit Anja

and CT Marieke

I really love the paper cutouts on this, I will use them over and over again.

Be back tomorrow with some Hybrid projects.

NSD Sale!

2008-05-02T08:37:00.000-07:00

InterNational Scrapbook Day Blog Party!

2008-04-30T08:29:00.000-07:00

Want to increase traffic to your blog? Do you love hybrid or want to learn more about hybrid? Join us for the largest blog party ever! On May 3rd, National Scrapbook Day, we invite scrappers the world over to be a part of our party.

All you have to do for now is join the official list at scrapbookdimensions.ning.com
Then to participate on National Scrapbook Day:
*Post the Blog Party Information on your blog before May 3rd and invite others to join us

*Add your name to the participating party-goers list

*Create a layered template or sketch for a hybrid card

*If you wish to make a sample card that you be swell

*Upload your template to a file-sharing service such as 4shared.com

*On May 3rd, post your template and SDM Party Banner on your blog, along with the list of party-goers so readers can blog hop to all our blogs (Banner and list will be available May 1st - check back here)

See you then!

Missing in Action

2008-04-29T09:25:00.000-07:00

Wow, can't believe it has been one whole month without any blog posting. You are all probably wondering what deep dark hole I fell into. Well, my kids are out of school (off track) and my hubby is away for two weeks of military training. Between taking care of the kids and our new puppy I haven't had any time to myself, let alone time to blog. My kids wont stay little forever, they are growing up so fast and I want to spend time with them. So, I have been limiting the time I spend on the computer each day. I have pictures of Kalee's birthday and CT projects that I would like to share with you, but I'll have to post them later when time allows.

I have a new tutorial on the Scrapbook Dimensions Blog about how to create your own customized titles. You can view it here
I created this cute little card using this technique. I just love the little birdie.

Jana M's birthday bash

2008-03-26T12:50:00.000-07:00

Today is Jana M's Birthday and you have the chance to win prizes!! There is a 28% off sale for anything in her store at The Digi Chic & Polka Dot Potato!!!
The only thing you have to do is to make a Lift from one of her Layouts!
Link to her Gallery here...
http://www.digishoptalk.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=2803
The Prices are...
1. a 15$ GiftCertificate for her Store at TDC
2. a 10$ GiftCertificate " "
3. 3x5$ GiftCertificates " "

And for all who join us is this little Freebie...

including:
5 Papers
4 Butterflies
3 Layered Edges
and 3 Leafes...
You will get it per pm....

My Little Leprechauns

2008-03-18T12:28:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was St.Patricks day and the kids got to celebrate at school. The Leprechaun came to Matthew's Kindergarten class and left a pot of gold chocolate coins, green footprints and a mess behind. LOL! He was so excited when he came home, he told me all about it and read me his new Leprechaun sight word book. He is such a good reader. Kalee's class didn't celebrate the holiday but she got to share in the fun at home.
Speaking of St.Patricks day, I got to make a digital layout and some quick cards from Tara Sroka's new kits. You can get them here.
St. Patricks Day quick cards and You Shamrock kit

2008-03-17T23:27:00.000-07:00

New Tutorial at Scrapbook Dimensions Blog
Learn how to create a digital brush out of a rubber or acrylic stamp

Check out the blog for all the details here

7 Random Facts

Thanks Mique Walcutt (MLW custom designs)for tagging my blog. I am suppose to post 7 random facts about me, so here they are:

1. I was born and raised in Las Vegas for 21 years before moving to California.

2. I'm really tall 5'10 and I played Basketball in High School.

3. I am a Christian.

4. I am part Vegetarian - I eat chicken, turkey and fish but no beef or pork
for this girl.

5. I met my husband at a Fraternity party the night he graduated from College, we
married 5 months later.

6. My favorite color is silver.

7. I come from a family of budding artists and painters. I have always been an artist, if you were to meet my Mother she would probably tell you that I was caught
at a really young age coloring the toliet seat, because I wanted it to look pretty.

OK... so now it is my turn to tag 7 bloggers!!! Hopefully these ladies would be willing to share 7 Random Facts about themselves so that we get to know them better:

Mimi
Rachel
VickiC
Julie B.
GinaM
Tara
Julie Ann

I'm a Green Girl

2008-03-03T21:42:00.000-08:00

I am pleased to announce that I have accepted a CT position with
Tara Sroka Designs. If you haven't seen Tara's amazing products you can view her store here

New Tutorial at Scrapbook Dimensions Magazine Blog

2008-03-03T07:41:00.000-08:00

Learn how to create silhouettes from your own photos, and see the steps that I took to create these projects here

Layout credits: Tara Sroka Designs: Queen of Green kit: paper, sequins, star and crown
Journal credits: Rusty Pickle: grid paper, Scenic Route: paper and chipboard frame, Making Memories: Noteworthy letters

2008-02-27T13:56:00.000-08:00

Created a layout for fun today from Tara Sroka Designs Queen of Green kit.
When I saw this kit, I just couldn't resist creating a layout about my favorite frog!

I am just now getting the chance to post January projects from Kjoi studios

and Jana M Designs.

That's all the projects I have right now. I have been very busy with Design Team projects and Blog entries for Scrapbook Dimensions Mag. Make sure you are checking out their blog daily for some great tips and tutorials! We have alot of exciting things in the works, so stay tuned!

And we're back...

2008-02-25T22:30:00.000-08:00

After being held hostage by the flu bug for a week it is nice to get things back to normal again. We had a full week, Kalee and Matthew's school put on a dance performance. Kalee's class performed to the song "Let's get it started". Here is a picture of Kalee with some of her classmates. They had a camoflauge theme, which is never a problem in our house!

and Matthew's Kindergarten class performed to the song "Green Eggs and Ham".
Love that Hat!

Roxy has adjusted to her new home and no longer cries at night. We are starting to see her personality develop and she is just the cutest most playful dog. She is gaining weight and is so spoiled. We took her to get her first set of shots and bought her a collar and tags (with bling of course!) She has developed a fondness for our shaggy rug. This is where we play with her and find her sleeping alot.

Frank and Kalee attended their annual Father Daughter Dance on Friday. This year's theme was 'Pretty in Pink'. I took so many photos, they looked so nice all dressed up! I especially love this one of Kalee, she is getting so grown up!

The Father Daughter Dance has become a traditon ever since Kalee was three years old. They meet with their friends for a night of dinner, dancing, bonding and crafts.
What a nice looking group!

We have a new addition to our family.

2008-02-06T15:16:00.000-08:00

We did it, we got a puppy! This is Roxy she is a Bich-Poo (cross between a Bichon Frise and a Poodle) They call her breed F1 Hybrid dogs, because they don't shed and are recommended for people with allergies. We just bought her last night from a breeder in the Bay Area. We had an hour drive home, Kalee held her the whole way and showed no signs of allergies. This was a big factor in getting her, because Kalee tends to get allergic bumps and swollen eyes around dogs - but so far so good.
Roxy is seven weeks old and is already spoiled. Kalee and Matthew love her. We have her bed and a crate set up in the living room, she really missed her Mama last night and kept us up, but she is so cute and cuddly that how can you resist that Teddy Bear face?

Sneak Peek

2008-01-28T11:37:00.000-08:00

My first tutorial has been published at Scrapbook Dimensions Magazine Blog. Stop by to see step by step instructions on how I created my Hybrid layout. Don't forget to keep checking back daily for inspiring projects created by the Design Team.

What A Week!

2008-01-25T13:33:00.000-08:00

Today is Frank's 38th Birthday. The kids and I surprised him with balloons, presents and Apple pie last night (he doesn't like cake - it's the funniest thing)Tonight we are celebrating by taking the kids to his parents house and going to see Tower of Power in concert. Tower of Power is one of his favorite bands so he is excited about getting to see them on his birthday.

All week long here we have pouring rain, so it has kept us in other than school and the typical errands. Matthew has a cold and his asthma has been acting up, so I've been trying to keep his activity low, which is darn near impossible with a 5 year old. There's good news though...
On Tuesday I received an email from PaperCrafts Magazine that I will have 2 cards published in their upcoming Holdiay Cards & More, Volume 3. This is my first pub for PaperCrafts so I am super excited about it. Here are a couple of projects that I submitted that didn't make it into the mag. I just love the way they came out so I thought I would share them anyway.

Have a Great weekend!

Submission calls at Scrapbook Dimensions magazine

2008-01-21T11:26:00.000-08:00

Scrapbook Dimensions magazine is for artists who wish to enhance their creativity by embracing and blending both the traditional paper products as well as digital products. Our readership reaches an international audience while we are the very first magazine to focus on what we call "hybrid" scrapbooking.
We want to feature art that reaches new levels of creativity.
We accept General Submissions at any time!
If you would like to contribute to Volume 2, Issue 2, Scrapbook Dimensions is currently requesting: (scroll down to read Submission Instructions at bottom)
- Hybrid Projects / Layouts with Summer Themes
- Hybrid Projects / Layouts Focused on End of School
- Hybrid Mother's Day and Father's Day Projects / Layouts
- Hybrid Cards
- Hybrid Altered Art
- Hybrid Projects / Layouts scrapping your Independence from your vices, stresses, etc. (Scrapbook what or how you became independent from something.)
- Hybrid Projects / Layouts focused on What you are grateful for and your Freedoms
- Hybrid Projects / Layouts with GLITTER TECHNIQUES (digital and traditional)
- Hybrid Projects / Layouts highlighting New Year Resolutions

PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOUR SUBMISSION INCLUDES BOTH TRADITIONAL AND DIGITAL TECHNIQUES.
* If you are a traditional scrapper, show us how you can use the computer to add to your scrapping projects.
* If you are a digital scrapper, show us how you can include a hands-on approach.
Artwork may have been previously posted and viewed on-line, but may not have been published before in a magazine or feature article.
If your project doesn't fit the categories, still submit!
SCRAPBOOK DIMENSIONS MAGAZINE ACCEPTS GENERAL ENTRIES ON AN ONGOING BASIS for possible inclusion in the magazine or other ongoing projects.
Let us know if you have an idea for an article, project, or special technique by emailing submissions@scrapbookdimensions.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Compensation at this time:
2 print copies of the magazine
***********************************
To submit
1.Please state in the subject line of your email which issue and which category you are submitting to.
2. Please include your name, address, email, and daytime phone number.
3.Submit your scanned or digital image at 72 dpi, Emails must be no larger than 500 mb.
4.You must be able to supply detailed instructions to your project.
5.It is essential that you point out which part is using traditional methods and which part uses your computer even though it may seem obvious.
6.All submissions need a supply list
Send your project to submissions@scrapbookdimensions.com Deadline is February 15

For those wanting to learn digital scrapbooking....

2008-01-16T08:38:00.000-08:00

hybrid scrapbooking, hybrid card-making or the latest computer tricks and trends that you see in the magazines, I highly recommend Digital & Hybrid Scrapbooking & Card-Making with Photoshop Elements by Patty Debowski . I received it in the mail last week, and I have spent countless hours devulging it. Let me just say WOW! This book is huge - 384 pages crammed full of useful information. Included in the book is easy to learn techniques, step by step instructions, shortcuts, and a DVD filled with digital goodies created by talented designers. Because I am a self-taught digital and Hybrid scrapper I had alot of questions about techniques and resolution that they don't cover in the magazines. This book answered my questions and covers it all. I can't imagine the time that was spent creating this book, she truly covered everything. I have a copy of it sitting on my desk right now to divert back to when I need a little help. This book is a must-have in my opinion. You can find the book here.

Scrapbook Dimensions Dream Team Toot!

2008-01-02T08:02:00.000-08:00

The announcement has been made and I can finally spill about the amazing opportunity to design for Scrapbook Dimensions Magazine. I have been walking on air since I found out, but had to keep it bottled up till they made the official announcement. Calls orginally went out on the 24th of December, we were visiting our family in Las Vegas, NV for Christmas. I kept checking the website to see if they made an announcement. Since, I didn't get a call or an email, I figured I didn't get the position. Then when we returned home on the 28th, imagine my surprise when editor Cindy Wyckoff personally called me to tell me the good news! I was speechless for a moment, I think I uttered something about being on vacation, and I just kept saying that I couldn't believe that I was talking to her. Most of our conversation is a blur, good thing I got out a pen and paper and wrote the important stuff down!
I feel incredibly blessed to be given this awesome opportunity, what an amazing way to start the New Year! You can read the announcement here. While your there check out their special subscription offer!

Having one amazing month...

2007-12-20T23:34:00.000-08:00

I just found out that I am having a layout published in the January issue of The Artisan Notebook, Digital Scrapbooking Artists Guild. You have to be a member to view it, but I am getting a complimentary issue so I am so excited about that! I Just finished some layouts for kjoi studios. This month I had the chance to work with the very talented designer Dawn Inskip. Her kits are amazing! My only regret is that I've been so busy with Holiday stuff - I wish I could have done more. Here is her kit The Write Stuff I did two layouts with it. The first one "confessions" is a self layout and the second "sweet" is about my relationship with my two incredible sister-in-laws.
I am hosting a Hybrid challenge over at kjoistudios so if you have a minute, stop by and check it out. There are lots of great prizes that you actually get to choose from! How cool is that?!!

Had some time this weekend...

2007-12-11T14:10:00.000-08:00

to get caught up on some cards. I love doing digital work, but It's been awhile since I have done anything hands on and I just had to have that paper feel! I guess you can say that I have turned into a Hybrid junkie because of my love for all things paper and digital! The first card (shining star) is a Hybrid card. I made it from JanaM's new kit, you can get it here

Jingle Bells Kit for Charity

2007-12-02T01:32:00.000-08:00

I wanted to share with you this Gorgeous kit made my the very Talented JanaM, Scrap-Girl, Lanie and JanaCE. It is a Mega Charity kit and the whole proceeds goes to the German Jose Carreras Leukemia Foundation ....the kit can be purchased at:
Scrap-Garden
Here are two layouts I created with the kit. The kit is so jammed pack with papers and embellishments that I plan on making more layouts and cards too.

Favorite eye candy

2007-11-26T20:06:00.000-08:00

My favorite eye candy at the moment hands down would have to be these adorable circle accents by Jenna Desai, you can find them at The-lilypad for just $1.60. What a steal! I know this is one digital purchase that I will use over and over again. Could they be any cuter??

Kjoi studios team diva!

2007-11-20T17:12:00.000-08:00

I am proud to say that I am now designing for the Kjoi studios diva team. Each month we are assigned one designer to create for. My designer for November was SaL
You can find her kits in the Kjoi studios store

Here are two layouts that I created with her Zen Garden kit. Totally fun stuff!

CPS Sketch contest

2007-09-20T11:04:00.000-07:00

It has been awhile since I have entered any contests, but I couldn't pass this one up. Cardmaker magazine is having a card design contest using a sketch from CPS (card positoning systems). One grand prize winner will be chosen to have their card published in the July 2008 issue. The themes are Patriotic, travel postcards, summer parties, Christmas in July. I chose the travel postcard theme. Here is what I came up with using their sketch:
I followed the sketch but flipped it Horizontally for a fun twist. I really enjoyed making this card, thanks for the contest CPS and Cardmaker magazine!

Life has been getting in the way...

2007-09-14T09:14:00.000-07:00

It's summer, the kids are out of school. We have been busy with camping trips and kids activities. It's becoming harder and harder to find the time to scrapbook let alone blog. Between tumbling, football, activities with the church and the school choir, I find myself becoming the kids Taxi driver. In fact, the only scrapping I have had time for lately is Digital Scrapping and it is becoming my new obsession.
Here is what I've done with fabulous digital products from JanaM

Love the glitter on the first one. So fun to play with!

Heather Preckel Chat!

2007-06-19T10:06:00.001-07:00

Come join us tonight over at Serendipity scrapbooks for a chat with the extremely talented Heather Preckel. Chat starts at 8pmEST, 5pmPST, 7pmCST. While your there don't forget to check out the A2Z flights of fancy contest in the Monthly contests forum. A great prize package is up for grabs.

Digital toot!

2007-06-19T08:32:00.001-07:00

You make me happy
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

I've been dabbling in digital for awhile now and I have a toot to share. The fabulous Jana McCarthy just asked me to join her team. You can view Jana's products here www.polkadotpotato.com/catalog/

Kalee & Matt

2007-06-18T10:21:00.001-07:00

Kalee & Matt
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

We spent Father's day with Frank's family in the bay area. Thank goodness for my fast shutter speed on my new camera or I would never have been able to catch this picture on time. Kalee and Matt were tickling each other and being goofy. I have to say that it is my favorite picture right now.

Yosemite Pines

2007-05-30T09:31:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

We are back from our camping trip to Yosemite. We had a blast this weekend. We camped with 7 other families, all together there was about 44 of us - and half of that was kids! We camped at Yosemite Pines resort. There was so much to do there - they had a petting zoo, pool, playground, volleyball court, horseshoe pit, gold panning, hiking trails and a gold miners cave! The kids also passed the time with water balloons and they performed a talent show for us on our last night. Matt wowed everyone with his breakdancing skills and won the show. So much fun - it was the perfect vacation and much needed too after our super stressful week of having pumbling and car problems.

Garrotte mines

2007-05-30T09:20:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

We went on a hike and stumbled across this gold miners cave. The kids got to go in with their flash lights. They had a blast, it was so cold and spooky, they actually went in 3 times.

Goldminer's cave

2007-05-30T09:17:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

grumpy's bridge creek

2007-05-30T09:16:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

The kids found this creek that they loved just below grumpy's bridge near our campsite. They spent a good amount of time here hunting for lizards, insects and butterflies.

Lazar studiowerx

2007-05-16T11:16:00.000-07:00

Have you heard about this site? I first found out about it on Pubcalls and then I took a look at their products and had to have them. http://www.lazarstudiowerx.com/paperWERX/paperwerx_paper.html
Their digital products are really cool too! I recently started hybrid scrapping and now find it hard to live without digital products. Check it out http://www.lazarstudiowerx.com/digiwerx.html

Neglect

2007-05-16T11:05:00.000-07:00

I must admit I have been neglecting my blog. What is the point of having one - if you never post? Anyways, we have just been so busy that I haven't had time to keep up. We are in the midst of remodeling our downstairs. We took out all the carpet and are installing porcelain tile. Since, we are doing it ourselves it is taking a VERY long time, and I am trying to be patient - but it has been a challenge with all the dust and not having our furniture. It's a disaster right now but I will post pictures when it is all done.

Spring Soriee cyber crop

2007-03-23T12:45:00.000-07:00

Don't miss out on the Spring Soriee cyber crop over at serendipity scrapbooks.
www.serendipityscrapbooks.com
It runs from friday March 23 - sunday March 25. Stop in for your chance to win prizes and take part in lots of challenges, games and fun.

bond wallhanging

2007-03-20T08:38:00.001-07:00

bond wallhanging
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Your Pictured Memories is a new company that premiered at CHA. Their unique product lines include ChipPics. Chip Pics are double sided textured chipboard with pattern paper on one side and textured on the other. Check it out at:
http://www.ypmem.com/Home.html
I used ChipPic to create this unique wallhanging.
So simple!

I love you card

2007-03-20T08:32:00.001-07:00

I love you card
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

featuring papers from YPM' s Silver and Gold collection.

Little blossom

2007-03-20T08:26:00.001-07:00

Little blossom
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

This is a shadow box frame I made for the DT contest at Your Pictured Memories. The frame features their paper and rubons from their Sunset line.

Memory Boutique

2007-03-18T23:51:00.001-07:00

Colorbok is having a Memory Boutique page layout contest from now till March 31st. You can check it out at www.colorbok.com. I love designing with their products and I also love how accessible they are! They can be found at all the Joann's stores. I decided to share a few of my creations with you, but I'm holding back my submission (that one is super secret)!

Cherish U

2007-03-18T23:49:00.001-07:00

Cherish U
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Memory Boutique: cherish tag, pearl brads, monogram letter, flower, rhinestone, rubons

inseperable

2007-03-18T22:47:00.001-07:00

inseperable
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Memory Boutique papers, tag, rub ons, flowers & rhinestones

Love is in the air

2007-03-18T22:44:00.003-07:00

Memory Boutique: papers, chipboard, rubons, flower, rhinestone & stick pin
love is in the air2
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

sweet

2007-03-18T22:44:00.001-07:00

This one was so simple and easy to do, I love the white space on it.
Memory Boutique: papers& rubons
sweet
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

joy

2007-03-18T22:43:00.001-07:00

Memory Boutique: papers, chipboard & rubons.
Petaloo: daisy cream flower
joy
Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Daddy's Home!

2007-03-15T17:28:00.001-07:00

daddy'shome
Originally uploaded by lideros1

Welcome Home Frank! After 15 months of serving a tour in Afghanistan, our prayers were answered. We finally got our Daddy back. Frank came home just in time to see Kalee's performance in her school play "little red riding hood" She was a bird (that explains the costume!)

Hanging with Daddy

2007-03-15T17:27:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Frank returned just in time to watch Kalee's school play 'little red riding hood'. She was a bird in the play.

Daddy & Matthew

2007-03-15T17:25:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Frank brought this hat back from Krygistan. Matthew was so excited to wear it.

Welcome Daddy!

2007-03-15T17:23:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by lideros1.

Picking up Daddy from the airport. The kids couldn't have been happier to see him!

Digital Toot!!!

2006-12-30T19:18:00.000-08:00

I just received an email from Julie Ann Shahin over at Everyday Digital Scrapbooking
They are going to spotlight my layout on their blog starting on the 8th of January. This is my first ever Hybrid layout, so you can imagine my excitement!! It can be viewed at:
http://everydaydigitalscrapbooking.blogspot.com/
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Joy to the world

2006-12-14T00:31:00.000-08:00

I took the kids to the mall today to see Santa, they took pics followed by more pics under the tree at home. Getting a good picture of the two of them is always a challenge, but I was happy with the outcome. Kalee was more than eager to plant a big kiss on
Matthew's cheek in the picture, not because she wanted to be sweet, but because she just wanted to annoy the heck out of him! Weeks of being out of school and being together constantly is catching up. I tried to tell them that Santa Claus is watching what they do, but Matthew just said" nuh uh Mommy he's at the Mall!"
Needless to say, I'm looking forward to next week when my Mom comes to stay with us. All I want for Christmas is a vacation....
(They look so angelic here, you almost can't tell those are forced smiles)

The countdown begins...

2006-12-08T21:22:00.000-08:00

I broke out the calendar today and started the countdown to Frank's arrival. We don't have an exact arrival date yet, but it looks like he will be home towards the end of February. 372 days down and about 90 to go......I can't tell you how excited I am about this!! We have missed him so much. It's always hard at this time of year, the holidays just make us miss him more. I hope that everyone takes time out of their busy schedule this Christmas to remember our troops and the sacrifices they have made for us. I want to say thank you to everyone that helped with donating to our carepackages. We got about 8 boxes together this year, not bad. It would be alot more if we didn't have to spend a good portion of money on shipping. I think there should be a free shipping service in place for military wives and people wanting to donate to our troops!