Family

Family Time

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I’ve been enjoying a few days away visiting with family.  Yesterday we had a pizza picnic in the park with my sister, Mom and her Mom (my Gran). I sure hope I have those genes. 

Wanderlust 2021 – Reflections

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The first assignment in Wanderlust 2021 was called Reflections … a great way to start the new year.  I followed the video and written instruction to do each of the steps in the process. I started with free-form scribbling.  I decided to start with a single page layout in my journal since it seemed more … Read more

Derecho

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As some of you may have heard (but most of you likely not based on lack of news coverage), Iowa experienced a weather event a week ago called a Derecho – basically an inland Category 2 hurricane.  We lost power, cable, internet and had very limited cellular services last week.  It was truly terrifying.   … Read more

Maaama!

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I'm finishing-up my Mother's Day cards to get them in the mail … and this week's Little Red Wagon Challenge is all about Maaama! Thanks to some enabling from Chris Dayton, I purchased some new Dies from Gina Marie Designs.  I love this Art Deco Fan Background … so lovely and versatile.  I die cut … Read more

Santa Claus

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I spent the holiday in Kansas City for an extra Sister's Weekend of 2019 … we had so much fun (as always) with so much laughter (and lots of SnapChat silliness).  It restores my soul.     So tonight after unpacking, laundry, and grocery shopping, I made a tag inspired by Leanne West's Santa Tag … Read more

Marathon

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Today my Sister ran her first Marathon, and I could not be any prouder.  She has trained diligently through rain, wind and snow to get ready for the big day.  This card is for her.   I love that my runner sticker is going the opposite direction of the runners on my background paper … … Read more

Pensacola Beach

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This was our third Sisters' Week spent on a Florida Beach.  I was a bit worried about Red Algae and the Hurricane, but we ended-up with clear water and perfect temperatures for our adventure.  My sister bought us matching shirts for the trip.   We stayed at the Holiday Inn Express on Pickens Road (thanks … Read more

Sisters’ Weekend Beach Time

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My Sister & I are off on our annual jaunt … and this year we're taking in Pensacola Beach. This was my view today from the shade of the umbrella … even with 100 SPF sunscreen and lots of umbrella time, I'm already a titch pink.  The water was warm and peaceful and perfect for … Read more

Dad Weekend

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My long weekend with Dad is drawing to an end.  Our big project this time was replacing the kitchen faucet … after a 2nd trip to Menard's because pieces were missing from our first purchase, install went smoothly … and I adore it.   I introduced Dad to Snapchat.   And we had fun hitting-up … Read more