changes

have happened in our house in such a short time since my last post. Cody is no longer living with us here, he has moved to his father's place in Edmonton. After over 2 years of no contact, we finally heard from him. We needed the break from Cody, his attitude had gotten to the point I couldn't deal with it anymore, never mind the lying and the stealing. So I told his father that he needed to come get Cody soon ... and he was here the next day to pick him up. Cody will be finishing out his school year (basically just exams now) at a new school. Hopefully this is what he needs to get his act together. The move is an indefinite one, meaning he could just be there for the summer, or a semester of school, or the entire school year, or even longer. Whatever works best.

Anyways ....

We are gearing up to head to my big brother's wedding in three weeks. We will be camping for the week in the area with the kids, our only real vacation this year. I love Nelson so much, it is a great place to visit and so much to do there! Plus all my family will be there, which will be nice (well, besides Cody, he really needs the time with his father). Although I really, really, really want to go back to Manitoba this year, I had so much fun last summer!

But it doesn't look like it will happen this year. Work has been tight for Des this year, with very few overtime days, and no bonuses so far this year (although we are hoping that either next weeks pay, or the one after that, will have some sort of a production bonus on it!). And next summer doesn't look too promising, unless we can save up some money to do it then, since Des' sister is getting married next summer.

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I am gonna squeeze two FOBTY posts into one ... am I allowed to do that? hehee I am such a blog slacker.

June 4th -my favorite animal at the zoo? well, I have only ever been to the zoo (wildlife park) where we used to live, but my favorite thing to see there was the giraffes. I don't know why, I find them fascinating. Maybe cause I am so short. lol

June 11th -

You Are Sweet

You are easy going and pleasant. You are always happy and upbeat. No wonder you're so popular. There's nothing to dislike about you. You are both likable and lovable. In fact, some people feel very passionately about you. You are simply bliss inducing. You remind people to take time and enjoy life.

What Taste Are You?

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Latest Scraps

Awesomazing by Eva Kipler
Circle the Date by Julie Billingsley
No Strings Attached by Julie Billingsley
Round 'N Round Stamp Set by Penny Springmann
Bring It: Boldly by Eva Kipler
All Worn Out 2 and 3 by Penny Springmann
Battle For The Galaxy by Penny Springmann and Lauren Grier
Solitaire #11 by Bree Clarkson
No Strings Attached by Julie Billingsley
font: Pea Dalovely Damanda
Children At Play by Julie Billingsley and MandaBean
Summer Brunch by Christy Lyle
Solitaire #12 by Bree Clarkson
font: C Lyle Run by Darcy Baldwin and Christy Lyle
Over The Edge by Eva Kipler and Lauren Grier

omg - two months with no new posts from me?

what the heck is wrong with me? lol

So we have moved, finally. We found a house in town that is nearly 100 years old, and so perfect for us (or at least it will be once they put in the 3rd and 4th bedroom!! It's only 2 for now).

It's so cute and so us. If you click on that photo above, it will take you to the album with all the pictures of the house.

Other than that ... uh, not a whole heck of a lot has really happened. Kids are almost done school, just a few weeks left now. Cody has his last day of classes on the 16th, then three days of exams. Jenna and Xander technically go until the 26th, although the last week is pretty much fun days.

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Latest Scraps

Fresh From Heaven by Eva Kipler
Collection #25 by Bree Clarkson
Life Is A Highway by Eva Kipler & MandaBean
No Worries by Eva Kipler
Inspired by Peppermint by Bree Clarkson
Pet Names by Penny Springmann
Wild At Heart by Julie Billingsley
Blog Challenge #4 by Bree Clarkson
Blocked Mojo # by Bree Clarkson
Artist's Canvas by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
alphas by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
Family Ties
Fresh Squeezed
Holiday Kisses
Show No Fear 2 Scoops by Eva Kipler and Zoe Pearn
Hey Gorgeous by Eva Kipler
Outlaws from Outerspace by Eva Kipler and Krystal Hartley
Inspired by Kris by Bree Clarkson
Aquatic - kit and add-on by Eva Kipler
Circle the Date by Julie Billingsley
Fresh Cut Blooms by Christy Lyle & Robin Carlton
Brittany by Darcy Baldwin
All Summer Long by Julie Billingsley
Solitaire #4 by Bree Clarkson
Emily F by Darcy Baldwin
Whimsy Wonderland by Christy Lyle
Fresh Cut Blooms by Christy Lyle and Robin Carlton
Catch A Wave by Penny Springmann
Word Jumbles: Boy by Penny Springmann
Seaside by Kristin Cronin-Barrow

whew

we survived two weeks of Spring Break!! Yeah! The kids have all gone back to school (well, except for Quinten, who doesn't go yet. lol). Speaking of Quin .... TODAY is his FOURTH birthday!! My baby is growing up on me toooooo dang fast! That means we have lived here in the East Koots for almost 4 years! (we moved here when he was three weeks old!). I ended up only working on OT day last week, warehouse guy ended up staying in town. But one day OT is better than none. I just wish that Des could get some OT hours too! Those are nice when they happen.

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Facebook, MySpace or Twitter? Which are you?

You Are Facebook

You are social, outgoing, and excited to connect to your friends. You are interested in your friends' lives, and you enjoy adding your opinion to the mix. While you enjoy sharing online, you don't want everyone to know your business. You value your privacy. Your life is an open book to those you know but not to strangers.

Are You Facebook, MySpace, or Twitter?

It's crazy how true this is!! lmao I LIVE on FB!

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Latest Scraps

Celebrate Life - kit & add-on by Penny Springmann
All Worn Out 3 by Penny Springmann

Lil' Miss Drama Queen by Eva Kipler
Collection #19 by Bree Clarkson
A Bit Of Flaire by Darcy Baldwin

Cherry Sweet by Kristin Cronin-Barrow

Laugh Your Cares Away by Kristin Cronin-Barrow and Meghan Mullens
Natural Beauty by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
Where Flowers Grow by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
All Worn Out 3 by Penny Springmann
It's All Good by Eva Kipler
All Worn Out 3 by Penny Springmann
Scalloped Edges by Kristin Cronin-Barrow

Hard Times by Penny Springmann
All Worn Out 2 by Penny Springmann
C Lyle Run by Darcy Baldwin

Family Ties by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
All Worn Out by Penny Springmann

Cherry Sweet by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
This Is Me by Darcy Baldwin

Spring Break

I knew that as soon as Spring Break arrived, the sickies would leave our house! Two weeks of healthy kids and no school! Ack! And of course, I still have to work in the mornings, and hubby still has to work in the afternoons. And only one vehicle - so we are still stuck at home! I hate not having my car fixed yet! (have to wait for FIL to come at Easter to change my water pump and look at my rad - definitely cheaper than taking it to a mechanic, unless you count me losing my sanity).
Next week, I'll be working some overtime too, which around here, isn't happening very often with the layoffs in the Valley. But my warehouse guy is heading to Vancouver to go visit his great grandma, so I'll be working 8am-1pm (instead of my usual 9am-noon) so that there is someone at work if the boss has to step out of the office. Not gonna complain about the 6 extra hours I'll get doing that on Mon, Tues & Wed. heheee

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This week, they asked us to tell about our favorite Girl Scout cookie. Well, up here we have Girl Guides. And it's sad - we only have two kinds of cookies! In the Fall, we have our chocolate mint cookies (much like a thin mint G.S. cookie, I am sure). And in the Spring, we have chocolate creme & vanilla creme sandwich cookies. YUM! Almost time for them too! But since I am not a Brownie leader this year, I don't have to worry about selling them. hehehe Guess it also means I don't have to buy a case for myself too. lol

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Latest LOs:
my mojo has been slacking this week

~*~ All this weeks Kits are by Julie Billingsley ~*~
Too Cute To Spook
Date Sticker Stackers
Yesteryears: Shabby Baby Boy
Yesteryears: Shabby Baby Girl

the Yesteryears kits are retiring soon from the Shoppe at SSD, so hurry and go grab them before they are gone!

7 Day Freebie Giveway!

Head on over to Eva K's blog to find out more!

the sickies can go away any time now!

Xander and Jenna have both missed an entire week of school due to fevers and coughing. The fevers come and go, no rhyme or reason apparently! And the coughing. Ugh. Quin has it too, but he doesn't have to worry about school just yet. Thankfully, Des, Cody and myself have missed out on it this time, although I feel so drained from dealing with the sick ones. lol The life of a mother.

In scrap news ... Eva Kipler asked me to join her team again! I am so excited! Eva was one of the first designers to give me a chance to work with their goodies (besides Kristin of course!). Thank you soooo much Eva!

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FOBTY:

Your Daisies Say You're Very Resilient

You have a spirt of pure optimism. Your view of the world is eternally cheerful. You are bold and vibrant. Incredibly striking, you always stand out in a crowd. You are adaptable and flexible. You can thrive in almost any situation. You are often under estimated. Your critics and enemies are in for a surprise.

What Do The Flowers You Pick Say About You?

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Latest LOs:

Where Flowers Grow by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
Page Frame Templates by Penny Springmann
Horizontals #4 by Bree Clarkson (altered)
Absolute Cherry Crush Triple Dip
by Penny Springmann, Lauren Grier and Shawna Clingerman
Love Stinks Perfect Pairs by Kristin CB and Meghan Mullens
Shutterbug 2 Scoops by Julie Billingsley and Misty Cato
Puppy Love 2 Scoops by Christy Lyle and MandaBean
Toxic Pop Perfect Pairs by Melissa Bennett and MGL Scraps
Jangle Smash Perfect Pairs by Melissa Bennett and Gina Miller

Because He First Loved Us 2 Scoops by Julie Billingsley and Misty Cato
Sketchers Set 1 by Julie Billingsley
Family Fun Night 2 Scoops by Kristin CB and Christy Lyle
Solitaire #8 by Bree Clarkson
Lizard Lips 2 Scoops by Penny Springmann and Sara Amarie
Borderline: Simple by Bree Clarkson
Leaps and Bounds by Julie Billingsley
All Worn Out 3 by Penny Springmann
All Worn Out by Penny Springmann
font: Brittany by Darcy Baldwin
Inspired by Sammi TOTM template by Bree Clarkson
You Spin Me by Manda Bean
font: Sweet Treat by Darcy Baldwin
Absolute Cherry Crush Triple Dip
by Shawna Clingerman, Penny Springmann and Lauren Grier
Little Red Caboose Triple Dip
Shawna Clingerman, Kristin CB and Melissa Bennett
Stuffed Triple Dip
Shawna Clingerman, Melissa Bennett and Libby Weifenbach
Almost Amusing Mini Kit by Eva Kipler
All the Rage Mini Kit by Eva Kipler
Always and Forever Mini Kit by Penny Springmann
All Worn Out 3 by Penny Springmann
Berry Patch Mini Kit by Penny Springmann
All Worn Out 3 overlays by Penny Springmann
Little Slugger Mini Kit by Julie Billingsley
Sketchers 1 template by Julie Billingsley
Polka Dot Alphabettini by Julie Billingsley
Spring Fever Mini Kit by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
font: Brittany by Darcy Baldwin
Sleepy Sheepy by Christy Lyle

sick .... again!

I swear, if it's not one thing, it's another. Brody, the warehouse guy at work, decided to share his head cold with me. I feel like C-R-A-P!! My sinuses are killing me, I've had a fever (finally broke though), and can't stop sneezing and coughing. Thanks a lot Brody!!

Last week, I become the mother of a 14 year old ... who said he could keep getting older?

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FOBTY at SSD ...

Your Word is "Love"

You see life as possibility to form deep connections with a few people. Relationships are the center of your world, and you always take time to bond with those you love. You are caring and giving. You enjoy helping those you love. And when it comes to romantic love, you feel passionately ... even in a very long term relationship.

What's Your Word?

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And some of my latest Scrap LOs ....

Sunny With A Chance by Julie Billingsley
Project 365 #1 by Bree Clarkson

Cherry Blossoms by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
Grungy Edges 4 by Penny Springmann

Love Story: DST Gold Member Kit for February
by Kristin Cronin-Barrow

Sweet Beginnings - Blue by Penny Springmann

Sweet Beginnings - Pink by Penny Springmann

Shutterbug by Julie Billingsley & Misty Cato

Shutterbug by Julie Billingsley & Misty Cato
Inspired by Amy: TOTM 02/09 by Bree Clarkson

Puppy Love by Christy Lyle & MandaBean
Jennifer: CT Inspired by Bree Clarkson

Deerest Spring by Kristin CB & Dani Mogstad
Inspired by Amy: TOTM 02/09 by Bree Clarkson
Snowdrift by Julie Billingsley
Natural Beauty by Kristin Cronin-Barrow

Love Is In The Air by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
Horizontals #3 by Bree Clarkson

One Fine Day by Penny Springmann
Horizontals #6 by Bree Clarkson
(placed on a 12x12 page)
Word Jumble by Penny Springmann
(part of the Click-A-Sig promotion)

for February Color Challenge at DST
Emily F (font) by Darcy Baldwin
Collection #23 (template) by Bree Clarkson
I Scream You Scream 2.0 (alpha) by Christy Lyle
Dear Diary (recolored alpha)
by Robin Carlton, Melissa Bennett and MandaBean
Absolute Cherry Crush (recolored ricrac)
by Penny Springmann, Lauren Grier and Shawna Clingerman
All Worn Out 2 (overlay) by Penny Springmann
Hummingbird Haven (brown pattern paper) by Julie Billingsley
Polka Dot Alphabettini by Julie Billingsley
Berry Patch (alpha) by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
Sugar Pie (swirl) by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
everything else from
Sweet Dreams Girl by Kristin Cronin-Barrow