I'm ALIVE!

LOL, Just trying to stay afloat.

The quincienera is finally over. It was really pretty and the girls looked great. I will post some pics later. The weather was scorching hot though and it was really uncomfortable to be all dressed up.

We all got a stomach virus. It all started with Nathaniel, which lasted 2 weeks. Poor little guy lost one pound in 3 days. From him it went to Jim, myself and Tiffani. Tiffani was sick the day of the quincienera. Poor thing, she was suffering but had to suck it up as she was in the court of the quincienera. We left early, after her dance, as she was burning with a fever.

I'm down to the last couple of weeks of my dreaded math class. I'm so excited that it's almost over. I'm bombarded with homework and studying for my final. I've had very little time to play on the computer.

This is the first Memorial Weekend that we didn't go away. Our weather was really crappy and diesel is now $5.49 per gallon. We figured it was best to stay home. So we've just been catching up on housework, homework and the remodel in our bedroom/bathroom. It's been a quiet weekend, which was nice.

I have many pics to post. I'll do that later. I have much blog reading to catch up on. LOL I have to find out how my friends are doing and what they've been up too.

toodles for now.
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This and That

Well, another busy week. Story of my life. Thank goodness Jim was home all week and didn't have to go out of town. It's so nice when he's home. He helps me alot and really takes care of us and our busy schedules. Plus, it sucks when he's gone, the kids and I are pretty lonely. He likes being home too.

I'm on the countdown for this quincinera. THANK GOODNESS!! May 17th and then it's all over. YIPPPEEE! All the girls dresses are done except for the birthday girl's dress. Tomorrow she'll come by for a fitting. If it fits well, then the zipper goes on and I'm DONE! FINISH! KAPUT!

WARNING: TIFFANI WILL NOT HAVE A QUINCINERA OR A SWEET 16!!

School is getting better, but the work load is not. I just keep looking towards the light, it's faint, but I can see it.

We had a wonderful weekend. Met Val, Daniel and Nathaniel at the beach. It's was the baby's first time there. He hated it. I think he's going to be a desert rat like the rest of us. Grandpa has his quad picked out.

I find that YUMMO fabric from the previous post. I bought alot! I'm dying to cut it up and make some masterpieces, but that will have to wait till after May 17th.

Nothing special for Mother's Day going on here. Val will come up and we will enjoy her first Mother's Day with her. I'm actually excited about that.

For those asking, NSD was a blast. We had two girls not show up due to family emergencies, but the rest of us, 5, had a great time and went way passed the scheduled time. I got alot done so that made the day even better. I love the girls that I scrapbook with, they are so awesome and wonderful friends. I'm truly blessed.

My sister's house is coming along nicely. It's due to be finished by the end of the month. Almost a month ahead of schedule. I'm so excited because she will be minutes away from me as opposed to 1 1/2 hours. I'm so proud of her and her husband. Their first home and it's a custom home. They've worked hard and deserve it. Now to work on the rest of my family. I need them by me!

Happy Friday!!!

Yummo Fabric Line-Ginger Blossom

Ohhhhh, my!! I just found this wonderful new line of fabrics called Ginger Blossoms. It is designed by Sandi Henderson and manufactured by Michael Miller. I'm totally in love with this fabric and need to get my hands on it. My head is whirling with ideas. My Bag-Lady sewing group is going to love it too!!! As soon as I get my hands on some I will create a new tote...I will post it, promise!

I don't think I'll be able to sleep tonight...my head is whirling and whirling. LOL

nite all,

National Scrapbook Day, May 3, 2008

West Coast Croppers

National Scrapbook Day Crop

Saturday, May 3, Noon til 8 p.m.

$15 fee includes;

dinner, unlimited snacks, goody bag and door prize

Layout contest: Bring a completed scrapbook page

with a tropical/hawaiian/summer theme.

The first Saturday in May is National Scrapbooking Day!National Scrapbook Day was started in 1994 by the well-known album company Creative Memories. and is celebrated on the first Saturday each May. Since 1994 scrapbookers all over the county celebrate their passion for Scrapbooking on this day! There are even online groups petitioning the US Government to make National Scrapbook Day a federal holiday!

Here are the top ten scrapping activities for this fun day:

1. Attend a crop or scrapbooking party! Of course, this would be #1 on the list! There is nothing better, and more motivating, than to scrap with friends new and old! In honor of National Scrapbook Day West Coast Croppers will be hosting their 2nd annual National Scrapbook Day Crop.

2. Go shopping! There is no better reason to treat yourself to a few new scrapbooking goodies! Or find a local Stampin' Up! or Close To My Heart demonstrator and get your hands on some of the newest, coolest, trendiest papers, stamps and accessories.

3. Learn a new technique! Sign up for a class at your local scrapbook store or host a Stampin' Up! workshop.

4. If you are local to the high desert area, join West Coast Croppers yahoo group. This group will keep you on your toes and keep you laughing.

5. Submit your best layouts to magazines! If you find that you are home on Nat'l Scrapbooking Day, why not submit some of your best layouts to magazines?



6. Have to be at ball games or other events during National Scrapbook Day? It's ok, grab some scrapbook idea books or magazines and take them along. You will be so ready to Scraplift some pages when you get home that evening!



7. Share your passion for preserving family memories with a non-scrapper! Think of at least one friend or family member who doesn't scrapbook and bring her along to the crop with you! There is no better way to spend National Scrapbook day than teaching someone your favorite hobby!



8. Try something different! Is there a technique that you have been itching to try? Do all your pages look alike. Get out of the rut and add something new!



9. If there aren't any National Scrapbook Day crops going on close to you consider inviting some friends over to scrap! Have everyone bring a dish for lunch and then scrap the day away!



10. Organize your stash! Let's face it! Organizing your stash is part of the fun of scrapping!



Be sure and go to a local National Scrapbooking Day CROP!! They are everywhere! If you are in the area or don't mind the drive, West Coast Croppers would love to show you a scrapping good time. Most of all, enjoy this day to preserve precious memories. Happy Scrapping!!!

Wordless Wednesday--Pigmy Hedgehog

What does your name mean????

Found this on another friends blog. Thought this was pretty cool. Everytime I do a personality test, this is exactly what it says. At first I said, "NO WAY!! I wouldn't push my way around to get what I want!" But, according to Jim, he says, "Yup, that's you! Not in a bad way, but you never let people stand in the way of following your dreams or goals." Well, put it that way dear hubby and then I can agree. LOL Boy just scored points! For the most part, yup, it's all true. Pretty scarey, but that's me!!!


What Marlo Means

You are confident, self assured, and capable. You are not easily intimidated.You master any and all skills easily. You don't have to work hard for what you want.You make your life out to be exactly how you want it. And you'll knock down anyone who gets in your way!

You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality.

You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You're always up to something.You have a ton of energy, and most people can't handle you. You're very intense.You definitely are a handful, and you're likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun.

You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow.You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily.Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is.

You are well rounded, with a complete perspective on life.You are solid and dependable. You are loyal, and people can count on you.At times, you can be a bit too serious. You tend to put too much pressure on yourself.


Try it: See if it matches you or not. Come on, I dare you!!!

http://www.blogthings.com/whatsyournameshiddenmeaningquiz/

Busy weekend, busy week, busy month! Is it vacation yet?

Today Nathaniel is 4 months. I can't believe how quickly the time has gone. He is such a doll...gotta love that cute face!

Grandma and Nathaniel

Whew.....another weekend down in Whittier. I think we spend every weekend down there these days. This weekend was for a baby shower. I had two to attend, one for my cousin and the other for my niece. I only ended up attending my niece's since they were both at the same time. It's always a wild ride when all my family is together. The shower was wonderful, Monique got a lot of beautiful stuff. Baby Audrina will be well dressed.

My nephew Christian

On Saturday Christian got his first haircut. He is such a cutie patootie! He'll be turning 2 in the summer. This kid is total boy and always has a smile on his face.

My nephew Timothy

This is Christian's big brother. He is so funny and so attached to his mommy. He does not like to get dirty, probably the cleanest kid I know. Next month is the big "4"!!

Nina Natalie and Nate

Natalie is always fighting over Nathaniel. She likes to hog him up just like grandma. She and her hubby are god-parents to Nathaniel.

Tiffani, Nathaniel, Abigail and Sarah

For the first time, all the new babies were all together. Nate was born in December and Abigail, my niece was born in February. Pretty soon they'll get to play together.

Val, Nate, Amber, Abigail, Monique, Audrina and Peter Jr.

Well our girls have been busy the last 16 months. Four new little ones to enjoy. My dad is in heaven.

Grandma Sylvia and baby Audrina

I love this picture of my sister-in-law and her grandbaby. My sister-in-law is such a beautiful person inside and out. She has 3 grandsons, now she has a grand-daughter to spoil.

My brother Al, his wife Sylvia and their grand-children

After the baby shower we went over to my dad's house. Actually, all my brothers and my dad live on the same property. There are four houses on the property and they all live there. We call it the compound, LOL. We go there and sit around a fire and just visit. Arrived home super late as usual.

Sunday was spent recovering from our trip down the hill and finishing up the quincinera dresses. This week will be spent on the birthday girl's dress. May 17th is almost here!! Yeah! After this, I'm done. Stick a fork in me. No more sewing for others. I'm exhausted and need to focus on my family now. They've been neglected too long.

So, if you're still with me, this ended up being more of a show and tell. But, this is my wonderful, crazy family that keeps growing and growing.

Thanks for looking!