Creative ideas for real women who have real budgets and a real life. Tuesday, December 4, 2012. My letter to Santa, who apparently knows the people at Silhouette America. I have a sad tale of woe to tell you. A sad, tragic tale of terrible woe. Let me first start out with a visual aid.

Clique Kits - January Kit Love. The purples and soft tones really spoke to me. I paired the kit with some new stamps from Lawn Fawn. For the first two cards I created I took some pictures of my process. Using Tim Holtz Distress inks, I painted them onto some water color paper. Treats, as well as hearts included in the stamp set. I have shared this .

Monday, May 24, 2010. I guess it has been forever since I posted to my Blog. I have a cute niece who said she will help so I guess I better make a date with her and get it going. Daina and Sherm had their cute little boy on April 7th, a little sooner than planned and we were in Seattle that following weekend to help. Friday, January 8, 2010. Monday, August 24, 2009.

CHRIS, MELISSA, AUSTIN, TAYLEE, AND BRINLEY. Sunday, February 5, 2012. My Color Guard Team Wins First Place! They all have earned badges for their sashes. It has been a lot of work for everyone trying to work with props and 21 girls on the floor. But it is rewarding when you get first place out of 10 teams. I am very proud of them and I am excited to continue to make this year a great experience for everyone. The girls after the awards.

Thursday, June 30, 2011. I always look forward to our big Turner gatherings. We have such a great time together. We love our cousins! Kate turned twelve in December! The moment of truth! Time for a photo at Bath and Body Works.

Thursday, April 16, 2009. Right When I get Excited You are Dead. You have to go and move yourself. But since you have already hung around for 2 plus months we might as well see how long you will last. This is how our Morning Phone Conversation goes. Also Mark your Calenders for this.