So...I might have posted this already but I am pretty sure it was a FB post. Z got picked to represent our town in Washington DC for the National Young Leaders Conference. I was so excited, I was shaking as I opened it and was reading it. Then the tears started. I cried because I was so proud of him for getting asked, then I cried because I saw the cost, then I was crying because I knew he would never go and I was sad that he would miss out on such an awesome experience. Because frankly, he's only really ever stayed overnight at a friends house once before and heck, he doesn't even stay with his Nana much. So I knew in my heart he would not want to go. Well I took the letter with me when I went to pick him from Science Olympiad practice after school. I showed him the letter and said, well what you do think about that! And he asks, When do I leave? I was awe struck. What? He said he wanted to go? REALLY? Because I never imagined in my wildest dreams he would want too? So now I feel like crying again. Did he really just say he wanted to go and leave me for 6 days? REALLY? Can he? Can I make it? So now it's a whole 'nother ballgame. We have to see what we can do to make this happen. It's nearly $2K to go. Plus cost to get there and spending money. Ummm...can we do this?
So fast forward to now....He still wants to go and we have raised about half the amount he needs so far with just family and friends. But it's still not enough. So, we are now going to be doing fundraiser for him! We are going to have hotdog/bake sale outside our local store on May 1. It will be done by donations only. So we shall see how this pans out! I'm so proud of the work he has put into this so far. He's asked all the questions and mailed out his own letters to family and friends letting them know about his adventure. He really really really wants to do this. How can I not let him? I have to let him grow, go, be, and become! He can do this...I can do this! What an opportunity for him! I'm so proud of him and I can't wait to see DC thru his eyes. I've never been there myself yet! So I will keep you all updated on our progress. And I will be sure to post pictures of him at the hot dog sale! My boy is shaping up to be all he can be and more! I've done well with my boys for sure!
I am just blown away by this kit from Meredith. It's called Brighton Lane. I think it tops all my other favorite kits of hers. She made me swear when I saw it! I said Digital Art Makes News!! I love the colors, the elements, the feel of it. I have a feeling I will use this one again!! Happy iNSD(W/E) Everyone!!!
Here's some layouts from the Bridal shower last weekend. Ettes have new kit called BLISS coming out. The colors and prints were perfect for my er...I mean, My Sister's shower! Oh well, the last one is not from the shower but hey...it's an awesome photo! I did NOT take it! LOL Story of my life! heehee
Totally and completely love this picture of Amy Jo and I that was taken at her shower yesterday. We don't take many pictures together but I guess we don't need to when they turn out like this! It lasts a long time in the heart! I sooo hated wearing my dress at the shower. I felt like a fat cow. UGH...Only I could lose over 50# and still feel fat. I just hate wearing a dress. So uncomfortable in them. Anywho...back to the layout. I did this for tomorrow challenge on KH Team blog! Watch for it!
Krystal has teamed up with Amy Stoffel again! This time they call their collab-Artesia.
If you have a graduate in your future or past, you MUST grab this kit. It comes with 7 different colors of element to match almost any school color combo. If it's not spot on, fix it! You can layer, blend, mix the paper to match almost anything. I did this layout of a dear friends son. He's such an awesome kid and I just wish him nothing but success in his future. I'll link you to the kit once it is released. Comes out Saturday AM!
Look where I will be hanging out for the next 6 months! I was going to cut back on my CT's and then low and behold...I do the opposite. Should be fun. I think I just needed a small change? I don't know what I want/need some days. I have to get organized for sure. And I feel like am on the road to keeping it all going again. I do my best work when I am pressured and stressed! LOL And I know my girl Meredith will give me a free pass if I need it. She's just good like that~ ♥U Mere!!
My Girl Kristin is going to retire a few kits. Out with old, can only mean ONE THING, in with the NEW!!! These are some great kits and will still give you a lot of miles for a little cash. So...April 16th-26th is the time to grab these great kits for only Two Bucks each! You all know how I feel about this girl, she's talented beyond measure and I am honored for each day that she let's me remain on her team! Thank you Kristin...for everything! You are more than a designer to me and you know it! XO
Krystal has a new kit in the stores today! It's ORANGE!!! It's called Carpe Diem. So go seize your day and grab this kit!
Kristin Aagard and Vera Lim have teamed up to bring you this super sweet every day moments type of kit called Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow. The kids faces can be changed out to suit the moment! LOL I LOVE IT! Genious!
See the details up there in that awesome sign!! ^^^^^^^^^Be sure to stop by!
Been busy working on Bridal Shower stuff. I got these done. I tied ribbon around the top and want to attach some sort of red drink mix...if I have time and resources! Just thought I would share what I have been doing. It's all about the details, right!
Libby has some really cool alpha templates out today. You can pick the paper you want to create your letters out of so it is totally yours! I love them! I did some thank you cards with them. She also has a new camo alpha out this week. It can been see on the Science Olympiad layout. Zander took 2nd place in both his events and the school took 3rd place over all. VERY PROUD!! The kit used in the layout is called Can you see me now.
Did you know that the first McDonals opened its doors in April 1955?! Yep it's true. So we had lunch at the newly remodeled local chain today. I say newly remodeled...they did in the fall but we literally have NEVER been inside since then until today. We always use the drivethru.
Today's challenge that I did was to lift some art work from the site: Love on a bike.
