Monday, October 24, 2011
The NEW Cricut and more projects
How dirty can a girl be?
I love this girl!!!!
She may be naughty sometimes, but really, how can you stay mad at a face like this?
The Hansen Calication
On Friday afternoon we headed out. We traveled with Clarence's parents along with Julie and Justin. Kalry was good as gold until about we hit the border of Cali. After that it was pretty rough. We stopped at Barstow to get some dinner and then headed 45 more minutes to Tom and Cheryl's house. They have a beautiful house in Hisperia. Lilian and Brad and their family were already there and before the night was over so was Kimmy. It was a full house, so much that our family slept in the travel trailer in the garage. The beauty of Tom and Cheryl's house though, was there were a lot of people running around but it really never felt like it.
On Saturday we headed out in the morning for a day of shopping. The boys went to Bass Pro Shop and the rest of us went to a big mall across the street. The girls took off with Lil and Kimmy, and even though they won't admit it, they had a blast shopping! After a couple of hours we went to one more mall that had a big candy shop. My kids only wanted rock candy as a souvenier, so that's what we did. It was rather pricy, but at least they were happy.
When we got back the kids all put on their suits and went for a swim in the pool and the jacuzzi. Justin's dad and theri family cam over for a but and They pretty much stayed there the rest of the day. The weather was a little chilly, and I had to keep putting my jacket on. But the colder weather didn't stop these kids!
I love this next picture. Rub a dub dub, how many kids can fit in the jacuzzi tub?
While the kids played all afternoon in the water, the adults kinda just sat around watching and cathing up on the lastest gossip. Oh yeah, and eating OF COURSE!! Cheryl had so much food for us. Every time we turned around there was another meal or treat made. She had enough to feed more than our small army, that's for sure.
Karly loves Daisy. This is Kimmy's dog.
Sunday morning we all got up ealry and headed out to Rancho Cucomonga where Leslie and JT live. I love the name of this town. The baby blessing was beautiful and we were well represented in their little chapel. After sacrament meeting we went to JT and Leslie's tiny townhouse for lunch. Theit house is SO cute! I wish I would have taken pictures. Leslie really has a great eye for stuff and even though they jsut moved in the place looked like it had been lived in for years!
Soon after we knew we had to get on the road and head home. After saying our good byes and packing up, we ALL headed home to JC. About 7 hours later we pulled into the driveway and were grateful for the safe trip home. When I asked the family what they liked most about our vacation, they replied the candy, the swimming, and the food. Clarence said his favorite part of the trip was when we pulled into the driveway. Ha Ha, very funny. I was glad we got to visit with Tom and Cheryl and JT and Leslie, and just enjoy a weekend doing something out of the ordinary. All in all I would say it was a success.
Monday, October 3, 2011
My projects
This first one is for a friend who recently got married.
A little blurry, but this is the inside of the card. Today I got a package in the mail from my realtor and good friend in Colorado. I had mentioned to her that I wanted to learn about the berries we found in Co. and she sent me a book all about them! I was very surprised and grateful for the guesture, so I made her this card. I hope she likes it.This last one I made for the newest addition to the big Hansen family. JT and Leslie had a cute little boy and are going to bless him this weekend, so I decided to make this for him.
Again, a little blurry, but you can get the picture. This was the funnest to make. I had Cari help me with the inside, and this is what we came up with. I loveit!
Now hopefully I can keep motivated and make more of these. I get my NEW cricut next week! It'll be able to cut fabric, so we'll have fun making projects for quilts this year. Wish me luck!
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Labor Day Weekend at Groundhog
This year Clarence went hunting in Colorado with his buddy Todd and his brother Derron. Clarence was fortunate enough to kill his elk the beginning of the week, and ended up being the only one that trip to kill one.
That night we made a cobbler with the wild berries we gathered.
I love this man. He is the cobbler king!Needless to say, it was a big hit.
The next day was Monday. Clarence took the kids out fishing and they caught about 8 fish. The kids had fun and I had fun watching them. After a fun filled morning we cleaned the trailer, packed the bags and headed home. It was the end of another successful trip. Every time I get to spend time with my kids and watch them play together and help eachother it is a successful trip to me. I am grateful to be blessed with such a terrific family. I have a wonderful husband and 4 terrific kids. Yes, I indeed do have much to be grateful for.
Need I say more?