A Day at the Fair

Ok, I'll come back to family highlights again later. I've not been great at keeping this up. Dang.

This weekend, we went to the Eagle Mountain Celebration. They had carnival rides, cotton candy and anything else you can think of that induces nausea! Jordan had a terrific time on the rides!!

Pyper, the Crayon Eater

This is my darling niece, Pyper. Yes, she eats crayons. (She also drinks water from her dog's dish-but that's another story.) Pyper is the daughter of Ashlie and Andy Stroman. She is a little over one year old. She loves Elmo and Baby Einstein. Her bright red hair always elicits comments from strangers anywhere she goes. She is in love with her mommy, but is truly a daddy's girl. To learn more about this munchikin, you can visit Ashlie's blog where she often raves about her Little Miss.

My Brother Nate

This is Nate. He's my 17 year old brother. He's an awesome drummer and a rad guy. He spent a few days with me last week before leaving for a vacation in Ohio.

We should have known he would be a drummer. When he was a toddler, he used to "head bang." By this, I mean that he would rock front and back and bam his head into the car seat. He would do this anytime we got in the car to go anywhere. It would usually put him to sleep. He's always had an uncanny sense of rythm.

Nate is a loving person. He always considers the thoughts of others around him and is often the first person to give me a hug when I enter the room. I love Nate.

Me...From Jordan's Point of View

Jordan has taken an interest in the camera-but not as the subject of the photos. He'd rather hold it and push the buttons. I showed him how to do it, and then he wanted to take pictures of mom. So, here's what we've got.

Over the next few weeks, I'm going to highlight one person in my family. Each post will have a recent picture along with a few tidbits about the person. If you're interested in how the ole' family is doing, stay tuned.

Give Your Altoid Tins a Loving Home

I am again seeking your unwanted and under-loved empty Altoid tins. I promise to turn them into beautiful works of art and will ensure that they are adopted into loving homes. (OK, I can't promise that, but I'll try.)

Here is a photo of some of your tins that have been transformed and are ready for release into the wild. Since I am down to only one empty tin in my possession, I am very eager to take empty tins off your hands. I went to Costco yesterday, but they did not have any. I wonder if they moved them or if they won't carry them any longer. I will have to get a new supplier-and fast. I have several orders that I need to fill, so I need to get my hands on some tins soon.

I do offer one dollar store credit for each empty tin you give me. This can add up, especially if you eat lots of these curious little mints. Please contact me if you have any tins and we can arrange the pickup.

Thank you so much, my cyber friends!

Let's Have a Party!!

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If you haven't heard, I'm also offering my custom scrapbooking services. You provide me with the pictures and their details; I'll give you finished scrapbook pages. This is a great way to get caught up or just get started. (This terrific service also makes great wedding gifts for the newlyweds-I love making wedding albums.)

Book a show with me soon-my schedule is filling up quickly with shows. By the way, my mom and I have teamed up our efforts. She makes awesome handbags. Check her out. She'd also available to do home parties-or we can come together!