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  • Post-Prom Photos

    It couldn't have been more perfect.  A handsome young man and a pretty young girl going to their high school prom.  They didn't know it, but their moms were sitting nearby watching all the dates parade in, then enjoyed a few hours in the lobby restaurant getting updates via text message from the guardian angels on the inside.  From a distance they looked like every other couple, but we know it was much bigger than that.  These are memories we will cherish always – as a family.  How cute are they?

     

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    Peter couldn't be with us to see Sam and Brianna as he had to work but he got to see the tuxedo'd Sam before the carriage turned back into a pumpkin.  His prom was three years ago, photos HERE.

  • milestone month

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    Look at that sweet face.  Seems like yesterday that I set up the sheets, and wrangled the boys into the linen coat and saddle shoes, then took photos with real black and white film that I actually had developed. 

    Today I will be a photographer again….how many rolls of film would it take to cover this day?  This month?  All the memorable moments will be captured on a small piece of plastic inserted into my camera.  How is that possible?  And how is it possible that this little one will depart in a dapper tux, with a lovely girl, and attend his senior prom?  I am a wreck.  Full of joy but a bag of nerves for this big day.  I was worried the fancy attire would be an issue but Sam tried it on and modeled for me like it was no big deal.  Even the shiny shoes.  I am wagering he might be the first on the dance floor.  Yes, really.  Crossing fingers that the chaperones text me every ten minutes as I sit with Brianna's mom in the hotel bar, anxiously waiting for reports.  It's good to know the insiders.

     

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    Prom tonight.  Special Olympics track meet next weekend.  Graduation on the 21st.  Milestones that fill us with pride.  And happy tears.  Pass the tissues.

    I'll be back tomorrow with photos!

  • milestone month

    MW Sam1993

    Look at that sweet face.  Seems like yesterday that I set up the sheets, and wrangled the boys into the linen coat and saddle shoes, then took photos with real black and white film that I actually had developed. 

    Today I will be a photographer again….how many rolls of film would it take to cover this day?  This month?  All the memorable moments will be captured on a small piece of plastic inserted into my camera.  How is that possible?  And how is it possible that this little one will depart in a dapper tux, with a lovely girl, and attend his senior prom?  I am a wreck.  Full of joy but a bag of nerves for this big day.  I was worried the fancy attire would be an issue but Sam tried it on and modeled for me like it was no big deal.  Even the shiny shoes.  I am wagering he might be the first on the dance floor.  Yes, really.  Crossing fingers that the chaperones text me every ten minutes as I sit with Brianna's mom in the hotel bar, anxiously waiting for reports.  It's good to know the insiders.

     

    MWprom2012

    Prom tonight.  Special Olympics track meet next weekend.  Graduation on the 21st.  Milestones that fill us with pride.  And happy tears.  Pass the tissues.

    I'll be back tomorrow with photos!

  • frondly yours

    I just learned that Debris Journal is currently full for the event in July.  *dances a jig*  There is still room in Frond Chronicles.  I've been working on another class sample….I am addicted to making and using these shapes, inspired by real plant life, with a little creative license. 

     

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    See, even the wishes have *winks*.  If you want to know more and are thinking of attending the event in New Jersey in July, visit the CREATE site HERE.

     

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    Thanks for all the birthday wishes.  For me and for Shannon. 

    I'm heading home.  See you in a week.  *waves*

     

  • frondly yours

    I just learned that Debris Journal is currently full for the event in July.  *dances a jig*  There is still room in Frond Chronicles.  I've been working on another class sample….I am addicted to making and using these shapes, inspired by real plant life, with a little creative license. 

     

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    See, even the wishes have *winks*.  If you want to know more and are thinking of attending the event in New Jersey in July, visit the CREATE site HERE.

     

    MW FC sample3

    Thanks for all the birthday wishes.  For me and for Shannon. 

    I'm heading home.  See you in a week.  *waves*

     

  • stop to smell the…..

    I'm attempting one more spread with orange.  Thanks for the feedback on the last pages.  I'm observing how little orange has showed up in my life.  Not complaining.  I'll stick with red.  Photos to follow. 

    Let's take a walk through my garden.  Here are a few views from the yard.  I've lost count of how many roses have had the courage to open up, even in the rain.  19 bushes.  I think I need one more.  Let's make it an even 20.  Hmmmm, what color?  I have mostly red.  Well, not red like long-stem-rose red, more like rosey-pinkish-red.  I like the color….it's a little Shannon, and a little Michelle.  I have two real pinks.  One yellow.  One pinkish yellow.  Two yellowish pink.  One 'hot cocoa', which is rusty with brown edges and smells delicious…almost cinnamon.  I could use more pink. 

     

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    EDIT:  for Maryanne, Hot Cocoa Rose from 2009….

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    Yes, I think pink.  Pink is the reason I started growing roses.  But you knew that.

  • stop to smell the…..

    I'm attempting one more spread with orange.  Thanks for the feedback on the last pages.  I'm observing how little orange has showed up in my life.  Not complaining.  I'll stick with red.  Photos to follow. 

    Let's take a walk through my garden.  Here are a few views from the yard.  I've lost count of how many roses have had the courage to open up, even in the rain.  19 bushes.  I think I need one more.  Let's make it an even 20.  Hmmmm, what color?  I have mostly red.  Well, not red like long-stem-rose red, more like rosey-pinkish-red.  I like the color….it's a little Shannon, and a little Michelle.  I have two real pinks.  One yellow.  One pinkish yellow.  Two yellowish pink.  One 'hot cocoa', which is rusty with brown edges and smells delicious…almost cinnamon.  I could use more pink. 

     

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    EDIT:  for Maryanne, Hot Cocoa Rose from 2009….

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    Yes, I think pink.  Pink is the reason I started growing roses.  But you knew that.

  • distractions

    I'm a sucker for punches. LOVE this one.  It has the new clever option of setting for two different outcomes.  One adds a border to the edge of a page.  The second yields a freestanding border with more detail.  A quatrefoil – swoon!  I was so excited to put it to work that I made some quick tags….the stamped images came straight from one of my new sheets.  You'll see I didn't even cut it out…item number shows up.

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    I have other things I should be doing but this recent acquisition has me distracted.  Do you do this too – pull out some supplies to test drive your new toys?  No purpose, just play? 

    I don't have my copy of the new Somerset Studio (May/June 2012).  If you are visiting here after seeing my article about Why to Carve Your own Stamps, you will find my tutorial on carving by clicking the Tutorial button on the right sidebar, or click HERE.

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    Thanks for all the comments about our Special Olympics event.  It makes it even more fun that you share in the enthusiasm.  If you have a chance to volunteer at an event, or just go as a cheerleader, do it!

  • distractions

    I'm a sucker for punches. LOVE this one.  It has the new clever option of setting for two different outcomes.  One adds a border to the edge of a page.  The second yields a freestanding border with more detail.  A quatrefoil – swoon!  I was so excited to put it to work that I made some quick tags….the stamped images came straight from one of my new sheets.  You'll see I didn't even cut it out…item number shows up.

    MWnewpunch1

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    MWnewpunch2

    I have other things I should be doing but this recent acquisition has me distracted.  Do you do this too – pull out some supplies to test drive your new toys?  No purpose, just play? 

    I don't have my copy of the new Somerset Studio (May/June 2012).  If you are visiting here after seeing my article about Why to Carve Your own Stamps, you will find my tutorial on carving by clicking the Tutorial button on the right sidebar, or click HERE.

    MW MIYO MJ12

     

    Thanks for all the comments about our Special Olympics event.  It makes it even more fun that you share in the enthusiasm.  If you have a chance to volunteer at an event, or just go as a cheerleader, do it!

  • special day

    Yesterday was beautiful, in every way.  There had been talk of rain but it held off until today and we enjoyed a breezy sunny morning and afternoon at the track to celebrate ability.  Many thanks to our coaches headed by Mr. Buggey, the staff and student volunteers, and the dozens who made the Special Olymics a memorable event.  It was our first time as participants and I was blown away by the number of people who were involved to make it a really special day.  My heart is brimming after witnessing the pure joy felt by everyone who was there – athletes, families, and the community who made it happen.   Here are some highlights from Sam competing in track and field. 

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