Weed Abatement Time :-(

It's Weed Abatement time again. Mark is going to spend the next week clearing our lot. I didn't think it was that bad but he says it's a mess. Anyone want to help? It's great exercise LOL.


Mark's Dad fell this past week and needs to be operated on. He dislocated a disk in his back and is in the hospital. We aren't sure when they will operate yet however they want to go in and glue his disk back together. I have to tell you life never gets dull around our house.

It's been a really rough week at home. Mom my is still hanging on. Please say a prayer that God will take her soon. She isn't suffering but it is so hard seeing like this. She was always such a lively person. I can't remember her ever sitting still for more than 5 minutes.

My Mom's sister is at our house along with Hospice. Hospice has been so wonderful. We have 24 hour care for her and they do a fantastic job of keeping her comfortable.
We are at the Retreat for a much needed break. Thanks to all of you who were here last weekend. The break really helped me make it through this past week. I now have everything done I can do until my Mom passes. I'm sorry I haven't had time to write each of you yet and thank you.


I have to go and get ready for our Retreat this weekend. Thanks to those of you who have sent e-mails and prayers. Have a great weekend!

Happy Memorial Weekend

We hope you and your family have a Happy and Safe weekend. We will be spending the weekend with some or our regulars at the retreat. We are so excited to be able to be here!!!

Some of you know my husband and I take care of my Mom who has Parkinson's. Last week she got phenomena and we had to admit her in the hospital. She was there for well over a week and all she wanted was to go home. So after much arguing and tears I finally got everything set up for her to go home with the help of Hospice. She is now home and resting peacefully with her sister and youngest daughter caring for her while Mark and I sneak away to hold a retreat. We are so thankful they were able to come and stay with her.

I wanted to thank all of you that rescheduled last weekend. Our emergency turned into way more than we ever expected. We are looking forward to seeing you soon

Life has been handing out Lemons

Sorry for the lack of blogging lately. Life has been handing out a lot of Lemons lately so I'm trying to stay positive and make lemon aide.

We found out my Son has to have surgery on his arm. My other Son hurt his arm riding his motor cycle and can't use it and My Mom has a cold and keeps falling out of bed. Now you would think that would be enough for one day, however my neighbor knocked on the door to let me know that I just got a ticket. I got a ticket for having a plastic cover on my front license plate. $180 ticket YIKES!!!!! Who knew a plastic cover was illegal? I was so MAD. Don't they have anyone better to give a ticket to!

Today I went to the police department and they at least reduced the ticket to a fix it ticket and it is only going to cost $25. YEAH!!!! Life is much better today. Thank you.

Mark got off early today so we got to have lunch together. That's something we rarely get to do. It was nice sure nice.

The guy came and put full rails on my Mom's hospital bed so she won't be falling out of bed anymore.

Life is looking up again. The weather here is beautiful and the lemon aide is great! Hope life is treating you well. Have a great day.

Bazzill Matchmaker

I just found htis great link. If you've ever wondered what color of cardstock to use to match with your pretty paper this site will answer that questions and more!

BAZZILL MATCHMAKER
Let me know what you and how long you stay there.

Swingset Giveaway

How would you like to win this great swing set for your kids? Go on over to MomDot
and findout how. I'm trying to win this for my grandkids will you help my out by signing up to follow us on twitter. Let me know if you enter and I'll help you. Thanks.

Cosmo Cricket

We just received Cosmo Crickets Snorkel line. I'll try to post some pictures of it soon. It is so cute!!!! I can't wait to use this paper. I have all these ideas running around in my head. We also just received the Glue Glider Pro in pink and green these are a must little gems are a definite must have. If you haven't found a tape dispenser you are really happy with you'll have to try this one. A friend bought me one and I'm hooked!

Heads up

I wanted to let you know about a couple of sales just in case you haven't heard.

Micheal's has cricut Disney cartridges on sale for 29.99. They still have a few left after I was there!

Also Me and my BIG ideas Warehouse Sale


May 15 - 16

Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-3pm

Open to the public

Scrapbooking & Crafting supplies up to 75% off!
stickers, paper pads, embellishments & more

MAMBI Warehouse
20321 Valencia Circle
Lake Forest, CA 92630

Just off the Lake Forest Dr. and the 241 Tollroad

If you go to this think of me I can't make it I have a retreat or I would definitely be there. I've been to their warehouse before it is awesome
and full of such eye candy.

Happy National Scrapbook Day

What are you doing today for National Scrapbook Day? We hope you have the chance to do something creative. We'd love to see what you're doing.

I have a new project I'm starting I will post a picture of her when I'm done. It will take me awhile since I'm still not suppose to be using my hand. I'm so excited! I hope it turns out like I imagine.


We have a new group of girls here at the retreat. We have some fun things planned for today with plenty of prizes. Wish you were here with us! I need to go give the first prize away! Have a great day!

HAPPY MAY DAY

HAPPY MAY DAY!







The winner of our giveaway is CHEEZIEMOMMIE...congratulations. Send me your e-mail address so I can get your prize to you.

Thanks to all of you who left comments...continue to leave them you never know when our next giveaway will be. I'm going to keep the next date a secret so keep leaving us comments....we love hearing from you.. Be sure and tell your friends to join in on the fun.

Here is a little hint... Mark and I will be celebrating a special day soon and we want you to celebrate with us so we are going to be having an on line party. Details to come later I need to go get ready for this weekends retreat.