The Tent

Gary and I went to a sale this week called Divine Consign. We bought some gently used clothing for the girls but the best find was this Igloo Tent. It was never opened and the price was right ($5.00) Brooke and Presley love it. The first thing Presley did was crawl in and start rubbing her legs back and forth. I think she liked the way it felt and the noise it was making. Brooke was a little hesitant to crawl in, once she was in she was fine,they were both precious. They really interact with each other a lot these days. It is so sweet to hear them laugh at each other. That just brings a tear and a smile to my face. I cannot believe how fast it is going. I was in Gap today and ran into a lady, pregnant with twin girls. I remember this time last year I was MISERABLE. I would go through it all again just to have these sweet girls. (ughhh! Can you believe I just said that) It's a good thing I had those feelings early on in the day because right after that Presley had a melt down and I didn't get to finish my lunch. Oh, the joys of motherhood. Once I got her in the car she was fine, of course. I do need to tell you that when we are out and the girls are in the stroller their rolls are reversed. Brooke just looks at evereyone and evereything and Presley wants to get out of the stroller. She will arch her back and start crying. It amazes me how the rolls change sometimes.I know, now that they are mobile they don't want to be confined. But all in all it wasn't too bad of a day. Things could be worse. I am really excited we are going to go to Gymboree on Sat., the first time in three weeks because they were sick. I guess I should say if Presley is better by then. We are also going to go to church on Sun. I went and checked out the nursery and of course it is fine. I am so ready to get back into the routine of church. It just makes me feel better when I am going on a regular basis. The best thing is we are going to a birthday party on Sat. night. Another night out, I can't wait. The girls really love to see their Grandma. She is coming over tomorrow so I can get a pedicure. Whew! My feet are looking bad. Time to myself!!!!! Wow! I am chatty Cathy tonight. I must be off to get ready for the day tomorrow. Goodnight.

New Toy

I can't believe my girls are 10 months old.

Aunt Kellie came over today and brought the girls a new toy, a walker. Brooke loves it and has already mastered it. Presley walked with it a little tonight, but she is slower and more cautious. They both love boxes they will push them around the house. Our new game is High Five. I will say "High Five and they will raise their hand up like they are waving or if my hand is there they will touch their hand to mine. Presley has been having attachment issues. She wants to be held by Mama. I am hoping it is because she still isn't well. We went back to the doctor today because she still has a cough. We got some antibiotics and we still have to give breathing treatments, because the rattling in her chest. She is better but not totally well. I am hoping she will be better next week. Poor thing she just keeps her illneses around a lot longer than her sister. We started going to Gymboree and I think that is where they are catching all their sicknesses. Thanks for visiting.

Fall Is Here

I made this card last night for the first day of Fall. The CB is Pumpkin Pie. I also used Old Olive and Chocolate Chip. My DP is Basic Grey Mellow. The Tree and Leaves are from Lovely as a Tree(Stampin Up) I stamped it with the Spectrum Pad Pumpkin Patch. I stamped the sentiment with Chocolate Chip. I used the spiral punch and ticket punch from Stampin Up.
I added some paper piercing and stickles to finish it off. I love these colors together. Happy Monday!

Look At Her Go

Well it's Brooke again, she pushed that chair all around the kitchen and walked right behind it. Daddy recorded it on video. So cuuttteee!!! She will definitely be walking soon. I guess we better get the rest of the baby proofing done around the house because little Miss Brooke will be into more, once she starts walking. Presley is starting to pull herself up again. I think she saw her sister and realized she better get busy. Brooke is more active but Presley says more. Their personalities are so different and I love them both the same. Have a great weekend.

And There Is Presley

Here is little Presley. She has suddenly stopped standing, she must have fallen hard on her bottom one too many times. She could care less about standing. She will do it if I place her and be right there with her. Her bottom must be bruised. Well it is time to feed. Bye for now.

Oh My Goodness

This happened all today. I went to change Presley and found Brooke on top of the Huggies box (too bad it wasn't turned where you could see the name I could 've sent it to Huggies). This evening after we bathed them they were playing in their room and I left for a split second and Gary came in and found Brooke standing in the rocking chair. I won't be able to leave her alone any more. She is obviously not afraid of anything. I have my work cut out for me. She is my little monkey. I took them to Sam's today and they rode in the double cart and thought they were on top of the world. They were so cute and loved looking at everything and everyone.

The Big Bathtub

Look at my sweet little girls. I gave them their first bath in the "big bathtub" tonight. They loved it and were really good, which I know is short lived. Gary was a little nervous but he survived. It was hard to get them to both look at me because they were exploring or playing with their toys. I guess we have to go get more bath toys. It was such a beautiful day today. I have been taking the girls on a walk after their breakfast. They love to look at everything. Brooke is a little nosey. She will stare at people and follow them as they walk by. Presley just lounges in the stroller and takes it all in, Brooke is on the edge of her seat the whole time. She doesn't want to miss a thing. It is still so surreal that I have these two lovely angels. I pray everyday they will live a wonderful life and grow up to be someone. Most importantly that they live a Godly life. Thanks for visiting.

Snow Buddies

I made this card the other night and am just now posting it. I love these little penguins. I may have to use this stamp for one of my christmas cards. I bought this stamp at Michaels it is by Stampendous (Snow Buddies). The sentiment stamp is Rubber Soul. I love the font and that it fits on the Stampin Up large oval punch. My CB is Old Olive. I also used Real Red, Whisper White and Soft Sky. My DP is Basic Grey Blitzen! I love these colors together. If you haven't noticed my favorite color is Old Olive and I am almost out of the paper so I will be placing an order soon. I colored in the penguins with my new Prisma Color Pencils and Gamsol. I need to practice coloring but I can tell you already I am going to like the pencils. I also used Stickles on the snowflakes. The ribbon is the Martha Stewart tafta ribbon. I used Stazon Black ink. This card is simple now that I have posted it I realize I should have added more stuff. Oh, well, my time was limited. Happy Stamping!

Happy Birthday

Here is a photo of Gary and I before we left for dinner last night. We went to Del Friscos and had a great dinner. I even turned down desert, after fitting into an 8 I had to stay motivated. We then went and met friends at 8.0 and a great band was playing it was a lot of fun but of course we had to leave at 10:30 and I wasn't ready to leave. I was having so much fun but duty calls we had to get home. Thanks to Pat and Bucky for babysitting the girls last night. It was wonderful to have an evening out with my husband. we are going to take the girls to Grapefest today because it is such a beautiful day. Have a great day.

Sweetness

Too cute! Brooke is walking around the furniture as she holds on, she will be walking soon. Presley keeps doing something until she accomplishes it. She doesn't give up.
Hubby and I are going out to dinner tonight for my birthday. I am so excited to get out just the two of us. I went shopping today because I had to find something to wear and I can fit into a size 8. I can't believe that. I was so excited I screamed out in the dressing room and everyone started to laugh that heard me. I have lost a total of 13 pounds. Wow I am down 2 sizes. If that isn't motivation I don't know what would be. I didn't gain anything after the retreat. I stayed the same. I was sure I gained but I didn't.
My hubby also said I could buy the Cricut, Yahoo!!!!! He is the most wonderful husband, but there is a catch he wants to go on a hunt for a week. I told him of course he could go if I get the CRICUT. Whatever works right. Just had to give everyone my good news. Have a wonderful weekend. Happy Birthday to me. This is the best birthday ever.

Brooke

Here is a photo of Brooke inside the end table. She wants everything but her toys. She could care less about the toys.

I haven't been taking many photos this week. I promise to be better next week. Have a great Friday.

The Retreat

I know I haven't posted in a couple of days but I have been a little busy. The girls are feeling better but still a little sickly.
This is a photo of everyone one from the retreat. It was late as you can tell we were in our pajamas.
This is a birthday invitation I made for my friend that has the twin boys. I used liquid applique for the dirt in the dump truck then I chalked it with a charcoal chalk. It really turned out cute. My friend loved it. I will have to show you the inside when I get my invite because she finished invitations.
I am so excited I got Prismaclor pencils for my birthday (which is on Sat. for those who want to make me a card-hint hint!) I can't wait to start using them. Most of the blogs I frequent color in their images with Prismacolor pencils. They call it Gamblend, because they use odorless mineral spirits (Gamsol is the brand) with the pencils. I need to read more on the technique first. Well I must go so I can do my research on the blending of the pencils. Thanks for visiting.

Finally Standing

Here is Presley standing and Brooke is right there with her. I took this photo tonight. I couldn't resist. It has been a couple of days since I took some pictures of my girls.

Monday Mojo Sketch and Retreat Info

Here is a card I made at the retreat this weekend. I made this for a sketch challenge for Julee at Poetic Artistry. I love this new set Fancy Florals I bought at Verve Visual. The CB is Old Olive and the rest of the paper is Basic Grey- Mellow. The sentiment is also in the Fancy Florals set. I stamped the flowers with Old Olive and Pumpkin Pie. I used Fruit Punch Stickles for the dots in the flowers. The ribbon is a brown crinkle ribbon from Verve Visual also. I love how this ribbon ties so easily and has a little sheen to it. The small orange buttons are Lasting Impressions. I love everything about this card. I am going to send it to my friend who is having surgery tomorrow. Please say a prayer for my friend Julie that everything goes well.

Now for the details about the retreat. I had a blast! I haven't laughed that much in a long time. Everyone was wonderful. The accomodations were great and the food was to die for and yes, I cheated this weekend and didn't stick to my diet. I will be right back at it tomorrow. It was definitely worth cheating.

Thanks to Susan for organizing everything and to all of you who made me laugh. It was great to meet each and everyone of you. Somebody needs to cancel so I can go in April. (Hahaahhaaaa!) It was really fun to spend time with my SIL (Dottie) even though she wishes we weren't friends. (hahaha) I feel so much better after my little weekend and it was so good to see my children. Presley is pulling herself up. They seem to be better today so maybe those breathing treatments are really working. I really missed those sweet girls of mine. I couldn't keep my hands off of them when I got home. They were covered in kisses all night until they went to bed. Presley is really saying Mama a lot. I think she knows who Mama is now. My heart melts just hearing that sweet voice say Mama. Daddy says Brooke is a little booger, can you believe he said that about my darling daughter. She has the cutest faces. I just want to kiss those cheeks everytime she is near. Wow! can you tell I missed those girls. I am sounding sappy. Hmmmm! I must get to bed so I can get my rest for my day with my children tomorrow. Thanks to all for such a fun weekend.

Today is the Day

Well, Today is the day I leave for the Retreat. I am feeling sorry for my girls because I took them to the doctor yesterday and they have Bronchitis and we have to give them breathing treatments three times a day. I can't believe they are sick AGAIN.
Gary has told me to go on the retreat and I am, little did he know I was still going. He is a good daddy and he can handle the girls being sick. He has commissioned his mother to come over all weekend, so he will have help. It is such a relief for me because I will feel better about leaving. Thank You Pat for coming over and helping!
This photo I love because I never get in the photos because I am the one always taking the photos. Of course, it is hard to get both girls to look at the camera and smile. They were actually a little fussy when this picture was taken. So, this is the best I could do. Thanks to Emily for taking the picture and coming over and helping me on labor day. I must end this post so I can pack for my weekend away. Hopefully I will have a lot of creative things to post when I come back. Have a wonderful weekend.

Adorable

How cute are these pictures? I took these on Laborday. I dressed them in their camoflauged outfits just for daddy. He was coming home from hunting today. They were in such good moods on this day. I took so many photos, more to follow.
The girls have runny noses and are congested again. The doctor says that there is several strains of a virus going around and of course my girls got it. I washed all their toys and sprayed the house with lysol after the last sickness but obviously that didn't help. I know I sound like a neurotic person and I am. Come hell or high water I am still going on the retreat this weekend.
I have been waiting for this one for a while. They still seem to be in a good mood except for the sneezing and snotty noses. Oh, joy for me! Well I must go and take care of my children.

My Big Girls

Brooke is pulling up onto everything as you can see. Look at that cute face, she has the cutest expressions. My little Presley is getting a top tooth and Brooke is soon to follow.
I have had no time to make cards this weekend because hubby is hunting and I have been too tired to be creative. I am so looking forward to next weekend. I am leaving on Friday and won't get back til Sun. I am hoping to design my Christmas card and possibly start on them. I do have some other projects to start and hopefuly finish. I am needing this break, especially after this weekend. I must go tend to my children sorry for the short post. Happy Labor Day! Oh and did I mention it is my birthday month!!!!

Bath Time

Look at my wet girls. They are teething really bad right now and everything goes straight into the mouth. I still give them a bath in the sink with a small bathtub because it is easier. I know, some day I will have to move to the big bathtub. I will use this one as long as I can. My MIL was giving Brooke a bath this evening and she realized she could splash the water and of course make a mess. But she giggled so hard after splashing it was the cutest thing. I had to run in the kitchen and see what she was laughing about, she has the cutest personality. I love to hear my children laugh. It is the small things that can put a smile on your face. I never thought motherhood would be so rewarding. Presley is saying Mama. I am not sure if she realizes the word is associated with me yet but it sure has a nice ring to it. Once again here I go getting sentimental. I still can't believe I'm a mother and to twins, wow! Such a blessing, I say it everyday to myself. Thank you God for making my life whole.
Sorry for not posting in a few days but hubby is hunting and I have been a little busy. I have had some help because my MIL has been coming over to help. Whew! What a relief.
We went to Gymboree this morning and she really enjoyed seeing all the children interact and develop their skills. I can really see a difference in my girls, since the first time we visited the class. They are crawling,climbing, and meeting new friends. What a joy!
Well I should get to bed early tonight so I am ready for a new day tomorrow. Goodnight!