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!

More Pictures

I took these pictures yesterday and yes I take pictures everyday. I love the look on Brooke's face. Presley looks like she is learning cheerleading moves early.
In four weeks I have lost a total of 10 pounds. I can really tell in some of my clothes, that is always a great motivator to keep at it. I have a dental appointment tomorrow so I feel that will be a little break. Peace and quiet on the drive there. It takes me about 45 minutes, I use to work for this dentist so the drive is worth it. Next weekend is the scrapbook retreat so I am cutting this post short so I can get things ready for the retreat. Have a wonderful evening.