May 2, 2013

Is it Spring yet????

OMG!!!! This has been the longest winter I have EVER endured! I wish it to be done. I am hopeful it is done! If not...I am DONE!!!! I could have just cried this week when once again it snowed! The wind picked up and we had blizzard like conditions for the day! UGH!!! DONE!!!

Today...just maybe...we have pushed through to the SPRING side of the weather wall! The sun is warm, although still breezy! My windows are open, the house feels fresh! Keeping my fingers crossed!

Sharing a layout that I did as part of an online course over at Big Picture Classes. I am taking Cathy Zielske's Workshop: Clean & Simple. Some days...simple is just what I need to get pages done! Don't get me wrong... I love the layers of more intricate pages, but sometimes simple is GREAT! This class focuses on lots of design guidelines which can be used across many styles of scrapbooking or cardmaking. Once the foundation is built, the page can be as simple, layered or detailed as wanted. It's a class I would strongly recommend! Cathy Zielske has a wonderful knack of teaching effectively online! I can get it done on MY time!

Karen Foster's "Sweet Memories" paper  /  Bazzill cardstock  / Canadian Scrapbooker Magazine's "Superstock" / Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L / Colorbox Chalk Ink - "Chambray" 

April 4, 2013

I think I forgot I have a blog! Not that I stress over this site at all but it is a fun way to keep track of things we've been up to! I think I probably got stuck in the YUCK that was March! The weather was crappy and I had just about had enough of winter! So much snow and cold! I think the worse is now over with, we have had a glimpse or two of Spring weather, although tonight freezing rain IS in the forecast!

I continue to be busy with my scrapbooking and am doing some social media work with Canadian Scrapbooker Magazine! I love this publication and the girls who run it! I have "played" with them lots over the past years and am thrilled to be able to help out any way I can. This is not a big corporation of suits running the magazine. They are people just like us....Moms, sisters, daughters, friends...following their dream of sharing Canadian talent! Guess what...they are making it work!

Bill & Taylor had a weeks reprieve from weather over Spring Break with a trip to Dominican Republic. They had a great time relaxing at the pool and taking in a couple local excursions!

My favorite beach bum

Ocean Blue & Sand Resort

Ocean Blue & Sand Resort

I stayed and worked as it is typically a busy time for us at the office and I have a trip planned in May with a friend. We are heading to BC to take part in a hummingbird Photography class! I can't wait! We have been to the "ranch" in the past and know the accommadations and food will be supurb!

I uploaded my take on Canadian Scrapbooker's April Sketchy Challenge! Another great sketch designed be Sue Sykes!

Canadian Scrapbooker's April Sketchy Challenge

PP & CS - Bazzill Basics "Beach House" / Stampin Up / Harmonie Mosaic Tiles / Pink  Paislee "Timber" alphas / Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L / Ranger Glossy Accents

So that's it for today! I am caught up on all things BLOG! Wonder how long it will be before I post again!

You guessed it...more snow!

I'm starting to get a bit confused! I am pretty sure it is April 14th, at least the calender tells me so. However, March was "In like a lion out like a lamb"...I am pretty sure that April "showers bring May flowers"...so what in the heck does 15cm of snow and the same on the way for tomorrow bring...a pretty miserable bunch of Albertans!



Bella and I looking out the door in disbelief!


I have just about given up on seeing Spring! Or have I given up on life in Alberta? I am just not sure! Fortunately Taylor choose to shovel because I refused to do it, it's just not right! I wished away the snow indoors todays, leaving only to go to yoga this morning and to get Taylor to and from school.



My shoveller.




Mom! It's all ice under here!





I do love this guy!



Laundry got done, a visit with my friend and neighbour and some cookies made. I tried a new recipe using Quinoa flour, they turned out pretty good. Taylor noticed a bit of a difference in taste but still went back for more. I didn't tell him I switched out the flour for a more nutritous option...a little more protein and fiber will do him some good! what he doesn't know will only do him some good!

bet you can't have just one!

Stay tuned for the continuing snow saga that has become my life! Hope you're enjoying your SPRING!