Brody's Baptism Day

Yes, it was our nephew Brody's Baptism. Steve was a Godfather for the very first time ever. He was so proud and I was delighted to see him with Brody.

Brody is a sweetie and has the most beautiful smile. This little man is always smiling at everyone and anyone. It's so cute to see. I wanted to share some pictures of his special day with you all.

This is my favorite picture of him all day. He is looking at Steve making him laugh.

Here is Godfather and Godson.

My in-laws with my sister/brother in-law. ~~~ Our family with Brody.

My sister in-law with Brody. ~~~~~~~~~~~~My sister with Chloe.

The flowers created by yours truly. ~~~~~~~~~Cake designed by Cakes by Sonia.

We had a wonderful time at Brody's Baptism. He was a little cranky but then again I would be too if I had to go thou a long day of just everyone grabbing me and be not getting everything I am use to. God Bless our Brody.

Dear John Movie Review

Rose and I decided to head out for dinner and a movie. We decided to go and watch Dear John. I read the book and Rose has not. I am a huge Nicholas Sparks fan and knew that I would love it but was a little worried about Rose.





We arrived to the early show and were impressed with the AMC at Hwy 7 and Jane area. The seats were super comfortable and there was a lot of leg room. It was Rose's suggestion to go there and she was right.


As for the movie I could not ask for a better movie. I laughed, I cried and left with the feeling that I could have sat there for hours watching Tatum Channing. He was cute and charming. I also loved Amanda Seyfried in her role.


This is one to take your girlfriend to and not your hubby as it was very sappy.


Headed to Baton Rouge for dinner. Had my favorite salad ever; I was happy.


Thanks Rose for an awesome movie and dinner. I really needed to get out and loved spending it with you.

It's Friday

Can't believe another week has come and gone. We've already finished the first week of February. It's been a while since I have gone out for a movie and dinner so Rose and I are heading out to watch Dear John (early show) and then heading out to dinner. I am so looking forward to spending some time with her and also just getting out of the house for a little bit.

Mr. Ethan is sleeping. Yup, I said he is sleeping which is a huge surprise. He never sleeps with me bu I told him he needed to nap and placed him in my bed right beside me and off he went to la la land. I was able to catch up on customer e-mails and of course my farm on farmville. I think you can say I am addicted. lol

I have been receiving some wonderful e-mail from all of you out there who are following me and my journey. Keep those comments and e-mails coming I reply to everyone. I honestly do and no I do not think your weird. lol I love reading all your stories and am so proud of each and every one of you. We can all do this together.

I should have washed and dried my hair but there is never enough time in my day to do everything I need to get done.

Have an awesome weekend!

Dr. Poon: 36 Week Update

It has been 36 weeks and I am still on a roll. I lost another 3.5 pounds of which 3 pounds were just fat alone. In total I have lost 61 pounds.

If you are asking me if I can believe it? The answer is no it's still so surreal for me. I only notice when I put older clothes on to see where I'm at and also in pictures of myself. This just feels great.

My goal for the next two weeks is to lose 4-5 pounds. I want to hit the 65 pounds off goal which is my next one.

Thanks for reading. Just remember you can do this.

Elite Swappers February Reveal

This one by far has been my favorite challenge. I could not believe that shaving cream and dye based inks can create something so beautiful. This will be one technique that I will use again.

If you would like directions for this technique you can find the link within this post. If this link does not work kjust click the title of this post and it will take you directly to Split Coast Stampers.
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/shaving_cream1/

Here they are:

From left to right: Alexis, Marg and Paula
Bottom Row: Rose, Shlley and Veronica


Here is a close up of my card.


Happy Monday!

Some cards to share

There are a couple little boys in my life that I needed to make cards for so I took some time out today to go down to the basement to work in my scrapping area. Here is what I came up with.

This card is for Noah's 4th birthday. I love the way it turned out.




This was is for our nephew Brody for his Baptism day next Sunday.

Thanks for looking.

It's a blah day

Today will be February. Wow! Time is flying by. This month we have some exciting things happening we have Brody's Baptism next Sunday, my God-daugther (Tiffany's) birthday, Noah and Jaden's birthdays, my brother Moses' birthday, my girlfriend Amy's birthday and the Diva all day crop. This is just some of the major things we have going on this month. Then there is a PA day tomorrow for Tristan and of course family day on the 15th. I am still trying to figure out what we will do for it but it should be something fun.

It's been a busy weekend so far. Friday Steve had his flex day so once we picked up Tristan from school we all headed out to the bowling ally for a game. We really had fun watching both boys throw the ball and get the pins down. Ethan even came up with a little dance. How cute. These are the times that we should enjoy because when they are older Steve and I will be on our own as they go out bowling with their girls. After bowling the boys got to pick the dinner spot and they picked Jack Astor's. I had the most wonderful salad and believe me when I say I am still thinking about it. It was the Chicken Chophouse Salad - grilled fresh chicken breast, served on a bed of greens, red peppers, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds and cucumbers, drizzled with zesty sesame-soy dressing. Topped with crispy wonton strips, spicy pecans and sun dried-cranberries. I am telling you it was awesome.

On Saturday I was not feeling too well so I layed down for a couple of hours then headed to Georgetown for Steve's cousin's little boy's first birthday. It was nice seeing everyone we haven't in a few years. Justin is the cutest little man.

Today we have my parents coming over for a visit with their grandsons and I am just cleaning out my drawers and some business stuff. Outside it is snowing and I really do not feel like going out.

Wishing you all have a wonderful Sunday.

Cleaning out the closet... (Picture Included)

I am sure we've all had the days were we think is all this working or even worth it. Well, I am here to tell you it does and it is. I decided that since losing now 57.5 pounds (Dr. Poon 34 weeks)that my clothes are just getting bigger and bigger and I am trying everything to hold onto them for what reason. I have no idea but Monday was the day that I spent almost all afternoon in my closet cleaning out all the clothes that no longer fits. I did leave some in there just in case I need to put them back on to see where I'm at because that's how you remember were you started. I cleaned out 50 hangers of almost new clothes (gave them to my sweet friend), 4 bags of clothes that were in good shape but were a little older to the charity boxes and thru out 2 bags of just bras. I am sitting here thinking hmmmmm should I post this picture of myself half naked on my blog for the world to see...........the answer is yes because you can do it too. I still have a long way to go but these are the stops in the middle that we need to reward ourselves.

I put on items from my closet and I thrilled they no longer fit. I go into stores that I was never able to shop at like Old Navy and just buy their now regular sizes. It feels great!

I look at this picture and see I still have to go on with this but also see that there has been a road that I have travelled to get here.

Thanks for looking and keeping me going.

Hugs