Creative Projects

Well I have finally recovered enough to post some artwork to show my upcoming classes as well as just some general fun things. I have learned so much from others via thier blogs on card making that I feel like I can create a few things in the days ahead. I have a cute mini album that is in the works right now once the liquid glass is dry I will try to get the 3 different ones that I have done posted.

For now enjoy this z fold card:and tag I did at a gathering on Saturday. Everyone loved them and they went home happy and sparkly-Got to love Prisma Glitter.

Details:
Stamp Set: Snow Friends CTMH November Stamp of Month
Paper: CTMH Just Chillin' Level 2 Paper Pack
Ink: CTMH Archival Black, Ocean, Vineyard Berry
Embellishments: Prisma Glitter, Pewter Brads, White Daisy Ribbon
Punch: SU! Corner Punch

All in a days play!

Well what a day. Anyone with a special needs child will tell you that some days it really does not pay to get up. However we made it through Speech, OT, errands, preschool, dinner and then to Rollerskating at the Elementry School Skate Night only to spend the evening in the ER. Yep! Harrison broke his elbow rollerskating tonight. I am usually so over protective of him however I remember skating at the roller rink and never broke anything.....well I guess not everyone has the same experience. As will most children with autism Harrison has a huge pain tolerance and when he says something hurts we always sit up and listen. So I decided to head to the ER tonight and I am glad that we did. He has a ace bandge fiberglass splint (that is not going to last) which he promptly asked for it to come off. He does not like the sling either-we will see what that will bring tomorrow I am sure. Anyhow here are some great photos from skating tonight and my brave little guy with his new accessory.

Pumpkin Patch

On Friday we went to the pumpkin patch here.

Harrison loved it. Just some photos to share the day. I sure was tired. After having surgery almost 2 weeks ago I am just starting to feel great again. I still get tired but I love the new ta-tas! More about that later! I hope to be back to creating this week. I have some great Autism Awareness ideas, Christmas Cards, and Halloween Cards. Also my 8 page layouts for November, December and January. Let me know if you are interested in a class kit or attending the workshop (they are the last Wednesday of the month). Enjoy!

CTMH Secret Sister Gift!

Today I recevied a wonderful gift from my secret sister. I have included 2 photos because I could not get it all in one!

The gift included:

T-shirt for Harrison

Cookie Mix using ghost Marshmellow Ghosts

2 big Reeses Cups

Creative Clips

Friendship Dangles

an embellishment positioner

CD album for Halloween with Harrison name on it.(made so cute-great for my kids club girls)

Card

Basket of nugget chocolates.

A huge thank you to my secret sister!

Jenny McCarthy on Autism

I was glad that I watched the Oprah show on Tuesday of this week in which Jenny McCarthy and Holly Robinson Peete spoke about being parents of children suffering with Autism. I was moved to tears when Jenny described being told her son Evan had autism. I remember that day like it was yesterday. The things that struck me the most was when Jenny described how she was trying everything to make her son well or responsive. I loved that she did not say that the wheat and dairy free diet was the "cure" but that it was a tool that works for her child but like chemotherapy it may not work for everyone.

I really dont want to be part of this exclusive club of mothers who can relate to a brand new word, or the joy of finally hearing the words "Mommy" or "I love you" from your child who wont even look at you. It is wonderful that Jenny is speaking out and providing a ray of "hope" to those of us looking for some answers, and a real understanding of our hopes and fears, as she understands them and lives them just like I do daily.

I thought that I would share that Jenny is speaking on a variety of shows in the next week. Hopefully you can catch one of the shows and maybe you too could understand just what it is like to live life daily with autism as a permenant member your family.

Jenny is appearing:
September 18th, 2007: Oprah Show
September 21st, 2007: 20/20
September 24th, 2007: Good Morning America
September 25th, 2007: The View
September 26th, 2007: Larry King Live

Also there is a very true and real article (Fighting for My Autistic Son by Jenny McCarthy) in the current People Magazine on news stands today September 21st, 2007. If you have any questions feel free to ask! I am sure that I dont have any answers but I am empathize with you and maybe together we can find some answers to why our children, why autism, and how can we meet it head on and see progress!

Fall Cards

I think that summer is finally on its way out here in the Pacific Northwest. I was preparing my cards for an upcoming class and deciding on a design for my swap cards for Regionals and this is what I have come up with. I think that they turned out pretty well. Enjoy!

Swap Cards

This is the October Stamp of the Month from CTMH. These cards were made by some very talented ladies! I love the tri-fold card made by Kara Schmidt and the coaster frame made by Alicia Frank! Thanks ladies for doing a great job.

Fair Photos

It is amazing what we find out our children can do when we let them spread thier wings and fly! I know that I am pretty over protective of Harrison but sometimes you must let go and let him try new things and just go with the flow! That is the theme this year on our fair visits! He enjoyed so many of the rides and the exibits that I am sure that tomorrows demolition derby will be his favorite of the fair! Enjoy the photos!

Having an UnBeelievable Time at the Fair!

We have had such a great time this week at the county fair. Everyone has commented on the wonderful artwork and the time to share with each other has been a ture bonding experience for me and Kara! Come see me this weekend!

Caprise Cards

I love this set of cards. Thank you to those of you who post wonderful cards on your websites and blogs! These cards are in no way my own designs but definately worth lifting. It was wonderful to have the help of my customers in redoing one of the cards that was hard. We have a wonderful time making these cards. I am looking forward to making some fall cards this evening! Anyhow enjoy the photos!

Families Together-Family Enrichment Weekend

This past weekend my family participated in a Family Enrichment Weekend hosted by Families Together. We got involved with Families Together last year when we met Chris Curry and started working with her on getting the services needed for my son Harrison! The photos above are just a sample of the fun we had this past weekend. Enjoy!

New Blog for My Creations

Well I have finally taken the plung and started my own blog! I am so excited about having a place to post all my creations whatever products they are from. So here are a few of my first posting using CTMH cardstock, My Minds Eye, Basic Grey and Rusty Pickle! As you will see I love chipboard and flowers! Enjoy!