Babies, Blankets, Pets & More

I love seeing people use the things that I make for them. Seriously, it brings me such great joy. I finished up this Hexagon Blanket in June and was not sure who it was intended for. When my friend Bobbi received her daughter last week, I just knew the blanket was for her. I have seen a few pictures of her laying on it, and I LOVE it. Totally makes my heart happy!

 

 

Little Rylee is the sweetest thing ever. I was privileged enough to visit her twice already, including at her Meet & Greet yesterday. I love holding little ones, and cannot wait for the day when I have my own in my arms!

 

 

When Kai is in the house, the kitties pretty much stay up on the couch / away from her. They are usually out during the day, so I don't feel bad about this. However when Kai is outside, they think they rule the house again. Here is Halvsies in my craft room, he found the perfect spot! haha

 

 

This picture is two months old, but I still cannot believe Kai was ever so tiny!

 

 

Lastly, any guesses as to what I am making with these pom poms??

 

Thanksgiving 2012

I was so excited that we got to venture to the Bay Area for Thanksgiving this year. We were worried that Matt would have to work, but luckily he did not. Since the WHOLE family was in town, we took some great pictures with all the kids and grandkids!

My immediate family with my grandma and without.

The WHOLE dang family. So rare to have usall together!

L: Mama with all her Grandkids       R: Emily & I

L: Aren't we just the cutest ;)      R: The Cousins, again

 

L: Me & My Mom. See the Resemblence?     R: Chatting

L: Cousins Goofing Off     R: I LOVE my Boots!

we also had fun doing everythinge else...

L: Curling my Hair       R: Table Setting (by My Mom)

L: The Family that Cooks Together...   R: My Contributions

My Dad Barbecued the Turkey. So Good!

Dinner & Drinks!

L: Group Picture!  R: Toast to my Papa (Red Breast Irish Whiskey)

L: Cheers!    R: Cocktail Hour at My Parent's Place

I made Pomogranite Margaritas.Quite Tasty!

L: Chili & Cornbread    R: My Attire for a 4 am Departure!

 

I love seeing my family. I'm so ready to go back. Especially since my parents just got a new puppy! Do you have a big family? Do you love it? Our family is pretty big on both sides -- and I LOVE it!

November 2012

November. This month was busy. We had a bridal shower, a trip to Mexico, and a trip to the Bay Area for Thanksgiving. Not to mention, someone (not me) turned 30! A few of those events will be in different posts, but here are the rest of the pictures...

A picture of five with four photobombers. haha
This is at Caitlin & Hayden's Bridal Shower.

L: Matt made me a Pumpkin Spice Latte      R: Me & Jen

Decorations for the Bridal Shower

L: Fall Wreath     R: I miss my City by the Bay!

L: Lots of Scrap Yarn in a Project Bin    R: A Kitty Snuck on my Bed!

L: Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Sauce  R: Crocheted Roses

L: Experimenting with Pin Curls    R: Head Wrap to Keep them Pinned

L: Pin Curl Success!       R: 30th Birthday Ice Cream!

L: 30th Birthday Cake       R: Birthday Sushi with the Family

L: Genuine Birthday Smile!   R: Homemade (and Tasty!) Sauerkraut

L: Day Date to Oak Glen   R: Matthew & I

 

L: Sock Bun    R: Homemade Pinata! Bam!

L: Burlap Lingerie Bags. Love.   R: Matt & Randy Making Flowers

L: Hot Glueing is Dangerous!   R: Lots of Coffee Filter Flowers

 

As I write this (It's Wednesday and I'm preposting), we are dealing with the loss of Matt's grandpa. He was 93 and lived a long life. It's fun to look back at the pictures and remember some of the fun times with him. For instance, he came to the sushi dinner and told us his story (again!) about how he learned to use chopsticks when he was overseas. They made him transfer peas from one bowl to another until he had it down! I'm glad we are able to look back on the good times with him. But also, we know where he is now. A good friend visited him a few weeks ago and prayed with him. He asked Grandpa about his faith and he said "well way back on a cool day in 1934, the Lord met me in my car. I felt His presence and I was saved." There's more to the story, but it is so reassuring to know where he went. In fact, maybe he met my grandpa up there too! Hopefully they are sharing good stories about me! ;)