Thankful - Washing Machine....and a Pesto Bowl

I am thankful for washing machines. It is amazing the amount of laundry we produce as a only family of three.  The person to invent the washing machine is one of the most amazing people in the world!

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My very good friend, Jenny, a girl that I have known since the first grade, LOVES pesto. She loves it so much she has friend gatherings based around pesto. So, I made engraved this bowl for her as as a gift for hosting my baby shower last year.  She is an awesome friend. We don't see each other as much as we'd like but it's like no time has passed when we get together.

She loves the bowl. I liked how well it came out that I duplicated it and it's available on my Etsy.

Sometimes my best ideas for etching come when I have someone in mind.

Thankful #3 of ??? - Moms

Someone posted this on Facebook today. I found it to be very appropriate and it's something that I try to remember every day.


Today I am thankful for moms.

My mom, who is obviously the most wonderful mom in the world. Kind and loving and thoughtful of others.

My step-mom who is also kind and loving and thoughtful of others. 

My mother-in-law for the advice that she has given since my son was born.

All of my friend's moms that have been my extra moms since I was in school.

All of my mom friends who were moms before me and have answered and continue to answer my ridiculous questions about mommyhood.

And to all the moms out there who think they're doing everything wrong. If you think you're doing everything wrong it just means that you care so much about your children that you're doing everything right. Thanks for being a loving mom.

Thankful #2 of ???

I am so very thankful for my beautiful baby boy.  It took my husband and I a while to decide if we wanted to try for a child. Once we made the decision it didn't take long at all (which was a little scary for us).

It was obviously the correct decision and the correct time.

It's absolutely amazing watching him grow and learn.

We love you so much.

Daddy and I are so very lucky to have you, little one.

Thankful #1 of ?

I am thankful for my husband. I am thankful for all of the things that he does to take care of us and love us. He busts his butt to be sure we are provided for and safe.  For all the things you do, dear husband, I am grateful and love you and couldn't imagine our lives without you.

Cleaning up Rice

Is this the most interesting post in the world? No, definitely not. But, I thought it would be helpful.

The little one was eating cheesy rice with broccoli and all was well until he got tired of it, he became bored or he just felt like it belonged on the floor (because everything does, right?

Husband tried to sweep it up. Nope.
I didn't want to use the hand vac just so it could get all stuck inside and then I'd have to clean that.
I tried to move it into a pile with a dry paper towel. Nope.
So, I got out a spray cleaner. Sprayed it down, wiped it up with the paper towel and voilà! Success!

So, there is your helpful tip for the day.

Head Start Photos

Why, yes, it has been a loooooooong time since I've written a post. I'll admit, I'm really bad at this. Plus, last year I was busy getting ready for the arrival of my baby boy who is now 10 months old!
Anyway, I have started to officially offer family portraits and senior portraits. My friend, Terrisa, is a teacher at a local preschool and offered me the opportunity to take photos of the little ones. All I have to say is, wow! 3-5 year old kids have crazy energy. Here are some of the photos.
You can see more portraits I have done on my facebook page, Alice Page Creations or at my website.

Merry Christmas!

Scooter says "Merry Christmas to All!!" and "Get me out of this outfit!"
Ha ha, no, I actually think she enjoys being dressed up.  So many people commented on this photo at the craft fair this past weekend, that I decided to put it directly on a card using shutterfly.com.

Isn't she adorable?

5x7 Folded Card

View the entire collection of cards.

I'm thinking about making a calendar with our kitties and dressing them for each month - we'll see how that goes!

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