blog hop, award, and update....

Frosted Designs is having a blog hop!!!! Mark your calendar!!!! You will not want to miss this!

I was HONORED to receive this award from Darlene (Dar's Crafty Creations) and Crystal (Crafting for Caitlyn)! And I'm thrilled that she thought of me!


By accepting this award I must complete the following tasks:

1) Thank and link back to the person who awarded me. THANKS SO MUCH Dar and Crystal! You are two of the most talented paper crafters I know! You always share so much happiness, love, and inspiration with everyone you know. You ladies are the best! Right back at you ladies!!!

2) Share 8 things about myself.

I'm sharing random facts about my scrapping hobby today....

1. Scrapping is my therapy.

2. I love ink and use it on almost everything I create.

3. My all time favorite paper line is My Mind's Eye.

4. Flowers and bling are my current favorite embellies.

5. I absolutely cannot scrap without a sketch!

6. I really want to use more of my stamps on my layouts.

7. I love to create mini albums.

8. I must have my pumpkin spice coffee when I'm scrapping.

Now, I must pass this on to 8 bloggers who inspire me! I wish I could pass it on to every blogger I know, you all inspire me so much.

Diana

Debbie

Dawn

Barb

Brenda

Jessica

Fern

Pat
Tanya

****Update on my Gran*****

She came through her surgery with flying colors! The procedure went just perfectly and she is feeling like a new woman. We could see an instant improvement in her. She'll have some pain and bruising for a few days. Praise God, we won't have to worry about the blackouts and falls any more! Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.

Aw, thanks Crystal!

Good Morning,
Today I'm sharing a fabby award from my super talented sister, Crystal! She had passed this one on last week and I'm just finding time to share. Thanks Crystal for thinking of me, I'm so honored!!!! Right back at you!

Okay, rules for this award are:

•Link back to the person who gave you the award (Crystal)
•Post where you would like to be in 10 years
•Give this award to 10 awesome bloggers

So, in ten years, I want to be happy, hopefully finishing my last year of teaching before retirement. I'd love to see my nieces and nephews doing really wonderful things with their lives. Honestly, I just want to be living a happy healthy life with my incredible family.

The 10 awesome bloggers I'm sending this on to are, in no particular order:
Penny, Dawn , Brenda, Chris, Tanya, Jamie, Diana, Debbie, Jessica, and Pat.
These ladies are part of my daily inspiration. Check them out!

Aw....Thanks My Friends!

Good Morning,
I have some blog awards that I have been honored with. I will be back after school today to share these.

Sweet Friend Award .....

Good Morning,

I hope you are all safe and warm this morning. Our snow finally stopped at about 9 inches. The sun is shining brightly this morning, but it is only 20 degrees.

This morning I am sharing the Sweet Friend Award again. I was given this award last week by my scrapping girlfriend Sandi. I passed that one on to three "knock your socks off scrappers", Brenda, Laurel, and Mona. Later in the week, I had received it from Kym, Micki, and Dawn. I am so very honored that you ladies would think of me for this award...right back at you! So this morning, I am passing it on again. I know I'm changing the rules a little, but I received it three times and I'm sending to 4 people for each time. Just call me a cheat.

Here's the rules for this one. Accept the award from the Sweet Friend (s) that sent it to you, thank her in your post and pass it on to bloggers whose creativity knock your socks off. Then reveal 10 things about yourself.

So here is my list this time...cheating I know :)....and in no particular order....

1. Tanya Rudd

2. Dar

3. Teri

4. Chris Olsen

5. Crystal

6. Jocelyn

7. Sandy

8. Beth--IFR

9. Joni

10. Erika

11. Leah the Orange

12. Teresa Kline

And now my list of 10 things. Today I'm sharing my top ten of this last week and weekend. We've had so much excitement and fun.

1. My beautiful niece, Ashlea, was crowned Fourth Grade Homecoming Princess (Thursday)

2. I had a snow day on Friday.....what teacher doesn't love snow days!

3. I went to pick up the Little Kids on Friday and we've been together all weekend! Love it!!!

4. It began snowing on Friday and we have 9 inches now.

5. The kids, my sister, and I played in the pouring snow yesterday....so much fun!

6. We've had a snugly warm fire the entire weekend!

7. We all gathered at my Gran's yesterday for a delicious family dinner.

8. The Wildcats won again yesterday.

9. My little man, who is 5, had two loose teeth (bottom) and he would only let his Nee Nee pull them. His reasoning..."She's a teacher and does it to her kids all the time!" He lost both bottom teeth within two hours last night.

10. The tooth fairy came to visit him while at his Nee Nee's house. He's a happy boy this morning!

Have a very Blessed Day!

Aw, Thaks Sandi

Good Morning,

I don't have anything scrappy to share this morning. I've been working but it can't be revealed yet. I spent all evening redoing my blog. Whew!!!

My awesome friend, and fellow Practical Scrapper sister, Sandi, has passed this Sweet Friends award on to me. Sandi you are a constant source of inspiration for me! I love your style and your friendship! Right back at you and big hugs.

The rules for this one are to pass on to tree friends who blow you away with their creativity and then name ten things that knock my socks off. Oh how difficult to just choose three! I'm truly inspired by every bog I read! So here are the three for this award Brenda, Mona, and Laurel.

Now on to the 10 things that knock my socks off:

1. God and His glory. He provides for me in all ways and he is my source of strength and inspiration.

2. My family. I'm so lucky to have my 83 year old Granny, my Honeybee, and all my nieces and nephews. My family is my life! I love you all!

3. My friends, I have a mass amount off friends in my circle. Those I see and those of you in blog land. Each of you are so very special to me and I cherish our friendships!

4. Coffee, I love my coffee and latte's! I'm having some french vanilla as we speak.

5. My favorite thing in the world to watch my Ashlea dance! Baby girl you have a talent that God has blessed you with, "Dance like no one is watching!"

6. I love how excited Jon-Christopher gets when he is spending time any of us fishing, playing games, or watching movies.

7. The excitement of my kids learning new things, and being able to teach them in a fun way!

8. I love the freedom that I have and remember where it comes from everyday, thank you soldiers!

9. I'm so happy staying at home in my pj's and blogging.

10. Tybee Island and Savannah Georgia are my all time favorite places to visit to just unwind and breathe.

blessings,

Aw, Thanks Crystal....

Good Morning,
I hope you are ready for a beautiful Saturday. I am. I have just awakened to the most wonderful sight, it is snowing! I'm in the mountains with my Honeybee, watched a Christmas parade last night, and it is snowing this morning. Yippee!!! I'll be back later with some photos for you. :)

Earlier in the week, my design team sister, Crystal, has passed this award on to me. Crystal and I design together at Practical Scrappers. She is such a sweetheart and so very creative! Her talent is fab! Crystal, this is so very kind of you to pass on to me, I gladly accept and right back at you!

So here are the details for this awesome award:
Thank the person who nominated you for this award.
Copy the logo and place in on your blog.
Link to the person who nominated you for this award.
Name 7 things about yourself that people might find interesting.
Nominate 7 Kreative Bloggers.
Post links to the 7 blogs you nominate.
Leave a comment on each of the blogs letting them know they have been nominated

1. Christmas is my favorite holiday.
2. I adore watching my little kids as they decorate the tree,
3. The kids and I make a gingerbread house every year....so much fun.
4. There is no place on Earth I'd rather be than right here with my family.
5. Gingerbread lattes are my fave right now.
6. I love to watch the snow fall while curled up next to a crackling fire.
7. My Honeybee and I celebrate our 13th anniversary on December 7!

Now to pass this award on. I could pass it on to 70 people or more. I so appreciate each and every one of you for stopping by every day. You give me so much inspiration and I value your friendships!
1. Beth, for all your recent good fortune!
2. Penny, for be true to yourself and opening your store!
3. Brenda, for your recent good fortune, too!
4. Dawn, for your good friendship!
5. Wanda, for all your incredible inspiration!
6.Leah, you are one of the most creative ladies I know!
7.Tanya, your work is so inspirational to me!
Have a great Saturday!
Blessings,

Friend Awad...

My beautiful friend Brenda has sent me this Love Ya Friend blog award. Brenda, you are such a very special friend. I enjoy each an every visit with you. This award is right back at you! Love ya girl friend!This is what the award is all about:

This award is given to blogs that are exceedingly charming. These bloggers are not interested in increasing their own status, but rather aim to find friends and be friends. The hope is that when the ribbons of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are born!

And so it is now time for me to pass this on to five blog friends. I have so many wonderful friendships, it is difficult to choose just five. I appreciate and adore you all!

Jocelyn (Who loves her two boys like I love my Little Kids)
Sandy (I so admire your strength and courage)
Dawn (You always give a hug with your warm thoughts)
Dar (I'd love to go scrapping with you on one of your girls trips)
Cheryl (You brighten every day with your cheery comments)
Penny (You are one of the most creative and talented friends I know)
Hugs to you all!
Blessings,

Over the Top Award...

***SECOND POST TODAY---SCROLL DOWN****
I came home from school yesterday to find I had received this blog award....by four people! First Brenda had sent it my way, then Jamie, Dawn, Karen. I do apologize Karen, I can't link back to your blog. When I click on your name it tells me your profile is private. I am so very honored that you ladies thought of me for this award! I'm so blessed to have found the friendships I have in you ladies! I so appreciate you all and right back at you!!!!



The rules are this: I need to pass this award on to five people, I could do 40 people easily ( I'm kind of cheating. I'm doing five people for each award I received ) post on their blog to let them know I left this award, and then I need to answer a list of questions in ONE word. Fun .... Here they are, in no particular order: Leah, Jessica, Kerri, Heather, Hollie, Wanda, Dar, Jocelyn, Sandy, Tanya, Lisa, Teri, Mona, Kaye, Leanne, Micki, Sandi, Tanny P., Jenn, and Sherry

1. Where is your cell phone? charger
2. Your hair? blonde
3. Your mother? little
4. Your father? hero
5. Your favorite food? pasta
6. Your dream last night? church
7. Your favorite drink? coffee
8. Your dream/goal? motherhood
9. What room are you in? living
10. Your hobby? scrapbooking
11. Your fear? snakes
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? happy
13. Where were you last night? crafting
14. Something that you aren't? mother
15. Muffins? blueberry
16. Wish list item? Expression
17. Where did you grow up? mountains
18. Last thing you did? lunch
19. What are you wearing? jammies
20. Your TV? off
21. Your Pets? dog&cat
22. Friends? close
23. Your life? happy
24. Your mood? content
25. Missing Someone? kids
26. vehicle? Jeep
27. Something your not wearing? jewelry
28. Your favorite store? scrapbook
29. Your favorite color? yellow
30. When was the last time you laughed? morning
31. Last time you cried? yesterday
32. Your best friend? Ben
33. One place that I go to over and over? school
34. Facebook? Barely
35. Favorite place to eat? Italian
Blessings,

Aw, Thank You Jocelyn!

Good Morning Ladies,

My gracious and fabulous friend, Jocelyn, honored me with the Honest Scrap award. If you do not know Jocelyn, I would love to introduce you. She has an amazing blog, the most beautiful boys to scrap, and is one of the most creative ladies I know. Jump over to her blog and say hello. Thanks Jocelyn for thinking of me and right back at you, girl! Hugs!


Here is how it works....
*Say thank you and give a link to the presenter of the award
*Share “10 Honest Things” about myself
*Present the award to 9 other bloggers whose blogs I find brilliant in content and/or design or to those who have encouraged me
*Be sure to tell the 9 bloggers chosen that you are giving them the Honest Scrap award and provide the guidelines for them.
Here is my list of honest things: eeek...

1. I love teaching my third grade kiddos but I am struggling with all the other "stuff" that is part of it this year. I want to know when I can just "teach" and not be a paper and pencil pusher....

2. My nieces and nephews are my LIFE. I could not live with out them. Nee Nee loves you so much! Kiss, kiss!

3. I am really enjoying some Pumpkin Spice coffee this morning while the temps are in the upper 30's. That's right fall is here in the mountains of Kentucky!

4. I wish to go on a mission trip anywhere that I can make a difference in the life of a child.

5. I have student this year that I would love to adopt and call my daughter. She is such a sweet little girl living in a difficult situation. I pray for her and her family everyday.

6. My favorite color right now is yellow.

7. I can't wait until the Honeybee gets the fireplace fired up. I love to snuggle down on a chilly evening by the warmth of the fire.

8. I was recently named DT Leader (along with Kerri) at Practical Scrappers.

9. I am beginning my Christmas shopping this weekend. I have a HUGE list, got to get started early.

10. I turned 40 in June and I think 40 is FAB!

There are so many of you I would love to pass this award on to. I love every single one of and really enjoy every blog I follow and those that I lurk around too! So, here are my 9 recipients, in no particular order:

Leah, Jessica, Diana, Christine, Angiejean, Kaye, Lynn, Kerri, and Sandy
Each of you inspire me daily and I love your style!
Blessings,

2 Blog Awards, Yay....

Good Sunday Morning,
I hope you're having a great long weekend. This morning I have two blog awards to share with you from my wonderful friend and design team member, Cheryl. We both design for Penny's Challenges. If you haven't been to Cheryl's blog, you really need to go visit, take your time and look around. Her cards are scrumptious! She has a very lovely style, be sure to say "Hi" to her. Cheryl, I am so very honored that you thought of me and I graciously accept!

The rules for "I Like Your Style" are to pass on to 5-7 bloggers who inspire you. Well, YOU ALL inspire me every day! I am so lucky that I have such an amazing group of cyber friends! I wish to pass this award on to : Christina, Jocelyn, Mere, Grace, Carla, and Leah the Orange.
These ladies have FABBY blogs and OMG at the beautiful layouts, cards, and inspiration you will find there! Please stop by and browse a bit.


I am passing this award on to my brand new design team members of Digital Ink Co.
Boni, Darlene, Diane, Jackie, Jennifer, Micki, Raquel, Tanis, and Teri. So, get another cup of coffee, tell the DH he is making breakfast, and take your time browsing these blogs as well, you are sure to find incredible inspiration! These ladies will WOW you with all they do and create!
Blessings,

Aw, Honest Blog Award.....

Well, Brenda has made my day! I must say it was a difficult day at school. I have an Autistic child (severely) who usually has wonderful days! Something has happened since yesterday, it was just a bad day for him. Prayers are out for him and his family tonight. I love my little guy!

So, back to my great girlfriend, Brenda. I came home and got the blog going to relax. To quote her, "my sister in prayer" had left this award for me on her blog. Brenda, you had me just about in tears. I am so fortunate to have you come into my life. Your art, kind words, and Christian spirit inspire me every day! You are so much more to me than just a blogging friend! God Bless you, my friend and right back at you! Hugs....
Here are the rules of this award.
*pass this on to bloggers who you feel are honest in their blogging
*list 10 honest things about yourself

I am going to pay it forward by passing this award to the following friends:
The Groovy Crafter, Cheryl, Darlene, Alanna, Beth, Carla, Grace, Lynn and Lorraine. These ladies never fail to inspire me with their layouts and cards. Hop on over and give a shout out to each of them. I promise you'll find many things you adore on each stop!
Here are 10 Honest Things about me:
1. I love my life as a Christian wife, daughter, sister, NeeNee, granddaughter, niece, and teacher!
2. I LOVE the NFL. Go Colts and Titans!
3. I listen to the 80's channel on my Sirius radio.
4. I have a snake phobia.
5. The daisy is my all time favorite flower.
6. I LOVE Tybee Island and Savannah Georgia!
7. My favorite movie of all time is Braveheart.
8. My favorite indulgence of beverage is a gingerbread latte
9. I love having my pedicures...oh so relaxing
10. I have lost 83 pounds since June 22, 2008.
Blessings,

Second post for today....scroll down for artwork...

Lorraine has selected me for this "I Like Your Style" blog award. Lorraine, I am so honored that you enjoy visiting my blog, as I am for ALL who stop by daily or weekly. Every blog I visit has such talent within it. I wish to nominate each and everyone of you! Like Lorraine said on her blog, please feel free to take this award if you like. I wish to pass this award on to Penny, Brenda, Dawn, Boni, Sarah, Mona, and Laurel.

Blessings,

Flower Award....

Awww, that sweet, sweet, sweet, Lorraine has awarded me with a flower award. Lorraine, I so appreciate you thinking of me! I think it's just incredible that I have the honor and pleasure of calling all you who visit my blog "my friends"! Right back at you Lorraine! I love and appreciate each and every visit & comment from you all! The rules for this one are to accept the award, comment on the blog of the person awarding it to you, pass it on to at least 5 other, and reveal 5 things you enjoy doing.
So in no particular order: Dawn, Grace, Brenda, Laurel, Penny, Sarah, and EVERYONE who visits me daily! Here's five things I enjoy:
1. Knowing my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ
2. Being with my family anywhere anytime
3. Visiting Savannah and Tybee Island
4. The smell of rain
5. A good cup of coffee or latte anytime of the day

Blessings,

Circle-of-Friends Award....

Blog Awards, YIPPEE!

I just checked my blog and I have received The Circle of Friends Award today! Penny at Scrappin Penny sent it to me. Her comments about my friendship was "I feel like she's in my circle of friends because she is always leaving me such nice comments and she encourages me in everything that I do." Penny, I am so very honored that you thought of me. I love your blog, your digi stamps, and enjoy supporting you in your fabby new venture! You're such a sweet and talented friend! You really must go check out her blog. She also has Creations By Penny, a new blog in which you can purchase her new digi stamps, as well as see all the fabulous cards she makes with her images!

Here are the rules:
Nominate 5 other bloggers you feel have become part of your circle of friends.
Link to your nominees within your blog post.
Include these instructions on how to pick up the award in your blog post.
Link back to the person who gave you the award in your blog post, to show your appreciation. Comment on their blogs to let them know they've received the award . These ladies are among the most talented and serious scrappers and card makers I know, not to mention terrific bloggin' buddies!

Here are my nominations in no particular order:

Brenda

Carla

Dawn

Grace

Laurel

My second friendship award came from sweet Lorraine! I'm one of her biggest fans! Lorraine, like Penny, is one of the most talented and creative ladies I know! She has a fabulous blog and you need to hop on over and see all of her wonderful and fabby creations. I'm very honored to be considered one of your friends.

Thanks Lorraine and Penny for all of your sweet comments on my blog every day! I am so thankful for my fabby bloggin' family! I didn't see rules posted for this one, so I am forwarding on to four fabby, friends that are among the most talentend and serious scrappers and card makers I know! Penny and Lorraine, right back at you ladies, your the best!

Here they are in no particular order:

Sarah

BR-T

Penny

Christina

Blessings,

Second Blog Award in 2 Days!

I have been awarded "One Lovely Blog" award for the second time in two days! Yaaaayyyyy! Brenda over at Rose Blossom Legacies sent this one my way! I am so very honored to accept, Brenda. Thank you for thinking of me.

Here are the rules for this one:
1. Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link.
2. Pass the award on to 15 other blogs that you've newly discovered.
( I am just passing on to 10, since I had just passed on to 15 )

Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.
Here are my choices in no particular order:
1. Brenda
2. Dawn
3. Carla
4. Scrapbook Mama
5. Lin K.
6. Kristin
7. Jennifer
8. Glee
9. Lauren
10. Amy

New Blog Award!

Oh my goodness, I am extremely honored to say that Dawn over at Dawn's Crafts has awarded me with a new blog award! Thank you Dawn. I proudly accept and will now pass on.



The rules for this one are:

1) Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link.

2) Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you’ve newly discovered.
Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

Here are my choices (in no particular order):

1. Grace
2. Iona
3. Leslie
4. Christina
5. Sharon
6. Jackie
7. Jen
8. Sarah
9. Karen
10. Kim
11. Erin
12. Laurel
13. Tina
14. Jenny
15. Lori