TLC's Friday bomb!

Most former TLC consutlants are feeling pretty shocked and extremely disappointed as the news sinks in that TLC has kicked us to the curb. They e-mailed us Friday afternoon at 4pm (they always post bad news on Friday afternoons) that they dissolved all consultantships and are now a "discount buyer's club". I felt as if someone had socked me in the stomach. I think the only thing that saved me was that I had started getting disillusioned last July when they reneged on incentives then. Still, we thought TLC would survive and hoped it would pull the company together. Well, off to search for a more trustworthy company.....

Blogging Around

I'm recovering from this "cold" that seems to be striking so many people around me. I should be napping but I keep thinking about all the fun projects I want to do. So what am I doing instead? Well, I'm obviously not working on one of my projects but I am doing something I enjoy but rarely make time for, I'm blogging.
I have so many friends that have wonderful blogs, filled with great ideas. I love to see what is new on their blogs and it also helps me take a peak into what is happening in their lives.
While there are downsides to the internet, I find that it has been such a wonderful tool for staying in touch with friends, making new friends and much more. I love when one of my friends sends me a new blog or website that they think I'll enjoy.
So if you have one you want to share, feel free to pass it my way!
Well, I'm going to get started on one of my projects and see how far I can get....

What shoe are you?

I was reading Sonia Rodriguez's blog and I came across the one asking what shoe are you. I couldn't resist and so I filled out the short quiz. I had to giggle at the response but I thought it was fun so I wanted to share it here. Enjoy!

You Are Bare Feet

You are a true free spirit, and you can't be tied down. Even wearing shoes can be a little too constraining for you at times! You are very comfortable in your own skin. You are one of the most real people around. You don't have anything to hide. Open and accepting, you are willing to discuss or entertain almost any topic. You are a very tolerant person. You are accepting and not judgmental. You should live: Somewhere warm You should work: At your own business, where you can set the rules

What Kind of Shoe Are You?

Thanksgiving 2007

Thanksgiving always includes lots of good food to share with family. This year was no different, and thanks to everyone that came we had plenty of delicious food to share.

Stacey brought a few crafts along to keep you busy. She had the boys make Pilgrim hats and Danny was happy to show off his. Each year I try to get all the ladies in the family together for a photo.

This year I managed to get our men together for a group shot. As you can see, they were reluctant but they still posed. Aren't they a handsome group? Can you tell which one likes to be Santa?


Stacey also had a "What I'm Thankful For" tree that we each made a "leaf" for. On that leaf we wrote what we were thankful for. It was very sweet to read each leaf and know that the branches of our family are strong. Yes, it was another year of giving thanks for all the blessings we have!

September is here!

It's hard to believe that summer is coming to an end. late August and this first part of September brought SoCal some very warm days. I'm sure there are many who are looking forward to cooler days. With school back in session, football season underway (Go Bruins!), and the Los Angeles County fair is underway I'm sure you have plenty of photos waiting to be cropped.

Speaking of cropping, September is also the month my friends Kristie Lippert and Julie Fackler are hosting their Scrapping for Soldiers events. I'm sure they are more than ready and each will have a successful crop and a fun day for those that attend. I'm vendoring at a crop hosted by Scrapbook Culture at Pachanga Casino Resort on September 22nd. If you'd like to attend, give me a call it would be fun to see you there. I also have a day crop on the 15th with the MeetUp group in Chino so marked your calendar for that too.

Now, while I don't want to stress anyone out, you do realize Christmas is around the corner? I've got the perfect gift idea for all of you. TLC introducted their Limited Edition Jingle Chatter Book and it's got everything you'll need to create a beautiful holiday gift. I'll be hosting a workshop in October to get you stared on those special gifts so contact me right away to reserve you spot. Don't forget to contact me for your Jingle bookz order too!

I've been so busy getting ready for Scrapping For Soldiers, on August 25th that I've neglected keeping my blog up to date. While I'm still pressed for time, I want to remind everyone that there is still time to get your space reserved and I to let you know that we now have Scrapping for Soldiers products available. It's been great going through all the wonderful donations that so many companies graciously sent to Jules for our crops. You'll love the "goodies" that you will get at the crop. So send in your reservations today to reserve your cropping space.

I've been so busy getting ready for Scrapping For Soldiers, on August 25th that I've neglected keeping my blog up to date. While I'm still pressed for time, I want to remind everyone that there is still time to get your space reserved and I to let you know that we now have Scrapping for Soldiers products available. It's been great going through all the wonderful donations that so many companies graciously sent to Jules for our crops. You'll love the "goodies" that you will get at the crop. So send in your reservations today to reserve your cropping space.

If you can't attend the crop but would like to show your support, you can simply send a donation or you can order from Cafe Press (by clicking the link below) and order some nice items. The proceeds will still go to Soldier's Angles who will buy calling cards for our service men and women that are stationed away from home. Well, it's time for me to get back to prepping for the big crop. If you have any questions feel free to contact me scrapinsooz@yahoo.com, and don't forget to shop at Cafe Press!

Scrapping for Soldiers Products Available

Announcing the new cafe press shop - Scrapping for Soldiers!!!! www.cafepress.com/scrap4soldiers Here's just a few items that you can find in our store.

All proceeds will be sent to Soldiers Angels for our soldiers. So shop online and help support our soldiers. There's a great selection of products that you're sure to love!!!!

2006 Family Photos, Digital Album

Stacey's Day

A while back I asked Stacey how she would like to celebrate her upcoming birthday. Without a thought she replied, "I'd like to spend the entire day scrapbooking at your house." So I planned a day for her sister, cousins and I to spend the day scrapbooking, cropping, card making or whatever, at my house. I set out food and set up my family room for our cropping spaces and we spent the entire day doing just that.

Stacey's two sons (my grandsons) came along and were great. I had left just enough room so that they could play around the train table and when they wanted to go out back, I turned on their Elmo sprinkler and set up some shade around their climber. Stacey was able to complete most of what she hoped to scrapbook and the rest of us had fun working on our projects. We had way too many "goodies" to munch on so the left overs were sent home with Stacey.

Living relatively close to my family makes it so easy to gather and spend time together. I can't imagine how life would be without them. Children and grandchildren sure make life worth all the struggles and challenges that we face in our lifetime. I cannot think of a greater reward than the hug and affection of my grandchildren. I don't know who enjoyed Stacey's birthday celebration more, me or Stacey?

Visit the website for more information on these fundraising events across the United States.

www.scrappingforsoldiers.com

Scrapping for Soldiers

The Creative Commotion Team Leaders are at it again! There will be five different cropping events going on across the United States to benefit our men and women in the armed forces. Julie Berg, Julie Fackler, Kristie Lippert, Jan Pepe, and I will be hosting the all day, "Scrapping for Soldiers" event to raise money for calling cards for our soldiers overseas.

August 25th, in Ontario, California is my event. Mark your calendars and plan to attend. Space is limited so be sure to send in your registration to reserve you space. There will be vendors, a silent auction and more! Help show your support and join any one of us at our event!

Scrapping For Soldiers
Please join us at a very special scrapbook crop
to raise money for Phone Cards for our Soldiers!
Saturday, August 25, 2007
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
at the VFW hall in Ontario, California
$30 per scrapping space
Lunch, snacks and beverages are included!
Goodie bags, door prizes, fabulous silent auction!
Free Make ‘N Takes!
Vendors on site for shopping!
Seating is limited . . .
so register early!!

Please contact Susana Okada at
scrapinsooz@yahoo.com
for your registration form