Moron de la Frontera · Spain · Tripp

Spain Baby Shower

This past Saturday my friends here in Spain threw me a baby shower.  They were so generous and organized and planned a lovely luncheon at the Club on base.  Brianna made the invitations, Rena made this adorable cake and everyone else brought tons of yummy food. Celina planned and executed all the fun games.  We… Continue reading Spain Baby Shower

Tripp

Tripp Update

This past Wednesday I had my 36 week checkup with my Dr. in Rota.  Everything looks great, Tripp is measuring right on this week.  I go back to the Dr. in 2 weeks and then start traveling down to the hospital in Rota on a weekly basis until he arrives.  He is getting bigger and… Continue reading Tripp Update

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Thankful Thursday

Amanda’s new website, Mama to Mama.  This is an amazing idea from an equally amazing and talented artist and mom. This week I am most thankful for CHANGE: Even though we currently don’t reside in the U.S. my husband, along with many others, fight for it everyday.  We had our absentee ballots in as early… Continue reading Thankful Thursday

Fabric · Gifts · Quilting · Sewing

Giveaway Alert

I just found out about this BEE-YOU-TEE-FULL giveaway over at Simply This That and the Other.  Head on over and check it out!  She is giving away this amazingly yummy-looking peppermint stick table runner, just in time for the holidays.  Blogged with the Flock Browser

Moron de la Frontera · Tripp

Birthing Class

Yesterday Joe and I had to go to Rota for our birthing class.  We watched a 3 hour video on different topics such as pain reduction options, the stages of labor, emergency c-sections, postpartum, and preparing for your new baby.  We also got a tour of the labor and delivery wing at the Naval hospital… Continue reading Birthing Class

Crafts · Gifts · Paper Crafts · Tutorials

Curled Paper Christmas Tree – Tutorial

Next week I’m selling some things at a craft/bake sale on base.  I’ve been creating a few things for my table including these cute and simple Curled Paper Christmas Trees. You will need: MATERIALS 1) Fiberboard or cardboard cone  (You could also use a foam florist cone but then you would need to use pins… Continue reading Curled Paper Christmas Tree – Tutorial

Crafts · Gifts · Paper Crafts · Stamping · Thankful Thursdays

Thankful Thursday

Red Raspberry Leaf Tea Tastespotting, a new website that I think I want to marry! 2 friends who just had baby boys and one who just found out she is pregnant with a little boy! Getting ready for an upcoming craft fair.  I’m just making a few things for my table, hoping to sell some… Continue reading Thankful Thursday

Moron de la Frontera · Spain

21 and counting!

I think it’s safe to say that Joe and I will not be following in the Duggars footsteps. Last night was the Air Force Ball. Since Joe was in Germany this week and I have nothing to wear to a ball that won’t make me look like a big, round, taffeta beach ball I decided… Continue reading 21 and counting!

Paper Crafts

Children's Fall Party

Last night was the Air Force Ball.  Since Joe was in Germany this week and I have nothing to wear to a ball that won’t make me look like a big, round, taffeta beach ball I decided to volunteer my time to watch the 21 children who needed supervision.  Oh I wasn’t watching 21 children… Continue reading Children's Fall Party

Crafts · Etsy · Paper Crafts · Stamping

Holiday Creating

Joe’s been gone this week so I have taken over the dining room table.  Here’s what came about: Two fall themed collages – 1 is up in my shop. A chipboard wreath inspired by this beautiful wreath.  I love these colors together, the light greens and blues.  I think I may make one or two… Continue reading Holiday Creating