tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85466601535925106082024-02-06T22:31:28.909-06:00Rodriguez FamilyA Hundred Years From Now..it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, the kind of car I drove..but the world may be different ..because I was important in the life of a child.Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-55920480581762792682010-06-03T20:19:00.000-05:002010-06-03T20:19:23.968-05:00Maybe Next Month....I thought maybe I would get to update this blog and get back to it regularly, but it doesn't look like it is going to happen this month. BUT...I have completed most of my New Year's Resolutions from this <a href="http://www.shannonrodriguez.blogspot.com/">list</a>.<br />
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1. I have gone to the theaters 3 TIMES!!! We watched a Veggie Tales movie, Back-up Plan, and How to Train A Dragon!<br />
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2. I have done a lot, but still need to repaint the living room....any volunteers???<br />
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3. I was running more and going to the gym, but haven't since mid-May.<br />
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4. This month will be tough. Please pray for me.<br />
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5. Vegas next month or August!!!! Just the two of us-NO KIDS!!!<br />
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6. Not yet!<br />
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7. YES!!<br />
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8. Can't ever do it enough....<br />
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9. Still a work in progress!<br />
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10. Something for me...one of these years! Wait, Bible Study counts, right??<br />
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See you soon!Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-20762443185769073102010-01-02T18:36:00.001-06:002010-01-02T18:36:22.115-06:00Happy New Year—2010!<blockquote> <p>MY PERSONAL NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS!!</p> <p>1. I resolve to go watch at least 1 movie at the theatre this year, even it means leaving the kids in the car alone!!</p> <p>2. I resolve to finish all current projects before starting a new one!</p> <p>3. I resolve to exercise more…even if it means I have to get up @ 5am to jog around the block!</p> <p>4. I resolve to play more trains with Logan, do more hair and nails with Ariel, and read more teen magazines with Alexia, even when I have a big school project due!</p> <p>5. I resolve to get out of town by plane with the hubs, even if it means leaving the kids home alone with a box of cereal!</p> <p>6. I resolve to call my Grandma and talk to her for one full hour or even two just to make her smile!</p> <p>7. I resolve to spend more time with friends even if it means traveling out of town to see them.</p> <p>8. I resolve to tell my husband how much I love him and appreciate him and show him more respect on a daily basis.</p> <p>9. I resolve to slow down, listen, and soak in every word my kids and husband are saying to me.</p> <p>10.I resolve to do a little something for me every now and then!</p> <p>May your New Year be blessed!</p></blockquote> Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-3829171079145572782009-12-07T09:22:00.001-06:002009-12-07T10:08:11.872-06:00Gift Ideas for School<p><b>Every year after Christmas, I try to find teacher gifts for the next year.  Last year I purchased several of the snowman magnets and a couple of the picture frame ornaments for about 50 cents or less.  My girls want to give gifts to everyone they come into contact with at school.  I thought ornaments on clearance was a good solution along with some homemade treats.</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLDFQS04fVNNv6H3-0lI52HTSYMragtNOoIAD9em6pb-HCCd0otsnmkXiZHIE-jbtL1R4I-9E-HZHZ35GVyTbZYBvV-aOQoO9Af-bINT72l4Dxm03phZ_xADEsSx2iQnT91OwMvwUP9dd/s1600-h/013%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="013" border="0" alt="013" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSAMFrUI2otbwKkpwVqCP12T2pIes__15HIAHBSUQlSLVXIhM8TWsQCTFBJT5-8lOrssGjoIuvKJhH32tR9CumuNNDzlM0XtmN-TP3b-X6mh7WueYGXIctm0gtVaQ8-irWc6CeYW3kkWkJ/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a> </b></p> <p><b>Yesterday Alexia and I spent our entire day decorating 27 bags for her basketball team.  We made a template of a paw print out of freezer paper and then spread Mod Podge and glitter over some of the bags.</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiInHlbJDc9HbCHeAIGpGWP0clmap3eu3B2gTzWGBBw-xekZRjHEq-dcmAsDZJZUSnHjia1DSdPcXiu5WbZTvF1DtZops-Nlo87j-u0caG37ANortIv_IULsGV0iW6cSEwjEYF1JIH_qZ3D/s1600-h/008%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="008" border="0" alt="008" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis-c5Hf0i9rR_1LOpVG1JWTCNaZF4jTBERytlJZ6VhmRUEJV0wp3OUwJRYU46O3-ER29ZYTOvjmI6rV3cEYJg0FeZ_grphGrelZ1guF88SlrYu9uTmBGW0cGimjfwjlOBY5tRIsMMcKHPE/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a> </b></p> <p><b>We used fabric for the zebra bags and Mod Podged it on as well.</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPVObf-GwsfKmqyTgUjF-mHUWRxSCzMGfJjkwvfID8mW0rUn3iyxqvsrCZdp-aeQ2U2b3n_ch2_edhGiHrhc82mvdgzXsSW19A7J7FAdg-JC2arDvZ2L3nanRyNLPWrDL-kkJ08wduBtBE/s1600-h/009%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="009" border="0" alt="009" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKOctxVHNnupWAvn8ai1GgptgxlovIxKWo4PK05m8GlhQETpSGR2C3w4hAAN6T_cPqgY3dmyX11Ra695tsrtscwWzylARcizynenRQYPQy5q3ArSH4hBAcp4qO-kMDWSwUxqOdOzFu5E7J/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a> </b></p> <p><b>The polka dots are from scrapbook paper.  We filled the bags with fruit, whales, and a water bottle.  We made a label for the water bottles that said ‘Sink the Pirates’.  I found the template online for free <a href="http://www.onlinelabels.com/templates.htm" target="_blank">here</a>.  I thought bags like these could also be used to decorate and hand out at school.</b></p> <p><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbB-GwUeXsso2l3mWL_ene309RLMceJtnaAg1vSj3dCwADMj-qxCJIXIE67N04HBS7Tqq0UtQ5C6Vdhfn7mLTkMlTdZAvFfGusV-0pYP0sjU5wxjbNRAxqwKevdyhxhyphenhyphenffhdaIn3mrseJZ/s1600-h/010%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="010" border="0" alt="010" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNa73ObrwQidTMYLwk-i0cV5n4VVwrUfVB6K-Wp-FU7T5Kfx8GYP5aHUiVsfqNFUh_AhCL0iI2t0Ou6Q8ZZ82InV2uuDO-Uz3AhWOizMi_-OPAT-6mEsAJdaxHeekuG_kU0W3-256LZfvu/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a> </b></p> <p><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKDcoTXeAaGPpb0j8hxxGsYptSCBnZ5rRd4lAF3cX-FKVWgoyNJehrL5T-HGgrlB7C1OHtVbrFoj-HJL8NXCZ0TY-tE2opf0kqzz9oO0e5XERoV6q6XhrgqQSZC83w-w5c3MtRb_UaQKEn/s1600-h/018%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="018" border="0" alt="018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCmK1zRtkAoUjuxAWD2sNfYgNLFcuo2QLbN5rr0_DvgGITUYlr9JS5ye0YRJTGeg-gj8Pzyd1YKgLf6o0agDFgpDO-k1bhmA-xJQqzlM0vwmCMoZw0_nAZIFGVvaxgqZJOnYgEtW88TYI8/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a> </b></p> <p><b>I also included a candy cane in the bags with the following poem.  Some of the girls may not know the true meaning of Christmas.  What a way to sneak in some Jesus!!</b></p> <p>Candy Cane poem </p> <p>A significant symbol of Christmas <br />Is the Simple Candy Cane. <br />It's shape is the crook of the Shepherd <br />One of the first who came. <br />The lively peppermint flavor is <br />The regal gift of spice. <br />The White is Jesus' purity. <br />The Red is sacrifice. <br />The narrow stripes are friendship. <br />And the nearness of his love. <br />Eternal, Sweet Compassion <br />A gift from God above. <br />The Candy Cane reminds us all <br />of how much God cared. <br />And like His Christmas gift to use <br />It's meant to be broken and shared. </p> <p><b>Last year Ariel handed out little baggies filled with marshmallows and hot chocolate mix with the following poem attached.  Everyone loved it.</b></p> <p><b>Magic Powder and Snowman Seeds</b></p> <p><b></b></p> <p><b>Winter is here.  </b><b>Outside it is cold.  </b><b>To keep warm inside r</b><b>ead below.</b></p> <p><b></b></p> <p><b>Directions: Place magic powder in a mug.  </b><b>Add hot water and stir. Drop in snowman </b><b>seeds, Enjoy! </b></p> <p><b>Ingredients: enough powder </b><b>and seed for one cozy treat.</b></p> <p><b></b></p> <p><b>Love, Ariel</b></p> <p><strong>I hope you can use some of these ideas for your kids at school or church.</strong></p> Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-85153488475037749882009-12-05T23:37:00.001-06:002009-12-05T23:37:30.487-06:00Christmas Present Idea under $3.00<h3>I purchased these tote bags for less than $2.50 each at Wal-Mart.  I wanted to make totes for my nieces to take to church.</h3> <p>  <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLRWm5CatL1WHx0oKkwPYrXEQh684PFEZdQhNS5mxnV3UDnLa37OTDYqAdDKyDOz5vrgg47ga1CB0erlfOp-UTFFwYBxQ3FDWmR5UhVtTsxuJjaxDNsmnXxnMhSxxRmAbcF7NxpAuCuEdu/s1600-h/017%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="017" border="0" alt="017" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDn8RCa5AKklpbWQwHwDI13c5hRdecsCcUujqPlhUxLvqrsX7FMKP1UaHzs618n842kBn8h5Hax5P8HInUg-vX8RMAwlqMy-GrEjYzGbIsSFOzNm-1shm0rJ6eEsHzbf2U6XImNvIrWNWL/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></p> <h3>I am totally loving all things monogrammed lately.</h3> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghr3wxZBw1UFKNIrJciVAyy10ZpUTpEi9Dr6KH_DX66tZTEqbSYHzsm40Q2b2ixId4P7elEEcmlRcLtlGNEd4HmUzioMMbjj91yuO0teBip1l0KtTyWQ8NhpmO1Y9WcIRjJG19wQ1dGa25/s1600-h/014%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="014" border="0" alt="014" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUB_d7jvTtawTdIazeuznQ9w6I7rag8X1CdRRdYVL_w5WP8aR5-VfJuhuTm2K85i9iSXv08Gboed64bZb2-zEdbGta9lOsoGAyoLLI7izsiIh4IP0psqTwCYY3I4GBXhwp0CpumoNNDl0S/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></p> <h3>I printed out a letter /E/ and letter /S/ in font size 600.</h3> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9__AwdmGEtsdo_4tVFZmQPFfAXH4LRlRwzaMgGX1CNaMJUcDpM3Swm5vBvqmuyGdAFvtNWh03B5ltHZMLWKcIILcATK386WxtI1zW0X8kNJbEIbKkjF0dT2mWlAZSS8MuFxIu6Cyzap-T/s1600-h/011%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="011" border="0" alt="011" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3QPF3BcmuDHekqk6oESSKJu3REuD9fH1nGnhbZvYRkOzyXUXuMmMatGlYURZjef-hSQG64qubCLqQbA4W-z0DMSzNaEKltD3nzUFNzNhflYBppOs64mCI0sGc7hwyODhXomNvpUiHh5JM/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a> </p> <h3>I used interfacing for the first bag I made.  Lay your letter backwards onto your fabric.  Cut it out and then sew it onto your bag….if you want to do it the hard way like I did.</h3> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuHgjpiXbr1rlyhMIARdzVGYW_9LGJJ7amH-cE1AO2bYRyTLyRsV4UBBzfx9zqfTjWlDE5pw_kmPPPvaTtwu5w9PMZ0og9e-QuDIja2ihdvbqrvRTwB8TYaaDAZvisUa8maoMl0teZMo8T/s1600-h/018%5B3%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="018" border="0" alt="018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNDhyVlr1fW3RXNe6tdx21nhb4yXx0XtRrL4UbZv2WgJAq6hYbaGkhyHKkA59lmVV3TLIwT9P4OlmSpNOaa8afyFSLmFyA6H54ze_gZkNNba5ovB-UqUNQnmsnsiiK05Ss8j4-KlqZXYWy/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAyREDBXc_PTV0NZlUbl8p2S5wlI-lVxfFF81e0v0D6tuV44I-KFXt-JBuI1oGSNgL0HwFDRHpgsQkZNdKYJOf0u8UOIEdlpEEKex590RZq2gyCzmF_LI1Fsxl8lLQLjz4uTRBMvEn_93r/s1600-h/015%5B2%5D.jpg"></a></p> <h3>I got smart on the second bag and pulled out the BIG GUNS!  This isn’t <em>just</em> HeatnBond.  This is UltraHold!</h3> <p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAyREDBXc_PTV0NZlUbl8p2S5wlI-lVxfFF81e0v0D6tuV44I-KFXt-JBuI1oGSNgL0HwFDRHpgsQkZNdKYJOf0u8UOIEdlpEEKex590RZq2gyCzmF_LI1Fsxl8lLQLjz4uTRBMvEn_93r/s1600-h/015%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="015" border="0" alt="015" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT1Xf8Bqc9qQSeb7ZECHyydU3fFxgUrP7xEZ9kFuVMFHqF6ebq1wY7cHluwYJCgYJUIcANzn-3gBuKbcveinpHJjoqnJVFMJGGeqCm9JUevdi0siFLUnsvNp2_qfIV_a921ISYvPSQ_8-G/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></p> <h3>Iron onto your letter and then iron onto the bag.  Seriously, took me less than one minute.</h3> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMZo2mRorFyabmLxYo7vt7DUq3J0or-AacneC0ur7J594EYOQjSh1tymRjK22PP9eaKjZM1fn3HbU7KlPyvalCHqbqHXDAZ29aLQh0qLzjLTIMQALzAtLMwgenioQUGzMuVADeHkvPyvPb/s1600-h/016%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="016" border="0" alt="016" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCF1hoYJtyy_hBIKBnwnZAz5gQe80yat-3OKHFkQDmNcsbOL8h6xla7jYFUnEDsEVznCmmHgTL2S_Gb7rOY2aYYRmJhSK-Q9ahvBfXUCRIUAS5_kAhbQXCDSzDl-SxaefC0Dim9XyYEI5l/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a> </p> <h3>Now I have one gift bag for Samantha and one for Emmaly.</h3> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ8feD0CdaGohkRmNqdC9mAsVj1pg_0Ch6xCjikz8k6MPfBgYP6EkkTI0sqEnMU66BGEFMlvYEU6DpxvjtgJvsMpGmSDtOfS9f694DYoZeJsnI2EzuobZKXETzy18XEJV0jt9sXpoQdNci/s1600-h/013%5B2%5D.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="013" border="0" alt="013" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlNTfRwaJytQLa2E8tk0qk9VuLRbqo5Y7-HoEapvaVOsP6J0_8WW9fhje2g2MNn1fc5R6j2VhD8hwav0Q8noqFs8Vpc6sGlH14Aq554K1OuJu9NjlUMzA9U8QS_g5ChnS_uSLcUp8ard-f/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></p> <h3>I bought little magnet dress up dolls to put in the bags so they can play with them during big church.  Coloring books and crayons would work well also.  You can even give them as gifts empty.</h3> <h3>You could easily do this project for less than $10.00 for both bags even if you had to purchase the HeatnBond.  They are versatile also.  I really should make one for my son.  </h3> <p>***By the way….I am loving Windows Live Writer.  If you haven’t checked it out you should.  When I inserted my pictures they were turned the wrong direction and in the wrong order.  With Windows Live, I was able to move pictures around, add more, and rotate without deleting the original pictures and starting over.  I am having a hard time figuring out the font thing, but I will get it figured out and let you know what I think.</p> <p>I think I am done with my shopping.  One trip on a Saturday, with busy crowds, is enough to call it good!!</p> Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-25318281580787348512009-12-02T09:50:00.001-06:002009-12-02T09:50:52.784-06:00It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas…<p></p> <div style="padding-bottom: 0px; margin: 0px auto; padding-left: 0px; width: 348px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; padding-top: 0px" id="scid:66721397-FF69-4ca6-AEC4-17E6B3208830:320f772d-04c7-4df3-8f99-2a2dd3bd301e" class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent"><a style="border:0px" href="http://cid-ddd3ee3c9a2e5d83.skydrive.live.com/redir.aspx?page=browse&resid=DDD3EE3C9A2E5D83!106&ct=photos"><img style="border:0px" alt="View Christmas" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEMReo1K9NRa_0ZMdMiwXMI0kN1iF6jm7qkrK0E4LGfFZmirtufGS3Hp0WD4WvExp0afYFcHAruLYXl0c76zMt9vic7i8DLQrRGt_KTPz49KK78trDwbCytuDXzbuA3H3skPAx4vf8aTbq/?imgmax=800" /></a><div style="width:340px;text-align:right;" ><a href="http://cid-ddd3ee3c9a2e5d83.skydrive.live.com/redir.aspx?page=browse&resid=DDD3EE3C9A2E5D83!106&ct=photos">View Full Album</a></div></div> <p></p> <p>I wanted to put up our Christmas Tree in <strike>July</strike> the week before Thanksgiving, but the Hubs wasn’t feeling it so we waited until Sunday afternoon.  I still have totes spread throughout the living room trying to find a place for everything.  I didn’t realize I have quite a snowman collection.  I love it!!</p> <p>I’ve been busy with school, Thanksgiving, Alexia’s 14th birthday, and my growing list of projects around the house, and that thing they call <strong>BLACK FRIDAY!! </strong>   Since we stayed here for Thanksgiving and my sister and her family came down to celebrate, we decided to be like the other crazy women and leave the house by 4am to snag some deals.  I found some great gifts for the girls and also bought my first pieces of St. Nicholas Village Collection.  I am going back for one more piece to finish off the look.</p> <p>I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.  More Christmas pictures to come!</p> <p>I am posting this in <a href="http://download.live.com/writer" target="_blank">Windows Live Writer!</a>  I think I like it!!  I need to play with it some more and figure out the picture thing.</p> Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-58484525707118542912009-11-10T12:14:00.003-06:002009-11-10T12:24:02.162-06:00No Messes & Uninterrupted SleepI am guilty of complaining about all the messes I have to pick up daily. I often whine about not getting a full eight hours of sleep. The Bubs left on Sunday to spend one full week with Grandma. This is the longest we have been separated. I suffered from separation anxiety when he pulled out of the driveway with Daddy.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNerLdfHUljwOSB7SXY2Y8kVnWzwDE0a2kqwo_fFVHYXdE_2cUoQtc8hZhoPZMzb0YBObMylWZGPZUPT4S7IWxl86OHFcUWHtMmQn6olhNjcjWNU5WF1c5zZHscV9m9IJsP1C_eoiaHTGP/s1600-h/003.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402540921231009794" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNerLdfHUljwOSB7SXY2Y8kVnWzwDE0a2kqwo_fFVHYXdE_2cUoQtc8hZhoPZMzb0YBObMylWZGPZUPT4S7IWxl86OHFcUWHtMmQn6olhNjcjWNU5WF1c5zZHscV9m9IJsP1C_eoiaHTGP/s320/003.JPG" /></a> There is not anything in the world I would trade for this little guy. Not a spotless house. Not eight hours of uninterrupted sleep. Nothing! I love this little guy. Bubba teeth and all!<br /><div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-32042186008837124112009-11-04T17:57:00.004-06:002009-11-05T07:50:39.839-06:00Can ya' help a girl out?I have been searching high and low for the perfect khaki/beige/tan color. As you can tell I have not found what I am looking for. I have bought a gallons worth of samples and still have not found the perfect color. I have bought 4 colors to go from Sherwin Williams and samples from Benjamin Moore and Ace Hardware! I obviously need your help. This picture is just one side of the livingroom! I have more samples on the other side too. Yikes!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOVpDGQnM2aNyCl3aVEp4cgCjYzPWxuSkVjzKZIGvFwjy5oK_BTsUUaU0fQPmnu3N3X14Yri3qaUnJSYZNWgybfAZs3BHsVa7w-PsG_y7G0M5-oVpMWJhcZwjjT6O7L55ENwMPMABn_wDD/s1600-h/013.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400613600637028514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOVpDGQnM2aNyCl3aVEp4cgCjYzPWxuSkVjzKZIGvFwjy5oK_BTsUUaU0fQPmnu3N3X14Yri3qaUnJSYZNWgybfAZs3BHsVa7w-PsG_y7G0M5-oVpMWJhcZwjjT6O7L55ENwMPMABn_wDD/s320/013.JPG" /></a> Our walls are painted an off white and stained. We used a paint brush and painted the stain on and then used rags to wipe it off. We are not happy with the color of the ceiling. We want to find a color to paint the ceiling and maybe the entire living room, master bedroom and bathroom.<br /><br />Do you have a favorite khaki color?<br /><div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-5238292886354770262009-11-03T16:45:00.003-06:002009-11-03T16:59:34.328-06:00Halloween CostumeI found this Peter Pan costume idea at <a href="http://makeitandloveit.blogspot.com/2009/10/peter-pan-costume.html">Make It and Love It</a>. I made two because the first one was too small. Mine did not turn out nearly as cute as the inspiration costume. I am a lazy sewer. I did not even take time to change out the thread colors.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhivLMSr1am0tZVLl_gogSe6yLRcUt5qutZX2tBHwqD1h-cdi-bAifjMtlMOvQIxeFQXGzILTw9X_2J8vwc2kmT3G4J0zrnYVeI0r-axJII37mefQMWT7aou-AQNkyXyckKE3wNOo1i_xpk/s1600-h/001.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400013878194508354" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhivLMSr1am0tZVLl_gogSe6yLRcUt5qutZX2tBHwqD1h-cdi-bAifjMtlMOvQIxeFQXGzILTw9X_2J8vwc2kmT3G4J0zrnYVeI0r-axJII37mefQMWT7aou-AQNkyXyckKE3wNOo1i_xpk/s320/001.JPG" /></a> I bought the leggings at a used children's clothing store for $1.49.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjke6CHE1N6WmsCXIJ1pyPGRlPHV5Xgjy8RQF2UiN7bNkyhctuOvTDtCziGbUsf7jGx0DZRvZAQoezIFrn82NBTxlxAH1jakmZhGpSMf4bY1Cu2yIwehn0qBG8Wt_MKDRTTTgF2gObj-dff/s1600-h/002.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400013870072743474" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjke6CHE1N6WmsCXIJ1pyPGRlPHV5Xgjy8RQF2UiN7bNkyhctuOvTDtCziGbUsf7jGx0DZRvZAQoezIFrn82NBTxlxAH1jakmZhGpSMf4bY1Cu2yIwehn0qBG8Wt_MKDRTTTgF2gObj-dff/s320/002.JPG" /></a> The hat ended up being way too big and he would hardly wear it.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCr6XyJ610W71HtoU-tX4kfdrX6yUcnTxeU7nkzarYeGxcwee2ELsuXWdVcwRJ5EeOnwfBGT1W71781NQO92upVwsyJnBK-h-fx9NsN5Zv0CJS435O1j8HnuPgqHNz9xxxO7VdsOCpgF2/s1600-h/004.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400013861984432914" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCr6XyJ610W71HtoU-tX4kfdrX6yUcnTxeU7nkzarYeGxcwee2ELsuXWdVcwRJ5EeOnwfBGT1W71781NQO92upVwsyJnBK-h-fx9NsN5Zv0CJS435O1j8HnuPgqHNz9xxxO7VdsOCpgF2/s320/004.JPG" /></a> I found a Tinker Bell costume at Target, but my daughter did not want to wear it because it had a picture of Tinker Bell on it. She ended up getting <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">strep</span> throat so we ended up not doing any trick or treating anyway. She went back to school today and is feeling much better.<br /><div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-69479958406103555422009-10-30T09:07:00.003-05:002009-10-30T09:22:25.081-05:00Happy HalloweenWe made some edible eyeballs to get in the mood for Halloween. They are made out of vanilla pudding.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqQI7p8qmWjJzyDtHIyaRefrwMqK5vyuKYRglwPo2FQllkUv9rl5slki1KCFQ2VeviT814vZOm7QVP6Qg0lzBua0tTjsBq3SHOp3TXhnW1hyphenhyphenQDndQFGFQDO72npJD2HPEbDsZLeWzOTndh/s1600-h/025.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398396252421827538" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqQI7p8qmWjJzyDtHIyaRefrwMqK5vyuKYRglwPo2FQllkUv9rl5slki1KCFQ2VeviT814vZOm7QVP6Qg0lzBua0tTjsBq3SHOp3TXhnW1hyphenhyphenQDndQFGFQDO72npJD2HPEbDsZLeWzOTndh/s320/025.JPG" /></a> They look like this when done. I had some that were really bulging. I think they suffered from a disease! I found the recipe <a href="http://theidearoom.blogspot.com/search/label/Halloween%20Recipes">here</a>. They are really easy.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhVN9YVKh4SMF6vDzvgJ7W-Pu_pylkizg79GI5UTa2QOVVTPbm2xZOWtpGHb4T8J5GIY9EJxP0pSRh1fAmYoVNTQqETs-Fm8x_CjfadF6bpbmSMudH4PIeQU78BM1pCA7iB3JnvhRsm3PN/s1600-h/026.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398396250889294418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhVN9YVKh4SMF6vDzvgJ7W-Pu_pylkizg79GI5UTa2QOVVTPbm2xZOWtpGHb4T8J5GIY9EJxP0pSRh1fAmYoVNTQqETs-Fm8x_CjfadF6bpbmSMudH4PIeQU78BM1pCA7iB3JnvhRsm3PN/s320/026.JPG" /></a> We also made this huge spider to hang outside by our front door. He keeps falling down, but we love him. You can find the directions <a href="http://thechildrensnest.blogspot.com/2009/10/here-is-peek-of-some-of-my-outdoor.html">here</a>.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCtZPYkrCSdZkHLsbvmqdI_IMDX63baa_RMJ4LLBWSYM_-8c5NdvnIlK9unMIj2uOFRASljLKt3Vk6vW8sICYoKuRsCHNPrQBA1OcwaFx3sZZqibqKXYU1JZM-fmmF-JOS7NnQzPKE0l6s/s1600-h/022.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398396243744781826" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCtZPYkrCSdZkHLsbvmqdI_IMDX63baa_RMJ4LLBWSYM_-8c5NdvnIlK9unMIj2uOFRASljLKt3Vk6vW8sICYoKuRsCHNPrQBA1OcwaFx3sZZqibqKXYU1JZM-fmmF-JOS7NnQzPKE0l6s/s320/022.JPG" /></a> Have a safe and Happy Halloween. I'll post my homemade costume tomorrow! Another borrowed idea!!<br /><div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-65821125717240247222009-10-27T13:33:00.004-05:002009-10-31T23:11:34.488-05:00I made it without my Hubby (almost)What do you do with all the leftover fence panels when hubby has just finished building a new fence?<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH9YaZtFux1YYPpJMR3DXmlgIStJ6D2M0w5oborLwWyquKl_AiaTGICt1DzgaNGleRgJ6vHNRIjEM0x7q9n96ehKePFrv3NBzQmXb53gxQYmbhSWxIGzLn5kHcofDQv0iBsEis0xIHY0QD/s1600-h/009.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397351810785950978" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH9YaZtFux1YYPpJMR3DXmlgIStJ6D2M0w5oborLwWyquKl_AiaTGICt1DzgaNGleRgJ6vHNRIjEM0x7q9n96ehKePFrv3NBzQmXb53gxQYmbhSWxIGzLn5kHcofDQv0iBsEis0xIHY0QD/s320/009.JPG" /></a> Purchase scrap wood at Home Depot. See the green spray paint? That means these 4 feet 2X4's are 51 cents each. Wink at Sexy Hubby and promise him anything in the world if he will recut all the wood because after I ran them through the table saw each leg was a different height. Oops!<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRDrUYghioACFT1uVp12YAIcGnwuO9Q0008wko0HRiOVPWe65L02hVYkylN86WhF8Kcbf-BvUfhhhtprHt6VNLFSloiHIzkDIBcrjehr6qPIc3NYHB0zJFBbdkwnR7hymcrwdedhccGdjY/s1600-h/010.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397351806126736754" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRDrUYghioACFT1uVp12YAIcGnwuO9Q0008wko0HRiOVPWe65L02hVYkylN86WhF8Kcbf-BvUfhhhtprHt6VNLFSloiHIzkDIBcrjehr6qPIc3NYHB0zJFBbdkwnR7hymcrwdedhccGdjY/s320/010.JPG" /></a> I needed a new entry table and wasn't willing to spend big bucks to get one.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2RTJ74tMUqfOGEFuj7vjv_ioit4EcB18EeNpKBFJRfWxeuEqVUx5FW3HEjYkNrH4jf157iKtdcTokM9C1fPc-R9jDFiHzvtEHBdKoW6HjDN48sN1eXmbIlHaJYGdCtofySfzZEoe8QuRz/s1600-h/006.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397351805235277010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2RTJ74tMUqfOGEFuj7vjv_ioit4EcB18EeNpKBFJRfWxeuEqVUx5FW3HEjYkNrH4jf157iKtdcTokM9C1fPc-R9jDFiHzvtEHBdKoW6HjDN48sN1eXmbIlHaJYGdCtofySfzZEoe8QuRz/s320/006.JPG" /></a> I pulled off all the old pickets and used the 2X4's from Home Depot to make this entry table. I am still playing around with the accessories, but I love it!<br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC0QkF7eWFEbmGJkE_5P13SUTK-WscPAZa5-cmwoiwjrVKSQbOPWlyYlPxddz0EIU7rXct-gdviIggoZYY5LxjdYs_R9tQFHRb54iyvZE68KR9PjbScMlQOyQUOkU7E4EKThgzPqSlJRQ1/s1600-h/007.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397351795056759394" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC0QkF7eWFEbmGJkE_5P13SUTK-WscPAZa5-cmwoiwjrVKSQbOPWlyYlPxddz0EIU7rXct-gdviIggoZYY5LxjdYs_R9tQFHRb54iyvZE68KR9PjbScMlQOyQUOkU7E4EKThgzPqSlJRQ1/s320/007.JPG" /></a> Ours measures 4 feet long by 30 inches tall. I had the black paint already. I bought the 2X4's for $2.00 and a box of screws for $5.00. Not bad for a huge entry table that I love. The price makes it even better.<br /></div><div>I am linking up to DIY day <a href="http://asoftplacetoland-kimba.blogspot.com/2009/10/diy-day.html">here</a>. Go check out how creative these women are!</div><div></div><div>Come see my new table!<br /><br /><br /></div><div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-75181577172373439832009-10-18T19:30:00.003-05:002009-10-31T23:11:52.483-05:00Picture FrameI took this frame that I bought about three years to make a gift for a friend that was having a baby.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXRV18yzFu19WWDRfdiE7xBFmzWN1hmmtI7Egn1njJsjfjSdXCyxPv_g-RQHYVwoDaoH-Jnw_aWZB9IWguSjtGz8S-4324DFKARJnMpFWICDSQCd9kzTz9WfEoiKS-cP_YesXhQNr355-E/s1600-h/001.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394103373480981554" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXRV18yzFu19WWDRfdiE7xBFmzWN1hmmtI7Egn1njJsjfjSdXCyxPv_g-RQHYVwoDaoH-Jnw_aWZB9IWguSjtGz8S-4324DFKARJnMpFWICDSQCd9kzTz9WfEoiKS-cP_YesXhQNr355-E/s320/001.JPG" /></a> I used a piece of scrapbook paper from this fall stack...<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXo3dJnFn4N8ew1RhKSe9WreqJlj7ZKuRdGOGEZ6qDqXozkepEzPJkv9ErtSfu4s9yOKAV1-T4LsJIhRd_QxuHL_4e5ilOSbT_ZDJ3VlQI3ihF8bj_DOUiYxWKS3YcAsK99mazB7pviC_l/s1600-h/002.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394103364602740130" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXo3dJnFn4N8ew1RhKSe9WreqJlj7ZKuRdGOGEZ6qDqXozkepEzPJkv9ErtSfu4s9yOKAV1-T4LsJIhRd_QxuHL_4e5ilOSbT_ZDJ3VlQI3ihF8bj_DOUiYxWKS3YcAsK99mazB7pviC_l/s320/002.JPG" /></a> Used Modge Podge to stick it to the frame.....<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz1S-M9y8bXj-UV8OK5QUdHXcMHUeCKiq43C3qvLwU3JJo9lmwA9uUyr_NFanFi7pSIK1XRScU3GhV8q5PNxPxpZ8tx2MZifwQDkRdXpticWOcqEwEH8rGP5R292DDccVVRHghCkAFAZMk/s1600-h/024.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394103355819998242" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz1S-M9y8bXj-UV8OK5QUdHXcMHUeCKiq43C3qvLwU3JJo9lmwA9uUyr_NFanFi7pSIK1XRScU3GhV8q5PNxPxpZ8tx2MZifwQDkRdXpticWOcqEwEH8rGP5R292DDccVVRHghCkAFAZMk/s320/024.JPG" /></a> Now I have a new fall frame to sit in my entertainment center.<br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-32039106382052465762009-10-15T10:37:00.003-05:002009-10-31T23:09:36.954-05:00Sewing appliquesMy friend Christy had a baby boy in July. They named him Davey. I finally got to meet him last week. I had seen some onesies with appliques sewed on at <a href="http://treyandlucy.blogspot.com/2009/04/tieguitar-pattern-is-here.html">TreyandLucy.blogspot.com </a>that I was dying to try.<br /><br />BTW...he fell asleep in less than 30 seconds after his mom put him in his car seat. How sweet is that? I had to take a picture.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMo64tmNsOmptIfykH2qbPOtW4lMdZ-7QZ8BEbYqrnP98cLzrozzuFuyjKVIpXhFmSPpS5Pn3s5Av4ZXVKxhrmR8AbIPyRwJnUS5KK7hzQ-OrjgRlEGx5ZHoV91cTFrXY-8fFAGzcM2gP8/s1600-h/009.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392853038279410610" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMo64tmNsOmptIfykH2qbPOtW4lMdZ-7QZ8BEbYqrnP98cLzrozzuFuyjKVIpXhFmSPpS5Pn3s5Av4ZXVKxhrmR8AbIPyRwJnUS5KK7hzQ-OrjgRlEGx5ZHoV91cTFrXY-8fFAGzcM2gP8/s320/009.JPG" /></a> I made one applique onesie with a tie and one with a guitar. They didn't turn out as cute as I had visioned. I basically sewed white onto white. Duh! Not the best choice.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh330QTSjV01gFOQpgn2AixIFzu23bQ5J4KxDEi0SBXt0tAc99mF67UoZiRdH0pJzwIoFYYsbr_2WHbfjc6TRNu9gWrerMhyE6jY9EHjeCIFuOhaQ0RphsdGOqTC_kZDSUkKSJC61_1GBL5/s1600-h/008.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392853030914207042" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh330QTSjV01gFOQpgn2AixIFzu23bQ5J4KxDEi0SBXt0tAc99mF67UoZiRdH0pJzwIoFYYsbr_2WHbfjc6TRNu9gWrerMhyE6jY9EHjeCIFuOhaQ0RphsdGOqTC_kZDSUkKSJC61_1GBL5/s320/008.JPG" /></a> Here is big sister Brenna, Christy, and baby Davey.<br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTr4ngV7_ENLU9gg3LzMmY9Edeho455BSHa-CUigygD0bhZhEEDrJaLGghJM9fRePEDIV6CiHB29NxaT25ENJMVMckpraXuTg3Iu3iT0FVBIMCwxRdY5vM3e6CnCVcEg-UvNqZ0Da4SC9f/s1600-h/041.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392853021885293714" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTr4ngV7_ENLU9gg3LzMmY9Edeho455BSHa-CUigygD0bhZhEEDrJaLGghJM9fRePEDIV6CiHB29NxaT25ENJMVMckpraXuTg3Iu3iT0FVBIMCwxRdY5vM3e6CnCVcEg-UvNqZ0Da4SC9f/s320/041.JPG" /></a> See how the contrast looks much better. I had the zebra fabric and Ariel had the plain shirt, so I got to work.</div><div></div><div>I figured out the hard way that it works best if you iron the heat N bond onto the piece of fabric your going to cut, first. You waste a little fabric doing it this way, but it makes it much easier to trace and cut out. </div><div>1. Find a pattern you like, </div><div>2. trace it onto your heat n bond, </div><div>3. cut it out, </div><div>4. iron it onto your clothing, </div><div>5. sew around the perimeter. </div><div></div><div>Piece of cake! Enjoy your piece of art!</div><div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-57543926758291669392009-10-05T09:27:00.004-05:002009-10-31T23:12:16.354-05:00My 100th postIt only took my a year and a half, but this is my 100th post. I promise to do better!!<br /><br />Here are 100 things about me:<br /><br /><span style="color:#330099;">1. Bellybuttons and armpits totally gross me out.<br />2. I am afraid of heights. Don’t do well on Ferris wheels.<br />3. My favorite book is…to many to list.<br />4. I love the movie Hitch. Have you seen it? Cracks me up every time!<br />5. Favorite color is purple, but I don’t like to wear it.<br />6. I love to read.<br />7. I hate snakes.<br />8. I don’t read between the lines. If I have hurt your feelings or said something to offend you, you need to tell me straight up, because I won’t get why you’re trying to avoid me!<br />9. I love it when the seasons change.<br />10. I always wanted three kids.<br />11. I don’t like my feet to be dirty.<br />12. My parents divorced when I was a little girl.<br />13. I have lived in Texas, Oklahoma, California, Nevada & Washington.<br />14. I don’t like change.<br />15. I usually take the same route everywhere I go.<br />16. I’ve used the same brand of deodorant for the last15 years. Not same roll, same brand. Dry Idea roll-on. Powder Fresh.<br />17. I love riding motorcycles and four wheelers.<br />18. I like to create things, but often have to steal others ideas. Wish I were more original!<br />19. I was raised by my daddy with my little sister.<br />20. My sister and I each have one boy and two girls. Her boy is the oldest, mine is the youngest.<br />21. I love seeing the beauty in all the things created by God. Mountains, flowers, beaches…<br />22. Baby giggles make my heart happy. Actually any little giggles.<br />23. Favorite outfit is blue jeans, t-shirt, and tennis shoes.<br />24. Clothes on the floor drives me berserk.<br />25. I have a hard time sitting still.<br />26. I really should join a Dr. Pepper’s Anonymous group.<br />27. I am going to spoil my grandkids and annoy my son-in-laws…unintentionally and with love, of course.<br />28. I was baptized at age 25 with my then 7 year old daughter.<br />29. I love the smell of rain.<br />30. One day I will play the piano and speak Spanish fluently.<br />31. I really enjoy baking and think it would be fun to own a bakery.<br />32. I love to snuggle up with my hubby and watch a movie when it’s getting cold.<br />33. Starting a fire makes me feel mushy, along with watching the movie The Notebook!<br />34. I have seen God answer prayers.<br />35. I am a full time college student.<br />36. I have been married for 12 years, to the same wonderful man!<br />37. Clutter makes me feel antsy.<br />38. I love family pictures.<br />39. HGTV is my channel to watch along with the other fixer upper shows.<br />40. I am ready for a new house with a huge craft room.<br />41. There are not too many movies or books that I will read or watch over and over.<br />42. I want to live some place that stays between 75-80 degrees year round! With little wind.<br />43. I plan on running a marathon at some point in my life.<br />44. A triathlon would be cool to participate in.<br />45. Never thought I would be a coffee drinker, but now I cannot wait to get up and have a cup or two of coffee.<br />46. I would like to learn yoga, but I think it would be too mellow for me. I’d probably get bored very quickly. I think that is part of myself diagnosed ADD.<br />47. Beef enchiladas with red sauce, refried beans, and rice is probably my favorite meal.<br />48. I love being a mommy and all the things that come with parenting. Hardest job, but most rewarding.<br />49. I’m really not much of a football fan.<br />50. I liked school mainly for the sports and friendships.<br />51. I really was a goof off in school. I would bring things like sulfur to school and leave it some one's locker.</span><br /><span style="color:#330099;">52. I was really tomboyish when I was younger.<br />53. I am goal orientated.<br />54. I usually plan, down to the bathroom breaks (not really), and make lists.<br />55. I really need my full 8 hours of sleep…every night.<br />56. I like to take trips. Small ones and big ones.<br />57. I DO NOT like pears or cantaloupe.<br />58. I really miss being close to family. It makes me really sad.<br />59. I love pumpkin pie with cool whip!!!<br />60. I love me some George Strait.<br />61. I learned to drive a standard before an automatic. I thought it was so cool.<br />62. I have hundreds of things I want to make.<br />63. I love working hard.<br />64. I prefer warmer colors over pastels.<br />65. I have green eyes. If you dare say they are brown, I will gouge your eyes out with a fork! Just kidding.<br />66. I’m a jello fanatic.<br />67. I am incredibly blessed.<br />68. I listen to K-Love in my car and I love it when the kids say turn it up!!<br />69. I like to save quotes. I have a little journal that I write them in.<br />70. I like to take old and/or ugly things and fix them up.<br />71. I’ve been coloring my hair since I was 25.<br />72. I think it’s against the law to get up before 6am.<br />73. I have been hot air ballooning. It is gorgeously fun!<br />74. I was born in the great state of Texas, as were my three children.<br />75. I enjoy gardening.<br />76. I have a really weird sense of humor. I blame that on being raised by my dad.<br />77. I once flushed a little fish down the toilet because he was stinky.<br />78. I am pretty simple. Don’t wear much jewelry or nail polish.<br />79. Pretty content with what I have. I don’t have many wants.<br />80. I am 5’3”.<br />81. I miss living in Amarillo.<br />82. I think marriage and raising kids takes a lot of hard work. Sometimes I get lazy.<br />83. I am saved by the grace of God.<br />84. I am struggling with school right now, because I just want to do all the mommy stuff instead of homework or studying.<br />85. I have a rule that bad and scary dreams aren’t allowed to be told.<br />86. I’m still not convinced that my 13 year old needs a cell phone.<br />87. We do not have TIVO. If you feel sorry for me and led to give me one, just email me and I will give you my mailing address.<br />88. I love watching my kids play sports and cheering them on.<br />89. I listened to Milli Vanili, Michael Jackson, Vanilla Ice, and MC Hammer back in the day.<br />90. I am forgiven!<br />91. Mercy Me’s I Can Only Imagine is one of my favorite songs. I want it played at my funeral.<br />92. I love praising God in worship.<br />93. I have been to Canada and Mexico.<br />94. We went to Six Flags for our honeymoon.<br />95. I don’t ride roller coasters or anything else that looks scary.<br />96. I am usually an active listener. I like to hear other’s point of view and then sit back and think about it.<br />97. I take my showers at night because I think it takes too long to get ready in the morning if I don’t.<br />98. I have already started buying for Christmas. Have you?<br />99. I have worked as a babysitter, dishwasher, waitress, cashier, secretary, Land Tech, and Landman.<br />100. I love my husband!!<br /></span>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-16631887940469488792009-10-03T16:35:00.003-05:002009-10-31T23:12:35.595-05:00FlashbackIt was homecoming week and the middle schoolers participated in dressing up too. They had eighties day and we didn't have anything. So we took this outfit....<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2fIu_YrBNRHSlyMpSeg0EXa37Vtb4gsX_RdCVSueY7houacwyZZMGu5Q0z9RnGZefWGy3Qf-KrmHtt0wp0odu2mjXO3iffjHk10_EdKTj1m5KuetaMVgF3NWq-Pt8ETrBEOO4zv5HH1bw/s1600-h/002.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5388492689771848114" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2fIu_YrBNRHSlyMpSeg0EXa37Vtb4gsX_RdCVSueY7houacwyZZMGu5Q0z9RnGZefWGy3Qf-KrmHtt0wp0odu2mjXO3iffjHk10_EdKTj1m5KuetaMVgF3NWq-Pt8ETrBEOO4zv5HH1bw/s320/002.JPG" /></a> And turned it into this. Lots of makeup, big hair, fishnet stockings...Perfecto!<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOtKTk81VaBTiFBQZM_98-Ox9oWZDs0xjyec0gPx0mG6cKZcfXD2xN0ccnOH7BrcS2TVvHGW_xOAn9VOlUu42rnyqMp34cO2eDQyqz2uGz4yzVkWiYxgped7ds_jfZeIxp30SdEjWodPQd/s1600-h/004.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5388492683934217314" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOtKTk81VaBTiFBQZM_98-Ox9oWZDs0xjyec0gPx0mG6cKZcfXD2xN0ccnOH7BrcS2TVvHGW_xOAn9VOlUu42rnyqMp34cO2eDQyqz2uGz4yzVkWiYxgped7ds_jfZeIxp30SdEjWodPQd/s320/004.JPG" /></a><br /><div>How many of you used to dress like this?</div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-5813338546075967332009-09-29T10:18:00.003-05:002009-09-29T10:26:42.670-05:00FREE!!!!!! Will & Trust Kit<span style="font-size:130%;">Suze Orman is offering her Will & Trust Kit from Hay House for free for one week. Go to </span><a href="http://www.suzeorman.com/igsbase/igstemplate.cfm?SRC=SP&SRCN=protectionhelp_login&GnavID=95&SnavID=113"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#3366ff;">suzeorman.com </span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">from September 27 to October 3 and click on the Will & Trust link. Then click on the Gift Code Button and enter code 898989.</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8mSdcjhxe0skE1RofEsAj42W35uOC5Rms_9UvnaCU1NXiEXN3Jlj-q7xWj8UVWVQ3Tv2ES9tkZlutdUWalBQMvPlrrRMZKTeFDfRfLj4QubFFlHhnW_qb0rQO57BAojXddMO298R06Xov/s1600-h/protectionhelp_suze2.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 149px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386909470227188770" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8mSdcjhxe0skE1RofEsAj42W35uOC5Rms_9UvnaCU1NXiEXN3Jlj-q7xWj8UVWVQ3Tv2ES9tkZlutdUWalBQMvPlrrRMZKTeFDfRfLj4QubFFlHhnW_qb0rQO57BAojXddMO298R06Xov/s320/protectionhelp_suze2.jpg" /></a> <span style="font-size:130%;">When you enter your code, you'll receive an activation code that allows you to upgrade to the all new on-line version of her Will & Trust kit for free. I haven't looked at mine yet so I don't know if it is the real thing, but I just get excited when I see the words FREE!!! If you check it out let me know if it is a good deal!<br /></span><div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-6551685426083634032009-09-21T13:18:00.008-05:002009-09-21T21:26:35.548-05:00SewingSince I pulled out my sewing machine I have made a few things that I have had on my to do list. I saw this <a href="http://makeitandloveit.blogspot.com/2009/07/twirly-jean-skirt.html"><span style="color:#3333ff;">Twirly Jean Skirt</span> </a>on Makeitandloveit that I thought was just adorable. Ariel had a pair of jeans that fit in the waist, but were too short. We cut them off....<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIlCkg5V5twns2FvXE5tlGgOZfSb4D2Fga48gJ2VHPj7houN1jNOPXGwPjzoGyERQLzJECnuOlERrTy30g72EdNLniwzqxpqAo6hhZMkBWFGm8EtXPczxOTp0Eyem_y3kfoP6zTHCpcwTd/s1600-h/IMG_7693.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 281px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383991959921949218" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIlCkg5V5twns2FvXE5tlGgOZfSb4D2Fga48gJ2VHPj7houN1jNOPXGwPjzoGyERQLzJECnuOlERrTy30g72EdNLniwzqxpqAo6hhZMkBWFGm8EtXPczxOTp0Eyem_y3kfoP6zTHCpcwTd/s320/IMG_7693.jpg" /></a> Ooopps! I cut them off way too short. My antique sewing machine won't sew through the thick pockets. I was tempted to cut off a pair of her new school jeans, but thought I better not. So now we have a pair of cut off jeans that are really short. Anybody have any ideas on what I can do with these before I throw them away?<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtx8gSmbuoeerJCjKoZZ-eyXYEdSsyseb4O27genw0Y1YiCvcRTESRGDXg_QnkQz4xiBjVY3NfBox0mKbugoWesFGp5JWUx3Yns_F1ZwmwAX1b4EK50NIQOslgxrx9YKDxqLCAkn7i5RBK/s1600-h/009.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383991791102707794" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtx8gSmbuoeerJCjKoZZ-eyXYEdSsyseb4O27genw0Y1YiCvcRTESRGDXg_QnkQz4xiBjVY3NfBox0mKbugoWesFGp5JWUx3Yns_F1ZwmwAX1b4EK50NIQOslgxrx9YKDxqLCAkn7i5RBK/s320/009.JPG" /></a> Remember my no sew pillowcase curtains. I used the left over material to make a sofa pillow.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLn4AN-Dzek5R9p4Pf_pPBh9WhhkUQr1T-0N7D47kdaKklNhYL-RvcB83J4tn0VOexUg2xpJDo7bzKSikblSCGER01Ud0-SmYZ9CtBuMO2pv78bXhZglPI0o6ZrCcV7TzEm6X1XFoST9Q/s1600-h/007.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383991784479725490" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLn4AN-Dzek5R9p4Pf_pPBh9WhhkUQr1T-0N7D47kdaKklNhYL-RvcB83J4tn0VOexUg2xpJDo7bzKSikblSCGER01Ud0-SmYZ9CtBuMO2pv78bXhZglPI0o6ZrCcV7TzEm6X1XFoST9Q/s320/007.JPG" /></a> I painted a Fleur de lis on the opposite side. That little thingy is really growing on me. They will soon be painted all over my house! I found a picture of a Fleur de lis that I liked on the internet, printed it off and then traced it onto freezer paper. I then cut it out and had a perfect stencil.</div><div> </div><div></div><div>Did you notice I now have two panels and even a curtain rod? What do you think of the final product?<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgli_-QaKvMl1IMO3sjGtxNU4v-n71Bc5KnHHwoz8VdSYLZRqp83Vt7Fdk7qmAczNpJ9ErDUHlsbprxSawpxI6YALxW1BJWrFfBXACU2As__HCHOMsB2kSesoX4iqtgveBEZoEE0iKGyyW/s1600-h/006.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383991776949801010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgli_-QaKvMl1IMO3sjGtxNU4v-n71Bc5KnHHwoz8VdSYLZRqp83Vt7Fdk7qmAczNpJ9ErDUHlsbprxSawpxI6YALxW1BJWrFfBXACU2As__HCHOMsB2kSesoX4iqtgveBEZoEE0iKGyyW/s320/006.JPG" /></a> Now if I can just get a blind like this one below I think it will look tons better. I am just afraid enough light won't shine through. That window is the only one in the living room. I got an estimate a while back for a custom made shutter for that huge window and the estimate was over $1,000.00. No thank you!<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp2WmDGxhUifczCZwwYCcHO9iMiIXraISYkuiptZ_WhZ-wgDVoXQUWbipqffVS4XFcdp8-2R5Et_l3yqTNsrWiJfARRnXBdGuaoTXywzAx0rxFS-CRYMVPp4VAG2arvwRn2uDwq-ZhNkGX/s1600-h/Bamboo-Woven-Roman-Shade-BM05-.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383989687719735234" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp2WmDGxhUifczCZwwYCcHO9iMiIXraISYkuiptZ_WhZ-wgDVoXQUWbipqffVS4XFcdp8-2R5Et_l3yqTNsrWiJfARRnXBdGuaoTXywzAx0rxFS-CRYMVPp4VAG2arvwRn2uDwq-ZhNkGX/s320/Bamboo-Woven-Roman-Shade-BM05-.jpg" /></a> Any window ideas for me? Notice the window above where you can see the dark lines. That is a metal separator on the outside for each window pane. I thought maybe we could get 2X4's and make it look like 4 separate windows from the inside and then hang smaller blinds. They would be cheaper than one great big blind. I am just afraid it would make the window look like it was from the 70's. </div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-77024207558736668202009-09-18T19:59:00.003-05:002009-09-18T20:29:25.354-05:00Halloween DressI am such a copy cat. I saw this idea <a href="http://treyandlucy.blogspot.com/2009/09/10-minute-dish-towel-dress.html">here</a> so I had to make my own. It took ten minutes to sew these dish towels into a cute <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">Halloween</span> dress. I made two for my <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">nieces</span> and one for Ariel.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrLgPmvPlRmOpv3JFc-9rgIb4LYfO3b82iAAy2CXJSflxeK0Qp6AkaSN5dYIREW4T5ppTfhEJ694NduVteC_AVkb586g6HUKyshbV599u3AOKESfe_lcNQeGjIeWeDZ0CX2_boN1t-4s4G/s1600-h/020.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382978267551770514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrLgPmvPlRmOpv3JFc-9rgIb4LYfO3b82iAAy2CXJSflxeK0Qp6AkaSN5dYIREW4T5ppTfhEJ694NduVteC_AVkb586g6HUKyshbV599u3AOKESfe_lcNQeGjIeWeDZ0CX2_boN1t-4s4G/s320/020.JPG" /></a> The purple one is for my <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">niece</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Emmaly</span>. She can wear it with a turtleneck and tights.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinkbINaXl7471ciILPZQfgdzNIqIHcTzaFUb95NpvIsGy3Cjt3fZ1jsq-sXjLOLRHVAZwCtxko4ug8hUR8IeDccCZwEC4dN4UVNQhwX7uM48iw87xZ5GpNBgEpPBBDbqxP1JQE13LQEiAT/s1600-h/031.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382978259319495602" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinkbINaXl7471ciILPZQfgdzNIqIHcTzaFUb95NpvIsGy3Cjt3fZ1jsq-sXjLOLRHVAZwCtxko4ug8hUR8IeDccCZwEC4dN4UVNQhwX7uM48iw87xZ5GpNBgEpPBBDbqxP1JQE13LQEiAT/s320/031.JPG" /></a> Logan felt left out so he had to do a little modeling as well!<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJumo-emPcGyGGbmCGlUbFQRkSgG8gtN6hpk3FvQIl1VtHgEArC6HC_ahqrFCj6sH3DcYZUUJyBclTcb2bjR7vUL6nXTaVrPwuD-WJy5VWcJzqlflvdJA7kOJZQJv1mXxzGyB2xTkRxsJs/s1600-h/029.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382978253257980098" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJumo-emPcGyGGbmCGlUbFQRkSgG8gtN6hpk3FvQIl1VtHgEArC6HC_ahqrFCj6sH3DcYZUUJyBclTcb2bjR7vUL6nXTaVrPwuD-WJy5VWcJzqlflvdJA7kOJZQJv1mXxzGyB2xTkRxsJs/s320/029.JPG" /></a> This one is Ariel's. The back is striped like the bottom of the <span>dish towel...I mean dress. It will be super cute with a turtleneck underneath.</span><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjH_ajbBkso9dsRMpwW4NRv6snbxNT3rBPpdY427zEffZA0uvRzRJ94lpsuqNx-MK1yHftLpwfPfCZu6ZcFegWqCRbYTWltUQFRwMeyl9pFjiMIO5KmVYtHfBe2k8CTY7VZHm8X_WwmOye/s1600-h/030.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382978246760231954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjH_ajbBkso9dsRMpwW4NRv6snbxNT3rBPpdY427zEffZA0uvRzRJ94lpsuqNx-MK1yHftLpwfPfCZu6ZcFegWqCRbYTWltUQFRwMeyl9pFjiMIO5KmVYtHfBe2k8CTY7VZHm8X_WwmOye/s320/030.JPG" /></a> I sewed the edges with right sides together. At the top I left 6 inches for the arm holes and then sewed a casing 1.5 inches for the ribbon. Leave a total of 7.5 inches at the end when you begin sewing. I suck at tutorials so read the other posting for better instructions. She also made dresses out of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">bandannas</span>. They are adorable.<br /><div></div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-44345324310003603212009-09-16T08:50:00.003-05:002009-09-16T08:56:26.188-05:00Greyson's GiftI saw this posted on another blog and thought it was a wonderful idea. I can even get the girls involved in a little sewing lesson. They are in need of 82 more....read below!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5HIDo3o0mHcuoVG-AhxGc34hF1kpP2WJfeFHK1zxsLnIViJ1x_2BHtDoTwHFagTbGcgH1EtiePHEFBmSsdxZFZQIXEZpSObkFF7y77w0SjtFl5p3ZcR-uws-EqfDFNrXZXVV1GbKB0EJb/s1600-h/greysons+gift.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 248px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382062649540211650" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5HIDo3o0mHcuoVG-AhxGc34hF1kpP2WJfeFHK1zxsLnIViJ1x_2BHtDoTwHFagTbGcgH1EtiePHEFBmSsdxZFZQIXEZpSObkFF7y77w0SjtFl5p3ZcR-uws-EqfDFNrXZXVV1GbKB0EJb/s320/greysons+gift.jpg" /></a> Posted by Meryntha<br />I am looking for your help. Hospitals all across the country are in need of small, very small, baby blankets. In cases of fetal demise, babies are so tiny, even the smallest nursery blanket is much too big to wrap around their tiny bodies. I know how parents feel when they are presented with their tiny baby, for the first and last time. Having to deal with a large blanket that doesn't fit, is a distraction. And, unnecessary. If you can sew or crotchet/knit, would you please help me to supply blankets for these mothers?My doctor informed me that 30% of all pregnancies end in fetal demise!I know we can make a small yet, dramatic difference in the experience these mothers and fathers have in the hospital. It is heartbreaking for the nurses to try and present these tiny babies in the best way possible to grieving parents. They are extremely appreciative of any donations we can give.<br /><br />For more information, go here <a href="http://greysonsgift.blogspot.com/">http://greysonsgift.blogspot.com/</a><br /><br />If you are interested in helping, leave me a comment or email me. Even if you do not sew, there are other ways you can help.Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-50208068639058580002009-09-10T08:28:00.003-05:002009-09-10T08:51:05.342-05:00Pillowcase or Curtain?I had looked and looked all over the big city for material that I liked that was burgundy or green. I was laying (or is it lying) in bed one night thinking about what I can do for curtains in my living room and it was like an epiphany....these $3.99 TJ Maxx pillowcases solved all my problems!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF6anas0B47dI8VMiKXUhQpG51H-TrOB8WjDJKpLyPX-8LqTv8OirYR8sBSuR3ZT_Iyz0lLET15lTy-qXR1LIOB2FLwhCd5_dTOztBgSnXB5CtVEwZ9Fyl9yNibTugX7txAp2fCnp8BXU_/s1600-h/003.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379830888552360930" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF6anas0B47dI8VMiKXUhQpG51H-TrOB8WjDJKpLyPX-8LqTv8OirYR8sBSuR3ZT_Iyz0lLET15lTy-qXR1LIOB2FLwhCd5_dTOztBgSnXB5CtVEwZ9Fyl9yNibTugX7txAp2fCnp8BXU_/s320/003.JPG" /></a> I could hardly sleep. I got up the next morning washed the drool off these things, ripped the seams, heat and bonded the edges (thank you <a href="http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/search/label/window%20treatments">Thrify Decor Chick</a>)and waaaaalaaaaa.....<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCD4DKsDQ8rEUosMtpFWDGDJoXjSQRuTxxsM40mLXV5u8SIY9bVJVi4C3gnxUs8u4wyk-XdhCuSpQL7HBKTb-_11tjG8Nu-pcPRqIL_IzTzW-Ysj2XB-9aCoBugW4j_7hHC7q944fw_8AU/s1600-h/006.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379830877589927890" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCD4DKsDQ8rEUosMtpFWDGDJoXjSQRuTxxsM40mLXV5u8SIY9bVJVi4C3gnxUs8u4wyk-XdhCuSpQL7HBKTb-_11tjG8Nu-pcPRqIL_IzTzW-Ysj2XB-9aCoBugW4j_7hHC7q944fw_8AU/s320/006.JPG" /></a>I finally have ONE curtain panel that I love. I still need to finish the other one and buy a curtain rod or do you think those tacks are working up there?<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHqtZVh8fanlA8hEDbHBzWcl-a-ycGexhOT7UNvoL5UTyCVFaDq8BRi8M9bVd7DOAdOB6k-FKdpo0m0SupVpgMVY01xjqswf9V0xivyptuVWo4ry1gu89EKMn9cy0igm6jOklZaLmGrWf/s1600-h/005.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379830864917938930" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHqtZVh8fanlA8hEDbHBzWcl-a-ycGexhOT7UNvoL5UTyCVFaDq8BRi8M9bVd7DOAdOB6k-FKdpo0m0SupVpgMVY01xjqswf9V0xivyptuVWo4ry1gu89EKMn9cy0igm6jOklZaLmGrWf/s320/005.JPG" /></a> Now if I can just get rid of that ugly blind I'll be in heaven! Not bad for less than $6 bucks!<br /><div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-84450853921076500052009-09-08T09:13:00.004-05:002009-09-08T14:49:01.829-05:00Blowout, E.R., Motorcycle WreckWe experienced all of these things over Labor Day weekend. We took the kids out of school early on Thursday like really bad parents! We headed out of town and had a blowout on our camper! This was the first sign we should have stayed home. Luckily we were still in town and just drove it the tire shop and had it replaced.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0wLAzlsaBHHMYQucqV0PMdAn61HjyTAZt2PiOyijLRkt20yu53qtxyhhLTPB5zvLe4RAWfGB7NSfO8GmR9QTL527v26HY0970sHe4s3jHN6UH91zZyuv1aZxXep5eKTOsrhOXT1P0t8QO/s1600-h/001.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379102784785107698" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0wLAzlsaBHHMYQucqV0PMdAn61HjyTAZt2PiOyijLRkt20yu53qtxyhhLTPB5zvLe4RAWfGB7NSfO8GmR9QTL527v26HY0970sHe4s3jHN6UH91zZyuv1aZxXep5eKTOsrhOXT1P0t8QO/s320/001.JPG" /></a> Friday Logan's head met a golf club. We had to take him to the E.R. He didn't need stitches. The doctor pinched the skin back together and used superglue like stuff. I pulled myself together long enough to snap you this picture. See how I love you!! This is just to warn you that if you decide to start gushing blood around me, I start acting like a crazy woman and you'll need somebody else around to save you!<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDivZiKn12ekbKgE_oU2GDC7Q3BE3w_T3zd7HeXOLx2uBGJNziuw0NNVLT67CuCzHfnxwz0JtQr7R0VEXLTo7tNgao5KaRCRAenbdyvW_Ur2J2seBILatCuHKD590py8yKNvAk-B3oAeG8/s1600-h/007.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379102775920030530" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDivZiKn12ekbKgE_oU2GDC7Q3BE3w_T3zd7HeXOLx2uBGJNziuw0NNVLT67CuCzHfnxwz0JtQr7R0VEXLTo7tNgao5KaRCRAenbdyvW_Ur2J2seBILatCuHKD590py8yKNvAk-B3oAeG8/s320/007.JPG" /></a> Logan was fine by the time we even got to the hospital. The worst part at the hospital was when they took x-rays of his head. Afterward he got gum and a Popsicle, walked out of the E.R. and was running around the hospital playing with his cousins. This picture is on the way back to his grandparents. We got back to the camper, changed our bloody clothes and went to the football game.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU26_NGcfOGqeIVjb3zszWcpIQAuyORTM0hgW-Q7VEEscr-WFd9mlxWip39Vgw429rZTHjNTW4UOtBKM-xGhOTcL5BLu5dBZcC5XZGYv_6IEuUJH6Dsn_o5W15LaPJT9RTdgb4EYZwplo9/s1600-h/008.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379102768494806386" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU26_NGcfOGqeIVjb3zszWcpIQAuyORTM0hgW-Q7VEEscr-WFd9mlxWip39Vgw429rZTHjNTW4UOtBKM-xGhOTcL5BLu5dBZcC5XZGYv_6IEuUJH6Dsn_o5W15LaPJT9RTdgb4EYZwplo9/s320/008.JPG" /></a> Saturday Jose and I got to visit with old classmates and enjoy Rhett Akins at a street dance in our hometown.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLr7Y_Nr_A523O9CRqUPJGdS7GddZLivwY5GJrMQdHnk9DngWQY_9uj2Ghz6GlJ0ws6MldWGw1j83tst1CZ5aGFhDqiFRa43su3GVMinuQ1ppra18g7GqHByQyKFR7Mnw8E5RhoI9lewfC/s1600-h/Rhett%2520Akins-Coverpic.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 243px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379102763982132834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLr7Y_Nr_A523O9CRqUPJGdS7GddZLivwY5GJrMQdHnk9DngWQY_9uj2Ghz6GlJ0ws6MldWGw1j83tst1CZ5aGFhDqiFRa43su3GVMinuQ1ppra18g7GqHByQyKFR7Mnw8E5RhoI9lewfC/s320/Rhett%2520Akins-Coverpic.jpg" /></a> On our way home we were exiting off the freeway onto the access road when a motorcyclist got in a hurry and tried to pass us on the curve. He hit gravel, wiped out, and slid across the street. He was darn lucky that we didn't run him over. He apologized to hubby for being stupid. Hubby said he agreed with him and told him if he does something like that again he might get himself killed. This is the second time we have witnessed a motorcycle accident right in front of us. Hubby says we need to post a sign on the truck that says "Motorcyclist are prone to crashing around this truck." <div> </div><div>We had a good weekend overall, but a little too much drama for me. I was ready to be at home and try to figure out how to keep Logan in a protective bubble!</div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-30039887730096012882009-08-18T18:07:00.002-05:002009-08-18T18:31:43.534-05:00Home Decor or Dust Collector?I have seen little moss ball decorations all over blogland and it gave me an idea for these stars I bought at a garage sale for 50 cents each.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_JeWY6R_scPdcGSQDGmHS6bLS-gQ4VZdYGwlxFQ9_2aIbmzGnGksMNhyphenhyphen3u8k5_A0VmGOMPyf0wcZrByNvNHIoeyKiI0L2VOoqP4oXk75QGonRI2dNeczhHilZvM185wBvspIKrzlesKWI/s1600-h/001.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371445771229451026" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_JeWY6R_scPdcGSQDGmHS6bLS-gQ4VZdYGwlxFQ9_2aIbmzGnGksMNhyphenhyphen3u8k5_A0VmGOMPyf0wcZrByNvNHIoeyKiI0L2VOoqP4oXk75QGonRI2dNeczhHilZvM185wBvspIKrzlesKWI/s320/001.JPG" /></a> I started out using a gluegun to attach the moss (purchased at Dollar Tree for one whopping dollar) but it wasn't working effectively so I decided to use spray adhesive instead. I sprayed each star and then started laying the moss on the star. I bought two clay pots at Wal-Mart for about $3.00 and used a piece of foam to secure the stem into the pot. I painted each pot white. Once the paint was dry, I used a papertowel to paint the pot with wood stain. I then took a clean papertowel and wiped the stain off. I didn't want the pots stark white because we don't really have anything white in our livingroom. You can't really tell that well in the poor pictures. Do you like the way they turned out?<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUC17O-XdsWDUpnOamLEXrBWGVzPIdZ8QNiQtVmNaP2m5kesH0gwt85bnPja6ybnJ4if6xWD5tGBjrgsDDDhcyatTvik6GdkQzOK4mXHtTxFJqyzYlpjnCf9lJqQ8oecyo5jyJbyneeA22/s1600-h/008.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371445764402047106" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUC17O-XdsWDUpnOamLEXrBWGVzPIdZ8QNiQtVmNaP2m5kesH0gwt85bnPja6ybnJ4if6xWD5tGBjrgsDDDhcyatTvik6GdkQzOK4mXHtTxFJqyzYlpjnCf9lJqQ8oecyo5jyJbyneeA22/s320/008.JPG" /></a> My entire star collection on the mantel. I bought the middle star on clearance in Ruidoso. </div><div> </div><div>I hate our fireplace brick, layout and the mantel cove. I was thinking about painting it white, but hubby wants to stain it darker to match our entertainment center. What do you think? </div><div> </div><div>I even thought some beadboard would look good up there painted white. I would have taken a picture of the entire fireplace, but then I would have had to clean off all the junk and that would have taken too long!<br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0-NjBDWNALmctoZafw3gWvBsDwaf_s9Z_l5nRYqJGBLLHxfEnRVV0nRjZIo2PEHteKsUuZqGVoZ9aPLA6Xo7emdsAKR658u3Hb3XcC0ECLZguiTJk1l14AvJMxPrHlx0qy9iTrYSehyjT/s1600-h/010.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371445754813625858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0-NjBDWNALmctoZafw3gWvBsDwaf_s9Z_l5nRYqJGBLLHxfEnRVV0nRjZIo2PEHteKsUuZqGVoZ9aPLA6Xo7emdsAKR658u3Hb3XcC0ECLZguiTJk1l14AvJMxPrHlx0qy9iTrYSehyjT/s320/010.JPG" /></a> So are these crafty decorations or just new and improved dust collectors? </div><div> </div><div>The mantel is still missing something. What is it? Help?!<br /><br /><br /><div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-51160239829304234402009-08-13T07:34:00.012-05:002009-10-31T23:10:26.505-05:00All A Girl Wants is DiamondsPreferably a Princess Cut diamond, but since I ain't gettin' one of those (hint, hint), I settled for Harlequin Diamonds.<br /><br /><br />Wednesday I finally finished little Mermaid's room. I first started this at the beginning of the summer, but the instructions I found online the first time did not measure out the way I wanted them. I found that out the hard way after marking off the entire wall in pencil.<br /><br />I sulked, cried, and pouted.<br /><br />I got over it and began erasing all of my first set of lines and started over.<br /><br />I luuuuvvvvvvvveeeee the finished product!<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFLd_m6P-ox_cx_4Bm-01G-07bg0q7vgHv2wROyrtkm_bMcEthcv14a4SbxoIbQH7C1OalkiQcOvG8o60aMwe3HApB2HiHhfGaeXRwV_xkT8AatWKjVSp9jRRsdHy3vPnLAu3t2XnFhdJu/s1600-h/005.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369430049806257330" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFLd_m6P-ox_cx_4Bm-01G-07bg0q7vgHv2wROyrtkm_bMcEthcv14a4SbxoIbQH7C1OalkiQcOvG8o60aMwe3HApB2HiHhfGaeXRwV_xkT8AatWKjVSp9jRRsdHy3vPnLAu3t2XnFhdJu/s320/005.JPG" /></a><br />It helps if you have one or more of these hanging around. Free labor. Is that legal?<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3VcSi16O3h6I686znLveOPATA9DKHoe-lAYQjOL_mEycjS038mZKQTMwPZEa-Z2eFFsnDoCflwXjLmFLxQYRLHQLWDxay42GPlJSURzxcWkSYenWHcFdYypoMCrMFznZA0ErovbziO7rW/s1600-h/003.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369428572520986050" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3VcSi16O3h6I686znLveOPATA9DKHoe-lAYQjOL_mEycjS038mZKQTMwPZEa-Z2eFFsnDoCflwXjLmFLxQYRLHQLWDxay42GPlJSURzxcWkSYenWHcFdYypoMCrMFznZA0ErovbziO7rW/s320/003.JPG" /></a> He is pretty good at measuring and making sure the lines are straight and level. </div><div></div><div></div><div>I once saw him holding the level with his feet. </div><div></div><div></div><div>They were dirty. </div><div></div><div></div><div>He left footprints on the pink wall.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjImMNiCJfMyP6PpXf62uot31pFm5ykwv-PhJPVemeynHVyMclA35sJQPMaG74msIKHvyhv_wBWduBpGqqi3v8Md7TaN3wHd8GmjYCXcy_I2oYp5ghtmaQ9EiRk4oY18Mm9FjeiFgWYjcc/s1600-h/006.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369428565091482242" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjImMNiCJfMyP6PpXf62uot31pFm5ykwv-PhJPVemeynHVyMclA35sJQPMaG74msIKHvyhv_wBWduBpGqqi3v8Md7TaN3wHd8GmjYCXcy_I2oYp5ghtmaQ9EiRk4oY18Mm9FjeiFgWYjcc/s320/006.JPG" /></a><br />My first set of diamonds. I was so proud!<br /></div><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMZyAo0UBSRZOgxBth1STXGQzuCB36JpuT_kY8WRg8naglzULSoivTCmmLHkP1xePE5P_boikQJUyFMMcjRmtnHCDcQvJ0yOJPzUOc4iQxIBLl4FyNXdyKQ5dgy3xLXiubD9b2gEFIVAZi/s1600-h/007.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369428558427425858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMZyAo0UBSRZOgxBth1STXGQzuCB36JpuT_kY8WRg8naglzULSoivTCmmLHkP1xePE5P_boikQJUyFMMcjRmtnHCDcQvJ0yOJPzUOc4iQxIBLl4FyNXdyKQ5dgy3xLXiubD9b2gEFIVAZi/s320/007.JPG" /></a><br />I told hubby that when we get ready to move, this room will sell our house! That's how proud I am!!<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgmXg34W2fh3LoEoqu-BrzoDLFWUsTOGCU5YkflcOC2ulnW3qjhTrO_bNizftBjwjmLX18s9Wbk6VpLeXIUeETVY8mnxrMzFF6RNrbUY8gSMrT3OhVNPMQ4qP_zdKfg-uqAOBeCBnGEfl0/s1600-h/005.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369427388328297778" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgmXg34W2fh3LoEoqu-BrzoDLFWUsTOGCU5YkflcOC2ulnW3qjhTrO_bNizftBjwjmLX18s9Wbk6VpLeXIUeETVY8mnxrMzFF6RNrbUY8gSMrT3OhVNPMQ4qP_zdKfg-uqAOBeCBnGEfl0/s320/005.JPG" /></a> This room should make all mommy's want a little girl!! I'll do my best at giving step by step instructions on how to create your own Harlequin wall. I read somewhere that it will make a small room seem bigger. I've seen them entries, bathrooms, and kitchens. </div><div></div><div></div><div>While I was working on this I had an idea for a headboard. Just use molding to frame out a headboard and then do the diamond pattern within the molding. It would be super cute!! </div><div></div><div></div><div>Have I mentioned that I'm lovin' me some diamonds right now! Even if it isn't sitting on my finger (hint, hint)!!</div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div>You will need:</div><div>pencil</div><div>erasers</div><div>painter's tape</div><div>level</div><div>tape measure</div><div>base coat </div><div>paint for diamond color</div><div>I had a Black & Decker Sight Line Laser Level and it was a big help for the vertical lines. I couldn't ever get it right for the horizontal lines, but with a level it works out ok.<br /><br /><br />1. Take vertical and horizontal measurements of wall where you want your diamonds. <a href="http://www.silverspoonmurals.com/articles/How_to_Paint_Harlequin_Diamonds_aid27155.php">This </a>website is a good place to start to get an idea of how many rows of diamonds you will need. At the bottom of this website there is a calculator that can help you get an idea of the measurements for your diamonds. The rule of thumb is that the height of the diamond should be twice the width.</div><div>**DO NOT follow the directions from this website entirely because that is how I first made my mistake and had to start over from the beginning.<br />2. Make a vertical line down the center of your wall. This step will keep you from ending up with the last row being really narrow. Once you have done this step, I would measure each half to recheck and figure out how wide the diamonds should be and then start marking off the rest of your vertical lines. The level comes in handy when marking off all of the lines. I ran into some problems with the walls not being straight and had to adjust my dimensions a little. I read that the width can be adjusted a little, but never the height.</div><div>3. Decide how many rows of diamonds you will need and mark off your horizontal lines with pencil. Make your initial mark and then use the level to finish the rest of the line.<br />4. By the end of the third step you should have a bunch of rectangles. Marking everything off is the hardest part!! Now you should go back and pencil off the center of the top, bottom, and both sides. This is where the sight line laser level came in handy. I would find the center of one diamond and then get the laser on that mark and then go down the entire row and mark off the center of each diamond.</div><div>5. After marking off the center of each diamond, use your level to basically connect the dots. I marked everything off in pencil and then went back and used my painters tape. Keep in mind that all of your pencil marks will need to erased. If you are using a dark paint within the diamond you won't need to erase the pencil marks because the paint will cover it. Where all of my pink paint is, I still need to go back and erase all of my pencil marks. I also read that the kneaded eraser works better, but I had a hard time trying to get all the pencil marks off with it too. It will be a tedious job, but well worth it.<br />6. I used my painters tape to outline every other diamond because I didn't do a very good job of not covering up the diamond beside the one I was taping off.</div><div>7. After you have your diamonds taped off you are ready to paint.</div><div>8. Fill in your diamonds and then remove the tape. Once your painted diamonds dry, you can begin taping off the rest of your diamonds. I finished painting mine in one day.</div><div></div><div>For the black paint I used one part paint and two parts glaze. I didn't want the diamonds to be solid or really dark. I'm still not sure if the glaze was necessary because I ended up sponging the paint on anyway. I really luuuuvvvveeeeeeeeeee the finished product. Just in case you were wondering. </div><div></div><div>Let me know if you have any questions. I'm sure the instructions are as clear as mud!</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit4kXH18aATY64AEPKEp5CF2tRK92Kth7M0ypsULO9bhyphenhyphen_Gj5acvKAxwmJfkoByEnIQjWq8_OPo9k1YJmvlQALCmfyok-s0GXOY45q63LReb5RynS74BNXaJO5vzA-e0NVq8hB21pBvoTU/s1600-h/007.JPG"></a><br /><div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-28939416542362637532009-08-12T07:20:00.005-05:002009-08-12T07:33:59.764-05:00Johnny Carino's Homemade Bowtie FestivalThis was a really easy recipe and very delicious. <br /><br />I was so proud of myself. <br /><br />Back in the day when I worked and had money to eat out this was my favorite dish and I always ordered it from Johnny Carino's. <br /><br />I didn't have a red onion so I used a white onion. <br /><br />I also didn't have asiago cheese and it still turned out great. <br /><br />I used cooked bacon out of a bag. The stuff that is made for salads and it was still good.<br /><br />Ariel picked out the chicken.<br /><br />Logan gagged.<br /><br />Had hubby been here he would have added crushed peppers.<br /><br />Haven't gotten a report from Alexia. She ate later after practice.<br /><br />But it doesn't matter what they all think. I'm telling you it was GOOD!!! <br /><br />I luuuuuuuvvvvvvved it!!! <br /><br />Now go make you a batch and tell me what you think!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLtliq_ApaMbAjl9ZlhNyRvgqatDVWLthiz4NcIOlf58Wo-ClrdxioK1hqJOA2uEoATtJ93IdXI42RaiQNpjKuxvj7M6IAghPC980wd3b1Ncx5lpJbnPZPmgXK53f_Nz283yvxoA-cOrJe/s1600-h/johnny_carinos_pigeon_forge_tn.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 242px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369052056676078418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLtliq_ApaMbAjl9ZlhNyRvgqatDVWLthiz4NcIOlf58Wo-ClrdxioK1hqJOA2uEoATtJ93IdXI42RaiQNpjKuxvj7M6IAghPC980wd3b1Ncx5lpJbnPZPmgXK53f_Nz283yvxoA-cOrJe/s320/johnny_carinos_pigeon_forge_tn.jpg" /></a><br /><div><br /><a href="http://www.mealsmatter.org/recipes-meals/recipe/46167">JOHNNY CARINO'S BOWTIE FESTIVAL </a><br /></div><div>FOR THE BOWTIE FESTIVAL:<br />1 oz. Melted butter<br />1 tsp. Chopped fresh garlic<br />1/8 cup Diced red onion<br />1/8 cup Diced cooked bacon<br />1/4 cup Diced Roma tomatoes<br />3 oz. Sliced cooked chicken<br />1 oz. Heavy (whipping) cream<br />3 oz. Alfredo sauce (recipe follows)<br />1/8 cup Asiago cheese<br />1/2 tsp. Salt, pepper, and garlic salt<br />10 oz. Precooked bowtie pasta </div><div><br />ALFREDO SAUCE<br />1 quart Heavy whipping cream<br />1 cup Parmesan cheese<br />1 tbsp. Black pepper<br />1/4 cup Whole milk </div><div><br />Preparation<br />In a heated saute pan combine butter, garlic, onions, bacon, tomatoes, chicken, and spice mixture. </div><div><br />When onions begin to turn translucent, add heavy cream and Asiago cheese. </div><div><br />Once cheese and cream have reduced by half, add Alfredo sauce and bowtie pasta. Toss until well combined and remove from fire. Allow to cool for a few minutes so the cheese and sauce thicken. </div><div><br />Saute heavy cream, milk, and black pepper to a consistent boil. Remove cream mixture from heat and fold in parmesan cheese. Store completed sauce in refrigerator until use. </div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-83180024483711487792009-08-11T13:37:00.002-05:002009-08-11T13:56:43.393-05:00Yea Me!!Right now I am totally into monogrammed decorations. I love them. I saw this idea on <a href="http://southernhospitalityblog.com/handmade-christmas-gifts/">Southern Hospitality's </a>blog and had to make one of my own.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwMB0rWJWrDS4dykK2aZFb-IVm_cLKN7_mU8UQ-R-Q0t7rYyOS48N719xzQ5ijQIPiwjcLCfuBkKe3XDIq5_jyvxQ7mB3gbX8-4L4_3w3wIKXEocRb3963jndGKzEFzI05XrKy513rbdBk/s1600-h/079.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368778122215264514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwMB0rWJWrDS4dykK2aZFb-IVm_cLKN7_mU8UQ-R-Q0t7rYyOS48N719xzQ5ijQIPiwjcLCfuBkKe3XDIq5_jyvxQ7mB3gbX8-4L4_3w3wIKXEocRb3963jndGKzEFzI05XrKy513rbdBk/s320/079.JPG" /></a> I had to buy a piece of wood from Hobby Lobby. It was less than $1.50.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrDrvwdQm_4v37N07smkumghvch3WHuBPHW7gwHQsu_Pifcp8TJAK2J7n7KAlRD4rWzaWoFGVghvDvDe7oOdML3UHdAu0CLdU9g_35yGVk9YKW-dOYElcB1-IV8-qXO5NPTiYM8E_gkiK2/s1600-h/078.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368778118513418626" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrDrvwdQm_4v37N07smkumghvch3WHuBPHW7gwHQsu_Pifcp8TJAK2J7n7KAlRD4rWzaWoFGVghvDvDe7oOdML3UHdAu0CLdU9g_35yGVk9YKW-dOYElcB1-IV8-qXO5NPTiYM8E_gkiK2/s320/078.JPG" /></a> I already had this letter R that I purchased at a garage sale 2 years ago for .15 cents. They had it stained. I spray painted both black. I distressed the R because I really like that look right now too.</div><div> </div><div>I purchased a piece of scrapbook paper in black and white because I am really into those colors right now also. I used spray adhesive to adhere it to the wood and hot glued my letter R onto the paper. </div><div> </div><div>Warning: Don't spray the adhesive onto your arm. If you have hairy arms like me, it will make your arm hairs wig out! Trust me!!<br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQI0J31gsQ0uv77VnJqvY8QbnlB1roi1Xf25Y7mYEzDf0rxuIbMfG4VChXD_WIQD83b1cjHURPY2qrw550L0h5tENOrEvFK4GzvolzLDkbTh1KePo8jMhyphenhyphenGR-bnSwkYq1YyZ8y-fMBg1d3/s1600-h/081.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368778109052308610" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQI0J31gsQ0uv77VnJqvY8QbnlB1roi1Xf25Y7mYEzDf0rxuIbMfG4VChXD_WIQD83b1cjHURPY2qrw550L0h5tENOrEvFK4GzvolzLDkbTh1KePo8jMhyphenhyphenGR-bnSwkYq1YyZ8y-fMBg1d3/s320/081.JPG" /></a><br />I really like how it turned out. I want to buy a little stand to put it on so I can add it to my collection on the entertainment center.</div><div> </div><div>I have found a ton of other craft ideas from some thrifty crafters that I can't wait to get my hands on. I want to do a big letter R for my front door, but I can't remember which blog I found the great idea. I plan to make some <a href="http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2009/08/diy-window-boxes.html">shutters</a> for the front windows of our house and I have another project that I am working on that will be pink, black and a diamond pattern. Can't wait to share it with you! If I pull it off, I will have earned myself a big delicious cake to eat all by myself!<br /><br /><div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8546660153592510608.post-62571620236136609222009-08-01T21:17:00.006-05:002009-10-31T23:10:12.420-05:00Today was my lucky day<span style="color:#000000;">Today I felt lucky! I could feel it in my bones (that's what the girls always tell me). I knew I would find the piece I only dreamt about. Today, I found it </span><a href="http://bakersanon.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/goodwill.jpg"><span style="color:#99ffff;">here</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.</span><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4lMioPvHVeABCPuPeONdK38opemneJeETaNx3Jlk4_4THCkEhq4hZ5wz39tGK_ol3fh0Iw_Dz4_-TGiriHSLsW3Tp0q4WjPinMVeHwzJEHqlBpOn3T43Hu7SEL81wYLKCjwZehmFpwKmU/s1600-h/013.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365186105073059042" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4lMioPvHVeABCPuPeONdK38opemneJeETaNx3Jlk4_4THCkEhq4hZ5wz39tGK_ol3fh0Iw_Dz4_-TGiriHSLsW3Tp0q4WjPinMVeHwzJEHqlBpOn3T43Hu7SEL81wYLKCjwZehmFpwKmU/s320/013.JPG" /></a> <span style="color:#000000;">This bargain makes for one happy two year old and one happy Momma! After I saw this idea </span><a href="http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-goodwill-party.html"><span style="color:#99ffff;">here</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">, we went shopping and it was fate. It was meant to be. Guess how much? They retail online anywhere from $80.00 to $250.00. <strong>$25.00--that's it!!! </strong>I was going to spray paint it to clean it up, but I think we might leave it as is. We wiped it down with Clorox wipes and Thomas was ready to go.<br /></span><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaWYMnBRWvlb0eQ0f_rM86ee3s4E7l9NtHlS7iMsEwSxzeSzVITqHLYC55ZSuL7SvoyVv1Z8ppHxZ-cMfrZzoRLPfknZhdgIorStY1W4AFkwZiTJ8T-_xhstCmhctK-t6cXYyAD4TuSa6t/s1600-h/016.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365186101562857938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaWYMnBRWvlb0eQ0f_rM86ee3s4E7l9NtHlS7iMsEwSxzeSzVITqHLYC55ZSuL7SvoyVv1Z8ppHxZ-cMfrZzoRLPfknZhdgIorStY1W4AFkwZiTJ8T-_xhstCmhctK-t6cXYyAD4TuSa6t/s320/016.JPG" /></a> <span style="color:#000000;">Have I mentioned that Logan is obsessed with Thomas the Train? Every week we pick up the same books from the library and we each read him the same books over and over.<br /><br /></span><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzUViRRM1Z3WZtWvJcCD0jqGbAKfOBIjnqbPqYr6U0RsCGpAioVroX8-M0qVxK7XFL-sKoe2qFNF-YYR0lu50bZHIvoCk6rNnZAiHCfI4SyZpr7iDI8NQofKhBmMCRRiJ9XSWdo0gOKaZ-/s1600-h/018.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365186092417023634" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzUViRRM1Z3WZtWvJcCD0jqGbAKfOBIjnqbPqYr6U0RsCGpAioVroX8-M0qVxK7XFL-sKoe2qFNF-YYR0lu50bZHIvoCk6rNnZAiHCfI4SyZpr7iDI8NQofKhBmMCRRiJ9XSWdo0gOKaZ-/s320/018.JPG" /></a><br /><span style="color:#000000;">Guess which sound he prefers on his sound machine. Yes. The train tracks.<br /></span><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirkoEjRQOPnGz2cxgGncBiWYWnxTcgfBiYBOzj_E_vvVTdtGEYIKO9kY0cNJQdIeVekKAC91vmXHrvZpKHgtt_s_-mNv01QkyZdQkgEi2HhWNhGLje-emnvWkVjItQIWMG9C_covGjkKRn/s1600-h/017.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365186090435387970" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirkoEjRQOPnGz2cxgGncBiWYWnxTcgfBiYBOzj_E_vvVTdtGEYIKO9kY0cNJQdIeVekKAC91vmXHrvZpKHgtt_s_-mNv01QkyZdQkgEi2HhWNhGLje-emnvWkVjItQIWMG9C_covGjkKRn/s320/017.JPG" /></a><br /><span style="color:#000000;">I know what Santa will be bringing him for Christmas because we only have two Thomas toys and at the moment we can't find either of them. Uh oh! If we left them at your house there is one little boy that really needs his Thomas toys!<br /></span><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div>Shannon Rodriguezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03797181899112496036noreply@blogger.com4