Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween y'all!  Wow, it's been a while since I last posted anything or been around blogland for that matter.  I've been really busy with life, but trying to get some Halloween projects done too.  Here is a creation that I sort made up.  I made 12 of these to give to my hubby's 7 secretaries, my DS's teacher, my DD Tiny Tots teacher, and some friends.  It all started when I saw my sweet blogging friend, Kris' post about her lollipops.  Click {HERE} to see her post!  I changed up the dimensions of the lollipop wrapper to fit a Dum Dum Lollipop instead of a Tootsie Roll Pop.  Some of you know that I was an elementary school teacher before becoming a SAHM.  I remember singing "5 Little Pumpkins" with the kids thus coming up with this project.  I cut the houses with Tim Holts Townscape die and the tree with Tim Holtz Branch Tree.  I used EK Success Pumpkin punch as well as MS Grass and Iron Fence punch.

Here's a closer look.

Sorry for the bad photo.  Here is the song/poem, 5 Little Pumpkins attached to the back.  The Haunted House is from the Lawn Fawn Happy Haunting set. 

On a very sad note, we recently lost a very dear and wonderful human being last Wednesday, Dean Harvey.  Dean is my hubby's cousin and they were extremely close.  Some of you know the story behind how my baby boy, Asa, got his middle name.  Click {HERE} to read a previous post about my story.  Anyway, here is a picture of Dean and Asa meeting for the first time last December (2010).   Asa was only a month old.  

Click {HERE} to read an article written about Dean weeks before he passed away.  The article tells of his CJD and the journey he's taken living with this most terrible disease.

I luv this picture of Dean with the sunset behind him.  This day last August, he and his wife Kathi, renewed their vows at Maili Beach in Waianae.  With family surrounded them, the day was perfect. 

We miss you so much Dean!  You are now in the presence of the Lord.  You now have your strength and your winning smile! 

Thanks everyone for sticking with me through this post.  I have another project that I made for Halloween.  Hoping to share it this week.  My Asa is turning 1 soon and I'm trying to get all the details done for his 1st birthday party.  Yep, crazy Mama trying to do everything myself and I really, really don't have the time.  Plus, Dean's funeral service will be 2 days before Asa's party.  Boy, our family will be so busy but just happy that we can all be together supporting each other during this time of loss and this time of celebration.  So, if I'm not around to check you out, you know what I'm doing . . . family stuff and party stuff!  Urgh . . . once the everything is done, I'll be relieved.  Okie dokie . . . catch ya laters!

It's Been A While, But I'm Still Here!

It's me, 1LuvnMama!  Just thought I'd refresh your memory since I haven't posted since Wednesday.  Boy, I (and the family) have been really, really busy.  Here's what's been going on . . .

On Thursday, we welcomed my niece into the world!  She is a healthy 8lb. 9oz. baby girl!  She's soooo adorable!  We went to visit her at the hospital on Friday . . .

After that, 1LuvnDad & I took the kids to the Car Show.   The 2 kiddos are testing out the new Toyota van.  We had a long day, but it was so much fun to spend it with the kids!

On Saturday, I got to meet up with some wonderful local blogging sisters.  I will post more on our gathering, make n take and all the goodies later on.  Here's some Easter Baskets that I made for the girls.

Then today, Sunday, we took the kids to the zoo for a birthday party.  It sure was a fun filled day!

I realize that I took a little, mini vacation from blogland, but like I always say, my family comes first!   I enjoy blogging, sharing, and craftting, but my priority is my family.  However, in  my "mini vacation", I did do some crafting which I will post later.  Thanks for sticking with me through my long week/weekend!

Psssst!! Wanna see some CANDY? That is - EYE CANDY!

{ SIGH } . . . I'm HOME!  Yay!  Back home to my hubby and my kiddos!  I missed them all while I was away, but had such a good time with my girlfriends.  We did lots and lots of shopping during the day & at night/early morning, we gambled.  Sometimes till 4-6am in the morning!  No wonder I'm so exhausted right now.  I didn't make $$$, but didn't lose it all too.  Thanks to everyone who wished me luck and encouraged me to stay safe so I can come home safe!   :)

Ok, for some candy . . . or should I say, EYE CANDY!!!  If you're having a rough day 'cause it's Friday, this might lift you up to get your weekend started!  Ready?  Here it comes!!!!

*** DISCLAIMER:  1LuvnMama is NOT responsible for any injury or damages!!! :) ***

Here are the Chippendales!!!  Pictured with them are my gf's K, P (the bride-to-be), 1LuvnMama, & L.   Do you see me holding the white piece of clothing in my hand?  I was able to snatch the tanktop that one of the Chippendale dancers threw into the audience!  I gave it to the bride-to-be . . . she's gonna have to stash that somewhere safe.  :)

The bride-to-be's co-workers didn't join us because they had taken her to the "OG".  Don't know what and where that is but I saw pictures and video coverage of their niteout!  OMG!!! Glad our flight was late in the evening.  So glad we missed it . . . soooo raunchy and dirty!!!  What's so funny is that the bride-to-be is conservative, shy, and innocent (can you tell she's an accountant!).  It's unlike her to participate in these kinds of "activities", but what the heck!  She had a private lap dance . . . boy was she one scared little kitten!

Well, I'm glad to be home and have tried to catch up on everyone's blogs.  I've missed out on a lot but ready to get back into the groove of things!  I have so much to do in so little time!  I suppose you know how that goes!  Hopefully, I'll be back with some stuff I'll be putting together!  Until then . . . my JOURNEY's been awesome!

Brrrr, It's Cold Out Here in Vegas!

Hey People!

Yeah, yeah, yeah!  I had to check up on y'all!  Boy, I haven't been on the computer for a couple of days now and I'M SO OUTTA TOUCH! (Now I know what Shirley N. must have felt when she was away for days!)  I paid for a 24 hr plan internet service plan here at the hotel so I'm sending a short post.  I wish I were back home on the island but am having a good time here in Vegas as well.  I'm so missing my babies, which I call 2x a day just to say "I luv u" and "I miss u".  I'll be Skype-ing them today which is why I brought my computer (& to do other things on the down times).  I can't wait to see their faces!  :)

Anyway, seems like I'm missing out on all the good projects and all the sharing!  When I get back home, I have a lot of catching up to do, not to mention visiting everyone's sites.  Take care and I'll be back on the "blog" scene in no time . . . 2 days!  Woo-hoo!

Chance to win some digital kits!

Hey all!  Just posted today, but had to post again!  You know how much I luv a freebie or a giveaway!  If you check out kevinandamanda.com, she is giving away a handful of digital kits!  All you have to do is leave a comment.  See the details on Amanda's site.  Click { here }, it'll take you directly to the Giveaway!  JOURNEY over there and trust me, the kits are cute!