What a Spring Break!!!

My sister Stacey surprised me with a phone call on Tuesday during my spring break, and said "I have a free ticket... can I come?" WE HAD A BLAST! We always have fun together, but this time seemed extra special, maybe because we had a lot of time for just the two of us, maybe because it was so spontaneous. Whatever the reason, it was a time for awesome memories and bonding, alone, with Carl, Michelle, Kylah, Bryan and Robin, or out exploring the sites and countryside. Here's a smattering of some images of the week... starting at the bottom is Stacey in the wildflowers... the bluebonnets are awesome this year, as you can see. Next the gang (Bryan must be hiding behind the tree?) playing croquet on the front lawn, then we have Sis and Carl being themselves (i.e. having fun), the outhouse race in Granbury, the hippie-harley outhouse close-up that won the race, another bluebonnet image, this one in Ennis, curious cows discovered on one of our countryside wanderings, and a close-up of one of the cowboys in Fort Worth's stockyards.

A Day With Kylah

Kylah and I had a day of fun recently, and here's a few selected images from our special time together. We went to the Japanese Garden in Fort Worth, and also had a photo session in my studio... the one above is Kylah playing in the box that came with my new computer!

What a Photo Shoot!!!

I had a great photo shoot with a former co-worker and her kids... we've done shoots before, and they are always up for anything... and often coming up with their own ideas! We had a blast!

Caramiya

I had the priviledge of shooting precious little, six day old Caramiya. She's only a little over five pounds, and already a beauty!!!

Grandparenting... What A Joy!

I picked Kylah up at her pre-school yesterday, it was so great to see her face light up when she saw me at the gate, then run to me and give me a big hug! She took my hand and led me to the office so I could sign her out and so that she could pick up all her crafts, schoolwork and daily report (all positive). And at home after dinner she drew this great picture, of my house, with stairs, attic, kitchen and couch (which she had to point out to me with rolled eyes, because, duh, I'm grandma). And while she was drawing the X's and O's she said "and this means hugs and kisses." - oh my melting heart.

Wear Red Day

Join with millions of women, as well as companies, organizations and cities across America on National Wear Red Day, Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. By wearing red and making a donation, you'll help the American Heart Association support ongoing research and education about women and heart disease. (quoted from their website)

My Latest Project

I just finished grouting my ceramic mosaic table, and I'm so pleased with the results. I've been collecting broken ceramic pieces for about ten years, waiting for the day I would find just the right table, and be able to do this project. I have two matching white iron malt shop-type chairs, and I will find some matching fabric to cover the seats with.