First Black Friday a success!

Cricut Expression is purchased and I cannot wait to use it!!!!!!! I started out the day thinking I was just going to buy the Cricut personal cutter for $59, but when I found a very great deal on the expression, I couldn't pass it up.



I also bought a gyspy to go with the cricut. I had no intention of buying this, but when it sells for $300 and I see it for $100, how can I pass that up??

So what will I do with these things you may ask.....there's lots of things!!

I can cut vinyl and make house decor such as:



Those pictures come from the House of Smith's blog. She also has a website where she sells her vinyl, but now I can make my own!

There are many things the cricut will be used for such as making cards, decorations, stuff for my classroom, banners, etc. Way too many things to list basically. If you want to know more about the cricut, go and watch this video.

There are some blogs that show great things that the cricut can do:

http://www.cricutholiday.com/

http://www.aboverubiesstudio.com/

http://spartansusscraper.blogspot.com/

http://everythingcricut.blogspot.com/

http://www.obsessedwithscrapbooking.com/

www.customcrops.com


I cannot wait to get started! Hosting a baby shower or wedding shower will be so fun with all of the things I can create! Hope you had a great thanksgiving!!

I haven't written in a really long time. I guess that's what happens while trying to go back to school while working full time. It has not been fun. I am taking a break from school for now because it was not working out too well. I might go back in the summer, who knows. I hated studying again.

In other news, I am headed to Vancouver Tuesday night and then to Seattle on Friday for a wedding. I am very excited!We are riding the train along the coast from Vancouver to Seattle. I can't wait to see the scenery!

I have been searching blogs looking for cute Halloween crafts to do so I can have my house decorated. Now that I do not have a roommate, it is so much fun to decorate however I want. I decorated a little bit for Halloween this year, but plan on going all out next year.



How cute are those apothecary jars that she made!!

She made those as well! Too cute!!


After reading all about DIY candlesticks, you better believe I have already been to Goodwill and I am well on my way to getting ready for Christmas!






How cute are those!!!

I found many more cute ideas!!! I guess I better get busy!!!

Cohen

What: Moment of Silence for Cohen

When: Thursday July 1st from midnight to 11:59 pm.

How: Bloggers participating will post the Cohen banner (above) or simply post Cohen’s name in large letters on their blog.

Why: July 1st Megan and Brent will be holding Cohen’s memorial service. The moment of silence is an opportunity for Megan’s blog community to stand behind her and support her on this difficult day. Linking up will give Megan a chance to see the support at a glance. Pray for them as they bury their son.

Participating bloggers can Link Up on July 1st at Send Love To Cohen. Will you join me and help spread the word?

Total Random- Babies, China, and Menus

Gotta start with a picture of my newphew.....

Isn't he so cute!!! He has a beer belly already at 4 months old!! On January 29, he will be 4 months old. I had a sleepover with him over the Christmas holidays. I wouldn't really call it a sleepover though because there was no sleeping involved. He has his days and nights mixed up for sure!!!

Now it's back to school- only 4 more months until summer!! Today felt like summer since it was 80 degrees in January!!! We had a TAKS practice test today- what that meant is me sitting at my computer all day long doing nothing! So I had a lot of time to research on the internet and I found a lovely everyday china pattern and if I was getting married soon, I would love to have it. It's called Juliska Berry and Thread.

But I am not getting married...so that's that..........

I am currently trying to plan my menu for the next week or so.....During my research today I looked up several new recipes that I would like to try.....

Monday night, I cooked one of Pioneer Woman's pasta dishes. I thought it was decent, maybe another can of tomatoes and some more spices.
Tonight, I plan on cooking Black Bean and Corn potatoes with some broccoli on the side.
Thursday night- I have left over chicken and rice soup. It was good- but I think I will stick to noodles instead of rice.
Friday night- I will be eating with my coworkers at Escalante's.
Saturday night- Wes caught some trout that we will be frying.
Sunday- HEB had chicken wings on sale so I plan on trying it out- hope it's as good as Buffalo Wild Wings.
Monday- shrimp pasta
Tuesday- pork tenderloin, veggies......?? I heart pork tenderloin. I have cooked it many different ways and loved them all.
Wednesday- Chicken sandwiches with spicy avocado and baked lays
Thursday- Chicken legs, mashed potatoes, some sort of veggie
Friday- I will make Wes take me out to dinner after all of that cooking.......

Normally I wouldn't cook every night like that. Sometimes I just feel like eating cereal, but my freezer is full of meat and so is Wes' freezer. So I gonna cook like a mad woman!!

It's been awhile

I used to post all the time in the summer, but then school started and I think I have done about 2 posts since then......

I have been doing a lot of traveling. I have been to 3 LSU games- Florida, Arkansas and the UL game. There were all lots of fun, but I don't think I could do that all the time like I used to. A really good friend of mine that went to Arkansas came to the game with us along with her hubby. We had a good time.



Now I am trying to get ready for Christmas and I haven't bought a single gift yet! I was just browsing on Z Gallerie and found some really neat things....unfortunately I don't know anyone that would want them and I don't have space for any of it!

But I think these beverage dispensers are so cool and unique.....Choice 1, Choice 2, and Choice 3. They are having a 20% off sale on tabletop and entertaining. PROMO code M20.

I like these napkin rings too. If you can't tell- I am obsessed with this store. These bowls are just what Sophie needs!

Anyways, this weekend I think I am going to START some Christmas shopping and head up to Old Town Spring on Saturday. I haven't been there in years so who knows what it will be like, but I am sure I can find something! The next weekend, I am going to Lafayette for my brother's graduation and my parent's Christmas party. My mom just had to have a party in her new house!

I will try to write more often!! Until then- ADIOS!

P.S. I met Pioneer Woman this weekend! Details later!

Brady Dyer

I got to meet my nephew for the first time today! He is absolutely adorable!! All he did was sleep the whole time! I cannot wait until he gets bigger!





I am about to head to Baton Rouge for a girls night out and then will be tailgating all day tomorrow for the biggest game of the year! Wes' dad gave us his tickets so I am so excited that Wes and I get to go to the game! On Sunday, I plan on heading back to Lafayette to see my nephew again!

I am an Aunt!

I am officially an aunt! I have a nephew! Brady was born on Tuesday, September 29, shortly after noon. 5 lbs 9 oz cute little boy! He was born about a month early; therefore, they had to stay at the hospital for 2 nights. They are now home. This will be their first night at home. No nurses to do everything for them! Brian said Brady is mostly just sleeping right now. Camille only had to push for about 45 minutes, possibly less. From what I understand, she was pretty lucky!

I am going home next weekend and I cannot wait to see him!

Here is a picture of him on his first day at his house in his nice chair that I bought him....

Here he is at the hospital before going home....