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I don’t even know where to start. Lots to share.
This past weekend, Hilo partially tore a ligament in his knee, or at least that’s what the vet thinks. Youch! The poor munchkin was limping, so now he’s on pain medications and trying to take it easy.
"Youch! It hurts!"
Hopefully, he’ll heal up; otherwise, the vet thinks it might be a fractured bone. Next week, if he’s still limping, he has to get x-rays. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that it’s nothing too serious.
I also got to spend time with my family this weekend. It’s always nice to be in the company of family. Here are some pictures to share:
My little cousin, Khiara - isn't she cute?!
Gosh, I look hideous in this picture, LOL! ...but Khiara is CUTE!
I'm surprised that Gloria could make Khiara laugh. 
Khiara called this the "apple hat".
I love my parents. They are so awesome!
I have no idea what they are doing, but this is one FUNNY picture!
I even made my family do a “photo shoot” this weekend. They were hesitant at first, but they caved in. I showed them the pictures, and they LOVED them. My mom already printed photos to frame in their house, haha!
Meet my family!
As for scrapbooking updates…
I didn’t forget to pick a winner for the last RAK. Come on down…
nicole wohler
Best costume: white trash. This teenage girl dressed in white then added white burger wrappers/burrito wrappers, white dixie cups. It was hilarious!!
Comment by nicole wohler November 2, 2009
Please claim your RAK by shooting me an email with your contact information at redoaklines[at]gmail[dot]com.
I wanted to share a couple of layouts I’ve created recently.
The first two layouts were both created using some of the templates shared over at Ideas for Scrapbookers. Make sure to check it out for some really neat and creative ways to scrap. Make sure to stop by the blog because you’ll see my introduction as a contributing artist! 
…and be nice; say “hello” to the rest of the “contributing artists”! We’ve got a lot planned in the near future, so make sure to stay up to date on the latest.
…and speaking of introductions, head on over to the Imaginisce blog. On Monday, I was the designer for the day! Thanks again to everyone who congratulated me for making the design team for Imaginisce. Sometimes, I think I’m still dreaming. There’s so much talent and creativity on this team, and I’m so excited to have been picked to be a part of it.
Lots more to share tomorrow…but for now… this will have to do. Don’t forget to check back, I’ve got more layouts and more fun stuff to share!
Hugs,
sarah.
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(The edited copy is located towards the bottom of this blog post.)
Is it she?!
Yup, it’s me.
Okay, I’m officially a dork for making that all rhyme. Anyway, I wanted to share some WONDERFUL news.
1. I am now officially designing for Imaginisce!!!! I’m so stoked to have been selected as a member of this super creative team! Seriously, I can’t believe it!! Someone pinch me and tell me to wake up!
I can’t wait to share all of my upcoming projects with all of you. Please make sure to check back for updates. Also, make sure to” follow” the blog, or become a fan of Imaginisce on Facebook. There are constant contests and giveaways for free products just for being a fan, so you’re going to want to make sure you stay up to date on the news!
…and to celebrate this wonderful occassion, I thought I would leave you with a couple of Imaginisce projects I have recently finished.
Oh, and before I forget… if you have the time, please stop by the Imaginisce blog, and congratulate the rest of the gals. If you would prefer to visit their own personal blogs, the links are posted below:
1. Sarah de Guzman (California)
2. Liz Qualman (Colorado)
3. Heather Carpenter (Louisiana)
4. Lisa Day (Michigan)
5. Aphra Bolyer (Louisiana)
6. Cristal Hobbs (Tennesse)
7. Erin Bassett (California)
8. Kim Holmes (Washington)
9. Penny Smith (Iowa)
10. Julie Bonner (Maryland)
11. Robyn Schaub (Texas)
12. Shemaine Smith (California)
International Team Members
1. Tomomi Hiramaru (Japan)
2. Akiko Kuroki (Japan)
3. Aida Haron (Singapore)
4. Tammy Wark (ON/Canada)
5. Melinda Sparks (Australia)
6. Samantha Hauzer (Australia)
7. Cindy Stevens (MB/Canada)
8. Cari Locken (BC/Canada)
9. Tracy Gardiner (Africa)
10. Renata Moni Bidini (Brazil)
Again, thanks for all the support and encouragement!
Happy Friday!
Hugs,
sarah.
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If you haven’t already heard, Pam Callaghan started a new blog called, Ideas for Scrapbookers. Seriously, it’s an awesome blog with great ideas, templates, sketches, and basically anything to get you out of a creative rut. I was so honored when she asked me to be a contributing artist for this blog because I LOVE her templates! How could I pass up such an amazing opportunity?!
Please join me in welcoming the other gals who will also be contributing to Pam’s new blog.
Danielle Holsapple : http://danielleholsapple.blogspot.com/
Delaina Burns http://delainas.blogspot.com/ (she was introduced here)
Heather Landry: http://miraclesmommadesigns.blogspot.com/
Julie Howard: http://retrojulie.blogspot.com/
Melanie Holzwarth: http://www.arkmom-scrappilyeverafter.blogspot.com/
Sarah De Guzman: http://redoaklines.com/
Susan Goetter: http://susangoetter.blogspot.com/
Also, if interested, there’s a challenge going on right now. There’s $50 worth of GCD Studios up for grabs, so head on over and play along!
Hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!
Hugs,
sarah.
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Yeah, you read that right. I’ve been super productive since I’ve been home from Arizona. I’ve been busy creating layouts one right after another.
Scrapbooking Supplies R Us is an online store that not only has a wide selection of awesome stuff, but they also have given me the opportunity to design with some of their products. For sketch challenge #2, I was invited to create a layout. Here’s my take on the sketch:
…and if you are interested, they also have a new kit club called The Sampler. There’s a bunch of challenges and giveaways going on over there right now, so make sure to check it out! On top of that, fellow DT member of TAAFOMFT, Chris, made the design team! ((Congrats, Chris; I know you’re gonna rock and LOVE that kit!
Speaking of kits, I played with this month’s That Scrappy Girl kit. Let’s just say that I went totally “nuts” over the cuteness in it.
I love all of the Nutmeg in this one!
The following layouts were all created using the November kit. I also used the templates that Pam shared over at Ideas For Scrapbookers. She’s so sweet, and I’m so glad that I’ve “met” her online.
Oh, and I have to share a picture of the “kids”. Hilo decided to be a tattletale.
"Mommy, it's already noon and Maui won't get up!"
Do check back later! I plan on being creative later this afternoon!
Hugs,
sarah.
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Even though I had an amazing time in Arizona, it feels so nice to be back in the comforts of home sweet home. Since I’ve been home, I’ve tackled some of the tasks on my list of “to dos”. It’s always tough to get back into the swing of things when you spend a relaxing couple of days doing NOTHING but enjoying life.
- Go to Memories Live On to pick up some new lines to get some work done. CHECK!
- Do a couple loads of laundry. CHECK!
- Make dinner. CHECK!
- Scrap a layout (or two).
- Pick up the furbabies from grandparents’ house. CHECK!
- Get the mail. CHECK!
- Write up the grocery list for the week.
- Take out trash. CHECK!
- Take down Halloween decorations.
- Do my daily reading.
Hopefully by the end of the day, I’ll get to finish the rest. …but for now, I wanted to share some stories from the weekend.
As most of you already know, I met up with some amazing gals, Julie and Deana. In all honesty, I don’t remember how I “met them” online. I guess I just really liked their work, and so I became followers of their blogs. It’s been over a year since we’ve all communicated via countless forum posts, comments, and emails. This weekend, we actually all got to get together. It was definitely a blast, and I’m so glad I’ve met some awesome scrappy friends.
We enjoyed such a wonderful dinner; thank you Deana, Bob, and Bryn for the gifts and for hosting! Thank you to the Tucker-Wolek clan for the gifts as well; you guys are too SWEET! Here are some of my photos:
(Some of these are either Deana or Julie’s photos. I stole a couple of them off of their blogs.)
The whole crew hanging out.
Here's another shot of us together.
Some of my FAVE GALS, Julie and Deana!
What fun times!
Isn't this setup adorable?!
How sweet of Deana, Bob, and Bryn to have us all over for dinner!
The girls getting creative just like their moms!
Julie and I were taking pics of Bryn taking pics! hehe.
I finally got to meet the Tucker-Wolek crew! They're a bunch of "smilies" and more!
...and I'm so happy I got to meet Bryn too. She's such a sweetheart!
Thanks again to Deana, Bob, and Bryn AND Julie, Brian, “Abum”, and Brookie. We really did have a great evening spending time with all of you.
The following day, Gloria and I just took things easy. We drove around Paradise Valley for fun. Arizona has such distinct terrain. It’s definitely different from what we have here in the bay.
Just a random shot while driving around.
I love the plants in Arizona!
I'd hate to fall on to this. YOUCH!
…and what kind of pawrents would we be if we didn’t come home with something for the kiddos. We hit up one of the local dog boutiques near our hotel. Mackie’s Parlour was definitely one cute little place.
...and yes, we got something to take home to the dogs.
Sebastian wanted me to take a pic of him home to Maui and Hilo.
…and it’s become a tradition to also hit up Sugarbowl every time we are in Arizona. We can’t resist this place! The ice cream here is so D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!
….and to recap our trip in two words — MUCH NEEDED.
Now, it’s time for me to get myself into gear. I’ve got to crank out a couple layouts by tonight.
Hugs,
sarah.
WISHING MY LITTLE BROTHER, Sean, a HAPPY (one day early) BIRTHDAY!!!
Julie, thanks for that email. It will definitely come in handy because I am that popular to people.
Deana and Bob, Gloria loved the wine. Hence the reason, I drove back to the hotel! LOL.
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We landed in Arizona yesterday. The weather is suprisingly nice — not too hot and not too cold. It sure beats the COLD and FOGGY weather we have been having back home in the bay.
I just wanted to give everyone a quick update on our FUN gathering hosted by Deana and family. Let’s just say that I’m so thankful to have “met” both Julie and Deana online through a hobby we all LOVE. Meeting them in person was even better!
I’m stealing a picture from Deana to share because I have not even uploaded any of my photos. …but here’s a picture of all of us together.
Here's the whole crew!
Can’t wait to share more photos! Surprisingly, I didn’t snap a ton of photos. I guess it was because I was so busy chit chatting the night away with these awesome people!
Until later…
Hugs,
sarah.
