Red Oak Lines

the getaway.

May 15, 2012 in dog, family, hilo, maui, miniature schnauzer, personal, vacation | Tags: California, malibu, miniature schnauzer | 6 comments

It’s time for me to go back to my old ways – living life on a whim.

I’m tired of walking on eggshells, so I randomly decided to go on a small getaway down the coast of California. The coast never ceases to make me feel free. It truly is a place of serenity for me.

…and driving around Malibu wasn’t so bad either. I especially loved the afternoon walk at the bottom of the canyon. Watching the sunset and the dogs eager to explore new territory was definitely a perfect afternoon.

When we’re not out gallivanting and enjoying the beautiful scenery of California, we are relaxing back in our room. Maui and Hilo have become especially acquainted to our temporary home away from home.

Yup, that’s what life looks like right now — dining at fancy places, resting and relaxing in a fabulous place, and exploring new places. I’m so not complaining about this trip, well except that I haven’t tried a new white wine yet, haha. It’s Day 3 today, and I’m hoping for more beautiful memories that await.

we did it pirate style.

May 8, 2012 in our paper place, personal, scrapbook | Tags: crafts, national scrapbook day, scrapbook | 12 comments

I frequently hear people say, “I’m bored” or “What should I do today?” Here’s one way to stay busy and never feel bored — start a business, haha! These past couple of weeks have been devoted to the once a year event, National Scrapbook Day weekend over at Our Paper Place. This year, we hosted a pirate-themed crop; I believe it was either Gloria or Jeanne’s idea. Below are some random snippets from the weekend:

There are a handful of other photos, but we’ll leave it at that.

i statements.

May 2, 2012 in hilo, layouts, miniature schnauzer, our paper place, personal, scrapbook | Tags: Copic, journal prompt, scrapbook, Tim Holtz | 15 comments

As most of you know, I’m still contemplating working on Project Life. Thus, I wanted to read more about the ideas behind it via Becky Higgins. Here’s what I found on her blog:

Fill in the blanks. Finish the sentences. Get these little snippets into your journal or scrapbook or somewhere. There are no right or wrong answers. Just follow the lead from each prompt and complete each sentence authentically. Be you. And then – pass along the challenge.

Well, I gave the challenge a shot. Here’s what I came up with:

Aside from the journal prompting, my friend, Mary, taught me the basics to Copic markers this past weekend. I can see why it’s fun and addicting. Instead of using it to color in a stamped image, I played with their multiliner pens. I had fun creating my own title embellishment for one of my latest pages.

Speaking of markers, I’ve been playing with my very own set of Tim Holtz distress markers. They do such amazing things, and can’t wait to use them again. Is it bad that I’ve been stamping more?!

Now, it’s time for me to get out and enjoy some fresh air.

random snippets.

April 30, 2012 in family, hilo, maui, miniature schnauzer, our paper place, personal, scrapbook, vacation | Tags: first communion, miniature schnauzer, project life, yorkie | 9 comments

Last week, I ended up staying after hours at the shop, and my good friend, Linda, came by to visit us with one of her furbabies.

Hilo was so happy to make a new friend, and he can’t wait for the next time he gets to see Kelly, one of the cutest Yorkies ever. He was so bummed that she had to head home, so he waited by the door.

Perhaps in the near future, they’ll be able to go out on a walk together. In the meantime, Maui keeps him company.

On our drive through Niles, the dogs wanted some fresh air, but they wanted to do it in style.

Aren’t they adorable?! Too bad they weren’t wearing their Doggles, hehe.

While headed up to visit family for my cousin’s First Communion, we had to stop and reminisce our college years at Dos Coyotes in Davis. This place was a go to for dinner, especially considering it was right across from the town home we occupied. Their burritos are top notch. Yum and yummy!

We stayed at my brother’s place for the weekend, and the dogs were happy to run around causing raucous.

((Thanks brothers and Nat for having us over.))

Lastly, I can’t believe how much my cousin has grown. She’s going to be eight in October. Oh, how times flies. Sigh.

On another note, I’m thinking about doing Project Life, but I don’t want to commit to something that I won’t do. I think the hardest part about the project is printing the photos. I have three different photo printers, but I still find it tedious to print everything. Hmm… Decisions, decisions.

totally in the mood

April 25, 2012 in cards, dog, hilo, layouts, maui, miniature schnauzer, our paper place, personal, scrapbook | Tags: avocado arts, gelatos, mason jar, miniature schnauzer, scrapbook, scrapbooking, stamping, stamps, studio calico | 15 comments

I’ve been totally in the mood…

-to take pictures of Maui and Hilo.

-to share how we house our keys and mail.

-to show how a mason jar can be more than just a place for jam or flowers.

-to scrapbook with Studio Calico (and stamp with Hero Arts) for fun.

-to make cards for wonderful people in my life using Gelatos and some of the latest stamps by Avocado Arts.

After writing up this blog post, I’m totally in the mood for some sunny weather. The sky is awfully gray with a thick layer of overcast. I love the rain and all, but I’m definitely in the mood to sport my new pair of wedges.