Just a little Heads Up!

I just thought I had better post quick to let you know that a little birdie has told me of our retiring paper packs come July 31st.  After that date, you will no longer be able to get these papers.  If you are wanting any of them, you had better get a hold of me quick before they are all gone.

Bliss

Sweetheart

Miracle

and Wings
Along with the older Olivia, Hooligans, Mistletoe, and Magnifique.

Just send me a message if you are in need of any of these wonderful papers, I can hook you right up :)

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More Convention Swap cards done

Yup, I am still here.  I have been busy with everyday life and time has just gotten away from me.  I leave for Convention in just a couple of weeks, and I'm not sure where all my time has gone, but I am all of a sudden not ready (Oh, I am ready to go, just don't have everything else ready!) 

I am almost done with all my swap cards, though.  Here is the other card I will be bringing along to swap out with my fellow CTMH Consultants.  You would love to be a fly on the wall when we are all busy swapping  away.  Some girls get totally crazy with it - fun, fun, fun!

It's hard to see in the photo, but the Scalloped circle 'thank you' is popped up.  Enjoy!

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Convention Swap cards

As you may or may not know, I will be heading out for California (Disneyland, to be exact) in a few short weeks for our annual Close To My Heart National Convention.  I can hardly wait!  It is a fun and exciting week filled with lots of learning and 'girl time' with friends (both old and new).

One of the fun parts at Convention is card swapping.  Anyone that wishes to, makes cards to trade with others.  It is so much fun.  I always come home with lots of new ideas.

Here is one of the cards I have made to bring along to swap.  I made about 50 of this style.  I have more in the works, too.  Stay tuned for pictures of those, too.

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Happy Father's Day

I know, a day late and a dollar short...the story of my life it seems :)

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there.  Yesterday marked 14 years since the day my Dad passed away.  I think I've shown you this photo before, but it is one of my favorites of my Dad and my son (his favorite little buddy).  They were all spiffed up for my Sister's wedding and had strict orders not to get dirty or get into any trouble!  LOL!  I sure miss both of these guys an awful lot!

Here is a card I made for my Father-in-law.  He is a great guy that I am proud to call "Dad."

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Just ducky...

So, today I went back to work after being on a voluntary layoff for 6 months.  Yep, I sure enjoyed my time off and got a TON of stuff accomplished while I was off!  I know it's time to go back and start making some money now instead of just spending it, but really, this work thing is getting in the way of things :)  It was a difficult transition to make today not having my day to myself, but it did go alright, I guess.

How about some artwork?  Here's a quick little peek at a card I had given to my cousin at her baby shower a week or so ago (I know, I am back to work one day and already I can't keep track of the time!)

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Glazed Lemon Bars

So sorry, I haven't been very good about posting lately (again) but life just tends to get in the way sometimes.  I have been attending an awful lot of softball games lately (and loving it, I might add!)  When you have 3 nieces that are 3 different ages, you end up with a lot of different games.  I am really enjoying the extra time I have now to spend with them.  They really are great kids :)

Last night, on our way home from a game, a big bear ran across the road in front of us.  Then he was kind enough to stand around and let us watch him.  Why, oh why, did I not think to take a picture?  Oh well, maybe next time.

Today, I want to wish my Mother-in-law a very Happy Birthday!  I sure hope you enjoy your special day!

OK, on to the recipe.  I made a pan of these lemon bars a week or so ago (see, I can't even remember just when it was I made them).  I did take pictures of them, though, so I was thinking about all of you :)  These are so good and really pretty easy, too.

Glazed Lemon Bars

Crust:
2 cups flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup butter, softened

Filling:
4 large eggs at room temperature
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (mine came directly from the bottle :)
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 cup flour
2 cups white sugar

Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
3 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice (once again, mine was right out of the bottle)

Whisk together flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the butter, mixing until crumbly.  Lightly press into a 9x13 greased pan.  Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until light golden around the edges.  Remove from oven.

During the last few minutes of baking time, mix the eggs, lemon juice, flour, sugar, and baking powder with an electric mixer on high speed for 3 minutes.  The mixture should be frothy and very, very pale yellow.  Pour the mixture over the warm crust and then return to the over for another 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden brown on top.

Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.  When bars are cool, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth and then gently spread over the bars.  Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and then cut.

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I've been invaded...

OK, anybody recognize this guy?

or how about the 2 dozen of his friends?

I'm sure they showed up in my yard today to wish me a Happy Birthday, but it's amazing I didn't catch them when they showed up.

I got home from my niece's softball games last night around 8:30ish (Congratulations on your wins, girls!)  I was outside until almost 9:00 watering flowers and such.  Then I was putzing around in the house and busy.  Around 10:00 or 10:15 I went outside on the deck to refill the hummingbird feeder.  I noticed a shadow out front, then another, and another, etc.  You would think I would have caught the culprit, but NO!  Don't worry, I'll be keeping my ears open as these guys will need to be passed on at a later date :)

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