CHANGES COMING SOON!!

You will notice some changes over the next few weeks.  I am going to be reformatting the blog so that it is more reflective of me and my current interests and endeavors.  Some of the links with be changing - at least the organization of them.  All of this is probably going to require me to spend some serious time at Starbucks with a *strong* latte close by, I'm sure.  For some reason, I just focus better there.  So, stay tuned for the construction zone! ;)

he's almost here!

I was graciously reminded by my bestie that I haven't posted any sneaks of her maternity pics.  I was a little surprised that my fairly conservative friend would want her belly pics posted on my blog.  Thrilled, but surprised.  So, Heather, here you go!  I picked a few of my faves.  I hope you like them.  I can't wait to meet my little jellybean next week! <3

*hugs*

Michelle

A quick update. And my other little secret...

I have the flu.  And, it sucks.  There really isn't any other way to put it.  It started yesterday afternoon with  terrible nausea and aches & pains so bad that I almost cried on the way out to my car after work.  Then the fever set it, spiked, and broke.  Thank heavens!  I still feel a little achy, but TONS better than 24 hours ago.  I think I'll get a flu shot next year.

So, for my other little secret...







I am ecstatic to announce that I have been chosen to be Midnight Rooster's Design Team Coordinator!  I have truly missed having the monthly challenge of scrapbooking with a deadline (crazy, I know!) and can't wait to get my fingers on these yummy yummy kits!  And, I am *so* looking forward to getting to know and working with all of these very talented ladies!!

So, "Congratulations!" to Midnight Rooster's Design Team:
Charity Hassel
Emily Spahn
Jill Cornell
Jing-Jing Nickel
Keri Babbitt
Kirsty Wiseman
Wendy McKee

Thanks, Tobi & Janelle!  I'm SO glad to be part ot the MR Team!

*hugs*
Michelle

Miss "E" is 1!

Here are a couple of pictures of "E" at her birthday party.  I can't believe she's one already!  Who gave her permission to grow up? ;)

She had fun playing with her sunglasses, but she couldn't quite figure out what they were really for.

I was playing with a couple of different filters on this last one.  I used "soft autumn glow" on the center picture and "cross processing" on the third.  I like the funky vintage/polaroid effect that they give.  What do you think?

*hugs*

Michelle

My first little secret...

Okay.  I was given permission to share my first little secret.

So...  Late last fall, I posted a few of my layouts in the public gallery of October Afternoon's blog.  No reason, really.  I was just interested in getting some feedback.  And I did.  I received an e-mail from their design team coordinator asking if I would give them permission to use (one of) my layouts on their blog.  I was absolutely elated!  So, long story short...  Instead of being featured on their blog, I've been asked to be their guest designer for the month of May!!  I could not be happier!!  My box of scrapbook goodies came in the mail last Monday.  I seriously squealed out loud when I opened it.  Such absolute yumminess!  I can't wait to start scrapping with it!!  I'm not able to post my projects here until after they've been posted on OA's blog, but I'll be sure to take a couple of pictures of all my wonderful goodies for you. ;)

I'll share my other little secret with you later this week, so stay tuned...

*hugs*
Michelle

Congratulations, Madisons!

A big "Congrats!" to my friends, Joy & Jon Madison, on the birth of their new little girl, Jovi Moriah.  Computer genius Jon has created a website to update family and friends on their new little addition.  Perfect for those of us who are thousands of miles away!  (He even created an Etsy gift registry - which I'm honored to have an item on.)  Jovi looks like such a little sweetie pie!  Big sisters Jaylie & Journey and brother Jaden got to welcome her home today.  Blessings to your family, Madisons!  And, welcome to our little world, Jovi! =)

oops!

If you had already read Wednesday and Thursday's blog posts prior to today, you might notice that something's different now.  Well, I kind of jumped the gun a bit by announcing something a little early.  Oops!  *blush*  So, I needed to go back and edit my last two posts and a couple of the comments left by my wonderful friends.  If you did read my original posts and know what was edited out, please help me keep my little secret.  I'll be able to share more in a couple of weeks.  Promise.  Thanks for your understanding! =)

*hugs*
Michelle