whatever

We have been called-

To be Temple Workers- Happy Day.

  

The purpose of the Temple-

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x_-TQivCx8

Tagged-

 

I'm usually a tag free zone- but I just couldn't say no to Leigh- 

    {she grew up with my kids}

What is your current obsession?  Man, I don't know...maybe painting.

 

What are you wearing today?  White skirt, pink top. { don't want to scare you with a picture.}

 

What's for dinner?  Fried chicken, corn on the cob, and artichokes.

What would you eat for your last meal?  Cherry cheesecake, rocky road ice-cream, and a root-beer float....it is my last meal =)

What's the last thing you bought?  A white dress, for the Temple.

What are you listening to right now?  Danny whistling.

What do you think of the person that tagged you?  she's a hoot, silly full of life gorgeous women.

If you could have a house, fully paid for, and totally furnished anywhere in the world, where would it be?   

Somewhere close to the grand-kids, but not too close, not that I wouldn't want to live right next door, but I don't what to bug them...they need their space.

If you could go anywhere in the world for the next hour, where would it be?  

I would love to go to Montana and be able to be like a fly on the wall to watch Mason as a missionary. I wouldn't want him to know I was there...just want to see him in action. =) {Okay so now Im crying}

What is one of your hobbies?  Gardening

What are 3 things that annoy you most?  Loud tapping for no reason, nail biting, rudeness.

What is your favorite color?  I like them all ...but my wardrobe has mainly, white, blue, and black.

What is your favorite piece of clothing in your wardrobe?

Practical?  jeans- wear them just about everyday.

Impractical?  Gold strappy high heels.

What is your dream job?  I'm not sure about that....I think anything that would be helpful.  You know like save the world type job. =)

Describe your personal style.  Tailored- I don't do ruffles or elastic bands.

What are you going to do after this? Take a walk with Dan

What is your favorite fruit?  Strawberries

What inspires you?  People that share their talents, art, cooking, design, and compassion and want nothing in return.

Who was the last person you kissed?  Dan =)

What are you currently reading?  The Poisonwood Bible

What delighted you most today?  Catching a couple of critters- sorry to all you critter lovers.

By what criteria do you judge a person?  By the kindness they show to others.

(So there you have it ....I'm now once again a tag free zone. }

 

If you would like to join in on the fun- see the rules below.

The rules:  1. Respond and rework; answer the questions on your blog, replace one question you dislike with a question of your invention, add one more question of your own.

Gophers on Steroids-

 

I know! ..... can you believe it?!  I didn't touch the bricks- that's the way I found them!

I Would love for you to join me over at Blissful-I'm talking about kitchen's today-

 Have a wonderful day-

My view & a Question-

Yes, I have a view from the "Hamlet"-  On some mornings you can even see the coastal fog hugging the hills- sweet.

{Just a little added bonus that I didn't think we would get....living part time in town.}

And now a question-

 

This is the dress I have for the wedding- I'm planning to wear silver "strappy" sandals-

Now a Question just for fun-

Hair up or down?

Jewelry?  Remember I'm not a big jewelry gal. =)

I've never-

{I stole this idea from Shannon}

I've never-

• had a birthday party
• changed the oil in my car
• sky dived
• had a Christmas stocking as an adult
• ran a marathon
• eaten raw fish
• drank a can of Pepsi
• learned a foreign language
• had a personal trainer

What have you "Never" done?

I'm reinventing a simple serving tray at Blissful today, come check it out.
 

Art-

 

Choosing art- This is the beginning of the "Art" for the Hamlet- The Large photo frame in back is from Shannon, the bird cage pictures are from Heidi {thanks I love them} and the beach print I purchased with the help of a Birthday gift certificate from Sandi.

I've decided to go "white" frame for the Hamlet. I think the "Art" in a room tells a unique story. So I like to display objects or art I love- I think it creates a personal environment.  I plan to take some photos from my travels and frame them- also plan to use lots of family photo's.   My art usually comes from- family photos, travels, church art, and a few painting from artists that I like.

Where do you get your art?

 

Family - Friends - Fun

Thursday-I spent some time with John, Libby and Family- Great food and company. LB was also there cooking up some of Moms famous fried squash.

 

Friday- I went to Filoli with Ellen, we wanted to see what the gardens looked like in the summer- { click here for  a reminder of what Spring was like.}

Summer at Filoli-

The drive there and back was fun, lots of great conversation. The weather couldn't have been any better.

It was very interesting to see the garden in a different season-{I hope to be able to visit again in the fall and winter} Loved all the centerpieces in every room of the home.

{Ellen standing in the pool house, she looks right at home doesn't she.}

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

floral arrangements-

 

 

My favorite part of the summer garden-

 

 

Saturday- Sam, Heidi and Kids came down Friday night. We had a fabulous Saturday with them filled with kayaking, swimming, Heidi's Birthday celebration and food.

 

In the top picture the kids are watching a gopher work a hole- they thought it was pretty funny.

 

Swimming-

 

Preston wants to be just like papa-

 

After all the swimming, Sam prepared a fabulous Birthday meal for Heidi, which included tri-tip and A to die for cheesecake- made all by Sam.

 

I'm hoping to get the recipe soon- It was a fabulous fun filled day- Thanks Heidi for having a Birthday =)

After dinner they needed to leave-{Sam had the assignment to speak in church on Sunday}we followed them to the "Men's warehouse" where both Sam and Danny got new Church suits- Happy Father's Day.

It has been a wonderful three days- now it's back to work.

 

Side note-

 

 

 

While Sam and Dan were kayaking, Sam was wearing a head gear camera, strapped to his head- that took a picture every two minutes- pretty cool- we had to laugh though- while wearing it be careful where you look- =)

 

 

 

 

 

(Sam checking to see if it was working.}

It took around 1000 pictures- I just randomly put these in.

 

Hamlet Bathroom- Before and After-

Before-

After-

 

 

Paint- Silver Feather- Olympic

Tile- from Home Depot- subway& glass mosaic on walls, white octagon on floor.

Vanity from Lowe's-

{There are still a few little things left to do in this room- but basically it's done. My original plan was to find a small desk and convert into a vanity, but the space was so small I couldn't find anything that would work.}

One more room done. =)

I'm joining in and linking up with Melissa- it's a Beautiful Life- come join us too.

Go green...for Dan-

Stop by and see me today-

 Have a wonderful day-.