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Gardeners’ Digest 2.22.12

Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Posted in Uncategorized

This is the second Gardeners’ Digest and we’re all excited about how well received it was last month! I hope that you find this new feature to be inspiring! and who knows, maybe you will win a little something if you leave a comment.

(header by my friend and awesome crafter Lisa Truesdell)

Just a little peek, with a little Dear Lizzy showing.

your cheeky smile makes my hear soar by lilithee

This layout as well as her whole gallery are very inspiring! Pretty, pretty work with great little details. Check her out!

InLinkz.com

You may notice a theme here….can you say creamy neutrals?

The Ormolu Negative Numbers Tag Set is something that I know I will use again and again. So versative for layouts and cardmaking.

The Cotton Tapes from Prima are another favorite product that I’ve been using a lot. Love it for a little added texture, for added tack-down power for embellishments and photos and to bind little booklets and flip journaling.

JBS Cream Doily Flowers. I have been blowing through these like water! They add so much without being overwhelming…and they are fun to stitch or staple anywhere on a project.

Dear Lizzy Neopolitan Hazy Horizon paper. One of my favorite papers ever. So much more beautiful in person than in photos. I want to buy this in bulk!

Red Love Embroidered Tag by Amy Tangerine. This is a very limited edition tag, so grab it while you can! So pretty!

To continue on this garden girl blog hop, you’ll go to Jaime Warren’s blog next!

If you get lost along the hop, you can stop by the garden girls blog at 2peas to get back on track – or here’s the whole list!

Have a great day!

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February 22, 2012 - 8:55 am marcy - LOVE all the layers in that sneak Becky!!

February 22, 2012 - 9:11 am Karen O - Lovely sneak - and at least 2 of your product faves have already come home with me :P

February 22, 2012 - 9:59 am Christina Collins - I can't wait to see the rest of your sneak peek! Looks lovely. The inspiration layout is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing! The two peas digest is so much fun!

February 22, 2012 - 10:01 am Cristina - Love the sneak!! Can't wait to see more!

February 22, 2012 - 11:24 am Lena K - Such a lovely sneak...love those tiny toes....can't wait to see more!

February 22, 2012 - 11:37 am Carol West - Hi Becky, Those creamy neutral colors that you chose are beautiful. The Gardener's Digest is wonderful and I am enjoying seeing what you gals are up to. I'm looking forward to seeing what's coming soon at 2 Peas from you.

February 22, 2012 - 12:08 pm Carolyn E - I'm waiting (patiently) for the mailman to deliver those Prima tapes ;)

February 22, 2012 - 12:16 pm Mabel M - Some new 2peas goodies just arrived this morning overseas, can't wait to play, thanks for the inspiration!! <3

February 22, 2012 - 12:40 pm Marilyn Nimmo - LOVE the sneak peek and your product picks.

February 22, 2012 - 12:45 pm Janka - I can't wait to see more than just a little sneak :)

February 22, 2012 - 12:47 pm Ezlie Perez - I'm loving neutrals too. Great layouts.

February 22, 2012 - 12:48 pm debs - Loving those creamy shapes...and the chevron makes me dizzy with happiness.

February 22, 2012 - 12:50 pm Jeana - Sneak Peak looks very interesting...can't wait to see it. I really think I need to get that tape and those flowers!

February 22, 2012 - 12:55 pm Becky J - Hi Becky..I just placed my very first order at 2peas this week...what gorgeous items!! I love the creamy neutral products you showed above and I really like all the layers peeking out at the top of your layout and behind your photo.. :) Sweet!!

February 22, 2012 - 12:59 pm Barb C - Very inspiring - makes me want to pull out all of my neutrals :-)

February 22, 2012 - 1:10 pm Fifi-T - I've taken a class with Shimelle and loved it, will you each be taking a class?

February 22, 2012 - 1:32 pm Jamie Hensley - Waving hand here...waving hand...love the great sneak peeks...can't wait to see all of it. I love those doily flowers and the chevron paper. I would love to win! JamieH

February 22, 2012 - 1:45 pm Leanne - Liking the sneaks! Thanks aka scrappypeanut

February 22, 2012 - 1:52 pm Kathy R - Great sneak! Love baby toes and the products you highlighted, especially that chevron paper.

February 22, 2012 - 2:20 pm Jan - Thanks for the sneak peek! Love the colors!

February 22, 2012 - 2:41 pm Amanda - loving all the sneaks and that hazy horizon paper is lovely

February 22, 2012 - 3:57 pm Cynthia Larson - Love the little toes on the little sneak peak!

February 22, 2012 - 4:02 pm PurpleJet - Loving the restful colours of your layout and your photos are just the best!

February 22, 2012 - 4:58 pm Andie - That sneak is so intriguing, can't wait to see the whole thing.

February 22, 2012 - 6:00 pm Jill - Thanks for sharing your favorites and for the peek! I love the rosette.

February 22, 2012 - 6:32 pm Julie H - awesome work, and loving the creamy neutrals also!

February 22, 2012 - 7:38 pm Julie Weis - such awesome LOs and i love the products!!

February 22, 2012 - 8:32 pm Penny Arnold - Thanks for the sneak! The link on the main message board to your site didn't work, so I had to come by Jaime's site. Love Penny

February 22, 2012 - 8:43 pm donna - delish stuff!! i love cream colored stuff too! (princesspaperlover)

February 22, 2012 - 9:17 pm Melinda - Beautiful layout, and what wonderful pictures! Thanks for sharing! ^-^

February 22, 2012 - 9:38 pm Vickib26 - Love the sneak peek!

February 22, 2012 - 9:58 pm Amanda - Thanks for sharing your favorites!

February 22, 2012 - 10:32 pm Bethany - Love the sneak can't wait to see the whole thing. I like the dear lizzy paper as well.

February 23, 2012 - 2:42 am zgagi - your sneak looks fabulous can't wait to see the whole page

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Thursday, February 16, 2012 Posted in babies, children, family photos, photography

I’m scattered today…trying to wrap up lots of different things around here. In the midst of doing laundry, editing, wrapping up photography business and scrapbooking deadlines, I’m also doing crazy things like decluttering and organizing my bathroom. I always think if I have a day at home (even with clients stopping by and a meeting in the evening) that I can clean my whole house, do all the laundry, make homemade meals and declutter, in addition to working my real job. Unrealistic, yes, but that is me.

Yesterday, while I was out running errands, I almost forgot that I didn’t need to get groceries this week. Since we’re leaving in a few days, I need to use what we have….which is something that I find an unusual amount of gratification in. Using what we have and leaving home with very little left in the fridge is huge to me. I was delighted when I looked in the fridge late this morning and realized that I had a leftover piece of chicken (from the crispy ginger lime recipe on Valentine’s Day), rice, celery, onion and grapes…yummy chicken salad makings! Woohoo, I used up lots of stuff and lunch was delish!

As I think of heading out and attending WPPI, I am excited, anxious to learn and a little nervous. I have not been a networking sort of photographer. I do my thing and sadly, I don’t spend a lot of time getting to know other photographers in my area. I would say I have good rapport with a few local photographers, as well as some from other areas, but I am definitely in a bit of a bubble. Therefore, when I attend a big show like this, I know no one. I usually meet new friends, but since I am in learning mode, I tend to be quiet and not extroverted. I don’t attend the cocktail parties or social events, so that leaves me out a little too. It’s okay, I know I’ll learn a ton and come back excited about implementing all of the new knowledge. I just hope not to be too awkward. (insert weak smile)

I’ve done my usual research on what we may want to do while in Vegas. I scheduled our trip to last a day longer than my classes, so we will have a full day with no schedule. That has never happened to me on any previous trip to Vegas, so this will be fun! We may even hit the outlet malls and Fremont Street. We have our favorite restaurants and locations, but I haven’t bought any show tickets yet. Celine, Elton John, Shania Twain, Carrot Top….? Cirque de Soleil LOVE, Phantom, Blue Man Group? I know we’ll go to the House of Blues at some point and Dueling Pianos. But I think this trip, we may just stroll, and sit and people watch, and stroll a little more. We’re exciting like that. If you have any ideas on MUST SEE or DOS while in Vegas, please share.

Before the day slips away, here are a few peeks from a recent family session:

I photographed Taylor when she was a baby, but hadn’t met Molly yet. What big eyes she has!

and she’s a very happy baby girl!

Big sister is a charmer too…

SWEETNESS.

I hope you like the peeks!

Have a great day and God bless.

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February 16, 2012 - 2:58 pm Leonie-Australia - Becky you really captured the sweet innocence of children in this photo

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Tuesday, February 14, 2012 Posted in *b* lists, babies, children, photography

You know I’m not going to tire of sharing photos of my family…so one more day of the festivities. But first, in honor of Valentine’s Day on a Tuesday….

*b* list of loves on a day of love:

typography:

{etsy YMPhotography}

movie:

the holiday

book:

redeeming love

gift for me:

I prefer wrapped flowers, rather than arranged…I enjoy cutting them and putting them in my own vases.

gift for Tom:

After work, Tom is scheduled for an hour massage : ) That would make a fine gift for me too.

romantic dinner:

Crispy Ginger-Lime Chicken Thighs

Steamed Broccoli

Jasmine Rice

Cookies

made by Custom Cookies Fremont Nebraska

quote:

“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.” Romans 12:9

What would life be without love?

More than anything on this earth, I love my family. I love my friends as I never have before. The relationships that I nurture and treasure are it for me. More than my home, more than food, more than a great outfit….I love my people.

Paparazzi. Kinda glad I had already had a private cupcake photo session.

I love this shot. The fact that he saw my big lens and focused on it for a minute, through the crowd made me happy.

By far, my favorite shot of E on his birthday. I just keep looking at it. The curls, the serenity, the perfection of his little person.

A couple of handsome big boys…

I can’t believe how big they are.

Of course, she rocks the candid shots.

Thanks for bearing with me as I share my family photos.

God bless your day!

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February 14, 2012 - 7:52 pm melanie - *sigh* that was the very first francine rivers book i read and man i still love it! :)

February 15, 2012 - 2:39 am Leonie-Australia - Gorgeous family Becky!

February 15, 2012 - 11:36 am tara pollard pakosta - the family photos are my VERY FAVORITE! can't believe Eli is ONE>~ so crazy! he's sooooo cute!!! tara

February 15, 2012 - 4:54 pm er - e! happy birthday buddy boy :D jman...u have a beautiful fam...proud of u bud...love to all ....er

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Monday, February 13, 2012 Posted in babies, my family photos

You watched the Grammys, right? From the time I was itty bitty, music has been an important aspect of life…my grandparents were instrumental (haha!) in my music love. They actually had a room in their home that we called the music room. We gathered in that room almost as often as we did in their comfy kitchen. My Gram was a gifted musician, in both voice and piano/organ, she taught music and was our church organist for over 50 years. She read music, but she was one of those rare souls who could hear a song and play it. I could hum a song in my not so perfect pitch and she could even make sense of my attempt. Unbelievable. Gramps played the accordian and sang in his beautiful baritone voice. They had this cool sectional in the music room, along with the piano and organ, and we would just hang out and sing and listen (jam sessions now, sing-a-longs then) So anyway, I have always loved music, mainly due to Gram and Gramps. I haven’t really looked forward to watching the Grammys for a few years.

But this year, with Adele up for 6 Grammys and knowing she would perform, I was all about it! She did not disappoint. Wow. Stunning performance. Definitely a moment in music history. Whitney’s untimely death was bound to have an impact on the night as well… I was a huge fan back in the eighties and nineties….and silently cheered for her to overcome her demons in recent years. So sad. I thought Jennifer Hudson nailed her tribute…and what a tough assignment she had, in so many ways. Also love that LL Cool J started the night with a prayer. I know that hearing of Whitney’s death was super sobering to me. As I watched Adele savoring (I think) her moment after her performance, I sent a prayer up for her that she would be able to handle the fame and success.

Since I’m on a pop culture roll, a couple of other recent observations:

Ann Curry’s wardrobe. I know she is getting some flack for her choices…but personally, I find it so refreshing. I loved her black dress with the bold white flowers last fall! I think it’s great that she is showing a little personality, even when she makes choices that aren’t all winners.

Downtown Abbey - Almost everyone I know has been talking about this series. I was going to pick up the first season at Target, but they didn’t have it, so I downloaded it on itunes. I’m not just jumping on the bandwagon because it’s the thing to do…the era intrigues me, as well as the fact that it’s Masterpiece Theater and it’s British…come on, that’s all I need.

Okay, enough pop culture. Something really important happened this weekend. Eli turned one. Can’t believe he is officially one now. sigh. When we took Jared and Beth’s engagement photos, we used this frame…thought it would be fun to recreate…even though we couldn’t do it outside! My new favorite family photo of them. He is such a boy. Loves to rough-house and be tossed around. He loves his Sesame guys. With most one year olds, there’s a certain hesitation and sometimes even fear at the freedom of digging into their first cake…not so with this guy. He was all about eating cake. This boy definitely has some Dein blood flowing through his veins. I know I may have gone a little overboard, but it’s my prerogative. More from his party tomorrow…and hopefully a new *b* list : ) God bless!

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February 13, 2012 - 12:47 pm Julie Weis - oh, there's that darling little boy again! i love all of the photos but the first one of him sitting on the plate is my fave. it cracks me up! downton abbey, did you say downton abbey? i can not get enough of that show. the story is told so wonderfully! you will fall in love with it and the characters. and lastly, what a beautiful memory from your childhood of your grandparents!

February 13, 2012 - 2:44 pm tara pollard pakosta - Eli, happy birthday, I can't believe you are ONE~! you are so adorable, beautiful and such a joy to see you growing up(way too quickly though).... seriously, cannot believe he is ONE! tara

February 13, 2012 - 3:58 pm Jessica - Eli's photos are completely adorable! Happy Birthday little guy!

February 14, 2012 - 12:48 am Robin - I remember the music room at your grandparents house. I fondly remember taking lessons from Helen. She was so patient, kind and oh so very wise. For the first couple of years I was able to play my lessons by ear and so I didn't practice like I should have. She ever so sweetly reminded me (almost weekly) how very important it was to practice the piano and what wonderful gift awaited me if I stuck with it and did my best. My favorite part of piano was the grand recital we'd have each spring...it was a BIG deal. The best part was when Helen would take the stage and play while Her brother from AZ would sing. You could see her passion for music radiate from her and it was magical. Your grandson is adorable. I'm sure the memories you make with your grandchildren will be as wonderful as the ones your grandparents made with you.

February 14, 2012 - 6:24 am Auntie Jaynee - Love the pictures of Eli! It's hard to believe he's been here a whole year!!

February 15, 2012 - 5:00 pm Jill - Happy Birthday, Elijah!! Little Ellie is right behind you.....it's hard to believe it's been a year :)

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Friday, February 10, 2012 Posted in babies, crafting, decorating, photography

I always sort of enjoy this time of year. I know that if I’m going to do any traveling or projects around the house, it has to be now. To be honest, I try to catch up on all the areas of my life that have been neglected or depleted in the months previous. And I feel like I’m sort of failing at catching up. I know it’s unrealistic to ever truly “catch up”. I just feel like I need to re-evaluate. I seem to be neglecting some areas of life that are VERY important to me. Can anyone relate? Do you ever feel like you can’t get your time lined up with your priorities? I prayed about this specifically this morning. I remember a quote that I posted a while ago about how balance shouldn’t be that difficult…something to the effect that if you love God and put Him first, everything else will naturally line up. I must not be wholehearted in my love for Him? Just being real here friends.

Something that I want to make clear as I’m stating my thoughts: I love what I’m doing and I love my life. Sometimes I think it’s just that there is SO much I want to do and so many things that I want to experience, that I’m trying to do them all right now. Maybe that’s the reality of time passing…we realize that there are things we want to do, but we don’t have a lifetime to do them anymore. I am so blessed to have understanding and gracious people in my life, that’s all I can say. Thank you for being so good to me family and friends. I hope I haven’t failed you and if I have, please forgive me.

One thing that I think might help in my situation: have an unplugged day regularly. I’m not sure what regularly might be? Maybe once a week, maybe once a month? Maybe every Sunday? Has anyone tried this and has it made a huge difference?

Here’s something that I am thinking about too…being dedicated to exercise really takes a lot of time. Brooke and I talk about this a lot. Making time to run is tough. Because it’s not just about the hour getting to the gym and running…it’s also the time to shower and clean up. You can’t just run and then go about your day. Silly I know. But I do know it takes a really conscious effort to keep it up and stay dedicated.

Something I really want to work on is my house. I’ve been decluttering like crazy, but I really want to spend time restyling it and rearranging. I enjoy that so much and feel like I just haven’t made the time for it lately. I have added a couple of little things here and there…

I have been looking and looking for a modern piece of orange pottery and glassware for this table in the family room and just haven’t found what I want yet…so for now, it’s a bowl of oranges.

When we replaced the carpet, the guys who moved the furniture moved this chest to this spot and I liked it. So I didn’t move the rolling basket of globes back in. For now, this is good.

I’m still looking for the right piece in the upper right.

I did add one new little detail…

I love them! There are some things in my home that are investment pieces and that I own for many years, but I like to have a few pieces that are just for fun and not forever.

The rug in our entryway was trashed, so I ordered the UO rug that became available on January 13…yes, I was waiting and when the day arrived, I immediately ordered it before it was on backorder! My little friend is so loyal. She ends up in more than half the photos I take in our house. She’s always near me.

Really quick I have to share that 2TwoPeas has Dear Lizzy products in the shop! I ordered immediately when I saw that they were there. Can’t wait!

Today, I took Eli’s one year photos. Can’t even wrap my mind around him being here for a year. I took SO many shots. He was willing and we had ideas, so we kept going. Here’s a little peek…

Don’t you just want to squeeze him? I can’t even handle it! He’s pure joy.

Have a great weekend!

God bless!

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February 10, 2012 - 11:05 pm melanie - can not believe that eli is one - wow!

February 11, 2012 - 10:49 am Gina - I love and appreciate your honesty Becky. I believe that quote, but it takes daily dieing to self. I know I am not there yet either. I believe we all have strongholds (whether it is being a workaholic, laziness, materialism...) because we are human but when we are weak He is strong!! Thank goodness His mercies are new every morning! :) Love that coffee table and the oranges really pop. :) And the photo of Eli...sooo adorable! ;)

February 11, 2012 - 11:25 am Patti Mullican - That map and the little school chair are amaZING! I also like the addition of the antlers to your frame collage. I'm wondering how a pair of my dad's would look in the collage I did inspired by yours. Dad's antlers always grossed me out before, but they might be cool to have. Good thoughts today. Hang in there - you are making much more progress than you think. I'm always amazed how much you accomplish and seem to really enjoy the time you spend with family and friends.

February 12, 2012 - 9:29 am Mary McCarthy - Becky...you always inspire me. Thank you. I love looking at your creative decorating. You make a house a warm and personal home. I am so inspired by you. I pray for more time and energy to prioritize my life and then DO IT! Thanks for your blog and sharing your life with all of us.

February 12, 2012 - 9:27 pm Tina - Becky! I can't believe he's one! How fun for all of you! I love his little chubbiness :)

February 14, 2012 - 4:40 pm Keshet Starr - I totally agree--never enough hours in the day! Love the photo!

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