6 degrees again

you know that whole 6 degrees thing, how we are all somehow intertwined to each other within 6 relationships? Well today I went to a blog and while reading comments clickes on a name, read their whole story and then went to one of his friends. AND WOW found a great thing....

today I went to withoutwax>comments from today's post>Visual trademark you have to read the miracle about their new little prince Asher, wow! God is so good. Then onto In case you were wondering he does this whole Positive post Tuesday. I love this! Better than that, he wrote a ton about CHINA! I have dear dear friends who are in the process of adopting from China Beeson's in Idaho, I had renewed hope today that their adoption is going to come to fruition after so many months of waiting.

We then link our site to his site and post something positive..... building someone up!

I can't think of anyone more deserving than our darling daughter Savannah. She is seriously funny, a great friend to her crew, such a helper in our store and at home, she loves the Lord, she worships and dances whenever she gets a chance, she takes care of our dogs, enjoys babysitting the children of our church and truly has a servants heart. She is a seeker of knowledge devouring books and facts/trivia, she roots for the underdog and is a friend to those that need one. She is cautious but free loving w/the arts. She has a deep appreciation for the simple green life and wishes to be kind to the earth and its resources. She loves to bake and cook, and would love to learn to really sew and knit. She has a whole world ahead of her and plenty adventures to come! I am thankful she is part of our family, and glad to hang out with her and make memories together. Now...... if she would just get her driver's license....

Tell me about your 6 degrees experience? Anyone great you have met? or grown to admire? Have a postive post you want to share! Come on, it will make you feel good!

Retreat! More fun

I can't wait for people to email me their pic's from this weekend.

There were some great times. Tami had her camera, so did Gina and Kelly, and the girls from Orofino and Pullman. Email them away! Let's get them out there. I know there were well over 500 layouts created this weekend. It was wonderful to "Retreat" to a place on the river so close to home.

I will try to get some pic's taken tonight, I haven't located my layouts yet. My van decided to get sick while we were up river and today it was towed to the mechanic. THANK GOD, I mean really Thank you Lord, my folks are smart and have AAA Plus, which means that a person can get towed anywhere within 100 miles of where they are stranded. This morning, mom went back up river, met the tow driver and said hasta la vista to the red mini van. 6 hours later we have it back. It was a set of burnt up wires. There is more good news, we had some credit at the mechanic, another God deal and therefore it was under $100 for the repairs. My oh My. I am one thankful girl today!!!!!

I want to thank Tami, Cori, Jess, Annie, Rhonda, Bri, Jennifer, Shauna, Denise, Gina, Kelly, Randi Jo, Nicole, Dawn, Heidi, Kelly B, Anita, Linda C, Sara, Sue, Susan, Loy, Ivy, Rainy, Fraun, Gabby, Karlene, Tami V, Kristi T, Kristi K, Anne, Mom, Jamie, Gini, and Polly

I am TIRED and blessed!

Random observations about our amazing weekend away....
*girls bring a lot of stuff... Cori and Annie hosted a really fun game of white elephant exchange, *people donated to a table an item and it was traded/stolen and it was fun!
*girls can fit a lot of paper and stuff into a car/suburban/minivan!
*if given a chance girls are amazing at helping/cleaning and just being kind
*hundreds of pages were created and stories told
*our snack table was da bomb!
*there were girls from Lewiston/Clarkston, Spokane/Coeur d'alene, Boise, Orofino and more
*girls can stay up late and be silly given enough caffeine and music!
*25 cricuts!
*amazing bags from Steph! they were highly fought over!

I know there will be pic's and more stories. I just wanted to say that I had the greatest time. I had the nicest table, James and my mom were rockin' at helping me shop and work and plan!

Do you hear the fireworks?

We have the new

Scenic route LIBERTY

line in stock.
We almost sold out of the Rocket line from Bo Bunny! This new liberty line is full of stars and stripes, it is perfect for the 4th but also military and patriotic layouts! Hurry! It won't last

Being Thankful on a Monday

instead of dwelling on my day I am choosing a new route.
Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this:
22 The faithful love of the Lord never ends![b]
His mercies never cease.
23 Great is his faithfulness;
his mercies begin afresh each morning.
24 I say to myself, “The Lord is my inheritance;
therefore, I will hope in him!”
25 The Lord is good to those who depend on him,
to those who search for him.
26 So it is good to wait quietly
for salvation from the Lord. Lamentations 3: 22-26

Pslam 86:15 But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.

Psalm 89:1 I will sing of the LORD's great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.

I need a Faithful Father today. What a great thing to know that He is here.

Big Gar, or our Cool Dude

Today for Father's day my dad took a scenic flight over the valley. He really enjoyed it!

I am amazed at my dad, he is "advanced in age" as my brother would put it. The doctor's told us that he wouldn't live past 55 and he is over 65 now. He has a bad heart but thankfully with my brother's help he keeps going. I am very thankful to have him in my life. He gives me great business advice, loves me beyond belief and encourages me to be my best. He has set high standards and helps me see my dreams come true. My kids adore him, and God has really blessed me with my dad. Happy Father's Day DAD!

Did you know?

We have letters! We will be stocking the alphabet in varied sizes and fonts. Check out Amandas letters. Also if you want to make this darling frame, Tami is teaching it on the 25th!!