Friday, April 04, 2008

Grace's Pretty Room










Here is Gracie's new bedroom. Her room was all the color of the purple wall, all 4 walls and the ceiling. It was like a cave when you walked in, and the Tinkerbell sticker's that were hung up didn't show up very well.
I painted 2 of the walls with a Spring Green to lighten the room up. In the day time they almost look yellow as you can see on the video. Then on the walls I stenciled flowers. Green on the purple walls and purple on the green walls. It took a while, but it turned out really cute. I added more Tinkerbell stickers and really did a lot of stenciling. I also painted the letters that spell out GRACIE. They were plain wood. Rich painted them pink and then I painted the edges purple, put on sparkle paint to make them shine and added some "jewels" to make them look awesome.
I am pretty sure that Rich is going to make me do all of the painting from now on! I did a really good job on Grace's room. Still have to do Richie's and ours and the kitchen. Should be a fun chore! I didn't know that I was that creative, but the room turned out really cute for a 4 year old.

Sunday, February 24, 2008

The Puppy Family




So here is some family photos for you. Start at the top.... Cracker & DJ (nee Cookie), their brother Jelly, their Dad Peanut, their Mom Butter. Are they not cute?!!!

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Random Pics










Rich, Richie, Gracie. Grace's favorite face! Can you say Cry Baby? Richie climb the rock wall at Mayor Daley's fitness camp down at McCormick Place. Rich at a wedding we went to, well maybe hours after the reception... just having a good time! Isn't he hot in the purple?!!! And picture of my boyfriend Garfield!!! He is so damn adorable!
And a video of Grace & Garfield listening to Grace's Birthday Card while watching birds.

Saturday, October 27, 2007

My Engagement Ring


This is my new sparklie ring! Got it last night. It has beautiful Sapphires & Diamonds... See the Diamond. Can you say Woo Hoo for me... I have a guy who has awesome taste, he's hot, and I LOVE him!!!

Thursday, September 27, 2007

better days




So today is better in "my world"! We went & played with sparkly things this past weekend. It was very fun. I was shocked that we had pretty much matching taste, and I was shocked to see that he had taste...LOL It was a lot of fun!
Then he had to work on the car. You can tell who Cracker likes better as she snuggles up to him while he is working on the brakes. He loves his new painting. Trust me it was much better than the one that the ex had hanging on the wall.. I'm so glad it is gone!!!
He took me & the kids to Super Dawg.. Yum
I guess that is it for now. Not enough time to add more stuff, but there's always another day. Can't wait to get a picture of the new sparkly thing!!! If he's smart he'll pick one up quickly! I'll keep ya posted!

Tuesday, September 04, 2007

Birthday Weekend















I had a really great birthday weekend! I got to spend it with the new boyfriend and my family. He took me downtown to Chicago to ride the Ferris Wheel at Navy Pier. He also took me to dinner at Bubba Gump. Boy was it awesome! Spent part of the weekend at his son's football stuff. Saturday took us to my area for a BBQ with my family that came up from Southern IL. It was great weather and great fun. Here are some pictures. They include Me & The Sisters, Rich and I, Rich and Shaler, Rich and the Grill, Rich and his dog Cracker, Shaler and her cousisns - Dezi and Dillon, Dad and his Guitar, Me & Grace (Rich's daughter)
It was great to hear Dad sing and play the guitar. It was great having Rich there, afterall he is only the second guy I've ever brought home to meet my Dad. As far as Dad is concerned, Rich can stay. Dad had no fatherly warnings for me. LOL

Tuesday, August 28, 2007

cracker & the boyfriend


Look how cute! Garfield was just a baby then. I love my boyfriend & Cracker too.

me & him

Finally I can post a picture of the hottest guy I know! I love him so much! Can't wait for more to happen in the way of a true relationship. It's fun playing house, but I want the real deal.

my pooch



Are these not the cutest pictures of the beautiful Cracker puppy?!

Us

Just before fireworks at Lakemoor Fest this year. Aren't we cute. Rich, Gracie & Richie

Thursday, August 02, 2007

Cracker's Sister


D.J., Crackers sister! Isn't she cute! (Picture by Lui5)

Tuesday, July 10, 2007

Wednesday, July 04, 2007

I love this feeling!

When life seems colored in tones of gray,
the last little spark has flickered away,
Thru unbroken darkness you stumble and grope;
You're still not defeated - just hold on to hope.

The three that abide are faith, hope and love,
So pick up that dream and give it a shove.


Saturday, March 24, 2007




Cracker & Garfield; Cracker cuddling her favorite bone;
Garfield chilling in the sink - Weird Cat

My Best Bud - Garfield

Tuesday, December 19, 2006



Ho Ho Ho... It's Christmas time.... Pics of Garfield under the tree.. He is so damn cute!!!
(I think I may like him alot)

Thursday, November 23, 2006

My two favorite girls.. the kid & my kitty Missy. She's camera shy, that's why there's not many of her on this blog.
Cracker playing in her house.

Another Hat


The flamingo costume! And another hat. She can even put on a sombrero & look cute!

Random Pet Shots




Garfield sitting, Garfield Lounging, "Garfield On The Radio", Garfield In His Woodstock Costume on Halloween. I Love My Cat!!