A few weeks ago Zulily had a deal where you could get 16x20 wrapped canvas prints for $29, then an additional $11 shipping paid at the time of your order from Image Canvas.
Total of $40 each.
Yes please.
They are normally $89 for the 16x20 wrapped canvas from Image Canvas, plus shipping.
So less than half price is what I paid.
I ordered 3!
Now, we have been married almost 4 years.
I have like 1 wedding photo in our house.
Sad.
That is what happens when the photographer offers the disc with copyrights.
I almost wish they didn't offer that sometimes.
When you don't have that option you are forced to buy prints.
Then because you spent so much money you are forced to hang them.
Back to my dilema.
Do I order all 3 of the canvas prints in 3 of my favorite wedding photos?
Is that overkill?
Or do I order 2 of my favorite wedding photos on the canvas and 1 of my favorite photos of Davis on the other??
Or do I do all 3 of Davis??
Or 1 of our wedding and 2 of Davis??
What would you do?
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
Valentine's Day
My first date with Jeff was on Valentines Day 2004.
NOT a good day for a first date.
I don't think either of us really thought that out well.
Every single restaurant in town was packed.
We waited FOR-EVER to eat dinner.
We ended up having a 2nd date the following week.
It went much better.
Then I decided I was more interested in someone else.
I'll bet you didn't know that.
So I really didn't officially date Jeff until sometime in the Fall of 2004, maybe even the Winter of 2005.
At any rate we got engaged on my birthday in September 2006.
We went to Hocking Hills.
I thought he was getting me a Yorkie.
WTF, a yorkie???
Like really, a yorkie??
What did he do pack it in a bag and drive it all the way down to Hocking Hills with me in the car.
It was really an engagement ring.
I was shocked to say the least.
My husband was NEVER getting married.
And then we got married on the hottest day October 6 had ever seen since like 1800 and something.
It was like 90 degrees.
I chose the Wolcott Museum Chapel.
Quaint, cute, historical, no a/c.
But who needs a/c in October.
Well, apparently we did.
It was memorable.
I remember after our wedding my friend Jen told me she thought I was wearing a bra with clear straps with my dress.
Then she realized it was just sweat.
So there you have it.
First date: February 14, 2004
Really dating somewhere around Fall 2004 or Winter 2005
Engaged: September 3, 2006
Married: October 6, 2007
NOT a good day for a first date.
I don't think either of us really thought that out well.
Every single restaurant in town was packed.
We waited FOR-EVER to eat dinner.
We ended up having a 2nd date the following week.
It went much better.
Then I decided I was more interested in someone else.
I'll bet you didn't know that.
So I really didn't officially date Jeff until sometime in the Fall of 2004, maybe even the Winter of 2005.
At any rate we got engaged on my birthday in September 2006.
We went to Hocking Hills.
I thought he was getting me a Yorkie.
WTF, a yorkie???
Like really, a yorkie??
What did he do pack it in a bag and drive it all the way down to Hocking Hills with me in the car.
It was really an engagement ring.
I was shocked to say the least.
My husband was NEVER getting married.
And then we got married on the hottest day October 6 had ever seen since like 1800 and something.
It was like 90 degrees.
I chose the Wolcott Museum Chapel.
Quaint, cute, historical, no a/c.
But who needs a/c in October.
Well, apparently we did.
It was memorable.
I remember after our wedding my friend Jen told me she thought I was wearing a bra with clear straps with my dress.
Then she realized it was just sweat.
So there you have it.
First date: February 14, 2004
Really dating somewhere around Fall 2004 or Winter 2005
Engaged: September 3, 2006
Married: October 6, 2007
Proof of the sweat, see my neck and forehead
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Let's Talk Maternity Photos
I have a love/hate relationship with maternity photos.
Some I see are like really, really amazing and make me wish I had done them. Like these.
Tastefully done.
Simple. Cool. Classy.
Then you see some that are just not cool.
Terribly set up.
Tacky.
Dorky.
Just ick.
Borderline porn.
I will not post a link to icky ones as I don't want to upset anyone.
But I'm sure if you are reading this you know exactly what I'm talking about.
I know a lot of it has to do with the photographer.
Most really good photographers are not going to take untasteful, tacky, dorky, cheesy, pornish photos.
But a lot of people who think they are photographers do and these are the ones that bug the living crap out of me.
If you are going to do a maternity session you should hire a true professional to do them if you want to look back years from now and still be wowed by them.
Some I see are like really, really amazing and make me wish I had done them. Like these.
Tastefully done.
Simple. Cool. Classy.
Then you see some that are just not cool.
Terribly set up.
Tacky.
Dorky.
Just ick.
Borderline porn.
I will not post a link to icky ones as I don't want to upset anyone.
But I'm sure if you are reading this you know exactly what I'm talking about.
I know a lot of it has to do with the photographer.
Most really good photographers are not going to take untasteful, tacky, dorky, cheesy, pornish photos.
But a lot of people who think they are photographers do and these are the ones that bug the living crap out of me.
If you are going to do a maternity session you should hire a true professional to do them if you want to look back years from now and still be wowed by them.
Friday, February 4, 2011
If It Isn't Me It Is Him
I am pretty sure Davis has another ear infection.
He has pulled and poked at both ears since yesterday.
Has a runny nose.
Was up 4 or 5 times last night crying.
Oy Vey!
When is it going to end?
I kid you not when I say that we have been sick since the very first week of January. I've been sick for a solid 4 weeks now. He was well for one week but sick for 3 weeks.
Last night I went on a rampage.
Throwing boiling water over all his toys in the sink.
Spraying the Lysol all over the place.
I am desperate for us to get better.
He has pulled and poked at both ears since yesterday.
Has a runny nose.
Was up 4 or 5 times last night crying.
Oy Vey!
When is it going to end?
I kid you not when I say that we have been sick since the very first week of January. I've been sick for a solid 4 weeks now. He was well for one week but sick for 3 weeks.
Last night I went on a rampage.
Throwing boiling water over all his toys in the sink.
Spraying the Lysol all over the place.
I am desperate for us to get better.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Project Organization - Day 1
After being holed up in my house the last month due to sickness I realized how many unfinished projects we have around here. I am going to use the winter months to get caught up on everything I didn't finish because I was constantly going all summer and fall.
Today I felt better so I did a project.
It only took me one hour and Davis had a blast emptying rocks out of candle holders in our room.
It made a world of difference.
I went through both of my closets.
I have two bags of clothes to donate to a local high school as they are having a garage sale this weekend and the proceeds go to support after prom.
I have one large box to take to a local resale shop in hopes to get some money for my nearly brand new clothes and clothes that still have tags on them.
This was a wake up call for me.
It made me realize how much we waste as Americans.
I'm guilty, your guilty, we are all guilty.
So in my effort to spend less this year, this project for sure reminded me to keep that goal going.
I'm sure I am giving away a good $1,000 worth of clothing, purses and shoes.
Disgusting.
On the upside, my closets are neat, organized and I can now find that favorite sweater I'm always searching for.
My goal is to at least do 3 of these projects each week. Some I can do by myself, some will require my husband's help.
This weekend I want to sit down with him and make a list of things we need to complete together.
Here are a few exciting ones that I can think of off hand for you to look forward to reading about:
1. Update 2nd bathroom
2. Convert Davis' "baby" room into a "toddler" room
3. Paint the front room for the 5th time since we have lived here and change it from a never used sitting room into a dining area
4. Hang photos
5. Paint, decorate, the whole shabang to the spare bedroom
Some of the less interesting things on my list are:
1. Keep the pantry/utility room off the garage organized at all times
2. Keep Davis' baby book updated
3. Stay on top of printing pictures and making photo albums
4. Stay more organized in general
5. Make sure both bathrooms get a good scrub down every 2 weeks
6. Cook dinner every night of the week
Today I felt better so I did a project.
It only took me one hour and Davis had a blast emptying rocks out of candle holders in our room.
It made a world of difference.
I went through both of my closets.
I have two bags of clothes to donate to a local high school as they are having a garage sale this weekend and the proceeds go to support after prom.
I have one large box to take to a local resale shop in hopes to get some money for my nearly brand new clothes and clothes that still have tags on them.
This was a wake up call for me.
It made me realize how much we waste as Americans.
I'm guilty, your guilty, we are all guilty.
So in my effort to spend less this year, this project for sure reminded me to keep that goal going.
I'm sure I am giving away a good $1,000 worth of clothing, purses and shoes.
Disgusting.
On the upside, my closets are neat, organized and I can now find that favorite sweater I'm always searching for.
My goal is to at least do 3 of these projects each week. Some I can do by myself, some will require my husband's help.
This weekend I want to sit down with him and make a list of things we need to complete together.
Here are a few exciting ones that I can think of off hand for you to look forward to reading about:
1. Update 2nd bathroom
2. Convert Davis' "baby" room into a "toddler" room
3. Paint the front room for the 5th time since we have lived here and change it from a never used sitting room into a dining area
4. Hang photos
5. Paint, decorate, the whole shabang to the spare bedroom
Some of the less interesting things on my list are:
1. Keep the pantry/utility room off the garage organized at all times
2. Keep Davis' baby book updated
3. Stay on top of printing pictures and making photo albums
4. Stay more organized in general
5. Make sure both bathrooms get a good scrub down every 2 weeks
6. Cook dinner every night of the week
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Do Americans Not Know How to Take a Break and Enjoy a Day Off??
We had a level 3 snow emergency here in Lucas County until about 2 p.m. today from the snow.
A level 3 snow emergency pretty much means unless your a police officer, fireman, doctor, nurse or the like you are to stay off the roads or you can be arrested, fined or ticketed.
I honestly cannot tell you how many statuses I saw on FB of people complaining about it being a level 3.
They just had to get out.
Can't stand being at home with their kids.
Need to go shopping.
Itching to get into the office the moment the level 3 is lifted to a level 2.
Seriously people, embrace a day off, enjoy your family, enjoy snuggling with your kids, watch some TV, read a book, take it easy for once.
I guess I just don't understand some people.
I never will.
I don't want to.
It makes me sad that so many people just can't stop and smell the roses sometimes. Take a breather. Life is short. It doesn't have to be about work, work, work, go, go, go every second of the day.
A level 3 snow emergency pretty much means unless your a police officer, fireman, doctor, nurse or the like you are to stay off the roads or you can be arrested, fined or ticketed.
I honestly cannot tell you how many statuses I saw on FB of people complaining about it being a level 3.
They just had to get out.
Can't stand being at home with their kids.
Need to go shopping.
Itching to get into the office the moment the level 3 is lifted to a level 2.
Seriously people, embrace a day off, enjoy your family, enjoy snuggling with your kids, watch some TV, read a book, take it easy for once.
I guess I just don't understand some people.
I never will.
I don't want to.
It makes me sad that so many people just can't stop and smell the roses sometimes. Take a breather. Life is short. It doesn't have to be about work, work, work, go, go, go every second of the day.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Blizzards and Sickies
We are expected to get up to 16" here in T-Town by Wednesday. I will believe it when I see it Blizzard Bill!!!
The entire city has literally gone mad.
Gas stations running out of gas.
Store shelves wiped clean of milk, eggs and bread.
Which brings me to my question of the day.
Why do people stock up on milk, eggs and bread??
I mean, really, of all things to stockpile.
I guess they like french toast??
Also, do these people like never go grocery shopping??
Honestly, if we hadn't gone grocery shopping Sunday, we would be able to manage a few weeks on what we have in our house.
My dad went to Kroger for a few items and he had to wait for a cart!
My friend went to Kroger last night and she said there were no hot dog buns, hamburger buns or bread!!
At least the stores are going to show a huge profit this month.
If we do get this supposed "blizzard" I will for sure take pictures and blog about it.
In other news, I'm still sick.
Really??
Yep, still sick.
Same damn sinus infection, going on 3 weeks now.
I actually felt good last week, Monday-Friday.
Saturday, not so much.
I went back to my doctor yesterday.
14 days of more antibiotics.
Another bottle of cough syrup with codeine, yum!!
And an order for a CT scan of my sinuses, she thinks they could be blocked which is why I am not getting better.
Hmph!
I'm going to get my skis ready now.
The entire city has literally gone mad.
Gas stations running out of gas.
Store shelves wiped clean of milk, eggs and bread.
Which brings me to my question of the day.
Why do people stock up on milk, eggs and bread??
I mean, really, of all things to stockpile.
I guess they like french toast??
Also, do these people like never go grocery shopping??
Honestly, if we hadn't gone grocery shopping Sunday, we would be able to manage a few weeks on what we have in our house.
My dad went to Kroger for a few items and he had to wait for a cart!
My friend went to Kroger last night and she said there were no hot dog buns, hamburger buns or bread!!
At least the stores are going to show a huge profit this month.
If we do get this supposed "blizzard" I will for sure take pictures and blog about it.
In other news, I'm still sick.
Really??
Yep, still sick.
Same damn sinus infection, going on 3 weeks now.
I actually felt good last week, Monday-Friday.
Saturday, not so much.
I went back to my doctor yesterday.
14 days of more antibiotics.
Another bottle of cough syrup with codeine, yum!!
And an order for a CT scan of my sinuses, she thinks they could be blocked which is why I am not getting better.
Hmph!
I'm going to get my skis ready now.
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