Photo Wall for Mom Part 1

My mom has many, many photos that are framed (and not). I have been slow getting them up on walls. My mom is very patient, and never gives me a bad time. She knows I have not been feeling well. So today, I had Scott put up these two Ikea black shelves and I put some of her photos up.

These are just the ones she had on her window. The cat would jump in the window and knock them down.

I did put the wonderful photos of the grandkids and the most recent ones from Kim & Jason on the other wall and when I am done adding to her walls I will take pics of all and blog them all.

Easy Valentine Cards

Supplies
-Scissors
-Heart Shape
-Me&My Big Ideas Stripe Paper
-Nook & Pantry Cupcake Paper
-Glue Stick
-Ultra Fine Glitter
-Glitter Glue
-Foam Mount Double Stick Tape

Butterflies

Pacific Science Center Butterfly House

Now I am really upset that I did not know this exhibit was a permanent exhibit when Scott's mom was here. So, anyone that knows Scott's mom, please do not mention this place! Thanks!!

We definitely want to take her here when she visits again!

I heard about the Pacific Science Center having a butterfly exhibit about 10yrs ago, however I thought it was a temporary one.. Sad news, Scott's mom loves butterflies and she missed a trip here. Well, we have something to look forward to!

Lights, Tinsel, Trim and the Fun Decor!

These wonderful elves were a gift from Scott's sister Charlene & brother in law Ro. Christmas time in Missouri is a high energy loud and laughing time with family and smiles.

Of and on growing up we lived with at my mom's mom's - grandma Anne's house. I remember on the mantle near the Christmas stockings and by the old clock she had the original elves that these elves are a reproduction of, I thought they were maybe a little devious looking.

So not only seeing them again, but getting a set of our very own brings back memories of a different time. A time of family gatherings of making a holiday meal with what you could, and my favorite - all kinds of authentic great grandma and grandma's pies.

I love these guys!

Sad to say, it is time to put Christmas sugar plums away.