Fuzzy Flock...

Fuzzy flock, which is also known as "Fun Flock" is now available at Michaels. Woohoo!! I have been wanting to try this stuff for a long time. Seeing it at the store, reminded me that I had gotten a small sample size bit of it, at the CK expo almost two years ago.
Fellow scrappers will understand how this lapse in time can happen, even when a scrapper is excited about a product. LOL
So... I have been reading online about ways to attach.

*Glue Pad (similiar to a stamp pad but glue not ink on it)
*liquid glue (dry time is longer, but I have on hand.)
*embossing powder (but have to flock really quickly in the melted powder)
*Tape Runner (might be unevenly covered, do to layers of tape.)

Now... off to test it all. (Gotta love that the HEAT outside is finally decreasing and I have today off work). Oh yeah... I have to go to the dentist today. UGH!! LOL (I hate that feeling of space between my teeth after a cleaning)

Las Vegas was such a fun trip. We got there at about 12:30am. Took a cab from the airport. We then spent 3 days with nothing planned, except for the Zumanity The sensual side of Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas show on Friday evening.
Sponge Bob is in the Excalibur hotel, which was the first hotel we went to... after checking into New York, New York. We were up until about 3 am the first night (morning) before we decided to take a break.



We took this pic the morning that we left. Our hotel was in the background, as we toured across the street.







We ate at this "New York" style pizza shop, a few times during our stay. We ate on the strip the whole time, since we choose to walk and not rent a car. It is pricey to eat on the strip, but we enjoyed the places we choose to eat at. Sean was excited to eat at ESPN Zone for one meal. We also had a burger at the shop around the corner from the pizza shop. YUMMY!!
We did do one breakfast buffet at "chin-chin" in our hotel. $25 but it kept us full for most of the day too. We drank a TON of water, after we found the "walgreens" that was two blocks down from our hotel.


The "flipper and flappers" as we nick-named them, were our biggest worry on the strip. We had been warned about how pushy they were. Well... they were a nuisance, but became a game for us too. They flip their fingers on advertising cards, that are handed out for adult activities and nightclub invites. We laughed at the number of people who collected the cards, and then jokingly started handing them out too. It was not a big deal, and turned into a great funny story.
Oh, this pic is Sean, in front of the "pepsi" sign on the side of our hotel. Across the street we would soon find "Coke" world. I am a coke collector, and coca-cola drinker. Sean loves Pepsi. It is a fun war in our house. Most places in Vegas sell coke, or if you find pepsi... it is $3 + for a small cup. He was in withdrawls. LOL
Between the lack of soda, drinking water, and the 3 + walking tours on the strip and through the hotels... we both felt healthier on our return flight. :)

Here I was taking a pic instead the mall of Cesears Palace. Sean just happened to turn into the corner of my shot, and I loved the pic. This sky turns colors as the scenery from daylight to evening changes. You can completely loos all track of time and day in almost any hotel in Vegas.

We spent most of our time shopping and people watching. We drank a margarita during most of our first day touring... with the bartender putting 3 shots + in it, after seeing our out-of-town ID. How sweet of him. It was the best drink I have had. We grabbed a beer hear and there too. We gambled about $40 total. Winning and loosing... up and down... on the slots and blackjack machines here and there. We got players cards at a couple hotels, but overall didn't go wild with the that scene.

I enjoyed the time that I got to spend with Sean. We joked, laughed, and simply spent time together. What a great vacation.

Oh, yeah... texting with the kids was a fun part too. We took pics here and there (like when I got free Shots at Coyote Ugly, and sean shared with the kids!) LOL I don't think we had left the first airport before Jarod texted "I miss you already". Ahhh!!!

I came home to find not too big of any huge issues. A burnt pot from hot dog water left to boil away on the stove (ugh!). Our pool was green, from lack of chemicals and additional hot weather. Oh and the kids watered the backyard plants, but forgot the front (tomatoes) lol. They survived though, black spots and all.

The weather in Vegas was 114 and dry. It felt so good!! Lightening started as we were waiting for our flight out in the airport. We never felt the muggy bit from that though. However our flight home was delayed for mecanical issues, but we made it back in time for Sean to work 4 hours later. He is still sleeping that off I think.

It was a memorable trip, and will soon be a scrapbooking event. Whether we return, who knows... worth it once yes, another time maybe. :)

Hugs ya'll

Oh Yeah Baby, It's time for Vegas Baby!!!

I got off work at 10pm. I have to be packed and ready for our flight tonight, so that I can work tomorrow... then cruise home, grab the bags (and Sean)... and head to the airport by 5pm ish. The kid-sitter / pet-sitter is scheduled, the pool is re-filled, and I won't sleep tonight. This is worse than Disneyland for me.

My life goals list has always been pretty simple.

1. marry and have kids - check
2. Go to Disneyland - check
3. Buy a camping trailer - check
4. live on a farm
5. Go to vegas (checkin' off!!!)
6. Take a train ride (not just the max)
7. Take an airplane ride - check
8. Live to meet my grandkids
9. Go to Hawaii
10. Travel the US in retirement
11. Skydive (no bungie jumpin for me though, funny huh?)

Wow... not bad... 4 out of 10 so far... and 5 in less than 26 hours. :)

What's your list look like? Do you have a top 10??

Can I say... SHOWER time! LOL

I just finished (well almost) cleaning out the pool. We let it go green over the last two weeks, since the weather wasn't in the 90's, and chlorine and pool chemicals cost alot. I also cleaned the oven today (ok, that simply meant turn the dial and lock it, then turn on the exhaust fan). I washed my car today too.
I have had the kids doing more household chores this past few weeks. Sean and I explained to them that we are away at work, WORKING. They are home, Existing. So... they can chip in a bit more, until school is back in session. Luckily they haven't been too much of an fuss with the idea. :)
Laundry though, is my current NIGHTMARE. UGH!! I need to hire that out. LOL

Well... that's my boring life right now.

My bil and his family (military) left again on Thursday. It was really good to see them, spend time with their kids, etc. I am headed to my moms tonight, for a candlelight party. My sister is hosting. I am really working on de-cluttering my house, so I hope to only buy a few candles. I really have enough candle holders and sconces. LOL

Anyhoo... Hugs to all.

This is MY country!

Let me make this perfectly clear! THIS IS MY COUNTRY!

And, because I make this statement

DOES NOT mean I'm against immigration!!

You are welcome here in my country...

Welcome to come through like everyone else has.

Get a sponsor!

Get a place to lay your head!

Get a job. Live by our rules.

Pay your taxes.

And learn our language like all other immigrants have in the past!!!

Happy 4th of July!

Fireworks... and the aftermath in the sky above. How neat!

Pat is home!

Pat is my brother-in-law. Most of you know that he was in Germany for the last 2 1/2 yrs, while he also did another tour in Iraq. He came home on Wednesday, with two of his kids. His oldest daughter and his wife stayed up in Washington, while she visits with her family too.
They will soon leave to go to Georgia, where they will be stationed while Pat becomes a drill instructor. Things are tough for a military family, and we hope that this change in danger level will bring some resolution and peace to his personnal life and to our worries since he has been in Iraq, etc.
I am excited to know that he has new medals, flags, etc. that I will be helping him get framed soon. I often frame military items for customers that come into the store... but doing these will be an extra pride sort of feeling. :)
I will have pics to share soon, and more stories to tell... for now though, I better get to sleep since I work tomorrow. UGH!!
Praying that we are SO slow that I can go home a little early tomorrow afternoon.

Hope everyone enjoys a happy & SAFE 4th!