Alphabet Photo Art Found

Not only did I find the wonderful flickr site of numerous letters and numbers (Leo Reynolds), but I stumbled upon the blog Full of Great Ideas which featured a how to. I am itching to get modge podging!

Art on the Cheap

I enjoyed this simple project so much. I think that's partly due to the low cost, high awesomeness factors. The idea came from All Things Thrifty. The canvas we already had as well as the light blue paint (from Bruce's table). I bought the dark blue craft paint and a paint brush for $4. I spray painted the canvas, then with the truck image for reference I drew it on the canvas. It took two coats of each. This brings us one step closer to completing the decorations for Bruce's room. I am very satisfied with the look of it.

Notice the collage of family photos? I ordered it for free through a Walgreen's promotion a few weeks ago. A few days after getting it I was reading this article about displaying family photos in your child's room and gave myself a pat on the back because I wanted those photos to be a reminder to Bruce of his value to our family and help him see that he is loved. Wahoo! Plus I am so in love with our family pictures that I want to display them in every room.

Alphabet Photo Art

I have a iron scroll easel sitting on my end table in the living room. It used to be here, but now feels empty and alone since an 8"x36" plaque doesn't fit well for the space. I love the look of alphabet photo art. Heard of it? Here's a quick snippet to describe it...

Alphabet photography is a new and very interesting way of seeing the world through pictures. Basically, an alphabet photograph is a picture of an ordinary item or bit of architecture that looks like a letter. Usually used to spell out words, phrases, or names, alphabet photography is a unique and special gift or décor for your home.

And what that means in picture form...


I found this idea and a great flickr collection with letters a few months ago, but lost the bookmark. Does anyone know of the awesome collection I am referring to? If not, no worries. It may be more fun to photograph my own letters.

Now, on to my idea. I'm going to make a 12x12 plaque that says...

my last name
E S T .
2004

It will be all nice and lined up and be perfect. What do you think?

This Is Photobomb

Wait a second. This is Prom! Yeah, that's right. Kirk and I had a great time dancing and hanging out with our pals.

(this one needs a great caption...any ideas?)

Those guys can dance!

Family Farm Trip

I love little outings like today's to the pumpkin patch. It's gets us out of the house and is a fun adventure for the boys. Bruce had fun crawling through the tunnels and running around in the maze though I think he most enjoyed playing in their sandbox. Go figure!

Not sure what to say about this picture...

We brought home one small pumpkin, one gallon of apple cider, and some fresh produce. I was hesitant to purchase the pumpkins we'd like to carve because I didn't want them to rot by Halloween. Does anyone know how long pumpkins last?

A Whirlwind

My biggest worry about our trip was how the boys would handle the extended car time and topsy turvy schedules, but they did fantastic. They were so well taken care of by family and friends that we had time to breath and relax.

Stop #1 Wedding in Jerseyville
It was great seeing my extended family. Aunt Cathy, I'm so sorry we forgot Barney!


Congrats to Nathan and Katie!

Stop #2 Visiting My Parents and Brothers
Who am I?? I didn't take any pictures!

Stop #3 Hanging with the Reids



Stop #4 Visiting the Rowleys
We got to see Baby Sophie!
Getting family pictures taken
Checking out house. Still for sale. Increase in showings. Offer coming soon?
Once again, I forgot to take pictures. Grrrrr

Stop #5 Chilling at the Severinsens

We took the scenic routes while at the St. Louis Zoo

Stop #6 Meeting a gaming buddy and his family

When Centipedes Attack!

In apartments there is usually some type of pest issue. This time it's the old house centipede. We're not infested, but I freak out after seeing one. Doesn't it just give you the heeby jeebies just looking at it?

Love Him Lots

Another day out, specifically attending playgroup that I am in charge of, was ruined due to having the car that didn't have the carseat. Kirk has been traveling for work and we don't know if the other vehicle can take the extra wear so he takes the car that I usually drive. A few emails like this are very welcome.

Lunch was DELICIOUS! Thank you so much for making that last night. Even the little candies and the PB with the animal crackers had Ninny written all over them. As if I didn't think about you enough during the day. Thanks love!

followed by this...

Reinforcements are heading your way at 17:00. Force consists of (1) personnel carrier, (1) two-man "Shock Troop Relay On Linear-Localized Rollers" (a.k.a. double STROLLR), and a certified field commander to provide backup/relief. Upon arrival, they will be under your command. Adjust your strategy accordingly to provide enemy distraction until approximately 19:30, whereon the fatigued enemy is expected to begin falling back to quarters.

ETA 17:20. Hold the fort until that time. I repeat - HOLD THE LINE.

- General Wing

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My Birthday

Just thought you'd like to know there was no pumpkin to be found, but the cherry cheesecake was a nice substitute.