Life Lately

Life lately has been hectic.

It snows here daily.

Valentine's Day was very special. David had hydrangeas delivered to the front door. Very romantic. : )

I'm keeping the fort down- cook, clean, fold laundry, read stories, repeat.

It snows and snows. Harbor has taken to photography as a result.

Wonder where he gets that from? : )

We've played and crafted many days away.

We've opened many, many care packages from our family.

We love and miss them so much.

Life has been happening all around us.

We have also been dealing with a few personal issues.

Nothing to worry you, nothing negative.

Just a few issues, nonetheless.

We would definitely covet your prayers for our lives right now.

I hope to be back to blogging again soon! : )

Our Valentine's Day Cards

I used Picasa to create our Valentine's Day picture this year. It is a free program that allowed me to add Harbor's little mustache, create a collage, and add words and graphics.

It is really easy software- trust me! If I can do it, anybody can figure it out. : )

I bought textured card stock in two colors: black and poppy. I also grabbed a package of red rhinestones.

After I got everything cut down to size with my paper cutter, I created a postcard like Valentine- flat

{we will hand write a little message on the backside}

I made 30 this year.

The ribbon added a little dimension and the rhinestone was glued to the middle of the heart.

So, if I know you in real life, look for these to be in your mailbox soon!

If I don't know you in real life, just pretend you got one anyway, okay?  : )

Happy Valentine's Day in just a few weeks!

Valentine's Day Shelves

We've had our Valentine's Day shelves up for almost a month already and have enjoyed the bright cheerfulness they bring to the house. Pinks, reds, and crisp whites have been a fun change to the green and ivy from Christmas! : )

This is my photography assistant.

His job is to ensure every photograph has the perfect balance of natural and artificial light.

He works hard and actually requires little very pay!

I feel really lucky to have his knowledge during my photo shoots!

And here is our Valentine's Day flag, braving the snowstorms of January. Poor little naked baby. Brrr!

I wasn't sure how the shelves would work out, but it sure beats redecorating my mantle every single holiday!

Oh, I can't wait to show you the cute Valentine Cards we've made! : )