When we were in Italy about 5 years ago the only thing on television that was in English was the Tour de France. I became fascinated in the sport and am now quite obsessive about it. I am not a cyclist, just an occasional rider, but I absolutely love to follow the sport of cycling. It goes without saying that I think Lance Armstrong is amazing. I have been following his career of course, but along with him I love following riders like Levi Leipheimer, George HIncapie, the Schleck brothers, Mark Cavendish, and tons of others. When Lance announced that he would be racing in the Tour this year I was determined to be among the millions of fans and spectators. I know everyone has their "dream trips" of somewhere or something they would like to do or see before they die so I guess you could say that this is MINE. The Tour goes to the alps on Tuesday, so tune in...it is gruelling!!

Gregg and me at the start gate. Opening day in Monaco.

Prince of Monaco

Lance starting off...

Lance looking right at me...not!

Johan Bruyneel

Me being interviewed by French TV

Mark Cavendish

George Hincapie

Levi Leipheimer

I am so very grateful today for the blessing of a new baby in our family. Easton has truly blessed our lives. This past week has been a whirlwind of diapers, hugs and kisses, pacing, rocking, and so much delight. So many of you have reached out with your congratulations...thank you all. Now I am off to get more snuggling in.

Here is my new precious grandson. I can't wait to spoil the crap out of him...isn't he delicious!

I truly have the best friends...Celeste is an amazing person and so very talented. My heart is full and I wanted to thank her for the blessing of being her friend. She graciously posted on her blog about the cupcake I made her for her birthday...it was so fun to create and if you didn't know it, she is the "Queen of Cupcakes". If you stop by her blog, you will always be inspired and delighted...she also has a darling freebie Quick Page, so check it out! Heart you Celeste!

(Celeste took the above photos...see, she is amazing at photography too!)

"Ephemera" has old buttons, tiny pearls, vintage trim, and soft backgrounds. Let me know what you think?

This is my baby Madison. She is going to have my first grandbaby in May!! We are all so very excited. So far, the ultrasound is telling us that it is a ??? Go ahead and guess. If you guess right, I will enter your name in a drawing for some of my cute "oh my dog" fabrics!
PS...this is what my grand/___ looks like at 19 weeks.

Gregg spent about an hour helping David Archuleta with his Fire Safety merit badge today. David is trying to get things in order for his Eagle Scout award. Good luck David!

This is "Hinckley". He is about 5 months old, a sheltie, and we adopted him a couple of weeks ago. He is definitely a puppy and that takes it toll on everything...shoes, clothes, furniture, carpet (everywhere). But we love his little face and he is about the sweetest little dog I have ever met. He won't get much bigger and loves attention. If you are thinking about getting a pet, Lost Paws is a great way to do it. Hinckley was up for the shelter next, so it will be great to have him alive and playing with us for the next ??? years. Just look at that little face!

This is my first attempt at paper clay. I loved working with it and really think it turned out sooo cute. Our "poker night" gang all got together Thursday night and we made owls and crows for Halloween. Now I just want to play and play and play with my clay!!

Have you seen the lovely Martha glitters...oh my! I just used a glue pen and drew directly onto the gourd then sprinkled the glitter on. I hope you make some to plop around the house for some easy decorating glam.