Bobby Johnson...Golf And A Lot Of Sunshine!

Our grandson, Bobby Johnson from Greeley, CO., has been visiting us here in theValley and playing golf while soaking up plenty of sun.  His grandpa Neil joined him today for a round of golf at Sundance.



credits:  photo frames by Kimla Designs / Funky Frames 5



Beautiful Cactus Flower

My SIL gave me this fantastic cactus pup and it bloomed before I even had a chance to plant the cactus.  I believe it's an Argentine Giant with pink/red blooms instead of the white bloom variety that I have.

Another Win For Kara!

credits:  "Beautiful Day" kit and bragbook freebie by Lorie M Designs

credits:  "Beautiful Day" kit by Lorie M Designs

A Good Way to Spend Mother's Day!

DH and I went to the Buckeye Equestrian Center on Mother's Day to watch our grandneice, Kara, participate in the season's final day of the Arizona Saddle Club Gymkhana events.  There were many different events Kara competed in and most all were nail biters.  However, she managed to pull out a first place high point trophy in her division.  The club also managed to surprise all the mothers with a wonderful tribute in the center of the arena by having the kids present each of them with flowers and many hugs.



credits:  Above two layouts use the scrapkit "Timeless" a collab by the ScrapMatters Design Team



Credits:  Above two frames and wordart by Glam Fairy Designs.

Beautiful Blooms!

Here is the Martha Washington Geranium my sister-in-law, Phyllis, gave me last fall.  A real show stopper! The blooms on it were incredible and they lasted a very long time.

credits:  frame by Kimla Designs

 Phyllis planted a wonderful Argentine Giant cactus that has huge, reddish flowers when in bloom instead of the more common white flowers.   They're night bloomers and the flowers don't stay open very long--perhaps 1 to 2 days, but they are a sight to see when they are in bloom.   I rushed to her house to take some photos and by the time I got there, the blooms were already starting to fade a bit.   They were still absolutely gorgeous nonetheless.

credits:  frame by Kima Designs.

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Easter, Everyone!

Wishing you all an Easter filled
With favorite traditions
And happy new memories,
But most of all, an Easter
That renews your faith,
Uplifts your spirit,
And fills your heart with joy.

May you meet every challenge you are faced with,
Recognize every golden opportunity,
And be blessed with the knowledge
That you have the ability to make every day special.
May you have enough material wealth to meet your needs,
While never forgetting that the real treasures of life
Are the loved ones and friends.

Wishing you a glorious Easter!

credits:  Vintage Easter QP freebie by Indigo Designs
Cross freebie from Studio Flergs



Kara's Winning Barrel Racing Form!

Kara continues to do well in her horse riding competitions.  The following is from a barrel racing competion she entered at the Buckeye Equestrian Center on April 3, 2011:



Credits:   Paperstack freebie by Jenn's Creations using "On The Frontier" kit by Kellybell Designs.
Craft Alpha by Aziko Designs.



Credits: "6k74" kit by Flergs at Scrapbookgraphics.

Credits:  "6k74" kit by Flergs at Scrapbookgraphics.

Sundance Fun Raiser Golf Tournament - Jan. 15

The charity golf tournament organized by both the Sundance Men's and Ladies Leagues to benefit many worthwhile local charities under the Community Action Program (CAP) in Buckeye is now over and we can breathe a great big sigh of relief--it was a hugh success.  It took the efforts of many wonderful volunteers for the event to come together but in the end, it was SO worth it. Here are a few highlights from the event.