i've Created...

...a legacy...

...with a wry sense of humor

an eye for color and texture...

...creative designer detailing
and a heart of gold

picture perfect and purple...

...just a glimpse of my oldest...brought out the tears...

...my wonderful guys have arranged such surprise...

today is the day...

...a plate full of cheesecake, whip cream...

...strawberries and edible confetti

makes welcoming fifty...

...so much easier

the countdown Gift that has been giving all year...

...one of the greatest gifts...
of the year, of the decade, of my life time...

...just because...

it is a beautiful story

Mr. and Mrs. Nielson

such love... such inspiration...such faith

you have changed me...forever

thank you for sharing.

like mother, like daughter nears the top of the countdown to 50

...many mothers take

handing down this tradition

for granted...

...i've learned to cherish each moment

patiently waiting, never knowing for sure

if my only daughter

born with Down syndrome

would be capable or have the interest

...imagine my recent thrill

getting back to my roots...as 50 nears

...by referencing my original curls...

...Redken #60r

Orange/Red should be a

perfect match

counting down with a box of creativity

The UPS man arrives on day 4 with a delivery from Stampin'Up!...stars and ribbons, stamp sets Party Hearty and Everything Nice...

...2010 colors Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay

Rich Razzleberry, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry

and Dusty Durango

#1 Novels continue the Countdown...

...described as "an absolutely beautiful, deeply moving portrait of female friendship. You'll laugh and cry along with these characters, and if you're like me, you'll wish you knew how to knit."

-Kristin Hannah

"as comforting, enveloping,

and warm as a well-crafted afghan."
-Publishers Weekly

counting down with Minnie...

...and Mickey at Disney on Ice...

...it's a tradition that my daughter

takes me to the show for my

birthday each year.

the Countdown continues with a Noodlegram...

...from my favorite restaurant in Columbus.

...i can just taste the

whole grain tuscan linguine

with parmesan crusted chicken, yum

the birthday continues...

day 8...a dozen new designs from the Moda Bakeshop...

...calorie free sweet treats!!!

how will I ever pick a favorite?

The 10 Day Countdown to the Big 5-0...

day 9...wishes from the scarlet and gray

...sweet home alma mater

The 10 Day Countdown to the Big 5-0 Begins...

...with Cookies by Design!!!

I love, love, love the beautiful butterflies. Thank you Lori:)

New Projects for a New Year

Until Next Year...

Merry Christmas Wishes

From our family to yours!