Butter wouldn'tmelt...

OR WOULD IT, hehe.

Aren't they cute. Here are my treasures Harrison (Harry) and Emmerson (Emmy) at a recent photo snap.It looks so beautiful all framed in our lounge. Today they have been playing with play dough, and painting. Mostly they play very well together. Whether it is in the sand pit, cubby house, on the tramp or reading stories they are good mates. There is just the occasional whack, of course.

have an awesome weekend

Hey there. Just wanted to pop in and say have a great weekend. We have a kiddies party on Sunday, hence the card post. Not my best work ever, I was in a hurry, but it is still cute. Hoping this cool dino set will be in our next catalogue, which comes out 1st April. Stay tuned for the Stampin' Up! retired list to be posted early next week.

Tomorrow will be a quiet day. I am heading to the library to chase a book by Charlaine Harris. The first one is called ‘Dead until Dark’. Also a vampire series, it is eerily similar (but more adult)to Twilight. But released in 2001, 3 years earlier. The series True Blood on Foxtel at the moment is based on it, and I am really loving it. I then have a night duty Saturday night, so my budget is coming along.

Ok I am off to the movies with Katrina (hey Kat) to see He's just not that into you. Looking ofrward to a laugh, and maybe some popcorn, yummo!!

2 months in..

Ican't believe that the first 2 months of the year are nearly over. Oh well, just a step closer to turning 40. Hehe. I am busy doing a few extra night dutys, and getting a balance of life. I am really enjoying putting things into perspective. So much can wait til tomorrow. We had a fun trip to Mordialloc beach on Sunday, where we had lunch at a cafe and then the kids had a play. I am working 3 days at work this week, and then plan to see he's just not that into you on Friday. Can't wait for a girly laugh. Oh god i have a scrap retreat in just over a week too, how awesome. Woo Hoo.

Here are my babies, so beautiful and sweet and precious. and a card, which is a reject from a set of 10 quick cards i did for a mag submission.

Enjoy the rest of the week my dears.

XXXXX

Method in my madness

Yep that's right, some hot new products..

head over here http://www.karensenjo.blogspot.com/ for more information

Environmentally friendly products to compliment the power of fibre based cleaning, sold exclusively through me

email me for more info - karensenjo@iprimus.com.au

The kidlettes

I thought it might be nice for a quick update on my precious little munchkins. For any newbies (Welcome), these are my 2 children Harry who is nearly 5, and Emmerson (Emmy) who is 2 and 1/2. They had Crazy Hair day today to raise money for the bushfire appeal. Harry had bright blue glitter and then sparkles on the top. i tried to spike it up, but his hair is so thick and heavy it just won't. Emmy had a piggy tail with the sparkles, but came home with about 5 coloured piggy tails, hehe. It looked so cute.

They both go to childcare (which also has a kinder program), which Harry is doing. He will go to school next year. I wanted him to be a bit more mature, and the oldest in his class, instead of the baby. They are in school fo soo long, i didn't think being at home that bit longer would hurt, and most 'experts' suggest holding them back. And my favourite expert, my sister Kimba (who teaches prep, and has for years) say most of the littlies (kids who aren't yet 5) struggle.

They also normally do swimming and another activity, such as gymbaroo or Harry was doing Fizzed (a big kids Gymbaroo, sort of) but we missed out on swimming enrollment for a time that suits, so Mark takes them every couple of weeks for a splash, Fizzed was cancelled, and so with my goal for the year of balance, i have left extra activities for this term, so I can re group. We might go to the local community centre tomorrow though, as they have a play gym thing I thought we could check out. They are both very active, so these things are ideal.

Ok gotta find batman themed things for Harry's upcoming party.
Cheers

What I am up to today..

Morning. Well it isn't really, but I worked night duty last night. Which was great because as I mentioned I have lots to fund this year. But I was on my own (which means bonus dollars), but even with only 5 patients was quite busy. I actually only sat down to write notes or fill in charts. There was no time to finish off Harry's party invites (how rude) or jump on the internet. Which was lucky because they have banned it, outrageous. I know some people abuse the internet at work, but for the rest of us that use it to check email or facebook here or there I think it is harmless. I know my regular job have the likes of my space and ebay banned, which is fair enough, butI couldn't even Google a patient's condtition which was frustrating. I got home and jumped into bed, whilst Mark took the kids out for a few hours.
Yesterday morning I went outside to the smell of smoke and a smokey haze over the world. The aftermath of the weeks earlier destruction had reached us, (with the change in wind, ongoing fires and back burning). It was just a terrible reminder of Victoria's own Ground Zero. It really makes one grateful for what we have, I don't want to take anything for granted.

I have a layout for you, because it makes my posts look a bit brighter and I like to share this part of my life. This is one I did at the retreat back in November, (oh and the next one is at the end of march, so close, excitement building).. these pics show how the computer takes over, they are of msn and my blog, which are just a ripple in the tsunami of my internet world. This layout is also maybe the reason (other than the several cock sucking cowboys) why I got, was it 23 layouts done, and perhaps not 25, because I stamped and then hand cut the bloody title. I do like it though, so worth the effort. Many of you may know I like to keep things quick and simple, hence cutting out things, or painting stuff is too time consuming and therefore avoided at all costs. So when I do it I am actually proud of the result.

I also have another little pic of my latest love. My new Fossil watch. I used to have a Fossil watch that I adored, and I lost it. I was very sad about this, so when I stumbled across the Fossil store at Southland I was excited (and scared, hehe). I woke to a little note from hubby for Valentines day saying ' Happy Valentines Day my love xx (and he was going for a ride to Portsea) so I knew I should take it upon myself to get a little treat, now I have been eyeing this watch off for months now, and have been restrained, but knowing I was doing extra work I thought I deserved it. I am a shocker like that. I have also put a picture of my bag for your viewing pleasure too (or nearly, this is the maddox hobo, and I have the amanda hobo) Almost identical, except where this one has buckles at the front near the zipper, mine has studs. Beautiful soft Italian leather and i got it for a steal. amazingly it fits all I need, my purse, phone, a little pack with lip balm, tissues and nail file, baby wipes and a nappy. All I need now are the Fossil sunnies I am eyeing off, and I will be sorted.

Oh I have honed in on a 40th function venue, very happy about that, and excited. Love it, it is perfect. Save the 17th of October my dear friends and family.

Enjoy the last few hours of your weekend. I am currently watching No Country for Old men on Foxtel. I am looking forward to Dance tonight, and a fun catch up with old work friends (and their kiddies) at a Play Centre tomorrow. I have every intention of making home made biscuits for us. Best get onto to that. Bye for now, and
much love xxx

SU Bushfire appeal

In light of the recent devastation of the bushfires I am pleased to announce that Stampin' Up! will be donating 50% of sales of selected stamp sets to the bushfire victims. I have attached details of the promotion below. Not only will you being supporting the bushfire appeal but it may add to your sales for a sale a Bration set.. I will also be donating all of my commission from the sales of these sets to the appeal as my contribution.

For those who have been personally affected in any way, please know my thoughts are with you.

Bushfire Appeal Details:
To help those victims of the bushfires that have ravaged Victoria, join with us in supporting the Bushfire Appeal.From 12 February through 31 March 2009, Stampin' Up! will donate 50 percent of the retail value of all sales from a select group of 10 stamp sets to the Australian Red Cross Victorian Bushfires 2009 Appeal. Here is a list of the Bushfire Appeal sets:

SET CODE PAGE NUMBER RETAIL PRICE (AUD)
Priceless 112312 105 48.95
Seeing Spots 108909 89 29.95
Baroque Motifs 112380 98 39.95
Live Your Dream 114261 3(Summer Mini Catalogue) 55.95
Looks Like Spring* 108864 76 58.95
The Snowflake Spot* 108934 27 39.95
Bodacious Boquet* 108756 80 58.95
Polka Dots & Paisley* 110247 46 35.95
G'day Mate* 111973 115 35.95
Be Happy* 108744 1 39.95

*These sets will appear on the upcoming list of retiring products, so they will only be available for the Bushfire Appeal--while supplies last.

Saleabration benefits are still available on these sets, so orders of $100 or more prior to Feb 28th will also get a free Sale A Bration set.
During the donation period, we will periodically update you with the amount of money we are collecting from the sales of these sets.

Call me for further details - 0408 731 643

Thanks you for your support

Much love and thoughts

.........to all the people affected by the bushfires in whatever way. It is such a horrible thing, the devestation and heartbreak is beyond belief. But the Australian support from everyone from the Firemen, to the volunteers , and everyone in between, to the overwhelming genorosity of all Australians with all of their donations big or small, financial or otherwise is outstanding.

In happier news, our night away in Geelong was great, other than the extreme temp, we enjoyed a lovely morning at a play centre with my dear friend Jen (Hi Jen), and I also managed to get to the Kaisercraft outlet, and get some yummy papers. I was good though I only spent $20. The weather on the Sunday was perfect for a Half Ironman, and Mark did it in just under 5 hours (4.53), which was 40 minutes (or so) better than last year. Now he is prepping for a full ironman in April in Port Macquarie.

TV viewing has really enhanced recently. Dance is ready to rumble, I think I like Ben, Danny, Talia, and the blonde. I am not good with names this early on. Underbelly is good, not as many hot guys though, LOL. And Desperate Housewives is interesting and Brothers and Sisters is good too. I love Dexter and I forgot to watch Greys Anatomy.

I went to the movies and dinner with Jess last night. We saw Changeling, it was very good. Angelina (the husband stealer, LOL) was great.

I am also happy to report I have lost 2.6 kgs. It is coming off slowly, hey I still need to enjoy life, I love food. and when hubby suggests we go for mexican what's a girl to do.

Ok here is a layout I did in December, I forgot to share. It was a pic in one of those plastic frames from Thailand, and was looking a bit shabby, so I rescued it. The papers are Stampin' Up!

The weekend is nearly here, woo hoo. I have put my name down to do an agency shift. Need to roll in the big bucks. I have 2 scrap retreats planned for this year, plus the Stampin' Up! regionals in Canberra, AND the biggest news is I have decided to have a 40th, OMG I know, it can't be true. I know I don't look more than 30, but alas come October my life begins. So save the date (for those deserved, LMAO) for October 17th.



Nite

SwAp

Here is a card I made for a swap amongst our little (but growing) Stampin' Up! team. We decided to do a swap using a stamp set from the sale A bration catalogue. So this is a set you can earn for free just for spending $100. I like this card as I think it could be for wedding, engagement, birthday or hey even Valentines day (ah good idea). A very versatile set. It was nice to get my stamps out, because the last few times I have made cards I didn't use Stampin' Up! I was reminded how with a couple of bits of card stock, some ink and ribbon how easy it is to produce something lovely.

Details -
Stamps - Polka Dot Punches (Sale A Bration set) and greeting is from For a Friend (Level 1 Hostesss set).
Card - Basic Grey, Perfect Plum, Pretty in Pink
Ink - Basic Grey, Perfect Plum, Pretty in Pink, Versamark
Other - Silver Emboss Powder, Emboss buddy, Heat Gun, Pretty in Pink Grosgrain Ribbon, 1/2 " Circle punch

I hope they like it.

Here's to a good Feb

I had the pleasure of going to a 40th last weekend and had a really good time. I don't often have the chance to get dressed up, with hair and make up done. Basically I am too lazy to do it on a day to day basis, so attending functions are a treat. Now I am not being self indulgent by putting a picture, but more so for you the readers to keep up with who the hell is writing all this babble. And of course for my dear friends and family who don't get to see me as often as they would like, here I am.

I am also inspired now to have my own 40th. Lets just see hey!

I also enjoyed some scrappin last night, although only got 2 layouts done, not my usual form. Both need some work, so stay tuned. Thanks for a nice catch up girls. I was a greedy girl and also went to a movie today. A freebie to see Bride Wars, with my purchase of my multi vitamins. Bonus.

Here are 2 cards i did today whilst catching up on my long awaited Summer TV viewing. Bring it all on I say...

Have a wonderful February, gee month 2 already. Better think about christmas presents...kidding.

Both cards are actually made using Stampin' Up! paper, ribbon, ink and card. All except for the hip hip hooray, on the girly card which is a Kaiser, and the aptterned paper on the star card, which I think is Basic Grey. Bad scrapper I know I am hopeless with recording products.

Ok nightie..