Pictures of my niece

Here are some additional pictures of McKenna due to the large volume of requests from family members for more.

Mckenna and her Dad

Great Grandma Blake holding her

She is So cute

The only age at which one should be allowed to take a close up pic of you if you ask me


Smiling once again what a happy baby

Europe 2009

I'm planning on going on a tour to Europe this summer. It is an Educational Tour offered through EF tours. EF is accredited, so students can earn high school credit by traveling with them. Some benefits of educational traveling are newfound confidence, life skills, higher grades, stronger college applications, and enhanced career prospects. This trip allows students to visit 7 different countries Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France, and England. This trip also allows students to see the world at an affordable price. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

PS: If you would like additional information about EF tours you can visit their website at www.eftours.com

My Niece

Yesterday I got to see my niece McKenna Lynn for the first time. She is already six months old, but as cute as a button. She was a little apprehensive about things at first but she quickly warmed up to the situation. She is a rather happy baby. She loves to play with other babies her age. Elias had one of his friends bring over her baby boy who is 5 ½ months old. McKenna went crazy when he came over, she was so excited. Elias called her a little flirt. She also loves to suck on her little fingers. We only got to see her for 3 hours; however we will get to see her again tomorrow. Below are a few pictures of her from the other day.


Elias holding his daughter McKenna

Elias and Mckenna sleeping, she sleeps just like him

playing with her toy

chilling

laughing

Mi Segunda Familia

I got to visit my friend, Winton, a few weeks ago. I hadn't seen her in almost a year; also her birthday was that weekend so it worked out great. I even got to meet her family for the first time. She has three brothers Corwin, Winfield, and Wintley. As well as a sister named Bronwin. They even currently have a foreign exchange student living with them from the Czech Republic, Andy. Her family was a blast to hang out with they are all so close. She also has three dogs two of which are Boston Terriers, Toby and Titus. Toby loves to lick your hands while Titus likes to lick feet. Then her third dog is a Neapolitan Mastiff. Ironically his name is Tiny. She also has a lizard named Tweak. She also has 4 turtles which I never got to see. Not sure how in the world that one happened. Her family even taught me a new card game while I was there called “Mess up Your Neighbor”, also known as “Screw Your Neighbor” according to Bronwin lol. Her family even has there own band that is AMAZING. You would be in awe watching them play. Especially Wintley on the drums that kid is crazy. I could probably go on and on but I will avoid boring you any further than that. =D

Winton and I attempting to take a picture together

Winton thinking or doing school

Erin chilling in Winton's bed one morning

Winton playing with the camera. =)

Homemade Give away...

The first 5 people to respond to this post will get something homemade by me! Like any good giveaway, there are restrictions and limitations, as follows:

1. I make no guarantees that you will like what I make. I get to choose, you just get to receive!
2. What I create will be made just for you......one of a kind!
3. It will be done this year.....hopefully sooner, rather than later. (Please don't expect anything until after April 15th :)
4. The gift may or may not be edible, wearable or recyclable!
5. In order to be a winner, you must re-post this on your blog. The first 5 people to do so and leave a comment telling me you did will receive one FABULOUS homemade gift by me! After I choose the winners, you can send me your mailing address!

Oh, and be sure to post a picture of what you win when you receive it!