Granny's Brownies

Just about every day mom fixes some type of food. She loves to give food to us. I believe she thinks I don't feed my kids. Now I don't cook but there is always cereal, cookies, chips and microwavable food. We were fixing to go to a ball game Syd sat down and opened the aluminium foil on this plate and discovered granny's brownies. She was one happy camper.

Getting My Classroom Ready

Always A Mess

I just want to share with all my blog readers. MY HOUSE IS ALWAYS A MESS. I get up early and clean my house up and then everyone wakes up and then it is a mess again. I really don't mind but, however Jon does. He told me the other day which I thought was crazy that our house was more nasty than his bachelor pad with Kevin. This is the bottom of the steps this is my clothes that need to be put up. Crafty supplies that need to be taken up stairs to my work shop.

Bottle Caps

I have been working for days on all these bottle caps. Sandy came in for a visit and brought me a new product to use on the bottle caps. If you look close you may see the bottle cap for your order.

On Tuesday Syd and I decided to schedule a play date with Balen and Chloe. I couldn't wait to share the fun day with all my blog friends. I also know that Sheila and Brandie will want to see what we did all day. Remember a picture is worth so much. As you look at these photos she the enjoyment in a child's eye. This is the way we all should be. Jesus gives us each day. Make the best out of each day of your life. Sheila and Brandie it is your time for a play date with these three. Mom called me through out the play date and said "Teresa you must have lots of energy." I said "mom the kids happiness is my energy" Look on your will enjoy our play date journey.

1. Sheila brought Balen up to the house with a picnic bag packed.

2. We went to the bread store for bread to feed ducks at the lake. Brandie meet me

there with Chloe.

3. We went to RW Combs to visit. Here they are coming down the hallways. This is when I thought picture perfect moment. This happened all through out the day.

4. Close up, can't wait for these three to be in school together

5. Visiting preschool, Syd gets to finally go to school this year

6. Balen visiting preschool

7. Chloe visiting preschool. Cleaned up our mess and headed out of preschool

8. Headed down primary hallway Mrs. Rita had a bag of fun stuff. She told them to get what they wanted. Had to take all three to bath room.

9. Next down hallway to my classroom

10. They raid the fridge and get Mountain Dews

11. Went to visit Davida's classroom took a break to drink the dew. Davida gave them bubbles

12. On to gym no photo sorry they rolled on the floor

13. On to preschool playground

14. Deno's dairy bar for ice cream with sprinkles

15. To Carrs Fork Lake

16. Picture time Balen

17. All three we had to make Syd get in this picture

18. Chloe's time for a photo

Please Pray Right Now

A co-worker and special friend Josh Baker's baby is being sent to Lexington today. I don't know all the details. Please pray for this family. I will update this blog message when I find out more info. God Bless, Teresa

Update Baby Cooper had surgery and is doing well. Still haven't talked to Josh got a facebook update from Baby Coopers Granny Ann Williams. Keep praying for Baby Cooper

Bible School

Look at my co-worker Zack. He is my biggest helper in my business
Last night of bible school Syd on the inflatables jumping

Syd and Chloe look at Chloe jumping her feet are in the air. I love the smiles

Syd and Chloe eating

Tanner and Zack playing basketball

Mommy just happy as can be

Tanner and me posing for Cordis

This was Zack, Derek and Devin's class. Look they are in the back

Syd, Chloe and Balen's class

Pay close attention to this photo. I caught Syd and Chloe not paying attention.

They are laying back on the carpet not listening.

These are some more bible school photos I found on the computer that I hadn't posted

Berea Craft Festival

How adorable these two look. We took them in their pajamas.

This was at Food City in Hazard getting gasoline.
Mom and Syd everyone loved this pillowcase dress. We had one lady come
and ask us for our business website.

This booth was my favorite set up with grid walls. I bought 15 of these I hope it is enough.

Tattoos made from wooden stamps. Balens little leg

Both Syd and Balen's tattoos

Balen showing his tattoos

Look at my Syd

This was the booth that did free tattoos. He was demonstrating on Balen's leg.

I wanted to go and visit the Berea Craft Festival to check out set up of booths. Sheila, Balen, Syd and Mom all went with me for the visit. The craft sale was 2 hours away. On the way we left early so we would get there by 10:00, however we arrived several hours later then 10:00. We went to yard sales all the way there. We stopped in Hazard, London and then went to several in Berea. We had the best time just looking for bargains. We also ate at two Wendy's, and a Fazolis. We went to a Clarie's Boutique at the Richmond Mall, Hobby Lobby, T.J. Max, and Peddlers Mall. Oh I have to tell you something, by the time we got back home Sheila was ready to jump out of the car and walk. It was to funny. I just laughed. I believe mom and I shopped to much for her. She did find a great yard sale with Abercrombie clothes for Devin. I am thinking of calling Sheila and Mom for another yard sale shopping trip tomorrow.

The Andrews Crew

This is a memory that will last forever. Look at the feet one is waiting for shoes. The reason for my name of my business Keepsake In Memories clothing and accessories like these you will remember forever. How precious!!!!
Love this wouldn't this make a great project for my classroom. Parents would be so surprised.

When I visited Tennessee for the Fourth of July I met someone who was just like me so strange. Her name is Rita Andrews, I special lady who has a set of twins in the army and has adopted four precious girls. These photos I copied from her blog. http://andrewscrew.blogspot.com/ Rita also makes and sells children's clothes and accessories. Of course we had the best time sharing ideas. Click on her blog and bookmark in your favorites she has some great ideas.

Kaleigh's Visit to our House

Kaleigh came to visit our house. Syd was so excited. Kaleigh loves to play as you can tell. She loves crawling and looking for new toys. She also loves to make funny face. We enjoyed her visit.

Mom and Me Aprons

Mom brought the aprons over before I was out of my pajamas. I didn't care couldn't wait for Syd and I to put them on so we can match. Black Gold look out we will be

the two best salesladies at the festival. Come visit us at our booth
Close up of Syd's apron

I have been looking for aprons to wear for my craft show. The truth is I love them. On the Internet I am always seeing the cutest aprons. Mom and I went to Hobby Lobby in Richmond Kentucky when we went to buy a grid wall system. We bought these aprons in the clearance garden section. They were like $4.00 each. They came with hats and gloves. On the front of the aprons also had flowers. We covered with hot pink/white dot ribbon and zebra hearts. When you are out shopping at yard sales or junk stores think outside the box what can I do with something. When I arrive at these type of sales my head is turning thinking what

I can do with what. It is fun to be creative. Thanks mom for everything

Syd so Precious

Okay what about this face? I need to get this one framed
She now decides to smile I probably threatened her

Syd is playing with her lego Dora toy

Close up of outfit

First shot and she did not want to take her photo

Love, this outfit. It is precious. The outfit is made from a simple set from Walmart the skirt bright orange and a white t-shirt. Mom made a ruffle for the skirt and two flowers from fabric one for shirt and one for skirt. Next she made a headband to make the fabric and I attached a huge orange/lime green flower. This set is adorable. If you would like a set like this one. It would be $25.00. Email me teresamiller3@windstream.net

Flowers are my Favorite $3.00 each

Headbands with Hair bow Attached $5.00 each

Black headband in Syd's hair $5.00
Another one

These are some colors I have available. I have all solids and dots.

This is a new design. The headband is covered in fabric and it slides on the band so it can be taken off to wash or change. You buy one band and different wraps. I love any thing interchangeable. I sell these for $5.00 each additional cover $4.00

These are for older girls 3 years and older. Each headband is wrapped in ribbon and has a large hair bow attached. I can make these in solid or polka a dot. Look at school clothes and see what colors of hair bows and headbands you are missing. Email me teresamiller3@windstream.net to order. Small bows $3.00; Medium $4.00 Large $5.00 I have also made all caps for school names. They are all zebra prints with school name in center.

Summer Fun

Syd and Chloe having fun at Sportsplex in Knott County
Syd decided to let me take a photo of her since Chloe made a face

Chloe knew I wanted to take her photo so she covered her eyes. How funny!!!

In the game room they pretend play. I told Syd I would give her money when

she was in the first grade.

Syd's favorite place pretend driving love the smiles on their faces.

Syd and Balen outside of Big Lots/Family Dollar.

One of the sweetest girls Whitney Back she is an angel. She loves playing with all kids at ballgames. She watches the girls so we can watch the ballgame.

Click on the Link to go to MySpace

I attended a workshop today at Perry Central. I am excited to learn how to add a clickable link when I want to share blogs I enjoy looking at. This morning I found a new blog that was great.
http://joyshope.com/ I love her flowers made from fabric. This is something I want to begin making to match the clothing that mom makes for the boutique. You will be able to use them as a hair clip or to attach to clothing, purses, etc. I will also be sending out a email newsletter soon and information concerning a Back to School open house.
http://myspace.com/keepsakeinmemories
Teresa

Summer Sale

These are just a few of the clothing that is on sale. Check out the rest at www.myspace.com/keepsakeinmemories

Vacation Bible School

Syd's class they were cooking fish in a play fire
Balen and Syd running and playing
Me, Pam and Brayden

Look how cute

William, Devin and Balen

Syd and Chloe in their class

Balen how cute is this one

Brayden

This is a bible school photo from a long time ago. Syd would of been almost 1 year so it was taken in 2006. I love photos. This one is extra special because the whole gang is in this photo. It doesn't happen that often. It is also special because I was 20 pounds or so in less weight.

4th of July in Tennessee

Special photo of all three, Syd didn't want her photo taken
Zack and Princess Kaleigh

Zack what a fake smile

Syd crawling next to Kaleigh

Sandy to the rescue now I can get a photo of the girls,

Sandy you need one of these for your office

Syd holding Kaleigh for a photo, can you tell she loved holding her

Syd thinking hey Kaleigh come here wiggly worm princess

Love this photo, mom made Kaleigh a dress to match Syd. They look precious, you don't know how long we waited for this moment. Kaleigh is so precious a perfect personality. She is always smiling and happy, however she never gets the chance to be unhappy. Mommy and daddy are always making their princess happy. Two good parents.

To cute, she will melt your heart

1st fourth of July family photo

Unhappy Syd no more photos mommy

Kaleigh's new playset

Zack I know he loves me so much when I came home for the craft fair, he met me at the car. He will go with me anywhere and loves to spend time with his mommy Teresa

Syd loved playing in Kaleigh's room

Kaleigh doesn't just crawl she dives as if she is a gymnast

My Syd again

Finally these two get to play together I wish Sandy and Brent could live in Hazard with all of us

Family Fourth of July Party

Chloe making a funny face. How cute???
Jon and the boys shooting fire works

How cute on the front steps

Brother Tom and Derek

This photo is precious

A group photo

Balen having fun

My Zack man, my side kick

They had poppers

Flower clip love this one a variety of colors

Beautiful Brandie

Chloe modeling for me with her flower clip

This photo is so cute. Syd was trying to step on a popper

Zack attack

Roger looking happy

Mrs. Pam or Gorgeous Granny

Devin

Derek

Mamaw Jean

My Nephew/Grandson Brayden Toler

This is Brayden, Brandie's baby boy. He will be 1 year old this month. He is so precious. I call Brandie's kids my grand children, because she is just like a daughter to me, however it is strange that we have daughters the same age. These photos I took with my new camera. It is a Canon Rebel. They were precious. During the family fourth of July party. I got a quilt to put in the yard for him to crawl on. It served as a good back drop for his photo.

Bass Pro Shop

Syd didn't care to take photos in here, which she usually does
Fish

Looking in the fish tank

Beautiful fire place

Zack and Syd as soon as we walked in the door I got out a small camera I keep in my purse and started taking photos. The dress Syd is wearing is a pillow case dress. It is Dora fabric with a zebra ruffle at the bottom. The ribbon at the neck line is 1.5 hot pink. I also made a bow with a
Dora bottle cap center with Sydney on the cap. This dress is $20.00 with free hair bow. This will be Syd's first day of preschool outfit. I also bought her a small

Dora backpack while we were in Tennessee.

I love craft stores and girly stuff. The boys love sports stores. Jon loves fishing stores. Syd loves toys. We all like to shop. If you gave my kids a choice of shopping or an amusement park. They would choose to shop. At bass pro shop there is lots of opportunity to take photos. There is props everywhere.

New Design

Red/Black $5.00

In my hair at craft show. This would match anything for summer. $5.00

This is a ribbon pony o I made this while I was at my last craft show. It is so much fun. I can also make these for school colors I added rhinestones to the ends of the ribbon.
These are $5.00 each.

Flip Flops for Sale

Flowers on crocks $3.00 for each flower or 4 for $12.00
Jonas Brothers flops $15.00

UK flops $15.00

Ribbon Bow flops $15.00

Mikey and Minnie flops $15.00 hair bow to match $5.00

Customers at Somerset

Crocks add flowers so cute. Just buy two flowers or hair bows use as piggy sets or to your shoes.
I was getting ready to pack up and go home. The craft sale was closing. I saw these three ladies and thought I am going to give them a flower. I believe they liked it. I also added flowers to the lady in the wheelchairs crocks. It is a neat idea.