more wedding..cake & reception..

Sorry can't help myself...just thought I'd show you the Cake...now when the kids told me they were having Cows on their Wedding Cake I wasn't Impressed...being a Traditionalist and all...but when I saw this I realized it suited Gavin & Sammie...apparently they call each other Moo & MooMoo..ahhhh..it was Cute I must admit..lol

The Reception was on a Rooftop of the Resort...Absolutely Gorgeous..the kids picked everthing from the net & poor Sammie bust into Tears when she first saw it...it was more than they had pictured and were so Pleased with how Beautiful it all looked...I'm trying to get Motivated to get the Binding onto the Wedding Quilt over the weekend so I can have it finished for when they get back next weekend....

cheers

..Thanks for stopping by.....Maree

A Dazzling Smile, remodeling, and squares

Would you look at those pearly whites?  We haven't seen these teeth sans hardware for years.  Jacob had his braces removed on Thursday morning, was fitted for a camouflage retainer, and chewed his first gum in a long time on the ride home.  Ahhh, two sets of braces paid for...two (or three) to go! 

It's been a busy couple of weeks full of lots of nesting opportunities.  We've been working on remodeling the former playroom on our main floor to give the boys a new bedroom.  It has involved stripping wallpaper, scrubbing walls, painting, breaking out closet walls, insulation, drywall, and ripping out old carpet. We just have a few shelves and clothes rods to put up next.  At the same time, we needed to shuffle everyone around in the upstairs bedrooms and paint them all.  I've finished our bedroom and hall and Mikaela's new room and closet. I still have the little girls' room and closet to paint as well as the master closet.  I am so tired of painting.  Hopefully I'll finish in the next week or so and be able to put the fresh carpet in before moving everyone's furniture around. 

In the meantime I've received several more quilt squares.  My mom has been really busy getting her square done and helping get material for some family members and friends. 

This cute and sparkly butterfly square is from my Grammie.

Here is the lovely floral fabric from my Grandma Ruth.  She wrote some of the card and dictated some to my dad.

What a pretty square and sweet wish from Sharon, a friend of the family I've known since I was just a little girl.

This square mom helped pick from Uncle Terry.  He asked for material that looked like "Irish tweed".  Can you tell we've got a bit of Irish in us?

My mom and dad contributed this beautiful square and wish.

And finally, this adorable little daisy square is from Mark, Deb, and their daughter Rachel, some friends of ours at church.

Buddhist Tattoos

Buddhist tattoos are clearly very appealing in terms of style and artwork, however the designs themselves represent a timeless culture which are dedicated to their philosophy and practices of buddhism.

Buddhist tattoos are most commonly designed as the seated buddha with his hands in the form the mudra (dharmachakra) which symbolizes the setting into motion of the wheel of teaching the dharma.

Have a look through this buddhist tattoo gallery and you just might find the perfect buddhist tattoo design you've been searching for.



Most buddhist tattoos represent a very peaceful and tranquil environment.



Buddhist tattoo are often seen alongside flower designs, specially the lotus flower.



Many buddhist cultures believe that tattoo artwork is a sacred practice and monks often double as tattoo artists.

wow!...it's All Over Now.....

Well I can't believe it's All Over....yep were back home to Sunny weather...it was a bit overcast most of the time we were there but have found out since getting home last night that it has been pouring with rain all week here on the Gold Coast so our weather was good after all....

What a Beautiful Wedding...very Emotional Day and a Fun Time at the Reception.

The Happy Couple are in the Air as I type on their way to Phuket for 7 Nights....back to earth now...

Thanks for all the comments from my last post.
cheers.

..Thanks for stopping by.....Maree

Bird Tattoos

Bird tattoos are truly a lovely choice of tattoo design, most birds are symbolic of harmony, peace and gentleness, while other more fierce birds such as the eagle is often recognized as a symbol of courage and strength. Plus crows and ravens are sometimes associated with with the dark a macabre side of life.

Here we have a picture gallery of an array of beautiful bird tattoos which might just help you come up with some ideas for your very own bird tattoo design.



Bird tattoos are some of the most colorful designs in the world of animal artwork.



Bird tattoos are often combined with other designs such as stars and hearts.



Tribal bird tattoos seem to be gaining in popularity among animal/tattoo lovers.

Bear Tattoos

Bear tattoos are commonly depicted in two different manners, one being fierce and ready to strike with an open mouth, and secondly as a more endearing and lovable bear design. No matter what style of bear tattoo you decide upon, there is no doubt that bear tattoos in general are some of the most beautiful and breathtaking of all designs, if you are a bear lover of course.

Enjoy a quick look through this outstanding collection of top quality bear tattoos for both men and women alike.



Adding a little color to your bear tattoo can really bring the design to life.



These bear tattoo pictures above are less traditional, but equally as exciting and clever.



Growling bear head tattoos are perhaps the most commonly seen variety of bear artwork, and for good reason. These bear head tattoos are beautifully frightening!