Yes, I've joined in - The Lilypad's MOC Month of Challenges

I waffled about this during the fall as I wasn't sure I wanted to make that commitment again, even for the $20 gift certificate for all those who complete the 31 challenges. But by the end of December I was willing to do it. Sometimes the challenge of the day leaves me with a layout I really don't like and sometimes dislike. So I'm in and taking the good with the not so good.

January 1

This challenge required a lot more product than I like on the page but I did like it even if our friend's last visit to LaScala wasn't a Christmas one. That dress called for a rich look!



January 2

My computer seemed to be a bit out of sorts and I couldn't find the kitchen photo I wanted so I made this one fairly simple and neutral. All in all I think I might go back and use that image in color not sepia. Also, who knows why the journaling split chocolate up... hmm (now corrrected)



More for you on Tuesday.

And she went to Washington

When this young lass comes to visit, my husband likes to take her into Washington DC. A big change from where she lives. The first time they did it was the first time she'd been on a subway train and had a moment wondering if they'd get lost. No worry. Last time, she was a pro!

It was also a return visit to the Smithsonian Natural History Museum.  A few necessary and then fun tweaks to this photo gave me the inspiration for this layout.



Simplicity is often the best way.

Hello Again and Merry Christmas!

This end of year has been hectic but mostly in a good way. I've been committed to my scrapbooking and recording daily life. Here's some of my latest about a week in Boston this month!

Maybe I'll be able to stick with the blog once again.










That's a wrap for today! Tomorrow sees the arrival of teenage granddaughter! Looking forward to seeing her again. Have a great holiday and enjoy life!