We purchased the seventh and final book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on the way home from the wedding. I started reading it Sunday night and finished it yesterday. My children weren't too neglected. They were all fed and dressed. Luckily, our dear friend and neighbor girl was here to play and wee C took a very good nap, so I don't feel too guilty. I finished reading last night and I am happy to report that I was pleased with the book. J.K. Rowling was respectful of her characters and readers both and I think wrote a respectable closure to the Harry Potter tale. I am grateful. Thanks, J. K.!
I am now free to devote August to Childbirth Educator certification requirements, sewing and enjoying the last month of summer. Here's hoping that my homework is completed quickly and easily.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
What we do for Family
I come from a large family of eight kids and I am the oldest. All of our names begin with 'T' and I was dubbed 'Big T' by our dad. The nickname has been adopted by friends, too, not sure why that is as I am not particularly 'big'. But I like the reminder of my place in the sibling order.
My sister and sibling #6, was married this past Sunday at a small ceremony in the woods. It was a lovely chance to gather with all eight of the sibs and many members of our family. With so many of us, it is rare for all 8 of us to gather together, though we do try once or twice a year.
Here are we eight T's all together. There are more picture's over at flicker. Check out the picture of my three brother's shirtless. I must say, they are all hotties!
The past month has been busy with planning, shopping, sewing and baking, all in preparation for this wedding. Even though they wanted a casual, small, picnic-like affair in a park by the river, there are still many detail to be planned and carried out. I volunteered to bake cupcakes for the affair, which turned out to have more guests than any of us anticipated, a little over 100. Cupcakes for 100, I baked 166 in all! Whew. I survived, and learned a lot. And would do it again with all I know now. Tips: cupcakes freeze well; unwrap before thawing, which takes about 1 1/2 hours; piping frosting goes really quickly; you can purchase cupcake carriers from your local grocery bakery, making transportation a breeze. They were cute and everyone seemed to like them.
The little girls outfits were sewn by myself and my mom. I made the shirts, one niece's skirt and one for myself. My mom made the babies' dresses, bloomers and tiered skirts. We used fabric from Denyse Schmidt's Katie Jump Rope collection. They looked so very cute. We neglected to get a group photo of the cousin's all dressed up, but here are a few photos of a few garments, worn and alone. Don't the girls look adorable?
My sister and sibling #6, was married this past Sunday at a small ceremony in the woods. It was a lovely chance to gather with all eight of the sibs and many members of our family. With so many of us, it is rare for all 8 of us to gather together, though we do try once or twice a year.
Here are we eight T's all together. There are more picture's over at flicker. Check out the picture of my three brother's shirtless. I must say, they are all hotties!
The past month has been busy with planning, shopping, sewing and baking, all in preparation for this wedding. Even though they wanted a casual, small, picnic-like affair in a park by the river, there are still many detail to be planned and carried out. I volunteered to bake cupcakes for the affair, which turned out to have more guests than any of us anticipated, a little over 100. Cupcakes for 100, I baked 166 in all! Whew. I survived, and learned a lot. And would do it again with all I know now. Tips: cupcakes freeze well; unwrap before thawing, which takes about 1 1/2 hours; piping frosting goes really quickly; you can purchase cupcake carriers from your local grocery bakery, making transportation a breeze. They were cute and everyone seemed to like them.
The little girls outfits were sewn by myself and my mom. I made the shirts, one niece's skirt and one for myself. My mom made the babies' dresses, bloomers and tiered skirts. We used fabric from Denyse Schmidt's Katie Jump Rope collection. They looked so very cute. We neglected to get a group photo of the cousin's all dressed up, but here are a few photos of a few garments, worn and alone. Don't the girls look adorable?
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Rain
I am soaked to the bone, sitting here savoring the coolness that thunderstorms bring. I just walked home from my favorite restaurant with a dear friend in the pouring rain. And it was so much fun. I felt like a little girl, we laughed all the way home. And it felt delicious after a hot sticky day.
We returned home from the coast yesterday, after camping in a yurt for four days and three nights. And, diehard tent campers though we are, it was luxurious to have a dwelling to stand up in and to be able to sleep in a real bed. A step up from car-camping, and a real treat. We recommend it. It was good to get out of town, away from obligations here and spend time with the kids. They are growing so quickly, each into their own individuals (and are they ever unique individuals.)
The week ahead will be a busy one. My sister is getting married next Sunday and I am making 150 cupcakes for the casual event. Wish me luck.
And if you are looking for a great restaurant in SE Portland, check out the Country Cat. It is a fabulous place, now open for lunch Wednesday-Friday and a fabulous brunch on Saturday and Sunday. No, I am not biased, they are dear friends. Ok, maybe just a little, but they are wonderful folks and amazingly talented. Love them!
We returned home from the coast yesterday, after camping in a yurt for four days and three nights. And, diehard tent campers though we are, it was luxurious to have a dwelling to stand up in and to be able to sleep in a real bed. A step up from car-camping, and a real treat. We recommend it. It was good to get out of town, away from obligations here and spend time with the kids. They are growing so quickly, each into their own individuals (and are they ever unique individuals.)
The week ahead will be a busy one. My sister is getting married next Sunday and I am making 150 cupcakes for the casual event. Wish me luck.
And if you are looking for a great restaurant in SE Portland, check out the Country Cat. It is a fabulous place, now open for lunch Wednesday-Friday and a fabulous brunch on Saturday and Sunday. No, I am not biased, they are dear friends. Ok, maybe just a little, but they are wonderful folks and amazingly talented. Love them!
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