TGIF!

It was a crazy week. The early part was dedicated to Holiday Marketplace preparation. The event was a big success and I'm happy to say, it's now over! We raised more than $2000 for the preschool playground fund! I may have spent a little too much time on the computer lately because stuff like this happens...



That was Lucas into Sarah's glitter makeup. It all went in the trash after that. But don't tell Sarah! I bought a couple things at the marketplace. Two prints from a local artist who does lots of watercolors of Riverwalk scenes. Since San Antonio is probably not our "forever home" I've always wanted to get some kind of artwork from here and these two prints were vibrant and fun. Couldn't choose so I got them both. They are by a lady named Marilyn Moore who has a gallery in La Villita. She also has a blog at marilynsbrushwithpaint.blogspot.com (Sorry my pics show the flash on the plastic cover.)





I also bought this cuff from a lady who uses estate jewelry to make belt buckles, cuff bracelets and compacts. Super neat stuff. It's not for everyone, but I really like this piece. (www.buckleit.com)



Mark and I also got to exchange anniversary gifts. Ten years = diamonds. And he did not disappoint! ; ) Helps to have friends that own a jewelry store!



I arranged for a night away for just he and I in November. It was supposed to be a surprise but then the hotel concierge called and left a message asking if there was anything they could do...blah, blah, blah... and he heard it before I did! So there went the surprise. But it should still be fun nonetheless.

And lastly - the baby boom continues!

Congrats to Dawn, Chad, Aiden and Matthew on the arrival of Grant Thomas!
Congrats to Maria, David, Lizzie, and Sophie on the arrival of Josephine!
Congrats to Serena and Ramon on the arrival of Natalie Rose!