August already?

I can't believe that August is tomorrow! It's been a crazy month here! Let me update you all. I started working mornings at WIMPS Fitness. I figured it would be the best way for me to get my butt in gear and start working out regularly. It worked! I lost 16 lbs and 30 inches in a month. Woo hoo!!

I had to give a talk in Sacrament and I was a little worried, but I was able to do it. I actually stood and spoke for 25 minutes. It was awesome!! Today, my youngest is giving a talk about YW camp and she's nervous.

We got Zakk's room assignment and he's all set to check in on August 19. I can't believe that's in three short weeks. But, I am excited to see him off on his own adventures.

I got to meet via telephone my mom's cousin Darrel. He is the son of my great aunt Lorene. We were able to talk at length and I found him a very nice man. We are working on establishing our native american ancestry. He also gave me some photos that I really love. He connected me to a researcher in Texas and now I'm going to be helping write the family history of our two families for her to include on the county webpage. That should be an awesome experience.

I've done a lot of scrapping lately. I am now on a new CT and I love it. I've always loved this gal's layouts and now I get to play with her gorgeous templates too!! So, here's some layouts I've done using her templates and of course the gorgeous designs of The Ettes, both designers are located at Pickleberry Pop. Here's the links to their stores:
The Ettes: http://www.pickleberrypop.com/shop/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=85
Jumpstart Designs: http://www.pickleberrypop.com/shop/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=102

Now for the layouts:
These two use The Ettes Going Coastal kit and Jumpstart Designs set 1 templates.




These two use The Ettes Hey Girlfriend kit and Jumpstart Designs set 1 templates:




These two use The Ettes PS I Love You kit and Jumpstart Designs sets 3 and 4 templates.




These two use The Ettes If My Heart Could Speak kit and Jumpstart Designs sets 3 and 4 templates.




These two use The Ettes Time 4 Dreams and Jumpstart Designs set 2 templates:




These two use The Ettes Time 4 Family and Jumpstart Designs set 2 templates:




I just love working with these designs!! I have some more, but I need to put finishing touches on them such as shadows and journaling, so be on the lookout for some more!

Until then, have a good and safe August!