ELiScrAper's Spot

I might have to

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Keep this blog updated as well.

Please visit me at www.stampingwithsherry.com

Bad Blogger

2009-11-03T07:55:00.002-06:00

Well, I did it! I jumped into a new direction! I am making a go at my own Stampin' Up! business. Drop by my new website and say hello!

stampingwithsherry.com

Twitter and Face Book

2009-09-18T22:36:00.001-05:00

Big issues. I find myself updating via FB and not my blog. Does that happen to you?

5:03 A.M.

2009-08-25T09:26:00.004-05:00

My beautiful daughter came into this world 21 years ago.

Yesterday today and tomorrow

2009-08-07T10:28:00.002-05:00

Well, yesterday was the big 50! I must say that it was the best birthday celebration that I have ever had. Hands down!

You can see from my entry below that my very best friends in the world threw me a surprise party! And they pulled it off without and suspicions. That night was truly one of the best times in my life. Between the tears coming from my eyes and the goofy grin on my face the whole night, the night will be remembered for the rest of my life.

Second party was prior to my sister and her family departure to California. Her son Conor and I have the same b-day. Family time at El Arorro is always good. I can see that in another 50 years, my children and the rest of the living relatives will have the Claypool family reunion at El Arroro!

Dinner last night was quieter to say the least. The company was fab, the food was fab and what can I say????? The cake was fab! Italian Cream from RR Doughnuts! Yummo! (thanks so much Ad!)

Well, if that wasn't enough, November Les and I will be on a charter fishing boat off of the Flordia Keys! Simply can't wait for that!

Who said turning 50 was awful? It is GREAT!! Much much love to all who helped me celebrate!

Now for some photos...

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Need I say more?

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And finally.....

Back to Reality

2009-06-25T12:08:00.002-05:00

We had a ball on our trip! Sadly, our time is up! I have been ordering prints and really enjoying the memories.....now on to the scrapping......

Cosmo Cricket Revisited

2009-06-01T13:07:00.005-05:00

This is the layout that I made to memorialize my winning of 96 Cosmo Cricket ties! I must say that it was not easy finding homes for all of those ties! The last of them went to a church group!

Also there is a link to the origianl post if you want to walk down memory lane. It really is funny. http://cosmocricket.blogspot.com/2008/07/lets-see-some-paper-episode-2.html

I keep finding cool sites....

2009-05-31T11:13:00.005-05:00

This is the original photo of a white peacock that I took in San Antonio recently.

This is the cartoonizer option

Color Charcoal

Line drawing

Stencilizer

Warhol Effect

Inktify

Go now!!

You have to check this one out for yourself! http://www.befunky.com/

Time Lapse

2009-05-25T08:31:00.004-05:00

Sorry for not posting sooner. Things have been a blur around here. Scrapping, looking for a job, dogs in the hospital and CLEANING HOUSE! Yitcho!

Anyway, somewhere in there I managed to get a 3 day trip in to San Antonio. Tons O' Fun! The photo is of a white peacock that resides at the hotel we stayed at, the Marriott. There is a blue peacock as well, but he did not feel like showing off while we were there. I have more photos to post, but I have to find that camera first.

Ok, back to the puppies and trying to decide what is for dinner......Happy Memorial Day!!!!

Happy Happy Happy!

2009-05-15T17:08:00.001-05:00

The Fab Four are meeting up tomorrow for a day of scrapping! I am also keeping my fingers crossed on some rain!

You have to watch this!

2009-03-29T18:56:00.004-05:00

Ten Second Cross

2009-03-26T17:36:00.004-05:00

This past Saturday, Holly, Mel and I returned to The Crafty Scrapper in Waxahatche. We signed up for a metal cross class hosted by Cheryl at Ten Seconds Studio. Here are some of the photos, we had a ball! Next time we need to take an RV so that we have a rest room close at hand, we or at least I was almost wetting my pants laughing so hard!

Mel wasn't very happy with her color and she is working on a newer version. I kinda like the old one though. Holly's cross was awsome! The photo doesn't do it justice.

Below is my cross. I also took mine home and worked on it just a little more. The first shot is at the class. I darkened the base and really like the softer image.

Metal Fun

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How much fun does it look? I must admit, I was a bit aprehensive when starting this project. Once I started, it was nothing but fun fun fun. I mounted it on the board this morning. I only wish that I had taken photos of the process as I went.

To learn more for yourself, go here: http://www.tensecondsstudio.com/index.html .

You gotta go to Milford Texas!

2009-02-25T16:58:00.003-06:00

I was lucky enough to get a canceled spot at Our House in Milford scrapbooking retreat! This place is a must for anyone in the Texas, Oklahoma or Louisiana area who scraps or quilts. The food was good, the is more than enough space as well as lighting! Angie and her mother, Ann are the most wonderful hostesses. You will not have to lift a finger for anything! Check them out here: http://ourhouseinmilford.homestead.com/index.html

I was having to much fun with the Scrapple Dumpling Gang that I was only able to spit out 3 layouts! But the week end was a hit anyway.

Lots o' Links

2009-02-04T10:55:00.003-06:00

You have to visit Pam's blog and watch her newest video! Soooo funny. http://just-daily-life.blogspot.com/.

And, if you want a chance to win a Cricut Expression, go here: http://lifeonelayoutatatime.blogspot.com/

Sweet!

ONE MORE THING......Thanks Pam! I am going to the premier scrap retreat at the end of the month!!! Check that out here: http://www.scrappingoodtime.com/

2 Weeker

2009-02-01T09:57:00.002-06:00

It appears that I blog about every weeks. I can accept that!

Unemployment is not what it is cracked up to be. I thought that I would get lots and lots of scrapping and cleaning done, but NOOOOO. Sleep seems to be the big deterrent. I won't be able to keep this up though. Family visits are coming up. My sister in law and her husband are headed our way soon. And Les and I will be traveling to Kerrville soon to see my dad and his wife soon too! Lots of photo ops for sure!

Mel's husband had a surprise party for her this past Friday. What a blast, this was my first surprise party and Mel did not suspect a thing! I made my first banner for her too. I will post photos soon.

Lynda and her daughter are on a week cruise to the Caribbean. I know that she will love it just as much as I do. Cruising is so laid back.

I hope all is well with everyone. Next time it will not be 2 weeks, I promise.

Brrrrr.....

2009-01-16T12:36:00.003-06:00

Well, ok, so it is not that cold here in Texas, but for us thin skinned people it certainly is! It is half past noon and the temp is 37!!! Egads, at this rate, I may have to move to the beach! Keep warm everyone!

Celebration NO style.

2009-01-04T17:03:00.004-06:00

Might not be the most thrilling minute of video that you have seen in the last week, but here is Addie, Sophie and me ringing in the new year in New Orleans.....

Well, I am working on my video skills. Thanks for looking. Happy New Years everyone.

HAPPY NEW YEARS!!

2008-12-31T21:25:00.003-06:00

Just returned from dinner at Mulate's. Wonderful food and great music. Check it out here......http://www.mulates.com/ Addie is drinking a Tornado, just as strong as a Hurricane. She was pretty slow on the sip!

They have a Cajun band and everyone dances. The photo is of a very nice elderly man who was going around asking single ladies to dance with him. He came by a few times and we had to take a photo of him. He was wearing many different buttons and one of them was "I am a recycled teenager" I believe it. He was all over the dance floor.

We are now in the rooms resting up for the big night. You can feel the excitement in the Quarter. They are dropping the Fleur de Leis at midnight and there will be thousands of people including Sophie, Addie and me!

More later, I hope everyone had a safe and fun celebration!

email updates

2008-12-31T10:57:00.004-06:00

For some odd reason, my laptop is not allowing me to send any emails! I hate traveling with my laptop sometimes!

Anyway, Antoine's is the second oldest restaurant in the United States. It is the oldest one that is still family owned. The food was so very good. I had the bisque, trout almandine and puffy potatoes that they are famous for.

Here is a link if you are interested in learning more. http://www.antoines.com/index.html

While it is not my most favorite place to eat in New Orleans, it certainly topped the list for the most expensive!

The Big Easy

2008-12-31T09:54:00.005-06:00

Addie just can't believe that she is FINALLY at Cafe Monde!

Now tonight is hurricane night!

Addie and Sophie pushing mom around Burbon Street!

Sophie was mom's personal drink carrier.

Sophie enjoying Baked Alaska at Antoine's. The food was wonderful and we even got a good night and a wave from James Carvile! Our only brush with fame last night.

Addie is on a mission to find Angie and Brad. We were calling for them last night, but alas, they did not come out and say hello back! Bummer! I was able to get us in the courtyard at Pat O Brians without waiting in the very very long line, but the girls could not get in. No one under 21. I was really bummed about that, great seats too! Darned teenagers! You would have figured that they knew that we were coming to New Orleans and had the fake IDs ready!

Today is shopping day and rest for the big midnight bash!

And Santa Said....

2008-12-10T21:07:00.001-06:00

http://just-a-scrappin.blogspot.com/2008/12/and-santa-said.html

I stumbled across this poem about scrappers and Christmas. You really have to see this. I wish that I could take credit for it.

Click!

2008-12-03T15:07:00.000-06:00

Guess who?

Found another photo!

Dum de dum

2008-12-03T13:24:00.004-06:00

Ok, I am here at work on a conference call and just a little bit bored. December 19th is my last day here and I am becoming a short timer quickly. I am handing off my projects to co-workers and running out of things to keep my day occupied.
My back is much better and the only health problem I have now is my weight! Damned my good cooking! HA HA.

So the really embarassing photo is of Addie's friend Sophie who came from Boston to spend Thanksgiving with us at Port A. The reason that we are looking sooooo gooberish is because I told her that the reason that we got the brussel srpouts in the bags were 2 fold. First for the fresh veggies and second the bag served as the hairnet. You know you have to wear a hairnet when working around food!

This was a great year for T-giving in Port A. The weather was nice, Les got to fish, we all walked the beach and the kids even went in the pool! One of the best things about the holiday was not only the family and company, but the UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS BEAT THE HELL OUT OF texas a&m! Hook 'em Horns! Now, let's chat about nationals.......

Pain Pain Go Away

2008-10-23T17:05:00.005-05:00

Who ever said no pain no gain? It darn sure is not me! Monday I woke up to a stiff neck. It did seem like it was getting better on Wednesday. That is when a co-worker of mine was giving another co worker of mine a massage. Hey Sherry, do you want one too? Nope, thanks, much appreciated. However, persistence paid off and John was having me flap my arms while his thumb as pressed on the ever present knot that has taken up residency by my right shoulder. I will say that it did feel better yesterday. Then bammo!!! About 5 am I woke up feeling like my head weighed about 80 pounds. I could not find a comfortable position and every shift of my body was a sharp stabbing pain to my head.

For obvious reasons, work was out of the question today. Les called into GOD (good old doctor) who could fit me in at 11:30. Oh yeah, I am there, barely, but I did get there. Pinched nerve in the neck and back. Pain pills, steroids and muscle relaxers are what the doctor ordered. I have been sleeping, but I think it is the kind of sleep that your body is craving, not because of the pills.

Scraple Dumpling Gang, here I come! Now, whoever said no pain no gain? I am hoping to receive the benefits of all of this pain!

Thanks

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for playing along. It was a fun couple of days. You guys really crack me up.

Third time is a charm?????

2008-09-09T15:35:00.000-05:00

I was reviewing the comment that Holly made and I was sneaky in my reply. I told her that Addie got a car, but I didn’t tell you that I also got one! Two for one!

Addie got a white Chevy Cobalt and I got a white Suburban! Man the people at the dealership were surprised. Addie and I are both THRILLED with our cars! This is the most excited about a car that I have ever been. LOVE THIS CAR!!

Ok, I will tell you.

2008-09-09T15:14:00.004-05:00

CRAP! THIS DAMNED BLOG ATE 2 OF MY ENTRIES....I AM TIRED OF TYPING!

Day Two CLARIFICATION

2008-09-09T14:23:00.003-05:00

Sorry, my title below should in fact be TWO clues, not 3. Thanks Holly.

Ok, now I want to make sure that I am p.c. so I will give you clue #3 as well.

I had not planned on making this purchase. but I am awfully glad that I did. (Is that clue #4?)

Day 2 - Clue #2 and #3

2008-09-09T10:42:00.002-05:00

Ok, so maybe I am skimping a bit on this, but I have not taken photos yet.....

It is bigger than a breadbox................

Ok, so maybe another clue seeing as the first one was really bad.......

Large parts of it are white.

Check back often

2008-09-08T15:52:00.000-05:00

There are new and exciting things going on at the Upchurch house..........

Hysterical!

2008-08-27T15:22:00.002-05:00

This is a video called "Hunt and Peck"

Strong Dicipline

2008-08-27T12:36:00.002-05:00

I turned down dinner at Pappadeaux! (sniff sniff) Well, you see it is like this. Almost 4 weeks ago, I started Weight Watchers with a few of my co-workers. Fist week....... .8 lbs lost, week 2..... .4 lbs lost.... week 3, no change and this week....... .2 lbs GAINED! Crap, where did I go wrong? http://www.ditch.com/index.html, um, yeah, that might be one reason..... http://www.openlist.com/cedar-park-tx_jardin-corona/12610554/ yep, that is another. But the BIG reason, and no it is not my butt! Is simply while I can refrain from Pappadeaux, I have NO will power against a margarita!

You Tube

2008-08-08T15:15:00.002-05:00

Cool, I found out how to post You Tube in my blog! Check it out below. You need to really watch the whole thing. Really funny.

What is Art

2008-08-08T15:10:00.003-05:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDo_vs3Aip4

Overwhelmed!

2008-07-10T19:58:00.002-05:00

Ok, I have my share of ties for the next few years to say the least. Cosmo Cricket made good on their word and sent me 96 ties! Oh my. Ironically Addie and I are going to a horse show tomorrow in Estes Park and we both will be sporting the new look!

I am showing you a few of the photos while I was unpacking my prizes. The paper C.C.sent was the Hello Sunshine line and some Buck Naked alpha buttons and buttons and more. Photos of that too!

Well, I am off to pack my bags (and ties) for the travel to Colorado tomorrow. Have a great week end everyone!

Sherry

Cosmo Cricket ROCKS!

2008-07-07T12:25:00.003-05:00

You gotta check this out. Man how cool is this? 96 ties! Can't wait to see them! A quilt might be in the making!
http://cosmocricket.blogspot.com/2008/07/lets-see-some-paper-episode-2.html

What? No camera?

2008-06-06T11:17:00.004-05:00

No photo today either. Bad Dad! Seems that Andrew was "resting" on the sofa (he wouldn't dare sleep on the sofa you understand...) and Les put Lucille up with him. Lucille promptly settled in for her rest as well. Les told me how cute they looked together "resting" on the sofa, but he did not actually think to snap a photo! WHAT?? My husband not thinking to take a photo of my son and newly acquired puppy? Please tell me why I got him a camera last Christmas if he is not going to use the darn thing?

This applies for my sister as well. She also got the SAME camera as Les did at the same time. They both claim to love the cameras and tell people that they wanted to learn how to use them. So why did I have the feeling that my sister was NOT going to be taking her camera to her son's graduation last night? How did I know to bring my camera and tripod? HMMMM. Good thing that I did, some of the photos turned out great! I will post a few graduation photos of Raymond and Burns soon. Currently all of my 2008 photos are in complete disarray, but I am working on them.

Meeting up with the Scrapple Dumpling gang for drinks and dinner tonight. YUM YUM. See you guys soon.

Bad Mom

2008-06-05T08:49:00.003-05:00

Ok, I admit it, I am a bad bad mother. I have no baby photos to show off today. I had dinner with my mother last night and my sister decided to come over with her pack of dogs to meet Lucy. Needless to say we were all tramitized when we got home. So much activity! We opted for a quiet rest of the night with snggle time.

Today is not looking good photo wise either. I have my nephew's graducation and dinner. If dad doesn't take any pictures,then you may have to wait a few days before getting your Lucille fix!

Sorry.

The latest Lucy

2008-06-04T12:07:00.002-05:00

Ok, yesterday was not a fun day. Lucy went to the vet and got 2 shots! Then to make matters worse, when she got home, Lacy decided that Lucy looked good enough to eat! Slight skirmish at the house. I guess that is how you make up for having a fun fun day at the Mall with Raymond and his girlfriend. Lucy loves going to the mall! Next time she wants to go Barton Creek though.

Lucy gets around. Central Market, Petsmart (3 days in a row!), Lakeline Mall. Tonight back to grandmas to meet Aunt Shelley! I hope the paparatzi have lots of film in their cameras!

I love Lucy!

2008-06-03T09:21:00.003-05:00

Here are more photos. If you see Lucy in public, please do ask for her pawdegraph! She loves the attention! Cutie that she is, she is sleeping through the night! Les and I have been taking turns having her sleep next to us so that one of us gets some sleep! Last night was my turn and I think that I was up every hour, but not Lucy, she was actually snoring away!

You forget how much attention puppys need. I think that I have more patience now than I did before I had kids. this dog is just sooooo cute and fun! She is getting along with her new brothers and sisters and even cousin Luke came over last night for a short visit.

Feel free to stop in if you get a few minutes to say hello. I am positive that by the time you leave, you will be saying "I love Lucy" too!

Lucille

2008-06-02T13:01:00.004-05:00

Meet Lucille or Lucy as we sometimes call her. Les and I have either jumped off of the deep end or lost our minds! Lucille is a 8 week old red doxie that has stolen our hearts. I am now getting the feeling that when we become grandparents those babies will be spoiled. Until then, we are spoiling Lucille. She loves to play and seems to never stop! I am sooooo happy!

More photos soon!

Mamma Sherry

No Where But Up

2008-03-19T12:57:00.002-05:00

Well, it appears that my little group is on the mend. No more Ringworm, a new assistant and health issues are all on the mend. I have my boys home, now to concentrate on finding a job!

Box City

2008-03-17T12:39:00.003-05:00

Well, there are lots of boxes everywhere in this house. Not only the house, but the garage is full too! Good think today is trash day, I am crossing my fingers that they pick up the pile on my curb today!I think there is a garage sale in our future!

It has amazed me that this house is smaller than I remember. Get a bunch of teen aged boys in here and the house seems to shrink. Can't wait for our first grocery shopping experience.

MOVING DAY!!

2008-03-16T10:51:00.002-05:00

Wish us luck, Les and the boys are moving back in today! Whew, what a process. Not plannin on doing this again that is for sure!

Frio River

2008-03-11T12:08:00.002-05:00

I have been editing some photos I have taken recenty and thought I would share. This is a photo of the Frio River. The cabin that we stayed at has a private section of the riverfront. Nice place, it would look totally different in spring or summer. Love the winter look though.

Cheating

2008-03-11T11:29:00.002-05:00

Ok, so maybe my post yesterday was a tad on the skimpy side, but seeing as I have not updated the blog for over a month.....

I am getting the house ready for Les and the boys to move back in this Sunday. So much to do and so little time.

Addie's friend Sophie is having a good visit. She is a very structured person, quite the opposite of Addie. Sophie is used to early to bed/early to rise whereas Addie is just the opposite. Somewhere in there is a happy medium.

Time is running short for me. I will have to start looking for a job soon. Speaking of structure, I think that it is time for me to get some myself!

Tag your it

2008-03-10T12:32:00.001-05:00

Ok, I have posted now. Are you happy? Now it is your turn!

Errand Day

2008-01-30T12:11:00.000-06:00

Can you guess what my day includes???

Blowing away....

2008-01-29T15:57:00.000-06:00

....Well, the wind is certainly kicking up around here, but the sun is out. Nancy is soaking the rays up today, she loves sleeping in the warm sun. I just love this dog, but she is a bit on the ahem.....large size. She is on a diet and is starting an exercise program. Today she trotted all the way to the mailbox and back! She uses the grass on either side of the sidewalk as bumpers to keep her from falling in the street. I am so proud of her that I almost gave her a kibble. Isn't she the cutest?

The other photo was taken as a "Nancy cam" taken from her perspective. Now close your eyes and imagine trying to get round without your sight.

Nancy is one of the reasons that I have been able to keep a positive outlook. If Nancy can adjust her blindness so well that she can find her way around not only her home, but my mother's home too, then I can certainly keep a postive outlook myself!

Here is to Nancy, the sweetest dog in the world!

I'm back!

2008-01-28T11:50:00.000-06:00

Ok, so much has happened since I last posted.

Last Tuesday I rode to work with my husband. I took this photo of his truck when we left the house. Once at work I was called into a meeting with my second level manager and a woman from HR. Not good. Needless to say I have taken an early retirement. I found out that there were about 550 layoffs at Dell last Tuesday alone. Seems like the people that I tell know someone else who was laid off as well.

Not the best way to start the day. After that, my mom and my son found many ways to keep me busy for the next few days. I must admit this might be the best thing that could have happened. I was very stagnant in my job. There is a lot less stress in my life now. That is until the bills start rolling in. I was thankfully offered a decent severance package.

More later.....

01_06_08

2008-01-06T11:40:00.000-06:00

Pack it up! Here is what is left in the house after boxing everything and getting it ready to go in the attic.

Not such a loyal blogger

2008-01-06T10:46:00.000-06:00

But I have been thinking about it! I have a weeks worth of photos to upload too. I am trying to take a photo each day. It is a good thing that I am more loyal to picture taking that blogging!

Scrapped with the Scrapple Dumpling Gang yesterday at the local Archivers. Had such a good time. Each time I leave the house I feel guilty for not getting more done around the house, but then I get there and I quickly forget about what is happening at home. I really do need the break some times.

This morning has been very productive on the home front though. Laundry putting up Christmas is all but finished. All while grooving on my I-Pod! I need to use that thing more often. Really helps get the chores done more quickly! (also drowns out the "mom" that is heard way to often in this house!) I did not know that Bruce Springsteen has such a great version of "Viva Las Vegas"! If you have not heard, it do your self a favor and find it. Lacy and I had quite a dance!

More soon I hope. Now to the photos.......

01_05_08

2008-01-05T23:33:00.000-06:00

SHE'S HOME!

And back to eating junk food! Ad was in Boston visiting a firend for a few days. Man, you don't realize how much you are going to miss them until they are gone and back!

01_04_08

2008-01-04T11:21:00.000-06:00

Take a good look, you might not ever see this car in this good shape for a long time! Picked up Addie's car from the shop, finally got the repairs completed from the accident in August! Now if we can get the passenger door fixed.

01_03_08

2008-01-03T11:18:00.000-06:00

Who woudda thunk it? My husband actually asked for a pedicure for Christmas....well here is proof that he did it! Guess what? He LOVED it. I have created a monster, at least he will be paying for the furture appointments!

01_02_08

2008-01-02T11:16:00.000-06:00

Back to work. I went, but was not looking forward to it!

01/01/08

2008-01-01T11:01:00.000-06:00

Did you have your good luck black-eyes peas and cabbage for New Years? I did, keep your fingers crossed!

Taking the Challange

2008-01-01T08:27:00.000-06:00

Ok Melanie - here goes. Another shot at a blog. I hope to use this one as a positive source in my life.

The best thing that happened today other than discovering that my buddy Melanie has a new blog is that I was had a wonderful New Year's Day dinner with my husband and family.

L. and I have decided to take a photo a day. I will attempt to upload my photos so that you can keep up with me too! Wish me luck, if successful, I hope to upload my picture of cabbage and black-eyed peas. A tradition that will bring you good luck and financial security in the next year.

Keep trying to keep positive! More soon.