tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33456885344426416472024-03-04T23:49:16.980-06:00christabacaThe collective selections of Christa Bacas art, and her miscellaneous adventures.christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.comBlogger221125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-622855191433147002013-11-28T12:58:00.001-06:002013-11-28T12:58:54.429-06:00Holiday table decor<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1W8NPEFCE_cU0j6v4yyoFB6FEDOtRwV5eS3IqdI92bIhRT0J_kd8GaxY5everFHXHvut-u1SQ6uSK4acc14oyiWtY5dQWzZW9-q7jLgzVt0dZ1cWeoVv9JMjQWHI0CdN04J_uxoAT4iI/s640/blogger-image-1879131821.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1W8NPEFCE_cU0j6v4yyoFB6FEDOtRwV5eS3IqdI92bIhRT0J_kd8GaxY5everFHXHvut-u1SQ6uSK4acc14oyiWtY5dQWzZW9-q7jLgzVt0dZ1cWeoVv9JMjQWHI0CdN04J_uxoAT4iI/s640/blogger-image-1879131821.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">For me, holiday table decor is always about finding what is around and using it. Today I ran out with scissors into my parents backyard and clipped several eight inch long branches from my parents shrubs. I shaped them into circles and secured them into tiny wreaths using my glue gun. I broke out my dad's typewriter circa 1990 and typed out "give thanks!" Added few berries from nearby shrubs and voila! A sweet place setting for your table. </div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0Holyoke Holyoke42.200701 -72.686909tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-15504153645349933222013-08-21T14:51:00.001-05:002013-08-21T14:51:58.129-05:00Fresh Avocado Salad Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I know...I know. It's been ages since I posted on my blog.<br />
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What can I say? Actually, I have a good excuse. Ready for it? Here goes: I moved across the world and was so busy learning Spanish and selling all of my worldly possessions that I forgot to blog. Then we started a<a href="http://www.gointernational.tv/submerge" target="_blank"> training program</a> and life got incredibly busy. All that to say; I'm back and I have some incredible recipes and ideas to show you. The first of which, is one of the most amazing Salad's I've ever created. <br />
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On my first trip to the grocery store here in Ecuador I cried. Talk about culture shock. Beyond the isles and isles of food labels that I could not read was the startling realization that I do not know how to cook. Not at all. Not even a little bit. I never thought I was one who relied on prepackaged foods much, but was I wrong! <br />
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For example, I wandered to the salad dressing isle and saw that I only had two or three choices. Italian and Ranch in two brands. Neither of those generic dressings really appealed to me. Where was my Paul Newman's Italian Blend dressing? Sigh... not here.<br />
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Then there were the mystery isles of the store. The entire isle dedicated to yogurt. What does one do with that isle? (Answer: a lot.) Then, there was the additional yogurt isle of yogurts that you drink. Another mystery isle for me was the isle of "Flour." Yes. An entire isle of different types of flour- each one used to make something amazing. I am also living at close to 10,000 ft elevation so the pre-packed and imported Betty Crocker Cake Mixes flatted to cookies when I made them. Baking Soda is also not sold in stores here- which makes for interesting recipe substitutes. No jarred salsas here, and my regular food staple of Spaghetti sauce would cost close to $8.00 to buy.<br />
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So, as time passed and my family could no longer stomach Quesadillas and sandwiches I rolled up my sleeves and decided to learn how to cook. Here in Ecuador I have access to some of the most AMAZING fruits and vegetables. From farmer markets to street vendors, the produce here is in abundance. It's mostly organic and Ecuador specializes in Hydroponic grown vegetation as well. All that to say, you can't really go wrong when everything tastes amazingly fresh. <br />
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This is one of my first creations. It's fast. It's easy. It's fresh. I hope you like it!<br />
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<b><u>Avocado Salad Recipe</u>: Serves 2</b><br />
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1 Cubed Avocado<br />
1 pkg of Grape Tomatoes<br />
1/2 large Cucumber (Cut into small cubes)<br />
Spinach or Romane Lettuce (Your preference)<br />
Cubed Mozzarella Cheese<br />
Grated Parmesan Cheese (for topping)<br />
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2 TSP Dry Oregano<br />
1/2 TSP Garlic Salt<br />
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2 TSP olive oil and Balsamic Vinegar (1 per salad)<br />
1/4 TSP Ground Red Pepper<br />
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1. Prepare salad by combining Avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, Mozzarella and Lettuce together on two separate plates.<br />
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3. Mix well and top with Parmesan cheese.<br />
4. Enjoy!<br />
<br />christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-14425232958788972192013-01-04T17:49:00.001-06:002013-08-21T14:54:33.493-05:00Freebie: Downloadable quote<br />
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Such a great quote. I'll never forget the day that I was venting some heartache to my mom and she said to me, "Perhaps you will find out what real love is if you have the courage to stick around long enough." It's true that sometimes our culture has very strong misgivings about love and what it really is. Thankfully, I can say that my Greg and I have stuck through things that most others wouldn't and our marriage is strong... not because we are perfect. No, because we know that neither of us are and we choose to love each other not in-spite of that fact but rather because of it. Two imperfect people who are perfect for each other. It's quite lovely.<br />
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I designed this for my instagram the other day (my user name is @christabaca if you are on and want to be friends!) and one of my friends loved it and said that she wanted one for her house. So naturally, I made this 8X10 for her and I thought you might want to download it too! Click the pic to download!<br />
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Christachrista Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-59902964311818784952013-01-01T14:55:00.000-06:002013-08-21T14:56:34.706-05:00New Years LetterEvery year I write a letter to myself on New Years Day to read the following year. Its a great tradition that always amazes me each year as I read the words that I wrote the year before. <br />
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This year I invite you to join me in this holiday tradition. I've even made a stationary that you can use. <br />
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To download the stationary click <a href="http://www.mediafire.com/view/?x3q5xyd2yu7pdnm" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-39496483407166667432012-12-07T12:37:00.001-06:002012-12-07T12:41:44.397-06:00Holiday Cheer!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Made ya something to send to your pals! Right click to download. </div>
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<br />christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-21625828987724385352012-11-26T19:24:00.000-06:002012-11-26T19:24:34.702-06:00Freebie! Downloadable phone wallpaper<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Double Click the image and save for a unique wallpaper for your phone or computer! </div>
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Enjoy! </div>
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xoxo, </div>
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christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-27766860340163136042012-11-25T12:13:00.002-06:002012-11-25T12:13:44.438-06:00Coast to Coast Challenge<br />
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You have to check out this amazing blog that two of my best girls started! It's called Coast to Coast Challenge. <a href="http://coasttocoastchallenge.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Click here</a> to check it out! </div>
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Coast to Coast Challenge is carried out every Tuesday and Thursday as an innovative way for girls to try out the latest hair, makeup, and fashion trends. The challenge allows girls to reinvent their wardrobes, try new things things, and connect with girls around the globe. Want to join? Check out the blog or the Instagram hashtag #coasttocoastchallenge every Monday and Wednesday evening at 7pm central to get the next day’s challenge!</div>
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<em><strong>How did this start anyways? </strong></em><br />
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After both relocating from Tulsa, Oklahoma to opposite coasts, two friends: Lauren and Lindsey, were on the hunt for a tradition that would allow them to stay connected despite the thousands of miles separating them. Working for Marilyn Monroe Spas & Salons, Lauren spent a lot of time researching various hairstyles for the salon look-book. After continuously flipping through magazine pages, Lauren decided that it was time that she brave the waters of new hairstyles and try out the charming crown braid. Naturally, being in a long distance friendship, Lauren snapped a photo of her experimental braid and sent it straight to Lindsey. Always up for new things and in the spirit of living life together while a part, Lindsey decided to attempt mastering the hairstyle as well. Naturally, the photos were uploaded to Instagram [IG] and the hashtag #coasttocoastchallenge was added. The two friends decided to continue to challenge each other with different fashion, hair, and/or makeup trends throughout the week as a means of staying connected. Little did they know what would come from these two IG posts.</div>
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The following day presented a new challenge and again the girls uploaded their photos of the challenge to IG. As the day progressed several of the girls’ friends across the country saw photos of the challenge and quickly wanted to be a part of what these two had began. The next day their girlfriends joined the challenge, with each girl uploading a photo of their creative spin on the challenge to IG and included the hashtag #coasttocoastchallenege [in order to keep up on everyone's looks].</div>
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The rest is history as more and more girls have caught on and joined the challenge.<br />
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Join the challenge this week by following @c2c_central and if you join in be sure to tag me in your pic: @christabaca</div>
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christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-36988754771644909882012-05-11T14:09:00.001-05:002012-05-11T14:26:46.512-05:00House for SaleMy beautiful house is for sale! My husband, son, and I are planning on relocating to Ecuador for a year and we have decided to sell our house and most of our furnishings and live among the people of the Andes Mountains. <br />
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If you, or someone you know is in the Tulsa area and is looking for a house, consider ours! Here are some pictures:<br />
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Master Bedroom with master bath, garden tub, and duel walk in closets<br />
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Bed room #1</div>
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Guest bath with shower</div>
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Spare Bedroom #2 (We use as office) </div>
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Spare Bedroom #3 (We used as Nursery) Crown Molding, wood plank, vintage chandalier</div>
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Email: gbaca@gointernational.tv for more details or to set up an appointment to view the home. </div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-82837182868503464212012-05-07T22:18:00.003-05:002012-05-07T22:19:42.991-05:00Bow-daciousI love bows. Big bows, small bows- it doesn't matter! I love 'em! Here's a little post of some of my favorite bows. Scroll down and I'll give a quick tutorial on how to make your own hair bows. It's easier than you think!<br />
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Cut two small rectangles of fabric. One you will use for the actual bow and the other will be a small sash that goes 'round the middle of the bow.<br />
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Fold the fabric in half.<br />
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Make a tiny triangle at each of the ends.<br />
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Fold the ends to meet in the middle.<br />
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Scrunch it with a pinch in the middle.<br />
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Wrap the middle with a thin florist wire. <br />
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Make a little sash and fold the middle.<br />
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Wrap it around the bow and dab the middle with a tiny bit of hot glue.<br />
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Hot glue a little tiny clip to the bow.<br />
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Above is my vintage fan that I picked up for a steal ($5) at this (see pic below) little flea market on my drive home from Kansas City. </div>
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I decided to forgo the traditional headboard and opted for these vintage windows ($3 each) from a "secret spot" that my friend over at <a href="http://thirdstoryapartment.wordpress.com/tag/third-story-apartment/" target="_blank">Third Story Apartment</a> told me about. Who by the way, is moving from our beloved Tulsa (waaaaa! sniff, sniff). Which is actually good news for you because she is selling a bunch of her stuff! <a href="http://thirdstoryapartment.wordpress.com/2012/04/28/the-sale/" target="_blank">Click here</a> to check out the goodies. </div>
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I watercolored and punched with a 3/4" circle the dots that are on the frame, I wanted it to capture the sea foam bubbles that you see rising from the ocean. </div>
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I made this little frame from a vintage frame I picked up for three dollars. It was super cheap because it had a huge dent in it. Which is absolutely noticeable when in it's original gold foil leaf- but is completely camouflaged when covered with ivory paint. <br />
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I was inspired by Restoration Hardware's <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod1679009" target="_blank">frames</a>. Which lovely as they are, I am never willing to throw down $500 for a cork board. I made it using a $1 piece of foam core covered with white burlap and framed with my white frame. <br />
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Gotta show you one last thing; my vintage chair bought and recovered for less than $5. <br />
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Hope that can give you some inspiration for a room that you need to redo. Things don't have to be super expensive to be put together well. Seek inspiration in things that you see and ask yourself if you can make it yourself cheaper!<br />
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That's all for now, 'till next time.<br />
<br />christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-9020471863250018152011-12-09T21:15:00.005-06:002011-12-09T22:11:01.931-06:00Never Alone<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBzja_0PKeChJO3qdyteaLI1NScFmljkgZkfthC_95F5yAqOuYYETXpkjbhI0jHAtqXvMX0LCaQ7VQK7mvDI_mwlRkiBKSP9Y7OjX6oVB6gvYaBA2MBMc6Pn_wXXexvR3_ksZaZRFP8Dg/s1600/never+alone.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBzja_0PKeChJO3qdyteaLI1NScFmljkgZkfthC_95F5yAqOuYYETXpkjbhI0jHAtqXvMX0LCaQ7VQK7mvDI_mwlRkiBKSP9Y7OjX6oVB6gvYaBA2MBMc6Pn_wXXexvR3_ksZaZRFP8Dg/s400/never+alone.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5684333248478341682" /></a>To every lonely heart, <div><br /></div><div>Your heart may ache tonight. </div><div>You may feel alone. </div><div>Lost. Hurt. Broken. </div><div>Like no one cares or no one sees you. </div><div><br /></div><div>I hope to remind you of this one thing tonight; you are not alone. </div><div>He is with you. </div><div>Much closer than you think. </div><div><br /></div><div>Emmanuel. </div><div>Meaning, "God with us." </div><div><br /></div><div>He sees you today. </div><div>You are not forgotten. </div><div><br /></div><div>Last January I had the chance to visit an orphanage in Haiti full of children who were rescued child slaves. I told those sweet children about the darkest day of my life...when I wept and no one heard. I told them about how I thought that I was nothing...not even worthy to keep living. </div><div><br /></div><div>Before I left that day I hugged one of the girls and I just felt my heart whisper, "Don't let go until she does." That sweet, lonely child hugged me and would not let go. We embraced for twenty minutes or so. I stroked her hair and rocked her and told her she was lovely and beautiful and wonderful. I don't know about you; but I have never been so lonely that I willingly hugged a stranger for twenty minutes. Friend, perhaps we don't know what true loneliness is. </div><div><br /></div><div>Months later, I stood on a boat in Cambodia on the Mekong River. On the boat with me were seventy-five women who made their living selling their bodies for sex. That night I told them my story. They wept. Even though our lives are so different, that night we found a common ground. The heart can be a lonely place, it longs to feel a sense of belonging...of being wanted, needed, and most of all loved. </div><div><br /></div><div>Today, you may find your heart ring hollow... Empty. Lonely. Hurting. </div><div><br /></div><div>Dear one, you are not alone. </div><div><br /></div><div>God came to earth and <i>that's</i> what Christmas is all about. </div><div><br /></div><div>Open your heart to Him. </div><div><br /></div><div>He is with you. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-63065479498641873052011-05-25T12:18:00.003-05:002011-05-26T22:19:12.389-05:00Freebie! Home sweet home printable<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvlN8xFUCPP1mvmUAwMVjanO5RIa8hCwtuutfmdDTGlv7rS7jccG2NF-zERjVKCiH4aeXSWUmAi-xSfeNFpkrf3Qc8Y4JrYckhdqb3PKqeRd9ZTvYJes53XS0MZ53iAwHVmkl9prKy_DY/s1600/photo+2-2.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div>It's been a while since I have made anything free- and it's about time! Drum roll please.... Check out the "Home sweet home" printable! If you print it off I would LOVE to see how you used it! Feel free to repost... it is a great joy as an artist to see people spread the love! </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTqXFBcWgMugVdA8a69wwGgHSzSp8XZ-7bh7cCqQEqGYoTz3zWBlEp5_jV2lgOG7-gZcCrgIWJWvMLT7jbrGo_2dAX2z7Y13u5UxcxxPSocgwX8g9EChdSciVhBxLMCWw1b0oZXy6BDy4/s1600/photo+1-2.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTqXFBcWgMugVdA8a69wwGgHSzSp8XZ-7bh7cCqQEqGYoTz3zWBlEp5_jV2lgOG7-gZcCrgIWJWvMLT7jbrGo_2dAX2z7Y13u5UxcxxPSocgwX8g9EChdSciVhBxLMCWw1b0oZXy6BDy4/s400/photo+1-2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611229125955700050" /></a><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTqXFBcWgMugVdA8a69wwGgHSzSp8XZ-7bh7cCqQEqGYoTz3zWBlEp5_jV2lgOG7-gZcCrgIWJWvMLT7jbrGo_2dAX2z7Y13u5UxcxxPSocgwX8g9EChdSciVhBxLMCWw1b0oZXy6BDy4/s1600/photo+1-2.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTqXFBcWgMugVdA8a69wwGgHSzSp8XZ-7bh7cCqQEqGYoTz3zWBlEp5_jV2lgOG7-gZcCrgIWJWvMLT7jbrGo_2dAX2z7Y13u5UxcxxPSocgwX8g9EChdSciVhBxLMCWw1b0oZXy6BDy4/s1600/photo+1-2.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvlN8xFUCPP1mvmUAwMVjanO5RIa8hCwtuutfmdDTGlv7rS7jccG2NF-zERjVKCiH4aeXSWUmAi-xSfeNFpkrf3Qc8Y4JrYckhdqb3PKqeRd9ZTvYJes53XS0MZ53iAwHVmkl9prKy_DY/s400/photo+2-2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611229133836022034" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px; " /></u></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><a href="http://www.mediafire.com/?6u85g9sdccleuif">Click here for the download!</a></u></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><br /></u></span><br /></div></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-5830219484597627492011-05-24T13:00:00.005-05:002012-05-07T21:57:05.799-05:00DIY: make antique book decorationsThis is my latest obsession: deconstructed antique books. I made these for my home office redo. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOSTUqfcxdHwseItQV4Y9PE58R5TYezm8-YqYpPjxtZfha4uorY6EfUiccU6aEGypo_Tm6AzmDbnyuvhZx_NN2whE0oAjOeP2to5ar3tiMq1nrJ4T9cvupTiz4wiN1Yq3q2jMC3azaJRM/s1600/photo+2.JPG"></a><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; color: #0000ee;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Here is a video tutorial (my first!) on how you make these little beauties! </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; color: #0000ee;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">I would love to see if you make these! Don't forget our <a href="http://bacacreative.blogspot.com/2011/05/book-discussion.html">book discussion starts tomorrow</a> if you want to join in the conversation.</span></span><br />
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Want to join in with me and a few friends for a book discussion? The book is "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff... and It's All Small Stuff." By Dr. Richard Carlson. The chapters are very short (just a few hundred words) Here is a sample: </div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7g4uw3PxvCKvMoibLpL9-3VAeG8le2Wp9Y4-O_2fonDsbt3PsdAXGR0_JxRx043_xnX3y4sXVRogHyIw3lPZPQWV5rXPWydu-G6l4teQZ98Y8-03atDPbd2gIUSI-suXoHKhJxSzexow/s400/Screen+shot+2011-05-23+at+10.53.14+AM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609940560406458130" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 366px; height: 400px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5nA1vCzffrj3GXQvklJ6L_s6UUiXXTHPpmm7B9AzhWBZLac80hlz5NmI_8u1v_mBsPhtgI-5KPLmgdxg49Jk5YSwI5fH1kqKMI4uR6_Cg7Xb-Rpdx1vhQm4Zm6VW2Uy_MGq4QcQOzwGM/s400/Screen+shot+2011-05-23+at+10.53.24+AM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609940562691121410" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 337px; height: 400px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDaXo3IceHVEVyOi0yS0X4Hegpa2KTrbQDDgSzOWp_d0pRcySXu2NjW73MK3XmHfKUuIv723H-O9sS_GRAY45XC-BOGsRYb_LQfDu-iE6ndLLVCHTGSSkqPraUSNIT2IavqOrTTmM3CRY/s1600/Screen+shot+2011-05-23+at+10.53.31+AM.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDaXo3IceHVEVyOi0yS0X4Hegpa2KTrbQDDgSzOWp_d0pRcySXu2NjW73MK3XmHfKUuIv723H-O9sS_GRAY45XC-BOGsRYb_LQfDu-iE6ndLLVCHTGSSkqPraUSNIT2IavqOrTTmM3CRY/s400/Screen+shot+2011-05-23+at+10.53.31+AM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609940566702526114" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 184px; " /></a></span></span>Each day we will read a chapter and we can all comment on our thoughts. I am hosting the book discussion on my Facebook page. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/christabaca">Here is the link to my facebook page. </a> We start wednesday... I would love for you to join in on the discussion!</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?lt1=_blank&bc1=000000&IS2=1&bg1=FFFFFF&fc1=000000&lc1=0000FF&t=bacacreative-20&o=1&p=8&l=as4&m=amazon&f=ifr&ref=ss_til&asins=0786881852" style="width:120px;height:240px;" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></div><div><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-4339234665988444242011-05-21T07:00:00.000-05:002011-05-21T07:00:05.882-05:00The art of being happy<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh94nJiDncrpve0i-EzhQAykpHR0AxCv2yGl0bM_rbVagdaVFc4H2zwoyoUnc4hKFBGfYnoAfa-UvsnPYT-T5YbjjtWRBRDzpaJe9AIovlcbECnMAhqujxQfJnfGdwl4NhGMZL3lyPIlS0/s1600/IMG_5218.GIF" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh94nJiDncrpve0i-EzhQAykpHR0AxCv2yGl0bM_rbVagdaVFc4H2zwoyoUnc4hKFBGfYnoAfa-UvsnPYT-T5YbjjtWRBRDzpaJe9AIovlcbECnMAhqujxQfJnfGdwl4NhGMZL3lyPIlS0/s400/IMG_5218.GIF" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608637362658508626" /></a><br />You may not have it all. Chances are you don't. However, compared to the rest of the world you have it awesome. A few weeks ago I spent a very cold night outdoors. The <a href="http://www.gointernational.tv/">non-profit</a> I started hosts an event called <a href="http://www.orphanforanight.com/">Orphan for a Night</a> where we raise funds for the most destitute of orphans- the abandoned and homeless. The whole theme for the evening is to spend one night in their reality- but the honest truth was most of us were headed home to get some "good sleep" in our beds. Yet, for many around the world this is the reality that they face... Check out <a href="http://www.globalrichlist.com/">Global Rich list </a> and you can see where you live compared to most of the world. Most likely- you are blessed beyond measure. <div><br /></div><div>I know blogging is all about beautiful things and finding sources of inspiration- but in our quest to find things that are beautiful let us not ungratefully overlook our own life- which is indeed beautiful. </div><div><br /></div><div>Everyday Greg comes home from work and Zion and I throw a party. We run up to the door, cheer, shout and yell. Greg rests from the day for a few minutes and I put dinner on the table. After dinner we all play. It is true beauty and one of the most joyous moments of my day. Comment below and tell me something "ordinary" in your life that you can extract happiness from... sharing it will inspire others to see happiness in their ordinary. </div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-12822142347272994712011-05-20T22:15:00.002-05:002011-05-24T16:04:01.216-05:00fish braid<p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYzxKZfZHiMZ2tXe-ftaYQAGFc7TTeId47Gf1vxko5cZaLmD6fOhdGAJwqcWbj_kPCJt1AlvvvepqaG1InrjWU9T0UJJBo4QG56-Lv075GGMzRKXrkMj_SyrquRZcK8oldnt2qfz0YIsY/s1600/IMG_5142-719387.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYzxKZfZHiMZ2tXe-ftaYQAGFc7TTeId47Gf1vxko5cZaLmD6fOhdGAJwqcWbj_kPCJt1AlvvvepqaG1InrjWU9T0UJJBo4QG56-Lv075GGMzRKXrkMj_SyrquRZcK8oldnt2qfz0YIsY/s320/IMG_5142-719387.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609003176798321650" /></a></p><p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.weheartit.com">Image</a></p><p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;">I have been loving the fish braid. Free people has a great tutorial on this: </p><p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Nq3KuZRLUL0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p><p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;">Here is how to make the rainbow one!</p><p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/_Zc3uLMdb10" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p><p class="mobile-photo" style="text-align: center;"><br /></p>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-74513244708582909062011-05-20T22:03:00.005-05:002011-05-20T22:06:16.437-05:00Chalk ObsessionSo my husband Greg laughs at me. I admit it. I am obsessed. I love chalk paint. This is my latest creation:<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhY-alIDUyMQFCKPYJBTgdtLRoFwBUtCX6W-cyLmpq8M70JyWE5cWQ3zLl3yAI3iP-m5pq1dqFmdNqzWsLrm4EXvb3LEs9Zc3H2duJXhLcFLkh7850Y-DHZ5zK1GjEWLMcof-ME8fv8o/s1600/IMG_5058.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhY-alIDUyMQFCKPYJBTgdtLRoFwBUtCX6W-cyLmpq8M70JyWE5cWQ3zLl3yAI3iP-m5pq1dqFmdNqzWsLrm4EXvb3LEs9Zc3H2duJXhLcFLkh7850Y-DHZ5zK1GjEWLMcof-ME8fv8o/s400/IMG_5058.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608999878980393106" /></a>I spray painted a 1970's framed print. Yup, spray painted the whole thing! I like the thick molding on this frame and I thought it would be fun to be able to add cute dashes and chalk all around it.<br /><br /><div><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-12842106434677720482011-05-20T22:00:00.003-05:002011-05-20T22:00:03.702-05:00You are a classy Lady<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxI81xtn8E2XjgVe-m1TCnN3j4343ctPP9Qi4R9CrVPK5OzQlq-jjisxjNyzViSi8CWw_OVbKlAiRHyQenbvfSkhEAlQtZkevDZbncka8_p8eTOiaF5uwE0NuhPgwfDvyzQA6Ue39rWDc/s1600/IMG_5281.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 329px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxI81xtn8E2XjgVe-m1TCnN3j4343ctPP9Qi4R9CrVPK5OzQlq-jjisxjNyzViSi8CWw_OVbKlAiRHyQenbvfSkhEAlQtZkevDZbncka8_p8eTOiaF5uwE0NuhPgwfDvyzQA6Ue39rWDc/s400/IMG_5281.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608630256533472082" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Image: <a href="http://www.weheartit.com">We Heart It</a></div>It was Coco Chanel who said, "A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous." I am often reminded of this when I come in contact with ladies who seem to be lacking in the fundamental elements of class. I asked several of my girlfriends what it means to be a classy lady and the words they used over and over were: "graceful, poised, kind, beautiful, able to handle tough situations with kindness." <div><br /></div><div>I think as women we can all use a little more classiness- after all, isn't that what being fabulous is all about? </div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-91806893045867940402011-05-20T21:58:00.003-05:002011-05-20T22:01:59.093-05:00Happy travels<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2F0yH4ayVCyFcKAZ0ZbpN1RT_ZFb2k-M8VBWcnDKXAk2xrp0ngl_aIXwqHWXfwL3vhKHXDGXf4k8pjKIKv23YfAWxLups6onO5Bb_0kT-mXdnWMXkdOabSVVFy6RxxHu7G6vfuo7zVJk/s1600/IMG_5221.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 319px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2F0yH4ayVCyFcKAZ0ZbpN1RT_ZFb2k-M8VBWcnDKXAk2xrp0ngl_aIXwqHWXfwL3vhKHXDGXf4k8pjKIKv23YfAWxLups6onO5Bb_0kT-mXdnWMXkdOabSVVFy6RxxHu7G6vfuo7zVJk/s400/IMG_5221.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608998511914527170" /></a><div style="text-align: center;">Image: <a href="http://www.weheartit.com">We Heart It</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">No matter where you go in life, this is the quote that puts the journey in perspective. Travel along my dears, but don't forget that it is the days that add into weeks, the weeks to months, and the months to years. How we live each day matters.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-26705645479777699272011-05-20T08:00:00.001-05:002011-05-20T20:15:42.861-05:00Little Happiness in a Jar<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifWkQ94wzvMBAWFetd96JKqz4AqP5-WeiQTaFSEyRaHnMkiwZJdunTBe5vdVFF1AIDCIkAYVO2IUqIzimIi9AO2EJMa_2Omyh5eqoj_MqX6rsToX_y206I6cFf-RtjSfEsneE0cHDD-ro/s1600/IMG_5097.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifWkQ94wzvMBAWFetd96JKqz4AqP5-WeiQTaFSEyRaHnMkiwZJdunTBe5vdVFF1AIDCIkAYVO2IUqIzimIi9AO2EJMa_2Omyh5eqoj_MqX6rsToX_y206I6cFf-RtjSfEsneE0cHDD-ro/s400/IMG_5097.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608638197795269442" /></a><br />Snagged this tiny little pot, threw some moss on it and whitewashed it with a little craft paint. I used a toothpick to make the flag and hand wrote "Happy" with sharpies fine tip marker. The glass bell finishes the look. Easy to make and super cheap!<div><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-23141913691346211152011-05-19T21:19:00.002-05:002011-05-19T21:28:34.281-05:00Bird RingA little hot glue, a trip to the wedding section at Hobby Lobby and voila! My latest creation- the bird ring!<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb3BLSg-gFtOVakIiIrdSi7Xu303LnbPXgljDVMNL7xFd_OQNIuixZWuJqMjbM3fMrBQIk8qNWWabfcYPfuw0A2LREd4VKKBF-GSho8F9NL5j6ANthkZxNEcKv3qFEKvaeKwqTwcWdeLU/s1600/IMG_5204.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb3BLSg-gFtOVakIiIrdSi7Xu303LnbPXgljDVMNL7xFd_OQNIuixZWuJqMjbM3fMrBQIk8qNWWabfcYPfuw0A2LREd4VKKBF-GSho8F9NL5j6ANthkZxNEcKv3qFEKvaeKwqTwcWdeLU/s400/IMG_5204.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608619224437350802" /></a><div>So, anyone who's been pregnant before knows that (even after a year) if you start to gain a little weight, your stomach looks like a california raisin all over again! In order to motivate myself to get walking Zion and I have been strapping on the baby backpack and hiking our way to various nearby stores. My favorite is Hobby Lobby which is about a three mile walk. Zion loved the bird and (call me snow white) I loved the idea of a bird perched on my hand!</div><div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-75544312963652567472011-05-09T07:06:00.005-05:002011-05-09T07:15:45.253-05:00What I am wearing<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd5fJk0tnC8-I_WmuqXZbD4P6cDYOFw4vKEabKzBY3uq8qcl3QRDIssnhbTywWakBQ5qtP1POURDBxdOw8Em-bcNJmaThD4ZbKNjom6Ev_qgPU32okgUEojVJrUnOmEDwK8zpqBD9JkVU/s1600/photo-11.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd5fJk0tnC8-I_WmuqXZbD4P6cDYOFw4vKEabKzBY3uq8qcl3QRDIssnhbTywWakBQ5qtP1POURDBxdOw8Em-bcNJmaThD4ZbKNjom6Ev_qgPU32okgUEojVJrUnOmEDwK8zpqBD9JkVU/s400/photo-11.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604687306687007922" /></a><br />I LOVE that everything old is new again. This look I made was inspired by the old "Swatch watch" layering. It's kind of a new take on an old idea. I picked up these watches for a few bucks at an antique shop and wrapped them with a watch that has a stretchy band that I picked up for $10 at Walmart.christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-83256386721167796432011-05-09T06:58:00.003-05:002011-05-09T07:06:19.796-05:00My boys<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXJFFFha82YcVdPyxYZNytdGD4CtfPJBz5CQUmtDnLRvs1MHZ7NHC_wqSiNV4bgNI8z89tfqQlgyMbjIZpoGxUDsh41DRsjJq1mcb7Pw7eCFaZ0IJjQv4_9Lq75Wo4flbrLSckNSFaZw/s1600/photo-12.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXJFFFha82YcVdPyxYZNytdGD4CtfPJBz5CQUmtDnLRvs1MHZ7NHC_wqSiNV4bgNI8z89tfqQlgyMbjIZpoGxUDsh41DRsjJq1mcb7Pw7eCFaZ0IJjQv4_9Lq75Wo4flbrLSckNSFaZw/s400/photo-12.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604686342307696882" /></a><div style="text-align: left;">Who would have thought that being a mom would bring me so much joy? My sweet Zion is the light of my life and Greg and I have enjoyed being able to show him the world. He has such an amazing passion for life already, such determination and so much creative talent. I love you Zion, thanks for making me a momma and to my dear husband Greg, thank you for eight amazing years. (We celebrate our marriage anniversary today) </div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 270px; height: 360px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgO8MoQgWsX5bch-HNhv9qNtEG_q-dUUra08Ynh3PTTCZ3TbRV7K1qxpkQk2ehz6rJ9tFEUWBsO8X_33grF-3hcL1pec1YySpqKsddkjeBQyUuR0y4BxY6j8WPGEWNpXf6GvWVPLtken4/s400/DSC00157.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604686338609892402" />My darling Greg, you have made all my dreams come true; the greatest of all which was loving and being loved by you. <div><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345688534442641647.post-73063849572065344072011-05-05T13:50:00.003-05:002011-05-05T13:55:01.157-05:00Nostalgic "Milk" glasses from starbucks frappichino jars<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje5AKsV6MvXzEu6LPq7yenDs0f9cmaYXBqD0awVlzNGi_yh2jSpMkpXl3Wm_7JAetUgpQaUcvMgZhTruiLzdfQaHh2W7fajScB38GaEdNbOJP8d3JVRdGQdp26UT8mYV5HggwL0Bm9wXI/s1600/Diptic.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje5AKsV6MvXzEu6LPq7yenDs0f9cmaYXBqD0awVlzNGi_yh2jSpMkpXl3Wm_7JAetUgpQaUcvMgZhTruiLzdfQaHh2W7fajScB38GaEdNbOJP8d3JVRdGQdp26UT8mYV5HggwL0Bm9wXI/s400/Diptic.jpeg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5603307421460342882" /></a><br />I was wanting to pick up some of those old time milk glasses for my Saturday Family Brunches. I was scouring the thrift stores and antique shops and then inspiration struck me like a bolt of caffeine! The perfect "milk" jar was sitting in my fridge. I peeled the label off, used some goo gone to get the residue off, added a plastic striped straw and voila! Breakfast is served! <div><br /></div>christa Bacahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09169482968120847241noreply@blogger.com0