It's a big weekend at our house. Saturday was Godson's birthday party. Can you guess what we did?
Before...
After...
The kids had a blast and I was relieved that they all left with the same amount of fingers and thumbs they arrived with.
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Packages in the mail are such a treat and I received a very special one from Nyne at Brilliance Found. I as lucky enough to win this beautiful crystal necklace in her recent giveaway.
Nyne is a very talented jewelry designer who lives in Vancouver, Canada and I thank her for this generous gift. Please visit her site HERE. (And shop til you drop!)
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The clever and always entertaining Eddie Bluelight at Clouds and Silvery Linings pass the Versatile Blogger Award on to me so long ago I'm embarrassed to say. But better late than never, so I thank sweet Eddie for thinking of me. I'm supposed to share 8 riveting pieces of information about me which the world has been waiting for with baited breath... 1) Nearly everything in my clothes closet is either black, gray or white.
2) Being a cheerleader in high school was not nearly as fun as I thought it would be, but I liked the uniform.
3) I can parallel park (a car) really well. Too bad it's no longer a test requirement.
4) Pumpkin Ice Cream is a favorite this time of year.
5) Growing up I put mayonnaise on everything I ate-- literally, everything.
6) I still need to get a flu shot but I'm not over my cold yet.
7) I'll be heading to Ohio on Wednesday to visit my family one more time before the snow flies.
8) I would really like a crockpot. (Who said I was high maintenance :-)
As usual, Awards come with naming names and passing them on, but you know I usually break that rule, so if you want to play along grab the Award and run with it.
And be sure to check out Eddie's popular Sunday Roast interviewing bloggers from around the world. And if you're up for a good Roasting let me know and I'll introduce you to Eddie or you can email him directly. Seriously-- I did it, you should too.
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How's your Sunday?
Welcome to www.TheFiftyFactor.com - Joanna Jenkins
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There's a lot of pumpkin carving around here too. And all fingers are accounted for.
ReplyDeleteI'm an excellent parallel parker and I teach it to new drivers. There's a unique technique that makes it simple.
Enjoy the trip.
great carvings and I love the necklace
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for a party - pumpkin carving!
ReplyDeleteAnd that crystal is delightful!
I can not parallel park to save my life. I will find a spot clear around the street before that happens.
ReplyDeleteThe carved pumpkins look like they were a hit. Congrats to having a teenager! I bet he is thrilled!!
I'm very surprised parallel parking doe not feature in driving tests. I would have thought it is essential to everyday driving LOL . . and congratulations for mastering it.
ReplyDeleteWhy thank you my lady for those very kind words which has inspired me to write this little ode dedicated to my bloggy buddy from across the pond.
Joanna has a charming manner
Always kind is dear Joanna
She always drops by to read my post
Which features folk on 'Sunday Roast'
Thank you, Joanna.
Hugs ~ Eddie x
What a pumpkin extravaganza! I need little ones in my life. I didn't do a single pumpkin. At the very least, I could have put my ceramic ones out and I didn't even do that. I'm turning into a scrooge.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely trip back east!
Wow!! Did you all carve up some pumpkins!!! We didn't carve this year...just set them out whole. Getting lazy in our old age.
ReplyDeleteI have been sicker than a dog all weekend...bleh! Severe chest cold!
Back to bed I go
Hugs
SueAnn
You have a cold, eh? You never hear men complain...Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteHoly Toledo! All those pumpkins carved! Now THAT'S an accomplishment. I bet the kids were tired afterwards.
ReplyDeleteLess than 10% of my clothing is a color other than black, gray or navy. :)
great pumpkins, sugar! i love the necklace and thanks for the tip about the artist. xoxox
ReplyDeleteHalloween here too, what a surprise! LOL! :)
ReplyDeleteHave a great week ahead!
safe travels to ohio...those are some really cool pumpkins...kinda glad they kept the fingers as well...smiles. and that crystal necklace is really cool!
ReplyDeleteI love the necklace. Also it was great to get to know a few things about you, good list!
ReplyDeleteBlack gray and white - sounds like my closet!
ReplyDeleteHappy Halloween, JJ!
The pumpkins are adorable.. good carving. The black, white and gray surprises me somewhat.
ReplyDeleteLove those carving and especially the last one to the right. Very cool. So much fun.
ReplyDeleteLove the pumpkins! Our elementary school has a carving contest each year.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your answers! Just add a little purple and you will have my closet!
Enjoy your trip! Perfect time to visit! Let me know if you should have a layover in St. Louis!
Happy Halloween!
liz
You had some great pumpkin carvers. What a fun thing to do at a party.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy that pimpkin ice cream and have a great trip.
Love all the pumpkin heads, I myself enjoy carving pumpkins every year.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your award and have a great Sunday,
xoxo
You are one brave brave brave Woman to do a birthday party/pumpkin carving with little ones.. I bow to you!!!!
ReplyDelete#1 is surprising - I figure you would have many different colors.
ReplyDelete#2 does not surprise me
nice pumpkins
have a good trip
that's a lot of carving you guys did there!
ReplyDeletelove the necklace!
I think you are an awesome Godmother! I have a feeling Godson agrees.
ReplyDeleteI love everything pumpkin! The pumpkins look great!
ReplyDeleteThe jack-o-lanterns look awesome!
ReplyDeleteThe jack-o-lanterns were awesome. What a fun idea for a party. Congrats on the award. Mayonaise is not a favorite of mine; I tolerate it in things like chicken, egg, or tuna salad, but on everything? ewwwww.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your visit with family!
What a fun pumpkin carving party! They look great! Safe travels to you as you travel to vist family. I am sure you will have fun time!
ReplyDeleteHappy Halloween to you and yours! XX
You know what's funny - I almost bought a crockpot at the grocery store today. I picked it up, but put it back till I checked if another place had it cheaper. I'm ging to make beef stew tomorrow and I'm sure I'll wish I would have bought it. Have a great trip to Ohio!
ReplyDeletegreat idea for the birthday party! I love that necklace and have never tried pumpkin ice cream!
ReplyDeletethat's a lot of jack o lanterns! looks like it was fun.
ReplyDeleteI love the necklace.
ReplyDeleteThis Sunday was very busy :).
I love your pumpkin designs, very pro :).
What a great idea for a birthday party! Now all I need is someone who has a birthday around Samhain!
ReplyDeleteI love you, girl!! Stopped by to wish you the very happiest of 'new years' and hope that the year ahead is filled with way more treats than tricks.
That's where the term "Great Pumpkin" came from...Great Pumpkins, Joanna. Happy Halloween.
ReplyDeleteI love fall. Everything is so beautiful, vivid, bright.
ReplyDeleteWish I would've taken more pictures this weekend...sigh, why am I always day late, dollar short.
So nice to see you. And, yes, just say no to mayo.
#1....ME TOO !
ReplyDeleteand since this year, grey is the new black....well i'm pretty much in heaven !!
All your pumpkins look so great! That sound like a great way to spend the afternoon!
ReplyDeleteSeriously awesome pumpkin carvings!! love that necklace : )
ReplyDeleteLove all the scary pumpkins! You had me a pumpkin ice cream and lost me at mayo! Have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteLove your list and congrats on your win!
ReplyDeleteThe pumpkins turned out great.
Beautiful necklace. I'll pop over there later today. Off to work soon...
ReplyDeleteGreat pumpkins!
ReplyDeleteYou don't have a crockpot? That's as much a staple in the kitchen as a FRIDGE in the Midwest!
I can't believe how many pumpkins you carved! My hand would fall off after that!
ReplyDeleteThe thought of all your mayo makes me a little queasy, but the pumpkin ice cream...oh yes!
I love my crockpot! There's nothing like coming home to dinner already cooked.
ReplyDeleteGo get one.
Congrat on your prize, very pretty!!
ReplyDeleteI love pumpkin carving parties!!
The jack-o-lanterns turned out great don't you think? I bet the party was a blast. Enjoy your visit with your family. Ask them if one of them has an extra crockpot.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots and great new crystal!
ReplyDeleteAloha from Honolulu
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Hope you have a great trip to Ohio.
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, I agree that Eddie is well worth a visit.
Congrats on the prize! I like the pumpkins too!
ReplyDeleteThat's like a whole jack-o-lantern gang!
ReplyDelete(I can't parallel park to save my life._
Love the pumpkins and congrats on the award!
ReplyDeleteOh do you think you could teach me how to parallel park? I did it once when I got my licence and I swear I have avoided doing it since. Love the jewellery - simple and classic! Must go and visit her shop. congrats on the well deserved award and what can I say about those pumpkins. Thats a lot of work!
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