Playing Around

I know I have shared that one of my very good friends just had a sweet baby boy. This has really inspired me to try some baby things. I made my very first nursing cover (totally forgot to take a picture before I gave it to her.....will have to do that next time I see her). And then I just made one of these for her sweet boy.....



Anyone know what it is?



And here is the sweet face of my newfound inspiration!! Isn't that face the sweetest? I had the pleasure of snuggling him up for a few hours the other day while mama got some rest and daddy had playtime with big brother. I can't wait to do it again.

Amy

And they're off!

Welp, my kids finally started back to school. I ain't gonna lie.......mama is super happy! I know that sounds horrible but we are ALL much happier with school starting up again. The kids were getting sick of each other and bored. So it worked out great all around. The biggest adjustment is getting everyone up and out the door so early and the craziness of dropping off 3 kids at 3 different schools. It wouldn't be so bad if they started and ended at different times. But nope, they all start and end at the same time. Right now it takes me 1 hour and 15 minutes to get them all picked up. Hoping things settle down after a few weeks.

The kids all love their teachers and are happy to be with friends again. Baylee came home with homework the second day of school. They don't joke around in 4th grade. She is loving it though.

Mollee's teacher is great and has a great sense of humor. We had the pleasure of getting to know her and her family last year when Troy coached her daughter in basketball. I really think it will be a fun year for Mollee.

Ethan is in our local T-1 program (transitional first grade). Because is so young, he qualified for this program and we are extremely happy about that. His teacher is fantastic! She seems to have endless amounts of patience and I think he will do well.

And if that wasn't enough.......all three started soccer. This all three of mine's first year playing. Practices 4 out of 5 days of the week. So we have had a very busy first week back to school!!

Here are a few pics from our first day.



Sweet Mollee.



Beautiful Baylee. She has always been my little tomboy but this year she has started to girly up a little more. Except for the shoes. Loves her Converse! :)



The girls showing off their first day of school duds. They picked them out. :)





Ethan and his teacher.



My cheesy, little handsome monkey!

Hope everyone had wonderful first days of schools and all you mamas and dads held up ok.

Amy

Last Outing - Gator Country

The kids enjoyed their last "before school starts" activity at Gator Country with their dad. I opted out of this activity because 1) It is too dang hot and 2) it gives me the creeps. I have been once with the kids and I am fine with letting that be a kids and dad trip.


My kids are fearless and sometimes that scares the crud of out me. See that camera in the picture below? Evidently they are filming some show about Gator Country that will air on CMT in March. The kids might be tv stars!! :)





Ethan....my son who is not scared of ANYTHING.





Baylee...my little tomboy and who doesn't mind getting dirty.





Mollee.....my cautious child who everyone once in a while will surprise me.





That gator is "Big Al." Supposedly he is the biggest one there. I will take their word for it.





I did this once....held a baby gator. After 2 seconds I was ready to get rid of it but wimpy Troy (that would be my hubby) wouldn't take it from me and I ended up having to hold it for about 5 minutes because every time I tried to lean down and put him in the pool, he would wiggle and I was scared he would bite me! FINALLY the guide there took him from me. NEVER again!







The kids really enjoyed it though so that is all that matters.


So what does everyone have planned this week? My kids start school tomorrow (doing a jig as I type) and I have lots to do this week.


My "to do" list consists of:



* My first ever baby quilt for this sweet little boy.




One of my closest friends just had her third. This handsome little guy named Cannon.


* Finishing up a messenger bag
* A shirt to go with one of Mollee's skirts
* More baby goodies


I am also "testing" a new eBook that will be out before long. I can't wait to give it a try. More on that later!


Happy Sunday everyone!!


Amy

Back to School Etsy Sale!!!!

Priddy Creations is Having a Sale!!

From today, Wednesday, August 19 thru Tuesday, August 25, take 10% off your entire purchase INCLUDING custom orders! For orders over $100, shipping will be FREE (U.S. shipping/addresses only). All discounts will be refunded to you via PayPal once payment has been made.

Start shopping now!!

Amy

We Have a WINNER!!

CONGRATULATIONS! Email me directly at amy.priddy@att.net with your email address to claim your prize.

A CinnamonSticks' Giveaway!

COMMENTS CLOSED!! Winner to be announced no later than Tuesday, August 18. GOOD LUCK!

Canela, the fabulous jewelry designer behind Cinnamon Sticks has graciously offered to giveaway a $35 gift certificate good towards any item in her store. Below are just a few peeks at the beautiful jewelry you can choose from.

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Now the piece below is one of my faves. In fact, I own one like this. I wear it everyday and LOVE it!

Here is what you need to do to enter:

1) Leave a comment telling me what item you like best from her store and who it would be for;

2) Become a follower of my blog;

3) Re-post the giveaway info on your blog OR retweet it on Twitter.

That simple. You do not need to leave separate comments for the 3 above things. Just let me know in one comment what all you did to earn the entries.

I will pick a winner by random drawing on Sunday, August 16. Winner will be posted no later than Monday, August 17.

Have fun shopping and best of luck!!

Amy

Etsy Shop Re-Opened and FULLY Stocked!

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I am happy to announce that my Etsy Shop has been re-opened and stocked full with lots of favorites and NEW items! Take a peek here to see what all is in it. I still have a few NEW projects to finish up this week and get in the store. These will be ready to ship. So check back soon to see those!

Hope everyone has enjoyed their Summer or is enjoying what is left of their Summer!

Amy