Project 365: 12.5

First Hockey Tourney

Today this family spent the day at the Carnduff rink to watch Ace play in his very first hockey tournament. It was great to watch his whole age 5 & 6 team play two games (alot for those little guys), there were lots of laughs from the stands. During one intermission Cory told Ace to stand in front of the opposing team's net to wait for the puck. Ace sure did that, he stood there for the rest of the game even though the puck was at the other end...too cute! Way to go Ace, you skated your heart out today buddy!

Scarlett kept herself busy playing with the other hockey sisters in the stands and eating candy, she was really well behaved considering how bored she was. Luckily the other Mom's brought a hockey-sister-survival-kit and let Scarlett in on the fun...another thing for this rookie hockey Mom to take note of.

Project 365: 12.4

I'm celebrating tonight...It's finally here, the launch of my new photography website! I'm so excited to share it with you!

{Starlite Studio Photography}

I love to take photographs...it's my passion! Each & every day I think about how precious life is, this must be where where my craving to capture each moment comes from. I'm so proud to be able to share that with others. I enjoy the challenge, creativity & the endless possibilities of photography. It's a job that allows me to be a busy Mom & wife and choose when I work. Stay tuned, there's much more to come!

Project 365: 12.3

If seeing these two dressed like this doesn't make you laugh, I don't know what will...oh my!

Today we did some much needed organizing in our family room upstairs. I love a clean and organized bookshelf!

I looked forward to going out for supper with these gals ALL DAY, I was so excited! Lachelle, Trina & Missy are some of the most crafty & amazing gals I know...we've all become good friends. I loved having a visit with all of them since we're all so busy and find it hard to get together. So Missy picked a date and booked us in for supper at the Olive Branch Bistro where we indulged in cheesecake...after the delicious meal of course.

Smartie Cheesecake...yummy!

Thanks for the great evening girls!

Project 365: 12.2

Just another Wednesday...finally got around to taking a self-portrait for my up & coming photography website.

Scarlett begged to go play outside in the snow before she headed to dance class. She had fun making snow angels.

Piper loves the snow!

Ace enjoyed helping Mommy around the house when he got home from school.

Project 365: 12.1

Relaxin after putting up our Christmas tree...more decorating tomorrow.

Project 365: Today

The last few weeks have been a burst of many things...the delay in getting up-to-date on my blog again was from a lack of knowing what to say??? And that is why I feel so lucky to have my photography, because when I don't know what to say, I say it in my photographs....'A picture is worth a thousand words'!

I've also been working on a few things I'm excited to reveal in the next week!

I'm refreshed, I'm back...please keep an eye on me so I don't stray again :)

Thanks for stopping by!!!

~ Starr

Only a few weeks left for Project 365...for this year!

All About Scarlett Mini Book

I love making mini albums...and my family loves looking at them! I made this one during the last retreat I attended using the Big Shot Scallop Square Die and Simply Scrappin' kits. Scarlett was so excited to see a book All About Her!

Project 365 11.30

Another holiday craft by Scarlett...I think she could start her own blog as she's been having alot of face-time on here (check out that button job...makes me giggle).

She also came home from Preschool today reciting such a cute holiday poem...I will have to video it and put it on here.

Project 365 11.29

This family tried our very first taste of a pomegranate today! One out of the four of us liked it...that would be me.

Project 365 11.28

Santa Photo

The kids enjoyed sitting on Santa's knee for a photo and to tell him what they would like for Christmas this year.

Project 365 11.27

Found this football sign while on a quick weekend trip to Minot. My Mom has brainwashed the kids to cheer for the Saskatchewan Roughriders...aka 'The Good Guys'. But there's no converting Cory...still a Calgary Stampeders fan all-the-way.

Project 365 11.26

Oxbow Mini Mall

Showcased a bit of what I do for today and tomorrow at this event...some Stella & Dot, Stampin' Up! & Starlite Studio Photography (official website launch 12.04.09).

Project 365 11.25

Another one of Scarlett's school crafts...she's decorating the place up for the holidays!

Project 365 11.24

This is a post for Dee-Ann...it's of Scarlett wearing one of Dee's favorite shirts on her...it says 'Margot et son Escargot'. Thought I'd snap a few of her in it before she grows out of it!

Project 365 11.23

Scarlett's Preschool Christmas Craft

Project 365 11.22

Today's Project 365 photo was inspired by this amazing woman...she reminds us to capture the everyday (even if it's un-exciting). And that a counter full of dirty dishes means food on the table...and our family is thankful for that!

A few details about our kitchen sink I have been receiving questions about

- Faucet - it's the Delta Allora with pull-down spout...it's got an amazing magnet in the spout to help it to retract after constant use

- Sink - it's the Franke double-bowl apron front fireclay sink

Project 365 11.21

Dinner With Girlfriends

We travelled to the village of Forget (population approx 29) this evening to celebrate my friend Jocelyn's birthday at the Happy Nun Cafe.

I was amazed by my first visit to this fantastic restaurant, just a short 50 minute trip from Oxbow. The part I was most impressed about was the warm atmosphere, delicious food and customer service.

Appetizers...

Good company...

Great conversation pieces...

Their menu is simple and it works...choose from three daily items

Cozy atmosphere...

Vintage touches...

Dessert...


Great friends...

Hot cocoa...

Happy Birthday Jocelyn (here she is with the cook)!

A great night! I think I speak for the rest of the group when I say we'll be heading back to The Happy Nun very soon!

Project 365 11.20

Little Trip to the USA

My daughter & I took a 15 minute drive down to our family US post office box this morning. I love going there and discovering the mailbox is full of specialty catalogues that we can't request/receive in Canada. They are wonderful for home decor ideas!

While on our trip, we took our time and enjoyed capturing some of the scenery along the way.

Project 365 11.19

'O' Yeah!

I've been waiting to get my hands on the new O Magazine with Oprah's special cover guest....the-one, the-only Ellen!!! Thanks Mom for picking this up for me.

FALL Letters

Wooden letters I covered with patterned paper...such an easy craft!

Project 365 11.18

Tamale Skillet

1 tbsp olive oil

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef

1 onion, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp chile powder

2 tsp cumin

1 (19 oz) can crushed tomatoes

1 (12 oz) can kernel corn

1 (14 oz) can sliced ripe olives

1/3 cup raisins

1 cup grated cheddar

Heat oil in a large skillet. Crumble fry ground beef, add onion & pepper. Add salt, chile powder & cumin. Cook, until ground beef is well done, drain excess fat if necessary. Mix in tomatoes, corn, olives, raisins & cheese. Let simmer until well warmed. Serve with tortilla chips & sour cream.

Project 365 11.17

The kids' rooms are coming together in the decorating department. Here's a wall of Ace's room that I've created for him to go with his camping theme. I used chipboard letters and covered them with Cosmo Cricket - Mr. Campy papers.

Project 365 11.16

Great Sunset!

Project 365 11.15

What's For Dinner

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary, steamed green beans & baked potatoes with shredded cheese, sour cream & chopped green onions.

For dessert...a family favorite

Brown Apple Betty with ice cream

Layer a baking dish with peeled/sliced apples

Topping:

1/2 cup margarine

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup oats

1/4 cup flour

1/2 tsp cinnamon

Stir ingredients till well mixed. Use hands to flatten out on top of fruit. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes.

Project 365 11.14

Ace's First Hockey Game

It was great to watch Ace's 6 & Under team play hockey today. Needless to say, he was so tired by the third period...he was so proud of himself for playing a good game! Way to go buddy!

Project 365 11.13

My friend Missy made my day today when she brought by this Starbucks gift. She took a Starbucks cup an decorated it so adorably...I absolutely LOVED it!

Then inside...a surprise...two Starbucks ornaments {that she knows I collect}. I am so blessed to have such a great friend...thanks Missy!

I hosted a CUPCAKE & CRAFT night for a few crafty friends. We crafted the night away, working on which-ever project we brought and had Crave Cupcakes and spiked hot chocolate.

Kendra worked on Christmas cards....

I worked on my Starbucks Friends Album...

While Trina worked on a gingerbread house...

Here's Trina's finished project...if you'd like to order one, you can make a request here on my blog, just leave a comment.

She even put little mail in the mailbox...too cute!

Project 365 11.12

I was home today with Piper and caught her sitting on our table bench like this...too cute!

Project 365 11.11

What's for Dinner

Baked Salmon with

Brown Rice Casserole

1 cup (raw) white rice

1 can sliced mushrooms

canned mushroom juice + water to make 1 1/3 liquid

2 tbsp onion soup mix

2 tbsp oil

2 tbsp soy sauce

Bake at 350 degrees F in a covered dish for 1 hour. Stir once half way thru.

Remembrance Day 2009

Lest We Forget

The kids & I walked over to the memorial park where all the Remembrance Day wreaths were displayed.

The kids are still a little young to explain what Remembrance Day is all about so I had them fill their buckets with pine cones while I took a few photos.

Scarlett with the wreaths.

Project 365 11.10

We declare this day a PAJAMA DAY!

The kids declared today to be a pajama day. They played well together all day. It was nice to have a down-lo day to rest up & enjoy my kiddos.

Project 365 11.9

I've been picking up a few new pieces to fit into my fall wardrobe lately. Lots of violets & deep purples as well as grey. Loving the plaid & stripe patterns of the season. I was so happy to discover that American Eagle has re-released their ARTIST jeans....my absolute favorite fit of-all-time for jeans!

Project 365 11.8

Starbucks Kids

Yes even our kids are hooked....on Starbucks hot chocolate, we'll save the coffee for Cory & I.

After any family trip, we're all excited to get home. The kids were so excited to see our neighbor's dog Oreo...it was so cute to see them give her such attention.

Awww!

Project 365 11.7

Mall Time

Spent our day at the mall in Minot today. A good chunk of our Christmas shopping is done (realized we had lots of handmade gifts to give this year) so we enjoyed an ice cream at the Coldstone Creamery.

Project 365 11.6

Trip to Minot

We headed to Minot for the weekend to visit with family and get some Christmas shopping started. Stayed at the Holiday Inn...the first thing the kids do when we stay at a hotel is jump on the beds.