March Madness

Graham had his first dose of Jayhawk craziness in November, but he is certainly excited to experience his first March Madness. Rock Chalk.

Somebody get that drooler a bib already. Geesh.

Ba Ba Ba

Guilty

I need to remember these sweet little faces because when I let my imagination fast forward to 18 years from now, I'm afraid these mischievous little guys might have this same guilty look.

Remake of a classic

This one is for you, Mom. An update of you favorite commercial that still gets you every time. Can't say I don't get misty eyed myself.

Gifted

Loving this online mag from Creature Comforts.

This is Your Life

As seen on Fabulous K.

Introducing Graham

At long last...Graham Hilliard Lane. Born July 16, 2010.

I've been struggling with how to properly introduce this amazing little guy to my friends and family via the blog, but no story or picture seemed to do this little miracle of ours justice until now...a GIANT, HUGE thank you to my dear friend Emily Morrison who spent four days at our house a few weeks ago and documented her visit with more than 600 photos! Today, Graham went to daycare for the first time and it was an otherwise tough day until now...

Graham - September 2010 from Emily Morrison on Vimeo.

Awkward Family Photos

Mom,

This link is mostly for your enjoyment...Awkward Family Photos. We might have one or two that may also qualify.

First Friday Roasterie Airstream Showing

Hey all! Please make sure to join me in the Crossroads on First Friday (May 7) for a showing of my work in The Roasterie Airstream at Missouri Bank. Free coffee and original work from cinderblockstudio. The show starts at 5:30 p.m.

Proud

Nick graduated from Army Ranger school in December. An amazing feat for which we are all extremely proud. It was a long, long process for a family that couldn't wait to hear from their brother or son for weeks or months on end and likely an even longer process for a soldier who faced the most grueling and challenging times in his life. We are all so very, very proud of you, Nick.

The Littlest Cheez-It

Ellie may have been the cutest little Cheez-It EVER! Em always had outlandish costumes growing up...Hershey's syrup bottle, refrigerator, giant wristwatch...so it doesn't appear that the trend will stop with her own daughter.

Annie Goes to KU

Late this past summer...back when there was sun and warmth...Chris and I took Annie to Clinton Lake in Lawrence for a romp in the lake. After a quick stop on Mass Street, Chris and I jumped back in the car and decided to drive through campus on our way to the lake. Being the total dorks that we are, we started pretending like we were dropping Annie off for her first day of college. Made a life up for her, complete with what she would major in, what sorority she would join. I know...nerds.

Annie lounges at Allen Field House.

Right before a tour at Watson Library.

A quick stop on Jayhawk Boulevard.

The Campanile.

She didn't want to jinx her possible graduation by walking through the Campanile before she received her diploma.

Overlooking Memorial Stadium, where her dad fell for Todd Reesing a few seasons earlier.

The walk of shame after a night at the Sigma Chi house. Such a slut.

Bad, bad, bad blogger

I know I have been a terrible blogger lately. I have a little nugget of an excuse. I will do my best to catch you up over the next few weeks. Check back.

Without You

So sweet and well said...by FreyaArt

Feeling Inspired

I've been shopping for a new house every Sunday. It's the first thing I do when I wake up. Funny thing is..we aren't going anywhere according to the boss. Meanwhile, I'm dreaming of DIY projects and redecorating. I found the perfect blog to get me inspired. Check out Young House Love. Flip through the before and after pictures on the house tour. It's AMAZING and I'm OBSESSED.

Grateful

i will be grateful

Smitten

Stumbled across this beautiful food blog...love, love, love it. I wish she would cook for me every day.

via Smitten Kitchen

Christmas Eve Ham Sandwiches

Because I had yet another request for Karen's famous Christmas Eve ham sandwiches, I thought I would just post the recipe here for future referral...enjoy!

Ingredients:
Pepperidge Farm rolls – 12 to a package (2 pans)
½ lb margarine
3 tbsp mustard
3 tbsp poppy seeds
½ cup chopped yellow onion
8 oz. grated cheddar cheese
8 oz. grated swiss chesse
1 lb. deli sliced ham

Directions:
Split each package of rolls horizontally. Do not separate.
Mix margarine, mustard, poppy seeds and onion together and spread on top and bottom.
Sprinkle 8 oz. grated cheddar cheese on two bottom layers.
Put ham on top of cheese.
Put grated swiss on top of ham.
Put tops of roll back on to form sandwich.
Wrap in foil.
Warm for 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees.

Dave

Going to see my main man again tonight. Two times in one tour!? I'm going straight over after work, so much thought had to be given to an outfit that transitioned from work to concert. I asked Chris if he thought Dave would like my outfit this morning. He rolled his eyes.

Thank you Westport!

Thank you to all of you that come out to see me over the weekend in Westport! I appreciate everyone's comments and wishes for a successful show. It is because of you that I keep going in my pursuit to one day make this dream a reality.

For those of you that are visiting my blog for the first time...WELCOME! I will putting up more work on Etsy this week, so please check back.