Canvas of the Heart

3-12-2013 I have a new addiction.  I recently found the HGTV channel on Dish network.  Who knew that people sporting hard hats, hammers, and funny lookin' goggles could be so entertaining?!? One day, after being sucked into about 4 episodes  I asked myself what's so doggone exciting about this channel?  Why do I keep turning to it when I have a free moment?  And then it hit me...most of these shows are about "redemption."  There was something in me that connected with people taking foreclosed or beat up homes and making them beautiful again.  Not only were the homes made beautiful, but also functional.  Even better, with every remodel agents would always appraise the homes at much higher values.  Sometimes people would totally update a new home and give it a completely new look.  Other times, they would find the bones of a home like an old brick wall or special wood details and shine up the old features bringing the character an...

BEFORE AFTER 3-9-2013 "Lashes" our Mini-Schnauzer was wayyyyyyy overdue for a day at the doggie spa. All in one day, she was fluffed, puffed, buffed and brushed! Her groomer said she was "diggin" the chicken-flavored toothpaste. So glad they just make that for dogs! 

3-9-2013 We are so proud of Conner and his Uptempo singing group! Today they competed at Districts and earned a 1 (the highest rating you can earn) from the judge.  Conner sings the tenor part. They will go on to compete at State which is a high honor! Russell and Barbara (his grandparents) came and cheered him on today and Barbara captured the picture (to the left) and a video of each song (see links for each song below).Thanks for being the picture/video queen Barbara and way to go Conner!!! Conner's 1st Song Conner's 2nd Song