Friday, March 28, 2025

You Are So Beautiful To Me


Calvinball Layout #20
A layout for my sister. Journaling: Mama, our first and best cheerleader, has been gone for a year. It’s time for us to pick up her mantle of positivity and lift each other up. You are all these things and so much more. I love you!

Beautiful You by Studio Basic and Designed by Soco
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Fiesta Then Siesta

 


Calvinball Layout #19
My mom-in-law, Judy, also known as "Mom" and "Nanny" turned 80 years old at the end of February. We had a taco fiesta for her mid-March. Greg and Vanessa hosted and provided the cake and decorations, Jay made all the food, and I made the slideshow, party sign, and guest book. Don't you think she looks way younger? I do!

Fiesta Mexicana Bundle by Clever Monkey Graphics
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Fiesta-Mexicana-Bundle-by-Clever-Monkey-Graphics.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Beary Merry

 


Calvinball Layout #18
I love being with my niece Vanessa and getting silly. It doesn't matter where we are, you can be sure that we are laughing and doing something fun. Christmas Day is the perfect time to celebrate. I love that Olivia photo bombed our selfies!

Beary Christmas by Studio Liv
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Beary-Christmas-by-Studio-Liv.html
Say What You Wanna Say by Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Say-What-You-Wanna-Say-by-Fiddle-Dee-Dee-Designs.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Paradise

 


Calvinball Layout #17
Photos of Olivia at Pensacola Beach when she was just a few days away from her 16th birthday.

Island Time by Traci Reed
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Island-Time-by-Traci-Reed.html
Island Time Stickers by Traci Reed
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Island-Time-Stickers-by-Traci-Reed.html
Scraplift of Here Comes Fun Layout by Tara @the_paper_snob
https://www.instagram.com/p/C8fZA4pv4pJ/?img_index=1
Scraplift Saturday on Traci Reed Designs Blog
https://www.tracireed.com/journal/scraplift-saturday-hybrid-team-member-tara
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Thursday, March 20, 2025

Memories

 

Calvinball Layout #16

We had a photo shoot in Mama's living room to highlight three generations of UWF Alumnae ~ Mama, me, and Olivia ~ in the Connections magazine for alumni and friends. The photos were taken January 17th. The UWF Connections Spring 2024 issue was released two weeks after Mama's death. Now, at almost a full year since she left us, Mama's name is the first in the list of In Memoriam alumni in the latest Connections issue. I miss you every day, Mama, and I'm so grateful for everything you poured into our lives. Anna, Olivia, and I are strong, educated women, and we live on beautifully, following your example. Photo taken 1/17/24 and journaling from a FB post on 10/7/24.

Memories From The Past Bundle by Studio Basic
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Memories-From-The-Past-Bundle-by-Studio-Basic.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Wanted: Fun and Adventure!

 


Calvinball Layout #15
Some of my earliest memories of Uncle Jack include him playing guitar. He played in church often. He ended up with neck pain that kept him from playing. I took these photos after he had neck surgery. He played “Chattanooga Shoe Shine Boy.”

Ride On Cowboy Bundle by Little Butterfly Wings and Sweet Doll Designs
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Ride-On-Cowboy-bundle-by-Little-Butterfly-Wings-and-Sweet-Doll-designs.html
Happy Campers Bundle by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Happy-Campers-Bundle-by-Kristin-Cronin-Barrow.html
Scrap Your Stories: Captured by Kristin Cronin-Barrow and Studio Flergs [retired]
Note To Self: Flourish Bundle by Studio Basic and Kristin Cronin-Barrow
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Note-To-Self-Flourish-Bundle-by-Kristin-Cronin-Barrow-and-Studio-Basic.html
Center Stage Collection by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Center-Stage-Collection-by-Kristin-Cronin-Barrow.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Friday, March 14, 2025

Behind The Lens


 Calvinball Layout #14

We went to Daddy's to hang out with my siblings. I brought my new camera, my first DSLR, to practice and adjust settings. Olivia was using my old camera and took pics of me in action. [4/26/10]

Our Story Matters Bundle by Traci Reed
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter
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Moving Forward

Calvinball Layout #13
I always love the freshness of the new year. The months stretch out in front of me, full of possibility. 2024 wasn’t like that. It was beyond terrible. I couldn’t do anything but try to hold myself together. Now that 2025 is here, I’m only looking back to see that I made it and I’m moving forward.

A New Path Collection + FWP by Tracie Stroud
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/A-New-Path-Collection-FWP-by-Tracie-Stroud.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Today's Adventure

 


Calvinball Layout #12
I spent the weekend with Uncle Jack and Aunt Jan. We went out to eat, we went shopping, we watched TV shows and movies, we went to church, and we took a nap or two. On Monday, Aunt Jan and I organized and crafted in her amazing craft room. Being with them makes me so happy. I'm such an introvert, but going to their place fills me up and I come home with a renewed appreciation for all my loved ones. So I'll just say "see you soon" - and I will!

Uncharted Bundle by Amanda Yi and Meagan's Creations
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Uncharted-Bundle-by-Amanda-Yi-and-Meagan-s-Creations.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Sunday, March 9, 2025

Everyday Stories

 


Calvinball Layout #11
These photos were taken about two weeks before President Trump declared a nationwide emergency, and states began shutdowns for schools and a variety of businesses. We had no idea that we wouldn’t be shopping in stores for months and months. So glad we stocked up on supplies! Olivia and I went to Michael’s in Pace to shop for Happy Planner supplies. The shelves were restocked, and we were able to get someof the new releases as well as some accessories that were on sale or clearance. Love our happy faces and Happy Planners! Olivia Ashcraft

Our Story Matters Bundle by Traci Reed
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Our-Story-Matters-Bundle-by-Traci-Reed.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Saturday, March 8, 2025

Captured

 


Calvinball Layout #10
Part of my memory keeping process is using a Happy Planner. I keep track of appointments and activities, and even make notes that come in handy when I’m scrapping later.

Our Story Matters Bundle by Traci Reed
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Our-Story-Matters-Bundle-by-Traci-Reed.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Chinese Birthday Dinner


Calvinball Layout #9
Chinese Birthday Dinner for Olivia's 28th birthday!

Eating Out Chinese Collection Bundle by Meagan's Creations
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Eating-Out-Chinese-Collection-Bundle-by-Meagan-s-Creations.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Hip Hip Hooray


Calvinball Layout #8
A layout about Olivia's 28th birthday we celebrated this year.

Hip Hip Hooray by Laura Wilkerson and Amanda Yi
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Hip-Hip-Hooray-by-Amanda-Yi-and-Laura-Wilkerson.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Spring Forward

 


Daylight Saving Time by Meagan's Creations

https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Daylight-Saving-Time-by-Meagan-s-Creations.html

Daylight Saving Time Cards by Meagan's Creations

https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Daylight-Saving-Time-Cards-by-Meagan-s-Creations.html

Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter


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Simply Can't Live Without

 

Little Things That Bring Us Joy Bundle by Studio Basic and Just Jaimee

https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Little-Things-That-Bring-Us-Joy-Bundle-by-Studio-Basic-and-Just-Jaimee.html

Believe In The Good Templates by Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs

https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Believe-In-The-Good.html

Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter


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Keeper of Our Memories

 


Calvinball Layout #5
This spot in our office is the place where I work my magic and keep our memories. I am the documenter and storyteller of our life. My setup includes two monitors that make digiscrapping so much easier. I love this passion of mine!

Our Story Matters Bundle by Traci Reed
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Our-Story-Matters-Bundle-by-Traci-Reed.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Digital Scrapper

 


Calvinball Layout #4
This is a layout about my work and scrapping space. At our old house, it was in the den and in the middle of everything. It was hard to get quiet time! This documents the sign I made and had to alter with a post-it note to show that I was SCRAPPING DO NOT DISTURB! I'm in a dedicated room now, so I can shut the door.

Happy Hobby Scrapbooking Bundle by Blagovesta Gosheva
https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/Happy-Hobby-Scrapbooking-bundle-by-Blagovesta-Gosheva-bgosheva08391.html
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Magical Lights


 Calvinball Layout #3

Photo of me at the Osborne Spectacle of Lights at Hollywood Studios/Walt Disney World. This was the last year the lights were at the park. I loved the lights dancing to the music. It was so pretty!

Remember The Magic Mickey Christmas Collection by Studio Flergs
Autumn Stories Collection by Studio Flergs
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Monday, March 3, 2025

I Love Us


 Calvinball Layout #2

Photo of me and my sister on Christmas Eve 2024. I love that she is my sister and my bestie.

Besties by Laura Wilkerson and Amanda Yi
Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter

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Cute As Can Be

 


Calvinball Layout #1

Photos of my sweet Piper who enjoys being covered up with a blanket, even during the summer.


World of Color II by Sweet Shoppe Designs

https://www.sweetshoppedesigns.com/sweetshoppe/FLASHBACK-FINALE-World-of-Color-2-by-Sweet-Shoppe-Designs.html

Fonts are Stamp and Traveling Typewriter


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