Springy Breakage

 Ahh. There's just something about the blooming tulips, green grass, hint of green in the foliage, and puffy white clouds contrasting the robin's egg blue sky that announces the arrival of spring in such a way that also commands a spring break immediately following. :) 

So, of course, I gladly obliged mother nature's bidding, and thoroughly enjoyed a rather splendid break last week. 


I began by indulging my crafty-side by making a wreath for the front of the house. 

Supplies:

grape vine wreath (Michael's, $4.99)

stem flowers

berry vine

wire

hot glue gun

wire cutters

Voila! One of the easiest crafts I've done recently,

and very frugal. (less than $11 total, much 

more affordable than the $50 at other stores)

Our family had a brilliant time with mom's family for a few days in Tennessee. Beautiful weather, fun activities, and lots of laughs decorated our mini vacation. Fun was had by all. :D 

We play mini golf (I sorely lost to a younger cousin...)

My cousin, Tiffany, and I. At just 3 weeks apart, we've been
close since childhood. We had a blast together! 

We enjoyed time outside by the camper, just 'catching' up. 

AND...Last (but certainly not least...)

We had an old fashioned photo taken! 

(I know, high-collar dresses aren't exactly

at the height of fashion, but it was all they had

that wasn't well...immodest, to say the least)

We had far too much fun, and laughed hilariously! 

The infamous "WHAT?! You took that already?" photo.
I'm modeling the 'deer-in-the-head-lights-look quite well.
Ha. Ha. Ha. 

The 'smile nicely' pose, which is a bit better than the first.
We had a marvelous time!

And so, though far too short, time with family was enjoyed, as well as the interruption of the daily grind. :)
Happy April! (tomorrow.)