Early in the week as I so often find myself, I happened upon a new blog. A very energetic Laura at The Paper Trail http://followingthepapertrail.blogspot.com made this really neat Envelope Accordion Mini on June 9th. I just had to give it a try for my hubby's birthday.
While hubby was outside being busy, I got busy hunting through a laundry basket full of memories. Not knowing when he might come into the house, I hurried though lots picture albums and pictures still in the envelope you receive after developing. Asking myself over and over, do I want to use this picture or that picture. After almost an hour of being sneaky, I settled on many great old pictures. As time was getting away from me, I went to my favorite office supply store and laser copied my favorite pictures. I was sure it would be faster than getting pictures copied. Now, to get the pictures and photo albums home, put back where they belonged and get to work creating something special for my hubby's 60th birthday! I really enjoyed find the pictures and putting together this trip down memory lane for my hubby's birthday! What do you think?
On Friday at 3 in the morning, Randy and I got up and ready to take off for Plainfield, Indiana. It's near Indianapolis. Toby (Randy's son) was graduating from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy! It was sooo worth it to me to have had taken Friday (June 9th) off from work, to be with Randy.
Toby graduated from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) yesterday morning as expected, but what wasn't expected were the 2 of 3 awards that were awarded to Toby. The Firearms Proficiency Award He received this top marksman award by scoring 238, 240 and 240 out of a possible 240. Toby was also awarded Herman H Freed Award. Herman H. Freed died in 2004. Freed has often been referred to as the "Father of the Law Enforcement Academy" as Freed immediately saw the need for appropriate training for recruits and was instrumental in ILEA's beginning. Of the 91 recruits who started out in Toby's class only 66 graduated. Toby also missed the Academic Achievement Award by only .03 of point. WAY TO GO TOBY!
To finish out the week, a celebration of Toby's graduation and Randy's birthday was had. Boston Butts were smoked all day, lots of covered dishes were carried to the party and great music was played by Toby and his band. Great enjoyment was had by family, friends and Toby and his fellow 6 graduating sheriff deputies.
Until next time... Debbie
Supplies used: Tim Holtz Lost and Found paper stack, Tim Holtz assorted idea-ology embellishment collections, Tim Holtz dies Flourishes and Tatter Florals , Tim Holtz Distressing Tool, cover scripting is computer generated Angelic Wars font, assorted comments also computer generated. An assortment of cardstock from my stash.
Hi Deb! Gosh, I'm sooooooo behind in visiting!! Wow, your photo/memory holder is gorgeous. I love it, and think I might have to try this. Very cool, I'm sure Randy loved it! And wow, congrats on the major accomplishment by his son!! Holy cow, that's awesome! hugz, Mary
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