Cake Wrecks

I had soooooo much fun photographing the "World Tour" book signing of "Cake Wrecks" at Borders in Winter Park last night!! It was the opening of their tour and Jen & John Yates were FABULOUS!! Have you seen her blog, Cake Wrecks? It's a hoot! But, I have to say, the book is even better! Yes, I mean it! Go look at a copy and you'll just HAVE to buy it!

Have you ever been to a book signing? It's a blast! Especially at Borders where they are VERY accomodating! Kudos to Borders!

And, who was selected to make the cake for 'Cake-Wrecks-World-Tour-Opening-In-Orlando'? Our very own Something Sweet Cake Studio!! Johnnie made a HUGE pop-up book cake with their top 'crazy cakes' Springing to life!! It was fabulous! She not only makes THE best tasting and most AWESOME decorated cakes in Florida, she has a terrific sense of humor! EVERYONE LOVED IT!!! Jen & John were thrilled!! So was the crowd----and there was a large group there! Opening night was exceptional!!

Books sold like hotcakes at Borders.

Johnnie's amazing 'Cake Wreck' Cake!

Jen Yates---the bright and witty author (and pretty, too)!

Jen & her fabulous, fun book!

Yes, that is a naked, mohawked baby riding on a carrot and a turd with flies on the other cake!!

Jen & John kidding around during the interview. They were sooooo much fun!

Another view of this wild and whacky cake!

A shot of the crowd.

Jackie Cockerhan was the winner of the contest to make a cupcake sized replica of your favorite cake wreck. She made one of the divorce cakes.

Another Cake Wreck brought to life by Something Sweet Cake Studio.

Another Cake Wreck brought to life by Something Sweet Cake Studio.

Another view of the awesome crowd!

I'm so glad to have been a part of this!!

Too Funny Not To Share!

Go ahead and use this---we all can at one time or another! Just right click and save! Enjoy!

After Rain

This is a painting (by my youngest daughter) on the back of a calendar that we got from a chinese restaurant. Why let an outdated calendar go to waste? Stormy loves to create art! I am always inspired by her vision. So, I took this painting and hung it over my laptop so that I remember how important it is for a little rain in our lives. Symbolism through the eyes of a child.

I hope it makes you smile today.

Sunflower

Growing, glowing, heavy and ripening. Taking in the sun and radiating it. Our solitary sunflower.

Indian River Festival

We visited the Indian River Festival on Friday night. It's a fabulous Titusville Tradition! There was lots to do, see and participate in Thursday through Sunday. Our weekend plans were filled so our only time to share in this year's party was on Friday. Here is a glimpse of our night. Feel free to use any of the fun and crazy images as your personal desktop image!

We arrived at twilight, just as the lights began to glow. Do you recognize anyone in this picture?

Look who else came, too!

Fun rides and games! The grounds were extremely clean, the attendants very courteous and professional, and the rides were lit beautifully!

Making a decision.

She hasn't even gotten off the ride completely and before her feet touch the ground, she has her cell phone in hand. Who will she call? Who will she text?

Stormy had lots of fun playing games and eating lots of carnival foods!

The Indian River Festival is a joy to attend! It's well maintained and our own TPD was in strong force to assure family fun and safety! I can't wait until next year! I hope to see you there!

NASA

NASA held family day on Saturday and we had THE GREATEST TIME!! My sister, Rhonda, and her husband, George, work out there and they invited their family to share in their work world. What a fabulous adventure! I got so many INCREDIBLE shots! These are just a few! Take a look!

If you recognize some of these control panels, you just may be an original rocket scientist!! Our day started out on the Air Force side and we visited old Blockhouses (that's the original launch control rooms for those of you who do not know) and original launch pads.

While on the Air Force side, we visited the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse!! What a treat that was for me and Scott! As lighthouse fans, we have always wanted to visit the light in our backyard! However, it is a very rare occurance for it to be open to the public. After all these years, we finally were able to see it!

You won't believe what happened next: we visited the shuttles-----that's right, SHUTTLES ON THE PADS!!! NASA allowed families to drive by each pad and see the last time that two shuttles would be on the pads at the same time. Rhonda & George had previously taken me out there for a close encounter with a shuttle lift off, and I have been on tours-----but NEVER anything like this!! What a wonderful, historical event!!! It was breathtaking and very moving to see those majestic ships sitting along our seashore, poised for their next lift off! I shall never forget the thrill of this day!

Atlantis on Pad A and Endeavour on Pad B.

Reduced speed ahead? I don't think so, America! WE LOVE OUR SPACE PROGRAM!!!

Easter Lily

On Easter morning we found a solitary lily in bloom. It sat there, a lonely plant, forgot from last year. So, it blossomed to remind us of things forgotten...to remind us, to remember....many things. It was a beautiful surprise! I have created a vintage look to this lily because they are so timeless and remind me of times gone by----enjoy it as your desktop image!

Blue Springs

It was a great day at the swimmin' hole! We played and had a picnic: good times with good friends! Isn't it wonderful how pictures bring back fabulous memories? I think everytime I look at these pictures I will remember the sound of laughter and splashing water, the feel of the cool, wet springs and the smell of the fresh, green outdoors.

You might like #2 as a desktop---right click and save! I'm gonna use #1 for right now----our precious kids caught in a brief moment of splendid childhood! :) Lord, never let me forget this beautiful moment.....

Free Desktop: Hydrangea's

Taken during a wedding on a South Carolina Plantation named Middleton Place. It was a beautiful place for a wedding! Just right click on the picture and save it for your desktop!

New Desktop Image to Share

Right click and save this to use as your desktop image. It was taken when we were on a cruise in Alaska in 2003. I've added a sepia distressed texture and rounded corners. Pretty cool. Maybe it'll take you away to the glaciers....if only for a moment. Enjoy!

Desktop Wallpaper

Here is "Victorian Rose". I thought it would be fun to share images for you to use as desktop wallpaper on your computer! I enjoy changing mine (depending on my mood, the season...whenever I feel like looking a something different). Right click and take it away! Enjoy!