• scrapbooking, smilebox

    Free Printable Vintage Bookmarks


    Free Mother's Day printable from Smilebox.

     

    Express how much the moms in your life mean to you, with these sweet printable bookmarks for mom, grandma, daughter, sister or friend. Print for free, and add a thoughtful touch and thankful message to Mother’s Day greetings or gifts. Download and personalize this Vintage Charm Greeting for a coordinated Mother’s Day gift from Smilebox.

  • family historian, family tree, Genealogy

    New Branch to our Tree

    Sandias

    Sandia Mountains New Mexico

     

    I was blessed this past weekend to travel to the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico and celebrate my cousins wedding with her. She was my maid of honor nearly 9 years ago when I walked down the isle and being part of her wedding party was such an honor. She has grown into a lovely  woman and has found true love. The entire trip was so much fun, I never wanted for it to end. On Friday she took us Bridesmaids out for some pampering, and then that afternoon I spent some time with my Aunt before the wedding rehearsal. We didn’t have enough time to scan photos again, however, she did give me my Grandma’s Durbin Book and a tin of stuff my Grandma had collected little things from me over the years. On Saturday, we all celebrated her special moment and had so much fun.

     

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    My youngest 3 and my Best Friend Kim.

     

    I still haven’t had a chance to sit down from returning this weekend to really look through the Durbin book, but did browse through tonight. It was amazing to find typed letters to my Aunt, and Great Grandfather in there dating back to the 1970s. There were emails from my Grandma to Edna( also known as Bubbles) about Henry Durbin. Grandma had all sorts of emails printed and filed away in several filing cabinets. She was always keeping every little piece of correspondence from family.  I am looking forward to getting some time to browse through this book soon and preserve it for others in the family.

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    Crystals Wedding-001

     

  • digital photo, digital photos, digital scrapbooking, Shutterfly

    Shutterfly’s 10 Best Gifts & Giveaway

    Mother’s Day is around the corner. Are you ready? I have been so busy getting ready for my cousins wedding this week that it kinda sneaked up on me. I know that Shutterfly always have great gifts that mom loves. From Photobooks, to mugs, home decor and everything mom loves-memories of her family.

    Shutterfly 10 Best Gifts

    Shutterfly Best Gift Ever

     

    Shutterly has a wonderful fun list of the best top Shutterfly 10 best gifts! It’s a wonderful way to help us give the best gifts for Mother’s Day, Graduation, and Father’s Day!

    I have loved all of the items I have bought from Shutterfly, my mug that I use often, and my Vinyl wall art.

    Shutterfly decals

    I am so happy to be hosting another wonderful Shutterfly Giveaway. Both the winner and myself will receive a 16 Oz Stainless Steal Mug plus shipping costs covered. Here is the link to Rafflecopter and the Giveaway 🙂

    a Rafflecopter giveaway

  • preserving photos

    Summertime essentials

    We are slowly warming up here in Utah, and seeing beautiful signs of Spring. Our family is really looking forward to getting out and having fun in the sun. I wanted to share these wonderful must haves for Families this coming summer.

    Here are 10 beach must haves every family should get this summer

    1. SwimZip Swimwear
    SwimZip is UV 50+ swimwear that makes putting on and taking off a wet sticky
    swimsuit a breeze! SwimZip has a full-length zipper down the front which makes it
    easy to put-on and take-off, and it comes as a two piece set so if you have a little
    one with diapers the changes are quick!
    SwimZip blocks 99% of the UVA and UVB cancer causing rays from your little one’s
    skin! You don’t have to worry about applying sunscreen where the SwimZip covers
    and kids can spend hours of fun in the sun sunburn free!
    $17.99 – $29.99
    Available at
    2. The Noblo Umbrella Buddy
    Invented by two moms to stop fly away beach umbrellas (and the injuries that can
    result from this), the Noblo is a simple to use beach umbrella anchor. Three easy
    steps: 1) Fill noblo with sand, 2) velcro to beach umbrella, and 3) relax at the
    beach. Noblo will take care of your beach umbrella.
    $14.99
    Available at

    3. Zoe b organic Beach Toys

    Made from corn, not petroleum.

    •Safer for our kids: no toxic chemicals like BPA, phthalates.

    •Safe for our oceans: If washed out to sea, our toys will fully break down in 2-3 years (not 500 years, like ordinary plastic).

    •The world’s first biodegradable beach toys.

    •Made in USA.

    •5 pieces set: bucket, sifter/lid, shovel, 2 cups.

    •Color: turquoise/lime, pink/orange

    $22.00
    Available at

    4. ShowNo beach towel
    ShowNo is the ultimate kids 3-in-1 towel. It’s a bath towel, a cover up and a
    changing towel all in one!
    • No More having to carry everyone’s towel (along with everything else) to the
    beach… kids can wear them!
    • No More having to dry off and wrap up kids after bath time… they can dry
    off and cover up on their own!
    • No More having to hold a towel like a drape for kids to change behind in
    privacy… they can put on their ShowNo and change all by themselves!
    $19.99
    Available at

    5. Bogg Bag
    Lack of beach bags that could suit a family’s needs sparked the creation of the
    bogg™ bag. Needs were simple: a bag large enough to carry everything, that
    wouldn’t fall over and spill, and that could be rinsed at the end of the day. After
    coming up short, the founders decided to make their own. Use at the beach, pool,
    gym, school, for shopping or play, the Bogg Bag comes in three great sizes and
    many great color options. You’ll look great carrying them wherever you go! Want to
    make your bogg™ unique? Customize and accessorize with fun bogg™ bits
    accessories. Fun. Functional. Fashionable.
    $59.99
    Available at
    6. SoYoung Insulated Cooler Bags
    Perfect for bringing your drinks and snacks to the beach! Now with an easy clean,
    leak proof insert for easy cleaning and to help avoid staining from spills. Use it as a
    bottle bag for baby, pack your child’s drinks and snacks in it, or leave the kids at
    home and take your lunch with you wherever you go. Need an extra hand? These
    versatile bags can be snapped onto stroller handlebars or worn in either messenger
    or backpack style.
    $36.95 (Canadian currency)
    Available at
    7. Eye Cream Shades
    Eyes Cream Shades is a leader in providing quality sunwear for kids ages 6 months
    and above. As everyone knows, sunglasses are not “toys” or novelty items, but
    serve an important health function -protecting precious eyes. All Eyes Cream frames
    are fashion forward, comfortable, as well as durable; and all lenses are
    polycarbonate and provide 100% UVA&UVB protection. Many celebrity moms and
    dads sport their little ones in the Eyes Cream Shades brand.
    $22.50
    8. Sand Gone
    Sand Gone is an amazing dry powder that when applied to sandy parts of your
    body, removes the sand leaving you skin soft and smooth. Made with all natural
    ingredients with a hint of coconut fragrance; a must for Beachgoers.
    $12.95
    9. S’well Water Bottle
    S’well is a fashionable, reusable, sustainable water bottle company. Their bottles
    are double walled in stainless steel leaving liquids cold for 24 hours and hot for 12.
    Not only will you have a great water bottle for the beach, but you will help in
    S’well’s effort to bring clean water to the world’s poorest communities. Water is
    essential for life, but one billion people (one sixth of the world’s population) do not
    have safe access to it. To address this crisis, S’well is a proud to partner with

    WaterAid.

    The bottles feature a quartz finish (no-slip) for that much-needed, sweaty-hand grip
    – perfect for the beach on a hot day.
    $35
    10.Dr. Robin All Natural
    Chemical-Free Sunscreen SPF 30+
    Made in California and specially formulated by a Pediatric Dermatologist. Believing
    less is more, Dr. Robin created this broad spectrum mineral sunscreen without
    irritating chemicals, phthalates, parabens, or fragrance. Dr. Robin’s special
    formula is: Gluten-free/ Water Resistant/ Formulated to minimize allergic reaction/
    Coral Reef Safe.

    Dr. Robin is Robin Schaffran, M.D., a caring mom who happens to be a Beverly Hills

    Dermatologist.
    $24

    Available at http://www.drrobin.md

  • Ancestry.com, brick wall, family, family historian, family reunions, family tree, free, Genealogy

    Census Research


     

    I really learned a lot last year while I volunteered transcribed the 1940’s US Census. It was very fun and educational at the same time.

    Right now this month’s value pack at Shop Family Tree is  the Census Research Value pack. This pack will help you find websites with census records and dates. What to expect when using the 1940 census and how to access online census records for free. How to use the major online census collections at Ancestry.com, HeritageQuest Online and other sites. How the different sites’ records and indexes compare to each other. Teach you search strategies for finding elusive ancestors and why you may not be able to find a certain census record.  These tips for becoming a smarter and more efficient census searcher will help in your research.

    Here is a great video from Youtube on the 1940’s US Census from National Archives.

     

     

  • family reunions, family tree, Genealogy

    US History Pocket Reference

    Family Tree has a special on this handy Genealogist resource, The Genealogist’s U.S. History Pocket Reference. In this book you will find resources that will help you better understand the eras in which your ancestors lived. You will also have a quick reference of historic events that your Ancestors may have been part of. My Grandma and her parents were very involved Roman Catholic and participated in the Annual May Crowing each year.

    Maycrowning Grandma

     

    There are lots of  history-related trivia and fast facts that you will really enjoy. This book is also great for students or teachers focusing on History.

    It is important to understanding the historic events of your ancestors’ eras and how they can unlock many additional records in your family history research. In this pocket reference  it covers the major political, military and social events in the United States from the colonial era through 1940. Also included is immigration trends and census dates to help you narrow your research focus and find genealogy records faster.

    The pocket reference is packed full of Timelines, charts, quick lists and maps, popular foods, songs and books of each era. There are timelines of wars and other military events; along with dates for federal, state and special censuses. You will also find Immigration data including major ports and countries of origin. This is a must have in your Genealogy Collection.

  • digital photo, digital photos, family historian

    Shutterfly Mothers Day’s Deals

    I often post deals and giveaways that I host with Shutterfly. Shuterfly is a photo developing company that has a wide selection of Photobooks to Home Decor. Here are some great deals for Mother’s Day!

    AFFILIATE EXCLUSIVE – From 4/18 through 4/24, use promo code 5FREECARDS to get 5 free 5×7 or 5×5 cards from Shutterfly.com

    From 4/18 through 4/24, use promo code BOOK40 to get 40% off photo books from Shutterfly.com!

    Saturday 4/20 and Sunday 4/21, use promo code MOMSWORLD to get a free magnet

    Receive 1 free card from Shutterfly.com with codeCARD4U

    Receive free shipping on all Shutterfly.com orders of $30+ with promo code SHIP30 offer valid through 4.30