Scrapbooking: Dangerous to National Security?

The Cutter Bee Scissors. They are a staple for many people in the crafting world. Their comfortable handles and sharp points make them perfect for delicate cutting work. I loved them so much that I had two pairs.

I often bring my cutter bee scissors to work when I am working on bulletin board projects. They are usually with me on days that I have the afterschool scrapbooking club! I keep them in the side pocket of my camera bag for easy access.

During our trip east for Christmas, Michael and I took the ferry out to see Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. The only thing I took along with me was my camera bag. Before getting on the ferry each passenger is subjected to a security screening. No problem I thought, I don't have anything to hide. So my camera bag is put through the scanner. It took quite a while for the bag to go through. Then the security officers asked if they could open up my bag. I still didn't have a problem. Then they pulled out the scissors.

I was questioned about what they were. Duh....SCISSORS! I was told that I could NOT take take them with me. They would have to be destroyed. Those are $10 scissors. I asked if I could take them to my car. Sure, but the next ferry was leaving in five minutes.

What to do? What to do? Leave them and loose a great pair of scissors or take them to the car that was 1/2 a mile away and miss the ferry? Michael being the practical man that he is said that I could just get a new pair. Painfully, I allowed my precious scissors to be taken away.

So my faithful scrapbooking friends, please be careful! You may be asked to sacrifice an important scrapbooking tool in the name of National Security.

Have a good night!

Emily

A Snowy Afternoon

A peek outside on our deck! Lovely!

Going insane: A tale of a city in distress before a flake has fallen!

The buzz here in town is the impending doom of a snowstorm that is on its way. The grocery store this evening was a MESS!!! The lines were long. People stocking up on bread and milk. Do you know how much snow they think we are going to get? 4 inches! That is right my friends, not the 36 inches that Burlington Vermont got. Just 4 inches. Laughable! School delays and closings are"featured at the bottom of my screen". A flake has yet to fall from the sky.

Growing up in Vermont, I know snow. 4 inches there is just a minor dusting. The road crews in Vermont would have it taken care of by 7:30am. The problem here is that they just don't know how to take care of the snow. There doesn't seem to be a very good plan for clearing the neighborhood streets. Back in 2004, when we had that huge snowstorm just before Christmas. It took four days before our street was cleared and the only reason is a guy who lived in our neighborhood worked for the city. Hmmmm!

So what am I to do?

A: Go into a panicked frenzy
B: Lay tarps on the front walkway to catch the snow. Then at 5:00am drag the snow over to the neighbor's front walkway. Those snow drifts are killer this year!
C: Curl up with a good book and a cup of hot chocolate. Laugh because of my superior ability to handle any weather situation! Ha!

Here is a random picture to share with you! It is from the top deck of the ferry heading towards Ellis Island. I have another story about my experience going to see the Statue of Liberty. Will have to wait for another day! It has to do with a personal item of mine being confiscated,

Sleep Dreams!
Emily

Recap of the Last Decade!

I've tried writing this post about three or four times. I never really liked how it came out. So I'm going to do what I do best and make a list :D S0 here is a recap of the last decade of my life!

1. College: Some tough times!

2. Camp Sonshine: The happiest place on earth! Sorry Disney, you have been dethroned!

3. Lived and worked in Washington DC! I miss it! I got to experience the city just before and just after 9/11.

4. Moved back to Vermont to work at St. Johnsbury Academy. Loved it! Miss it!

5. Moved to California! It was "the thing" to move to Colorado or California. I chose California. It was beautiful there. It was HOT there. I lived in the desert! What was I thinking? I had the opportunity to meet some really wonderful people. My only regret was that I didn't have a car, I would have really liked to explore more of the state. I did get up to San Diego a couple of times. It was beautiful! The weather was perfect!

6. Moved to Cincinnati. I really enjoy living in Cincinnati. Yes, I want to live closer to family, but ya know what Cincinnati is a pretty nice place. The people are friendly. There is tons of stuff to do. The price of living is reasonable!

7. Worked at CHPC. During the summer of 2004 I was a children's ministry intern at College Hill Presbyterian church. It was a great experience. I was super excited to be asked to join the staff of the church after the internship! It was a great year working there. I got bogged down with the "business" of the church. I didn't feel like I was free to do what God was calling me to do. So I left. That was a really tough ! I loved the kids and families there! The kids I worked with in the 6th grade youth group are now in 10th and 11th grade. They are driving cars and having boyfriends. Its sooooooooo weird! I feel old!

8. I met and married Michael! What cool guy! I love him and I like him too! That's important I think. He challenges me! I like that, even if I hate that. Does that make any sense? We had the coolest wedding! It was very us! We had pie instead of cake. I threw a bunch of lollipops instead of flowers. It was just fun!

9. The birth of these wonderful nieces and nephews! While I don't get to see them as often as I like, I still love and adore them. I love jumping with Lexi. I love hugging Gleris. I love talking with Reid. I love laughing with Misha. I love reading with Isaiah! I love cooking with Natalie! These kids are amazing! I am so happy that I am their Aunt.

So what is up for this new decade. Here are some goals!

1. Become a Mommy

2. Get a photo published

3. Read lots

4. Blog more! Make more blog friends!

5. Go to some kind of conference. A bloggers conference. A teacher's convention.
A storytelling conference

6. Write a children's book

7. Take a photography class!

8. Make a scrapbook using my parents and Grandparents pictures. I don't want my Grandparents stories to be lost.

Happy New Year! Happy New Decade!
:D
Emily

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to itsallgood you won! E-mail me at emilyrsps@gmail.com with your addy and I'll mail out the goodies!

Yay!

Extending the giveaway!

I've decided to throw in a little extra into the giveaway! I've added a really beautiful and soft flannel throw blanket from IKEA. It has a really cool scallopped edge! Just the right thing to wrap yourself up in as you enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and and a fun read!

I'm extending the deadline for the giveaway until January 3rd 2010 at 11:30am

Just leave a comment on one of my posts or e-mail telling me about your favorite New Year's traditions!

emilyrsps@gmail.com

:D Emily

Right Now!

This is what I'm looking at right now!