The Black Beard II which offers tours for one of the resorts in Destin, Florida. Kristmess" Buccaneers Collection was perfect for these photos.

This is my Father & his younger sister from around 1912. I feel so lucky to have all the old photos I have. I am gradually getting them scanned in & scrapped. DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Enchanted by You http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24022

Memphis" Victorian Village is comprised of a row of homes that were built on what was the outskirts of Memphis throughout the mid 1800"s. DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Timeless Treasures http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24018

One of the the beautiful scenes we saw at Stone Mountain in Atlanta, Georgia. October 2008. Connie Prince (DigiDiva) - Feeling Fresh http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24010

My youngest furbaby, Buddy, when he was just a baby. He is now a 2 year old 14 pound baby -- and definitely loved (and spoiled). DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Enchanted by You http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24022

Some of early photos with my family. I"m 2 months old here. Kathryn Estry, All About Him Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24110

One of my co-worker"s little girl, Sophia. Kathryn Estry - Bright & Swirly Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24118

These are small, social, burrowing animals that live in colonies. While the clan is foraging or playing, one member will stand sentry. This fellow was very alert and was definitely watching us as much as we were watching them! Memphis Zoo, June 2008 I thought the colors in Kristmess" versatile Buccaneers Collection worked perfectly.

I am lucky to have many photos of my Daddy growing up. These old photos are such a treasure. Kathryn Estry, All About Him Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24110

Going through old photos, I found a set of wonderful portrait photos labeled roomies and a name on each. It is so amazing to know these women knew my Mother when she was 19. I almost did one layout with all the photos and then decided each of these lovely ladies deserved a page of their own. Meet Myrtle A. from 1933, a friend of my Mom"s. I used Kathryn Estry"s Daydreams Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24123

Phlox are one of my favorite flowers and one I can actually grow. I was thrilled to find it in bloom at the Memphis Botanical Garden during our visit in June, 2008. Kathryn Estry"s Daydreams Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24123

Fun cruises are available on the Black Beard II in Destin, Florida I used a Quick Page from Kristmess" Buccaneers Collection

The Washington State coast is so beautiful and peaceful. This is one of the views from our Pacific Northwest vacation. Kristmess" Buccaneers Collection

This was the first really large stained glass window I made -- 3 feet x 3 feet. It is still one of my favorites and stays on permanent display in my kitchen window. Kristmess - Fun At The Fair Collection

The lighthouse museum housed wonderful memorabilia depicting the island’s history such as this antique carousel horse. I used a Quick Page from Kristmess" Fun At The Fair Collection.

This photo from 1953 shows my early love of gardening. Kristmess: Sunflowers Collection

This is my mother with her brother and sister. I just love this picture and the expression on their faces is priceless. I so wish I had a story to go with this but all I know is Kewanee about 1919. You can almost guess it is their first time to see these farm animals. DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Timeless Treasures http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24018

This is a photo of my Father & his two sisters from 1914. I am lucky to have tons of old photos of my parents when they were young. DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Timeless Treasures Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24018

This little girl was one of the sweetest furbabies to ever live with me. She had such a lovable personality. We lost her in April to cancer. I think of her often. She is missed. DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Timeless Treasures http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24018

My oldest furbaby, Rusty. He can sleep in some of the craziest poses. I can only guess this is comfortable for him! This is a scraplift of Armina"s Yuma in Pink 2 DigiDiva (Connie Prince) - Timeless Treasures http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24018

This was an actual operating vintage carousel exhibit at the Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, Vermont. Kristmess - Fun At The Fair Collection

A snowy scene from our trip to Colorado in "06.Jen Maceyunas" wonderful collection, Jack Frost"s Jubilee, is perfect for wintery layouts.

Buddy is such an energetic kitty and loves to play, but her prefers not to play alone. He knows just the look to give me to win me over to pay some attention to him.I used Kristmess" wonderful kit, Celebrate.

My furbaby, Buddy, loved to hide under the tree last year. Surprisingly, he didn"t try to play with any of the ornaments. Kristmess: Kristmess Wishes Collection

The backyard at my sister"s house in Colorado during our visit. We definitely had a white Christmas. I used Jen Maceyunas" Jack Frost"s Jubilee. It has wonderful colors & elements for a snowy layout.

Since I live in Texas and we rarely get snow, winter photos from my sister in Colorado are such a treat. Kathryn Estry"s Emerald Ice has wonderful colors & textures to coordinate with snowy photos. Her edge cluster is awesome and worked perfectly. http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=25685

This beautiful swan stopped for a rest at the lake behind my sister’s house in Colorado. One of the perks of country living. Kathryn Estry"s Emerald Ice. I thought the colors were perfect for what I wanted. I used two of the papers to create the blended background.

This is the precious daughter of one of my co-workers. I thought her little outfit went well with Kristmess" Bon Voyage Collection

Going through old photos, I found a set of wonderful portrait photos labeled roomies and a name on each. It is so amazing to know these women knew my Mother when she was 19. I almost did one layout with all the photos and then decided each of these lovely ladies deserved a page of their own. Meet Grace S. from 1933, a friend of my Mom"s. I used Kathryn Estry"s wonderful Daydreams Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24123

The Memphis Botanical Garden is a lovely, serene place full of shaded walkways, water features and secluded paths. Kathryn Estry, All About Him Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24110

My Aunt Milton was very special to me. I have many fond memories of our visits with her when I was growing up. My sister was lucky enough to be near where she lived when she celebrated her 92nd birthday. Kathryn Estry - Bright & Swirly Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24118

We started our New England vacation with a visit with my husband"s brother and his wife. We took a wonderful lunch cruise on Lake George. It was the perfect way to start our trip. I thought Kristmess" Bon Voyage Collection was perfect for this LO.

Mystic Seaport is the largest maritime museum in North America. You are able to board meticulously restored vessels, including the Charles W. Morgan, the last wooden whaleship. This was a fascinating stop on our vacation. The maritime theme of Kristmess" Bon Voyage Collection was just perfect to use with these photos.

We received this photo by email from a co-worker who was on vacation. Guess this was her version of "having a great time"! Kristmess, Bon Voyage Collection http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=24132

An authentic triple-deck paddle-wheeler offering tours of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Kristmess, Bon Voyage Collection