That's Just What A Mom Would Do

One of my kids said, "Mom, I want to show you this picture." It was so cute I couldn't help saying, "Aww. That's just what a mom would do." They thought I would like it and the more I thought about it I realized that this is what my child sees in me. Aww! I love you, too, Son.

There are so many to look at, would you like to see more pictures? Click here.

Blessings,

There's a New Name Written Down in Glory

Eva's husband, Tom, was baptized tonight in the precious name of Jesus. Oh, we were so happy to see another one in our family to live for God. I am posting the pictures that Kristen took so Tom and Eva's kids can see and know that Tom's name will be in the Lamb's Book of Life. I know God answered Eva's prayers for her husband Tom. God will continue to answer the prayers for their families as they grow in God. It just goes to show how great is our God!

Pastor Garrett asking Tom, "What is your last name?"

"Bremner", came his reply.

Calling on the name of Jesus

I call this picture the Tidal Wave, but really it's where all our sins get washed away!

In this picture the first thing Tom did was smile and look at his wife.

So much joy!

This picture was taken after the baptism with Carol, myself, Mom, Eva and Tom.

Friend, may all your prayers be answered as you continue to take them to the Lord. 

God bless you and stay close.

Christopher's Graduation

Congratulations Christopher!

I can't tell you how proud I was to see my youngest son graduate. It was both a bitter and a sweet moment because although he is still my baby I realize that he is a grown man. 

Class of 2013

Ryan, Collin, Christopher

Jacqueline, Megan, Mikayla and Bianca

Picture-By-Ashley

After the graduation we went to B.J's to celebrate with several friends and family.

This one is for Ralph...

Jared, Ralph, Kristen and Christopher

 

Kristen took the following pictures of Christopher and they came out great.

A glimpse at Christopher's table display.

 The start of signatures are on the shield Jared made for Christopher.

Jared made both sword and shield.

Now it is hanging on Christopher's wall fully signed by friends and family.

 Congratulations Son! I am so proud of you.

Friend, thank you for visiting and being part of the special times of my life.

God bless you.

Touches of Burlap Thank You Cards

With a congregation of approximately 300 people, handing out invitations, thank you cards, Christmas cards, baby showers, birthday parties and announcements can be a costly event. So, throughout the years those who attend our church receive their cards at the door as they enter in or cards get handed out once church is over. We still mail cards to friends and families sharing our joyous moments with those we love.

Now that Christopher's graduation is over I wanted to make the cards unique and add a little bit of burlap to give the cards a more masculine look. For the cards that we will hand out at the church I wrapped with a burlap sleeve instead of the envelope.

   I can used the envelopes another time since there are so many paper crafts ideas for cards. The cards that will be mailed I applied burlap on the cover with a little wooden letter P. I pressed one side of the letter in blue ink.

The steam caused the paper to curl (first picture below) but a dry setting took care of that problem. Now the cards are ready to say "Thanks" to our friends and family.

Thank you for the visit today and for keeping me company while I worked on this project. I enjoyed sharing it with you.

It Was Good To See You Again

My mother was in the hospital and several family members came to Phoenix to visit her and let her know they cared and loved her.

Christopher, Mom, Jared and Kristen.

Eva, Tom, Carol, Olga, Mom, Rose and myself.

It has been several years that all six sisters have been together. Here we are in a group picture with my brothers Carlo and Victor. How I wish the pictures were a bit more clear but I truly am grateful to have these.

My sister-in-law Grace and Fred Jr., Carol, Victor, Rose, Olga, Eva and her husband Tom, Ray (Olga's husband) Kristen, myself  and my two boys, Jared and Christopher.

Ismael and his daughter Angelica.

Thank you to all that came and to those that couldn't make it, you were with us in heart.

Blessings,
 

You Oughta Be In Pictures -Espinoza Family Reunion

A picture paints a thousand words. 

We were gathered together as Family and as family, we knew we were loved and blessed to be together.

My Tia Ruth is helping make tortillas. It was Carlo's recipe and they were wonderful!!

psst... I got the recipe, too.

The Organizer of the reunion was my brother, Carlo, he has a heart of gold. Carlo, Bingham, Monica, Olga, were responsible in the programs, I did the games, and everyone helped where a hand was needed.

I love being with my sisters; it's a girl thing, I guess. Of the girls born into the family, Carol is the first and Eva  is number five, and I am the sixth.

Olga, sister number three.

Erika is grilling chicken. Ray is in the red hat.

Diane is in the background, Olga is also making tortillas, Ismael is to the right of Olga and Carlo is to the left.

Stephanie helped in the grilling, too.

My sister, Hortencia (Tencha) is the second of the girls born to the family.

My mom looks great in hats and has quite the collection of them.
That is where we girls get our love for hats.

Eva, Olga, Carol, our cousin Amelia, my Aunt Angela, me and Tencha

My aunts with my mom.

Me, Ismael and Carlo.

Top L-R: Erika, Rosalva, Alicia, Carol, Amelia, and I.

Seated L-R: Tencha, Olga, Eva, Tia Ruth, Tia Angela, and Linda.

You oughta be in pictures, we had a spot right beside us for you.

XOX

Blessings,