Sunday, November 16, 2008

Happy 200th Post!!

Hip Hip Hooray!! Today marks the 200th post of my blogging days!
I have to tell you, my BBFF's (Blog BFF's) Thank you Thank you for stopping by, leaving your inspiring comments, sharing a few laughs, a few creative moments, a few "what was I thinking?!" moments, putting up with my posts that are usually written holding one and sometimes 2 kiddos...THIS POST IS FOR YOU!


Time to reminisce with some of our favorite blog posts! click on the titles below
Scrapbooker's Fantasy

Watch Me Grow
Birthday Post
Heaven Sent
a mini for mini me
Soy Photos & Memories
pink pacifier?
Cozumel Karaoke

all you need is love album

In honor of this 200th post, it's time for some humungo Giveaways!! Christmas has come early my friends!
First, a Brand New Big Shot from our friends over at Sizzix!!



A Brand New CuttleBug from our friends at Provo Craft!

with their awesome embossing folders!

A Crop-A-Dile Big Bite!!

I just purchased my Crop-A-Dile and I can't believe it took me so long! Until a week ago, I was still raiding Collin's toolbox for a hammer to pound my eyelets! This thing can set an eyelet as easy as punching a hole in paper. No joke, this summer I took Ali's CKU class and the girls at my table were laughing because I had never used one of these before and had no clue how it worked! It's awesome!

Last but not least... $15 iTunes Gift Card! I know a lot of you like the music on my blog (and if you don't, thanks for putting up with it!) now you don't have to be stuck at your computer to hear them!


Just leave a comment with your fave blog memory, post, song or anything you wish & I'll announce the winners later this week!!

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Jennie said...

I don't have any particular favorites. I just like the fact that your blogging always seems happy and fun. Thanks for sharing!

Anonymous said...

My favorite is "Scrapbooker's fantasy". Your husband is hilarious!!!

Julie said...

My favorite part of your blog is seeing your creative genius at work - so, basically, any time you show us projects that you've been working on! My second favorite part is the music you choose. I've found some favorites from listening to your blog - Colbie Caillat's "Capri" was the first. :)

Anonymous said...

I loved Lesson #458 - The post with Avery and ALL the buttons! hehe And I love your playlist!
Congrats on 200 posts!

Wendy said...

I haven't been reading for long...but I loved the blog about Cleetus around Halloween!
Wendy--Fruit Heights, Utah

Kimmie said...

i love all of your posts. Love seeing the girls grow! Congrats!

I so wanna win one of them as the Big Shot, Cuttlebug and Big Bite are on a friend of mines Christmas list :)

Ann Lively said...

I loved the blog where you introduced your new baby girl. I took your class at CKC while you were pregnant and I loved seeing the end results. Bless you and yours.

Ellen said...

Definitely my favorite post was "Scrapbooker's Fantasy." You guys came up with some great ideas! I love coming to your blog for inspiration. Thanks! --Ellen

sara said...

congrats! your blog is adorable! my favorite post is your mini book using sandi henderson fabric. that was the post i found your blog on and love love loved it!

Harley Dee said...

Oh wow, I would love to have any of those, especially a die cutter!! :) How incredibly wonderful of you. Thanks so much!

You need to hear Enya's new album, it's fantastic!!

http://www.enya.com/

Mrs. Spotts said...

There is a lot to love here, you and your family are just too lovable! (which makes this site a delight every time I visit!) I love all the project ideas. I think my favorite for the moment is that adorable heart/valentine album you made out of fabric. That is just so sweet. I am planning on making this for something, I just have not figured out what yet!

Ally's Corner said...

That is really hard to pick. I love when Quincey was born.

Charisma said...

I am a new reader for your blog! I love it so much --I even come to this blog just to hear the music--I tried out your recipe for pumkin cookies last night--and now 3 of my scrapping friends have to have the recipe---as far as favorite blog so far??--I would have to mention Cleatus! that was hilarious and I think it is great that your husband is willing to dress up like that and get embarrassed!
I won't be able to see the giveaways....I will catch up when I get home...I am going on a mission trip will be back in December! Have a great Thanksgiving!

Megan Anne said...

My favorite is actually the music that you post.. I love seeing what is up next!

I bought the Lenka CD because of you and I absolutely love it!

Anonymous said...

congrats for your 200th blog posting. I wish I could as creative as you.
Suzana, CA

Anonymous said...

I love your blog post about your husband. It really cracks me up! I love how your husband supports you in scrapbooking.

Congrats on the 200th post!

And oh what a yummy give away! Thanks for the chance of winning!

kristy mae said...

Can't pick a fave - but i love the color you painted your scraproom. I plan to copy that when our house is finished :)
And I LOVE my crop-a-dile - no more waking everyone in the house up banging away setting an eyelet :)

Angie Ulseth said...

I love the scrapbooker's fantasy man post. I even called my husband up to see that one! He enjoyed it, too.

Colleen Ryan said...

Congrats on the 200th post! I love your blog's music selection .. in fact, it was through your blog that I came to discover Regina Specktor, so thanks for that fave memory :) (Oh, and I too still don't have a crop a dile!).

Colleen

Hannie C said...

I love those posts about your girls and the one with the cute mini clothe album that you did. Basically love every post that you put up and those gorgeous photos.

Anonymous said...

I loved the Scrapbookers Fantasy post. It was the best and I even showed it to my husband...who thought it was hilarious too. :)
Sarah

reen said...

I love them all and check in daily for a smile and a laugh. Thank you for that!
But I did especially love the scrapbookers fantasy. Seriously funny!
Shereen

Ana said...

I love to browse your blog for inspiration, not only for scrapbooking but also for your imense love for your family. It truly shows in every single one of your posts.

My 2 favorite posts, are the ones that you and Collin did for your birthdays.

Summer said...

I agree with so many others. . .the scrapbooker's fantasy was just too much. That your hubby would even allow those pictures is true servanthood!

LOVE your blog!
Summer Glen

Becky said...

I love All the posts where you share cute pictures of Avery getting her little hand in your scrap supplies. Standing on the table, the buttons, sitting on the table in her pj's. I love it! Such a cutie!!

Sandy said...

I simply enjoy hearing about the daily happenings with your family. Your photos are always beautiful too. Congratulations on your 200th post!
Sandy

Jill said...

I love the pink pacifier post. We have 4 kids and have been to the nearest store at all hours of the day trying to find an exact duplicate of the missing pacifier. Thanks for sharing your family with us.

Anonymous said...

It's hard to pick just one post--it's the whole package that keeps me coming back. The music, the pictures, the glimpses into your everyday life and your family's. It's like catching up with a good friend who you don't get to see often enough!

Happy blog-iversary!!!

Rachel said...

I loved the post when Quincey was born. It was so sweet!

Rachel F.

Stephanie said...

Congratulations on your 200 posts! That's an amazing accomplishment. I love the recent Halloween posts - your photography is amazing and very inspiring. Keep up the good work.

Megan said...

I enjoy seeing all the projects you make and share. Congratulations on 200 posts!

Rae said...

Happy 200th! My favorite posts are those with your scrap pages. And any containing pictures of your beautiful girls. You are a great inspiration.

Tawnda
dr_tawnda@yahoo.com

Jenni said...

I discovered your blog a few months ago and totally dig it. I have to admit that for several weeks I would go to your blog and leave it up just to hear the music----SUPER COOL! My current fav song is Mushaboom. Thanks for sharing!

TLC said...

Happy 200 posts! I love your scrapbook room. It makes me smile everytime I see pictures of it. The color is so fun.

AbbieTorroll said...

Wow congrats!! That is awesome!

Anonymous said...

I loved both the blogs when you were awaiting QUincy and you took those wonderful pregnancy pictures announcing it was a girl. Of course, when she was born, your beautiful pictures of her! So sweet. Loved them

Anonymous said...

I loved both the blogs when you were awaiting QUincy and you took those wonderful pregnancy pictures announcing it was a girl. Of course, when she was born, your beautiful pictures of her! So sweet. Loved them

MommyMe said...

I loved the blog about the parade and how your sister was brave to show up in that outfit! Made me laugh!! I also love the adorable photos of those beautiful girls! You are so blessed!
Thanks for all the inspiration and the joy I get from reading your blog!

Cindy

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on your 200th post! I absolutely love your music-especially the song New Soul. I always scroll down and find it. It inspires me, just like all of your bright projects and scrapbook pages! Thanks for the inspiration!
Jenn Monroe
Gadsden, AL

Jan said...

I liked the post on Slurp the Blog. How fun making a photo book of a blog. Thanks for all your great posts

Jen said...

Woohoo CONGRATS!!!!

I can't pick a favorite. I come here for inspiration, your blog has lots!!!! Thanks

JenW

Anonymous said...

Oh Big congrats I remember when you won the SOY and the Halloween where you dressed like "the corps bride girl"

Janna said...

I loved each and every post about the birth of Quincy. I didn't go back and check to see if you were blogging yet when you had Avery, but if you were back then, I hadn't discovered you blog yet. I also loved the birthday posts where you each posted really sweet things you love about the other one. Though I don't know you personally, you and Collin seem to be the sweetest, most in love couple ever. It's fun to see your inspiring layouts and keep up with your family. Thanks for the giveaway.

Anonymous said...

I love your blog. Your music is great. Sometimes, I just pull up your blog to listen to the music while I scrapbook. Your girls are beautiful and your husband is such a good sport. I loved the post of the scrapbook fantasy.
Congratulations on 200!!

Kim Johnson

Anonymous said...

Hi! Love your blog! I loved the
"42 minutes" entry!

Melinda AKA medialady said...

I love your blog and my all time favorite is the scrapbooker's fantasy. I had to show it to my hubby and he loved it also!

Melinda AKA medialady said...

I love your blog and my all time favorite is the scrapbooker's fantasy. I had to show it to my hubby and he loved it also!

Anonymous said...

My (Your) Favorite Quote:
"It's Your Love" by Tim McGraw and "When You Say Nothing At All" by Allison Kraus. I'm not ashamed to admit that I listened to those 2 sappy love songs over and over."

Cute!
Cheers to your 200th post, and MANY MORE!
~Ashley

Kim said...

My favorite post was the one you did on your dad. Too sweet, it made me cry!

Kim in Clinton,MS

Jodilyn said...

I would still have to say that my favorite post is the one that you husband posted while you were away at CKC-Mesa. It was just so fun and sweet.

Anonymous said...

I love all the posts that give us a little glimpse of what it is like for you as a mom (as a mom of 2 I relate, especially to the part where I am trying to blog with a kiddo in my arms or on my lap). Thanks for sharing your passions and congrats on your 200th post!

Anonymous said...

Congrats on 200 posts!
I think you have an adorable family and I love reading about you all. Your playlist is my favorite and I put it on at dinner sometimes and my little girls mellow out and eat, so thank you:)

Anonymous said...

Congrats on your 200th post! I have only been visiting this blog for a few months now, so I really can't pick a fovourite post. I just love it all - you are a great inspiration - I love your layouts and look forward to the new posts. And I love love love your playlist - I am addicited to the song Don't Let Me Fall by Lenka. So much so that it has even become my step-daughter's new faveourite song as well!!
Thanks for sharing.
Allison from NS, Canada

The McIntosh Family said...

I love reading your blog and I love your music. My favorite post would have to be the scrapbooker's fantasy. I don't remember the last time I laughed so hard. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

Anonymous said...

Thank you, Liz - for inspiring us creatively and inspirationally.

Anonymous said...

I love all of your posts but I love when you share the special moments that your girls have done. They bring back memories when my DS when that age and not a crazy teenager that is soon to graduate. I love the recent picture of you and your sister and all of the pumpkins.

Jamie said...

I love how the music on your blog is so fun and upbeat. I love music on blogs, but your choices always lift me up when I come here. Thanks!

Anonymous said...

My favorite post so far has been the Scrapbooker Fantasy with your husband posing in those pictures. They were hilarious and his facial expressions are priceless!!!

{amy k.} said...

Congrats on post #200! Woo Hoo! I have loved your blog, it was one of the first I found when I jumped into blogland and I've been hooked! I love your crafts- the fabric heart book you made a while back, so adorable! I LOVE your music, I bring up your blog while I'm hanging out just so I can listen to the music! And I love the sweet pictures of your family. One of my favorite posts was the one Collin wrote for you on your birthday, so sweet!

Anonymous said...

Oh my, that Scrapbookers Fantasy post totally had me laughing!

I love your blog, the inspiration you share, the personal stories...it on my daily list of blogs to read.

Congrats on 200 posts!

Caroline said...

I love the birthday post that you and colin did for eachother. I love how in love you both are!!

Lauren said...

congratulations! i love reading your blog. totally inspiring. and i love your playlists!

angie worthington said...

WOW...congrats on your 200th post, that is so awesome!..i totally love reading your blog...i think that you & your hubby have the same sense of humor as me & my hubby!..lol...we are always laughing about something in this house!..

and, when you do a giveaway, you do it up BIG-time...WOW!!!...

Kari B said...

The scrapper's fanasy and birthday lists were great. The most beautiful...your little Q bean in the digital frame. Thank you for sharing your beautiful family with us!
Kari

Jaime said...

I couldn't pick a favorite post, but I do love reading your blog. I have a daughter around Avery's age, so it's fun to read your stories about her. What an awesome giveaway!

Trishamaus2005 said...

Congratulations on your 200th post! :) What a great blogy milestone :) I absolutely love visiting your blog, listening to your beautiful music and looking at your fantastic projects and hearing all about your sweet sweet family. The post I liked the most, was when you guys posted on each others birthdays. Too cute :) I will definitely stick around.

Anonymous said...

Congrats on 200! My favorite post was definitely Scrapbooker's Fantasy. My other favorite post was definitely the Birthday post. My other favorite post was definitely All You Need is Love post...and so on, and so on, and so on...Thanks for sharing!

Jessica said...

One of my favorite posts was written by Cleetus announcing the birth of Q. The way he described her and her entrance into this world made my heart melt. I only hope that my husband can write something so sweet when we have a child. Thanks for keeping us all entertained with your blog. You are amazing!

Anonymous said...

Congrats! My favorite memory is the Scrapbooker's Fantasy!!

Lindsay said...

I definitely have to say that my favorite post of yours has been the "scrapbookers fantasy". I need to find a husband like that!!

Anonymous said...

It's a tie for me... I love looking at your gorgeous photos and your scrap pages/projects. Congrats! :) <3 Jessica

future_kindergartenteacher@hotmail.com

The Design Experiment said...

Definitely think my fave post of your blog was the sweet one Collin did on your birthday!
27 things he loves about you..that was so sweet! I love how he posts here occasionally!
Love your blog!

Happy 200th!
Emily Jones

Anonymous said...

Honestly I can not pick a favorite, they are all so great! But the one from Collin on your birthday did have me in tears!! Super sweet! What I do like the best is that I feel so inspired when I look at your blog! The projects, the music, the fun! This is the only blog I read. I check it every day and an always so excited to find new things! You and Collin are so cute! Thank you for having this blog and for sharing you lives through your writing! Your work is amazing!!

Liz said...

Man it is so hard to choose just one. But a favorite is one where Collin had sneaked a picture on your camera. His pose, his smile, you just know how much he loves and supports you. So sweet!

Congratulations!!!

jodie said...

My favorite was when you were "Cooking your sweet bun" and I love your music..."Sweet, sweet baby" is one of my favorite songs now!! Thanks for such a fun blog!!

Bonafyde said...

My favorite blog post has got to be A Scrapbookers Fantasy handsdown! I think it's hilarious and I think it's awesome of your DH to part take in that whole Photo Op....a couple that can laugh together can surely stay together! :) and have tons of fun doing it.
congrats on the blogiversary

Reina said...

My favorite is the headband one. I told everyone how cool they are and forwarded it to them.

Deana said...

I have enjoyed your blog and your magazine articles so much! My favorite blog memory was when you won the SoY. I got to meet you at one of the conventions' crop nights and you were so warm and genuine. Thanks for sharing yourself with us through your blog!

Just call me "B" said...

I think it has to be Scrapbooker's Fantasy, for sure!

brit said...

i think that my fave post has to me friend flash back with Mary in her velour shirt. that was so Mary back in the day!!!!! happy 200. that sounds like it is your 200th birthday or something!!!

Connie said...

Only 200, it seems like I've been reading your blog for years. Really like getting to know you and your family via your blog. You are so inspiring, let me count the ways . . . I love your fabric projects, your home decorating, your relationship with your husband and your music. I even turned on many others to playlist after discovering it on your site. Thanks. When I grow up I want to be just like YOU! Only I think I'm older than you. ha ha. LOL.

Unknown said...

The Scrapbooker's Fantasy post was a complete riot!! And I love, love, love the fabric covered mini album you made of Baby Q. I totally stole your idea to make an adorable book of my best friend's premature baby (born 2 1/2 months early with a blocked trachea). Six months later he is doing wonderfully. Thank you for the inspiration to create them a keepsake of their little miracle.

Jennifer Davis said...

I have to admit that I think I started reading your blog around the time that you posted the "Scrapbooker's Fantasy" and seeing that pic of your husband, I was like whaaaaaaa? I've followed since and have to say that all your posts are delightful and fun, but I really enjoy your music playlist! =) Sometimes I'll just keep up your site to listen to some tunes!

Jen D.

angie said...

I love all of your "how to" posts, everything you make is darling!

Raechal said...

Liz- congrats on your 200th post! (I found your blog through Lindsey Brewster!) I love seeing all your fun and SUPER cute projects! But my favorite post was probably one with your brand new babe. She is such a cutie! IBabies are always a good reminder of whats important in life :)

Heather Scraps said...

All your posts are great, but my fave had to be the photos of Collin in the Scrapbooker's fantasy-it was awesome, too funny!!! ;)
Heather
Victoria, BC

Anonymous said...

Everything is wonderful!!! I just love to see what you are going to do next!!!!

Erin said...

I remember the first time I saw your blog. The post was a picture of you asleep with Avery after a crazy day of shopping at the Gap with her. Something about that picture touched me so much! Probably because some of my best memories are of cuddling and sleeping with my little girls. AND because I've had MANY exhausting shopping experiences with them as well and could totally relate! That was one of my favorite posts and I've been loving your blog ever since!

Anonymous said...

My favorite post was the announcement that your daughter had been born. Your girl's are both beautiful. Congrats on 200 posts! :)

Val said...

First I fell in love with your music; then the stories you tell, the love notes, but the two funniest posts (for me anyway) are the scrapbooker's fantasy...and the video of Collin singing on your cruise. That was the best!!

mommy2boys said...

I absolutely adore your blog! I love your music when I arrive and your family is so precious!

Congrats on 200 posts!

Tammi C :)

mommy2boys said...

I absolutely adore your blog! I love your music when I arrive and your family is so precious!

Congrats on 200 posts!

Tammi C :)

The J9 said...

Congratulations on your 200th post! I sometimes log on to your blog site just to hear your music! It always seems to inspire me and make me smile! Happy next 200 posts!

Anonymous said...

Liz.... Your blog is just great! I think my favorite was when Collin blogged for your birthday. He is a sweetheart. Your family is just beautiful.

DebbieJ said...

Congrats on your 200th blog entry. I love reading about all the fun in your lives. I also like the compassion you show for others such as the entry about Nie Nie and their terrible accident. Also loved the entry way back in 2007 at Halloween and the look on Averys face with Collin dressed as Borat! Look forward to reading the next 200 entries

AngMomof3 said...

I visited your blog for the first time when you were announced the SOY. What a fun event to share with you via the blog! I've been a faithful follower for every post since.

Keep inspiring us, Lizzy!

Anonymous said...

Any post that includes a pics of your precious baby girl(s) makes my day. The pic taken the other day by the famous Cleetus was fantastics !
Thanks !
Sher

Holly said...

I love the posts recently with your darling pages and cards! Your family is great and I enjoy sharing a taste of your exciting life!

Heather said...

The crayon in the dryer! There was a purple event near here!

Gina said...

I really enjoy all of them, but I got a REALLY big laugh out of the Scrapbookers Fantasy!!!

Anonymous said...

Love all your posts, but especially the photos and stories of your beautiful daughters. My husband and I have been married almost 20 years and have no children but are now considering adoption! Seeing your family inspires me!

*Lisa* said...

I LOVED the Scrapbooker's Fantasy pages. Those were hilarious!

natalienicole said...

this is random, but so true...
when i'm scrapping, i just pull up your blog and jam the night away. thanks for supplying the tunes...you rock and inspire...

Anonymous said...

hi. I love your blog. The music and the photos. I actually loved your posts about Halloween. The picture of the pumpkins on the stoop was very cool. Thanks so much for sharing.
Miki

Anonymous said...

Congrats on the 200th post! Here's to many many more!!
My favorite post is the one you did when you sumitted your pages to CK asking your readers to wish you luck! It's my favorite because it just goes to show that dreams do come true! Thanks for being a truly wonderful inspiration both in your creativity and in the way you live your life.

Amy Gordon-Pruden said...

When Collin posted on your birthday. I wish I had a husband as sweet as yours! Congrats on the great blog!

Vicki said...

Your blog totally rocks and it's really hard to pick just one! I guess I'd have to say "The Scrapbooker's Fantasy" was the absolute best. Even my husband loved it!!

nancy said...

The first time I read your blog was after you won SOY... and I loved it! My favorite post ever was the one Collin posted on your birthday. I also loved the post by Avery and Quincey about their Daddy on Father's Day.

Congrats on your 200!

Amber said...

Congrats Liz! Love your blog! My favorite posts had to be when Baby Q was born. It's so exciting when a family has a new addition.

Anonymous said...

I love em all, but my favorite was the picture of you and Colin when you were teenagers and dating. Who knew what would happen then?

Lisa in NM

creativesomething said...

Hmm, I can't think of a fave blog post (I love them all!) But I can think of my favorite song. "Dirty Old Town (You're the One)" by Craig Cardiff. Check him out on myspace! He's so awesome!

Suzie said...

I enjoy reading all your posts but my favorite so far is the scrapbooker's fantasy. And I've never used a Crop-a-dile either! :)

Nikki said...

Oh gosh...fave song right now has to be "Chasing Pavements" by Adele. It's my go to song! :D

Jen Schow said...

I just love to know that there are people out there that think about scrapping as much as I do! It's fun to see what people are up to and I love your blog! Also, I just made my sis-in-law a music mix for her b-day and literally took every song off your blog. Thanks for so much inspiration!

Unknown said...

I love that I found Colbie Caillat from you! All of your posts are great so it would be hard to pick a favorite. Have a happy day!!

Anonymous said...

Butterfly Nets by Bishop Allen would have to be my favorite song. When I first heard it, I called my hubby over to have him listen...your music selections are totally me. I do so enjoy your blog!

Genevive said...

your posts are just so cool :) i have one confession :) i have been your stalker for a long time but its my first time to comment... happy 2ooth!

my fave posts are the posts about your family and the cute little crafts you make ... continue to inspire!

daurenet said...

WOW, 200 posts that is great. I have loved everything about your blog. Fun, cheerful, inspiring. And I love your playlist. I would love to win also.
daurenet

Anonymous said...

Wow... you need a personal assistant to read all these comments... what about Cleetus? He looks like he could use the money. :)
I seriously LOVE your blog. Come to CA and let's hang out!!
Penny M.

heidizinha said...

liz,

i made a summer music mix based mostly on songs i found on your blog. thanks for introducing me to such great music!

heidi

Fuller Family said...

I love all of your posts! I don't know that I could pick just one, but your Scrapbooker's Fantasy was a great one. It made me laugh! You are a terrific blogger!

scrappin{jewlz} said...

Congratulations on 200 posts!!

I loved the birthday post your DH did

♥Lizzy said...

I had a blast with the Shades of Summer (even trippier to see my photo posted on your blog - glad I brushed my hair for that pic, ha ha!). I don't think I ever took as many pictures as I did of myself with those yellow shades, but it was fun and I would totally do it again. On top of that, I get some pretty cool music ideas just from stopping by to read your blog (my daughter has taken over my Lenka CD!). Thanks, Liz, for sharing and inspiring!:)

Melanie B said...

I cannot name a favourite as I read your blog everyday, it cracks me up & gives me so much inspiration.You have encouraged my love of scrapping & helped me to get over my fears about just doing it. Thanks for sharing your world. By the way Avery & Quincey are so ADORABLE. Girls rock!!! Mel xx

Michelle Laulu said...

Wow Lizzy! When I started reading your blog, I ended up reading way back to your first post and stayed up way past 3am! My favorite are the birthday posts, both from you and your husband. It inspired me to make my own list of things I adore about my hubby. His birthday is tomorrow. Thanks! you are awesome! Pick me! :)

Anonymous said...

This is my favorite post:
http://elizabethkartchner.blogspot.com/2008/08/wanted-to-share.html
Those photos are great and really made me stop and look. I spent quite some time analyzing them. A beautiful family captured in a beautiful way.
Happy 200th!

CalleLillyCafe said...

I just love the photos of you & your hubby & your lil ones. I keep telling myself to take more pix of my girls & me or my hubby & me. But I still have that hang up w/"I don't look good at the moment", blah, blah, blah.

No tomorrow is guaranteed.

Thx so much for sharing your beautiful family w/all to see! (I DO take plenty of pix of my girls every day though!)

Lisa said...

I love the Birthday Post and Collin's last comment "I love that I'm already at #27 and I could keep going for hours." That was the sweetest.

Your playlist is wonderful. My son has a playlist on his iTunes called "Just Plain Awesome". I think your songs would go under that category as well :)

Kimberly Israel said...

It's to hard to pick one song... what if I just said I love all the songs on your blog? Sometimes I leave your page open on my desktop just to hear your playlist- that's how much I love it!

Happy 200th blog!!!

Ann Cicilie said...

Congratulations:)

My fave memory from this blog is definetely the "Scrapbook Fantasy" pictures:D

Amy T. said...

I love your entire blog. I look forward to reading it every day. I think my fav was Collin's post for your birthday!

Anonymous said...

I love the photos that you post whether it is of your family or things that inspire you they are well taken and presented!

Novalen said...

The scrapbooker's fantasy! I laughed so much! Thanks!!

Anna said...

Congrats on your 200th post. The eyelet post cracked me up!!!

Anonymous said...

Loved hubby;s scrapbookers fantasy! Congratulations! you have a great BLOG and it is so enjoyable to read! It is unfair though, that you are all so ridiculously goode looking and photogenic!!even Cleetus! lol X

kat78 said...

Choosing one thing is really hard, because the blogs I read daily like yours - are always lovely - even with little daily things in them.
I love your scrappy entries, pictures of your cuties...
one thing I loved really was the following entry with your hand-crafted-heart-album! (;
I have to make one myself one day!
http://elizabethkartchner.blogspot.com/2008/01/all-you-need-is-love.html

Lovely greetings from over the ocean!
Katharina from the BlackForestRegion/Germany (;

Anonymous said...

My fav is that of the cupcake topiary you did using the sizzix die! Great idea! A lasting impression it has left me!

Heather said...

Scrapbooker's Fantasy is my favorite post!!! Hilariouse!!! My husband also got a kick out of it!

Your mini's also were great posts. So cool!!!

Hugs and Happy 200th! Can't wait to see the next 200! ;)

Heather V.

Sasha Farina said...

oh God Liz... i love so many it's hard to narrow it down. but really.. i think the birthday posts are the sweetest. the sweetest ever, EVER!! *hugs* and Congrats Girl!

Angela S. said...

i find your blog to be very inspirational in more ways than one!!!! i can't pick a favorite but your post about creating the mini fabric book really got me inspired---see i used to quilt, so seeing your cute projects & yummy fabric really got me back into it! thanks for hosting some fab-o prizes!

Emily R. said...

My favorite craft post. I loved the heart album made of cloth that you made back in January and February! So fresh! Very fun!!!

Michelle said...

WOW ... I'm not sure I could pick just one but the scrapbooker's fantasy was too funny!! I look forward to your updates to see STUNNING photos of you and your family and creative and fun ideas. Happy 200th!!

Toni said...

My fav. would have to be the post of you all trick or tereating and your hubby's get up as Cleetus. That handed be an actual "laugh out loud" moment! Thanks for sharing your life scrap and non scrap related!

EmmaJ said...

Because of a bunch of songs I heard on your blog my iTunes gift cards I had saved up have disappeared. I also want to say that I love your layout and projects, but I really loved the ruffles on the edges of your pages for the mini album/a very pink post.

Chelsea Van Tol said...

my favorite post was the one colin wrote for your birthday :) it was beyond sweet.

Unknown said...

I love the blogs about what you & Colin write about one another. The one post where he itemized all things quirky and wonderful about you brought a tear to my eye. You guys have such love for eachother and your small family and it's inspiring!!
Carolyn
Kitchener On Canada

Jenny said...

Congrats Liz! I love your blog :) One of my favorite posts has to be the Scrapbook Fantasy. That had me cracking up for awhile!

lizbonj said...

Hi Liz,

I love to read your blog everyday!! The binky post is a classic!!!!! I really loved reading the post up to Quincey's birth!

Thanks for keeping it so fun & light. You rock!!

AmyInKy said...

I have to admit, I often pull up your blog while I'm scrapping just to hear your playlist. It's great background music for scrapping as I'm sure you already know. :)

Elisha Wiggins said...

Love, love, love your post "scrapbooker's fantasy"--I laughed out loud! Love your whole blog; it's like a little bit of sunshine in my day! Congrats on your 200th post!

Anonymous said...

I LOVE your playlist- I've found a lot of new faves through your blog. My fave post is definitely the scrapper's fantasy! HIlariious!!

Congratulations on 200 posts! Thanks for the giveaways! YAY!

~Sarah H.

Anonymous said...

What doesn't rock on your blog!? You have great taste in music, cool layouts with the best colors, a fabulous husband and wonderful children! If I had to choose a favorite, the birthday post from Collin and the Cozumel kareoke are a tie for favs. Happy 200th post!

Anonymous said...

Congrats Lizzy! Love all your posts but the one of Colin is crazy funny!

Anonymous said...

I love all the blogs that include that beautiful new baby. She has such beautiful expressions - almost as cute as my granddaughter!

Anonymous said...

Scrapbooker's Fantasy...that's a favorite! Love your wit & creativity...keeps me smilin'! Lisa H.

Anonymous said...

There are so many blog posts that I would say are my favorites, so just to pick one would be IMPOSSIBLE! As far as your music goes, FABULOUS; however, I would have to say my favorite would have to be anything Jack Johnson. He rocks!

Kelly G. - Monroe, WI

krazgrl said...

How in the world could someone pick just ONE SINGLE post of your 200? I enjoy ALL of them! But peeking in on your "birthday post" brought tears to my eyes again. It's so nice to see such a beautiful love. But then I was brought to tears once again after watching "Cozumel Karaoke" a post I somehow missed. EEEEKKKKK!!! Now I'm not really sure if I'm crying tears of laughter or tears of sadness for you that you may have to endure that ear piercing screaching that Collin probably would refer to as "sweet music". He is pretty funny though so that makes up for it. Keep on doin what you do. LOVE IT!!!

Anonymous said...

I love any post that has pictures of your darling girls and I love seeing glimpses into your house...it looks so cute!!!

{VICKI} said...

Since I'm new to your blog--I'm gonna say this is my favorite post. Mainly because a Big Bite has been on my wish list for over a year now and I still don't have one so I was just really HOPING to WIN one!!!!!!!!1

{vicki}

Mary Beth said...

Yay! 200!! Go Lizzie, Go!! My favorite memory would have to be taking the leap and adding my name to the "Shades of Summer" 2008. That was a huge step out for me to reach across cyberworld and be involved. But I have to say that it definately made me become MORE addicted to your blog and made me feel like a member of your friendship circle! It has also inspired me to BLOG more and drag some of my IRL friends with me!
Thanks!
-Mary Beth

* said...

How to choose just one...I love them all. I love the fact that all your pictures are just so bright in color and cheerful. I love that the music on your blog is also upbeat, and by artist that are not so well known (at least not to me).

Thank you for sharing your life with us!!!

lexsmama said...

I have loved your blog from the first day I learned about it. I have always loved the posts from your birthdays where you'd post how many things you loved about each other based on the year. I loved the posts where you'd share amazing finds, like killer shoes. :-) I love how you always talk right to the person reading. THanks for 200 wondermous posts, Lizzy!

Anonymous said...

My faves are Colin's birthday post to you and the births of your daughters.

Both brought me to tears and the love you share is amazing.

Congratulations!! I read your posts everyday and love the music.

Anonymous said...

Favorite post..."Scrapbooker's Fantasy" of course. Priceless!

Also LOVE, LOVE your music. I've been known to let it run for hours!

Jenny B.

mathstamp said...

I don't have just one favorite post. I love when you talk about your daughters and show layouts with them in it. I can tell you love being a mom as much as I do. Thanks!

Emilyt said...

One of my favorite blog entries was the one that your husband did for you on your birthday. I was introducing myself to your blog and it was quite the announcement! I've enjoyed coming here every week at least since. You always bring a smile (or a chuckle) and inspiration. Congrats! I'll see you at 500. ;)

Bettina said...

Hands down my favorite blog post was Scrapbooker's Fantasy - I passed that link around to my girlfriends. I love reading about your sweet,sweet family and am inspired by your artwork. Please continue to post another 200 posts!

Bettina said...

Hands down my favorite blog post was Scrapbooker's Fantasy - I passed that link around to my girlfriends. I love reading about your sweet,sweet family and am inspired by your artwork. Please continue to post another 200 posts!

Anonymous said...

I love your blog, your family looks so cute. I also love listening to your music and one of my favorite songs is "Sky."
Melissa M.

PhelpsPhan said...

I love the blog about the pink pacifer. My daughter did not care for the paci however my son had his attached at this lips! We had many meltdown, heart tugging, tear filled moments between Mom & son about the paci...ah memories. Congrats on the 200th. Love reading your posts and thanks again for all the smiles and creative inspirations you have brought to so many people!

Anonymous said...

My favorite part of your blog has got to be your awesome photos! Especially the ones where you get your hubby to do crazy stuff...just how do you manage that? Thanks for the chance to win awesome prizes...& congrats on your blog success!!!

Stacy M.

Anonymous said...

I have to tell you that one of my fave blogs of yours was the 28 reasons why you love your Hubbie!
I ended up making my hubbie a mini 6x6 album, and I titled it 37 reasons why I love you and then made a page about each one (yes all 37, It took me a few days,and he LOVED it too. Thanks for the idea !!!! Love your work !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous said...

They are all so wonderful, but my favorite is the Birthday post from your sweet hubby. You and your family are so blessed, and your love definitely shines through the computer!!

Dawn said...

Congratulations!!!

The Scrapbookers Fantasy had me laughing out loud for a while!! But I also enjoy visiting your blog in general for your choice in music... you've gotten me hooked on quite a few new people I wouldn't have otherwise heard. =)

I already have a Cuttlebug & Crop-A-Dile, but thank you anyway!

CrystalMN said...

This is so hard how can I pick just one, I can't so here my two favorite. I loved the post Collin did for you birthday where he listed 27 things he loves about you, how sweet was that! I really got a giggle from the post about Halloween that was so cute too.

Crystal
Fountain, MN

4guysandagirl said...

I've already commented once for the givaway, but I just saw the neatest idea and I wanted to share it with you. Emilie Ahern has compiled a CD with her music and I thought (hoped) maybe you'd like to do the same for all of us out here who love your tunes. Whatcha think?

Sara said...

You've made me cry. You've made me laugh. Most important you've brought new joy into my life and helped me treasure my own beautiful girls more and more. Thank you for showing me how to make headbands. I highly comtemplated naming my daughter Rose because of how beautiful your daughters' names are. My favorite posts from your list to choose from were: Scrapbooker's fantasy and Heaven sent (I was still prego at that point and emotions ran high.) They made me laugh and made me cry!

Anonymous said...

Happy 200th post! :0)
One of my favs...
the scrapbooker's fantasy post! Loved it...made me chuckle all day.
I must say I thought your hubby did better than the actual "real" models. His facial expressions were over the top.
:0)
Blessings!

Rachel said...

I loved the first song that had come on your blog for awhile so much I went to iTunes and bought it! "Don't Let Me Fall" by Lenka.

Anonymous said...

Hiya Lizzy!! :)

Hiphiphooray on 200 posts!!! That's absolutely fabulous and I'll still be as addicted, not being able to miss one single day of checking when you reach 2000!

You truly are such an inspiration, not just in a creative sense but you're a phenomenal woman and human being with such gorgeous girls and an awesome husband!

My favourit post of all time is the "Happy Birthday Liz!!" post which Colin did for you on Sunday, May 4, 2008 listing the 27 reasons why he loves you. It was completely "WOW!!", brought tears to my eyes and made my heart skip a beat and me miss a breath! You are blessed beyond words to have lived your life having experienced such unconditional all-encompassing love and you totally deserve it and I wish for each reader of your blog to look at your example and not settle for anything less :)

Love, hugs and kisses
Bella Quirk
Cape Town
South Africa

PS. Inspired by you I've got this habit of calling my little ginger girly cat "cutiepatooty" :) Her name is Strawberry :)

Candy Dunaway said...

I love all you blogs, but I like to play your music while I work around the house!!! It makes the work seem a little more fun!! Congrats on the 200th post!-Candy

Karen said...

I loved the scrapook page you did just after Q was born! Such a scrapbooker thing to do, scrapbook instead of take a nap. Love it! Cute page too!

Dani said...

Wow those are some great giveaways! How sweet of you. I have to say that I love reading all the posts! I ecspecially love when you share your scrapbooking lo's or mini albums. I always am inspired when I visit your blog-so Thank YOU for keeping us all inspired!

Jeannette P said...

I love how fun, silly, & happy you & Collin are. You make a great couple/team. You have beautiful children & are usually on the happy, upbeat side & that's why I like to visit your blog. Oh yeah, you have some really cute scrapbooking/crafty ideas that I like to admire.

LOL about the crop-a-dile. My sister just bought one & I had a chance to use it a few weeks ago. Very cool creation.

And Don't let me fall is my fav song on here.

jackie said...

I really like the musis on your blog. It's positive and uplifting to me! Thanks for sharing~~

Michelle - aka Belle said...

I love your music. Sometimes I go to your blog then open a new tab to do my work just so I can listen to your music. I have put most of it on the playlist on my blog. I also am in love with Cletus. Too bad you got him first!

Sarah said...

My favorite (among many) is Scrapbookers fantasy. It made me smile and to think that your husband posed for those was FANTASTIC. You have so many fun posts together. Thanks for your great blog.
Sarah Christensen

Kathy said...

Elizabeth sorry if I leave this post twice but I looked through your comments and didn't see my comment from yesterday. I just wanted to say congratulations on your 200th post. I know like many people who visit your site we love logging on to find a new post from you whether it's about scrapbooking, family or friends you always put a smile on our faces. Thanks for sharing.

My favorite post would have to be the very first post I read. Your SOY post. That's when I first "tuned" into your blog and I've been reading ever since. As a matter of fact your blog is what inspired me to create my own. Happy Blogging and I look forward to the next 200 posts.

LouAnn said...

Congrats on 200 posts! My favorite post would have to be Scrapbookers Fantasy. I was at B&N with some friends and saw the actual book and had to show them.

LouAnn

Bee's Zen Garden said...

Your "scrapbooker fantasy" has to be one of my favorite post of course! ;-) But I also love all the ones with pics of your beautiful girls, and especially those little albums covered with fabrics that you made with pics of them, so cute!♥
Congrats on your 200 posts. :-)

Ashley said...

I have come to love many songs from your blog. There are times when I open your blog and listen to the music while editing pictures, or doing other things on my computer. Thanks for your inspiration, not only with music, but scrapbooking, clothing, etc. Congrats on your 200th post.

Shannon said...

My favorite would be a scrapbooker's dream! What an awesome giveaway! I'm keeping my fingers & toes crossed!

4therecord said...

First, the answer is "yes" definitely am one who loves the music, and I love having a sneak peek into your life. My favorite post would have to be the birthday tribute. Very fun and very sweet.

Lindsay Bateman said...

I absolutely adore your blog and everything you post...as for favorites..that is a hard one, but one that definitly sticks out in my mind is the one with all the family photographs you had taken on a vacation awhile back. They were so beautiful! Also loved the scrapbookers fantasy post...lol so funny and your hubby is such a sport!

joscelyne cutchens said...

I've been reading since the beginning! :) I love them all :)

Anonymous said...

always love your entries, liz. my fave of all time was the scrapbooker's fantasy- my husband loved it, too. colin sure can make some expressive faces.

AL said...

Im sorry but the scrapbookers fantasy post was hilarious!

Anonymous said...

I could never pick a fav post. There are to many to chose from. You give me so much inspiration each time. I have been reading for sometime now and enjoyed watching the kids grow and you grow in the process. I would love to win a prize. We dont have a scrapstore where I live and it is hard to stay focused and inspired without seeing the new product frequently. Thanks Pam
pamballard@comcast.net

Unknown said...

I really can't choose a favorite; LOVE the birthday posts, and the fantasy, and all the photos of your beautiful daughters. I'll have to say, though, that the sentiments you expressed on meeting scrapbooking celebrities when you were named "Scrapbooker of the Year" were identical to MINE when I met you at CHA last winter! :-) Your music is wonderful, too. Congratulations on your 200th - looking forward to many, many more!

The Kleins said...

I loved your urban style family pictures that were taken in California. I have an appointment with a photographer next week to copy you! I can't wait.

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