Brooklyn

This is Brooklyn, a friend of Rachel's. She has decided to start a blog as well. Her address is in my links. She is really crafty and takes extraordinary photography. Her blog is craft centered.

sourpatch

Pool Table Trick Shot

I wonder how many pool tables they used? - sourpatch

Empty Mondays

I can't believe that I actually have nothing to do today! All year we have had jam-packed schedules of things to do, and now, nothing on Monday's. All we have is Rachels writing class. I used to have basketball on Monday nights, but not since the season ended.... Speaking of which, I went to my basketball banquet two moons ago. It was very nice, they had a slideshow of pictures that all the moms had taken during the year. We also had a lovely catered dinner (I do wonder where it was from....) containing: fried chicken, spaghetti, scalloped potatoes, green beans, and rolls. We also arrived early and watched the game on a huge screen TV. I don't know exactly how big it was, but it was pretty big!! During halftime, the whole Nighthawk clan went to the basketball courts to play knockout. All of the girls whooped the guys. Teehee! Anway, it was fun. We also got a red Nighthawk shirt instead of a trophy. Signing Out - sourpatch

My Homemade Photo Album

This is my homemade photo album that I made in photography class on Tuesday. It is kind of complicated to explain how to make, but there are a lot of great directions you can find on Google. I don't yet have pictures in it....Here are some pics (the words go with the picture above them ^_^):

This is the front of the album.

This is my first page. There are pockets that come out of the sides. These are called tabs. I put ribbon on them so I can pull them out....

This is another page. I just love the prints on all these pages!!

This is just one of my favorite "tabs".

As I said, I haven't put pictures on yet, but hopefully I'll get around to it.

sourpatch *_*

Explanation for NO POST!

Apparently, I am in big trouble for not posting yesterday. I knew that was going to happen!! Well here goes my excuse(!!): We woke up 30 minutes before we had to go to the IBLP (Institute in Basic Life Principles) class. We actually had to drop my brother off at my grandma's house because he isn't really able to sit still that long. We scraped in on time though. That class lasted from 9:00-12:00. Then we raced home to have a bite to eat (and I took a shower) and then loaded up everything for sewing and photography. We then raced to sewing. Sewing and photography are back-to-back and start at 1:30 and go until 4:30. I drove home and unloaded everything. I cooked some cheese toast for dinner and mom heated up some left-overs for herself. Then we dashed out of the house to leave for Bekah's party. We were kind of a little late, but oh well. We almost ran out of gas on the way there, too. The party lasted from 6:00-10:00. Then Mrs. Susan drove me home. I was thoroughly exhausted when I got home (mind you it was about 10:45 then). I got ready for bed and then conked out soon. So there's my explanation. Later, hopefully I'm going to take a picture of my photo album that I made and post about it. sourpatch

Notebook Craft

This is a notebook that I made for a friend's birthday. What I did was to take a composition notebook and cover it with decorative paper on the front and the back. After that, cut a piece of ribbon and use a glue stick to glue it to the book, and wrap the ends around it to the back of the front. I swiped a couple of Rachel's spare buttons and hot glued them to the front of the book. Not a bad little gift.... I was going to take pictures step by step, but I forgot about that. Hey, ttyl, sourpatch (don't forget to post!!)

Bowling/Errands

Today is Wednesday, meaning that I go bowling this afternoon. We got beaten on all three games, but none of us were playing real well. We're still winning in our category, but not by much now, so we need to keep working at it. After bowling, we went home and then went to a local recreation center to see about getting a membership. We had a membership there about 3 years ago, but now, since I'm older, I can use the weight room. That's especially exciting! We can also start swimming in the wintertime. My grandma has a pool, so we swim there in the summer, although it is in full sun, so it does get a little hot at times.... Later today, we also went to Hobby Lobby where we got materials for a friend's birthday gift and for the craft we're going to make in photography on Friday. We're making a picture frame. The way it sounds, it's going to look really cute. But, we all know I'm not crafty, so you never know! I better go now and assemble the gift. Remember to post daily!!!!(I'm waiting.....) :) :) sourpatch

Sakura

A friend of mine has decided to start a blog. Jessica and Mary might know her from somewhere. Her address is in my links. I know her from 4-H and science class. Her screen name is Sakura. You might take a look at it. She's a great, fun, bubbly girl. sourpatch

Blogging 101

I have a little extra time, so I'm going to write a Blogging 101 to help others with their skills in blogging -- or lack of said skill.

1. Post every day. (It gets boring when you keep checking other blogs and find no new posts...Or if you can't post every day, then make sure you post 5 days out of the week.)
2. Don't choose pastel colors for your type. (Or for that matter, don't choose any pastel colors.)
3. Post with pictures as often as possible. (Don't post about an item you made with no pics; that's no good!)
4. Ask questions! (If nobody asks questions about others, there's nothing to talk about.)
5. Answer questions! (Don't just leave others hanging!)
6. Give your opinion, (even if you're brutally honest.)
7. Use some humor in your posts and comments -- (even if you're not good at it.)
8. Fill out your "About" page. (We all want to see what you're interested in.)
9. Get a blogger template and stick with it. (I can understand changing every couple of weeks or so, but changing every day gets a little bit confusing.)
10. Post about anything. (Referring to #1. Post about anything! If it's what TV channel you're watching, we want to hear about it. Anything that's usually normal in your life is a lot of times great to other people.)
11. Throw in "extras" on your blog. (Polls, pictures, anything! We want things to do and look at on your blog.)
12. Have worthwhile content. (It may be a little disappointing to readers when you just post with a link or a couple of sentences.)
13. Use links with your writing. (Good job Mary!)
14. Create "How To's" on your blog. (Again, great job Mary!)
15. Spell-check (Make sure that your posts don't have too many mistakes.)

Hope this helped some. I do realize I'm not the best at some of these things. Don't take it that way.... Happy posting, sourpatch.

Shopping Trip

Yesterday, as you know, I went shopping with Rachel and mom. Rachel and I both found a pair of shoes at the Shoe Carnival. I got some white sandals that can be worn casually and to church. Rachel got some country print "slippers," as we like to call them. They're kind of hard to describe. I still need some more tennis shoes though. We went to CATO afterwards. (I used to think this was a store for cats; I also used to think that "Cattle Xing" signs were called: Cattle Zings. I know, I'm crazy, but I blame it on mom.) We tried on tons of stuff, but nothing really worked. Rachel got a nice suit ($10 bucks mind you) and also a skirt. Anyway, I'll keep you posted on what's going on! ttyl, sourpatch

Shoes?

I have a Student Government Association senior party tomorrow night. The SGA president is going to speak about all of the projects we've done this year, but I still have to be on stage with everybody. I am supposed to wear business casual clothing. Houston, we have a problem. I don't have any business casual shoes to wear with my lovely white skirt. Sooooo, Mom is taking me and Rachel out for some last minute shopping. Hopefully, I will find some shoes; I'll probably pray all the way there. After all, I do wear size 10's. It's a pity I haven't stopped growing yet, too.... (: I'll probably be an Amazon when I'm full grown.... (:

Speaking of shoes, has anyone ever tried those Earth Shoes? Those things are the best! I wouldn't wear them as business casual, but they're great with capris and shorts. They also have wonderful arch supports. They're better than regular, hard flip-flops. Anyway... necesito voy! Adios amigas! sourpatch

Memphis Tigers VS Texas Longhorns

Memphis Tigers - Texas Longhorns

Score: 85-67 (favoring the Tigers)

Lazy Sunday Afternoon

We went to church this morning. The pastor actually preached today. He's been sick with a pretty serious illness for the past month or so. Afterwards, I played Super Mario 64 on my DS for a little while during the commericals when Memphis creamed Texas. (By the way, Super Mario 64 is the best game ever!) It really was obvious from the very start that Memphis was better. This is a picture of Joey Dorsey of the Memphis Tigers doing what he does best: slam dunk. He was a star this afternoon along with Derrick Rose. I think he rather enjoys all that dunking. Tomorrow I'll have to post an awesome picture of him playing this afternoon. They don't have them on the web yet.... (:

Rachel just finished her LOVELY apron a few hours ago. I'm going to go get her to post about it. It's kind of a vintage pattern with pink heart fabric and white bias tape.

Well, the day slipped away. Before I knew it, it was 4:00. ttyl, sourpatch

(P.S. - Jess, I'm still waiting for the ear pictures ... please!)

Applebee's Pancake Breakfast

This morning we got out and went to an Applebee's pancake breakfast. Their pancakes are horrible, but it was a fundraiser for Rachel's Honor Society group. Rachel drove part of the way back. It wasn't as bad as yesterday, thankfully. By the way, HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESSICA! What is everybody else doing with their Saturday? Has anyone been keeping track of the Tigers' games and stuff? sourpatch

HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY JESSICA!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESSICA!!

I hope you have a good one. You're a teenager now!

- sourpatch

Rachel's Learners Permit

Rachel went and got her learner's permit the other day. She drove from my grandma's house to ours. Very scary. We almost ran off the road once.... But, for a first time drive, she wasn't bad, I guess. Still can't wait 'til I get mine.... sourpatch

Pictures from Brownsville and Mexico

I took this picture through the car window when we were crossing the border into Mexico. I just thought it was kind of interesting. How often to you come upon a sign like that?! This is the river bend in the Rio Grande. The grass right in front of you is America, and the other side of the river is Mexico. My grandfather's house is about 1/3 mile from here. He saw some illegal Mexicans swim across before, too.

He is one of the cowboys that ran the King Ranch in the southern tip of Texas.

This is in the marketplace of Matamorous, Mexico, right across the Texas border. My grandpa took us there. So sanitary, isn't it?

In the middle of the marketplace...

Before my grandpa died, we went to Brownsville, TX, and Matamorous, Mexico. These are pictures that my family took. Enjoy, sourpatch

The Way He Was Raised - By Josh Turner

This is one of my favorite songs by Josh Turner. If you really listen to the lyrics, they're really good. I love country music! Enjoy, sourpatch

4-H Demonstration Contest Results

I placed 2nd place in the contest. I'm pleased with how I did though. I got a pretty red rosette. sourpatch

4-H Demonstration Contest

Tonight I am participating in a 4-H Demonstration Contest. Right now I am all dressed-up and stuff. I am using my science fair project board for my demonstration. Because of the grade I'm in, I'll only have to answer questions that the judges ask me. This should be relatively easy, knowing that I have studied this subject for nearly 4 months. I'll post the results tomorrow. Wish me success! sourpatch