Project Life | Weeks Thirty-Nine, Forty and Forty-One
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Welcome to Project Life | Weeks Thirty-Nine, Forty, and Forty-One
NOTE: Both the Turquoise and the Amber editions of Project Life are back in stock at Amazon. These were the new designs that debuted late last year - there are new designs coming out next month as well. You can see all the options on Becky's site.
Today's post includes three weeks of Project Life, including two weeks put together by my Mom and Katie while I was traveling in Italy.
It's likely that I'll include a couple things about my trip into Project Life but I wanted to show you what it looks like without it first (see what my Mom did, etc). I imagine that I'll just add in a note and a couple photos - maybe a half-page insert with some of my favorite photos and maybe some information about the logistics and experience. I've got a separate project going for the rest of my trip documentation.
Let's start with Week Thirty-Nine (this was the week right before I left):
Week Forty:
First off, I love this. I love that my Mom and Katie collaborated to make sure these pockets were filled with photos and bits of life while I was away.
My parents took the kids down to the beach the first weekend I was away so my Mom included a full second page protector to accommodate the photos and stories.
I love, love, love having her handwriting in here.
What I really love though is that they took the time to do this while they were here. I came home to photos printed and all the content stuffed into the pockets. I know my Mom tried working my printer here at home but ended up with a couple trips to Costco for the 4x6 prints. Love you for doing that Mom. She even rounded all the corners.
Week Forty-One:
You'll notice as you look at this week that there's a few blank spots.
I'm thinking I'll use those spaces to include some Italy photos or words about where I was during this time.
This list cracks me up. It's a great idea to include something so simple, so everyday.
A little bit of the schedule.
My Dad did some awesome pruning around the yard. Super thankful for that too.
I also love that my Mom got on the internet and downloaded some of the information for the local corn maze - they visited a couple times.
These couple weeks put together while I was away could end up being some of my favorites of the entire year down the road. It's a special addition - so cool to have a bit of their perspective and memories included.
Project Life is a product created by Becky Higgins. It can be anything you want it to be. The pieces of the album kit (similar to the one I’m using) are available here. If you live outside the US check Becky’s site for more information on sources. View all my posts about Project Life here.
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High five to awesome parents! My Mom just sent me an email last night saying how glad she was that I was using my gift. Your Mom clearly feels the same. Can't wait to support my own kids like this!
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Wow! that's awesome. I love seeing her handwriting too. So lovely! You are uber blessed, Ali!
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That is soooo great! What a treasure!
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I am in awe that your sweet mama and nanny did this for you. It is most impressive to me that you so clearly recognize the gift that they are in your life. So glad that you have them and they have you.
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What a great support system you have! Love seeing things from your mom and Katie's perspective also your dad is a gem too!
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OMG, that is so awesome your mom worked on your Project life Ali. what a great way to have a part of her & your album from her perspective...gosh, i LOVE this!!!
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oops, i meant that to say "in your album" ;)
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How sweet of your mom to do that while you were away! Nice job!
I recognize the Spanish words:) Are the kids learning Spanish?
It's nice to see you are back:)
Sarah
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Ali
your Mom and Dad are amazing (and Katie is pretty cool too) how great that they did all that for you. and i love that Lily went to the beach too :-)
glad you are home safe and sound
julie
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what a beautiful act of love for your family and you. what amazing parents (and katie) you have.
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Hi Ali
Just LOVE the foods Simon likes list! Cracked me right up reading it as my big boy would be just about identical! great idea. Thanks for sharing.
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How awesome are these pages?! Love that your Mom & Katie got so involved in keeping up PL while you were away. I think it's fabulous to have your mom's handwriting and things she felt were important to document. Your family is blessed!
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Not only are your mom and dad awesome, but now I can see exactly why YOU are the person you are Ali! You are the same loving, giving, caring person that your parents raised by their example. You are ALL blessed indeed.
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Ali what a great mom you have. Love all she did in your album
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Seriously, she rounded the corners? That is just awesome.
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Awe, Ali, this is so cool!
And that's your mom's handwriting, right? That's the very best :)
I really admire your devotion to this project. I crate mine by the month-way fewer details. Your pages always make me yearn for a weekly format - you rock it!! Hugs, girlie :)
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love that you have those bits of your mom's handwriting too -- that makes it even more special, I think!
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Love this! I get my daughter to do some journaling every once in awhile, and also include a few of her photos in my PL. She works 4 days a week with her Dad so she is still a big part of our everyday lives!
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Love this! And what and awesome way for you to be filled in on all the day-to-day stuff when you couldn't be in two places at once. Love the handwriting as well. And the rounded corners. I see where you got your attention to thoughtful detail!
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You have a great mom and a great Katie! Woot Woot!
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They are no longer teaching handwriting in our schools, and even nice printing isn't emphasized. That's a real treasure to show a lost art like that. Maybe your children or Grandchildren will be inspired to bring back a lost art.
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