And a couple notes:
1. There were a few questions the other day about whether I liked working in this format/using this process. I put the “bones” of this album together months ago and am now simply filling it in with our daily stories and adventures. I have to say that I am really liking this. It is not complicated. It takes so much less time each day than if I was putting each page together each day. I love having the basic foundation already set-up. Highly recommend trying this sometime (could still do the 12-days of Christmas).
2. The dipped pretzels in the photo from yesterday were sent to us from our friend Tim. You could ask him about them here. Beware: they are really, really good. Sweet + salty is amazing.
3. Loved the movie we saw last night. Nice feel-good family movie. One of my favorite scenes was the “conversation” between Eric (the main boy) and Jason Bateman’s character. To create a page for my Daily album I went to the website, downloaded one of the screensavers, resized it in Photoshop and printed.
4. When the movie was over it was the perfect opportunity to go see Santa (we were already at the mall). No line (about 6:30pm on Friday night). Happy Santa. Happy Simon. He was super excited, we got all choked up…and so it goes. Such a nice night for the Edwards’.
I loved the movie too
Great pic of the little man with Santa.
And the album, oh the album… Perfect!
Love this! I look forward to seeing your next page each day.
Thanks for sharing all the details with us.
all so sweet…love visiting.
Great layering and colors!!
~C.
I have really have been enjoying your pages! They are so sweet!
Ali:
Everyday I can’t wait to see your creations. I am so happy for your enjoyable holiday season. Very uplifting. Thanks for sharing. Kelly
Oh that sweet boy! He reminds us everyday of how lucky we are to be parents! It’s moments like this that I wish my 3 were still as young as Simon! Enjoy it Ali, it goes so fast!
where did you find that round #7?!?! is it a stamp? i LOVE it!!! and #7 is my lucky #!!!
That is the sweetest picture of Simon! I love how excited and proud he looks. That is one of the reasons Christmas is so special!
i might have missed it but did you share with us how you made the book? what you included to make the base….i can’t seem to find it if you did. i just finished a halloween album that covered all our parties and costume changes.
Precious moments- well documented- family heirloom in the making. You are the GREATEST!!
Precious moments- well documented- family heirloom in the making. You are the GREATEST!!
Love the picture of Simon and Santa…must be at the mall in Eugene. My niece and nephew see that very same Santa each year
What a beautiful album!!! Love what you did with the pages today. Simon looks so happy…what a great photo of him and Santa!!! We’re heading out to see the same movie tonight… Hmmm… gotta scrap it in my Chistmas album. Thnaks for the daily inspiration, Ali!
I just love this album, I check in everyday just to see the new and different way you use some really cool everyday items along with the newest scrap trends.
Could you please tell me what white marker or pen you are using on your photos? I know you have posted it before, but I have lost my notes. I have yet to find one that works this well.
Cheers,
Karen Geckler
Ali,
that is THE cutest santa picture i have ever seen.
maybe i’m biased because simon and i are buddies – but i love it!
xoxo,
Jessica
Hello Ali,
This is really a treasure book for your family. Priceless….love it~
Love the album! Still working on my 10 things to be greatful and thankful for each day. It is so cathartic that I am really enjoying my life more as a result, as crazy as that sounds! Once again, thanks for the inspiration…
For the person asking about white pens on photos… I LOVE my Uniball Signo.
Ruthie
Ali,
Simon looks precious in that photo…so proud and grown up and happy to see Santa. Love the album so far. Thanks for sharing!
Taylor
I must admit, I was drawn to your blog by your acrylic album, I had not really visited your site before. I am enjoying sharing all the special moments your family share with such a special child. He is very lucky God picked such special parents to help him along lifes journey, he is truly blessed.
Am loving this album Ali – thanks for sharing it with us
You’ve got a pretty groovy Santa there!! Love his shirt!!
I agree with Dawn: your creations are so uplifting and inspiring! And Simon is such a cutie, too. Love the pictures you capture of him.
I am seriously in love with the transparency ideas. I can’t believe I never thought of that myself but I love how it looks every day. Thanks for the ideas, and Happy Holidays!
I really love how your book is turning out!
We saw this movie with one of the twin’s Tiger Cub scout troop and I cried through most of it! I LOVED it and the kids did too! What a wonderful movie for the children (and the adults who needed a wonderful movie to make them rethink the magic!)
Love your album! Definitely gonna get something like that put together!
-Katherine
I love this entry. Super cute photo of the two S’s (Simon and Santa)
The photo of Simon sitting on Santa’s lap is so sweet. I love how innocent and filled with wonder he looks. Now that my boys are grown, I pull out all of the old photos taken with Santa and I really feel sad about the ones we missed. Your acrylic Christmas album is really so beautiful and fun. You are unique and I am drawn to your classic, uncluttered style. I agree with those who find your blog uplifting. Thanks for sharing. Happy Holidays to you, Chris and Simon!
Geez you guys nailed the Santa photo. Simon sure is a star. Loving your album Ali!!
Cass H
(Western Australia)
A beautiful entry for a beautiful family day!!!
Thanks for sharing it
Peace–Ellie
WOW! Simon is so cute and getting so big! He’s such an awesome little dude!
Ali,
I just love seeing your album–I look forward to each day’s entry. You have a wonderful way of making things look simple to do, but still very interesting to look at.
And what a cute picture of Simon with Santa! Thanks for sharing.
love that photo! glad everyone had a great time!
Q: may i just ask which brand of photo papers you use? thanks!
Morning Ali!
I just want to say that I have been admiring and “oohing” & “aaahing” over this album idea for days now.
So, last night I STARTED one!!! I am so excited!! Yes, I have a few days to catch up on and mine isn’t all pre-done but I already know that I’m going to love looking at this album at the end of this month!!
Thanks for the awesome idea!!
Morning Ali!
I just want to say that I have been admiring and “oohing” & “aaahing” over this album idea for days now.
So, last night I STARTED one!!! I am so excited!! Yes, I have a few days to catch up on and mine isn’t all pre-done but I already know that I’m going to love looking at this album at the end of this month!!
Thanks for the awesome idea!!
Oops! Sorry for posting twice!
sniffle, what a sweet image of happy santa and happy simon! 6:30 on a friday night sounds like a plan!
All of the cool things Simon is doing lately totally makes me happy. Hanging out with Santa?? How great is that?
he is just so gorgeous! What a perfect poser. what a wonderful gift he has in you. and you and dad for him.
mary
What a wonderful picture of Simon with Santa!
We just saw the movie – loved it and the message. It’s amazing what you can do when you believe in yourself.
Stacy
Ali, you know what struck me most, is how much Simon looks like a young Chris in that photo – it really jumped out at me. I love this album. xo
Ali,
I love to hear what a great night you had. Josh and I will go see that movie soon.
We also had one of those wonderful family nights last night…I blogged about it and I still smile just thinking back to it.
Putting a little something in the mail for you tomorrow.
Ali … love coming to your blog each day everyone above is so right it is really inspiring and uplifting … thank you .. thank you … thank you .. merry christmas to you and your kin
Love that pic of Simon and Santa, thats a great one to treasure, love the snowfakes that frame it..Loving your album..Hope your holidays are great!
What a treasure your creating and I love your book–just got it and devoured it:-)
Great album! and wasn’t that a wonderful movie!! No violence, bad language…just a good story line! Loved it!
I have a huge favor to an owner of a D-reeves 8×8 acrylic album.I am ordering the album but until it gets here, is there anyone who has it and can scan it so I see where the holes go and can start cutting my pictures and making the album.
Thank you.
Cheryl
mobilenurse@gmail.com
Such a cute picture of Simon and Santa. This was our first year too that my son Vince (7 years old with autism) was able to go to Santa! No line for us on a Sat. night – I’m sure that helped. Vince even told Santa what he wanted (and Santa even understood him!). Such a milestone. Congrats to you, Chris and Simon!
i’m obsessed with this album!! SO inspired! THANK YOU, ali!
Love the album, tried looking for the initial instructions on how you put it together (and materials). I’d love to do somthing simiar for the summer and next Christmas, but need step by step if you can assist- thanks!