Craziness.

PackingGetting ready for a trip like this is CRAZY. Not only do I need to pack and make sure I have everything ready for my classes (a million thanks to David, the orgainizer of the Kiwi Scraps event, he is AMAZING to work with), but I have to get things all organized around here too. This morning while I was driving around doing errands I was thinking about how BUSY I am...that whole thing about wondering what in the heck I did in my life before I was doing this stuff...


Today I am working on my column, gathering up my clothes, picking up all the piles I have here, talking to Donna and Cathy on the phone, etc. And totally excited about my new computer bag and carry on from Mimi - works for scrapbooking stuff or lots of other goodies (tons of pockets inside).


And for those of you I will be meeting in NZ and Australia, here is a sneak peek at the Today You project:


Todayyou


Back to the craziness of preparations. And tons of thanks for the well wishes and blessings for our anniversary - so totally kind of you guys.

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  1. jenn says…
    08/02/2006

    safe travels Ali and remember...just breathe and enjoy :)
    hugs
    jenn
    p.s. can we see the full project after..sneak peaks are soooo hard! lol

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  2. Kara says…
    08/02/2006

    Sounds exciting. Have a safe trip and enjoy!

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  3. Irene says…
    08/02/2006

    Ali,
    have a very safe trip to the other side of the world! Hope you enjoy every bit of it. And take some socks and slippers with you (so you can take your shoes of on the plane and get really comfy) ... and don't miss your boys too much ... love them even more for the chance(s) they give you.
    Once more: girl, ENJOY!
    greetz,
    Irene

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  4. Christina says…
    08/02/2006

    Ali, don't forget to pack layers. It generally feels colder than the temperature indicates here. But if the sun is out and the sky is blue, it is absolutely unbeatable. Also houses/hotels/etc are pretty cold, especially in the morning and night, so be prepared with warm, comfy loungewear.
    Safe travels!
    Christina

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  5. Ana Magloire says…
    08/02/2006

    WOW! What a great oportunity to be able to travel the world and do what you love. Good things happen to good people.
    I love the sneak peek of the project. I will be taking that class with you in december in Tampa ( and all your other classes...MEGA big fan here...) and I'm very curious about the projects.
    I hope you have a great time in the land down under... It's definitely one of my dream vacations to go to New Zealand...
    Have fun and enjoy it.
    Ana.

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  6. Sally in Mass says…
    08/02/2006

    Great bag! Safe travels for you.

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  7. Michelle Curran says…
    08/02/2006

    is that great mimi bag going to be out for general consumption soon?
    glad you are just about ready to go to nz...you girls have fun!

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  8. Shawnna / flipflopmom says…
    08/02/2006

    so EXCITING
    have a FUN and SAFE trip

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  9. Dee says…
    08/02/2006

    see I knew I was right, I said on my blog I need to stop reading your blog, as its making me sad.......then you go and give a sneak peek of the one of the classes I was going to do:((
    Have a great time though Ali, us Aussies are fun and know how to have a good time. ENJOY!

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  10. Michelle Simmons says…
    08/02/2006

    Have a safe and wonderful trip!

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  11. lucy says…
    08/02/2006

    Am so excited to be taking your classes and meeting you in a few days. WOW the sneak peak looks awesome. We are counting down the sleeps here now.

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  12. Alicia in Asheville says…
    08/02/2006

    Have a safe trip and enjoy yourself. I sure wish I was taking that class. You will have to show us the rest of it when you return. Can't wait to hear about your trip. Be safe!

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  13. katie says…
    08/02/2006

    looks like it's going to be a great class!
    safe travels!!

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  14. Lee says…
    08/02/2006

    Oh Ali I am just busting at the seams with excitement about your trip. Thanks so much for the sneak peek at your project. AHHHHHH not long to go now till you hit Aussie shores. I am just like a monkey on a stick (a term my hubbie uses) jumping up and down with excitement.
    Have a safe trip and we shall see you soon.

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  15. Kathleen Joseph says…
    08/02/2006

    Ali,
    Safe trip. Hurry home to share stories!! You will be missed.

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  16. cathy says…
    08/02/2006

    crazy is right. spent more money on a carry on bag. dang. it feels so overwhelming because of how many of my family is going.
    AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
    So cannot wait to get underway.
    : )
    c

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  17. Robyn W says…
    08/02/2006

    Ok so i too am like Miss Lee, soooooo excited, its her fault....lol......she is my roomie, cant wait to meet you and yep cant wait to be in your class, doing that sneak peek.....cya in OZ

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  18. Sarah says…
    08/02/2006

    Have a safe trip and enjoy your time in NZ. Can't wait to do all your classes here in Sydney. I am SO EXCITED you can not believe it. Being able to take classes with you, Donna and Cathy is my dream that I never thought would come true :)
    Sarah

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  19. erin yamabe says…
    08/02/2006

    ok, have an amazing journey, safe trip and a ton of fun!!! can't wait to hear all about it!

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  20. sue treiber says…
    08/02/2006

    HAve a great trip! We will all be anxiously waiting to hear how much fun you had!
    Happy Anniversary! XOXOX

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  21. Brooke says…
    08/02/2006

    Ali, I'm so excited to be taking your classes in Sydney in a couple of weeks... expect lots of excited jumping up and down from us Aussies!

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  22. PamMc says…
    08/02/2006

    Such an exciting trip. Have a safe one, enjoy the classes, the people and the sights (I know you will). Take care.

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  23. Yvonne says…
    08/02/2006

    Have a good and safe trip to the kiwiland!
    I can't wait (if you decide) to see the projects you will be teaching in New Zealand!

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  24. Mimi says…
    08/02/2006

    I can't wait to meet you ! the project look awsome ! have a safe trip
    Mimi
    ooxoxox

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  25. mel says…
    08/02/2006

    ooh that project looks so delicious - cannot believe I have 3 classes with you in Sydney - woohoo!

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