Project Life | Weeks Thirty-Nine, Forty and Forty-One
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.
I love that your mom journaled in her own handwriting. What an extra little treasure for your kids to see years from now. I can get a card in the mail and know it's from my grandmother immediately by the handwriting.
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What an amazing mom you have! You are so blessed!You WILL treasure having her handwriting in your albums. It almost makes me cry to see that your mom collaborates on such a great project with you. I miss my mom so much!
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jennifer olson
when the new project life what album are you going to get the clementine or the cobalt
i like looking at your project life too work on my project life and how many project life album do you have
I'll be using Clementine (but am thinking about getting the Cobalt cards too to add them in). My Project Life this year is spread out over three albums - for me that's because I've included a lot of inserts.
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A beautiful post, happy tears in my eyes.
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i love that your mom understands your passion for memory keeping. what a blessing!!
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LOVE it! Your mom & Katie are AMAZING :)
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This is so cool! Your mom and Katie are the best! They ROCK!
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Your mom is a treasure Ali! What a terrific gift your parents and Katie gave you.
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how sweet that your mom and Katie worked on PL while you were away :) I am wondering what corner rounder you use?? I have 2 and do not like either one!!
The one I use is a little dark blue one from Marvy. Not sure if it's still available. I also know that the Corner Chomper works well.
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LOL to the rounded corners! :-)
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Very cool...your family is amazing! :) Have a great day, Ali!
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How neat that your Mom did the pictures and things for project life. She is really special to do that. Way to go MOM!
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Ali,
Your parents are amazing! You and your kids are so lucky to have them so involved in your lives... Best wishes to all and hats off!
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There is some really beautiful writing in there, particularly on the "Away We Go" card. Love it.
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I love your moms handwriting in your album. My mother just passed away a few months ago and I really treasure everything little thing about her now...like her handwriting. Seems small. but puts a smile on my face.
I agree - I have spent years asking around the family for a copy of our Christmas cake recipe in my grandmother's handwriting. It is her recipe that I make every year but I don't have it in her hand. She had little schooling as her mother died young and Nan had to stop going to school to care for the rest of the family at 11-years-old! But she did have the most beautiful handwriting and I am really sad not to have a sample of it.
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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!!!
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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