Thursday, August 12, 2010

Family Tree

I showed you Annie's rainbow octopus that she made at our church's "Unleasing Creativity" event, but I didn't show you what I made.  I am no artist but I do love taking pictures of people I love, so this is what I made:

Our family tree.   It is actually pretty big...36 x 24.  Just 2 days later when my Dad had his surgery it meant all the more to us.  I gave it to my parents and they love it. 



















We haven't hung it for them yet...& the little kids are enjoying covering it with fingerprints as they point to all the people they love so much.

Yeah...you might need to make one too.  :)

Thanks to everyone for their prayers & well wishes for my dad.  He is home & has come a long way this past week.  He is doing GREAT!  He really is, so thank you!
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18 comments:

  1. AshAugust 12, 2010 at 2:26 AM

    what a neat family tree photo! thank god that your dad's recovering. it must be a stressful time then.

    ~ash's mum

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  2. nicola/smilernpbAugust 12, 2010 at 2:43 AM

    That is so lovely! Although with all of the divorces and remarriages and step-children on my side of the family I would need such a big photo frame. Hubby's family is quite small so that might work out nice and neat! :o) xo

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  3. -stephanie-August 12, 2010 at 5:43 AM

    That's so much more special than just a name family tree. Beautiful! Good to hear your dad is doing better.

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  4. MS/AC FanAugust 12, 2010 at 8:42 AM

    Boy- that sister of yours with the long brown hair- good look'n! ;)

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  5. AndreaAugust 12, 2010 at 8:51 AM

    Awesome...Gorgeous!
    Blessings,
    andrea

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  6. koraleeAugust 12, 2010 at 10:19 AM

    Yahoo for you! Love this idea. Hugs.

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  7. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresAugust 12, 2010 at 10:59 AM

    What a beautiful family! Your kids are just the sweetest, cutest things ever (even when they are covered in mud). Love Annie's rainbow octopus. I can imagine the glitter being in every crook and cranny! And that Miss Betty sounds like a patient and kind person. The girls had a grand time for sure. How wonderful! Best wishes for a beautiful day! :) Tammy

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  8. Christina BerryAugust 12, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    BEAUTIFUL family! Miss you!

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  9. MartinaAugust 12, 2010 at 2:48 PM

    Oh, i love hearing your dad's doing fine - no wonder, with such a nice family to back him up! So cute how everyone is wearing white on these pix - were they done on the same day?
    One day, i want to do our family tree!

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  10. AnonymousAugust 12, 2010 at 3:57 PM

    What a sweet and touching gift. God's timing is perfect! I am sure that meant a great deal to them!

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  11. La Burbuja RosaAugust 12, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    What beautiful and touching gift for your family dear Libbie!! So looovely artwork,you're so sweet!!
    I'm very happy that your father feels more better,is he at home now,isn't he?
    Xoxo

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  12. Anne LorysAugust 12, 2010 at 9:02 PM

    Great news about your daddy!

    And what a beautiful idea. So nice to see your whole beautiful family in one post. :-)

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  13. the old white houseAugust 12, 2010 at 10:31 PM

    Libbie, you look just like your beautiful mother! What a wonderful gift for your parents, the gift of love that shows in every smiling gorgeous face. They will treasure it always. I'm so glad to hear your dad's health is improving everyday, every picture shows just why he is getting better, all the love just shows through those smiles. Hugs to all, I know you probably get tired of passing this on for me but tell Kate I say Hello o.k.? :) and that I really need to see pics of her lil croquet party! Thanks for the emotional support... Theresa xoxo

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  14. RosieAugust 13, 2010 at 12:52 AM

    oh Libbie dear, this is so special...no wonder everyone loves it!!!
    Glad to hear all is going well with your dad's recovery.
    You and Kate are blessed with a beautiful family...so nice to meet them all...give that Kate a hug from me...love Rosie

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  15. MarlaAugust 13, 2010 at 11:25 PM

    Oh Libbie, I hate that I have been out of the loop with your blog. I am going to catch up reading right now. We are praying for continued healing for your precious dad.

    I love what you did with the photos! Love it!

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  16. KarenAugust 14, 2010 at 9:10 AM

    So glad your Dad is better! What a lovely idea. Each one a blessing. Thanks for sharing your family. smiling.....

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  17. Farmgirl PaintsAugust 14, 2010 at 10:13 PM

    What a fabulous idea. You really have a precious family!

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  18. EmilyAugust 15, 2010 at 6:22 PM

    What a lovely idea! Thanks for sharing!!!

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