trying to branch out

So I wanted to know if anyone (or anyone you know) might be interested in purchasing any of the little items I have pictured below. The picture quality isn't great, but the quality of the item is pretty durable. I don't do mass quantities so if you want a wrist strap attached or a button instead of velcro I can do that. The one item I made at first as a joke for my sister, but it comes in pretty handy. It's a chapstick/lipgloss holder. I like attaching it to a zipper inside my purse or to my keys. It's good for kids at school too because you can just attach it to their backpack and they won't lose it as easily. The other thing is a little wallet of sorts. It's big enough to hold a lot of cards, cash, or random items that you have floating around in your bag. It's also good to keep bandaids, tissues, or small jewelry. I've also made a couple for kids. With the strap it's like a small purse for little girls or a wristlet to take out to dinner or if you go to an event that you would rather carry a smaller bag. I can do all different patterns. I usually ask for colors that people like and then pick out a pattern that complements the colors. I'm selling the larger "bag" for $6 + shipping and the smaller chapstick holder for $3 + shipping. Both offer additional padding inside so it's not so flimsy. They can all be hand washed which is good if you send them off to school or have them out at a restaurant. If you or anyone you know is interested please let me know. Thanks for your support!!

Tutrone/Conte Wedding

We were in NJ this past weekend for a wedding. My sister's good friend (and my aunt's next door neighbors for the past 30+ years) got married. My family has known their family forever and it was nice to be able to make it for the wedding. Our friend's father passed away about a year ago so she walked down the aisle with her brothers. They had a tribute to him during the reception. It was sad, but everyone was able to make the best of it and enjoy the day. They had a beautiful Saturday for a wedding. 85 degrees, sunny, and not humid. Everything went well. A lot of food, a lot of friends, and a great time. Below are a few pictures from the night.

My 1st, his 2nd...Complete

We're done with the deployment. At 10:00pm last night Quinn was released from his group and able to go home. It's good to have him back. We're going to be pretty busy the next few weeks, but hopefully we'll have time to meet up with friends and family. 370 days seemed like forever at times, but now that he's back it doesn't feel like we went through a whole year already. I'm glad it's done though!

2 Weeks

We're getting there. Slowly but surely this deployment is coming to a close. About half of the guys that Quinn deployed with are already back or are getting in tomorrow. There are another couple of groups heading back today, and Quinn will be leaving in just about a week. So much has gone on within this past year. I've made friends, lost friends, weddings, funerals, lost a job and then found a new one. Beyond that, I personally have changed as well. It has definitely been a learning experience, and I am grateful for having the chance to experience something like this. I know that Quinn did not enjoy his time out there, but whether he likes to admit it or not, he helped make a difference out there and I'm proud of him. We're ready to have him back though. Just 2 short weeks left. Maybe we'll actually have an opportunity to spend a full year in the same state with each other. After almost 4 1/2 years I think we're ready for that commitment! :)

4 weeks

Just about 30 days left...That's all :)

Wedding Weekend

My sister got married on July 3rd. We had a lot of fun. The weather was great and everyone enjoyed themselves. We're happy to add Dan to our family! Congrats Allison and Dan.

6 Weeks

We're starting to wind down. There are only about 6 weeks left to this deployment. I think everyone is ready to be done. I don't have much to say about it. Below is the picture we took the day he left. Hopefully we'll be able to get another one when he gets back. It would be nice if the next 6 weeks went really fast.