check out my schtuff!

i have an etsy sites that has a combination of all kinds of things.  i have digital photos i'll email you that were taken around the world, handmade fleece scarves, and more!  i'll be adding a few more products soon (knit scarves, coasters, etc.)

marlagraces.etsy.com

a portion of each sale goes to non-profit!

Jim Ranger on American Idol

Our little Jim was on American Idol last night!  His LA audition aired and you can check it out here.  We're all so proud of him and excited for his family.

Check out his myspace and buy his CD!

Jim singing at my wedding reception.  It was a mini Jim Ranger Band reunion (comprised of my husband Colin on bass, brother-in-law Cody on guitar, friend Dallas on drums, and Jim on guitar and vocals!)

*UPDATE 2/11/10* So many of you watched American Idol this past Tuesday and saw that Jim was eliminated at Hollywood Week.  They didn't show him singing or any details, but if you've heard Jim sing, you now he rocked it and gave it his all.  We know great things are in store for Jim, and we're sure his church is glad to have him leading music there.

Sekonic L-398M Studio Deluxe II light meter-- we're never going to be friends, are we?  we've tried this so many times for so many years.  when will you learn to play nicely?

me punching the light meter in the arm.  it could use a good nudge.

MLK

Thank you, Martin Luther King, Jr., for all the great sales you have provided today.  I got lots of things half off at Hancock's Fabrics.  Was your dream for more affordable retail?  If so, I have seized the dream for my own.

In all seriousness...I met Martin Luther King III a few years ago, and it was a great privilege to be in his presence.  And again in all seriousness, thank you, Martin Luther King, Jr., for your passion, perseverance, and faith.

Me with Martin Luther King III.  February 2007.

i'm watching lynda videos to learn apple's motion program.  i need to learn it quick!  i'm hoping i'll be able to do some neat stuff with it for an upcoming video.

in other news-- i just finished a new bulletin design for my dad's church.  here's the front:

okay, i gotta get back to motion videos now!