Priceless Moments by Melia

January 2012 "Choose the Right" Blog Train

Happy New Year!  I'm excited to share with you this month's LDS Blog Train kit that I created with the theme "Choose the Right."  I thought I'd play off the words and make a fun bubblegum kit with "Chews the Right" to add to your scrapbook.  This is also my first month as the Train Conductor for this fantastic blog and I am excited to continue the success that has already been created by those who have worked hard to bring you these great freebies.  Leave a comment and let me know what you think!  I had such fun with this theme that I made a small kit at the bottom of this post for purchase.

Here's the direct link for the freebie Download Twiisters Jan 2012 CTR.

You just came from Noisy Pancakes and now you have come to the end of the Train! 

To start the train again, go to One Scrap Happy Chic.

 

Here is the extra mini-kit for purchase which can be found in my store on the right hand side in my paypal widget.  Here's the story behind the design.  Whenever my son doesn't listen or gets into trouble, he has to write 5 sentences and it increases in increments of 5 everytime that happens.  I thought it would be fun to make a kit from that concept, thus the "I will choose the right" written on a chalkboard was created.  The mini-kit includes all alphabet letters upper and lower case as well as (,), (.) and (?) punctuation marks plus two chalkboards.  Here's a sample of the kit up for purchase.

God Bless America!

Happy Veteran's Day to all those who have faithfully served our country. "I'm proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free. And I wont forget the men who died, who gave that right to me. And I gladly stand up, next to you and defend her still today. Cause there ain’t no doubt I love this land, God bless the USA!" That song really sums up what I feel today and everyday! Love to all my family members who have served, father, grandfather, uncles, great uncle, brother and sister-in-law. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Here's a collage of my family members along with an image of an eagle that I took this week. The eagle represents freedom. Living as he does on the tops of lofty mountains, amid the solitary grandeur of Nature, he has unlimited freedom... God Bless America!

LDS Temple Pictures just in time for Christmas!

We have just launched our Create and Design Website called "Twiisters."  We are so excited for you to join our Shoppe and take a peek around.  More products will be added as the week continues.  We are kicking off our debut with the Washington D.C. Temple.  The site is still under construction, but we wanted you to check it out and come back tomorrow to take advantage of a SPECIAL Grand Opening offer!  It will be posted right here Friday at NOON so don't forget because it will only be redeemable for a limited time!  Happy browsing and excuse the mess as we continue to clean up the construction site!  Here's the link www.twiisters.com click on the window called "Shoppe" to see the start of some great products for your home and friends!  Here's a sneak peak at one of the images that will be up for sale.

LDS Blog Train "Walk With Gratitude"

I am excited to share with you this month's Free Kit called "Walk With Gratitude."  I love this time of year with Thanksgiving just a few weeks away.  It is a good time to reflect upon our many blessings and give gratitude to those we love.  Enjoy this season of thanks and giving!!

You can download my portion Download PM WWG Oct 2011 Kit.

Purchase the Scrabble Lettle Kit to go with this FREE Kit for just $1.50.  Add it to the scrabble board that is in your FREE kit for some creative and fun scrapbook layouts!  Here's a sample of the Letter Kit up for purchase. (to purchase, view paypal storefront on right)

Here's a sneak peek at what you will grab along the way!

You probably came from: Word Art World
Your next stop is: Steadfast and Immovable

If you get lost along the way you can always visit the train station at the LDS Blog Train Blog.

Gifts from Heaven...

Here are some images of beautiful newborns.  These are always such sweet sessions...

LDS Blog Train "Let the Little Children Come"

As a little child, I loved scrapbooking.  Since those early years of designing by hand, the digital technology as taken off.  Scrapbooking today has changed so much, but the heart of it remains the same; creating something unique and beautiful. 

Today is my first time having a "car" on the train, you will usually find me "riding" the train and downloading some awesome digital scrapbooking elements.  As a thank you to all the hardworking designers, I decided to try my hand at designing my own kit.  Here's my first go at it.  Choo Choo!  It was a ton of fun but many hours of work!  Thanks to all the designers out there.  Hope you enjoy my kit from Priceless Moments called "Let the Little Children Come."  You can download my portion.  (link no longer available, to purchase this kit, go here.)

Here is a page I designed from this kit along with the alphabet letters that you can purchase for just $1.25.  I'd love to hear from you and your thoughts on my first kit!

You probably came from: Digital Designs by Em
Your next stop is: Psychozoe

If you get lost along the way you can always visit the train station at the LDS Blog Train Blog.

Congratulations Derek and Liz!!

Last week we were blessed to have a beautiful sunny day in Maryland to photograph a wedding.  It is a special occasion to share with the bride and groom in capturing for them their PRICELESS MOMENTS.  Here is a sneek peek at some of their portraits.  I'll update the video by the end of the week with images from the reception so check back soon!  Don't forget to leave a comment about the video.

 

Family Portraits: Capturing those "Priceless Moments"

It is such a blessing to be able to photograph families and the special relationships that they share.  It is the highlight of being a photographer!  This past Saturday, I was able to capture some sweet moments of a very beautiful family.  Life is so precious.  Hug those you love tightier and take a moment to slow down to enjoy what really matters most in life...FAMILY!

We'd love to hear your comments below!

Phssst!  Only 2 days available each month this summer for Family Portraits.  Book your session today!!  Text us at 562-253-1256 or email us at info@pricelessmomentsbymelia.com

A Not so Perfect Mother's Day Portrait

If you didn't get to read my quick post on Facebook, here are some images of me and my kids.  I wanted a nice portrait of me with the kiddos.  Let's just say they were being a little crazy.  The first two are what really a mother's life seems to feel like most of the time even if it is not what most people see.  I think this is what motherhood really is about the not so perfect moments when life is crazy and not in order...

Well, now you understand why I didn't post these on facebook!  Here's to the reason I wake up every morning...

Thanks to my little ones!!  They really do bring me TRUE JOY!!!  Happy Mother's Day!!

Help me TEST this video on YouTube!

TEST!! I am trying to figure out how this whole YouTube world works. I am about to post the "Living Beyond Breast Cancer" video, but I want to make sure that it is posted to be most visible. Can you please play the video below even if you do not watch the whole thing so I can see what happens. I want to make sure that YouTube will count the hits when embedded on facebook. Thanks!!