stampin4fun: A weekend of this and that!

I had a great weekend so I thought I'd share some photos with you.

We headed over to Ottawa this past weekend. The goal was two-fold: to see our oldest son who has been doing a one year coop term in Ottawa and start the university research process for my daughter who is in grade 11.

Although the drive into Ottawa was not fun due to the snow storm on Friday (why is it still snowing so much in March!!??) we made it there safely and had a pretty relaxing weekend.

We lounged around in the hotel room on Saturday until Michelle and I walked over to the campus and the boys went shopping.

The campus tour led by a student was very informative. My daughter is interested in either engineering or science so it was great that she got to see the science labs and the tours were grouped by faculties so the student tour guide was able to give first hand experience of what it is like in the science lectures.

What I found funny was that my daughter was less interested in the actual program and seemed more interested in the extra curricular sports options and the perk that Mont Tremblant wasn't far away so she could go skiing.

She doesn't get her interest in sports and outdoor activities from me!!

She keeps talking about wanting to go to the University of British Columbia since I suppose there are lots of outdoor activities to enjoy given the mountains and ocean not far from the campus.

I keep trying to redirect her to consider the academic programs at each university! 🤣😂

After the university tour we just relaxed and then met our son for dinner.

We used it as an excuse to celebrate that he just landed a summer coop job. He's excited to learn some new things in a different job environment.

It was so nice to enjoy dinner out with the family!

On our way home on Sunday, we decided to stop at the Big Apple. It's a bakery, tourist attraction, and eatery all in one.

It seemed appropriate to buy a pie since Monday was Pi day. (3.14)

By Monday all the relaxing was over! It was back to work for me although it felt weird to have the rest of the family home for March break.

I did manage to finish packing and shipping all the March classes. I have to say, one good thing about the pandemic is that it forced me to be more streamlined with my classes. It was very satisfying to have all the packets in their little bags waiting for pick up/shipping.

Don't worry if you missed my March classes. I've got some great classes lined up for April!

I'll paste them below. Remember, the registration deadline is April 1st. and you can register for any of the April classes HERE Due to supply issues I always recommend registering early!

Monday night I had French club (part of the course I'm taking at Humber College). It's a tad frustrating that no matter how much I learn and practice french, there's still so much to learn and remember. For example, remembering which verbs require "etre" in the past tense was something I think I learned first in elementary school but I still felt the need to take a photo of this slide when it showed up on the conversation club screen last night.

I know I'll never be a native French speaker, but I still love the language and love chatting it up with any Francophones I can find!

Thanks for letting me share a little of my life with you! Let me know in the comments what you enjoyed last weekend!

Sweet and Simple Stamping on my Facebook Page: Thursday April 7^th , 5pm Join me in my Stampin4fun with Gen facebook page to see me create 4 sweet cards. You’re welcome to watch live or watch the replay. Anyone can watch and learn for free! Like what you see? Request the cardmaking packet for $25 by April 10^th https://www.facebook.com/GenStampin4fun

Team STIC Stamper Celebration: Tuesday April 19^th, 7pm Our monthly team get together over zoom. It’s typically on the third Tuesday of each month. We stamp, connect, and inspire one another. Team STIC stampers can join every month for the fun. Want to get a feel of the vibe of our team? Come check it out. Just let me know!

Technique Class: Online Zoom Monday April 25^th 7pm Come learn some fun techniques for your cards. You’ll make 3 step-up wow projects and learn some new things. .$25 or FREE with an order (min. $30). Add $5 for shipping. RSVP 1^st of the month.

Delicate Dahlias Class: Great Value! Make 8 cards (2 of four designs) using the beautiful Delicate Dahlias stamp set. This stamp set is no longer available from Stampin’ Up! But I will be including this stamp set free in your class kit. Do the cards on your own time with the tutorials provided. You’ll also receive $35 of product in your. Cost: $45 RSVP by April 1st Add $20 for shipping if req. In person may be possible: TBA

Biggest Fan Stamp a Stack: Create 8 masculine/sports themed cards. I use the Your Biggest Fan Bundle and it is a recommended add on for this class if you don’t already own it. Receive precut pieces for 8 cards (2 of 4 designs), envelopes and $30 of additional product. Do this class on your own time at your own leisure with the tutorials provided Register by April 1st Tutorials will be emailed by April 23rd. Cost: $45 (add $20 shipping if required. Free shipping if you register and need shipping for the Delicate Dahlias class) In person may be possible: TBA

Memories Matter Scrapbooking: April 22nd 7pm Time to preserve some memories! In this class you’ll create 2 12X12” scrapbook pages (one layout). You’ll receive precut pieces, step by step instruction, new stampin’ product and a 2 hour zoom room “crop time” where you can work on your scrapbook albums Cost: $48. Want to save? Become a subscriber and you’ll receive the special price of $45 per class plus you can claim $25 free product when you do 7 consecutive sessions. Monthly subscribers can cancel anytime. Register by the 1^st of each month. (shipping $20 if required)

New Catalogue Stamp Camp: May 28/29: This is a not to be missed kick off of the 2022-23 annual catalogue. You'll get to make 10 different cards and be inspired with a WIDE variety of product from the new catalogue. All ten card packets will be cut and prepped for you with envelopes and you'll receive a goodie bag of new product PLUS inspiring stamping demonstrations I am hoping public health guidelines will allow for some form of in person component on May 28th with the zoom component on May 29th Cost: $65 (save $10 if Team STIC or Stampin4fun club member). Add $20 if you need your event box shipped to your door.

March Online Ordering Special: Get a surprise sampling of 12 sheets of 6X6"Designer Paper free with your online order of $60 or more. Shop online HERE. Make sure to use host code: 4EX6242V