....and we're OFF!

It's Fall Break...& we are goin' to the land we love....with friends & sunshine...over & out.

xo

r
p.s. don't forget tonight's Web Show! fun Yudu stuff! 

p.sssss.t

many have asked about the BOO sign I did...here's a little gift for you! enjoy & Happy Fall Break!

Booed by Rhonna Farrer    personal use only

Boo by Rhonna Farrer    personal use only

refocus. rejoice. & be still....

I'm feeling much better. Thanks for everyone's well wishes...I think I just ran out of gas. My body was telling me to slow down. *wink*.

So, I listened. 

 I listened to this over the weekend...my favorite 'filling station'. & I have to say....I was certainly filled up.  I listened very, very carefully. I listened to wise counsel, eternal truths, & at times it even seemed like the speakers were interjecting, 'Rhonna.....listen to this' ...it was as if they knew exactly what I needed to hear to refocus. rejoice. & be still.

One of my favorite quotes really hit home:

 "...Refocs on what matters most. Strength comes not from frantic activity, but being settled on a firm foundation of truth & light." Dieter F. Uchtdorf

I can't wait...the text will be available on Thursday...& you can bet I'll be reading & re-reading these amazing messages.

So....it's October...how did that happen? I feel like I lost about 2 weeks. But...it's my favorite month...Fall. my Birthday. Halloween. I'm giddy!

Last night we had fun w/ our neighborhood's 'Boo' fest. I love this time of year....it was all chilly & we dressed up in dark hoodies....running & ringing doorbells throughout the neighborhood. I feel like a little kid when we do this....so fun....

We filled a chinese take out box of spider rings & attached the Boo poem with a 'we've been Boo'ed' sign, too. Then, they have 24 hours to pay it forward. Heee! let the fun begin...I'd say this is a way to rejoice.  I love spending time with my family!

What are you guys doing with your family this season to rejoice??

things that make me happy....

Today I'm feeling very grateful that I'm a mom...it started out kind of bumpy....got a bit smoother as the day went on...& finally ended with  a *bang* Ka*pow* right in the *kisser* kind of a day! 

We drove up to Sundance tonight....the autumn colors were so gorgeous.  ...the top off the jeep... everyone laughing & talking...wind in our hair!   I really do believe that family time every week is so important. I love Monday nights!

**eta: I am working on a storyboard for each of my kids....but, got too tired to post anything else...more to come!

...this day will never happen again....

This is a quote that always pulls at my heart strings when I think of my kids.  Especially the First Day of School.

School is back in session & I'm still in denial.  I really do love having my kids at home during the summer...we had such a great time. They are all at such fun ages & we love being together. 

But, getting photos of them is difficult now. Admittedly, I've put them through many photoshooots that may have tainted their love for smiling for the camera.

So, for the first day of school I was lucky to get just a few good shots. I'm excited to get these blown up & printed on metallic paper. I'm in LOVE with Persnickety Prints. LOVE. They are

1. speedy 

2. gorgeous quality

& 

3. friendly...they are just cool people!

So, I'm thinking blown up to a 12x12 & putting them in our huge glass frames you can see here. 

Wouldn't that be cool? I mean...come on...$1.99 for a 12x12 print?
yea....I think it's a great way to remember this day forever. 
Have a fabulous last day of August!

special day....

happy birthday to my dad...

love him for what he is.

& what he isn't.

love him for what he's taught me by living, not preaching.

love him for how he makes me feel...special.

love him for the way he makes me laugh. & cry.

love him for eternity!

Here's one of my favorite candid photos of him...He was among many amazing people & I love the look on his face here...thankful. happy. content. peaceful. he's my hero!

can you pick him out?

(photo from Oct. 2009 General Conference The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)

My mom & dad are living & serving in Guatemala at the LDS Temple there...they love it. That is where they both served missions for our church when they were younger.  I love this message he shared with the world in 2004:

We come to this world in many colors, shapes, sizes, and circumstances. We don’t have to be rich, tall, thin, brilliant, or beautiful to be saved in the kingdom of God—only pure. We need to be obedient to the Lord Jesus Christ and keep His commandments. And we can all choose to do that regardless of where we live or what we look like.

Thanks dad, for always teaching me this through your love, obedience & your choices...happy birthday down there in Guatemala...I know what you are doing is the most important thing...serving & loving! And I know this is where I gain my happiness! We miss you!

The beauty of being a woman....

 ( credit: House of 3 Mother Heart Brushes)

I hope everyone had a wonderfully delicious day yesterday! Happy Mother's Day to ALL women!!!!

My sweet kids & gorgeous husband spoiled me, pampered me...showered me with love notes & goodness. I got to talk to my own, wonderful Mother & we spent it with my amazing Mother in Law & Sisters in Law...all such great women & mothers. *I missed my own sisters & SIL on the other side of my family, but love them just as much!

It just made me reflect on what a powerfully amazing thing being a woman really is!  I just love it!  Great start to a new week!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Today I'm basking in LOVE.
LOVE for my dream man.
LOVE for my fab kiddos!
LOVE for the blessings I feel. family. friends. health. happiness.

....making heart shaped Pavlova & taking pictures of my Valentines...life is good. enjoy your day!

We interrupt this program for....Sunshine!

I've been MIA! I'm taking a bit of time in the sunshine! be back on Wed!
xox

Merry Christmas!

from our family to yours...remember the reason for the season!
xox
&
love} Jeff, Rhonna, Jaya, Tali & Sol!

Happy Birthday, MOM!

Mom, I feel like I say the same things over & over again each year....I mean, what can I say when I have the best mom in the world?
So....here's a lil somethin' for you on your Birthday!




We love you & miss you & wish you could be here with us, but know you are doing the most important thing right now & as you've taught us:
We are happy to sacrifice! love you so much! *no empty chairs*
xox
Rh... & the fam!

Happy birthday, Amy!

love you, sweets!
i'm the luckiest sister in the world!
xox
R

**another GREAT day...celebration time!

Today is another great day....for 3 reasons.
(collage frame: House of 3)
No. 1:
....my dad's birthday. I love this man. He's kind, funny, smart, & has set such an incredible example to me & my 5 siblings...not to mention his 27 grandchildren. Thanks, dad, for being the kind of dad that uplifts & inspires me...continually! I love you!
(photo by Terra)
No. 2:
My good friend, Layle is celebrating a birthday, too! She's amazingly talented, fun to be around & just knocks your sox off with her style! love ya, girl!

No. 3:
First.
Day.
Of.
School.
I love summer. I love being with my kids. But, by the end of summer vacation...we are ALL ready to kick into high gear again. Welcome School! Good bye Summer...see you next year!
R

today's a gooooood day!

3 of my fave people are celebrating birthdays...

pop on over & wish Sande a big HB!...she's my isanely creative, talented, fabulous, artistic soul sister. love you, S!

& my favorite Sol Man...is 9 years old today! wow...my baby...9! he's the sunshine in our lives. hence, the name. Sol. Spanish for the sun. He's a light. Ever since he was born I could feel his happiness radiate. Doesn't this picture just show it all? Love him. Love what he's brought to my life & our family.
&...the 3rd~ my nephew. The cutie patootie is 2!!! *photo by the amazing Cherie!
wow!
He's darling...looks a lot my like dad & it's so fun to see him grown up. He adds a lot to our family & we are so thankful for him!
enjoy your own celebrations today!
R

unplugged....

no internet.
no email.
no nothin.
up in the mountains of Colorado...with family.
sheer bliss.
It was so amazingly beautiful & we hiked, laughed, biked, ate, swam, laughed, bungee jumped, rode a buckin' bronco, slid (I crashed) down the alpine slide & enjoyed bonding as a family. 25 grandkids = a bit of crazy (& we missed 2 of them greatly...but, Jeff & Cherie were occupied! congrats, guys!)
My sister has an amazing eye & she brought fab, colorful props for taking pics! We had too much fun with all of the girl cousins...the photo shoots were fun memory makers!

Amazingly beautiful bailey....these 2 girls melt my heart!

fun hats. umbrellas. out in the woods...it was so gorgeous...then, it poured! good thing we had the umbrellas!

We found these cool trucks lined up along someone's fence. they were out having their 4th of July bbq & I stopped & asked if we could take pics. 25 grand kids poured out of cars & we shot fast & furious as they just played on them!fudge, fireworks, old towne goodness....even the Hof3 4th of July Tees we made were a huge hit! Even the little stubborn ones loved & wore theirs! *wink*

Family is what it's all about for me...spending time, making memories, bonding with each other & the kids....our week was one filled with gratitude, love & FUN!

We missed Cherie greatly, but loved being together as moms, women, wives, sisters...family! They are all amazing & truly inspire me to want to be my best self!
**they wore their 4th of July shirts, too! :)***elbow still bandaged 3 days after I left most of it on the alpine slide track...i have GOT to slow down!**
(frames on photos: House of 3 Rounded White Corner Kit, Rounded Corner Frames & Negative Frame Set.)

Also...to learn more about using frames & such to make your photos *pop*...Jessica Sprague just started a FREE online workshop including an exclusive House of 3 kit! Go check it out!

R

tuesday happenings>>>1,2,3

(photo taken at dear lizzie; hat for sale there!)
1. special day in our house:::: J's birthday is today. She's growing up so fast, it kind of freaks me out. But, she's so wonderful & I do enjoy seeing her learn, grow & become an amazing person! I love you, Iri!
2. fun stuff over at House of 3's Inspiration House! New printable kit. 6 pages to print out. sparkler tags, bottle wraps, peanut labels...& stuff for this cute garland! love it! AND..steps on the sparklers, garland & even popcorn bags! Go check it out here>>>>and.
3. FAQs. I think it's time to have another one of these. I'll open it up for questions. If you've emailed me some questions lately, sorry I didn't get back to you. I've been swamped & thought it would be good to have the questions here so I can answer them & all can see. no waiting for my email! LOL!
have a fab day..I'm going to play all day with my kids!
R

happy...

memorial day...hope it was fabulous for everyone!
we had a fantastic day...together...as a family...lots of fun!

R

Mothers

credits: House of 3 French Oo La La Papers, Mother Heart Word Art

Mother's Day is Sunday here in America. I love this celebration of all the woman in my life!
my mom. & mother in law.
my sisters. & sisters in law.
my cousins. & cousins in law.
my friends. and YOU!

You are all a*mazing women!
I love you for WHO you are.
for WHO you help me to be.
for WHAT you do.
& for HOW you make me feel.
& everyone around you, of course.
You are all such powerful, wonderful GOOD women & I am soo thankful we are FAMILY and and FRIENDS!!!!

Woman are such strengths to each other, their spouses, children, grandchildren, friends...everyone!
Keep up the good work, everyone! This world needs strong, happy, wonderful women!
Happy Mother's Day to you all!


So, in honor of Mother's Day...check out some of the NEW House of 3 stuff. It's all vintage French inspired **from my Paris trip of course** and oo la la! I'm having so much fun with these new goodies!

Just as reminder: today is the last day for the House Adornment Wall aRt Special pricing; Buy 2 Get 1 Free....today. it ends. done deal. so...go get'em! Mother's Day is coming up...fun prezzie, I'd say! For your friends, sisters, sisters in law, mothers, mothers in law...any woman in your life!


Happy Thursday!
R

Right now...

this is what we are doing...right now. huuuuge smile on our faces. love this!

(credits: House of 3 Negative Frames)

As for my Paris update...I have so many photos, video & so much to say yet so little time to do it. I'll go through each day...little by little. i pRomise!

so check back & I'll highlight each day of my trip...for now, check out Shimelle's fun 'run down' of our Day 1 together...love her photos!

happy tax day. :Pblah!

R

april fool's!!!!!

You can get that cool House of 3 April Bundle for free...
all.
day.
today.
only.


& check out the Create Section for some ideas on how to use this fun bundle o' goodness!