Continuing On...

Last night I read over the blog and realized what a nifty history it was.  Especially times with the grandkids.  My friend had her blog made into a book so I think I'll carry on.  I'll probably backtrack the highlights of last year...

Last year Canyon called to ask me if I knew any ways he could earn some money.  He wanted to buy a kindle.  I told him my walls needed some artwork and commissioned him to draw me a picture for $10.00.  A few minutes later the phone rang again.  It was Auggie.  "Grandma Niece, do you know how I can earn some money?"  So of course I then had to include Kenzie.  These are what they sent me.

Canyon's - Age 8 {Love the creativity of the bicycle mouth}

Auggie's - Age 5 {Love the goggles}

Kenzie's - Age 7 {Ever the astute negotiator she rummaged up 5 pictures she had already done & wanted to collect 50 bucks.  A long conversation later she had to cough up an original for the said amount.}

We are now going to make it a yearly tradition.  This is the letter that went out for this year.

Dear Kids,

It’s a brand new year and so I need new artwork from my favorite and talented artists.  I have a wall at my house that is just going to be about people. 

Some ideas are to draw yourself or your family.  Your best friend or anyone you’d like.  And your person or people can be doing anything you like.  They could be riding bikes, playing soccer, reading on their kindles or standing upside down on their head.  Use your imagination. 

You can color it with crayons or markers, colored pencils, glitter or anything else you want.  Or you can just leave it white. 

Your picture will hang up for the whole year so take your time and do your best.  Make it something you are proud of.  (You cannot send me something you have already done.)  Sign it with your name.

Use the paper I sent.  There are extra pieces in case you need them.

Send me your picture by the end of January and when I get it I will send you $10.00.  I can’t wait to see what you make.

Love, xo

Grandma Niece