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Life 2012 | Line Drawn

Beth can get pretty particular about things and she enjoys bossing her brother around. He’s pretty good about letting her get her way, although sometimes he has to break free and do his own thing. Both of my kids can go through lots of blank paper, drawing their little hearts out.

One day, as I saw we were getting low on paper, I just tore off a big sheet of my brown butcher paper and let them have at it. It keep them busy for a couple of hours, filling every inch of the thing. But the first thing, that Beth had to do was draw a line down the middle. She had to make sure that things went her way and that the drawings were separate. Silly kids.

Life 2012 | Brotherly Protection

I want to remember these amazing little moments that make life worthwhile. I love these 2 kids so much. How did I get so blessed to be their Mom?

On Sunday, March 4th, JJ and Beth were playing a game that they love to play with their Dad. Joey is the tickle monster and he has to stay in his chair at his desk and the kids have to try and get around him without being tickled. They have to be pretty sneaky to get by him. They could play this for hours. It sometimes moves to other rooms and especially on our bed, but in this instance they were in the living room.

After playing for awhile, JJ started helping Beth get away, even though it made him get captured by that tricky Tickle Monster. As he was being tickled he called to Beth, “How about I always be here to save your life!”

That sounds pretty good to me. I hope they will always protect and love each other.

Project 365 | Week 36

Monday, August 31, 2009

Beth hung out with me all day. It was her “special activity.” She got all her smiley faces last week, so she chose to be with mom and we went school shopping for her, out to lunch, and then played at home! I think she had a wonderful day!

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

I am so happy to be able to capture these fun moments when my kids get along. JJ was reading (to Beth) his little book he had made at school!

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

I worked hard all week to finish up my pirate kit. It gets released next week, but it was so good to get it done. I hope my customers like it – I always get so nervous after spending so much time on a kit – hoping that it goes over well. We’ll see. Here is your sneak peek to the kit!

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Another cute moment with the kids. I love it when JJ “protects” his sister. They were watching a cartoon together. Just cute!

Friday, September 4, 2009

We made chocolate chip cookies today. The kids couldn’t wait for them to cool down so they could have one! I am going to try and make cookies every Friday – a fun tradition to start!

Saturday, September 5, 2009

We got some beads on Monday and the kids have been so anxious to get their hands on them. We made fun bracelets today that the kids, especially Beth, really enjoyed. Beth has worn the bracelet all week! JJ calls his bracelet, “his watch,” much more masculine right?

Beth also got all her smiley faces again – so Beth and I went out for ice cream at the mall and bought some new princess figurines at the Disney Store! Beth insisted that we buy some surprises for Dad and JJ too, so Dad got some ties and JJ got some Little Einstein Figurines.

Sunday, September 6, 2009

After church we were just really tired, so we got in our pjs and just hung around the house for the rest of the day. Sometimes that is the best vacation there is – being together and lounging around the house!

Project 365 | Week 32

Monday, August 3, 2009

For the past couple of weeks I have been completely consumed with designing this new kit line. I have worked on this on and off for months – but the opportunity of a blog train and extra stuff had me getting it ready for this past couple of weeks. I got most of it done last week, but the first half of this week I had to completely dedicate myself to finishing it.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

My poor children and hubby had to basically live without me as I worked long, very long hours to finish these up. I stayed up most of the night every night the past few days to get it done.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

And then, I finally did it – I finished it. And I have been so amazed and blessed to have the response to it that I have – thank you all of you for your kind words. It has definitely taken a lot out of me to get it done – I need to spend some quality time with my family and away from the computer for awhile! WHEW!

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Today we took our monthly visit to Costco to stock up on some needed items! The kids enjoyed getting out of the house – especially since I have been so stuck to my computer lately.

Friday, August 7, 2009

I was trying to do some cleaning and get caught up with things today. I could hear the kids in their room talking and laughing. I was starting to wonder what they were up to when they came out to show me. JJ had dressed his sister up in his superman cape and hat. It was adorable – my little SuperGirl. It is always fun to see JJ taking care of and playing with his sister!

Saturday, August 8, 2009

A big day! We woke up early and headed to Lagoon (a local amusement park) to spend the day with Aunt Amy and Uncle Matt and cousins Logan and Alyssa. We actually haven’t seen them in a couple of years and until today, hadn’t even met Alyssa so it was really fun to be with them. The kids really enjoyed the rides and we benefited from an overcast day which was so great that it wasn’t so hot! But since it was a little chilly we didn’t go into the Lagoon-a-Beach like we were going to. Instead we got soaked on the Raft Ride and as we were leaving the park, Beth had to run through the water fountains (she loved it.) We then headed to a park and left Uncle Aaron with the kids and Joey and I went to the Bountiful temple to be with the Mortensens as they were sealed together for Time and All Eternity. We were late, but we made it just in time (of course that made us the center of attention as we walked into the room – sorry Curtis and Anne). But it was a very beautiful ceremony and I am so happy for them. We returned to Curtis and Anne’s home for some refreshments and visiting. We got to meet Brandon and Sabrina’s new little one, Kalissa too, so it was a wonderful day!

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Our Family Home Evenings are usually held on Sundays instead of the usual Mondays, just because Joey is usually home. We need to do better at actually having gospel lessons, but we have at least spent some quality time together. Lately it has been introducing the kids to some of our favorite movies that Joey and I watched growing up. Today we watched The Princess Bride! The kids will probably like it better when they get older – but it was still fun to watch it together today.

Project 365 | Week 10

Monday, March 2, 2009

We got out the kids travel cups today as I am starting to put things together for our trip. Just looking at things and starting to plan out what I want to do and what I want to take. The kids like to play with these cups because they can put it around their necks. Pretty goofy kids – but I’m glad they can find delight in the little things!

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

JJ’s school is having a read-a-thon this month. Each student who reads at least 500 minutes (or is read to) will receive a pass to a local water park and also a pass to a family fun center. I’ve been really slacking off lately with reading to my kids, so this is a great opportunity to get back on track. We decided to start with The Complete Tales of Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A Milne. This book was one of Joey’s treasures, until we had kids and now it is worn-out. I am going to have to purchase a new copy for Joey someday. But so far the kids are really enjoying being read to EVERY NIGHT!

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

We got some light snow, but of course it melted later in the day. Today was spent on the computer trying to finish up a new kit. I also had my wonderful Over the Hump Chat tonight. I really love meeting with the members of the Digitals community!

Thursday, March 5, 2009

I decided to get an impromtu hair cut today. I had a coupon to Fantastic Sam’s and suddenly felt like I’d like to have a haircut before our vacation. So off Beth and I went and I cut 7 inches off my hair. It feels really great! We also took a trip to Costco and got some snacks for our trip!

Friday, March 6, 2009

I finished my kit today and I think it turned out pretty well. I am definitely excited to be able to use this when I get back from California! The kids and I hung out while Joey did his Friday activities of racquetball and recording of his podcast.

Saturday, March 7, 2009

The kids and I took a day trip to Richfield today to watch my brother play in the State Tournament. Valley took 3rd and I was very happy for them – though I wished for them that they wouldn’t have lost yesterday – they definitely should have been the champions this year – darn it. But they played extremely well. I can’t believe my little brother is 16 years old – he’s gotten so tall! I’m very proud of him!

Sunday, March 8, 2009

When I was growing up – Sunday was always pudding night. My siblings and I would make hot Vanilla and cold Chocolate pudding and fight over who got what! LOL I made some chocolate pudding tonight and the kids LOVED it. I think I am going to carry on this tradition for Sunday nights. It’s a great memory of when I was growing up.

And here is my Week 10 Layout:

I used my Digital 365 Kits to create this layout.