The last week in April, I got a call from my brother. He had decided to take his wife on a fun little train trip for their anniversary, but they needed someone to take care of little Mallory. Of course, I was delighted to do it for them. A few days later, Cody and Becki and Mallory spent the night at our house and then in the wee hours the next morning, they left on their adventure. Having a 2-year-old around the house was an adventure as well, but one that I enjoyed so much. It made me miss having a toddler pretty bad. I enjoyed getting to know Mallory more and we had a great time. After getting the kids off to school Friday morning, Mallory and I had the house to ourselves. We watched a bit of tv, ate some breakfast, and ran some errands. And of course we had to hit the park for ... [Read More]
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Life 365 | Week 49
Monday, November 29, 2010 We traveled home today and the kids got to skip school. Cleaning and doing laundry and trying to get organized for the following week! Tuesday, November 30, 2010 The kids were excited to go back to school today. They love wearing their warm coats and boots to school - having snow is exciting. Wednesday, December 1, 2010 The kids were so excited to start our Countdown to Christmas Advent Calendar. I created a new one this year and was so happy with how it turned out. I used a shoe organizer (that has exactly 24 holes - how perfect is that) - and created some date pages to put on the outside and used some fancy clothespins. In each hole - is a card with an activity on it! Today's activity was to decorate the tree - so we brought the tree in and ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 44
Monday, October 25, 2010 Yummy Halloween cookies are always great for a treat! Tuesday, October 26, 2010 Snow today - it was gone before the day was over, but it was a nice change! Wednesday, October 27, 2010 The kids love dressing up and we have new costumes this year. Beth was excited to be Jasmine and JJ is Superman! So much fun! Thursday, October 28, 2010 We spent lots of time getting things ready for the Halloween parties at school tomorrow. I'm in charge of JJ's class party and I had a lot of fun creating these fun treats! Friday, October 29, 2010 The kids had their Halloween at school today, beginning with their little parade! We got to hear JJ's class do their monthly song time for us too. And JJ's class party went really well and I think they all had ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 40
Monday, September 27, 2010 Today was pajama day at school and both JJ and Beth were so excited about wearing their pjs all day! I remember having the days at school where you got to do things out of the ordinary. Always so fun! Tuesday, September 28, 2010 The kids have really enjoyed the light sabers that we got at the Fall Festival. I love their creative play. They built a fort with blankets and pillows and play fought all afternoon after they got home from school. Wednesday, September 29, 2010 I have been sick with a bad cold this week and my bedroom shows it. I've got the humidifier going and been eating soup. Beth had a touch of a cold today and so she didn't go to school and unfortunately she missed her last soccer game of the Fall season. :( Thursday, September ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 38
Monday, September 13, 2010 I'm spending the week getting ready for my featured designer spot next week! Lots of designing and watching Alias the TV Show! Our van decided to not work today, so it went into the shop and I hope we get it back soon. Tuesday, September 14, 2010 So blessed to have our van already fixed. We got it back today and its such a blessing! Of course more money down the tank, but at least it still works! Wednesday, September 15, 2010 JJ got to go to Krispy Kreme today for Scouts and they got fun hats and got to watch the doughnuts being made. Beth had another soccer game. She's having fun, but we wish she would be a bit more competitive and not give up so much. Thursday, September 16, 2010 Joey was stuck at work for long hours tonight, so the ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 30
Monday, July 19, 2010 I don't know if it is just that its hot or what, but I really haven't wanted to cook lately. I usually don't mind the cooking (but I do HATE HATE HATE the cleaning up part). Joey will be working really late all week as they have a project deadline and they will be getting dinner brought into work each night, so I won't have to feed him this week. So today, I just decided we were going to have McDonalds for dinner and the kids were so excited to get a happy meal! Tuesday, July 20, 2010 The best part about summer is getting wet! And the kids enjoyed over an hour of sprinkler fun in the yard today! I just love seeing those big smiles on their faces. Wednesday, July 21, 2010 I had a bad case of indigestion/heartburn today. I ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 27
Monday, June 28, 2010 After watching Toy Story 3 - I'm even more aware of the importance of my children's playtime. I love seeing them engrossed in their imagination. The Cars movie has always been special to JJ and he's been collecting more and more fun toys from the movie. Most of the time, it drives me crazy to have all the kids' toys scattered everywhere. But today, I was reminded of the Toy Story movies, and the way I played when I was growing up and I just watched the kids play - so grateful that they use their imaginations. Tuesday, June 29, 2010 It's was my 31st birthday today. I didn't really have too much planned, except that I wanted to sleep in, to have a long shower, and go see a movie by myself. So Joey took JJ to school so I wouldn't have to get up early and I did ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 21
Monday, May 17, 2010 Beth's last week of school started today. Afterwards, she played in her little "puzzle corner" for quite awhile so I could keep working on my Good EatZ Kit. She is getting so good at doing puzzles and we just have a puzzle going all the time! She loves it! Tuesday, May 18, 2010 Another day of trying to get my kit done. It just isn't happening and I'm just not going to have it done on time - but I think its turning out pretty good. No picture today since I just worked all day on the computer, but I do have some of the kit to share. The kids have been playing pretty well together so I am getting some done - just not enough. Wednesday, May 19, 2010 I took a break from designing today to go participate in JJ's School Spring Run-off - the only school fundraiser they ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 16
Monday, April 12, 2010 Happy 5th Birthday to my Bethie Girl! I can't believe it has been 5 years. Beth was so excited to be able to go to school on her Birthday. She looked so cute with her hair curly and the ribbon in her hair. She had a fun day of school, playing with all her new toys, and we ended the day with watching The Princess and the Frog, cake and Rootbeer Floats. Beth's cake was so awesome this year. Becki's sister, Ashley made it with some help from Becki and we were very excited with it! Beth's Princess Birthday was one she will hopefully remember for a long time! Tuesday, April 13, 2010 We got to babysit Mallory today and that is always such a treat! Beth and Mallory snuggled together and watched The Princess and the Frog again! Wednesday, April 14, 2010 I was so excited ... [Read More]
Life 365 | Week 4
Monday, January 18, 2010 Grandpa and Grandma left today and the kids were very sad to see them leave. We'll have to plan a trip to go down to see them soon. Since today was a holiday, Joey didn't have to go to work. So we just hung out at home the rest of the day. For Family Home Evening, we got out the Disney Scene-It Game that Lane gave us and we had a blast playing it. Tuesday, January 19, 2010 It's been snowing for the last couple of days and so it's really been nice to just hang out at home. But this is what our driveway looks like now - Grandpa finally got our van fixed and they brought it back to us when they were here this last weekend! It is so AWESOME to have both vehicles now. I don't have to get up early and get Joey to work when I need the car. Love it! Thanks ... [Read More]
