Yesterday was Hub's birthday, so we spent the late afternoon and evening over at his parent's house. Hubs turned the big 3-0, so we have lots of little plans over the weekend to celebrate. Saturday we made a bacon weave for breakfast (more on that later!), a big lunch, and yesterday we had … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2013
Ivy League Bound
I know that every mother thinks their baby is the smartest thing on the planet. I can't help but be among the ranks. Red and I were playing with his Little People Farm this week, and as I handed him each animal, he opened doors and pressed buttons to hear each animal sound (the correct pens … [Read more...]
Fake Crying!
Some may view me as a horrible mother because I documented a tantrum. Red was so mad, and I saw straight through the fake crying. It only lasted 20 seconds! :) … [Read more...]
Organizing 2013: Get the Garbage Bags Ready!
But the bags are most likely not for what you're thinking... it's goodwill time, not trash day!We cleaned out the dresser drawers with our yearly sweep. Hubs likes to call it "the fashion show". This means I get to put my feet up on the bed and sip wine while he delves into his … [Read more...]
Covering the Walls
Several years after moving into the house (coming up on our 4th anniversary!), we're finally getting around to painting the main space (I know, right?! Total #slackerproject). Originally done in 1999, it's a golden/tan/brown newspaper/sponge paint treatment that's very western, but upon moving … [Read more...]
Mommy & Me Monday: Moo, Baa, LaLaLa
I like reading a little book to Red every night before he goes to bed. Sometimes, he's just not into it and I get to read Baggy Saggy Elephant to myself while he toddles around the room. Tonight, Hubs was home and caught us reading Red's most favorite book in the entire … [Read more...]
Gobbler Crescents
Why are they called "Gobbler"? There's two reasons, I think. #1: They are made with turkey. #2: They are soooo good you'll gobble them up before your kids do! These were super easy, and delicious! We got this meal from our @eMeals planner - delicious! Gobbler Crescents Recipe Turkey … [Read more...]
Jan 12th: International Kiss a Ginger Day!
Did you know? January 12th is (semi)-official International Kiss a Ginger Day! Find a ginger near you and give them a smooch! Or, you can always leave a comment smooch below to Red - he will love it! via SWA(ginger)K! … [Read more...]