One, Two, Three

1. The weather is beautiful here in the South this week. I'm talking 70 degree temps for the high! We haven't seen temperatures that low since May. I LOVE fall and this weather had made my week seem so pleasant. I even stopped in Lowe's yesterday and picked up a potted mum for my front porch. Now if I could just talk Eric into buying a fire pit for the backyard we would be all set up for the season. This weather makes me crave a good smore :-)

2. I am addicted to Pinterest. I have a whole list of DIY and craft/decor project I want to do around the house because of that evil little website :-) Don't you just love how handy it is to save your favorite ideas and recipes all in one place. I must get off of here soon and start working on my yarn wreath again.

3. This month is turning into a busy one! We have three birthdays, our anniversary, and a ton of appointments (eye doctor, dentist, etc). Olivia will be 3 on the 21st and we are planning a princess party this year. She has been telling everyone that she is having a princess party for the past 6 months so I hope it doesn't disappoint. We try to keep things simple with just family and a few friends. Even that is not simple since we have so much family. I think October should have a vacation planned in it for recovery :-)

It's that time of year again!!

I love this time of year...SEC football, cooler weather, yummy food and good times with friends and family!!


My handsome boys having fun with their toys!!

Olivia helped her Poppy and Mawmaw plant their fall garden today. Actually I think she did a little more playing than planting. She is ready to cheer on our Hogs tonight!!



We will be calling the Hogs soon...WPS!! Razorbacks!!

Summertime

Summer: A time to leave behind routine for spontaneous fun. A time to forget the big camera and beautiful pictures and settle for the camera phone. A time to set aside blogging and just make memories.


A time to cool off from the heat that took over for months.


A time to dream and plan of home projects but not actually do any. We would rather test out all the cool rides they offer.


A time to fill our bellies with delicious snow cones!


A time for snoozing away after a long day at the water park.


A time for trips to the lake with friends.


A time for Netflix and no shirts when the heat became unbearable.


A time to stop and take a little ride. One little quarter brought so much joy!


A time for Sunday morning coffee on the road.


A time for baking, dress-up, mud slides, and birthday fun with the cousins!!


A time for date night, chinese food, a movie, sleeping in and IHOP. A weekend alone for the first time in a year and a half!!


A time for haircuts and bubble gum bribes. :-)
 He did so good!


A time for great big hugs!


A time for playing in the rain one last time because summer only last so long...

Vacation, Popsicles, and Summer Time

I just wanted to stop in a do a little picture updating. We took a vacation with my extended family the first weekend in May and the we all had a blast. The kids loved Silver Dollar City and Eric and I enjoyed riding a few rides too. It was fun and we always enjoy getting to spend time with family!!

Noah wasn't so sure about the jailhouse :-)

We've also enjoyed lots of warm weather recently so we decided it was time to pull out the kiddy pool for the summer!!

Popsicles are a new favorite at our house.

I love this picture!

Olivia found the "hidden" markers recently. You should have seen her arms and legs.

She is styling in her new shades and 80's hair-do :-)

Summer time here we come!!

It's my birthday and I'll blog if I want to...

So as you can tell I have been absent from this little blog for awhile. My life with two toddlers is my only excuse and it's a darn good one too! :-) Today is my birthday and even though my house needs a little TLC right now, I shall blog instead. Because it's my birthday and I'll...ok you get the picture.

Most of the pictures are from last week when we were enjoying warm temps and sunshine. This week has been cold and rainy and I thought I would reminisce over the good ole days. :-) My kids love Playdoh and I love that the weather is finally warm enough to take it outside. It's so messy and I'm just thankful that we don't have carpet in this house. I love my wood and tile floors!

We bought a Wii recently and the kids have a blast "pretending" to play with daddy. I'm just glad they aren't old enough to know that it is all pretend.

This face seems to be her new camera "smile." I was scrolling through my photos today and she has this look in almost ever picture. Must work on that soon...

This little dude is still battling allergies and runny nose. I'm afraid he is going to be allergy prone like his mommy.

THE FACE!! :-)

Last night my parents threw me and my youngest brother a birthday party and today I am enjoying a lovely day filled with cards, little surprise presents and a yummy lunch with friends!

 Birthdays are the best!!

Be back soon...

A Year to Capture: February 19-25

Hope you are all enjoying your weekend. The sun is shining here and the temps are in the 50's. That is a little cool for me but the sun makes it seem warmer. We went to IHOP for breakfast this morning and the kids loved it! I think they would live off scrambled eggs and pancakes if we let them. :-) We have also been rather busy here finishing up some home improvement projects. Our church is throwing us a house warming party next Saturday and I have been in a bit of a panic mode trying to get some things accomplished. I think it has been a good thing though, since Eric and I both tend to procrastinate on projects.

I think I will skip dating each picture from now on and just share the highlights of our week as I go.

Waffles are a favorite breakfast around here and I try and treat everyone on occasion. I found a new recipe here and we thought they were pretty good. 

Noah is not a good nap taker. The longest he usually sleeps is an hour and that is on a good day. Once this week he slept 30 minutes, woke up, then crashed on the couch for another hour. I was one happy momma!! :-)

We bought the kids a trampoline last Saturday and they have enjoyed it a lot this week. Eric finished putting up the safety net that goes around it today. Now they can jump around all they want while I do yard work or watch from the patio.

Lots of baking has been going on this week also. I plan on posting more pictures and recipes soon.

Poor Noah has had an undecorated room for far to long. I hope to finish it this week and I will post pictures soon!!

We had several rainy days this week so Mommy gave in to "the Tube" on a few occasions. I promise they don't stay like this through the whole movie. It is kind of a hit and miss thing, some days they love it and others they would rather play.

This little girl loves her sleep and for that I am very thankful!!

The kids are finally in bed and have a date with my couch tonight.

Goodnight all!!