I *love* birthdays! (Well,those that belong to the younger folks around here, anyway. *smile*) Emma’s birthday always marks the “birthday season” in our home. I’ve been working recently to make these days extra special. I’ve added some things to our celebrations and I still have a couple of things to put together, then I’ll share the projects with all of…
Month: October 2011
My Heart….
A quickie craft project…. I can’t remember where exactly I came across this idea, probably Pinterest. I do so adore this man…..
The Making of a Dining Table
The making of our dining table was a labor of love. After years of looking in stores and asking other big families we knew about how they found tables to fit their big families, Paul and I realized we were going to have to break down and build our own. I’ve found these plans online: Both truly beautiful, but wow(!),…
October 13, 2011
I’m glad to be on to a new day. Jacob, is feeling much better today. He ended up with 8 stitches…though we’re not positive. The stitches on one end of his finger are so close together, it’s hard to tell exactly. We’ve already opened his bandage and cleaned it today. He’s not in too much pain (I’m so glad….). I’m…
Happy Birthday, Emma Katherine!
Such a sweet, vibrant little girl you are!! You light our home up like the sun on a summer afternoon. 😀 I love you so much and look forward to what you will bounce into my room to say in the mornings. I pray this new year will be one of learning and joy, love and memories for you. Happy…
Jacob’s Finger
We’ve had a pretty interesting day. On this evening, we’re glad Jacob still has all ten fingers. Boys. I think that’s all I have to say on this subject.
Snickering….
Mouse Doors…
Our latest obsession: These are the two Courtney and I are currently creating. I really have no idea what has sparked this interest…maybe the first mouse door? I don’t know. Whatever it is, this is just down-right fun!
It’s Been Said…
“A friend knows the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails.” –Donna Roberts
Jon- age 4
“I put the pen behind my ear and it blasted!!!” It had almost faded away by this morning…I wish I had thought to take a picture last night. It was one of those “scrapbook moments”.
Ladies’ Fellowship
I’m sorry for the last minute update. We still have a little person not feeling quite himself. I’m going to need to cancel our fellowship for this month. I hope to see each of you next month!!