September

The Kids Parade

It was quite hot, and I didn’t get us there early enough to get a spot in the shade.

But at least there were some fun things to see in the parade!

And some things were just creepy. I have no other words.

And some things were just plain adorable.

This huge firefighter dog had a big impression on Lily. When asked about the parade, this is all she talked about.

The girls room

We got the fun floral rug from American Furniture Warehouse. The blue dresser we bought from a garage sale a few doors down from us. It was a cream color but I wanted something a little different. Matt did an awesome job reshaping the curve on the bottom with wood filler (a dog must have had a heck of a time chewing on it) and he added a new track to each of the drawers. That little white rocking chair by the window I found at Goodwill for $5. I couldn’t pass it up!

The girls enjoying their room.

There are still a lot of ideas swimming in my head on how to finish up their room, but at least it’s a start.

Lily really wanted me to take a picture of her sheep. Sure thing, Sweetheart!

The girls helping make some cookies.

And, of course, devouring as many as possible before Mom intervenes.

This little one knows how to melt my heart with her little two-teeth-smile

At the garage sale down the street (we bought a lot of stuff from them-they love us) Matt bought these candy machines. People are amazed at the volume of sugar in our home. Good thing there’s a dentist in the house!

Helping Daddy replace some sprinklers.

We love our backyard.

My parents are going to be serving as missionaries for our church! We “gathered” together as a family, everyone in Utah gathered at my Sister’s house and us through Google Chat (love modern technology!) They are super excited to be serving in Independence, Missouri for two years maintaining the church buildings and temples in the area. They are such good examples. LOVE THEM!

The girls in front of our house

This girl is growing too fast

While I was reading Lily a book before naptime, I saw this cute little face pop out from her crib. It’s little moments like this that make motherhood so worthwhile.

Some new paints for the little artist.