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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Last Lights
Okay. We recently made the final purchases for the lights in our house. I promise that this is the last lighting post until we see the actual lights installed in the house next year. ;)
Entryway Chandelier. On sale for 50% off, plus another 30% off coupon found online = $87!
Greatroom & Rec room fans. Found on sale for $113/ea!
Amazing deal on these! 75% off! Bought 4 for $26/ea!
These were found for a good deal. Bought 2 for $49/ea.
These were an okay deal. We looked for something we liked better, but thought that these were just too interesting looking to pass up. Bought 4 for $90/ea. Ouch! (But actually a pretty cheap price for outdoor lighting.)
We are definitely looking forward to seeing all of these installed on an actual house, instead of sitting in boxes in our unusable master shower (see post about Roxy's new bedroom ;) ).
Entryway Chandelier. On sale for 50% off, plus another 30% off coupon found online = $87!
Greatroom & Rec room fans. Found on sale for $113/ea!
Amazing deal on these! 75% off! Bought 4 for $26/ea!
These were found for a good deal. Bought 2 for $49/ea.
These were an okay deal. We looked for something we liked better, but thought that these were just too interesting looking to pass up. Bought 4 for $90/ea. Ouch! (But actually a pretty cheap price for outdoor lighting.)
We are definitely looking forward to seeing all of these installed on an actual house, instead of sitting in boxes in our unusable master shower (see post about Roxy's new bedroom ;) ).
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Garage Buddy
Andy has a new garage buddy.
It has been spotted in the garage 2 times in the past week. I think it lives in there and survives on the bugs that are attracted to the lights while Andy is working. I think that Praying Mantises are the coolest looking bugs. This one even gave us a dance show because we got a little too close. Follow the link above to learn more about them. :)
It has been spotted in the garage 2 times in the past week. I think it lives in there and survives on the bugs that are attracted to the lights while Andy is working. I think that Praying Mantises are the coolest looking bugs. This one even gave us a dance show because we got a little too close. Follow the link above to learn more about them. :)
Monday, September 19, 2011
Roxy's New Bedroom
Roxy was having a really hard time sleeping in her crib next to our bed. Whenever we would so much as roll over she would stir or wake up. She would almost 100% of the time wake up when Andy's alarm would go off in the morning, or if one of us had to get up in the middle of the night for Lincoln or June. It was really difficult, and it had gotten so bad that Andy & I would hardly be able to talk once we were in the bedroom for fear of waking her.
She could definitely not go into June's or Lincoln's room yet, because she is still waking at night, and unfortunately all of my kiddos are super light sleepers, just like me. So where could we put her? Our first thought was the master closet. But that didn't really add much quietness with the noisey pass over doors, and sharing the wall with June. Plus, we really need that room for storage for all of our junk. So we were thinking maybe one of the bathrooms...after all, we do have two, and barely use one of them. Our first choice was the guest bathroom, because this is the room that is barely used. Unfortunately her crib was too large to fit in there. So that left the master bathroom.
Once we moved her, the crib fits perfectly, and we can even access some of the drawers, the sink, and the toilet still! We filled the shower with boxes of stuff we have bought for the new house, and moved some other stuff around, and so far it is working perfectly. It will be a bit difficult when guests come over, but I think well work the hours of sleep each night that the household was losing because of the close quarters.
Here it is! Her new bedroom! ;)
She could definitely not go into June's or Lincoln's room yet, because she is still waking at night, and unfortunately all of my kiddos are super light sleepers, just like me. So where could we put her? Our first thought was the master closet. But that didn't really add much quietness with the noisey pass over doors, and sharing the wall with June. Plus, we really need that room for storage for all of our junk. So we were thinking maybe one of the bathrooms...after all, we do have two, and barely use one of them. Our first choice was the guest bathroom, because this is the room that is barely used. Unfortunately her crib was too large to fit in there. So that left the master bathroom.
Once we moved her, the crib fits perfectly, and we can even access some of the drawers, the sink, and the toilet still! We filled the shower with boxes of stuff we have bought for the new house, and moved some other stuff around, and so far it is working perfectly. It will be a bit difficult when guests come over, but I think well work the hours of sleep each night that the household was losing because of the close quarters.
Here it is! Her new bedroom! ;)
Friday, September 16, 2011
Eighteen Months Old!
Juney is now one and a half years old. She is so adorable, and her personality just glows. She is impossible to resist, even when she is in a bad mood. She has quite the attitude and doesn't hesitate to display it. We love our little girl so so much!
A flashback:
June at 2 days old!
June at 6 months old!
June at 1 year old!
June at 1.5 years old!
June is about 24lbs & 31in. She is still into everything she can get her hands on, and must investigate it all! She is smart and very very busy. It is a challenge keeping ahead of her (or maybe just keeping up with her). She can say about 20-30 words, but I have never actually counted. She understand just about everyting we say, and canfollow directions. She likes to "help" even if her help is actually making a bigger mess or slowing things down. She is too cute to deny.
I hear the word "mess", which sounds like "me" when she says it, way too often throughout the day, but she does like to clean it up too. Minutes after I pick up the house it is a wreck again, largely with the help of June, although Lincoln contributes his fair share as well. Although, usually when she is saying mess it is referring to food, especially liquids. Joy!
Probably the word I hear most frequently is "more", which sounds like "mmmmmoooooora". She says this whenever she is having fun, listening to music, or eating something she likes. She knows that this often will result in more of whatever she is enjoying. She has been known to throw quite the temper tantrum when she doesn't get more of whatever it is she wants. And her attnetion span has improved so much, that it is difficult to distract her anymore.
She really enjoys learning the noises that animals make. Her favorites right now are dog "oof", cat "moww", sheep "baa", cow "mooo", and fish (lip smacking). She practices animal noises all of the time. She is always bringing me stuffed animals wanting to know what they say. It is a bit challenging when she wants to know what a flamingo, whale, or rhinocerous says though!
It continues to be such a joy watching her learn, speak, observe and interact with the world and people around her.
Some recent pictures of our princess:
Rocking those sunglasses!
Silly face
Tickle fight!
Hugs with mommy.
Watching cartoons with Roxy.
Cottage Cheese hair gel!
Wearing mommy's shoe!
A flashback:
June at 2 days old!
June at 6 months old!
June at 1 year old!
June at 1.5 years old!
June is about 24lbs & 31in. She is still into everything she can get her hands on, and must investigate it all! She is smart and very very busy. It is a challenge keeping ahead of her (or maybe just keeping up with her). She can say about 20-30 words, but I have never actually counted. She understand just about everyting we say, and canfollow directions. She likes to "help" even if her help is actually making a bigger mess or slowing things down. She is too cute to deny.
I hear the word "mess", which sounds like "me" when she says it, way too often throughout the day, but she does like to clean it up too. Minutes after I pick up the house it is a wreck again, largely with the help of June, although Lincoln contributes his fair share as well. Although, usually when she is saying mess it is referring to food, especially liquids. Joy!
Probably the word I hear most frequently is "more", which sounds like "mmmmmoooooora". She says this whenever she is having fun, listening to music, or eating something she likes. She knows that this often will result in more of whatever she is enjoying. She has been known to throw quite the temper tantrum when she doesn't get more of whatever it is she wants. And her attnetion span has improved so much, that it is difficult to distract her anymore.
She really enjoys learning the noises that animals make. Her favorites right now are dog "oof", cat "moww", sheep "baa", cow "mooo", and fish (lip smacking). She practices animal noises all of the time. She is always bringing me stuffed animals wanting to know what they say. It is a bit challenging when she wants to know what a flamingo, whale, or rhinocerous says though!
It continues to be such a joy watching her learn, speak, observe and interact with the world and people around her.
Some recent pictures of our princess:
Rocking those sunglasses!
Silly face
Tickle fight!
Hugs with mommy.
Watching cartoons with Roxy.
Cottage Cheese hair gel!
Wearing mommy's shoe!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Monsoon
The monsoon season is continuing full force. It has been thunderstorming heavily everyday for the past week, and we are LOVING it!
Storm on 9/10
Storm on 9/16
We even lost power for 2 hours after dark on Tuesday! We got to break out the candles and the flashlights. During the power outage the kiddos did great after a bit of uncertainty in the beginning. June is terrified of the thunder and insists on hugs everytime she hears it. During the height of the storms she pretty much is attached to my legs wherever I go. We try to turn it into a game by saying "Boom" "Boom" loud and deep, which she thinks is funny, but it only works sometimes.
The temperatures have dropped from low 100's to low 90's, and it has been a welcome relief. I even got to take the kids to the park on Monday! It was great!! June got to rediscover her love of swings and puddles! ;)
Storm on 9/10
Storm on 9/16
We even lost power for 2 hours after dark on Tuesday! We got to break out the candles and the flashlights. During the power outage the kiddos did great after a bit of uncertainty in the beginning. June is terrified of the thunder and insists on hugs everytime she hears it. During the height of the storms she pretty much is attached to my legs wherever I go. We try to turn it into a game by saying "Boom" "Boom" loud and deep, which she thinks is funny, but it only works sometimes.
The temperatures have dropped from low 100's to low 90's, and it has been a welcome relief. I even got to take the kids to the park on Monday! It was great!! June got to rediscover her love of swings and puddles! ;)
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
The Loss of a Loved One
Andy's Grandma Ruth passed away on Sept 12, 2011. She had a long and full life. She was a wonderful lady, always with a ready smile and a warm hug. I know that she loved her family fiercely, just as we loved her. She will be missed.
Here is the last picture we have with her on New Years Day, 2011.
We did get to see her again when we visited Baker City over the 4th of July. I am so happy that she got to meet Roxy, and visit with Lincoln and June again. I know that she really really enjoyed visiting with her great grandkids, even when they were whining and being noisy. She was always such a sweetheart. :)
Here is the last picture we have with her on New Years Day, 2011.
We did get to see her again when we visited Baker City over the 4th of July. I am so happy that she got to meet Roxy, and visit with Lincoln and June again. I know that she really really enjoyed visiting with her great grandkids, even when they were whining and being noisy. She was always such a sweetheart. :)
Monday, September 12, 2011
5 Month Comparison Pics
Here are the kids at 5 months old
Lincoln, 23lbs 8oz, 28.5in
June, 16lbs 10oz, 25.75in
Roxy, 18lbs 6oz, 28in
Lincoln, 23lbs 8oz, 28.5in
June, 16lbs 10oz, 25.75in
Roxy, 18lbs 6oz, 28in
Sunday, September 11, 2011
The World Remembers
On this day, ten years ago, we sustained the largest terrorist attack America has ever seen.
We remember those who were lost. The heroes and civilians. The mothers, fathers, friends, siblings, children, bosses and co-workers who died that day. And we grieve with, and comfort those who were left behind missing their loved ones.
We also reflect on how the world has changed over the past decade. The soldiers and troops who have fought in the intervening days, and the sacrifices they have made to beat back fear.
Those of us who remain, rejoice as we continue to celebrate this hard won freedom.
We remember those who were lost. The heroes and civilians. The mothers, fathers, friends, siblings, children, bosses and co-workers who died that day. And we grieve with, and comfort those who were left behind missing their loved ones.
We also reflect on how the world has changed over the past decade. The soldiers and troops who have fought in the intervening days, and the sacrifices they have made to beat back fear.
Those of us who remain, rejoice as we continue to celebrate this hard won freedom.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Less Than Two Weeks
Less than two weeks into the school year, and Lincoln brought home his first cold. Joy. These pre-schoolers are germ factories! This cold brought us all low throughout the holiday weekend. Good thing we didn't have anything adventuresome planned for the long weekend, instead just a lazy weekend at home was just the ticket to getting well again.
I am hoping that we get a little break from the next cold, that I am certain will be coming. And I hope that we get our immunities built up quickly!
I am hoping that we get a little break from the next cold, that I am certain will be coming. And I hope that we get our immunities built up quickly!
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Late Night
This is what happens when you are on your way home from IKEA past the kids' bedtime. Meltdown. If you listen closely you can hear all three kids contributing to the pandemonium.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
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