It helps that my mind has been preoccupied with Christmas preparations. I found out about a blog written in part by Shelley Coates, formerly Shelley McKinlay, and I love it!! Love, love it! Check it out at www.howdoesshe.com I check it all the time and mostly think, "Wow, what a great idea..I can't do that - it's too crafty." But, this week, I tackled the block ornaments. I love how they turned out and I l was reminded why I don't do crafts. I have no patience!!! My wonderful husband cut blocks out of the scrap wood we had in the back yard from installing the drive-through garage door. He cut enough for Brandi and I. Did I mention he is wonderful? Well, he is. After purchasing paint, eye screws, and the pictures, we have new ornaments for less than $10! And, I have to say, they are my all-time favorite. So, thanks girls at How Does She?
Here's how the ornaments turned out:
Not so bad!
I have also been making the doughnut recipe that is posted on the blog. So easy and soooo yummy!! The hardest part is sharing with my family!
http://www.howdoesshe.com/2009/10/homemade-donuts-and-hot-choco-for-breakfast/
And an update on the kids:
Makayla: changed her favorite colors to green, orange, gold, silver, and purple; is back to school after a three week break, paints much of herself when painting blocks, and is very anxious for the arrival of her baby brother. She is asking Santa for a doll that poos and pees for Christmas. Darn commercials. I find this disgusting, and keep telling her she will have a baby brother that will do enough of that. How do I convince her she wants something else??
Nathan: wears socks on his hands instead of his feet, has learned what a corner kick is, can return a ball with "one touch," often asks, "play football with me?" (or soccer, baseball, or basketball), says "oopsie" when he farts, and loves to say "night-night" to every member of the family and extended family before I tuck him into bed. He's not as concerned about Christmas as Makayla. I am sure he doesn't even know what all the hoopla is about!
Christian: starts the dance party at about 9:30/10:00 p.m. every night, loves to stretch out in mom's tummy, and will be here soon - ready or not!!
Here's a video that makes me smile: enjoy!
