The ONE....My Valentine

yep,,,, he's mine all mine.
Happy Valentines Day Honey....
you are my husband, partner for life, and best friend.
Thank you for all you do and are.
You are the {King} of my heart.
I love you Forever and For Always

Learning from the BEST!!!

What I have learned this evening --

• Don't let potatoe soup boil-- it ruins it :)
• Baking soda down the drain followed by vinegar can clear a slow drain.
• Ice cubes and lemon in the garbage disposal can sharpen the blades and makes it smell good.
• Aluminum foil around celery helps it stay crisp.
• How to make my own laundry soap - if I had time- thanks to Karmen.
• How to make my own fire starter with laundry lint and a toilet paper roll -- great for camping.
• A papertowel with a loaf of cheese will decrease the mold ruining it.
• Vinegar in with new clothes makes the clothes color last when you wash it for the first time.
• BUDGETING is a good thing--- I need to get organized.
• COUPONS can save {BIG} $$$$--- I need to get organized.
• GIRL time is PRECIOUS time --- love the laughs and chit chat.

I just love spending time with the gals at MOPS. I really enjoyed learning all of the wonderful things everyone has to share with their~ LIFE ~experiences.

When I got home this evening after spending a couple of hours at MOPS - I found my husband in bed with both Austin and Addison reading "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs".... he is the BEST father and husband a girl could ask for. I continue to {learn} how lucky I am to have such a wonderful husband --Thanks I really do appreciate you.

L'tle Ms. Independent

My little Princess is becoming more and more independent. This was taken Sunday morning and she did not want any help.... actually she took off her jeans to put back on her pj's and then took off the pj's and put back on the jeans BACKWARDS.... it was so funny to watch.

"I did it!!!"

Is she a little stubborn??? probably more like her mom than I would like to admit. I just love to watch her learn and grow. Her favorite phrase right now is "me do it, no mama, me do it."

And she is my little artist as well... She just loves to paint.

Tired..... blessed

I'm sitting here in my bed listening to DIY Bathroom remodelling on the tube, not really watching it but listening. I have so much to do (paperwork is the pits)..... but my week has been so busy that I just decided I needed to blog instead... it's been awhile since I have blogged.

I had to go to Salem last week on Thursday night for a course that was totally last minute.... I hated to leave for so many days (from Thursday until Sunday) - the longest I have been away from my kids and husband in -- well, actually ever.... I couldn't wait to get home Sunday and was so happy to see my husband had everything in order -- the laundry was done, house was straightened up and he was even entertaining a few guys for the Superbowl. We had a wonderful evening watching the game - neither one of us really cared who won. It was just fun to be with some friends.

My husband has been in Salem since Tuesday, so my kiddos are having a hard time -- first mom was gone for a few days and now dad is gone.... poor kiddos change is tough... but they are adjusting well.

My week has been a whirl wind.... sometimes I feel I am so far behind I can't see in front of me... I have enjoyed the wonderful sun earlier this week and even enjoyed the rain today - at least the wind was not blowing. I was in Pendleton earlier today for a staff meeting at the ESD and when I got home I had to go to another meeting, luckily it was a short one.... then I went to get my kids, grandmother and back to Pendleton to watch my 9 year old niece play in a Basketball Championship Game.... it was so fun to watch and it was a blast to watch my sister get so excited about her daughters game.... the team won by 1 point and won the Championship. I watched her first game a little over a month ago and I would have never put them playing the championship game, however with hard work, team work and lots and lots of practice her team has changed to become a very good little team. Good Job Rylee -- I'm proud of you, sweetie. I can't wait to watch you play as you get older -- even though you'll be a "BUCK" and not a "BULLDOG".

As I sit here tired from a busy week, I feel so blessed to have a wonderful husband... and two of the best kids ever. Our life is so 'busy' with the hustle and bustle of activity that sometimes I forget to take a step back, take a deep breath and just ENJOY!!!

My hardworking Man/boy.....and Addi keeping warm

We took a trip to Ritzville to see my sis on Saturday and came home with WORK!!!!..... Thanks so much SIS and Uncle Jimmy for getting the wood from the mountains-- we really do appreciate the warm evenings by the fireplace. It is was a great trip to have a short visit, eat lunch (on us), and of course exchange firewood.... for chips and dip.....(Hope you guys enjoyed the salsa!)

Tony had to chop up all the wood -- yep, in the snow....

While our little man --- hauled the wood via 4 wheeler and wagon to the back door where I unloaded and stacked it by the back door....(I don't like to go to far to get the wood).

Of course he had some mechanical issues with the snow packing onto the wheels and not being able to pull the wagon.... but the problem solver that he is --- worked out the issue.



So why we are working hard outside in the falling snow... Addi is playing inside by the door, very close to the heater vent with her babies... (keeping warm - is she the smart one or what!!)

She was so content and a dish towel works great for a blanket for Emma and Annie... {they finally have names}

With teamwork we got the job done in no time flat....

Facing Life with Faith......

don't you just wonder how we face life without it.....

Faith to have patience....in what ever you are waiting for
Faith to be able to forgive fully
Faith in God's plan
Faith that you are on the 'right' path in life
Faith that you are listening to 'Gods Word' fully
Faith in yourself to make the 'right' decision with Gods guidence
Faith in human love
Faith that God only gives us what he thinks we can endure
Faith that {our} health is in God's hands
Faith that God gives us everything we {need} and not what we {want}
Faith that we have the power and strength we need
Faith that HE is the Truth and the Light

We all need to have Faith in this Journey we call LIFE...... Enjoy each hour, each day, each week and each year --- be positive, patient, laugh, live life to the fullest, give of yourself, let down your gaurd, forgive, be kind, be gentle,
Trust and have Faith that God is on your side, sit quietly and listen.... he will give you the answer.

Just Because......I {We} Love You!

My husband came home the other day with the most wonderful surprise after picking up the kiddos from daycare and after going to the store for 'bagels'. This beautiful boutique of roses was in one hand and the other was holding onto Addison. It was such a surprise. When we sat down to eat dinner a little later- I asked Austin, "why did you bring mommy flowers?" Daddy leaned over and whispered in his ear --- out blurted "just because {we} love you mommy!!!"

I must say I think I must have the most wonderful husband in the world. He surprises me once in awhile with a boutigue of flowers and the most wonderful smile...
I have been looking at these flowers all week and it makes me feel so special.