Thankful Novemeber 22

We had to make an unexpected trip out of town and we're back, so I can resume my thankfulness:

I am Thankful for:

Not having to be in the car today.

The red box. Rent movies for the kids while buying a mocha and return them just about anywhere. Brilliant.

Email.

Fresh baked cookies

Jeff.

Being at home all day today.

It's the simple things isn't it......

Thankful November 19th

I know I said I would have pictures but I have been ignoring my camera for a bit...

Today I am thankful for:

Family

My two little ones. It's rough sometimes being a mom. Sometimes I want to cry, sometimes I get overwhelmed, sometimes they drive me crazy but it is at these times I realize how much I love these two. Nobody else could yell at me, sneeze in my face, wipe food on me, pee on me, keep me up all night and still get constant hugs and kisses from me. Am I right?

Date nights with Greta

Peppermint mochas.

That our poor fish moved when I tapped on its bowl...I was scared for a second.

All of you that read this. Thank you.

Thankful November 17th

Today I am thankful for :

Friends

Fieldin feeding himself. If I try to help he gives me "the look" and shakes his head "no" for 10 seconds. He is a scotchguard ad in the works so I may not be thankful for airborne food on my walls this time next week :)

The Muppets singing "we wish you a merry Christmas"

Knowing I have 13 more days to get our Advent Calendar in order.

Greta making holiday plans already"Mommy, you and I will decorate our Christmas trees, daddy and Fieldy can watch hockey" (I am sure they won't argue with that..)

3:30 today and then family night tonight.

The kids eating the steamed broccoli I gave them for lunch without any complaints.

I think that's it for now. Tomorrow I will get a picture or two up. It's always more fun to read with pictures :)

Some Thanks

Since it is that time of year, I thought I would say some thanks over the next week because I have a lot to be thankful for.

Today I am thankful for:

After visiting my neighbor and a good friend at the hospital this morning, they are both back to their homes tonight.

Hearing Fieldin say"happy' for the first time while playing in the sand. On the way home he said "happy baby".

That Jeff spent most of the day with us and that he was able to go watch Greta at her dance class.

Dissmore's. They started making peanut brittle for the holidays. Thank you again. :)

My house not smelling anymore, like a concert at the gorge, after I accidentally burned some bay leaves on my burner... it was horrible.

Greta being so good today. It was a loong, busy day and you did great, Greta.

A phone message left by a friend I haven't heard from for awhile.

I'd like to hear what you all are thankful for too.

Enjoying The First Snow Of The Year

We all enjoyed last nights snow this morning. Fieldin almost fell asleep being pulled around the neighborhood with Greta. Greta LOVED the sledding and is fearless. She has a knack for going fast and farther than anyone else. The baby even got in on the sledding, daddy started him off on the scary hill and he did just fine. Next year I am sure he will be speeding down hills all by himself. Hopefully the snow sticks around until tomorrow.

Friday the 13th

While one naps next to me ....
The other enjoys the FIRST snow of the year!(instead of napping) I LOVE the first snow. It started this afternoon, is so pretty and is covering the grass. Hello Snow!

The morning was full of cooking and a big tea party with Disney characters as guests. Greta made it pretty while Fieldin worked hard in the kitchen.

He was very busy making coffee, tea and microwaving play butter. His favorite thing right now is to play barista. We have a play coffee pot and lots of tea pots and he fills up coffee cups for us. I am guessing I may stop at the coffee shop a little too much because he pretty much knows how to make a good imaginary cup of joe...

and a morning message made from last nights snack.

November Portraits

Oh my! Can someone tell me when Greta started looking so grown up. Such confidence and attitude she has (and good shoe sense :)) It is hard to believe she is 4 years old in these pictures.

This girl is a inch away from being 4 feet tall at 4 years old....amazing.

Greta and her favorite buddy.

Fieldin at 13 month. Dressed for business...and FULL of mischief. It's all OVER his face..