Hello!

Yep, we've been hiding out.

Hanging low...not doing too much but enjoying each other's company. The hubby has been working at home alot during the past couple weeks, so we have been taking advantage of this time together. For Lily, it's great fun to have daddy putting her down for naps and being the one to get her when she wakes!

A fun little sensory treat today....just mix all kinds of beans with an empty sand/water table.....

And what do you get?

A girl who loves to dig, pour and sort all of her beans....this lasted for 45 minutes...seriously. And no beans were eaten or stuck into random orifices either!

I've also been trying to get one layout a month done (my goal for now).....
So, this was my latest....it turned out fine, I don't love or hate it, but I do LOVE trying!

If you are a scrapper, do you digi-scrap?? I am thinking I would love to get into that, but...WOWZA....there are waaaaay too many sites to browse! Send me your favorites, I'd love to see them...

And, don't think the sewing machine is all dusty....she's been out, working feverishly for me!

I just could not resist turning this vintage fabric into something sweet! Peek at it in the shop...

There are lots and LOTS of fresh, new goodies coming soon (as well as that promised giveaway!)...

And, oooh.....this just in!

Check out my interview with at Paper*Cakes Finds...thanks bunches, Chelsea

xoxo

Better Late than Never!

Thank ya, Shealynn for nominating me for the Kreativ Blogger Award, you sweet thang, you!

I know you are dying to know 7 random things about me, right? Hahaahha

Well, that's what I have to do, so here goes....

1. I am not fond of bath's, never have been. I don't find them relaxing......I can't get past the thought of sitting in my own dirt stew.

2. I used to be a HUGE nail biter. I would also nibble on the surrounding skin. YUCK! I stopped about 8 years ago...{and no, those are not my fingers}.

3. I used to have a gigantic newfie/st. bernard dog, who was 180lbs. Oh how I miss, Kraemer!

4. I am most productive at about 10pm, while on the phone with a girlfriend....encouraging me to "get those customs done right now!!"

5. I use hot sauce on everything from eggs....to rice....to grilled cheese. I ♥ spicy foods!

6. I am terrible at math. Or maybe I just have a strong dislike for math? I think it's BOTH. I am always calling a friend when I am at the store...."ok, so what is 33 percent off of something that is $13?"

7. I am on day 3 of the Master Cleanse fast. Yep, I am crazy...but, it feels SOOOO good! I plan for 10 days....but maybe 14, we'll see!

Well, there you are.....so interesting, right? :)

Ok, so I am nominating these 7 chickadees.....

Tab

Ashley

April

Shelley

Casey

Jen

Jaimie

Enjoy your day! xoxo

Smile

I love when something so dang cute happens in the day that makes me smile and makes my heart leap with love and happiness {yes, dramatic}. Know what I mean?

I knew nap time was getting close when I happened upon this snuggle-fest today..... And, Mr. Owen didn't mind...plenty of room to share. She was almost asleep.
Almost.
Just makes my heart flutter....love you to pieces, nugget.

New, flutterly embellies in the shop too!


xoxo

Perfect

It was the most PERFECT Autumn day.....chilly, crisp, colorful and not raining, yay! Thank you, "Auntie S" for letting us jump and pose in your leaves today....we had so much fun!
I am no professional, but we tried. I very much dislike posing for pictures {much prefer the candid look}, but I needed some 2 year pics of me and the lady, times are going waaay too fast!
Hope you are enjoying your Fall too!

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Little goodies hit the SHOP this weekend.....
Like this limited edition Winter Holiday Memory Match Game
And this Twirly Girly Patchy Skirt

And.....you best keep an eye out for a sweet upcoming giveaway :)

Happy Weekend!

We've been doing Halloween "dress up" now for the entire month of October.... Lily is a butterfly /slash/ fairy /slash/ princess /slash/ tinkerbell... She is turning into SUCH a girly girl.....{who knew?}
Sending you Halloween happiness.....

And Happy Weekend happiness!

p.s. We haven't decided on what to do with the fox family yet....we'll see how desperate we get!

Seriously?

We have a problem over here.

See the pretty baby fox? Well, we have that baby and her entire extended family staying with us.
Yes, they are so pretty. But, I can't let our dog out or play outside with Lily without seeing at least one member of this sly family outside, waiting to greet us.
Have you ever seen a dog and fox fight?
I haven't and don't want to either.

How do I get rid of this furry family.....in a humane way??

Call on my best friend, GOOGLE.

Best answer? HUMAN urine all over your lawn.

SERIOUSLY?

{Have fox problems? Please tell me there are better options!}

My Best Idea.......ever!

This year, for Lily's birthday there was:

no invitations sent out

no party

no piles of gifts

no food to make

no cake to bake

no one to entertain Just mama, daddy and the little bean.......

and LOTS of water and laughing!
I know....my bad. We decided on no birthday party this year and instead go to an indoor water park. Something I knew she would love and appreciate.

BIG hit.

Then a short trip to grandma and grandpa's house for outdoor exploring (in an outfit lil miss picked out.....hello 80's, hahahha)!

The best (stress free) idea I ever had....seriously! Next year, she will be older and wiser, so I am thinking I may not be able to get away with it.

Happy day!