It's been a busy busy day

Well it's been a very busy day full of work and now a little fun. I cleaned my oven this morning which was in desperate need of some tlc and after it was all done it sure looked fabulous. I've opened it a few times just to make sure it's still clean :) I think that feeling of accomplishment is what brought on the rest of my day.
I went out to my backyard which really is overgrown because there has been lots of rain. I pruned the giant size lilac bush that blocks every bit of sunshine from Isaac's room - I am sure he'll be happy about that. Now I just have to have a free night to burn the branches in our fire pit.
Next came the never ending job of weeding the garden. Seriously I can only do such a little bit at a time - maybe 20 min and then I need to sit for an hour to get my energy back. No wonder I am getting a little fatter sooner this time around. (The Hickory sticks and Dr. Pepper aren't helping either I'm sure.
Then it was off to Auntie Heather's house - That was nice - 20 min of talking to an adult is always rewarding. Lunch time at our house is just like a circus. I get Isaac from school and on a good day I have him home for 20 min before it's time to bring him and Merrill back to school - i am so looking forward to the freedom of summer holidays - 11 days left :)
Once lunch is over I usually get to relax with Andy - watch a movie, take a nap - you know those important things but today I went to do some work at Rich's office and then send some packages off to two family members serving missions. It really was fun - i hope they get them soon. And getting groceries - aaarghhh - But I am not going to complain too much because....I got to eat poutine from New York Fries - which was a little bit of heaven in all the chaos of this day.
Now for my favorite part of the afternoon - it starts in one minute - one full hour of Mike Holmes - fixing everyone's problems with a smile and some fine looking shoulders. Rich is all good with this because he knows he looks just like Mike Holmes ;)

Updating my Blog

Thank-you to everyone who still hasn't given up me and my blog. I know I have troubles with keeping this thing current and it all has to do with my inabilities to find anything interesting to say (and my dear husband has misplaced our camera....) Pictures are really what makes a blog. I really do love looking at all of your families and laughing at the funny and wonderful stories that you have to share. I can say that I promise to be a more regular blogger from here on...but all of you know me well enough to know that that is a promise I can't keep.

I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful weekend, making lots of memories and planning your next blog so that I have something to read the next time I check yours out.

Big Big Snowman

This weekend we were surprised to wake up to about a foot of snow!! The boys were super excited so we said if they could play quietly through Conference we would play in the snow with them. What fun!! Unfortunately the snowman didn't last very long - we had just gone inside and it came crashing down - at least we got pictures!! After the snowman there was a giant snowball fight and a fun family walk. What a wonderful blessing to see our boys laughing and playing together. I feel very lucky to have all that I have.

A song for Brock

My boys wanted to send a special song for their uncle who is serving a mission in Honduras. We are hoping he will be able to open it. I thought it was super cute so I posted it here for all of you to see.

Andy sleeps

I love that Andy can Sleep anywhere. Above is
at Nana and Grandpa's - on their kitchen chair



Honestly three minutes into the drive after a day
at the splash park!



His bed is right beside him - we woke up one
morning and found him on the floor.

Funny Face I Love You

I think my kids are hilarious and when a camera can capture it - not often - I feel very lucky

Advent Calander

This is the advent Calander Erin helped me make - we spent most of the day yesterday working on it. Since I am not super crafty I am very proud of this. I am excited to use it - Thanks Erin for your time and patience - you are wonderful.