Feeling HOT, HOT, HOT

Weather in Wisconsin sure is unpredictable. Two and a half weeks ago we had 2 inches of snow on the ground. Yesterday is was 90 degrees- in MAY. This warranted a pool day in the backyard.



Of course now my floors are covered in sand and dried footprints but that's just par for the course right?

Seriously- how cute is Ellie? I know I'm her Mom- but she is just downright adorable!

Franklin School Carnival

Last Saturday we went to the Franklin School Carnival. I didn't edit these photos much so bear with me.

We had so much fun. Scout was absolutely fearless on the inflatable maze. She would climb up as fast as she could, slide down and the run back around and get in line again. She was the youngest kid there by far but held her own.

Scout's first pony ride.

Bennet's favorite face lately. She kicked her sandals off and rode barefoot.

Go Fish! Still as fun as when I was a kid.

Scout looks mad here but she actually enjoyed the little hug.

Ellie slept most of the time but I had to include a recent photo of her as well. She's starting to enjoy the exersaucer. Of course B and Scout like to sit in it when she's not using it but that's a whole other story.

Ideas for Scrapbookers

My friend Pam recently started an awesome blog, Ideas for Scrapbookers. It has tips, templates and more!! Add it to your Bloglines/Google Reader now!

I am honored to be their Featured Artist today. Click here to see my bio.

My post on Scraplifting with a Twist + a SKETCH can be seen here.

Can You Feel the Love

I know- you have the Lion King running through your head now don't you? :) This is a recent layout about my new best friend- the Sleepy Time wrap. It has become a lifesaver. I'm not sure Ellie would nap somedays without it.

TITLE: Can You Feel the Love
Journaling: You love to be held. Often taking naps all wrapped up on my chest. I love being able to lean down for a kiss and hear your heartbeat.

The pink circles were handstitched.
Product: Bazzill Kraft, October afternoon papers, journaling spots, alphas, American Crafts alpha

WooHoo Wednesday- May 19- Picnic

The weather was perfect today. Days like today that make me tolerate the winters.

Tonight we grabbed a blanket, packed a picnic and went to surprise Grandma Barb at her house. We caught her planting her pots for the year but she took a break to spend some time with us.

I snagged the picnic plates and storage containers from JoAnn's clearance section. Isn't it cute?

Bennet is into picking EVERY flower she sees. She always wants to know the name of it and whether or not it smells. The lilacs are blooming right now and she makes sure our house is smelling beautiful!

We are in the process of growing out Scout's bangs. I can't wait until they are long enough to stay out of her face consistently without the complicated system of levers and pulleys.

Wordless Wednesday- Flower Power

Remember this

I want to remember that . . .

On this Saturday in May
there was a tent in my living room
with all girls tucked inside
for a mid-morning nap

Scout was to my right
wearing a fancy polka dot party dress she picked out herself
snuggling underneath her Dad's Star Wars comforter from his childhood
pointing to and naming the colors she saw
and Chewbacca

Bennet was to my left
wearing her green 'twirly' skirt
inside her Tinkerbell sleeping bag
one hand tucked under her face
the other with her fingertips gently touching my arm

Ellie was wrapped up tighly on my chest in the wrap
breathing shallow, happy breaths
I could feet the sweat from the back of her head on my neck
Cradled her bare foot in my hand.

I could hear the sounds of spring
outside the open window
birds chirping
Chainsaws
lawnmowers

As we all work up
Bennet start singing Beyonce's 'Single Ladies'
We all smiled and giggled
Laid there a little longer
Making Ellie smile
and my heart was happy