Pioneer Day

We had a lot of fun at my parents for Pioneer day. In the morning we went to the local musuem and checked it out. It was neat to see all the old stuff. It was a little hard with the kids because they wanted to touch everything. Not really a kid friendly environement but we survived.

After that we were all hot so we headed out to get some shaved ice to cool ourselves off.

The parade was fun and Ellie loved the fireworks. They were right above our heads. It was awesome. I am so grateful that my parents live so close to us that we can get there in just a few hours. The kids love going to their house.

MOnsters

I had the kids painting this morning to entertain them while I finish cleaning the kitchen. When they got tired of painting the paper they decided to paint themselves. Not only did they paint themselves but they painted themselves into monsters. Aren't they the cutest monsters you have ever seen!

All Things New

Yesterday we had a few new things happen at our house and the kids wanted to share it with all of you.

Ellie got a very cute new haircut. It was time for a change and less scraggle. So we bobbed her hair and I love it. Now I just have to make sure and do it. Ethan is very excited because we finally got him a bed frame. He has been sleeping on a twin Mattress on the floor for over a year. I love craigslist because I was able to get this bed for a bargain price.

Plastic Grocery Sacks

Last night I went to WalMart and had brought my own grocery bags. The cashier was really nice and told me she loved the bags. Usually I get impatient looks at Walmart when I bring bags. So I told her thanks and that I hated the plastic bags. She then told me that in about a month Walmart is going to start charging people for plastic bags. She said about $.25 a bag. So I thought I would give all of you fair warning so you can get your reusable bags ready. I love my Sprouts and Fresh and Easy bags, they are so big and roomy. Here is a link to a website that has free sewing patterns if you would like to make your own http://tipnut.com/35-reusable-grocery-bags-totes-free-patterns/. I made one of these for my sister Tasha and it was really quick and easy it was a MorsBag.

Baby Quilt

Last weekend at my mom's I was able to get most of the baby quilt finished. This week I finished it. I think it turned out beautiful and since it is my first quilt I am very excited. I couldn't have done it with out my mom's help. She truly is the great quilter! One more item I can check off my list to get done before the baby arrives.

A wonderful 4th of July

The kids and I just got back from spending the 4th with my parents in their small town. I am so glad that I decided to do that it was so nice to be in a small town and feel connected to my country. Our big city cancelled their 4th celebration because of budget issues and so I decided I would head to my parents. On The morning of the 4th the fire trucks cruised around town at 5:30 am honking and sirens blaring to get everyone up. At 6:00 am they had a small parade and then we all proceeded that to a flag ceremony and watermelon bust. As we were watching the little parade and my kids were waving their American flags and just beaming, I couldn't help but be emotional. We truly do have a great country and my heart is so proud of those who paved the way for our freedoms. At the flag ceremony my heart was so full as I listened to the songs and the speeches. I had the thought if only the people in Washington could see the people of this small community showing their love for their country maybe they would actually remember who they are supposed to be serving. I couldn't have asked for a better way to share the morning of the fourth with my children. We later barbecued with my cousins family and watched fireworks. It was a truly wonderful time. I hope that all of you had as good of a time as I did.