Nesting

I was searching baby names and felt a little guilty, because not only do we not have certain names in mind for our baby, but I haven't prepared one bit for his/her arrival. My reference said I should know a name, have the crib set up, and diapers stocked and ready to be used.

Uh, no name yet and no room for a crib. So, I relieved my guilt by buying some teensy-weensy diapers. Hooray! I do feel better now.

Sunday Geeting

Maddie ran into the primary room at the end of church and was jumping up and down; she couldn't wait to tell me the news: "Momma, I went to nursery, I colored a picture, I picked my nose!" Well done, Maddie. I am so proud of you!

(I tried to find her picture in my bag this evening to prove the post, but Austin said he threw it away. Oh, well. I can't wait to see and hear what she learns next week.)

Holy Macaroni, Batman!

Maisie wanted macaroni and cheese for dinner. I worked some "goggle" voodu magic and found: Baked Macaroni and Cheese Cupcakes: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/baked-macaroni-and-cheese-cupcakes-recipe/index.html
I also made steamed beets and Waldorf salad: chopped apples, celery, and pecans with a sourcream/honey dressing.

So good! Kids wolfed it all down and begged for more. Your kids will love it! (Oh, I did omit the turkey....and also left out the tomatoes on Maddie's and Maisie's cupcakes.)

Valentine's Day

I Love! Love! Love! Valentine's Day.

Austin made a delicious breakfast.

Kids making their valentines.



Loving their school treats.



Decorating cookies. (Best year for cookies, ever. Please don't mind the green soup on the table. It WAS good...)


And, Shelly came to visit, and we LOVE Aunt Shelly!

Baby Coming Soon

I was feeling especially pregnant when I got dressed this morning in my work clothes -- I'm busting out of 'em! My choices are to actually wear maternity clothes, borrow Austin's, or just go back to bed and pretend my work will get done by the faeries.

Instead I got dressed in clothes that kind of fit and went to the temple.

Valentine's Dance

Last night Mom reserved her church, so we all came together to dance. I wish I had taken more pictures, but it was just so fun, that I didn't want to miss one moment of it. Ricky was the DJ, and Mom rented a disco ball and hung a black light to truly create an ambiance of love.



Afterwards we played ball and jumped rope.


We decided to do it again for St. Patrick's Day.

Random-ness

Saturday was filled with work, play, storage, and accidents.
Laundry-basket love.


Peking acrobats at BYU.


Additional food storage.


Nick's black eye.


Pictures of our week.

Science Fair #1

I suppose I truly own the title, "Mother," because I am one science fair project down. At least 5 more to go.

I called my mom to ask her about this original poster; she helped me make some major changes. Thank you, MOTHER! (I have no idea how many science fair projects she has completed, but I do know she has earned her title at least 20 times over. Poor dear. Mom, I am so sorry you've had to do this so many times. And that tomorrow you will help Emily with her's.)