...on loud noises

The other day, Jackson was crawling around, exploring, and shouting very loudly-something he does quite often.  He's not angry or hurt he's just exploring the range of volume in his voice.  It's pretty funny but also, as you may have guessed, loud.  So Adam tells me that when Jackson shouts the way he does it makes him think of this scene from Anchorman.  

Well, I have the itch to organize yet again.  I am not a great organizer and I am not great at staying organized but I get overwhelmed when things are disorderly.  Interesting, huh?  Pintrest has given me some inspiration and a few ideas.  My first two projects are my laundry room and my pantry.  Wish me luck!  

...on friday morning craziness

Our friday morning so far has consisted of some screaming and two nearly successful attempts at eating dog food.  I'll let you guess who was responsible for both of those incidents.  Jack has already had a good nap and I have been listening to this song on repeat all morning.  Give it a listen and take a deep breath....it's friday!  (lyrics below, as always)

Higher than the mountains that i face
Stronger than the power of the grave
constant in the trial and the change

One thing remains

Your love never fails
It never gives up
It never runs out on me

Because on and on and on and on it goes
It overwhelmes and satisfies my soul
And i'll never, ever, have to be afraid

One thing remains

In death
In life
I'm confident and covered by the Power of Your great love

My dept is paid
Theres nothing that can separate
My heart from Your great love

...on thursday threads

Lately, I have been spending most of my sewing time finishing up projects like this one....

still need to add a waistband and stitch on the tie but I think you get the picture

You see, my mom has a craft show coming up at the end of the month and she has been gracious enough to try and sell my outfits for me!  I'm pretty excited about it but also a little bit nervous.  I hope that they sell.  I know that it is nothing against me personally if they don't but I am a sensitive soul and I might start crying if people don't like them.  Not really, but I would be bummed!  If they sell well at the show then that should give me a good indication of how they might do on oh, say, an etsy shop?   

Yesterday was a very funny day in our house.  Lots of funny things going on like this..

Jack climbed in here while I was getting ready.  I heard him crying and naturally, I did what any good mother would do-got the camera!  I mean, really, you can not miss a photo opportunity like that!  Priceless!  I snapped my picture and then helped him out of the cabinet, poor kid.  I think Jack's new favorite game is "let's see how small of a space you can get stuck in" because things like this (the picture above) have been happening a lot lately.  

The photos below were taken after our walk yesterday afternoon.  Chloe was about to die because she is so out of shape (poor baby! and bad parents!) and was trying to cool off on the tile.  Jack took full advantage of her exhaustion and would not stop touching her face.  Finally, he decided that he needed to lay down just like chloe.  It was all pretty comical if you ask me.  Oh, my babies.

...on eleven months

My baby is eleven months old, what?!  (said in typical sean/gus fashion...anyone, anyone?)  Our photo shoot this morning was more comical than anything.  Jackson is on the move.  Homeboy does not like to sit still, smile, and not eat paper all at the same time.  We actually had to stop for a brief moment during this shoot to remove some soggy paper from his little mouth-which he loved (not really).  The beauty of these photos is that you can kind of get a glimpse of Jackson's personality. Very curious, silly, and pretty much awesome.  

If you made it this far in the pictures then I have a little surprise for you...a sneak peek.  Two words:  Get Excited!!

...on the last weekend

Six years ago, this happened.....

Crazy how time flies!  This year we loved having a front row view of the balloons every morning!  Really, a front row view...on our street!  Papa and Caroline (my niece) came down yesterday morning and we all go to see this little balloon in our neighborhood.  Caroline (and Adam) got to help put the balloon away and it was so sweet.  The Pilot was so kind and encouraged all the children to come and help.  I think Caroline was borderline terrified but Uncle Adam helped quite a bit.   

I love this picture.  This is kind of what things have been like with three babies around-wine and nose picking.  The swing broke (on my side) about 30 minutes after this picture was taken if that gives you any indication of how much food we ate this weekend.  

...on fall...my new favorite season?

It seems to happen every year, balloon fiesta rolls around and BAM-bad weather.  Well, bad weather for ballooning, anyway.  I actually welcome the cooler weather and the rain that yesterday brought us.  I have always been a summer girl and, being from Phoenix, I'm sure some of you are surprised to hear that.  But really, I LOVED summer (and still do!)  Over the last two years though, I have felt my favor shifting to the fall.  Maybe it is because fall here is actually a season, or because it brings around the balloons, and Jack's birthday, then Thanksgiving.  I love all the decorations and making apple cider.  I wish I could say that I love pumpkin spice lattes but you know, they just aren't for me.   I tried one the other day and I must say, if you aren't a fan of pumpkin or nutmeg, this probably isn't the drink for you-and...it's orange.  I'm not trying to hate on the thing, just saying' it's not my deal.  I'll stick to my mochas.  So anyways, fall.  I love it.

Here is one more picture from last weekend.  We sat outside with the neighbors and watched the balloons float by.  Don't worry, only half a week left of balloon fiesta and then I'll try to stop posting about it.

Please ignore the fact that Jackson is covered in Avocado and wearing NOTHING that matches.  Sometimes that's just how we roll.  (Dad-see the shirt??  It's a little big still but so cute!)

I'll leave you with a great little recipe.  Have you ever heard of larabars?  No?  Yes?  Well, they are bars made primarily from dates and nuts.  They have all kinds of different flavors to chose from and Adam just happened to find a recipe for them.  I use the term "recipe" loosely because it is so simple.  All it require is dates, cashews, and a food processor.  We made them the other night and were very pleased with how they turned out!  Give them a try and have a great Wednesday!

...on the weekend in pictures

Swinging

Playing

Riding

Balloons!

Standing in my driveway looking up

and again

Still in my driveway

Walking to the park

At the park

Happy Balloon Fiesta Week!!!