I'm Not Gonna Lie

As usual, I was inspired by cakies this morning to try to make some thumbprint hearts with the kiddos. Here is how Levi's turned out (mainly because he poked the paper with his finger a few times and then went off to play with his airplanes).


Eden decided to do something a little different. I'm not gonna lie, I actually got a little frustrated! I wanted thumbprint hearts, not red and pink "abstract" art (as Eden likes to call her finger paintings). I was allowing my plan to get in the way of her plan. Which, when it comes to art, really defeats the purpose, don't ya think? Sheesh, Heather. Lighten up!

One of the things that I love most about Eden (although at times it is challenging) is her strong will and independent spirit! She marches to her own drum! Who am I to get in her way?

So another "abstract" piece it is! Thank you for your beautiful masterpiece and the parenting lesson, Eden! Because of you our love can grow and grow!

Father's Day in February

Eden came down the stairs a little before seven o'clock this morning, completely dressed and ready to go! She wore her jeans with the hearts on them, "Because she loves Daddy." Today is Father's Day at the kid's school. She was so excited to have Daddy with her as she left the house this morning.

Levi didn't exactly jump out of bed. I'm sure he was excited, too. But, that boy can sleep! After several attempts to wake him up, I had to carry him down the stairs. Which leads me to...

Today's Tiny Treasure: I love to hold my kids when they first wake up. They snuggle their warm little cheek next to mine and I'm certain it's as close as we can come to heaven on earth.

10 Things I Love About My Husband

It's February, so I have my one true love on my mind quite a bit these days! In a blog that's full of stories of our sweet kiddos, I thought I would take a moment to celebrate my very first love. So, here goes:

10 Things I Love About My Scott:

1. I love how he supports all of my crazy endeavors. Whether it's running or crochet, he always gives me the time and space I need to invest in my little hobbies.
2. I love how he loves our kids. He often tears up when telling stories about them, like the love he has in his heart just can't be contained and it overflows out of his eyes. Such a sweet daddy.
3. I love his dedication to our family. Working every day at a crazy job and dreaming up new ventures just so we can have the very best future possible.
4. I love his hugs.
5. I love his sense of adventure and love for the outdoors! Together we have taken on so many amazing things: wake boarding, rock climbing, backpacking, snowboarding, scuba, etc. He's always willing to try something new!
6. I love his eyes. Seriously. They are gorgeous!
7. I love how even after all of these years, he can still make me laugh.
8. I love our history together. There is such comfort in sharing so many years with someone. Everything we share (good and bad) makes our relationship stronger each day. He is my constant.
9. I love his faith in God. It has often amazed me over the years and keeps our family grounded.
10. I love that there are 100 other things I could write. I guess, most of all, I just love him. Fully.

Happy Valentine's Day, Babe!

Wonderful Wednesdays

I love Wednesdays! It is the one day each week that we keep completely open. No chores, no school and no Little Gym! Just me and the kids tucked into the house together! I'm especially soaking it in today, because I've had Kindergarten on my mind quite a bit lately and I know my Wednesdays with Eden are numbered. Oh, how I will miss them! I honestly don't think I can ever completely express how precious this time is with Eden and Levi! Way too special for words.

Here is a little peak at today's Wonderful Wednesday: We played Hungry Hippos, Dominos and Animal Logic. We colored together. Danced to silly music. Played dress-up and baked cookies. And all that before lunch! Way too many tiny treasures to count. I am unbelievably blessed.

A Well Timed Kiss

Remember how excited I was yesterday about the kids having their very first slumber party? Well, all that excitement wore off around 5 PM tonight, when lack of sleep got the best of all of us!

Wow, I had a couple of cranky monsters on my hands! Dinner and bath time were a wee bit of a challenge. And, just as I was about to lose it: Asking Levi for the third time to get his PJ's on, he jumped into my arms and gave me a sweet kiss on the cheek. Then he smiled at me - in his perfect little way!

Just to sweeten the deal, he then went on to tell me that the star sticker on his wall (a teeny little thing next to his door) is there because he, "loves, loves, loves" me. I (of course) love, love, love him too!

Slumber Party

Eden and Levi had their very first slumber party tonight! Levi was so excited and Eden was quite possibly the sweetest big sister ever!

They looked at way too many books, raided the playroom for a few "nightlights" (light-sabers, an airplane with a light on top and a Tinkerbell toy from Disneyland), and played together for about an hour. When it started to get way past their bedtime and I could hear footsteps running from Levi's room to the playroom for more toys - I knew it was time to say goodnight.

I gave Eden the option of staying in Levi's room to sleep or going back to her room. She decided to go to her room, but a few minutes later I heard her door open and this is what I found when I went to tuck them in:


This is huge for us! More than anything Scott and I want Eden and Levi to share special little moments like this one and form a relationship that will happily last a lifetime. To me, there just isn't anything more precious in life than seeing my kids loving each other. What an amazing tiny treasure.

A Granny A Day!

I have a few things on my list to try to learn or do in 2010. Making a Granny Square is one of them. I've signed up for the Granny Square Challenge! So far I've completed "round one". Lots more to learn. Just for kicks, I'll track my progress here. My wobbly yarn creations should be good for a laugh or two.

Today's Tiny Treasures: Scott stayed home from work today and we had a wonderful family day! A quiet morning with snuggles on the couch and lunch out on the town! I loved it!