The Christmas Card that Almost Was

I had the best intentions of doing real Christmas cards this year . . .

p.s. this is an official announcement!

a very merry

 

Love this photo from Christmas morning--Sawyer peeking out of his new playhouse, built by Daddy

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Happy first, Sawyer! We can't get enough of you.

moonbeams in a jar

We had  a wonderful and packed week with Gigi. Highlights included a river float, spray painting furniture, lots of Greek yogurt, finding a new (used) couch, and house hunting.  Definitely a fun change from my typical strict adherence to nap times and occasional outings to the park, library, or grocery store.  My favorite part about the trip, though, was resurrecting old childhood songs. I love singing with my mom, and it was the perfect way to keep the kids happy in the car. I'd completely forgotten about the song "Swinging on a Star." The chorus goes, "Would you like to swing on a star, carry moonbeams home in a jar, and be better of than you are?" I adored that song growing up. I'm going to have to work on the lyrics. Miss you, Gigi!

a quick hello

Just wanted to share this picture that my Mama snapped from her cell phone. It's been so fun to have her come visit. Can't wait for more adventures this coming week!

she's three

Here's a little peek into Paisley's world and her favorite things at age three.

happy birthday darling girl.

my new favorite pastime

 I never thought crafting in miniature would be so much fun.  I was pretty giddy planning and making this dollhouse for Paisley's third birthday. When she saw it she exclaimed, "little things!" I guess she'd never heard the word dollhouse before.  She went straight for the tiny books and wanted me to read them to her on the couch, and then carried them around the rest of the day. We plan on hanging it on the wall above her bed. So so fun!

a red lentil morning

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