just because the sun was shining and the sky was blue

Just because the sun was shining and the sky was blue, we decided to go for a walk.

We soon discovered that just because the sun is shining and the sky is blue, it doesn't mean it's nice outside.

And that would explain the winter jackets and tuques :)

But the shining sun made playing with our shadows very fun. Here I am!

Happy sun shiny day! (but don't forget your mittens)

what's new

Well, I've been gone from my blog for awhile but here's what's new:

- I finished my report cards. I guess I didn't really have a choice, but it feels good to be done.

- I did a 15 minute beautification challenge and covered these two bulletin boards with some fabric. And while I was at it I cleaned off my scrapbooking table.

- And lots of nice visits with Baby Maya and Auntie Faye.

- Some scrapbooking too.
- Melting snow and spring weather. Hooray!

cards!

Guess what? I finished my cards for the card swap. Wanna see them?

Well, you're going to have to wait. But here are some of the supplies I used...

Also, I may not be around too much for the next little while. It's called report card season.

Or I may be around more than usual. It's called procrastination :)

latest craze around here

Are you ready to hear about the latest craze around here?

Painting.

And when I say "around here", I mean in our house, not in Saskatchewan. People have been painting in Saskatchewan for years.

So this is what I've found to be successful when painting with a 2 year old and a 3 1/2 year old.

• These paints (the paint is inside the brush!):
  


• And Crayola washable fingerpaints:

• That shiny fingerpainting paper is nice to use, too.



• If your child does not want to wear his new Buzz Lightyear art smock, you may also give him the option of painting shirtless.



• Use baby wipes to clean up messes along the way and to wipe hands before heading to the sink for a more thorough washdown.

Any other tips?

guess who's on my deck?

When I look out my window, this is who I see...Yesterday, the snow was perfect for a snowman. The boys went outside with Rick and built this super-cool snowman on our deck. What a unique spot for a snowman.

And this morning, I took the boys outside to play a bit. It's so nice to have some warmer weather and some healthy boys.

And to be perfectly honest and "real"... This is really what Caleb thinks of being outside most of the time.

he's two!

Well, Caleb is two years old now. And he is just such a cutie! I'm glad he's feeling better.

Here are a few quick photos from his birthday. We cancelled the kid's party, but had all the grandparents over for supper. He was feeling a bit better, although he was still quite clingy (sorry for spilling chili on your head, little buddy). And he really had a great day (except for the chili on his head).

Mismatched pj's while opening presents. Scooby doo and Bob the Builder. That's what happens when you're sick on your birthday :)

Two little monkeys. We bought him a whole bunch of puppets and they were a hit!

Cake anyone? Mmmm, it was very good. (this photo's for you, Susie)

Matthew thought it was delicious too.

More presents. This one was a Lightning McQueen car from Uncle Mark and it was also a big hit!

cancelled

The birthday party has been cancelled.

The birthday boy has an ear infection and a throat infection.

He cried for twenty-five minutes in the doctor's office before the doctor said "I'll see you next", even though it wasn't our turn.

I thought he was almost better, but he's not.

Poor guy.

Hmmm, what should I do with the two birthday cakes I ordered from the new bakery?

flashback friday

I think I'm in a flashback-ish, sentimental mood. :)

But please give me a break, my baby turns two years old tomorrow. Can you believe it? But don't think for a minute I'm going to quit calling him my baby.

Every year, when one of my babies celebrates a birthday, I can't help but remember the actual day he was born. So, here's a little video of the day Caleb was born. I think it's so special to have this video documenting the moment that these two boys met. It really warms my heart.



I really wish I had video of more special days in my life, like the first time I danced with my husband (before he was my boyfriend or husband, and he was just this guy I knew-I wish I could remember that song). But I'm so glad we have this video :)

Happy 2nd Birthday, baby Caleb!