Project LIVING ROOM

I started painting the downstairs and forgot before pictures, so here are the in the process pictures. I picked a color and went 2 shades darker to be more daring. As it turns out, I like the color. It was much lighter and a totally different color when wet but as it dries I like it more and more. I'll post the official "after" pictures in a few days.

I think the new color is so much warmer.

For Linda

Last year the drought kept my hydrangeas from blooming. At the time I was sure I had done something to kill them (that's been my past record anyway) but HURRAY! this year they have bloomed. My mother in law, Linda, has more than a green thumb, it's like "miracle grow" thumb. She gives me great advice that I usually botch some how but I'm sure she will be happy to see these! Isn't great how I take some credit for what mother nature did. :)

Side yard blooms are the best since the lighting is best for them here.

These purply ones are in the back yard.
They get too much sun, but are still beautiful.

See You Later Alligator

As most of you know, my sister and her girls have lived with us since February. They just moved to Idaho yesterday and it's bitter sweet. We really loved having them here, but it's nice to have more space and more quite in the house. We miss them but wouldn't dare ask them to give up all their wonderful blessings to hang out in Georgia. But missing them is tough. It makes me the saddest when Owen asks for them. The garage door opened this morning and Owen went crazy going "It's Heidi!! It's Heidi!!! Heidi Home!!" it takes a lot to not cry over that. I'm glad I will be able to see them in Idaho next week for the wedding. Plus it helps knowing that they are safe and happy. Christian, take good care of them for me.

Christian's Splinter

This splinter ripped his big toe open and lodged its self deep under the skin. Ya, gross I know. Moving can be dangerous.... Like mom always said, wear your shoes!!

Relief from the Heat

Owen had fun beating the heat with some sprinkler fun. He had a blast running through, drinking, and watching the water. He was having so much fun I didn't have the heart to make him stop to put on a swim pants. His diaper is very absorbent and was exploding when I took it off him. :)

To The Temple

Last week Heidi and I went to the Temple for her endowment. It was a wonderful experience to escort her through for the first time. I love to go to them temple to serve others and for the peace and quiet. Congratulations Heidi, you are really growing up and making wonderful decisions, being a great example for your children.

My Kid Rocks!

Owen loves to copy his Daddy, and the IPod experience is the latest.
It's so much fun watching him grow, explore and rock out!