camping at the lake

we should be getting stairs

We did a little bit of a house renovation this past fall. And even though we aren't done, I'm putting together some ideas for how to decorate this newly configured space. We went up, so we will gain a stairway. (We don't currently have one of these) I think I'd like for it to look something like this.

image found here.

I love the globes.

for a partially snowy day

We have a first dental appointments today. But luckily we are excited about it. And hopefully when we get back, we will still feel the same way about his establishment.

We got a bunch of rain last night, that is washing away the snow mess. This is good because a new down fall is on it's way. But we still like the snow. Which is important, because we'll probably have it until April. Serious.

Also one day I need to go here.


This is kind of long, but I think you'll like it.

We went to a local flower picking garden last week. it was vast and beautiful. Besides, the dead mice that the farm owners cat had dropped in various rows and walk ways.
We all love being outdoors and my love of flower goes way deep. It was a treat for everyone involved. I picked this bouquet that made me keep saying moulin rouge. I think that actually may have been the name of these sunflowers.

Portland, we like you

We went to Portland for what seems to be our annual fourth of July trip out west. We stayed at a fun little hotel on the river with a warm little pool very close to where we planned on worshiping Sunday morning. I was lucky enough to get a latte from Stumptown, which is right next to the Ace hotel. One of these days we'll try to stay there. Maybe.

Want to know a great place to eat? Pine State Biscuits! If you are in the Portland area, run, don't walk here people. Order the McIsley. You won't be sorry. We also ate at the Doug Fir again. ( we always do) I made the mistake of not ordering the smoked salmon hash. :( Shame on me.

Shame on me.

We had an awesome time, but coming home is always sweet.

adventures in the hills

We spent some time roaming the farm after we got ourselves stuck in some slopey muds.
The kids love the cows here and got to see a new calf. Its mother is blind and very protective.
So we saw it from a distance.

not on purpose

I never meant to stay away that long. Yes adjusting to having three children under the age of three has taken along of my energy and time recently. But I didn't want to neglect this place for this long. I have some knitted things to share. I am going to be selling these baby legwarmers at a friends new consignment shop down town. But have yet to drop them off.

Its on my to do list.

Latah county fair

It's been pretty busy over here. Between having visitors, sick children, and starting to homeschool, I have gladly taken a break from blogging. But it's not a permanent break. I've been thrifting a lot and getting good deals I'd love to post about,..but until I get some pictures of the goodies I've found, I'll let you in on our grand fair event. We had a blast and so did the kids. Sam got to ride some fun little rides, and we enjoyed looking at all the prize winning livestock. ( my favorite part). Now I want to raise sheep along with the chickens. Reality only allows for chickens right now. But hey, a girl can dream right?

Photo booth special

We had the chance to use the photo booth in the Ace Hotel in downtown Portland. And all we got after two tries were funny faces. I guess that just makes us a funny group.

I've been silly busy,....

Or maybe just plain silly. My head is in packing and cleaning world lately. Not much time for blogging. But, I ran across this hilarious song, about the store I will miss the most whilst living in Idaho. ( note there are a couple not so child friendly words in here somewhere)

in the backyard

I'm so excited to be living in the new house. Not so excited to pack and actually move. I'm also excited about outdoor living. Since we will have our own backyard. And boy, its been a while. Here are some goodies I found that might be worth purchasing now and bring with us.




I think most of you know that there is no ikea near Moscow. Its sad but true. I'm going to need to stock up.

home owners again

We closed on this lovely little house in northern Idaho today.
I can't wait to do some renovation and decoration!

we got married

Five years ago today that is. It seems like yesterday that we said our vows, yet I feel like I've known Joel forever.

We celebrated by cleaning house. (oddly satisfying), and dining out at one of our favourite eateries. God is so good, and blesses us beyond belief. It really was a wonderful day and my life is wonderful as your wife honey. I love you. Here's to spending a zillion more years together.

xoxo