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.

deodorizer for those of us

I made myself some deodorant last night. I had been using this stuff. I love the smell to pieces. But the first ingredient was propylene glycol. I was given this recipe by my sister. And dang does it work.

all natural deodorant for real

1/4 C virgin coconut oil
1/4 C baking soda
1 1/2 ts cornstarch

My coconut oil was soft enough to mix the other ingredients in with heating it first. So after I mixed them completely, I stuffed it into an old deodorant container that I had saved and washed. Then I put it in the freezer over night just to speed up the hardening process.

I really don't think this is regrettable. I mean these are all food grade ingredients. Which is nice for nursing. Babies come pretty close to whatever you put on. That used to stress me out.

home owners again

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

He is risen!

I hope everyone enjoyed a spectacular Resurrection Sunday! It dawned on me early in the morning what a truly blessed day it actually is. ( probably even more special than Christmas) What a merciful, loving Father we have in Heaven!

there is no reason not too

I've never seen a triple stroller look this streamlined, and compact. If anyone would like to donate monies for its purchase. Please feel free to email me. ;)

Yes I know, we have two children, but if it be Gods will, baby number three should be joining us just in time for Thanksgiving this year. That's right, am I pregnant and suffering from some gnarly type of morning sickness that worsens at night. Preparing dinner has become quite the task. All in good form right?

Please pray for our growing bean!

preparing for some easter fun

This picture has nothing to do with my Easter prep. It just really makes me laugh. He did not actually hit her, she just has bad balance and toppled over and decided she was fine there and wanted to stay a bit.

I made these this afternoon. I wanted to make rice crispie treats in the shape of Easter eggs, to go in the kids baskets, but I had corn flakes and chocolate and no marshmallows or rice crispies. I tasted little bits while stirring the flakes in, and boy was this a good choice. I first saw them when Ruby made them. So, so good. Hope your Easter preparations are lining up nicely. :)

easier the second time around

I'm going to venture to say that Phoebe is potty trained. She at least understands the concept. And When we are at home all day she in completely diaper free. I'm not sure hoe much of this has to do with her being a girl. ( a lot of people say girls are easier to potty train) Or if wanting to do everything her brother does is playing a big part in the progress. Either way we are pretty excited.

my apologies

For the terrible hiatus. I have been quite busy reorganizing life as it has been.
I am contemplating a return with lots of new information to share.

happy first birthday baby

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