Back In The Saddle

Summer has been flying by around here! Rather then wright it all out, better to show it in pictures. Being back home has given me the crafty bug, and the kids are in need of some fun projects as well. I am at the kitchen table planning out some summer fun at home with kids and get my crafty shopping list in order!

A Declaration Of Craft

  Whew, this past weekend of celebrating independence (4th of July) and enjoying the extra long weekend has finally put me in a crafty mood.  We have played in the sun, sand, stayed up late to watch fireworks, chased lighting bugs, ate junk food, and even took naps.  It was fantastic, but now I am longing for my craft room.

I am declaring it a craft week around here.  I am so far behind in sewing it is just crazy, and my knitting? Well, forget it, what knitting!!  That is just unacceptable! One of the things on tap this week is to hem my bridesmaid dress (not very exciting stuff, but it has to get done).  Also I have some knit fabric that is just calling out to be made into something comfortable.  There are also some cushions that need to be made for our metal glider.  I would also like to cast on for this lovely cowl.  It is never to late to start knitting for the fall. Of course there are ALWAYS mittens to be made. I think the Reading Mitts are in order as well.  They are to adorable!  There are crafts for the kids to do as well.  Hope to have some progress done in the next couple of days.  In the meantime I need to get off this electronic time suckage device and get going!!

Fantastic Fall

When things get stressful I always think a day or morning spent outside makes things sooooooooo much better. We had a field trip to a local apple orchard and it was so much fun! What could be better than homemade apple cider, donuts, and apples picked right off the tree! Also it is fun to be outside running around with friends!

When life hands you a bunch of crazy........

Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Some Happy Boys

The 4th of July was lots of fun. We spent the day as a family and enjoyed the beautiful weather, food, and just hangin'. The littlest man had fun with his balloon during almost the entire 2 hr. parade! Family came in to enjoy the festivities as well. That made for an extra special day for the kiddos!

J.D. thought that his construction helmet was a great idea. You never know when someone will get a little crazy throwing candy!! I have to say that it was a great day and next year will be even better. The boys might actually make it to see some fireworks!!!