Binky Fun

I'm working on getting my Binky Blog up and running. I make Binky Clips for those of you who don't know. They come in VERY handy if you have a baby who takes a bink. They are also great for gift giving. Anyway, here's a few that will be for sale. Tell me what you think & if you want to purchase one leave me a comment to let me know. I'm still working out the payment process and such but we can figure something out if you see something you like.

Happy Shopping!

Sweet Pop

Funky Stripes

Silly Stiletto's

Weird Punk

Green Bolt

Pea in the Pod

Whatever Works!

Orange You Glad I Didn't Say Banana

Let me know what you think and if you're interested in purchasing one {or two}.

Cost: $15.00 each {& shipping is free! Yippee!}

Kiki's Chicken Salad

I made some chicken salad today and it was oh so yummy. Thanks Kiki for the recipe.
So, I thought I'd share it with you too.

one rotisserie chicken

green onions, finely chopped

celery, also chopped

1.5 limes

half mayonnaise

half miracle whip

slivered almonds

I think that's all. It's really so good. Try it and tell me what you think. & thanks
again Kik for the idea and help with making it right.

Kids Say The Darnedest...

{Toms playing at the pool yesterday}

Alright, this kid is getting way too smart for his own good. Today, I needed him to start cleaning up his toys before he went to his cousins house for a play date. I said "Toms, it's time to clean up this mess before you can leave." He answers "I can't, my back hurts." WHAT? I nearly blew chicken salad out my nose it was so funny. Where did he hear that? I can see him saying that his head was hurting, because I know I say that all the time, but his back? Hilarious! He really is too much!

Then we were watching TV and someone said "S.O.B.", only the whole phrase. He totally started to repeat it. Whoops! No more "30 Rock" in the living room. Luckily Tyler reverted his attention to something else and he forgot all about it. Not good. With all our luck he'll remember it in Nursery or something. Good times.

Then a few minutes later he was playing with something I was crafting and I told him to stop standing on it because it was going to break. He looked over at me after saying no many times and said "No it won't, stupid". Not cool! He went right to time out for that one. I went to tell Tyler what he did and Tyler asked "Well, were you being stupid? What a pill. Like father like son I guess. Anyway, it was a bit comical but also so wrong. What am I gonna do with this kid? It's gonna be a very interesting childhood for him and for us to experience. He will certainly keep it interesting.

Sweet Baby Girl

{Photo by: Ashley at sunshine&shade photography}

Is this the sweetest baby in the world? Just a little something to brighten your day. I know it brightens mine!

The Sourt {fort} and other update's

Toms and I made a little fort for him to play in last week. He loved it so much that it's still up. He likes to hide in it when we aren't looking.

In other news,

This little girl is making the funniest noises. Watch this and you'll see what I'm talking about.

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She's getting so fat, I love it! The other day at my SIL Jill's house they pulled out a cucumber from their garden. It was almost as big as her. So cute! The kids couldn't wait to measure her next to it.

I got my hair cut by my SIL Tiffani. It was such a mess before, I hated it. So now it's cute and sassy. I've got bangs once again & a fun summer style. Thanks Tiff for helping me out. Now I can try and look cute again!

Here's a cute picture of Tyler and Toms. Just wanted to share it, they are both so cute. Love those smiles!

Toms has started to watch "Annie". He loves it, and even though it kind off drives me crazy, I think it's cute of him to want to watch it. Those darn songs get stuck in my head for days! I hate that!

Today we went out to my mom's house to have lunch with my siblings. It's so funny that we are all able to get together for lunch in the middle of the day. What family does that? It's great. Left over pizza, yum!

Well, Tyler's home now so I guess I need to figure out something for dinner. I hate dinner time! Bean Burritos or Spaghetti? Gross, I hate being poor. Then we have 4 different All-Star baseball games tonight if we feel like sitting in this crazy heat. We'll see if we feel like sweating it out. Have a great night.

Later!

Happy 7th!

Wow, it's been 7 years since Tyler and I got hitched! Amazing how times fly's!

Happy Anniversary, Babe! Loved every minute of it!

{Dinner at Cafe Boa, our favorite!}

Has it been that long?

Wow, time flies. I mean to post update's, but then the time gets away from me.

Toms is having a great summer so far. Really every season is summer when you're a two year old. But we have enjoyed doing a lot more with all the cousins. Going swimming at the public pools, having play dates at different houses, seeing the summer kid movies at the theatre, playing in the splash pad's all over town.

{Tempe Beach Park with Kiki and the Kids}

You know, fun summer stuff. Yesterday we went and saw "Kung Fu Panda" with Kiki, Jimmy and ALL the kids. It was crazy but fun. The theatre was filled with other kids and a few old couple's {Random} so if the babies started to get fussy it didn't really matter. That was nice. Plus when it's only $1 to go to the movies, that's a fabulous way to kill two hours of our day. Then everyone came over to our house to hang for a bit. It was nice to catch up with my siblings, even if we were surrounded by screaming children. We had some lunch and Kiki and I tried to figure out my sewing machine while the babies slept {We never could get it to work though, bummer}. Then they left, we took a little nap and then we had Taco Night at our house. My In-Laws host "Wednesday Night Taco Night's", and it's usually at their house but last night it was at our place. So we had another house full. It's always very entertaining and fun to have all Tyler's family over. Needless to say it was a very busy day.

We have also been trying to do a new rewards system with Toms. I made this cute board to help keep track of Tommy's tokens. {Thanks for the idea Sherrie!}

Once he gets all the Tokens we are thinking maybe we'll take him to Sea World? We'll see. I personally don't think he'll ever get that far. He either loses them too fast or uses them for little prizes. He doesn't quite get the concept of collecting all of them for one BIG thing. He'd rather cash them in as we go for a bunch of little things. This is a picture of all the little things:

Lots of fun from the dollar store. Anyway, the most he's gotten at once is 12. He needs like 40. We'll keep you posted on his progress. Of course, if Tyler doesn't get a bonus this summer like he did the last three summer's then I'll make it so Toms never gets to 40 simply because we won't be able to afford it. So it can go either way. Until we know it gives Toms a little bit of incentive to help out around the house and get rewarded for good behavior.

Father's day was great. I got Tyler a Massage from this lovely lady as his gift from me and the kids. Toms made this for him:

He had so much fun painting it. This was his first time using paints. I figured I could break out the messy stuff once in awhile. It of course, didn't last very long. I thought it would keep him occupied for a lot longer. But it was still a good time for him. Then he got to play in the water for a bit. I mean, he was already naked. That always a good time.

Tyler did great on his triathlon. He was able to recruit a friend at the last minute and they both finished at just about the same time.

{Richard & Tyler right before the race}

He finished in 1:44 minutes. Not bad for a first timer. Way to go Babe, we were so proud of you {and glad it's over}!

{Get your tickets to the gun show ladies!}

In Lola news:

She is doing great. Always happy! Getting SO fat! and not quite sleeping through the night. She had a couple of really great nights where she slept for like 5 hours straight, but those have become a thing of the past {insert sad face}. But it's still ok because even though I get up three times in the night she sleeps in until 9 or even sometimes 10. So I can handle it. She is close to 12 pounds and a little over three months old. She has started talking up a storm, it's so cute and loves to smile and get attention. She's getting a little spoiled with being held all the time, so I need to try and curve that a bit. I don't want to end up with another Tommy. He's still too much of a handful, I don't want to end up with two spoiled kids. I'm getting close to putting her in her crib soon. She's getting old enough to know her surroundings and I don't want her getting used to being in our room {another mistake I made with the first one}.

Anyway, I've been working on a few fun projects around the house. I've got before and after pics to show once I finish. I'm also trying to get my Binky Clips up on a website to get some more sales with them. I've made some really cute ones lately and need to try and sell some more of them to help pay for some odds and ends around here. I need to get my Photoshop back up and running before I can get that blog gong though. Hopefully that will happen next week sometime. I hate not having my Creative Suite. I'm so lost without it!

So I just saw that Farrah Faucet & Michael Jackson died today. Neither of which makes any difference in my life. Crazy, really makes you think. Or not. I'm sure we'll hear about this in the news for weeks now.

Alright, well I'm gonna try and get some exercising in tonight. I still have about 7 pounds to lose before Monday when "The biggest loser" ends. Probably NOT going to happen, but I'll still semi try. Have a great night and try to stay cool in these HOT summer days!

Later!

My poor MAC!

So I have been computer less for almost a week now. I hate this! My poor iMAC crashed the other day and it's getting repaired. So in the meantime I'm needing to use Tyler's PC to check my e-mails and such. I really hate using a different computer. You get so used to your own. Anyway, I'm hoping that I didn't loose everything that was on it. It hasn't all been backed up. So keep your fingers crossed for me!

Today Toms and I took a long nap while my wonderful SIL, Hope kept Lola. It was bliss! Thank you once again Ya, Ya! Earlier we went to the Tempe Beach Park with my sister and her kids. It was way fun, a little crowded, but still a good time. Toms didn't want to leave. & what was with the weather? so beautiful! The breeze was blowing, it was perfect for being outside. Love it!

Last night we lost our power for about a half hour. It was so windy but only for about 3 or 4 minutes. Weird! But that was enough to blow the power out. It was so quiet around the house. I didn't like it! So I couldn't fall asleep until the fan came back on.

Tyler is getting all geared up for his triathlon this weekend. I still can't believe he is doing this. He has recruited a friend to join him. Good luck guys!

I also started a new "Rewards" system for Toms. We'll see how it goes. I think he gets it, but maybe not completely. I've got pictures once I get my computer back.

Alright, Hope just brought Lola home, so I'm gonna go play with the kiddos. Later!

Snapita Filancha Gosnita Snapoo

Every week we get to join Jill {my SIL} at Tyler's Grandpa's house for lunch. Well, yesterday we had Toms show off all his new "talents" to Grandpa Tom. The "Snapita Filancha..." saying is something Grandpa has been saying for years. He used to tell his grandkids that he spoke spanish and that is what he would say. So it's famous in Tyler's family. So if you are wondering where that comes from now you know. Enjoy the show.

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The Boy

...is such a crack up! His new thing is singing along to the new Black Eyed Peas song "Boom Boom Pow". He totally sings it and even adds the "jacking my style"part. Hi-larious! I'll video it and post. It's something everyone must see.

Tonight he started to "Fake" cry. Sounds a whole lot like his real cry {Because it's always fake and over-dramatic}. But still very funny.

Tyler and I were talking about Lola tonight and I was saying that she only takes little cat naps during the day. Tyler said, "Yeah, what, about....{pause, waiting for me to answer}" and Toms chimes in with "2 Hours". It was so funny and perfect timing. I can't believe he knew what we were even talking about let alone answering with a correct answer. He's such a crack up!

I had the music playing on our fabulous Apple TV today and he went to grab his little toy piano. He sat it on the coffee table and proceeded to play/dance/sing like he was singing the song on the TV. Another great moment in the life of Toms.

This past weekend we went to see "Night at the Museum" with all of my family. He loved it and didn't move a muscle during the whole thing, it was great. But afterwards he started saying "Fire Power" like the thinking statue does with his arms up in the air. So funny. He actually pronounces it "Fider Powder".

The microwave is actually the "Microphone" around our house. He says "Make it ourm in the microphone" every night about his bottle. {Yes, he still takes a bottle, give me a break, we're working on it. At least it's only at night and nap time. Could be worse. Right?}

Every day he starts doing something new, I just love it! He talks so much and is learning like crazy. He still can't seem to get his colors right, but he sure has the comedy thing down. So I guess that's good enough for now.

I had to take a moment to write some of these things down before I start forgetting them all. Hope you enjoy hearing about it as much as I enjoy it. Can't wait to see what he comes up with tomorrow.

Sweet Sleep & Other News

So for the past TWO nights Lola has been going to sleep around 10 or 10:30 and she hasn't woken up until 6! Wow, only 2.5 months old and she's already sleeping through the night. Lucky me! I just hope she keeps it up. If she ends up going back to waking up around 2 or 3 it will be so hard now because she's gotten my hope's all up. So we'll see. I must say I really do have the BEST babies! I can't lie. They are so happy and calm and easy to handle, I love it! Now, once they turn 2, well that's a different story. Toms tests my patience EVERYDAY! Multiple times! But I guess that's the way most two year old act so I can't really complain.

{This is what I get to see everyday, such a little sweetheart!}

Anyway, the little lady is getting so big I can't believe it! She smiles like crazy and loves all the attention. Toms is loving her also. He is always wanting to help and hold her. The other day he did however fall on top of her. She screamed out so loud, I felt so bad for leaving her on the floor. But she soon calmed down and all was well.

{Wearing my shoes, what a crack up. He could actually walk in them. Not a good sign!}

We had a fun weekend, just stayed here in town. Friday we went to a BBQ with all our friends and had a blast for the short time we were there. We had to leave early to go and meet my family at the movies. We saw "Angels and Demons". Very good! Then Saturday night we went to Spinato's, YUM! It was just a fun chill weekend. It's always so nice for Tyler to have a long weekend.

I'm still working on getting back to the whole Blogging, Crafting, Scrapbooking thing. It's taking a little more time then I thought to take care of two kids. I love it, but it's very time consuming.

{Toms feeding Lola before bedtime, such a good helper}

I have Bunko at my place this Friday so I'm trying to get some things done and ready for that. It should be a blast. I love hanging out with the girls. Still trying to figure out what we will be eating? Nothing like waiting til the last minute.

Tyler is still training for his Triathlon coming up in a few weeks. Unfortunately his biking/running/swimming buddy fell and broke his arm last week so he's now training on his own. My brother is still considering doing it with him, so that will be nice to have someone else to commiserate with. But get well soon Tim! & sorry about the broken arm, Tyler misses you!

Well, there we go with a few of the updates. I'll have more pics sooner or later. I have so much to update still. Eventually I'll get to it all, maybe.

Later!

How cute are these kiddos?

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The Party was Amazing!

Tonight was seriously so fun! There was so much eye candy I could hardly stand it. If you came you know what I am talking about, if you didn't you must come tomorrow morning!!!!! It seriously won't disappoint. I took a million pictures but about half way through the evening I lost my camera. I am seriously so bummed about it! I don't even care so much about the camera, it's all the pictures that I lost. So if anyone hears of a lost camera, or even finds one tomorrow let me know. I really just want the memory card.

Anyway, sorry I don't have pics of it all, but trust me it's well worth the time to come over in the morning and check out all the fun goodness!

Stop in and say hello! I'm the first booth as soon as you come into the back yard. See you there!

Bohemian Bliss Soiree and Vintage Market

Alright people. The event is tonight and things are looking AMAZING! I've been setting up my booth this morning and can't wait to see everything come together. I've got lots of fun Blingy Jewelry and of course all my binky clips and key chains, so stop by & shop.

Tonight is the "Soiree" that costs $30. to get in. But it's gonna be a great party with over 200 people in attendance. If you wear a glamourous costume then it's only $15 to come in. They will be giving Home Tours of two of the most amazing homes I've ever seen, food, drinks, music and lots of fun goodness to buy!

So come on by and get first dibs on all the fun merchandise as well as a beautiful evening under the stars. Go HERE to see all the different vendors involved and get your tickets HERE or at the door.

So just a recap of all the info:

Friday, May 15th 7-10pm Bohemian Bliss Soiree~ TICKETS are $30 per person or $15 if dressed in your fancy schmancy bohemian attire.
Evening Includes: Bohemian Light Fare & Libations, Preview Party, Live Music, Home Tour & Shopping

Saturday, May 16th 7am- Noon: The vintage market is FREE & open to the public & Home Tours will be from 10-noon @ $5. per person.

Easy as that! Hope to see you there!!!!

It came!

and doesn't she look darling!?  I just love this little girl.  She is so sweet I could just eat her up.  

Besides that I have started a diet this week.  I went last night to the Grocery store and stocked the fridge up with most things healthy.  

I have to still have some treats.  But a whole group of people are in a "Biggest Loser" contest and so I decided to see if that would motivate me to lose some weight.  We'll see how it all goes.  So far so good.  Salad for lunch and a salad for dinner.  I'm even debating posting my weight on the blog to really be held accountable.  I heard of someone else doing that once and it may motivate me even more.  I don't know, we'll see if it comes to that.  

Wish me luck!

I found the dress!

We are Blessing Miss Lola this weekend and I found the most darling dress on line.  Could you just die at it's cuteness?  Can't wait for it to get here!!!  Ashley be ready to take some photos!

LO's

I've found some free time lately!  Yeah!!!  So I've been able to create a few new LO's for my Creative Team Duties.  Enjoy!

Our New Entertainment

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Who knew that an old Tether Ball poll could be so much fun!  

& apparently a great work out. Jeff said he was really sore after that night!

Hee-larious!

{Thanks for the laughs Jeff!}

Saturday Morning

Even though it was starting to rain our Ward had their annual Neighborhood Easter Egg hunt.  This year was the first year that I've gone.  I'm usually sleeping, but since Lola was awake we decided to walk down to see the action.  It started pouring on all of us and it was crazy!!!  So cold, Toms hands were seriously icicles!  

The kids found lots of eggs and luckily we were able to catch a ride home in Kenney's car.  A memorable year for sure!

and right before Easter...

Well last Wednesday evening at my In-laws house, Toms decides to fall off the swings and give himself a big scrap across his face.  Nice.  It was so sad, this is his first real owwie.  Poor guy!

I had to take a picture when he was sleeping.  He wouldn't sit still for me.  Luckily the scabs healed nicely and he never noticed it again.  The first of many scraps and bruises!