Dancing Queen

Ali started her gymnastics class and is loving it! She is a bundle of energy and this is a good way to get some of it out. Ever since she turned two she is just a pill. She is constantly climbing out of her crib (now we have a tent on her bed), drawing all over herself with pen, taking off her diaper, screaming, etc. But at the same time she has so much fun and is a happy girl. Good thing shes so cute!

Funny

I have to get this down before I forget.... I went to pick up Cole from school and his teacher told me this conversation-

Teacher: Cole whats wrong? You seem a little sad...

Cole: Ya well Jesus is coming back

Teacher: Well thats a good thing isnt it?

Cole: Im just worried hes gonna come back before music time today

Saving Money

Dollhouse retails for about $90.... I found one for $10

Train table retails for about $160-$200..... I found one for $15.00

Ive seen this piano for $1500.00 and up... Mine was $300.00

This Pottery Barn kids chair costs about $129.00.... I bought it for $30.00

This clock was $1200.00 online... I paid $150.00


These are only to name a few!


I have turned into a Craigslist, Garage Sale, Clearance shopper. I cant stand paying full price for things if I can find them cheaper. This is something I have done a little in the past but especially since moving up to Alaska. Probably because everything is way overpriced here! I definately have to be patient and wait for things.... but its so worth it!

Partners in Crime

Just when I thought these girls were being so good and playing so quietly together (Yep thats mascara!) Ali's little cousin Libby actually got it on the eyelashes- Ali needs a few more makeup lessons. LUCKILY it came out of Nicholes carpet only days before she turned her house over to the new owners.......

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALIYAH!!!!

I cant believe my little baby is now 2 years old! She is full of spunk and energy and sweetness. She had a fun day and a great party with friends and family. Thank you everyone!!!!

FALL PHOTO SESSION

State Fair

Cole was terrified last time we tried to ride ponies... so he worked up the courage and went for it at the fair. Good job Cole!

They loved the kiddie rides and I think Chuck and I had more fun just watching them than if we were riding the rides ourselves.

Heres a little train ride and I was worried Aliyah needed my help. It went about one mile per hour and she would have been totally fine without me.... Im overly protective sometimes!

This face of Ali's is priceless... she had so much fun!!!!!!!!!