Bunk Bed

Valentine's Day was a big day in our house. Not only did we get to celebrate with the normal candy and gifts, but the girls' bunk bed was also delivered. We've been wanting to get them a bunk bed for well over a year now, and finally we were able to do it. The girls had no idea they were getting one, so that was even better. They were kept in suspense all day long until Aaron was able to come home and set it up. And boy were they excited when they finally found out!

After lots of rearranging and disassembling and reassembling, we finally got started putting the bunk bed together. What a big ordeal! We now know why they charge a $50 setup charge....it would have been worth it....but we thought we'd save the $50 and do it ourselves. I think we forgot that I am 8 months pregnant and not much help. Anyways, after a few hours, it was finally done. As you can tell, the kids were a big help (not!).

Oh, but I forgot to mention....the mattresses won't be here until today....so after all the work of setting it up, the girls couldn't even sleep in it! So, the girls had a "camp out" on the floor and Kaden got to sleep in his new "big boy bed". He did really well! He didn't come out of his room until about 3am this morning, and after trying to sleep with him in our bed, Aaron took him back to his room, where he slept the rest of the night.

Today the mattresses will be delivered, so this project can finally be finished. The girls are so excited and can't wait to play in their "tree house". I'm just excited to finally be able to use the bedding that has been sitting in the top of their closet since last June (thanks Grandma Yount!).

Happy Valentine's Day!

What an exciting day! First of all, when I woke up, I was pleasantly surprised that my sweet husband had a surprise waiting for me. He made me a sweet message on the computer and had gotten me an enamel-coated cast iron dutch oven (I know...what a mouth full!). I've been wanting one for a couple years now, so I was very excited to finally get one. And, best part, it's RED! He also surprised the kids with a little candy. Then for lunch, he brought me home a Dairy Queen hamburger, fries and blizzard. What a great hubby and father.

Next, Ashlyn had been anticipating this day for atleast a week...school Valentine's parties are always exciting! She woke up early and got dressed and ready for school and was actually excited to go (not always the case). When she came home she told me "Mom, school was TERRIFIC!" She got lots of Valentine's cards and candy...so of course it was a great day.

Sweet Valentine: Morgan

Today is Morgan's Valentine's Party in preschool. She has been so excited for today....and last night she kept coming out of bed and telling me that she couldn't sleep....I know she was definitely ready to get out of bed this morning when we told her it was time to get ready for school. Morgan was even more excited when she remembered that she could wear her Valentine's shirt and bows. She is pretty lucky....she gets to celebrate Valentine's Day 2 days in a row this year!

Can't Get Enough

My girls think riding on the snowmobile with dad is the best thing ever! They can't get enough! Every day they ask if they can go for a ride....luckily we still have enough snow. The snowmobile has been broken for a week, and for the girls, that was an ETERNITY! Today, we got the part in the mail (thank you Grandpa Yount!), so Aaron came home from work early and fixed it. As soon as the girls heard the snowmobile start, they were begging to go for a ride. Those 2 aren't afraid of much when they are on the snowmobile....you can hear them from inside the house saying "Faster!" or "I want to go over the big jumps!". As much as we are praying for spring, I think the girls will miss riding on the snowmobile when the snow is melted.

New Quilting Project

I just started sewing this throw quilt this morning....and the whole front is already finished! Hurray for jelly rolls (pre-cut 2 1/2"x 44" strips)! This has been lots of fun, and super easy to do. I actually didn't even have a pattern to follow....I just grabbed a strip and started sewing. This fabric is called Moda Shangri-la and I got it 1/2 off at Fat Quarter Shop....only 1 jelly roll and then fabric for the back and binding. I'll let you know when I get it totally finished...which at the rate I'm going, might be a while. Seems I can get the quilt almost done...but putting the batting in between and quilting it...now that's where I freak out. This is about how far I have my baby quilt too. It sure would feel nice to finish something!

Rexburg, ID Temple Dedication

Well, the dedication was today. It seemed today would never come...after years of construction and then the dedication being postponed for a week. This morning Aaron and I went to our stake center and watched as the new president of our church, President Thomas S. Monson, dedicated that sacred building. It was really neat to see how he has already started to fill the very large shoes of Pres. Hinckley...which I'm sure is a very daunting task. Pres. Monson was very funny...cracking jokes about everything. It was a very special experience that I am glad I didn't miss. To find out more info on the Rexburg temple, click here.

Hair Bows

Girls! So, I told you a little before about these bows that Alea Nielson (David Nielson's wife) makes....well, I got some more pictures to show you. She is so talented and I am so glad I found out she makes them. If you want more info on the kind and price of the bows, email her at: missblondey82@aol.com or check out her blog: http://sugarandspiceforgirls.blogspot.com/. She can make them into clippies for older girls or headbands for babies.