On the left is a newborn photo taken by Ashley Skjaveland and on the right one of Melinda's. I brought the same blanket with us for the shoot:
With Dad:
With Mom:
A couple more:
Jello Fun:
Monday, July 27, 2009
1 year photo shoot
We had Eli's pictures taken since turning one is a pretty major milestone. They were taken by Melinda Gombert Photography. She lives close to us and she does these messy photo shoots that I just couldn't resist. I'm amazed at how many pictures she actually got considering how busy and all over the place he was. After the normal shoot, we stripped Eli down and let him play in a big pile of jello. It was so much fun, he just giggled the whole time. It was like a kids dream come true.
On the left is a newborn photo taken by Ashley Skjaveland and on the right one of Melinda's. I brought the same blanket with us for the shoot:
With Dad:
With Mom:
A couple more:
Jello Fun:
On the left is a newborn photo taken by Ashley Skjaveland and on the right one of Melinda's. I brought the same blanket with us for the shoot:
With Dad:
With Mom:
A couple more:
Jello Fun:
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Where has the time gone?
Brent had 5 months off and I have no idea where the time has gone. As of yesterday he only has 2 weeks left. Wow! I have gotten so used to having him here it's going to feel strange without him. We've been so busy trying to make the most of July - including getting a lot of use out of the telescope at night. The International space station was orbiting the northern hemisphere the last few days so we've enjoyed watching it. It's so neat to think that there are 13 people on it and we could see it.
We've been hanging out in the yard, going to the lake, riding our bikes, ate a tonne of pancakes during stampede, lots of bbqing, trips to the zoo, heritage park, calaway, golfing (for Brent) and late night games of Carcassonne. This is the life!
The only downer is that the boys in this house have been sick for the last few days. This is Eli's firs time being sick and it's no fun. They both have had a mild fever for a couple of days so I'm hoping they are both back to normal by the weekend. Eli is one grumpy dude when he's sick....so is Brent.
I had a zillion pictures and couldn't decide which ones to post since I'm so behind. So here's one of a typical moment in our back yard...ahhhh.
We've been hanging out in the yard, going to the lake, riding our bikes, ate a tonne of pancakes during stampede, lots of bbqing, trips to the zoo, heritage park, calaway, golfing (for Brent) and late night games of Carcassonne. This is the life!
The only downer is that the boys in this house have been sick for the last few days. This is Eli's firs time being sick and it's no fun. They both have had a mild fever for a couple of days so I'm hoping they are both back to normal by the weekend. Eli is one grumpy dude when he's sick....so is Brent.
I had a zillion pictures and couldn't decide which ones to post since I'm so behind. So here's one of a typical moment in our back yard...ahhhh.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Long overdue landscaping post
Brent worked SO hard on our landscaping and I am only now getting it up on the blog. How bad of me!! He pretty much did a complete overhaul of the yard. We now have a sprinkler system (which I've never had before), new fence, new deck, new sod in the back, new trees, a dog run and the front beds are re-done. I didn't realize how lumpy the back yard was until I had the new sod to compare it to. Eli is also enjoying the yard, especially the rocks and shed.
Front when we bought the house:
New Front - we still plan on replacing the cement walkway with brick...one day!
View of the front rocks/path from the neighbors yard. There used to be giant juniper bushes here and then Brent cut them down. I lived with those ugly roots for 2 years. This is so much better:
Old fence:
New fence:
New Maple tree, I can't wait until it gets bigger. So pretty!
Original Deck:
New Deck:
The dog run comes right off the deck and along the side of the house, it's awesome!
Brent's shed and the lilac tree to the right:
Front when we bought the house:
New Front - we still plan on replacing the cement walkway with brick...one day!
View of the front rocks/path from the neighbors yard. There used to be giant juniper bushes here and then Brent cut them down. I lived with those ugly roots for 2 years. This is so much better:
Old fence:
New fence:
New Maple tree, I can't wait until it gets bigger. So pretty!
Original Deck:
New Deck:
The dog run comes right off the deck and along the side of the house, it's awesome!
Brent's shed and the lilac tree to the right:
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Etsy fun
I could window shop on Etsy for hours. It takes some serious restraint not to buy things sometimes. Especially when they are as cute as this:
Will power did not win out on this one, since I bought it. I know where I'll be doing my Xmas shopping this year...
Will power did not win out on this one, since I bought it. I know where I'll be doing my Xmas shopping this year...
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tales from the hardware store
Over the past few years, Brent and I have become very familiar with our local hardware stores. After shopping at all of them, Rona has become our least favorite. We actually avoid going there whenever possible. Unfortunately for us, it's the closest to our house, and when you have a small child, sometimes convenience over rules.
Last year we replaced our BBQ, Brent's patio caddy finally gave out and he treated himself to the BBQ of his choice. (We did not buy it at Rona). The other day, we stopped in at Rona, and they had our BBQ on display. Now it comes in fancy new colors, I guess that's the new thing in BBQ's! Brent opened up the grill of our model and inside was a note from an obviously disgruntled customer. It read:
Last Year's Price: $899
This Year's Price: $1099
RONA'S RECESSION GIFT TO YOU!!!!!!!
We had a chuckle, and could relate to how that person felt. Brent shut the lid and left the note for the next person to find.
The next day, Brent went back to return something (not a fun process at Rona). They had lifted the tops of all of their display BBQ's so that people could see the inside. Being as smart as they are, they left the note there, now on display for everyone to read!! This just confirms how ridiculous this store is...yet, I'm sorry to say that I'm sure we'll go back.
Last year we replaced our BBQ, Brent's patio caddy finally gave out and he treated himself to the BBQ of his choice. (We did not buy it at Rona). The other day, we stopped in at Rona, and they had our BBQ on display. Now it comes in fancy new colors, I guess that's the new thing in BBQ's! Brent opened up the grill of our model and inside was a note from an obviously disgruntled customer. It read:
Last Year's Price: $899
This Year's Price: $1099
RONA'S RECESSION GIFT TO YOU!!!!!!!
We had a chuckle, and could relate to how that person felt. Brent shut the lid and left the note for the next person to find.
The next day, Brent went back to return something (not a fun process at Rona). They had lifted the tops of all of their display BBQ's so that people could see the inside. Being as smart as they are, they left the note there, now on display for everyone to read!! This just confirms how ridiculous this store is...yet, I'm sorry to say that I'm sure we'll go back.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Party Time
It was Eli and his cousin Evelyn's birthday party on Saturday. We had a joint party for both of them since they are only 2 days apart in age. We did a disney theme, and I think the kids had lots of fun. Eli crashed right after cake so Evie enjoyed opening presents on her own! I don't think I've ever had a birthday party that big in my whole life, they sure are starting out with a bang. Thanks to everyone who came!!
Cake time
First bite
Evie checking out her new baby
Cake time
First bite
Evie checking out her new baby
