Miracles for Mallory

There is a wonderful auction going on over at the blog Miracles for Mallory. All money being raised from the auction will go to funding research for Trisomy 18. To find out more about Trisomy 18 see the link to the side. Mallory was born and lived 4 days. You can read her story on the link to the right also. Although she was here for such a short time, she managed to touch so many hearts. I know those 4 days were filled with more love from her family than I can even imagine. I am hoping to post a video later tonight so you can see how precious she was. 

There are so many lovely items up for auction from some very talented crafters & artists. Please go take a look and if you are able bid. This money is for such a wonderful cause and you get a lovely hand crafted item to boot if you win. Hope everyone is having a wonderful week.

*I have donated the opportunity to own your very own paper illustration(see examples at the bottom of my blog). If you win the auction you get to choose the theme you want for the paper illustration. My paper illustrations are one of a kind. All are made by hand using scrap booking paper and embellishments. I often hand embroider parts of the illustration also. This would be the perfect chance to own your very own paper creation and also help out with such a wonderful cause.

Peanut Butter & Jelly

Abby and Sloan are the best of friends. They are kind of like Peanut Butter & Jelly. A perfect pair.

Getting ready for the day

The other morning before school, I walked into the girls room and saw this. The sweetest moment of sisterly love. Sloan was actually sharing her jewelry with her sister. Most mornings at our house are hurried and pretty crazy. This morning I sat and took a few moments to just enjoy life. 

Sleepytime Bear Nightgown GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

Sleepytime Bear Nightgown GIVEAWAY !!!!!!!

Wouldn't this look cute on little Zoe? 

The Great Reno Balloon Races

I always know fall is just around the corner because of the balloon races. It never seems to fail. The balloon races signify a "changing" of the seasons. Balloon races mean it's time for the mornings to be colder, the days cooler. A cleaner more fragrant earthen smell when I breath in the early morning air. I know that soon I will wake up in the morning and throw on a long sleeve shirt before I head to the kitchen to start the daily routine. I will no longer be able to strip the little ones down to diapers in my desperate attempt to save on spray n' wash. It's too chilly. Gone are the days of walking outside barefoot, and I know in a few brief weeks the girls will have to come inside earlier from their after school fort making in the back yard. Please don't think I am too sad. Nope, just gearing up for all the indoor time. Nevada can get pretty cold, but the winds here make it feel bitter at times. I will keep up with my walking as long as possible. It will be fun to bundle up the kids and wear my beanie while I am walking. It will be so nice to exercise and not feel like I smell like a boys locker room when I am done from all the sweat. The balloon races mean that a visit to Apple Hill is just around the corner. That the local pumpkin patches will soon be open and that Halloween costumes must now be considered. It also means I can snuggle up to Dean even closer, you know, to save on the heating bill. I can pull out all my sweaters and scarves, and socks. I can wear my toasty collection of hats and not look like a crazy lady. I love the upcoming days of fall and the fun that they bring. It is one of my most favorite times of the year.