family hike

As I sit watching the snow pile higher and higher as each flake dots the ground I reflect upon the delicious fall we experienced this year. There was a moment earlier in the season where I thought our fall had been lost to us, but luckily it came back with a vengeance and the last few weeks have been nothing short of a delight.

Fully aware our time was limited we took complete advantage of the weather and our proximity to the mountains and spent as much time outside in the canyons as possible.
















[Saturday, 22 October | the photos with me in them were taken by adam]

goodbye august

We enjoyed many movie nights,


and far too many trips to the local bread store.


We spent time with cousins at Lolo's work fair, where Tess won a $10 gift card to cold stone,


and celebrated my nephew, Landon's birthday.


We had a good time up in the mountains camping, the girls enjoyed a daddy daughter one too,


and a fun weenie roast with friends.


We played lots of games, they won,


and spent time in the garden after it cooled down in the evenings. (this photo counts for my 52photoproject | week 18| in the garden)


The girls started school, but then I already told you that. Of course I didn't tell you that they were matching that first day. Their shirt says, "we stick together". When they saw the mouse on top of the cat on top of the dog holding a "bff" sign they just had to have it. I love that they are the best of friends.

And we watched the craziest thunderstorm Sunday night. The noise alone was enough to make you take pause, but it was amazing the way the sky lite up. I haven't seen an electric storm like that in years.


Anyone else baffled that it's already September?

last week in photos

bbq in the canyon with some friends...


Because everyone took a load we only had to make one trip, of course it didn't come without some complaining.


mmm...some of the most delicious cookies in town. Love their identity too. Check them out.


I've always wanted to get glasses as an accessory. What do you think?


Waiting for Despicable Me to begin...and the popcorn.


The view of downtown from my kitchen window at sundown. It was one of the first times I didn't mind washing dishes. (Yes, I actually took this from inside from my kitchen window.)


While doing some shopping with the girls I couldn't resist the flower bed.

fallness

visit the canyon with Adam and girls




















[my attempt at a family sp. this is what you get when your camera tips while the timers going]

everyday

i did one of these post a few years ago and thought it would be cool to do it again to see what things have changed and what things have stayed the same.

I get up early and exercise.
I try to do at least one load of laundry (somedays more).
My girls usually get their own breakfast.
I shower and get reading in the morning.
The girls and I say prayers & read scriptures in the morning before they leave for school.



I walk my kids out the door on the way to their carpool, give them big hugs/kisses, & tell them to have a good day and remember who they are.
I vacuum something (usually the kitchen).
I find random toys scattered throughout the house (it drives me a bit crazy, but it always does make me smile.)
I practice the violin with Megan.
I listen to Bella practice the violin.
I listen to Megan's stories/chatter.
I dislike figuring out what to eat for lunch.
I have a piece of chocolate.



I get my mail.
I try to think of something nice i can do for someone else.
I look forward to hearing my cell phone ding with a text from Adam.



Adam makes me want to be my best self.
I do something creative.
I either post or think about posting on my blog.
I take photographs.
I read.
I check my email.
I take Megan to school.
I think about cutting my hair.
I iron an outfit for Adam (his choosing) to wear the next day.
I have three hours to myself (12:15-3:15 the girls are in school).



I pick up Megan & then Bella and Tess from school .
I love hearing the garage door open and seeing Adam walk up the stairs.
I dance with my girls.
My afternoon from 3-5:30 is packed with kid stuff (dance/violin/homework/etc.).



I make dinner and we eat as a family (i love this time).
All 3 girls help clean up the dinner dishes.
Adam and I get a bit of time to chat as the girls get their playing in .
We say prayers as a family before bed.
My girls go to bed at 7:30pm.



I go from room to room and say goodnight to each one of my girls. (Bella is always busy reading and gives me a big kiss, Tess and I read together, and Megan wants me to lay with her for a bit then tells me to turn out her light and shut her door all the way.)
I get in bed around 9:30pm next to Adam, exhausted, and am grateful I have him.
I thank God for my blessings....for my life.