More Projects

Antique Stool: I found this stool in my Dads garage one day and fell in love with it. I asked him if I could have it and of course he let me. I had my husband once again powder coat it. He had to sand blast all the old paint off first. I would have kept it's originality because it was the perfect teal and rustic number. However, Doug didn't know I was keeping it like that and he decided to use it as a base to spray paint something. Anyways, I got over it and we took another route. This is it. I wish I had a before picture but I forgot. :( I'm not sure just what I'm going to do with it but I'll think of something I'm sure.

Latter Shelf: My Dad made me this latter shelf for Christmas one year and it has been my favorite thing. I was getting sick of all the black in my house so I wanted to repaint it. Don't mind the hideous paint towel.

Before

After

I was going for a burnt orange but I'm not sure if it's that. I used a light brown glaze over it and for not it will do the job. Not exactly how I'd decorate but it's a needed shelf. Not one I can use for decor.

Relaxing

I had to put Paisley down while I did something really quick and she had rolled onto her stomach and was just relaxing sucking on her fingers. It was quite humerous. I love this girl! She is growing so fast and I'm going to miss this stage.

I know it's picture overload but I can't help it. She's too cute:)

Good Morning Sleepy Head

When Paisley and I woke up this morning I couldn't help but laugh. Her hair was a mess. It was like a little Mow Hawk and I was loving it. She obviously didn't know anything about it but just smiled brightly. What a little doll!

Uh......?

I asked Doug if he'd put Paisley in her pajamas and he willingly accepted the job and did so. Well...the next day the 3 of us go in her room and I find this..... I asked him what happened and he smiled saying, "Oh shoot!" He had forgotten to throw away her dirty diaper and put her dirty clothes in the laundry. It's okay...I forgive him. Just another proud wife and mother moment. It actually makes me laugh. No anger-just humor.

Dad Vacuuming

Paisley was sitting on the couch just watching dad as he vacuumed. She is very observant and would smile when we talked to her.

And I must say...Doug is one of the best vacuumers I've ever seen. :)

Another Sunday

We had to wake Paisley up from her nap because it was time to go to church. We adore these moments when she sleeps on our shoulders. They are priceless and so fun.

She finally woke up so we snatched some more family pictures. Doug is absolutely crazy about this little one and she absolutely loves her Dad :)

I love my little family

Quick Fact: When we are the Wal-Mart or some store and Paisley falls asleep in her car seat, Doug will get her out just so she can sleep on his shoulder because he LOVES it!

Greatest Moments

I'm choosing to blog about this now because it still so fresh in my mind. Little Paisley fell asleep in my lap after feeding just like she does most of the time. I love seeing her little beautiful body cuddled up next to mine. Her skin so smooth and her legs nice and chunky. Her little lips tucked around her binki and her little hair so soft. I love how peaceful she looks and her little eyelids closed and dreaming. I love her little ankle bones and tiny feet. She is so amazing. I pick her up and move her around so she fits perfectly in my arms. Her little groans as I move her body makes my heart melt. As I take her to her crib I kiss her little cheeks. I feel so calm and take in every breath. This is the greatest moment....to be a mother. I smile and even laugh a little. She is so safe in my arms and I can't stop kissing her. There are millions of people in the world and SHE WANTS ME! :)

Grandma to the Rescue

Grandma came home from school and Paisley was asleep but it never stops a Grandma from doing what she loves most. I don't think to take pictures in times like this but luckily it came to my attention that I needed to. So precious. **

This next picture has a story.

My mom was in her bedroom but could hear Paisley talking really loud and making a lot of noise in by my sisters and me. My mom came in to her rescue because she knew exactly what was wrong. She picked her up and Paisley fell right to sleep. My mom said she could hear Paisley and knew what she wanted because she remembered when her kids were small .....when they did this-they were tired. It's a good thing we have Grandmas to help take care of us.

TWINNERS

NO...not Kari....TIA!

So I was in St. George on Wednesday when Mandi and Russ and their kids came. Tia walks in the door and we are wearing the exact same thing. What a crack up! Everything from our hair pulled back, black shirt, the white cami underneath and the holes in the shorts! Everything except skin color that is! ;)

Believe it or not....I have this Batman shirt too. Haha!!

Okay...so I had to prove it!

Anyways...

These girls are so much fun and are growing like crazy!

Binki

Paisley and I were in our way down to St. George on Wednesday when I captured this photo. First...a little bit about it....

I always try to time my drive around when she'll be taking a nap. We wake up and get ready, hang out and then when I can tell she's getting tired I make sure to feed her well and then we are in the car and on our way. I give her the binki and let her fall asleep but now she plays with it for a while and takes it out of her mouth and tries to put it back in. The majority of the time she isn't successful and when she does get it in she pulls it right back out with her finger that fits perfectly in the hole. Well, this time I look back to fix the binki and I can't get it out of her mouth unless I were to pull hard but she had fallen asleep and seemed to be fine with it.

This is how she got it in and slept. It was so precious but yet broke my heart. I was driving and yet had to capture this picture with the one hand behind my back.

This was the best I could do. I just love you Paisley.

Shots Again :(

5 months and 8 days old

This morning we went into COLOR COUNTRY PEDIATRICS for Paisleys 4 month check up and shots because we had to keep rescheduling due to Dr. Neilson being out of town and then us being out of town and etc.... even though she was 5 months old...not 4.

She was so tired and ready for her nap by her 10:20 appt but she hung in there. We picked up Dad from work and we were on our way. She smiled the whole way there and even in the Doctors office. They listened to her heart and checked her ears and eyes...the whole time not making a fuss or even being skwirmy. She just looked at them wondering what they were doing but not making a peep. She even smiled at them.

But then came time...she did pretty good with the liquid meds and coughed a little but we got through. Time for shots...2 quick pricks and she CRIED. As soon as I picked her up she stopped. Doug begged to hold her to comfort her so he took her from me and even with watery eyes she smiled. A little moan of sadness here and there for about 10 seconds but she was doing good. Doug gave her the bottle I had pumped just in case and she enjoyed that. When we got back in the car she was still smiling and within just minutes she was asleep with her binki. Glad shots are over.....well, until 6 more weeks. She is a little trooper and we are so proud of her. Even the Doctors commented on the mellow baby she was. We are blessed to have her.

Weight: 15 lbs 6 oz. 56%

Height: 26 3/4 in. 94%

Head Circumference: 16 1/2 in. 50%

The car ride home

Asleep in her crib

Weekend in Delta

Cousins

Paisley and Brylee together. These 2 gals are only 2 1/2 months apart. It will be so much fun when they can run around together.

Brylee & Paisley

...and Britton :)

Toys........................

Paisley had fun in Connors little toy but eventually wanted out!!

It's not really often she gets mad like this...haha!

Chopping down the Apple Tree

We always take pictures of our kids but I couldn't help thinking how dang cute my husband was so I had to capture a few pictures of him chopping down Grandma Deb's apple tree. He is such a hard worker and a wonderful man. He was such a big help and it was so fun to watch him. I'm so blessed to have him in my life. I love this man!

PJ had fun watching too

Sunglasses

Aunt Devyn had fun with Paisley and her sunglasses. Paisley didn't seem to mind them either and wore them proudly. :)

We had so much fun in Delta like always and can't wait to go back.