Exuberant

It took me awhile to think of one word for Cooper. He is all emotions at any given moment. And every one of those emotions he lives out to the fullest! He puts all of his energy into whatever it is he's focused on and does not want to be interrupted or helped. He plays with abandon, but doesn't want to be left alone. He shrieks with anger and pouts for a kiss. Toys with danger while clutching his blue silky. Wouldn't it be great to just BE what we felt and not what we felt we need to be?

Introspective

Jackson seems wise beyond his years some days. Caring and thougthful. Loving and giving. He wants to know everything about everything, from God to pillbugs. I wish I knew more grownups like him.

Embarazada!

Yep, that's right! We found out we will adding another little Lavender to our family!

Scrappin' It

Jason took Jackson all day Saturday for a "guy day"- breakfast at the Shady Grove downtown, tailgating at U.T. and exploring our friends ranch in San Marcos. Cooper got to hang out with Aunt Peace, and totally wear her out. I got to go and scrap for 6 hours straight. So fun hanging out and talking/eating/scrapping. Thanks Karen for being such a great hostess!

And one more project that I didn't around to finishing ( did I mention the talking and eating ? ), but here is a sneak peak...

Extreme Makeover- Wreath Edition

Not long after Jason and I were married, his mom treated me to one of her custom wreaths. She is known near and far for her wreaths! It was fun going to Hobby Lobby together and picking out all the stuff. She went home and put it all together, and I got to hang it on my door! I love it. Thanks Sandra! It has been on my front door (s) for probably the last 6 years during fall/halloween. It has seen quite a few trick or treaters...

After being enlightened with the Nester's tips ( yes I am obsessed ) and P.O.O.P.I.E awareness, I felt it was time to revamp my trusty wreath. It was overloaded with P.O.O.P.I.E offensive materials and it was getting a bit droopy... I don't think I could ever pull off one of her wreaths, but I can drool.

Before: Remember, we are examining the WREATH. I think Jackson had a poopie of his own going on...what's up with that expression?

( I'd just like to note that if you look closely, my fingernails are painted.

So much spare time then! But we are looking at the wreath! )

After: Same 6 year old P.O.O.P.I.E. picks from Hobby Lobby-just all stuffed together. I added the pumpkins, nest, and a feathery looking thing. Probably spent about $5. Yes!

The Munchkins

I suspect a few Grandma's might be needing a sugar fix...

Love this idea from Martha Stewart and the Glitter Lady. So many projects, so little time...