A Little Of This...

And A Little Of That



We had our first turn with our little visitor. I'm going to need to come up with a blog name for him- I think I'm going to have the boys work on that. That is Mark's hand in the picture. As of right now, everyone is very anxious for "their turn" to help out. I hope that sticks! :) 

Getting out and walking the dog and the new remote control truck. That's normal- right?


 Doing some cooking. I'm trying to find some good quick breakfast ideas. Jen @ Forever, For Always, No Matter What has some recipes posted.  The bread was such a hit that we have made it twice already. My boys, who are still retraining their tastebuds that were too used to added sugar, are not as sure about the cookies (even though I sprinkled in a few chocolate chips!). I suspect the cookies would be a hit with little ones. 


 Trains are the new thing with the nephews around here. 

And James discovered silly putty. Poor deprived boy!! He's having fun now though. 

Like I said, trains are it right now. :) 

Some cousin time hanging out at the park. 

Comments

  1. PattyAugust 12, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    I NEED to make that bread. Thanks for the reminder :)

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  2. The AdventurerAugust 14, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    I have been out of the loop with our move did you have a BABY! If so congratulations:) I need that bread recipe it looks fantastic:)

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  3. JenAugust 20, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    That bread looks awesome!! Remember the good old days of saving the Michael coupons & then storing up Thomas trains & accessories for Christmas?!

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