The responsible thing.

I decided a few months ago to sell both of our bouncy seats in the upcoming garage sale and buy a new one.  I wanted to have at least one new, girly thing for Emma.  I really wanted this.  

Today I was out in the garage, cleaning things up for Saturday.  I took the seats and covers off of two bouncy seats, two car seats, a swing, and an Exersaucer to wash them.  When they came out of the dryer, I was looking at the seat pad of the newer bouncy seat.  I was thinking how it was kind of a waste to sell it for $10 and then turn around and buy a new bouncer for $35.  It's still in really good condition, and even has the toy bar that goes with it (not that we used it much). 

So, I'm going to do the responsible thing and keep the newer bouncy seat and not buy a new one.  Besides, there are better things I could buy with that $35.  Like this.  Or this.  Or a portion of this.  It's all about perspective, right?

Some things never change...

I think I've said this before.  But Zeke is a climber.  It doesn't matter what there is to climb on, he will climb it.  He is very careful when he climbs, but sometimes accidents happen.  His favorite place to climb is on our video chest up to the window sill, where he sits and looks out the window.  Well, I took this picture of him on Tuesday afternoon, standing on the window sill.  

He was checking out the cows that are back in the field behind our house.  Shortly after I took this picture, he decided to turn around while still standing on the sill.  Right after I told him to be careful, that he was going to fall, his foot slipped.  And sure enough, he fell.  Feet hit the video chest, belly hit the edge, head hit the floor.  He was just fine (he's gotta' be tough with Tyner for a brother).  But after telling Jason about the fall, we decided that it was time to move the video chest. We were concerned that if he fell off of one certain side of the chest, he would hit the corner of the TV cabinet (you can sort of see it on the left side of the picture).  We moved the video chest to another wall, and put his toys in front of the window.

Then I took this picture today:

I guess it doesn't matter what furniture is where.  The kid is gonna' find a way to get on the window sill.  He has even used his little ride-on toy to try to climb up there.

*sigh*  This kid is gonna' be an adventure.  And he might just give his Daddy a heart attack someday.

A new project.

I haven't officially started on this project yet, but I took the first step today.  I plan on making a Sheepy Sack or two for Emma to wear at night.  I'm going to use wool yarn, so it will not only be pajamas, but it will be her diaper cover as well.  I bought some yarn a while back online, and today I actually knitted a little bit of it.  I made a test swatch so that I could see what my gauge was for the yarn.  I did that so I would know what size knitting needles to order so that the finished product will be the right size.  I thought I'd share a picture of the test swatch, just so you could see the pretty colors of the yarn.  So here it is:

Now I just need to start looking for some more pretty yarn to knit up another one...

The new truck.

So that's Jason's new truck.  The angle is a little weird, I know.  The bed really isn't miniature.  It is a 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4 doors, seats six, 4-wheel drive, 58000 miles.  Nothing inside is automatic (windows, door locks, etc.), but it's got a radio and a CD player.  The Jeep had neither of those, so Jason is happy as a clam.  It fits all of us really well, and will even after the baby comes.  It was in great condition when we bought it.  No scratches, excellent interior.  There are a few scratches on the back passenger door now, from the dumb dog jumping up on it, but Jason thinks he can buff those out. 

We are trying to sell the Jeep.  It would be nice to keep it for hunting, but it would be even nicer to have the money.  LOL (they really need to have some smilies on here...).

Okay.  I think I'm done posting for the day.  I hope this will hold you all off for another few weeks.

My Boys

Here are some more pictures I took yesterday.  Sierra was at school, so it's just the boys in these.

A picture I made Tyner let me take.  He just looked so old in his new tanktop and his t-ball hat.

The guys working on the tractor.  I love how Zeke is all shoved up in between them, trying to see what is going on.

Tyner playing on the trailer while the guys work.  Zeke is wondering how to get up there.

And here is Tyner trying to help Zeke get up on trailer.  I really love this picture for some reason.  

And this is the view I usually have of Zeke when we are outside.  Him walking on to the next thing.

He loves bikes.  I've had to stop him several times from trying to climb on Sierra's big bike.  For now, he enjoys this one, even though the back wheels always hit his feet when he tries to go forward.
Okay, that's my boys outside.  

It's long overdue....

Okay, okay.  I know.  It's been forever since I posted anything.  I'm sorry.  I've been busy.  With what you ask?  Well, life.  Kids.  Chores.  Crafty stuff.  Oh, and The Diaper Pin.  I'll be honest.  I'm on there quite a bit.  But I thought I'd share some pictures of the crafty stuff I've been busy with.  So here they are, in the order I finished them:

This is a blanket I started crocheting for the baby (before we knew it was a girl).  After we found out the gender, I decided I wanted a more girly colored blanket.  So I decided to finish this one up and give it to a friend for her baby shower.  The yarn for the new blanket should hopefully be here today, so I will share pictures when I get that done (if I don't finish it in Washington).

This is Zeke's summer fleece stash that I sewed.  These aren't just his shorts, they are also what we use as diaper covers most of the time.  The two on the far left are his nighttime diaper covers that I bought.  One still has the winter legs on it.  The sage green and orange pairs don't get worn very often, as they were made from a pattern that doesn't fit very well.  I might do those colors over with the new pattern.  I've also got a few more colors I'd like to do, but I need to get the fleece for them.  You will see Zeke in these shorts a lot this summer.

This is a bamboo velour blanket that I dyed and sewed for the baby.  Bamboo velour is soft and squishy and super-cuddly.  The purple came out a little darker than I wanted it to, but that's okay.  It is looking a little North Kitsap HS for my tastes, though.

I wasn't going to make anymore of these fitted pocket diapers, 'cause we just really don't use them.  But Jason found this material at WalMart and asked me if I could make a diaper out of it.  Of course I couldn't say no.  So this is our USMC diaper.  It is lined with red flannel.

Here are some pictures I took of the kids yesterday.  I will add a little update on each kid with their picture.

Sierra is doing great.  She is actually very sad that school will be over in two weeks.  She is looking forward to our visit to Washington, though, and to taking swimming lessons this summer.

Tyner was ready for school to be over months ago.  He spends most of his time at home outside looking for bugs or next door visiting GG.  He is still my wild and loud boy, but he has grown up quite a bit in the last few months.

Zeker is getting way too big, way too fast.  He talks a lot, just like Sierra did.  He is our first real climber, but he is really careful when he does climb.  He is obsessed with his Papa, and asks to see him at every opportunity.  He is our little clown, and he loves making everyone laugh.

I thought I'd finally share a belly picture.  I am now 28 weeks.  Only 12 more to go!  I can't believe it's gone so fast.  At my last appointment, the baby was still laying sideways, which all my other kids have done.  I'm not worried yet, and won't be unless she hasn't moved in a few months.  I'm feeling great, except for the occasional non-pregnancy related illnesses.  I finally found my box of maternity clothes (I lost them somewhere in the garage), so no more big t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts.  People are finally starting to realize how pregnant I really am.
Okay, I think that's it.  Oh, I forgot to post a picture of Jason's new truck.  The picture I took yesterday is still on my camera though, so I'm not going to worry about it right now.  Maybe in another three weeks.... LOL!

Okay, Zeke is on the table banging the salt and pepper shakers together, so I should go.  Bye!!!

***ETA:  In case you were wondering, I edited out all my stretch marks and my funky tattoo on my belly picture.  Oh, the joys of modern technology!***

To Do list for Monday

I thought I would post my To Do list for today.  But since there is so much on that list, and such a short amount of time to do it in, I thought I might just post a picture of it.  I'll have you know, though, posting a picture isn't nearly as satisfying as coming back and crossing things off as I get them done.  But I will be crossing them off on my paper list, so maybe I will come back tonight and add a picture of my updated list.  So, here it is:

We are going back to Medford today, after we pick Sierra up at school at 1:15, to pick up Jason's new truck (more on that later), so I have quite a bit of stuff to get done before then.  

Priority jobs today are:

-Dishes

-Getting the hamburger meat repackaged and in the freezer

-Doing the checkbook

-Using the kefir in the fridge to make muffins

-Stripping all of our bamboo diapers

Okay, my bowl of Kix is gone, so I better get busy!  

Appliqued Fleece Soakers

Here is my latest completed project.  Well, it's the first I've made of these, but I'm sure I will make more.  I sewed up these fleece soakers and hand-stitched on some fleece appliques.  

First is a newborn size soaker for Emma with a cute pink heart on the bum.

This is Zeke's soaker, with a hand made hedgehog.  (Thanks to a great 'Pin mama for the idea!).
Close-up of the hedgehog.
I've got plans for a bright green pair of shorts with a dark gray elephant on the leg, bright blue shorts or soaker with an orange goldfish on it, and black shorts or soaker with bright blue, green, and red stars on it.

Now to find t-shirts to match all this stuff I want to make....

To Do on Wednesday

Yes, yes, I know.  I'm seriously lacking in the posting department.  And now all I can come up with is a To Do list?  It's sad, I know.  I promise, I have some pictures and videos that I'm going to post today someday.  Until then, you'll have to feast your eyes on my List:

-Dishes

-Checkbook

-Tidy up after Zeke lays down

-Clean bathrooms

-Call car place for Jason

-Make hummer food/Fill feeder/Hang outside

-Upload/Edit/Upload/Post pictures and videos

-Laundry

   *Sort

   *Colors

-Prep diapers one more time

-Figure out LL order Not putting in an order right now. Don't need to spend the money.

-Pick a dang diaper bag already! JuJuBe Be Prepared. Someday.

-Write an email

-Get DirecTV stuff in an envelope to mail

Okay, like always, that's it for now.  I will be back to add stuff as I think of it.

Say hello to Emmalee Jae!

Sorry it took so long to get these up.  

Here are the 3-D ultrasound pictures of our new baby girl. 

We were stuck on the name Claire Jae for a while, but then I changed my mind.  LOL!  Jason's mom mentioned the name Emma, which I really liked.  So for a few days it was Emma Jae.  But then I started thinking again.  

Sierra Beth has my name.

Tyner Joseph has Papa's nickname.

Ezekiel Ray has Dad's name and Grandma's middle name.

Emma Jae is for Jason's name.  

But nothing of Mom ever made it in there.  And of course I want my mom in there somewhere.  So I was thinking I liked Emmalee Jae.  We might just call her Emma.  But if we use her whole name, it will be pronounced just like Emily.  There wouldn't be any emphasis on the Emma part if we use the full name.

So what do you think?