SPRING???

We get hints of spring. I guess it is full blown spring. The flowers are all out, the sun is shining, the rain doesn't freeze. I have yet to wear sandals. I have cold feet anyway, so I have to make sure it is pretty warm to wear sandals!!

Last week was teacher appreciation week. I got a couple of thoughtful gifts. I am loving this one though. It is just happy to see!


I am not typically known for keeping these kinds of plants alive. We'll see how it goes. I must admit - I got a green leafy plant last March - it is still alive and looking good. It has been over a year and still looks good. I was given another cool looking plant in February. The tag said it was tropical and "delicate." I gave it to my sister, it had no chance with me! Of course it is doing well and looking good. Houseplants just aren't my forte. Loving all the tulips that around the neighborhood.

Only 3 days until the race is over and I can't wait!!

Mother's Day Treat

I am a few weeks behind on my weekly blog goal. So, I will make up for it by posting several times today. I have something I could share, but get too lazy!! I am so tired when I get home- those kids really wear me out.

Anyway, on to my story. We were invited to my mother in laws for dinner. I was asked to bring a treat. I searched all over and found a recipe she was sure to love. Here it is...

Fudgy Peppermint Truffle Cake

So, I got the ingredients and started making it. Well, it came out of the oven, and I went to flip it out, and a huge mess is all I got. It didn't come out all pretty and perfect like the picture. So, I had 30 minutes before we left to figure something out. Hum...... Got it.
Scooped them into mugs.....


and topped it with some cool whip. Looks just like a cup of hot cocoa. It looked great, tasted great, and everyone loved it. That was quick thinking on my part!!!

The J Man

I don't want you thinking this is J's blog, because it isn't - it is mine. (He has his own!!!) But he is just so cute - I can't resist. He was staying at my house while his parents went to the BYU Art Museum. Once he found my baskets, he just wanted in and wouldn't get out. He still fits, barely, but I can't imagine it is comfortable. He had treats - in his basket, read books - in his basket and just chilled - in his basket. Not sure what the obsession was, but he loved being in it.

Easter Fun

My parents were able to come up for some Easter fun.






My mom had the week off for spring break. We had a great time. While they were here, we were able to see the Carl Bloch exhibit. It was very neat. We had a great Easter together. We worked, shopped, played and visited. And of course, no family get together is complete without homemade ice cream... even if it was raining outside.

Spring Break Adventures

I am a bit late on this post, but that is ok.

I was busy the whole week of spring break. First, I helped my older sister make some wedding favors for her sister in law. It was pretty simple, and very elegant looking. Inside the boxes were oreo and peanut butter truffles. I love these! However, making 80 was a bit more labor intensive than any of us expected.


We did a lot of shopping. J was such a trooper!


He loves P to read books to him.

Then we left for a weekend of fun in Moab.

Spring Decor

Even though it is snowing outside right now, I still have hopes that spring is coming. I changed out my window drapes, which I do frequently. The purple flowers have sprung. The banner is a bit easterish, but that's ok. Easter is late this year. I actually love how the wreath turned out. The flowers were super simple to make. Loving it!



And the best news.... I am on spring break for a week. I have some little plans of things to do and clean... (Is it still called spring cleaning when it is snowing outside?) Anyway, a week off will be fantastic!

Animal Sounds Book

I decided to make a little animal sounds book, using my cricut. My nephew is learning animal sounds, so I can't wait for him to see it. These are just a few of the pages. I bound them together, but need to get a bigger binding. The pages don't flip very easily. I really like how it turned out.