Maybe you have caught that Brian is down in Florida? I have been snapping more pictures and putting them on instagram so he can see what is going on here. Are you following SimplyBudgeted on Instragram? While you are at it, follow ThisCookinDad on Instagram and catch all of … [Read more...]
Spring: Lilac Blooms
I just can't go Wordless. One of our favorite Spring features in our yard is the lilac blooms. Brian pulled out 13 bushes in front of our house when we moved here. His one request lilac bushes. They sit in front of our dining room bay window and are amazing six years … [Read more...]
We Became THOSE Neighbors
It only sat in the front flower bed for two days. Really. I promise. There is a good reason that this isn't our house any more ... toilet replacement post to come soon. What is the worst thing you have left out in your yard ... for a day ... or two or even three? Leave me a … [Read more...]
This is Happiness …
Some days you actually get to create the gift of happiness. This was Grace showing off her Tooth Fairy pillow that I made over the weekend. She is one excited little girl. (Tutorial to come!) Have you had the opportunity to create the gift of happiness lately? … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday – Holiday Randomness
Our life lately ... Our Church window. Matthew took a rare nap and Brian sent me this picture. The girls did their winter dance recital this week. What is happening in your life? Leave us a comment and let us know! … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Sophie and my iPhone
Sophie was playing games on my phone the other night. I saw her ... all was good. I sure did laugh when I found this and several other pictures of her on my phone though ... I love you ,my Sophie girl! … [Read more...]
Hot Air Balloon Ride over Virginia
My sister took all of these pictures except for the last one that some stranger took and emailed to her when they landed. Her dear husband bought her a hot air balloon ride for her birthday ... her dear husband that is scared of heights. She was so excited! I love the picture … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Patch Visit 2012: Miller Farms Market
We took time earlier this month to visit our favorite pumpkin patch here in Central Virginia. We headed to Miller Farms Market in Orange, VA. It is a drive for us but they only charge you for your pumpkins. A lot places around here charge admission fees and even hayride fees. … [Read more...]
Fall Time: Playing in the Leaves
We only have one tree in our yard that has lots of pretty leaves (we wish we had more for sure!) The kids love it when Brian rakes up the leaves for them to jump and play in together. Here are some pictures of how playing in the leaves at our house goes ... Run … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Pretty but Not Tasty Cake
It was pretty ... it just wasn't tasty. Sometimes there are flops around here. More often they are mine than Brian's! (If you are wondering it was an Angel Food Cake with an Apple Cinnamon Glaze. The glaze was the flop. The cake was great! LOL) Have you had a baking … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Cupcakes
Grace finally had her friend birthday party on Saturday. She insisted on using the Betty Crocker Shake N Pour cupcakes for her party. When she picked the Barbie themed party decorations, I decided the cake stand in the giveaway gift pack was a great fit. (Psst, the giveaway is … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Kings Dominion
We had the opportunity to take the kids to Kings Dominion recently. My brother came along so we equal in the adult to kid ratio. It was a great day of fun! What fun have you been having lately? Leave us a comment and let us know! … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Mud … Tough Mud … Tough Mudder
Brian participated in the Tough Mudder in Maryland on Saturday. This the picture he sent me to my phone after the race. Thankfully he was slightly cleaner when he got home ... oh and the goatee is finally gone!!;) Do you enjoy the mud races or do think these guys are … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: First Day of Preschool
Yesterday, Sophie and Matthew started preschool. Sophie is a half day transitional Kindergarten program that meets 5 days a week. Matthew is in a half day program that meets 2 days a week for three year olds. Sophie beyond excited ... Matthew not so much. Sophie likes to … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: 6th Birthday for Grace
Grace's 6th Birthday was last Friday. She had a little family party the week before at my parent's house where she picked a Hello Kitty theme. Cake by Chamber's Cakery! We ordered her birthday cake from Sam's Club so we get a full sheet cake to share at a church dinner. … [Read more...]
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