Pumpkin Patch

 On the tractor with Cousin Park and my kiddos!

Sometimes we do fun things... besides the usual fun things.  It was a cold day, but the kids didn't care because they had warm apple cider doughnuts to look forward to. 

Cutest little Bread Baker EVER!

Cousin's

This is Deacon's best friend in the whole world.  They are quite the pair... a little mischevious but all in all it is a good relationship.  Watch out world!

In Rememberance of 9-11

Union Picnic

The dues we pay to the union are sort of like having our own time share for a day of fun at a park.  They provide games, prizes, food, and fun for the kids and adults.  It would be silly to miss it, so we didn't and here are a few of the fun things that the kids got and I added to the Halloween/dress up box.  And Dustin won a $50.00 gift card to Fred Meyer.  Its hard for him to spend money on himself, but he managed okay after asking me about a hundred times what I wanted.  (what a thoughtful guy right!)

dishwasher liquid

Sayward’s Homemade Liquid Detergent Recipe
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup liquid castile soap
2 tablespoons pure lemon juice (not concentrate)
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon washing soda
**10-15 drops antibacterial essential oil, if using an unscented castile
extra white vinegar for the rinse cycle
In a small saucepan, combine water and vinegar over medium heat. Bring to just boiling and then reduce to low heat. Add each additional ingredient, one at a time, whisking as you go. Make sure everything is dissolved before removing from heat.
Allow to cool and then transfer to a storage container. When completely cooled the solution will separate into two layers, so shake it up real good before use.

Little Man's 6th

Well... we know how to throw a party!  This little dude wants to take KARATE lessons, so we let the family know and guess what!  He is now enrolled in a 4 week class.  He may never win a KARATE tournament, but He'll have great memories of when he took KARATE and got to wear that cool white outfit!

I was so excited when I was able to talk Deacon into Water games instead of a PINATA!  I love to make them, but sometimes mom just needs a break from huge projects the same week that school has started, being called as Young Women's President, and a birthday party of one totally cute boy!  I know I know... I am totally LAME...... but a woman has got to sleep!