We're not plumbers.

Sprung a leak this weekend. Didn't know about it til Monday night. Kinda ironic, but we lost just about every remaining book. Dan says they all look well used now, but when you can't separate the pages or the ink has run through so you can actually read between the lines, I doubt they are salvageable.
On a happier note, we have insurance and what a blessing it will be. The adjuster and restoration company came today. 3 more weeks til we can get carpet, but maybe we'll be in by Easter.

The extent of our belongings, wholly exposed and soaked.

My poor cook books.

Other things to be thankful for:
the new carpet wasn't in
hadn't moved the washer and dryer yet
didn't order carpet for the storage room, now insurance will pay for it
brothers and parents who can haul your stuff across town multiple times
it was CLEAN water, not sewage
i'm getting a new-2-me phone

A work in progress ...

There have been a few requests for "before" and "after" pictures.
These are a few of the house- thanks for all the help.

Work.

I never knew that painting a house was so much work. We have had tons of help, and worked for two days and we aren't even close to finishing.
I am so thankful that school was out for Spencer and Sam, they are great. Dallin and Hannah even helped and Dallin brought a crew of his friends. I'll post pictures soon of all the work they are doing. Sam said we were the cheapest employers ever; we are paying them with pizza and sandwiches.
My dad put in a bunch of lights today, I love them, and Bonita has watched the children so I could work. My mom worked on the Master Bedroom today and I'm in love with it. It is exciting to see some things come together.
I am so thankful to live close to family, and I'm even more grateful they are willing to come help.
Thanks!

Patience ...

comes and goes.
We finally closed on the house today.

Phun with Photobooth

Mary and Amy have been sending me photo updates during the work day. Everyone loves it.



I showed this last one to a new guy at work when I said I had a two year old. Great reaction.

She's here!

This is lil' Princess, until she is given a name. Derrick did a great job keeping us posted, it was a lot of fun to follow along. I should mention that Julie did a GREAT job too.

Yeah, my cousin's coming!

She's almost here!
http://mohawkprincess.blogspot.com/

Muffins

M's my lil' chef. She enjoys all kitchen events. Though she isn't very helpful when we do dishes, most other times she is very handy.

Note how many kitchen utensils are used to make muffins, and we haven't even started yet.

Fat

Many comments have been made about how large Abram is. Yes, he is a very big and happy baby, but here are a few pictures of his sister. I think many have forgotten how big she was. He pales in comparison.
Oh, I love fat babies!

Mary

Abraham

Here's the man, he's got a ways to go. Eat up!

Fixation

As many of you know, Mary has a fixation with shoes. And now dresses ... this was today's project, I'll post a picture of M wearing one tomorrow.

Beat that Mo!

note: I didn't say "Princess".

Children,

the reason most of you check this blog.

He didn't even try it ...

Dan's just not a fan.

She does pilates too.

Abraham

Mary does Yoga in her sleep.

Peaceful meditation.

Delicious

Hungry yet?


I figured this blog was for both my failures and successes.

Trifle

A success.

Lil' Chef

Success.

Not so easy dinner.

Long day... so I picked up some hamburgers for dinner.
I tried to keep them warm until Dan got home, bad idea.
As you can see, M still enjoyed her dinner, Dan had to get his own sandwich on the way home from work.
Failed.