At Last, At Last

Last June, Dennis and I decided, well I guess you could say I persuaded Dennis, that it was time for some new furniture in our front room. We've had these same hand-me-down, love seat and sofa since we lived in Lehi and I believe they were handed down to those we got them from. . . . it was time. After looking all over we settled on a sectional piece for the basement. Not what I was going for exactly but much needed none-the-less. Anyway, when I finally found a set for our living room that I really liked I wanted to get a good deal on it which meant waiting until probably July 4th or 24th, so long story short, six months later, we looked again and finally settled on another set -- which I like much better --, so we ordered it then and there and now . . . it's here. *Note to self: always pay the little bit extra and let them deliver it for you, then your don't have to borrow a co-workers truck and trailer, accidentally break off the tale light, thus needing to replace said tale light with the help of a trusty neighbor mechanic. The end!

Her Preferences

It's funny that Bonnie can crawl now, but she really doesn't want to. She prefers, instead, to walk around the furniture and walls. I think she's going to be a fast walker.

Klondike Derby

Last Friday Jacob left for his first Klondike. He was really excited to go, but a little nervous when he found out that Dennis wasn't going with him. I was probably more nervous than he was. This was a first for both of us and neither of us really knew what to expect. I was worried about him all night and so glad to see him when he got back! He loved every minute of it and said that everyone was nice and got along although he did get a little cold, I think because he had a damp sock on.

There was a big tent set up for them to sleep in and all sorts of fun activities. When the boys my age did this I remember hearing about them actually digging snow caves and sleeping in that. Might have added some to my nerves! It's so nice having a scout camp just up Payson Canyon that they can go to.

They had lots of activities for the boys. There were about 10, 11-13 year old scouts, from our ward and four adult leaders. They competed in a team, dog sled race. They shot 22's at the gun range, had fun shooting sling shots with dog food amo at tin plates in the trees, and throwing spears at seals that were spray painted in the snow. They did map and compass exercises and some winter safety training.

One of the scouts gave Jacob a pear to eat and when he took a bite it just didn't feel right. This scouts' sister had put a fake pear in his lunch as a joke! I guess if that's the most mischief that comes from these scout outings I'll feel much better about them in the future.

Sweet Dreams

In case you can't read the journaling it says: Bonnie started doing this a couple weeks ago. She does it when she is ready to take a nap and falls asleep like this. It’s a great tell tale sign and so cute too! I think I remember seeing an ultrasound image of her in this position too.

Big Month 4 Bonnie

This month she started saying "mamamama", crawling across the floor, standing on her own for a few seconds, and walking along the furniture. She likes to tear up books, and magazines, playing with toys that make noise and daddy throwing her up in the air. She is even eating a lot more as long as it's table food and nothing mushy, she hates mashed potatoes, but she loves spaghetti, rice, peas, raisins, cheerios and especially pears!!! Working on that thumb and pointer finger action.

She has become a little shy with strangers and tucks her face into my shoulder when people talk to her, but she comes back up smiling because she still likes the attention. The other day I gave her a little doll to hold and she held it up to her shoulder and gave it a hug. She also gave a little bear a kiss. It was so cute! Can't believe she's doing those things already! She also found the tupperware cupboard. She likes to find things in that special drawer and pulls things out whenever the door is open.

Still no teeth yet which means healthier baby teeth when they do show up. Maybe she will beat Jacob and wait until after her first birthday to get her first tooth. Guess we'll have to wait and see.

*Update: Bonnie weighs 16lbs and is 27.5 inches long.

Check Lists

I've always been one for lists. I like to see what I've accomplished. I've been working on a very large list these past couple weeks.

clean carpets upstairs
move love seat downstairs
get rid of old couch
put away Christmas stuff
sort junk drawers
shred old papers
file 2010 papers
organize toy room
upload 2009 picture
print pictures
exchange portraits
hang forsythia vines
plan garden boxes
start seeds
clip forsythia branches
start bulbs

I also have some home decorating projects to get going on. Right now I'm working on the girls bathroom. They have decided that they want butterflies with blue, purple and pink colors. We have some couches coming hopefully this week and Dennis found some really good cupboards for the laundry room and garage that he is going to start installing. It seams never ending, but it's great to see the work finally done. We really need to work on a budget thought or this is going to get out of control. Either that or hoping for a very quick spring. Then I'll find myself working more outside and that is always less expensive than these home improvement projects. It's all about getting through the winter though.

Special Girl