Happy Halloween!

Love, Harry and Draco.


Yesterday we had a super fun trunk or treat at the church... Todd and the Young Men were in charge of the spooky science lab. I'd say he has a little craft in him afterall. I was super proud!


We waited in line for what seemed like FOREVER for the hay ride but the boys loved it!

{Boot-licious!!!

I love Conference weekend. I love OCTOBER Conference weekend. I am always ready to watch Conference, be inspired and hang out with my family. Mom and I usually do some kind of craft and this year we decided to *surprise* each other and just show up with something fun to make. Well, I guess I should back up because I was in Utah in September for my niece's baptism and I can't go to Utah and NOT go to Tai Pan Traders. I love that store! I was a little short on time so I just ran in really quick and of course found a million things that I loved, but the item at the top of my list was a Halloween witch boot filled with funky flowers. It was a little spendy (like $125.00 spendy, ouch!) so I passed, BUT not before I called my mom to tell her how darling it was. So, fast forward one month later and mom came up with an over-the-top WAY cuter rendition of the witch boot that I saw in Utah. It's funky, glitzy and just my kind of Halloween decor! Thanks for a super fun project mom!

{Official...

Last weekend I had my first *official* photo shoot. I didn't know this family, they were a referral from a fundraiser that I did last year. I had the best time! I love getting to meet new people and Shawna and Dave were so kind. The kids were just darling and even their dog, Sally was fun to shoot! Here are a few from our session.

{Seriously??

I am in love. It's a little ridiculous... it's a little funky... and it's a little FABULOUS! My latest craze are glitter cups! You would think that I drink a lot of soda. I probably drink more than I should but everything in moderation, right?? I think this will make a great water cup too... and I might just drink a little more now that I can drink it with flare! I have orange and black glitter, bling, cups and everything spooky to make one especially for my favorite time of year! To be continued....

{'Sammy's school...

My little man started preschool today! He's been so excited. Ms. Carol came to our home on Friday to have a 'get aquanted' play date and since then he hasn't stopped talking about 'Sammy's school.' I'm not exactly sure what to do with myself and feel a little naked without someone to constantly be looking after. I just keep reminding myself that it's only 3 hours and there are so many things I can get accomplished in JUST 3 HOURS!!! Hooray!

{Back to School Mom projects!

OK so I do miss my kids, but I'm not going to lie when I say that after 3 months of flying by the seat of our pants I also realized how much I missed routine. I am excited to get back in the gym on a regular basis and start a few projects of my own. So after I complete my homework (ie... paint the entire main floor of my house to cover up all of the sharpie marks and scuffs from balls and shoes) I am ready to tackle a few cute things... Here are a few that I've been eyeing since BEFORE girls camp took over my life!

1. Amy Butlers Weekender Bag (I've heard it's a doosy, but I'm up for the challenge).

2. I have the paint all ready to go for my laundry room, which is currently a burnt orange but will soon look something like House of Smith's pantry! I also love this idea only in a blue/grey. I love how fresh it looks and I could use a few more 'cool' colors in my home.

3. I've got to include something to get me excited for Halloween and these adorable trick or treat bags will do the trick!

{2nd Grade!!!

Here's our big man on his first day of Second Grade!!! I think it's going to be a really great year for him! We met his teacher on Thursday and she seems like a firecracker (in a good way!). She will demand a lot from him, but I am excited to see him step up to the plate. Sammy and I are off to make giant back to school cookies and maybe the pool?? My little Sambo starts preschool on Monday (and then I get to tackle my poor house who suffered so much this summer!).

I found these cute little lunch notes on eighteen25.

My mom always took a picture of our new shoes on the first day of school... the tradition continues!