Spring Break

We had such a nice Spring Break. The weather was perfect for a hike. One day we took off with the Morgenegg family and explored Ijams Nature Preserve. These are some pictures from our fun day!

Homemade Gift!

I was so happy to go to the mail box the other day and find a little package for me. My beautiful sister-in-law, Ashley, sent me a homemade gift. I played the "pay it forward" game on her blog and she made me the cutest little pin cushion I have ever seen! Thanks Ashley! You made my day! I can't wait to send you your homemade gift. You were really fast! I will make no promises when mine will get to you, but I do know what I am going to send to you...and to Kristy! There is still one spot open on my post for a homemade gift from me. Don't all jump at once. I know more of you are dying to play.

American Idol

This is a post for all of you American Idol fans. I was so grossed out by Adam's performance tonight! Ugh! He reminds me of a drag queen. The black nail polish and the make-up has got to go. He broke all of the rules by changing up "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash. I really hope that this is not the person America picks this year.

I do really like Danny, Kris, Matt G, Megan, Alexis, and Allison. I especially loved Kris's performance of "To Make You Feel My Love." That song is so beautiful. I first heard from a singer named Adele. Megan's quirkiness is great! I loved her performance tonight. I'd like to know what some of you think. Most of all, I want to know who your favorites are. I won't hold it against you if you like Adam. It seems like he has a lot of fans.

Talent Show!

Yesterday was our annual talent show at the church. All of the kids were so cute and performed very well. Matthew played two songs on the recorder. He is so excited to be able to play an instrument.He loves to practice. I enjoy it when he goes into the sunroom and closes the door to practice. Just joking! I'm really proud of him!

Benjamin danced.I was so surprised that Ben would ham it up and dance for a crowd.I thought it was so cute! Thanks to Brock who helped him. Brock was in the back holding up cue cards for Ben.This is my first time posting a video. I hope it works! Enjoy!

Short Hair Again!

I debated about posting a picture of myself with my new haircut. I feel like a dork. It's really hard to take your own picture. Here is a side view of my new haircut. I feel so much better! It's so liberating! I was so sick of my long hair. Straightening it all of the time was really bringing me down. Jessica begged me to grow it out, and I did. Now I'm back to what is easiest for me to manage. Yay!

Pay it forward!

Spreading Sunshine (from Ashley)

The first three people to respond to this post will get something made by me! Made with tons of love just for you! It might be a fun sewing project, a sweet letter to you from me, or some yummy goodies, you might be surprised what you get! Give it a try! The catch? You must re -post this on your blog and offer the same to the first 3 people who do the same on your blog. The first 3 people to do so and leave a comment, win a lovely little treat for themselves! Have Fun! Ready........Set............Go!

Love Poems

My kids asked me what I wanted for my birthday. I told them that I would love for each of them to write me a poem or a song. Benjamin went right to work. He presented me with this poem:

Roses are red.
You are The best MOM ever.
You smell like roses.
And I love you

How sweet is that! I'm so glad to still have one child young enough to write such a cute little poem.

Matthew also wrote me a poem not long ago. It wasn't for my birthday. I think he wrote it to apologize to me. Here it is:

MOM
by Matthew Stoner

Mom is the best
When she stays home and rests
When I'm in trouble
She is there by the double.
I am happy I have a mom like this!
Because I wouldn't want one that would go amiss