Crafty

So I saw something kind of like this a long time ago but finally got the supplies and busted it out for Ellie's new room :) just wanted to share it!

So fun being a momma!

Well I haven't posted in a while so I thought it was about time. Its been about a month that I have been enjoying being a stay at home mom. At first I was a little bored because I am used to being go go go but I have been doing a pretty good job of keeping busy. The problem now is that I have to remember to "take it easy" otherwise the little one inside tells me that I am working too hard and that's not very fun! I don't remember being this easily worn down last pregnancy but I was recallinging that for a while I had pneumonia so I might have naturally been taking things easier. Or maybe this little one is just a little more sensitive. :)

Jordan's internship is going great. He really enjoys the people he works with and all the experience he is getting. His internship is about half way over but we are expecting a job offer at the conclusion. He's thinking he would like to do part time work with full time school but we will have to see how things play out.

In our free time we are starting to work on finishing the "play room" as a new room for either Ellie or the baby. Not sure which one yet but I am looking forward to getting to decorate since I haven't really gotten to do that with Ellie's current room. Good thing Jordan is so handy so he can do a bunch of the room by himself or just ask for a few tips from either of our parents.

I know Jordan misses Ellie all day but I try to send him lots of pictures and texts reminding him that we love him. It also helps me to remember to document lots of Ellie so here is one of her after just waking up and eating some Cheerios.

She is so stinking cute!

This little girl just loves to chat all day and its adorable. This was just one morning laying on the bed. :)

Ellie has been walking for about 2 weeks now and she is a pro! She loves to just roam around the house so I have to keep things nice and tidy and kid proof. I'm sure some people would laugh seeing all of our kitchen rags being strung through the cabinet handles to keep them closed but it works!

We had a fun 4th of July spent with the Ross and Holman families. We went to a parade in Murray and then lounged at Justine and Eric's house playing cards and such until BBQ time. All of the food was delicious. I was in charge of dessert so I make blue cupcakes with white frosting and red sprinkles. The picture didn't turn out that great but here it is.

               Isn't she just adorable in her 4th of July outfit that mom got for her? Spoiled. Spoiled.

            By this time she did not want to get her picture taken. This is the best family shot we got ha ha

Alright, so this post is already huge but I wanted to include a little something about what I have been reading in my scriptures. In Alma, where King Lamoni's father gets converted and allows the missionaries throughout all of the land and tons of people get converted, has been making me think of missionary work today. I include in my prayers for hearts of leaders to be softened and missionaries to go into their countries but I don't think I really saw it happening like I can now. Many of the countries have hard hearted leaders and may even be a people that hate America or the LDS religion, but think of how passionately the Lamanites hated the Nephites. I believe peoples hearts can change and that we need to pray for that with great faith that the Lord will provide a way in his time. Just some thoughts :)

We are so very excited to see the Findley family in the near future! Drive safe and be ready to party. We love you all. Hope your summers are fantastic!!!!