2010|11|2

We had fun completing this family fun book together for Ace's homework. I loved watching him sketch something for the question on each page...that's our little artist, so proud.

Self portrait:

What is something fun you do as a family:

What makes you sad (notice Ace's piece of gum in Scarlett's mouth):

What makes you happy:

Us watching a Ben 10 movie together:

Our family:

Things we do together:

2010|11|01

Tonight, Channy Amber & I headed into Estevan to attend the Obviously Chic 1 year anniversary party. Cocktails, appetizers & a fashion show...it was a well attended event and I picked up a few great items from this favorite store. It was great to chat with Jess the owner who I have gotten to know over the past year and coincidentally has the nickname 'Coco'! So glad we put on our fave shoes and took part in the festivities.

Some random guy saw us taking this photo on the street and wanted in on the shoe paparazzi.

2010|10|31

Happy Halloween!

It's been a while since I went Trick or Treating on a Sunday. Ace, Scarlett & I headed out this afternoon together.

Hit the streets with my princess & ghostbuster.

Visited our neighbors house.

Daddy & Coco stayed home to hand out treats.

Visited Auntie Amber's house where Gingie (Kyra) was handing out treats.

THE best costume of the year, Cruella (Rose) & her pups.

Unique Halloween sunset.

Thanksgiving 2010

A few weeks ago my parents hosted Thanksgiving. It was then that we had our very first family of 5 photo taken.

And while the ol' chair was in the backyard the kids had fun taking a few more photos.

Nana cookin' in the kitchen...she is so good at makin' a turkey dinner happen.

And for dessert, I was happy to provide fresh baked apple pie.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2010|10|30

This year for Halloween Scarlett was beautiful Princess Jazmine.

Auntie Amber did her hair and she loved getting her makeup done.,

She wore sparkly purple shoes.

Ace was sresses as a Ghostbuster.

'Who ya gonna call....?'

'Ghostbusters!'

The Glen Ewen family dance was a hit with our kids, they had an awesome time! It was great to hang out with Michelle , Sheri and their families.

Coco & Cruz

2010|10|29

Went to Carnduff tonight to watch the Saskatchewan premier of a friend's movie to start off this Halloween weekend. He stared in The Corrupted...a spooky horror movie. It was great to see Jeremy in this...kuddos to him!

2010|10|28

Awww, Coco & Piper curled up...too cute!

2010|10|27

Getting ready for Halloween.

2010|10|26

Having some warm soup on this very cold day.

2010|10|25

It's getting to be a spooky time of year!

Nana & Her Doggies

Nana with Piper & Kessler

2010|10|24

What a great weekend! Scrapbooking & crafting at the lodge in Kenossee Lake was such a wonderful way to spend some downtime. I'm so lucky to have a family who knows how important it is for this Mommy to take time for herself.

Peggy, who put on the retreat, outdid herself once again! It was so nice to be treated to her meals and goodies like the cinnamon bun bunt cake below. Thanks and I look forward to the next retreat in March 2011.

2010|10|23

Woke up this morning at the Scrapbook Retreat feeling refreshed and less sad about leaving Baby Coco. Cory was great to reassure me they had a good night and he had things totally under control at home...what a great feeling to hear that!

It was great to craft the day away! Took a cupcake break later on...the pumpkin flavored one with cream cheese icing was so yummy!

2010|10|22

I was having mixed emotions about going away this weekend to a Scrapbook Retreat. But once I was on the road, I had such a relaxed feeling and knew it would be so good for me. I got on the highway to travel to Kenossee Lake (about an hour away) and loved the gorgeous sunset I was privileged to see. It made me think I was so lucky to have a sweet husband to take care of all three kids this weekend, even with Coco only being 8 weeks old. I was pretty sad to be leaving Coco especially since she's still nursing. But on the other hand I was glad I booked this trip months ago, for seeing how much a good break would relax me and take me back to my family fresh again.

After I arrived and got unpacked I began working on Monday Night Class kits. I haven't scrapbooked or crafted in a while and I remembered how much I miss it and enjoy it. I was looking forward to a weekend of productive creating among great ladies!!!

2010|10|21

First hockey practice of the year for Ace & Scarlett....AND Coach Cory!

He's happy to be teaching these little ones all about hockey.

I'm pretty proud of him taking on the task especially since he doesn't have any coaching or hockey experience. It will be a fun adventure!

Scarlett & Ace are both enrolled in hockey this year. It's nice they can be in the same age group.

I had a proud Mommy moment when I took Ace up to the ice just as practice was starting. I put him on the ice and off he skated!!! I felt so proud of him and remembered how far he has come with his skating from last year. Way to go buddy...have fun in hockey!

2010|10|20

'When you look at a cupcake, you've got to smile' ~ unknown

Snapped this series of Coco & cupcake photos when Cory surprised me with Crave cupcakes from his trip to Calgary. She had a onsie with a cupcake on it and I just couldn't resist.

She was such a cutie for these photos. Eventually she smooshed the cupcake with her hand and ended up having her first taste of sugar...as you can tell by the photo below.