The Tree House

Dave's had a fun project he's been working on in his spare time.  Building a tree house for the girls.  They have loved it and it's been a hit in the neighborhood.  He says he's not done because he wants to add another level and possibly a roof.  Go Dave!  It looks like that will have to wait until spring.  This is what we have so far and we think it's great.  And I think maybe it was more for him than the girls.  

I also need to thank Sean Dickson for leaving his family and wearing his tool belt and helping Dave out for a couple of nights.  Good for them getting that testosterone going.  Thanks guys.

Cornbelly's Craziness

Here are some pictures of our fun day at Cornbelly's at Thanksgiving Point. 

My Pizza Dough

Ok, I've had a few requests for my pizza dough recipe so I thought I'd throw it up on the blog.  

We try to have pizza and movie night every Friday with the kids and they love it!  They get to make their own pizzas with whatever they want on it.  It's always a hit and it's turned out to be a pretty fun family tradition.  Here you go and enjoy.

Pizza dough:

1 pkg yeast

1 Tbsp salt

1 Tbsp sugar

2 cups hot water

5-6 cups flour (I like to use whole wheat.  You can do all white or half and half.  Whatever you prefer.)

Mix all ingredients in your Bosch or mixer.  I let it mix for 5 minutes in the Bosch so I don't have to  knead it by hand.  Let it rise and then punch it down.  Divide up into pieces so everyone can make their own or spread it out on a sheet pan for a large one.  Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes after all the topping have been put on, of course.  Yay!

Guess What?

Our first snow.  This blog entry's for you, Aaron.  You left a little too soon.  Merry Christmas.  Oh wait, we haven't had Halloween yet. . . I'm not ready.  I think I'll go bake something.

Birthday Girl

We have had a week of birthday partying!  Last night we had a late night birthday party with eight screaming girls. . .oh wow, screaming.  Everyone made their own pizzas and banana splits.  That is totally something to scream about.  Happy birthday, Alex!  Until next year.

(No, I'm not pregnant I just look like I am. . . nice.)

Happy Birthday, Alex!

My oldest baby is turning 9 years old today!  How does that happen?  I've been going through pictures and memories have flooded my mind.  It takes me back to firsts.  First pregnancy, first c-section, first diaper change, first baby blessing, first words, first steps, first Band-Aid, first day of school, first dance recital, first soccer game, first baptism. . . She's paving the way for her little sisters that look up to her so much.  

Alex is a very well-rounded little girl.  She likes dolls and she likes snakes.  She runs through the neighborhood with the boys looking for frogs and also loves to have a pretty tea party with her girlfriends.  Whenever I come across a bug/spider in the house and daddy's not home guess who comes to the rescue. . . Super Alex! 

Alex is a girl of many talents.  She loves exploring in the back yard.  She loves drawing and art.  She loves cooking.  She loves gymnastics and dancing.  She loves Disney Channel and she's a bit of a fashionista.  

Looking back on these nine years I am so grateful for my first.  We have had a great ride together through this life so far.  Even though a part of me is sad and nostalgic and wondering where the time went, I am definitely looking forward to the next nine years plus.  Life is such a gift.  Especially being a mom to such a wonderful girl!

Happy birthday, Alex!  I love you very much.

Makin' a Sandwich

Andrea Boshard, the amazing traveling hair stylist, came to my house last week to do my hair. . . remember, I can't drive so I love her!  Anyway, while I was getting bleached Andie was starving and decided to make her own peanut butter and honey sandwich.  Her very first sandwich made all by herself. . .what a big girl. . . so cute!