Costume

I'm still debating whether or not to dress up for Halloween, since I haven't done it for three or four years now. But if I do, should I be Roz or Celia from Monsters Inc? I'm not exactly sure how I'd get the costume, but it would be fun!

This was the hardest book for me to get through, but I'm really glad that I read it. I really had no idea that such terrible stuff goes on in the world. It was difficult to read it, especially being a mom, and imagining the stuff the people in Sierra Leone went through during the war. I know stuff like this is still happening, and it makes me so sad. I find myself thinking about this book almost every hour of the day. I am more aware of how blessed I am to live in this country, and to have the freedoms I do.

I would definitely recommend this book, but just know that it is difficult to read. It was a great educating book about what goes on in the world.

Fun Saturday Activity

Since my little man is sick, I think we'll stay home tomorrow and make some "spooky skeletons" as he would say. I thought this pattern from sewing stars was really cute.

I am aware that it's not even October yet, but I can't help myself. I'm already in the Halloween spirit!

I finished the 4th and final Twilight book, Breaking Dawn, and I'm not a fan. For some reason I just couldn't get in to it. I was disappointed with the ending considering the fact that I don't like Edward. He gives me the creeps for some reason. What did you all think about it? And are you on Team Jacob or Team Edward. I have a feeling I may be the only Jacob lover.

spin-off

Here's to one more reality show I will have to watch!

Whitney's spin-off show

Has anyone read this book?

A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier

By Ishmael Baeh

I have been wanting to buy this book for awhile, but my mom was one step ahead of me. Thanks mom! It's my new favorite kid book for sure. The first time I read it to Jackson I almost cried, just thinking about him being big enough to leave me and go to school. It's one of those "everyone has to own at least one copy" kind of books.

THE KISSING HAND

By Audrey Penn & Ruth E. Harper

File Folder Games

Help! I am having a humanitarian group for church at my house in a couple weeks, and I had planned on making file folder games. I made this one for Jackson the other day just to see how much it would cost me. I went to have it laminated, and it cost me $6.00. Crazy huh? I thought it was a big rip off. I even called a few stores ahead of time to get the best price.

So do any of you know a cheap way to laminate these other than using contact paper? We HAVE to laminate them, because they have to be durable since they will be sent to orphanages and around the world. I would love any suggestions.

A couple websites I found some good file folder games in case anyone wants to make them are:

Mormon Chic

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SugarDoodle

Handprints

I made this today to hang in our "work in progress" office. Try getting an 18 month old's hand print, it is NOT easy. It worked much better with Jackson, and I still have to finish his. I can't decide if I should leave it plain and simple like this, or add some ribbon/buttons/or other embellishments. I'm kinda diggin the plain look.

I just used the back of a square stretched canvas, and painted the sides. Then I covered the edges with distressed paper, painted inside the square, and put his handprint on a paper which I then glued inside. Added some rub-ons, and that was it. Easy schmeasy.

I made this other one of Jackson with my sis awhile ago. I like the colors a little more in this one. Plus I like the flowers. Not sure if I can get away with putting flowers on anything that's for a boy.

UGLY DOLL COSTUME

If I didn't already have costumes picked out for my boys (I know I'm crazy, but I get all excited about dressing my boys up) I would totally make this Ugly Doll costume. Kel has one that he is attached to, that he sleeps with so it would be perfect. Isn't it the cutest? And you don't really even have to sew. So if you're in need of a costume, this seems to be a great one!

I always start looking for Christmas presents months before the Holidays. I haven't been able to stop thinking about this awesome puzzle that I want to buy for the boys. It's definately the coolest puzzle I've ever seen, and it's even better that it's a snake. My boys would LOVE it. It's a little pricey, so I'm still hesitant to buy it. But I LOVE it. The usnavyretiredvet's shop on ETSY has tons of really cool puzzles.

A COUPLE MONSTER BOOKS

It seems like lots of babies are being born, or are going to be born soon. I LOVED getting books when I had my boys. I think they are a perfect gift, because you can NEVER have enough of them. I see a Monster by Laurie Young is a great book for little ones. Both of my kids love it at age 3 and 1.

The other book we recently discovered is Brave Little Monster by Ken Baker. It's about a monster who is terrified of little girls and boys, but his mom keeps telling him that there is no such thing. So he has to scare them off himself. It's a cute book, and not too scary.

If you like Pop Tarts

We don't usually eat Pop Tarts at our house, even though Jackson is OBSESSED with them. But when I heard about this deal at Target, I had to buy some. So if you are a Pop Tart lover (or feel like spoiling your kids) then check it out. Looks like we'll be having some happy little guys at our house the next few weeks!

Prison Break.....and The Hills

Does anyone else watch this show, or am I the only one? Every time I watch it, I always think I am going to have a heart attack cause I get so nervous and feel like my blood pressure is through the roof. Last night was no different. I LOVE THIS SHOW! I don't know how I feel about all the tv shows coming back on. I love them, but at the same time I have enjoyed doing other stuff after the boys are in bed rather than watching tv. But hey, I'm not complaining.

And about The Hills (because I know there are lots of Hills fans that just can't admit it), I felt so sad for LC and how she had to break up with Doug. She just needs to find someone good for her, that she actually likes (and trusts)! I think last night was as much as they have EVER shown Whitney. I envy her job. Maybe in my next life!

Don't miss

Prison Break tonight. 2 hour series premiere. You know what I'll be doing the minute I get the kids in bed tonight!