Busy

My lack of blogging isn't because our lives are boring and slow rather the opposite. 3 days after the kids started school we decided to begin an entire home makeover at my parents rental house. The renters moved out and it was evident that selling the property as-is wasn't going to get them what they wanted. So instead decided to renovate it before listing it for sale.

We painted walls (in the entire home including the garage), doors, trim, closets, and cabinets. We replaced most of the lighting, door knobs, appliances, kitchen countertops, the garage door, carpeting and tile. Together as a family, my dad, Laurel, Zack, Jacob, Derek and myself did the makeover. The only things we didn't do ourselves was the garage door, flooring and installing granite countertops in the kitchen. Everything else was done by us in 17 days! I still can't believe we did it. At the end we were completely exhausted.

Here's the link to the listing. This house Derek and I lived in for 2 years, it was when Maeley and Chase were born.

We didn't even get before pictures how sad is that.
 

kids say the darndest things

The other day I was commenting to Maeley how great I think it is that she loves to read. 

Chase said, "Maeley you're going to turn into a book."

Maeley replies, "No, I'm going to turn into an author!"

I just loved that response! It definitely put a smile on my face.

First day of school

Monday was the first day of school for Maeley and Chase. This summer went by fast and the kids were wonderful. That last week was rough though. Maeley and Chase were definitely feeling many emotions as the summer was coming to an end. Maeley was overjoyed to be going back to school but annoyed by Chase and Zoe. Chase on the other had was getting very anxious and nervous therefore a bit mean. However many prayers were said and blessings given and by Monday morning Chase told me he wasn't nervous anymore.

Maeley

2nd grade

teacher: Ms. M Johnson

 

 

Chase

1st grade

teacher: Mrs. Paceley

Zoe: home with Mom for one more year!

Maeley tried to take a picture of Zoe and I but this was the best one.

Maeley in her seat at school. She loves school!

Chase in his seat ready for me to leave. The kid with blond hair in the back is his new best friend Chase. He is also in our ward.

Zoe practicing writing her letters that afternoon.

 

I can't believe we are already back in the school routine. I'm going to really enjoy this year I have with Zoe. I'm guessing sending 3 kids to school next year is going to be rough.