Holy Smokes!

Holy Smokes! Time sure does fly when you're taking it easy...
One month old Finn Eric says "Hi" today.

Summer is coming to a close mega fast now...with the 8th grader starting school tomorrow! I have another week with the younger two, but our lazy mornings have officially come to a close. My way of saying goodbye to the summer vacation? I loaded 'em up and headed down to the river for the afternoon.


I have been thinking quite a bit about this little blog, "Color Your World Pink" and I have decided it needs some re-vamping. After-all, my world is not just pink anymore. Lots on my mind, but time and energy is low.....trying to be patient with myself in this area. At this point, the most important activity for me is snuggling my little snugglebug. How very precious this time is.

All A' Smitten!

August 2nd at 9:59pm, after an extremely short labor, our handsome Mr. Finn Eric arrived! Weighing in at 7lbs 13oz and 20 1/2in long, this little line-backer has us all a'smitten. We are home now, enjoying this precious little boy who has changed our lives forever. We feel so very blessed.

...Finn's first two days in photos are on our family flickr site...

Waiting Pattern...

That's what we're in now, a waiting pattern. Our little boy is due for arrival anytime! I am so excited to meet this new little boy who will change our lives forever.

...Big sigh...

(Photo of the painted sky last night -gorgeous!)

Summer Family Life

...Sharing a bit of family life on a summer evening...

A Stroll About the Farm...

I am impressed with myself for keeping up with the 365 photo project...and in an effort to post something other than baby belly or kids, I took a stroll about the farm the other day and landed myself in the "Volkswagen Graveyard". I grew up daughter of a VW mechanic...those skills trickled down to my brother. We are storing these old beauties for him.

I only post one photo for the day over at 365, but wanted to share the rest of my photos from the "Graveyard".

Our Bees

Bees...doing their thing...we feel so lucky!

Eggs!

The ladies are starting to give us eggs! SO very exciting...3 eggs so far. I was standing right next to the hen as she laid the first egg, just in the middle of their yard. She let out this funky squawk and jumped a little. All the hens and "Red Rex" (the rooster) started pecking at it and cocking their heads like, "What the heck just happened?!" Thankfully, they have started doing their business in the nesting boxes.

My Independence Day 2010

...Wouldn't be complete without a bit of sewing...

Enjoying the 365Project

I have really been enjoying the 365 Photo Project. The other night I went for a walk around the farm in search of the "photo of the day". It was such a beautiful sunset that evening, no wind and not too hot. Perfect. I had a hard time choosing between these photos...

Just a Glimpse...

Just a little glimpse of our new family room. Still working on trim and then carpet...but the big part of the job -the part we have been working on for what seems f-o-r-e-v-e-r (you know -walls, electrical, doors, taping, texturing, paint) is complete! AND -much to my relief -my main contribution is done. Now moving forward onto other projects to get ready for my little Finn...happiness and relief!

Perhaps I should mention that this remodel was not just the family room...it also included an entry room with closet and the girls room. I'll be dusting up remodel dust for a while I bet...

Lost a Lady...

Yeah so...one of the dogs got a hold of a "Lady"....and now, Red Rex Rooster keeps his ladies close and is much more protective. Have to admit -it's quite entertaining to watch him boss them around. They are starting to do what chickens do in the egg department. No eggs yet -but they are definitely doing their thing!

Found Object...

I have wanted a terrarium for a long time, but didn't want to settle for just any old glass container. Lucky for me, right when I wasn't looking -and- it was far from my mind, one shows up! Isn't that how it goes?

A favorite 2nd hand bargain shop is going out of business and we went to find a few needed items. Namely, a TV stand for the new family room. Of course, we found our new TV stand -and a very kickin' one at that! Four much needed dining room chairs and a few odd-ball items that I just had to have (dishes and such). Then, right by the front door, this glass globe caught my eye...perfect!!!

I was so excited, the very next day I went out and bought my plants and decided no terrarium was complete with out a few lizards....so now, I take pleasure in introducing you to Kermit and Kiwi. Such fun!

As we were putting together our lovely new terrarium, Lance took count: 4 kids, 13 chickens, 2 cows, 3 dogs, 4 cats, 14 fish, a swarm a of bees...and now, add 2 Green Anole lizards! (should we count their food of choice, crickets?)

We Have Bees!

The other night Lance was out and about the farm and happened across a swarm of bees ... and today, well ~ we have a bee box in our orchard! "Sweet!" I love this photo of Lance walking across the pasture in his bee suit...

In the Hen House...

One of my favorites from the gaggle of girls...how can you resist her pretty colors?

She Bakes...and I Eat!

Barefoot Contessa -Parties! Carrot Cake Cupcakes

The Sister Test...Cupcake Wins!

A new enjoyment...devouring my oldest daughter's baking! Oh yes, I have been craving to bake but haven't the time. Ausha on the other hand, does. Yesterday she whipped up some apple tarts and today it was little carrot cakes topped with yummy homemade cream cheese frosting -my favorite! This isn't a new love of hers, just one that she is really starting to get good at. I think it just may be her summer break hobby...

Also new for me: The 365 photo project. A photo a day. A way to stop and take in your surroundings in a bit different way. The photo of the carrot cake was my "Day 1" submission. Wish me luck - I may need it to stay on top of this photo project!