Lots of Pictures

A couple weekends ago, while I was at a crafty get together in Olds, Paisley stayed with Grandma and Grandpa Schroeder. She had a play date arranged with some friends from Victoria (Lori, and her daughters Callista and Maleah).

Paisley had a hoot out on the farm with the girls. I picked her up from there on Sunday afternoon and got a few pictures.

The trampoline was one of Paisley's favorites:



Mrs. Snyder had also setup a play house under a tree. Paisley demonstrated her soup making skills:


Mr. Snyder took all the kids for a ride in the train (Grandma Schroeder got to go too)

Alien Jacket

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Originally uploaded by Joshua Schroeder

Paisley has just about outgrown her Alien jacket (size 6-12 months), and I realized I never got a picture of her in it. I thought I had a better one than this... I might still, but Here's her in her cute coat (the eyes are floppy)

This was a few weeks ago. One Saturday morning when I sent Josh and Paisley to the coffeeshop, so I could shower and clean the house a bit.

Saturday Slice - Crayons

I love crayons :) They're so colourful and childish! Paisley is loving crayons these days too.... but the washable variety... since she draws off the page regularly.

Jumbo Upcycled Heart Crayons by Butterfly Brain:



















Great Children's Crayon Wallet by Sew Fantastic:



























Check out this darling Fish Crayon Holder by Countryside Gifts:
















Vinyl Wall Crayon Name by Wall Talk:

























And finally a crayon cake by Cake Box Soc on Flickr:




























I hope you enjoyed this week's slice. Life has been so hectic lately, I haven't been able to blog much. I miss it.

Mmmm Ice Cream

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Originally uploaded by Joshua Schroeder

It's delicious.

Zoo

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Originally uploaded by Joshua Schroeder

If you haven't been to the Calgary zoo, you must go!! :) It's one of the best in North America (top 3 I believe).

More zoo!

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Originally uploaded by Joshua Schroeder

Josh is having issues exporting all the photos... so guess you get a picture a day... or something like that!

Here is Josh and Pais in the prehistoric part of the zoo. :)

Calgary Zoo

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Originally uploaded by Joshua Schroeder

WE took Paisley to the zoo on Thursday. She did really good, didn't fuss at all, and seemed interested in some of the animals. We'll have to do it again when she's a little older.

More pictures to come.....

Saturday Slice - Starfish

Starfish Necklace by Land and Sand Designs:


















Stunning Starfish Hair Clips by Artistic Edition:

















Beautiful Starfish Invitations by Divine Appointment:































Terra Cotta Starfish Planter by Dances With Clay:






















Girls Starfish Sundress by The Trendy Tot:

Life

Boxes are being packed. Slowly. Getting quite the stack in the basement now.

We finally pulled out our A/C for the summer. It hasn't been too stupidly hot yet, but the house has reached 29 degrees, and it's just a touch more comfortable at 27.

Yesterday we took Paisley to the downtown spray park (the fountains shoot to music). She hated it. We thought we'd get some good pictures... but she would tense up every time the water sprayed... so it was short lived.

I only have Joel for 2 days this week. So Paisley and I will get to have some play time one on one. We have plans to visit the zoo this week though!

Maybe I'll come across something to post later today.. but I don't have any pictures, (well they're still on the camera).

Hope everyone had a great weekend.

Saturday Slice - apples

Yesterday ended up being a very busy day, so we'll tackle the Saturday Slice today.

Apple Cozy by Unravel Me Designs:


Apple Coasters by Monika Design:


Chocolate Peanut Butter Caramel Apple by Double Dipped Sweets:


Apple and Pear Baby Quilt by Sandbox Quilts:


I Love Macs Buttons by Barrel of Monkeys:

Needing inspiration

I've been giving a lot of thought to Paisley's new room, and how I want to decorate it. I don't want to invest much, it'll be more of a gradual process.

But I'm looking for ideas, colour suggestions, etc.

Please help!


I want to keep this quilt as a part of it, because it's her quilt from Grandma:



She has some nice built in display shelves in her room as well.

:)

So give me some suggestions... and I can brainstorm further!

Watermelon Lemonade

Saw this recipe. I HAVE to try it. Thinking I will for the BBQ this weekend:

Watermelon Lemonade found on Good Life {eats} (photo also from Good Life {eats})


















* 15 cups seeded and cubed watermelon
* 2 (12-ounce) cans frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
* Ice
* Garnishes: watermelon wedges

Process watermelon, in batches, in a blender or food processor until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher. Add lemonade concentrate and whisk to combine. Serve chilled and over ice.

New House

Want to know more about our new house?

It's a 2 story home,

in a new development,

with a gorgeous kitchen,

3 bedrooms,

a den,

a gorgeous kitchen,

built in shelving in the bedrooms and dining room,

2.5 bathrooms - beautiful ensuite,

a gorgeous kitchen,

double attached garage,

good size deck,

a gorgeous kitchen,

with all new stainless steel appliances,

a fireplace,

a gorgeous kitchen,

room for development of a 4th bedroom (craft room) and living room in basement

front landscaping included.

Did I mention there's a gorgeous kitchen?



Please pray that all the financing comes through, and we can lift the financing condition without any problems.

And make plans to come visit us in our new home... sometime after August 12th. We're the house at the end of the street.... the one with no other houses around yet.

I just saw the kitchen appliances yesterday, except the washer and dryer, and they've installed the blinds now as well. There's lots of extras included.

Friday is when we'll know for sure...

oh and HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all the dads.

Saturday Slice - Ladybugs

Ladybugs... who doesn't love them for a little girl.

And you can get EVERYTHING you could want for a little girl who loves ladybugs:

Hair Clip Holder by Sugar and Spice:



















Ladybug Mary Janes by Snanimals:


















Ladybug Nap Mat by My Chenille Shop:


















Birthday Invitation by Juicebox Creations:



































Ladybug Hair Clips by Crawler Covers and More:

















Ladybug Diaper Cake by Classy Baby Diaper Cakes:



































Just a sampling of what I found today...

Friend Birthday Party

Here are a few pictures from the friend birthday party we had on Monday.



Isn't that a great picture of Grandma Yeomans? :)

Daddy & Daughter