I painted one of Alaina's walls with chalkboard paint on the bottom half and lavender on the top. After quite a few failed attempts, it finally came together!
My claim to fame in her room is her fabulous lampshade. I sewed powdery pink feather boas around the rims that cast a soft pink light throughout the room.
Instead of two catch-all toy bins that overwhelm the kids, I bought this bookshelf/room divider from Ikea. I'd say that the spreading out of the toys was a hit, as Alaina played for an hour and a half this morning while I dozed quite happily at her side.
Anthony and I took advantage of the Salt Lake Dine-O-Round that's going on right now. You can go to a plethora of restaurants and get a three-course meal for a fixed price of $30. We had salads, gorgonzola-stuffed filets, and creme brulee/bread pudding. It was so good.
Connor had a fantastic time with his Papa and has been pitifully whining "Paaaaapaaaaa" since we left. It's sad.
Alaina and her Nana
They shared ice cream every night.
Alaina loved riding in the bike trailer so much that she'd disappear into the other room and we'd find her with her helmet on and ready to go.
Three generations of football watchers.
The in-laws are staying at a hotel while their house is being finished, and Connor learned the practice of saying hi to anyone and everyone. It's pretty cute. Hi.
