Monthly Archives: May 2014

Seed Planting Update!

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Kimberly

We have had our first harvest from Elias’ seed planting back in March. We have been watching with excitement as the plants grow. Many of them are doing very well. Today, though, we had two notable things. First, we were … Continue reading →

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How To Plant A Rose Bush (Smith Family Style)

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Kimberly

I’ve been wanting a rose bush for a few months now. We do live in Portland after all. When we went to Farmington Gardens yesterday, and I had a gift card, I decided to pick one out. Nathan told me … Continue reading →

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Even His Hair Has A Mind Of Its Own

Posted on May 23, 2014 by Kimberly

Simon! Oh Simon! He brings so much joy and life into our house. He wants nothing more than to be just like his big brother (and occasionally he needs a hug from Mommy). Just hearing his laugh can make me … Continue reading →

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Last Day of Pre 3’s

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Kimberly

Today was Elias’ last day of Pre 3’s. I can’t believe how quickly the time has gone. Now we have to wait all the way until September when Elias will start in the 3’s program. We loved Pre 3’s at … Continue reading →

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Simon and Mommy Date

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Kimberly

Today was Elias’ last day of preschool for the year. Before preschool started in January, I had a lot of grand plans for what I was going to do with those two hours. I thought Simon and I would get … Continue reading →

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First Picnic of the Season!

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Kimberly

It has been so much fun enjoying this warm weather! What is better in warm weather than picnics? Not much, I say! And now, we can even picnic in our own backyard! We are lucky to have a backyard that … Continue reading →

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Slide!

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Kimberly

We got Simon a small slide for his first birthday. He always had fun on it, but it made me nervous because he needed help climbing up and sliding down. Recently, however, Simon has finally reached the stage where he … Continue reading →

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Elias’ First Trout Catch!

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Kimberly

Uncle Scott has been itching to take Elias out trout fishing since before he was born. Elias did go on the boat with the boys once at Hagg Lake, but no fish were caught. Uncle Scott has been scheming for … Continue reading →

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Wardrobe Changes

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Kimberly

Each year when the seasons change, I have to change out the boys’ wardrobes from winter to spring/summer or from summer to fall/winter. Since we are saving the clothes for more potential children, I fold them carefully away into their … Continue reading →

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Matching Jammies

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Kimberly

My sister in law once told me that my niece loves matching jammies with her little sister. Specifically she said, “Matching jammies make me happy.” Well Audrey….matching jammies make me happy too. Elias picked these out a few weeks ago, … Continue reading →

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