Kids || little bear part 4

Kids || little bear part 3

Kids || little bear part 2

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Steaming cup of goodness

Yesterday my mom and I were at the grocery store running through the aisles and tossing food into the cart like crazy people because right outside the store, it looked like God had shaken our earth snow globe and there was a complete white-out. Woah woah, before you start pointing fingers and think that we really are crazy in the head, let me assure you that we did not drive through that white-out to get to the store. Oh no…it came to us. It would have been more humorous if we hadn’t had to drive through it to get home – thankfully it only lasted about 15 minutes, but it sure was whipping.
Virginia has had a pretty mellow winter this year. Mellow as in 70 degree weather in January, practically no snow, and flowers starting to bud in February. My winter-hating heart has been spoiled this season, so I guess I deserve this 22 degree cold front that has begun this week. 37 more days till Spring, baby.
So, during this period of hibernation (mine – not to be confused with the furry animals), I’ve been living in sweats and drinking down tea like there’s no tomorrow.
 

Me || Red Hair

Some of you had asked me to post some pictures of my RED HAIR! Well, today I decided to have a mini photo shoot outside since it was almost 70 degrees here in Virginia! Holy moly has this weather been crazy! So, here you go! Let me know what y'all think! :)

Kids || little monkey

There is this little girl in my house who likes to talk. a lot. And when she talks, words fly out of her mouth at around 100 mph, most of which include phrases or questions involving a.) food or b.) her obsession to boss others around. She is the youngest of our large bunch, but everyone in our house agree's that she has the biggest personality. When she talks, she makes sure that everyone is listening. Preferably speaking, she talks loudly.

But, this little talker-up-storm-child is the cutest girl in the whole wide world. She says the darnest things and gives looks that could kill, but she is a sweetheart. And we all love her to death. She's like a little monkey: extremely energetic, likes to be noisy, and causes people to swoon over her cuteness. Because, hey, everyone loves monkeys.

melt my non-animal adoring heart

Ask anyone in my family and they'd tell you straight up that I'm not a huge animal person. Sure, they can be really cute...in pictures. I can suck it up and go along to the farm and zoos with the kids, but inwardly I'm flinching. Sometimes I'll surprise myself and pet the farm animals, but then realize what I did and go run to wash my hands. I know I'm a small minority in this weird dislike of zoos, but I honestly don't get what's fun about looking at animals from the other side of the glass. If I wanted to do that, I could turn on the Discovery Channel and watch them in real, wild action through the glass of my TV. But I digress...

My love for animals pretty much starts and stops with dogs. It's sort of funny, but I just really like them.
Yeah, yeah and I know what you are all thinking, "In the last post she talked about books...now she's talking about animals??? Zounds, this girl needs a life." 


But seriously, can you blame me for not loving this dog?? He got a haircut last week and actually stayed completely somewhat still for a few seconds so I could snap a quick shot of him. Or two. Or twelve. You know how it goes.

He melted my non-animal adoring heart and turned it into sappy slush.

Happy Monday!

Kids || What I Like About You

{super random fact of the day: I finally discovered the STRAIGHT line ( | ) on my keyboard yesterday and about skipped around my room with joy. Seriously, best find ever. No more slants ////////////. Thank you}

{yes, I realize they are both on the same key tab. Yes, I have never noticed it before. No judging}


My little brother has about stolen my heart. Utterly and completely. As the biggest sister who is leaving for college in 7 months, I can say that I'm going to miss my siblings hugs, kisses, random love notes, and sweet sayings. My little brother, who is 6 years old, is just the cutest thing in the world. He says the darnest things and is always bringing a smile to my face...at least, when he's not having a bad day anyway. I like him. I like him a whole lot.

| I like the way your giggles turn into soundless laughter |

| I like the way you make me feel really special, even when that's my job to you |

| I like the way you learn new things. you're adventurous, daring, and committed |

| I like the way you love. When you give me hugs, cuddle on the couch, and tell me how much you're going to miss me. The way you always tell me goodbye when you leave for school |

| you're my "Gentle Giant" |

| I like the way you're silly. you're goofy, innocent, and such a boy |

| but most of all, I like the way you like being you |

Me // New Years Eve

New Years Eve has never been a big thing at my house. The only time I remember us doing anything for the turning of the year was when I was in 2nd grade and we bought streamers and obnoxious noise makers to blow. Since then, we've slept through the countdown every year, minus maybe two. In all honesty, whats so special about a ball dropping from the sky? I guess its something you just have to be there for.

Anyways, New Years Eve or not, I thought I share some pictures I took of a snack maybe some of you will be enjoying tonight. Yup, a snack - that's how I roll.

I don't know about you, but these pictures make me want pop-corn sooooooo bad.

children // december boys

It was the younger boy's birthday and his sister was taking out that camera again. But he didn't mind. Not one bit. He loved making wacky faces and cracking wide grins at the lens - but getting to see the picture afterwards was his favorite part. The older brother loved getting his picture taken too - so, as all brothers go, they wanted to share the fun together. These two share such a special bond. I love these two crazy kids. So very much.

Merry Christmas!