I Looked Out the Window...

And what did I see?

That's right! For a split second, I thought it was snow, but it was really all the gorgeous-smelling blossoms from our tree! Mmmmm.... I love spring!

And, I have been chastised. Mike got after me because it's been a LONG time since I updated my blog. And Sheila mentioned that she hasn't seen a picture of Aidan since Christmas, which is shockingly sad, but true. So, here are a bunch of random pictures that defy categorization. (Don't worry, lots of categorized posts to come, too! I'm trying to clean off my camera so I have memory for pictures on our upcoming vacation!)

Aidan loves to wear jewelry! The first shot shows him showing off the stuff he borrowed from one of my piano student's mom. (There's even a watch on his ankle!) The next picture is him showing off his Silly Bandz.

Aidan loves to climb, and is quite proficient at it. He also enjoys helping me cook.

Dad and Aidan had a picnic during General Conference. This was a great way to keep Aidan entertained while still allowing us to hear the prophets!

Elmo is one of Aidan's favorite toys. Except for possibly the dog he got for his birthday.

This is such an old picture, but I've been meaning to post if for Uncle Spencer forever. With all 3 ducks, he could fit right in your bathroom!

This was my breakfast toast one morning... after Aidan doctored it for me. Yes, that is salt and pepper. Yuck!

And finally, how could you not love this face?!

Cleanup in Aisle 4

Yesterday, Aidan woke up with vomit all over his crib. Sad day, so we took it easy all day, did lots of snuggling and reading stories, had some chicken soup and crackers for lunch, etc.

He seemed to be feeling better, plus we hadn't gone to the store for 2 weeks (and it was getting desperate - we were down to the last 5 diapers in the house), so I loaded him up and we went to Sam's Club.

I know, you're already guessing how this story ends.

And you're right.

We got everything loaded in our cart. We passed by a sample stand on the way out, but Aidan didn't want any brownie. I figured that made sense since he had been a little sick. We got to the checkout line. And then? He threw up. ALL. OVER.

It got on the groceries. It got on the floor. And it got all over his clothes. I mean, every layer was soaked. The store people of course have their powder to clean up what was on the floor, but they can't use that on Aidan! I ended up just having to strip him down and put his barfy jacket, pants, socks, and shoes in a spare box. He went home in his diaper.

The best part? As soon as he was done barfing, THEN he wanted the brownie! (No, he didn't get it.)

Note to Self

If your son comes and asks to sit on your lap and there is even the SLIGHTEST hint of a funny smell, say no and go change his diaper immediately.

Because otherwise he might wiggle around and you might end up with a lap full of poo and an extra load of laundry.

I'm just sayin'.

Reporting

My goal was to finish spring cleaning by the end of April. Since it's 10:30 on the last day of April, I thought I'd better report.

I did it!

Every wall has been washed. Every window has been cleaned. Every ceiling has been dusted. Every blind has been scrubbed. Every cupboard has been wiped out, organized, and polished. Every curtain has been vacuumed. All the wood has been shined. Every door and picture has been cleaned. I made it!

I will admit that there is still one small corner I want to organize better, and we still need to hang some pictures in our bedroom. Plus, of course, regular life has caught up with each room after it was deep cleaned. So don't hate me because you think my house is perfect! But I thought it was worth celebrating!

And now I need a nap! :)

Ideas, Please?

Lately I feel like I've been in a cooking rut. Nothing sounds all that great to make or to eat... maybe because the weather is stuck between winter and summer, so I can't even be sure from day to day if we will want a warm meal or a cooler one. Plus, I somehow have quite a bit of evening activities scheduled this week, which means I have a little less time than normal for meal prep. That doesn't help the situation!

Anyway, I need your help. What are some dinner meal ideas? (And remember that my husband loathes casseroles, so that won't really be a valid suggestion for my house.)
Thanks!

Because I'm Curious

I saw a friend mention this on Facebook, and I was shocked enough to go look it up.

It's the Breastfeeding Baby Doll.
Yeah, go ahead and follow the link. I promise, it's not pornography.
Although I DID find it highly disturbing.


So what's your take? Is it educational or just plain freaky?

Thoughts

I had one of those nights last night where I couldn't fall asleep until about 1 am because my mind was going so fast I couldn't calm it down. I haven't really had this experience since I quit teaching, although it was very common when I was a full time teacher. I think I've discovered my trigger: projects.

Since we've been here in Rochester, I haven't attempted too many projects. I've just let us get settled here, figure out our routine, etc. And I think we're in a really good spot right now - happy with life, getting most things done when they need to be done, and enjoying each other's company.

But all of the sudden, I feel this burning need to do spring cleaning. I want to wipe walls. I want to organize EVERYTHING! I want to throw out anything we haven't touched since moving here (which is a bit extreme since there is an awful lot of baby stuff that I sure hope we need again at some point!). I just want my house to be super clean! Well, folks, I guess that's my project for April. I made lists of all the things I want to do. I guess I'll have to report back how much I actually get through!

Are any of you spring cleaning? Or do you have other projects that keep you up at night?