Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Zone Update

I've been hard at work on my zones and my purging schedule. I have realized as I've been cleaning these areas that I am really concerned with purging items. I have done a little organizing as I go, but for now the organizing and deep cleaning will wait. It sure has felt good to get rid of things I didn't even remember that I owned. 


I collected numerous organizing crates, baskets, and containers as I've gone through the house. Those will be stored for future use.


The girls got into the act this weekend with their bathroom. They did a great job and I think the "zone" cleaning is rubbing off on them!


Here's my updated zone list:



In the office, I still need to go through my papers and file them in new folders with updated labels. Another area that needs attention is John's closet and dresser area. But, I felt like that was something he should do and not me. Other than that, I am feeling pretty good about my progress. I still have three zones left to organize...attic/eaves, outdoors, and the garage. 

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Crazy Daisy

This little (not really little) cat is so silly. I think she likes to taunt me by performing one of my least favorite tricks. She sits at the top of the cat landing (no pun intended) and puts her fronts legs and head through the spindles. It makes me so nervous. I am sure she won't fall, but I do worry.

 








And, when she's not hanging out on the landing she likes to play with the spoon in my cup of Chai tea. Crazy Daisy!!!


Monday, January 23, 2012

Friends Who Match



Shelly was lucky enough to go shopping with her friend and her friend's grandma the other day. While out shopping MeeMaw bought the girls matching tops. They agreed that they would both wear them on Monday. So, once off the bus, I snapped a photo of them in their matching outfits. So fun!!!



Saturday, January 21, 2012

Shelly's 8th Birthday

Shelly turned 8 on Monday. I just can't believe it. What a great little girl she is! She makes us smile and laugh and is always there to help. I love her to pieces.


My dad was in town for her birthday and it was nice to have him here to spend time with us. 
















Daisy eyeballing all of the gifts






We made her another cake for her birthday. She opened her gifts in the morning and we had cake in the evening. Lily took hold of the camera to take some fun evening photos of Shelly.










Making a wish
Blowing out the candles



Excited after making her wish




Granddaddy, his granddaughters, and his grandcat 













Shelly was lucky to have the day off of school on her birthday. So, the next day my dad and I went to her class with Krispy Kreme doughnuts and we made simple little candy (milk duds) packs for her classmates.






Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Recipe Blog

I've started a recipe blog to keep track of some of my very favorite recipes. These recipes are from my family and friends, as well as, a few of my very own recipes. To check out the recipes, click here: http://recipesbykarol.blogspot.com/


Be sure to look at the categories on the side for specific types of recipes. And, enjoy!


And, you have easy access to the recipe blog at the top of this blog page. So, be sure to check it out and if you have any recipes you'd like to share, feel free to send them my way.



Monday, January 16, 2012

The Hello Kitty Party

Today my sweet little Shelly turns 8!!!! What a special little girl she is. Shelly always knows how to make things happier and lighter. She is just the best!






























On Friday, she had a few neighborhood friends and their sisters over for a simple little Hello Kitty party. The girls played Wii, played in Shelly's room, colored, had some treats, ate dinner out at Red Robin, enjoyed some cake, watched Shelly open presents, and finally got a chance to shop in the "Shello Kitty" shop. Dollars were earned for their great behavior and then they were able to purchase various fun favors to take home.





















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Love how Daisy wanted to be with all of the girls for the gift unwrapping



It was a ton of fun and such a great way to celebrate Shelly turning 8!























The "Shello Kitty" Shop sign made by Lily