Yard of Gravel

For our next yard project, we acquired half a yard of pea gravel (around $20 for all this) from a local nursery. Harrison had fallen asleep in the truck and refused to get out once we woke him.

Can't help but love his little face. 

Website Wednesday - Schoolhouse Electric Co

My sister sent me this uber cool lighting site the other day. Click HERE to gawk over the 100 plus replica light fixtures from the 1900s to the middle of the 20th century. All of the shades are hand-blown, one-by-one, in authentic antique moulds using the same methods that have been in effect for over 150 years. The factory is located in downtown Portland and they have showrooms in Portland and NYC. Enjoy!

Happy Birthday Sweetie!

Happy Birthday! I love you with my whole heart, thanks for letting me celebrate another birthday with you! XOXOXOX

Joy Ride

Hang on kitty, you're about to have the ride of your life!

Voices for Justice

Last night, Ryan and I attended the Voices for Justice, a music and poetry rally for the West Memphis Three. Eddie Vedder (who is completely AMAZING) and Johnny Depp (yes, he wobbles around on stage just like he's Captain Jack Sparrow) performed several songs together included "Society." The outspoken Natalie Maines from the Dixie Chicks, Patti Smith, and Fistful of Mercy (Ben Harper, Joseph Arthur, Dhani Harrison) all showcased their talents too.

Click HERE to read the story about the West Memphis Three.

Happy Birthday Katie

Happy Birthday Katie! Even though you're not physically with us, I know you're watching us all from above. I think of you often and miss you dearly.

Here's a funny Katie story. She loved, no she was OBSESSED with chocolate. I don't think she could make it a day without having it. I used to find spoons all over our apartment b/c she would squirt a dollop of Hershey's chocolate syrup on a spoon and it was heaven to her mouth. One day I came home from work and found six cupcakes in the trash can. I asked Katie what happened. She said she was on a diet and they wouldn't sell her one cupcake. She ended up buying all six then licking the frosting off one. Knowing her will power is low, the trash was the only option for the other ones.

Welcome to the Zoo

I'm always on the lookout for new authors/illustrators for Harrison's library collection. Children's illustrator Allison Jay is a fantastic find. In this book, Welcome to the Zoo, she guides the reader through a maze of animals. Since there are no words, the stories are unlimited.

Harrison is quick to point out the monkey snooping through the lunch bag. I noticed the giraffe taking a lick of the ice cream cone.

Visitors dressed to the nines in penguin attire, kiddos mimicking the penguin waddle and pearly-whites on the seal, who needs words?!