Just some pictures

Enjoying the first good day of decent weather

This was funny, Andrew had an accident at day care, so he wore girl clothes home, he wasn't happy

Sweet boy!!!

Two kiddos making a fort and playing, love childhood memories

Here are some pictures of life...it's super busy lately ...I'll update in a later post about life but here are some pictures I finally put on our computer of the kids

Wow some Disney pictures

Wow our computer is having major picture issues so I just wanted to post some pictures now that I finally was able to upload some, not all but some of our awesome Disney trip 4 months ago. It was soooooo much fun, I can't wait to go again. Linnea was afraid of most the rides at first because the first ride we went on was pirates and she hated it, so any ride that was dark or loud she would cry, except stinking small world. Andrew was amazing, he didn't cry at all and I think he loved grabbing all the characters noses. We have gone the week after Thanksgiving for two years now, and I will NEVER go in the summer again or really any other time. The weather is perfect and lines, what lines. I think the longest wait was 25 minutes. It was awesome. Sorry for the delay and lack of pictures, I wish I knew what was going on with the computer, o well. Enjoy.

My new invention

Well I am changing some major habits in our house. I've been reading a book called "Disease Proof Your Child", it's the same doctor that wrote the book "Eat to Live" which was the plan that helped me lose all my weight plus some after Linnea was born. Well I wanted to teach my kids what truly healthy eating was when they were young, Linnea already is catching on, she tells me when she's playing with her kitchen set that she's going to make a healthy lunch to make her big and strong. She also tells me that her vegetables and fruit are now healthy for her, she still will initially not want to eat green things, but after awhile if she sees us making a big deal about how good they are she'll eat them. Anyways Derek has even joined in which is a big deal Derek loves his butter, ice cream, and sweets. Well last night I wanted to make some granola bars so I kind of invented some, they ended up not sticking together so I just made it into granola. It was really good, Derek said they tasted like crumbled up no-bakes (even though there was hardly any chocolate) so I thought I'd share my little recipe. I tried following someones recipe, but I had to make my own twist on it. So here is the super food granola:

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup all natural peanut butter

1 tsp vanilla

1 1/4 cup oats

1/2 cup almonds

1/2 cup roughly chopped cashews

3 tsp chia seeds (super food)

2 tsp ground flax seed (super food)

2 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

1/4 cup whole buckwheat groats (optional)

crushed dark chocolate (optional)

Pre- heat oven to 350 degrees. Melt first three ingredients together for 45 sec. Combine all other ingredients. Mix in melted peanut butter mixture. Pour into 8x 8 baking pan bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown on top. I really liked it. I used it for my cereal this morning with almond milk, and fresh raspberries, yum. Well here's to healthy eating!!!!

Our new business

Well Derek and I have started a new adventure. Many of you know and understand that I have been working full-time. Derek and I both believe that I should be home with our kids, but with school schedules that hasn't been possible. So we have joined with a business that is web sales. We feel that this is an option for us to potentially get me home while Derek continues to go to school. Our store sells everything you use already, but really specializes in green healthy products that work great. The cosmetic line is Artistry which is awesome beauty supplies, our store also joins with partner stores like the Disney store, Sears, Kmart, Office Depot, Omaha steaks...etc. There are thousands of products and we would really love for you all to check out our online store. To register as a customer you just register like you would any store online...you name and things like that then you just shop on line. Everything is delivered to your door. There are free shipping deals, just ask us and every product comes with a 180 day money back guarantee no questions asked. We would love to earn your business. The URL is listed below just look around and please any questions email me or Derek or leave a comment! Thanks for your support!

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Here is the URL: www.childsfamily.mychoices.biz

my email: dancnm@yahoo.com

Derek's email: derekjchilds@gmail.com

Halloween Festivities

O my goodness we had a busy Halloween season. So it will be several pictures. First it starts with a family party at my mom's house

This included Papa reading to the kids the all time cutest book ever "Goodnight Goon" it's a Halloween spin off of "Good night Moon" and I practiced my baking skills and whipped up a pumpkin shaped cake...I thought it' turned out ok and I was told it tasted great, (I didn't try it since I knew how much butter was in it :) ) If you can't tell Derek and I are Bonnie and Clyde and Andrew is a puppy with Nea as Cinderella.

Next we went to our ward party....

We had a lot of fun and felt a little awkward bringing guns in to the church, but o well...Linnea was able to experience her first trunk or treat and loved to spend another night dressed up as Cinderella. Drew was as chill as ever and just loves watching people especially everyone dressed up so funny.

The next weekend before Halloween we had Crystal and Charles over with their kids to make Halloween shirts and watch a scary movie... We watched the original Psycho after the kids went to sleep...you just can't beat a classic horror film...it actually is pretty creepy even though it for

sure wouldn't be rated R now a days.

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making shirts, and Linnea sporting her finished shirt. You can't really see it but it has a pumpkin and glow in the dark mummies on it.

Finally the big day arrived...And then the fun food came out. We have a tradition for Halloween we have pumpkin pancakes for breakfast with apple cider syrup. Unfortunately this year I forgot the apple cider to make the syrup, so anyways we went without the special syrup. For dinner I made "gutsy pumpkins" You just carve a jack-o-lantern face in an orange bell pepper and stuff it with spaghetti...super cute. A funny story Linnea came into the kitchen when I had finished with the peppers and I said "look nea, we're going to eat some pumpkins." she walked right up to the counter and took a huge bite out of one...I thought she really liked a raw pepper at first then it hit her and she spit it right out on the floor!!!! Funny girl. Anyways we ended with a fun night of trick-or-treating. Linnea actually seemed to have more fun handing out candy. What a fun season I absolutely love the holidays and it is killing me not to bust out the Christmas tree right now. Maybe next week :)

Dear Angels.....

Dear Linnea:

My sweet girl...where to begin. I want to let you know how much I love you. I love your zest and enthusiasm for life, please never change that. You have such a joy about you and a love of all living things. You have such a bright personality that is contagious. I love how you have such a curious spirit about you and you are never afraid to wonder and ask why, however at the same time you have a strong confidence about you that I hope you never shake. You are determined and you can succeed in this life. I am amazed as I watch you at how bright you are, you learn at an amazing speed. You are talented in movment, music and words. You understand and are in tune with others' feelings and nothing can make me feel better than a sweet encouraging hug from you. I know there are times I make mistakes and I hope you will always find it in yourself to forgive me, I try my best. After all you are my first baby so I am still learning along with you. You are beautiful sweet girl, I love you forever and ever. I hope I always express that to you throughout your life. I see your sweet spirit and the innocence and how close you still are to your father in heaven, I pray that you will keep that closeness throughout your life. You will achieve so much Nea girl just keep being you, never let someone make you feel inferior or that you should change yourself. I love you

Love, Mom

Dear Drew:

My little monkey. You have brought such a happiness to our home in the short time you have been on this earth. Your contagious smile could make anyone melt. Your curious nature at exploring this huge strange world is wonderful. I pray that you always keep learning and trying to learn in this life. You have such a special spirit about you Drew boy. I look at you and feel so blessed to have you in our lives. I never imagined I could love a little boy so much! I look forward to you growing, learning, developing and showing us who you will be as an individual. You are so calm and peaceful and love to give love even at such young age. How could I ever ask for more. You are so precious to me and I will forever love you no matter where life takes you. You can achieve whatever you set your mind to. I hope you realize that we are here to guide you, support you, and love you. Always know that you have me and daddy here to help you in any time of need you may have. Keep your sweet spirit, your calmness and happiness. This life is meant for happiness even through our trials. I love you my angel boy.

Love, Mom

Our sweet boy

Little Andrew turned 6 months old on the 17th! I can't believe how fast time goes. He is so precious to us!

Some fun things about Drew

- He loves to hide his face when he smiles

- paper is his favorite toy

- he can sit all by himself

- he loves squash and bananas

- he loves to eat period.

- he loves to grab everything in sight

- he loves to sleep on his tummy

- he loves his daddy's silly voices

- he loves to play patty cake and peek-a-boo

- he rolls everywhere and so desperatly wants to crawl.

- he loves his big sister...she can light up his face faster than anyone

- he loves to be held and snuggled

- he growls all the time

We love Andrew and are so happy he was placed in our family. He truly has added so much happiness to all of us! I love being his mommy and look forward to each day with him learning all about his sweet developing personality!