Crunchy Granola

Easy and tasty. My only regret is that we didn't double the recipe. Oh well, now we have an excuse to make more.

40 Days Left

We've been counting down the days until Matthew graduates. We started with 115, and as of today there are 40 days left. He's been chipping away at this degree for six years, so this is a much-anticipated milestone for our family. In a lot of ways, it can't come fast enough.

As I've crossed off the days, however, I can't help but feel it's a waste to want time to pass more quickly. We're each allotted a finite amount of time to live. What would I do differently if I knew this were my last 40 days on Earth? Surely I'd want time to slow down, and I'd want to savor each moment. Since I don't know what the future holds, why not savor each day as if it were my last?

Random Photo of the Week

We've had a little Easter bunny sighting at our house.

Can you believe this child is only 7 months old? Hippity hop, baby!

Springtime is the Best

We took a walk to the flowers. Meet our plant neighbors!

Love,
Betsy

There was a scary dog on the other side of the fence. We could take a picture anyways.


The beautiful white flowers are the best, and I love them so much.


Yellow is my favorite color.


We took a picture with a camera.

Most of this tree fell down in the snow. But this part is doing good.

Springtime is the best.

-Betsy

This was a fun mother-daughter project, walking around the neighborhood, cameras in hand, seeking things blooming. The best kind of treasure hunt. Then we worked together, editing images and deciding which to post. Betsy enjoys going to "our blog" and looking at the pictures we took.

-Becca

Warm Days, and Water to Play In

Sometimes, the simplest toys are the best. A few bottles and pots from the play kitchen...




...in a plastic drawer full of water make for a happy afternoon.

Babies in Terrycloth Footie Pajamas

Because really, what could be snugglier?

Happy Birthday, Grandmommy

My maternal grandmother was born 90 years ago today. Although we lived hundreds of miles apart, and I was barely eleven years old when she died, she had a profound impact on my life. Never underestimate how much meaning and joy a grandparent can bring to a child. I'm so glad to have known her.


Today, in honor of her birthday, the girls and I planted pansies. My mom says they were my grandmother's favorite early spring flower.