long, fun day at Grandma’s… lots to share but  games tonight…. will post a REAL post tomorrow!

An early morning morning phone call threw our plans out the window today. Mike is sick, so instead of an overnighter over there and the increased risk of the kids catching his bug we are heading over for a day trip tomorrow. The boys were a little disappointed but much more concerned that Mike get better.

Emanuel and Ken made it in good time for Emanuel’s hearing assessment… Pocoyo doll in hand. We won’t have the results right away but the lady who gave the testing said he did really well and that we have nothing to be worried about. A relief to be sure.

So without a plan for the day we just sort of played it by ear. I made a vat of mashed potatoes, some muffins and cookies while the boys did beading. I am actually rather proud of a little piece I did last night while the guys were gaming – a penguin! Of course NOW I am out of white again but I think he will be too cute on someone’s tree!

Penguin

Gavin at Work!

Today’s mail was TERRIFIC! A box from a fellow homeschool mom who was cleaning out her craft supplies. I am going to hold some of this back for Christmas and use some myself, but my mind is reeling with possibilities. Especially with the “bear parts”… maybe a little bag or something for a special little girl or two? So the arrival of the package soothed a bit of my disappointment for not getting an overnighter away from the reality that is our home life. It is just so nice to not have to be faced with everything that has to be done, is in need of dealing with, etc etc for just a day or two.

Crafting Heaven - Thank You!!

No word today from the MP in regards to our personal government woes. So the fingers are crossed and prayers said for Monday. If it all goes through the weight that will be lifted off of Ken’s shoulders would be formidable! Which of course is a definitely good thing in regards to his personal health (which I am still absolutely excited about!).

Stitching wise – in the wake of the Chibi penguin completion I am proud to announce the addition of MULTIPLE patterns for purchase! I am hoping to get some feedback *hint hint* as to what people would like to see up – either as freebies or for purchase. I am toying with the idea of a beginner freebie section. What I need from those of you who read and stitch is some sort of opinion! I am trying to figure out where to put the main focus of my designing and would love to hear opinions so send me an email at rosereinsch@gmail.com or leave a comment here… it would be greatly appreciated!

With our unplanned day is a relatively early night – Ken and Sean are out for dinner (lucky buggers), all 4 kids are in bed anticipating their visit to Grandma’s and I am set up to bead tonight. I am working on some more ornaments so that next week I can start sorting and wrapping for gift giving… oh and baking of course… it never ends does it?

Staying Home Means Time for a Snuggle!

...and to Learn How to Slide the Conventional Way!

An unexpected play date was the best part of a relatively busy day. The boys had their very best girl over for play and dinner – Isabella. Her mom (Xinny) brought over her little brother Alexander, a nice pizza and a bag of chips. Fun food and friends = the best.

Trinity and Isabella

Ken and Alexander and PIZZA!!!

Our second completion day was a success. We finished off our Fall books… just two pieces of coloured paper on the front and taping in the loose worksheets which Ken is going to do tonight. The leaf rubbing sheet on the back was found here. Fall is book, the squirrel number book, the colouring page Emanuel used, leaf counting book, boys’ worksheets are from here, here,  and the maze they used are all found at the links listed.

Back Cover

Open Fall Lapbook

Worksheets

I made up some more ornaments last night, these out of the Perler beads idea book that came with my tray of beads. The newest pattern – baby Jesus in the manger with a barn.

Baby Jesus

My big completion is another cross stitch – the Chibi Penguin! I am very happy with the design and cannot wait to announce its posting on our pattern site!

Chibi!!

Tonight I plan on more beading and packing for our trip to mom’s. Ken has the guys over for gaming tonight so I am basically on my own. I still have a bunch of baking to take care of so we have treats at my mom’s but with Ken bringing me my missing eggs and sugar I will have plenty of time tonight to make cookies and bread and all. Best part – just enough bananas for one more loaf of banana bread!!!

With the guys ready to play the game I guess that is my signal to get going on MY projects.

Fydo!!