Slinky. Fun for a boy or a girl.

I wish I had an image, a video, anything of the way a slinky made my little girl giggle last night. Well, not just giggle but all-out laugh until she couldn't breathe type of laugh...so ridiculously cute. I'm afraid she's already got more personality in her left pinky toe than I do in my entire being! She's alot of fun lately--talking (well making noises) and crawling and standing. She's just starting to imitate, which I've been waiting for because well Chris and I do some really silly things sometimes. Anyway, she's a riot and we're having tons of fun!

Visit from Texas

This last week my parents were here from Austin. They drove 2 days to stay for 7 (babysit for 2 of those so Chris and I could get away) and drove 2 days home. They are troopers! It was no month, but it was great to see them and be with them. My sister came down Sat. through Tues. too! We had fun doing some of the fall things one does in western North Carolina. We ooohhhed and ahhhhed at the leaves changing, went to the farmer's market, cooked seasonal vegetables like squash and sweet potatoes, drove on the parkway, took walks in downtown Weaverville, and...made apple butter (twice) from apples in our own backyard. My mom found a good crock pot recipe. Not only did it taste good, but it keeps the house smelling delicious for 12+ hours!! If we're here next year, I'll definitely do it again. We played hours and hours of Boggle and Bananagrams. Charlotte showed off all her tricks and even some new ones: going from kneeling to standing and pooping in the early morning :) All in all, great trip. I was sad to see them go...I even shed a tear as they drove down the hill and turned onto Reems Creek.

Bows

So I've been busy making fabric flowers--exciting I know!? But I've had fun with them and fun coming up with new ways to do it. I just love pretty fabric. There is something sentimental and romantic and personal about fabric...to me anyway!

My folks are driving to our house as we speak. I'm really looking forward to being with them. Usually I'm working and hosting and tired, but hopefully I'll get to spend some more time with them than usual. My sister is visiting this weekend too. Chris and I are taking a little trip this weekend to the urban metropolis of Hot Springs, NC for a little R&R while the grandparents watch the girl and the dog (who is driving me absolutely nuts these days!). Anyway, lots of upcoming adventures. I'll be sure and take pictures and make some posts of their visit.

To all the ladies out there, I think we could all use a huge flower on our head :)

Oct. 1!

Can't believe it's Oct. already! When did that happen? This week the weather turned to fall and the mood is changing from white wine and salad to red vino and soup. Speaking of, I'd love some good recipes if you've got them!

I've started crafting again and have made rings(!) and cards. Here are some sample pics:

What do you think? Any ideas or suggestions?

By the way, I am LOVING the breadmaker!