Kitchen!

I am very excited that our kitchen project is coming to a close. The new kitchen looks very nice. We replaced the countertops, sink, faucet, cabinet pulls, and installed a tile backsplash. The project was not without snafoos - the biggest one being that we ordered a piece of the countertop in the wrong length. Oops! But, it all worked out, and we are basically done, except for a few finishing details. We, of course, could not have done it without my parents, who sacrificed their time and offered their skills so that we could make this update possible.

We didn't do a good job of before and after photos, but I found a picture from Elise's dedication that had the old stuff. It wasn't hideously ugly, by any means - I've seen worse. But, it certainly lacked any personality (white counter tops, stainless steel sink, brass pulls).

Here is the new kitchen when looking in from the living room area. I am still working on decorating, but that will take time. We don't have the outlet covers on yet, but this gives a good view of the color of the counter top, the detail of the backsplash, and my pretty canisters the Erwins got me for Christmas. Here is the pretty sink - I really wanted a white sink. It is nice and deep - more room for stacking dishes :). Funny thing, the faucet is the exact same style I chose for our old house - just in antique bronze rather than brushed nickel. I guess my taste is consistent. Another Christmas gift (different year) from the Erwins (thanks Erwins!) was my utensil holder, spoon rest, and napkin holder. I used to have more blue in my kitchen... these items were blue. But, I decided to paint them red since the blue just wasn't working anymore - gotta love spray paint!And finally, here is my rooster - a Goodwill find!

Easter

We had a wonderful Easter celebration with my parents, Wes's parents, and the Arnolds. It was difficult to choose my favorite pictures - I think between all of the picture takers there were over 200 photos taken. But, the subjects - mostly Elise and Rebekah - were just irresistable in their Easter dresses. Also, there is a short video of Elise and Rebekah hunting eggs. I was surprised at how they seemed to know just what to do!Elise with Eve, Rebekah, and Lydia ArnoldElise and NanaElise with Papa T and G-MamaMommy and Elise after churchDaddy stealing a smooch before churchElise and Rebekah - best buds forever

Elise scheming before the egg hunt

Tumble Time

A local gymnastics studio has tumble time where toddlers can play on the mats, trampoline, and foam pit. Here are some pictures of Elise and her best bud Rebekah having fun there!

A couple new vids

Here's Elise running through her name list.

She also loves playing outside. It may be time for some mini-playground equipment in the yard