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Winter project

I wanted something new for my bedroom. I have gotten tired of the wallpaper that I have had since we moved it. But BOY what a project it turned in to.

Thursday I started ripping down the wallpaper. The top part (stripes) came down with out any problems. The bottom part (green) was horrible. I read on line that I could use Dish soap and warm water to remove the glue and backing. That did help but I don't think I will be using wallpaper again for a LONG time, if ever! The first color I picked was too dark so I went for a lighter color. It is called Sensual Silver. Not to be confused with Centrum Silver.

I also needed to repaint the trim and base boards. I also painted the doors to my room and closet, and the two cubby hole doors. They really needed it. I had to work Saturday morning so my painting had to wait.

When I had one wall left I let the kids draw on the wall. I told them this was the ONLY time they were able to write on the walls. They were so excited. They drew pictures and wrote their names. Then I painted over it. I finished Sunday night. Now I love my new room!!

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Trinity pulled out her first tooth on Christmas night. Months ago when it started to get loose I told her maybe the Tooth Fairy and Santa would come on the same night. I really didn't think she would cut it so close. She was really brave when she pulled it out herself.

Then a week and a day later, she pulled the other one out. What a cutie she is with her missing teeth.

Shayla's in the Band

Shayla wanted to play the Trumpet in the school band. We were finally able to get it yesterday. She has practiced a few times already in school. This was her first time with her own (rental) trumpet. She was so proud. Wondering if we need a sound proof room.

First Day of School

First Day of School

Shayla 4th grade

Trinity 1st grade

Riana Pre-K

Halloween Preparations
With Halloween coming soon, I decided it was time to clean out the old costumes. I had some willing little models to help me.


Trinity as Dora. I thought I threw out this wig but I guess I knew better and saved it for eBay.

Riana as a white bunny and Ladybug.
This CareBear costume has gotten so much use! All 3 girls have worn it. When Halloween comes around we have a few events to attend so each costume is worn about 3 times in just one season.

I started each one at $.99. I checked the Care Bear one last night. It is up to $17. Not too bad for something that I am happy to get out of the cubby hole.
Notice Riana's pose in each picture. She did it on her own and that makes it even cuter.

Christmas

Riana got a bike from Santa. It is big for her now but she will ride it someday.

At Uncle Jimmy's house for Christmas Dinner. These are the dresses my mom made for them.