spring days

Happy St.Patty's Day!!

Hi everyone and a happy birthday to my brother Matt!

I can't believe it's been a week since I was last on here. gosh how time whizzes by! This past weekend Cadence went to Ainsworth with my mom and the rest of us went to Castlegar again,this time to see the Home and Lifestyle show that was at the college, it was pretty interesting, I'm very excited with my new SHAMWOW that I got he he he. When we got back, Pat and the girls decided to go for a hike. It is so nice that we just have to walk out the back door and into the forest behind us to go for a hike. They had fun and I enjoyed the peace and quiet (Gabe was asleep)

I had to show this picture of Gabe and his hockey stick, 1 1/2 years old and this kid is obsessed with hockey!

Well, today we went to Castlegar to visit Grandma Dustyand Tim and the dogs, Dusty,George and Gracie. We had a wonderful time going out for lunch at Tim Hortons and then we took all the dogs for a walk at Keenley side dam, the weather cooperated and the kids had a blast. The girls climbed on a bunch of rocks and Gabe had fun trying to throw balls for the dogs and giving grandma all his "treasures"

On our way to Castlegar, Gabe fell asleep after snack, note the drool and the bag still on his hand! he he he

I just wanted to say how glad I am to hear some feedback from people, so I will continue to try and keep my blog updated for all of you!

Well today is pretty dreary around here, its cloudy and raining, which has prompted feelings of spring (and the realization that spring break is next week!). The little kids and I started the oh so fun task of spring cleaning, dusting and vacuuming all the ceiling, walls and floors etc. I have been trying to do this at least twice a year cause in a log house, so much dust collects on the top sides of the logs and you wouldn't believe the amount of cobwebs that build up! those little eight legged creatures love these walls! I swear I vaccuum corners for cobwebs at least once a week!!

One of my little helpers, Gabriel.

Anyways, the kids and I have definitely been feeling the effects of cabin fever as the snow hasn't been very good for sledding or anything really, but on friday we went out and did a little spring sledding (as you can see with the dirt patches!) oh well, hopefully all this rain will melt the snow faster and we can go to the parks soon. As you can probably tell I can't wait for it to be summer again, can't wait for days on the beach and camping and hiking etc.

Cadence on her tummy and Nyla carrying her saucer up the hill.

Bear with me as I keep learning how to do this blogging thing,

Sam