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Teamwork. Simple days









It's summer, and boy has it been heating up! This weekend we stayed in. We joined in the baby's room and painted as a family. Our daughter helped with excitement. We played some music and chatted about our plans for when her little sister arrives. Before we painted, we had a buttercream-light yellow color on the walls. It was a color I chose during my husband's last deployment in the Army.

Of course, with a toddler, painting took two full days. In between, we snacked on kettle corn and oranges while watching a movie. With this heat, I've been watering my plants early morning and later in the evening. After our time spent painting, we all freshened up and enjoyed a nice dinner. It felt so nice to sit and relax.

Our days were simple. Teamwork at its best! I'm happy to say we finished the painting.

How did you spend your time this weekend?
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  1. Jennifer HaysJune 30, 2014 at 9:47 AM

    You're getting so close now and it must be fun to be getting ready. How nice to have your daughter helping with her sister's room. It's great to get her involved. I'm glad you're so excited and happy. :)

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    1. StephanieJune 30, 2014 at 12:41 PM

      Jennifer, thank you. You're always so kind and I appreciate you stopping by. We're all very excited and can't wait to meet our baby girl. :)

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  2. MartinaJune 30, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    Hi Stephanie!

    How exciting to prepare for a new little baby and have her sister help! You guys must be so excited! It's been so hot here in Utah, so we've stayed in and watched the World Cup and are preparing for the fourth in at Mt. Rushmore. xoxo Martina

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    1. StephanieJune 30, 2014 at 12:43 PM

      Martina, thank you. We're very excited for her arrival. Oh I bet it's hot over in Utah. I'm glad to hear you have been watching the World Cup and preparing for your trip to Mt. Rushmore. It sounds like so much fun. I love how you guys are always traveling together. :)

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  3. Surprise you are a momJune 30, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    so exciting! painting your baby's room. I can totally understand the heat this summer. >_< here its been raining and when it stops we have humidity to the max. Glad that your daughter loves to help out :) Also love her curls so adorable <3

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    1. StephanieJune 30, 2014 at 12:45 PM

      Marizta, aw thank you. It sure is exciting getting things ready. Oh and you know when I talk about the heat, I often think of you. I remember where you are at and suddenly I don't want to complain much, lol. I should be okay with this weather, since I lived in Arizona for so long. I guess it's the heat and pregnancy combined. Lol ;) And thank you on the comment on my daughter and her curls. -We love them too! I hope you're having a wonderful Monday friend.

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  4. KrisJune 30, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    Oh Stephanie - I have missed reading your blog. Your pictures always brighten my day, you are getting so much closer to meeting your little girl and I couldn't be more excited for you! I'm glad you got to enjoy painting the room together as a family. :)

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    1. StephanieJune 30, 2014 at 12:47 PM

      Oh Kristy, I've missed you! :) Aw and you're so sweet. I'm so happy to hear that my pictures brighten your day. I hope all is well with you friend. And that you also enjoyed your weekend with your family.

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  5. DinaJune 30, 2014 at 6:30 PM

    Catching up on cleaning the house and other domestic duties.

    I'm glad you are setting up the new baby's room!!!

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    1. StephanieJune 30, 2014 at 9:04 PM

      Dina, don't you just love domestic duties! Lol ;) I do love having a clean house. -So of course it all comes hand in hand. :)

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  6. UnknownJune 30, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    The baby is going to have a lovely room. It is exciting when it gets close to the day when you get to meet you new baby face to face. I bet your daughter is getting so excited. It's great that she is getting to contribute so much.

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    1. StephanieJune 30, 2014 at 9:05 PM

      Betty, thank you. It sure is exciting setting on a baby's room. I remember with our first daughter, we were filled with so much joy and excitement. :)

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  7. Jennifer WolfeJuly 3, 2014 at 9:35 AM

    This is such a special time in your life...I hope you enjoy ever single simple second!

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