Studio Twinkle Makeover

Here are some pictures of the remodel in progress for Studio Twinkle. Aunti Nut came this weekend to offer some much needed help in the paint department, and of course to spend some quality time with her neice and nephew. Here you can see the tremendous amount of work that went into covering the mystery yellow paint and removing the country blue Levolar blinds. I started putting up some of the fancy dots too, just some wall decals I found at Modern. They match the fabric I am using for accents, I think there is a peek of it in the foreground of one of these shots.

Stay tuned as more wonderful remodeling surprises take place in the Studio... Did someone say get rid of that tacky carpet?

Speaking of new carpet, I think Esme is going to follow in her Auntie's painting talent, as you can see by the little paint footprint on my rusty carpet... With a sandal full of white paint after stepping in the full tray, she responded to her mum's question of "Does that feel good?" by wiggling her little toes and nodding. The rest of her painting career was spent behind baby-gate bars.
 

In Loving Memory

For Oliver, the Best Cat ever. We will miss you, as will anyone who ever slept on our sofa. You were a true cat of the people.


1995-2006. 

The Darling Visit

Here are some special moments from our weekend with the Portland Darlings. The babies were instant friends, smooching and hugging. Grace was a bit surprised to walk into a house where everybody seemed to know her, especially these boisterous little kids, but she soon settled into the rowdy play group and I think I even heard her say, "Eat my dust." After that challenge, Esme invited her cousin Grace to ride the ranch.
Esme and Grace got to bond further when it was discovered they had matching bibs! What a testimony to good taste and future friendship.
Poor Uncle Josh. I think he was forced from his bed too early. Here he is shown recuperating from an early morning with Finn and Ollie.

We had such a great time, and can't wait for more visits with Grace and company. Love to you all!!

Cheers!

I guess this was dinner one night. A high-protein smoothie, rich in banana, copious berries, yogurt, milk, Ovaltine and just a hint of Tahitian vanilla (oops!, the secret recipe!). Finn earned major points when he said, "Next time we'll make the smoothie with NO banana, Mommy. Then you can share with us." 

Baby Who

Little Who. I had to post this picture, what a sweet face.