But I don't wanna be a fireman

Okay, so I had all these great images of Justin spending the day visiting friends and family with his Fireman outfit on. Well, he hates wearing it.....despises it and insists that we take it "off"

He just came in after taking if off and promptly took it to the dirty laundry basket and "shoved" it in....I think he is trying to hide it so I won't make him wear it....and I won't. I got his picture and that is fine....no point in making him miserable...so to all you who will see him, I guess he will be a little boy for today.

Digger Drawing

So lately Digger the dog has been busy. He does things around the house that are naughty....like touching the keyboard on the computer, but the other night he was being good and coloring.....Digger is a good artist....

Going Potty

Recently Justin has had an interest when we go "potty"...he backs up to the big T and tries to get on, so this past weekend we bought him his own...he loves it. Thought we would let him sit on it and get used to it before we start the training - maybe after the holidays.

My ebay experience

Well, I thought I would try my luck making a few bucks on Ebay....here is the story.

I purchased a few items from Wallyworld on great clearance...placed them up for bid on ebay. One item was something I had and didn't need anymore. So, first week 2 of the 4 items sold. I put the other 2 back up for a week and they didn't sell...so after all the ebay and paypal fees for the whole venture in the last 2 weeks - I made a whoppin $2.50

So, this hasn't been a great experience for me.....for money making at least.

I did sell an item on craigslist and made about $10 in profit, but had to wait around for this lady to pick it up in the "big city' and she was very very late...so that was frustrating....

Anybody do well on ebay? What do you sell?

A Harvest Post

We went to a pumpkin patch yesterday with our dear friends.....The Boone and Gina clan as well at the Kay Clan...it was so much fun. We figured we would be there 30 minutes to an hour, but definately not more....well....two hours later....we finally decide we are done for the day. The kids did fabulous together - loved being outside...checked out the animals and did some activities...fun had by all...even we parents and Grammy...

Our little Family



On our way I had to take a picture of Justin and his hat.


Choosing pumpkins...all three in the wagon.


Note Abigail holding onto Justin's hand.


This one looks good.


We chose 3 baby pumpkins in the end from the store...fine by us...we can decorate our table with them and they are the perfect size for Justin


Hammerin the walnuts.


The girls playing "what can I take for your order today"

Freegans

So as I am sitting here, I keep thinking of ways to save, save, save....just my thing I guess. I was thinking of the freegan lifestyle...not that I would want to be a total freegan, but I do see the point of a lot of it. Wasted food going into our landfills...why can't it go to people who need food, or to people who might just eat it.

I don't think our small town is much for the freeganism...doubt that the grocery store throws it out at night and I don't think I will be dumpster diving anytime soon - but the notion is interesting.

I am always trying to consume less, recyle, and come up with more home-made versions of things.

all better

Well, Justin is mended....he had a cough most of the week, and now is good. Has been sleeping a bit better at night and his tooth is finally popped through.....we do still wake at the wee hours of the morning, but take good naps...I will take what I can get.

Here is a photo of the happy boy. The hat has been on since he woke up and probably will stay on all day long.....

Medicine Cabinet

This morning I went through my portion of the medicine cabinet and I have some meds that I need to get rid of...but what do you do with them? I know you can't flush them, and I don't really want to just throw them in the way...is there a safe way to rid of them? Some are expired vitamins and some prescription....

We Love BOOKS!!!

Justin loves books..we read every day before nap and before Daddy gets home....Here he is pulling out all his books...enjoyment!

Homemade Soy Sauce

I didn't have any soy sauce here at home, and didn't want to buy some...so I googled to see if I had the stuff to make it here at home...sure enough....

Homemade Soy Sauce

INGREDIENTS
4 tablespoons beef bouillon
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons dark molasses
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch white pepper
1 pinch garlic powder
1 1/2 cups water


DIRECTIONS
In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together the beef bouillon, balsamic vinegar, molasses, ginger, white pepper, garlic powder and water. Boil gently until liquid is reduced to about 1 cup, about 15 minutes.

Preparing my experiment....

Getting the juices stirring....


I added the TBSP that I needed in the crockpot for dinner tonight....and we will see how it tastes tonight.....

Laundry Soap

I have been making my own Laundry soap for some time now, but this one is a bit different than what I have done in the past...no cooking involved in this one, I might try it...

Laundry Soap

1 cup Vinegar (white)
1 cup Baking Soda
1 cup Washing Soda
1/4 cup liquid castile soap

• Mix well and store in sealed container.
• I find it easiest to pour the liquid soap into the bowl first, stirred in the washing soda, then baking soda, then added the vinegar in small batches at a time (the recipe foams up at first). The mixture is a thick paste at first that will break down into a heavy powdered detergent, just keep stirring. There may be some hard lumps, try to break them down when stirring (it really helps to make sure the baking soda isn’t clumpy when first adding).

Dish Soap

So I am still on my search for all homemade items...this one I found...although I just made the purchase yesterday, the next time I need dish soap, I am going to make this (this why I need to blog it too)...

• Dish Soap
• If you have allergies or your skin gets dried out from using purchased dish soap, making your own dish soap is simple and effective. There are a few different ways make dish soap, but all of them are quick and easy.
  
  To store your homemade dish soap, recycle dish soap squeeze bottles or purchase empty plastic bottle with a squeeze top for ease of use.
  
  Dish soap can be made using liquid castile soap, soap flakes or soap scraps.
  
  Liquid Castile Soap (Handmade Liquid Soap)
  
  Using liquid castile soap is the easiest way to make your own dish soap, as the base is already made for you. All you have to do is add a few ingredients, mix it up, and voila! You can purchase liquid castile soap at most health food stores. Here's what you need:
  
  * 2 cups of castile soap(Handmade Liquid Soap)
  * A few drops of essential oil
  * 1/2 cup of water
  
  
  To make the soap, follow these instructions.
  
  1. Combine two cups of liquid castile soap(Handmade Liquid Soap) with 1/2 cup of warm water.
  
  2. Add a few drops of essential oils for a pleasant scent.
  
  3. Shake or mix well and place in a squeeze bottle.
  
  4. Shake the soap well before using.