Because why not?

So FYI, I'm starting a book blog. I know, I know, it's because I'm so stellar at this one, right? Why not do another one? 

Seriously though, I love books and I love talking about books and I love sharing what I've read in books. So why not? It's also because I keep picking up a book to read and realizing I've ALREADY read it. Which is annoying and means my Mommy Brain is starting to influence my book memory, which is a terribly tragic thing. Hopefully keeping a record of the books I read will help! I think it's about time - I should have done it years ago.

So, what has been going on in my life besides starting another blog? Just life. And kids. And my hubby. Oh, and we got a dog. I know. 

My Jace turned TWELVE! He is adorable and is now that strange species known as a "Deacon".
SO strange to have two kids out of Primary. (And he obviously still loves fruit.)

Friends came to visit! Yes, sometimes people actually take us up on our invitations!
We loved hanging out with our "Edwards" cousins.

Easter pictures! These two are becoming good friends. I love it.

My line up

Best friends. And the blue eyed one is the main reason I finally caved on the furry one.

You mean, most families don't follow up family pictures with bamboo fights? Strange.

My big huge 8th grader getting a school award

My big huge 8th grader sprinting

We take our boxing VERY seriously around here

Getting his first scout awards. Deacons are so adorable.

Erik getting one of his last scout awards - Eagle, here we come!