My latest pin: Wasp trap

Because of the warmer-than-normal winter we just had, I've heard a lot of speculation that we'll be seeing plenty of bugs this summer.  In a normal summer, we deal with enough wasps, and we've already found a couple in the house over the past month.  My father-in-law had told us about some effective traps he's made in the past.  But that was last summer, and I couldn't remember exactly how to make it. (Can I still claim baby-brain?)  Fortunately, Pinterest had plenty of ideas. I found this tutorial for a DIY wasp trap, and it looked simple enough. All I needed was a 2L soda bottle, something to cut said bottle with, and some masking/duct tape. 

 

I would love to tell you that this wasp trap has worked like a charm.  Unfortunately, we've had freeze warnings in the forecast over the last several days, so no wasps have stepped up to try out my contraption. If you look at the original post, you'll see that it was very effective!  (I can't imagine anyone collecting all those wasps to fake an "after" photo...*shudders*) 

February Photo a Day

Yesterday I shared my January Photo a Day project.  Today I'm sharing my photos from February. 

If you're on Instagram, we're currently in the middle of April Photo a Day (search for the #photoadayapril tag).  It's never too late to join in!

Spring Break has a new appeal

I'm on Spring Break this week, and today was all about Mr. Liam!  We woke up early (even though I offered to let him sleep in), had a leisurely breakfast (or two...the boy has hobbit tendencies), and made our way to the library for Book Babies.  Since Mike and I work, we aren't able to take him, but since his sitter does story-time, we know it's something he loves!

We sang songs, listened to stories (and got to flip pages through one of the books), and had dance time!  He was so attentive, and even tried to dance a little (with Mommy's help).  And he is all about shaker/scarf time!  After Book Babies, we went to the kids' room of the library.  We tried to read That's Not My Bear, but he was more interested in climbing up and down the risers that surrounded the room.  We are definitely going back once summer vacation starts!

 

When we got home, we had lunch, played ball (he has this funny habit of rolling the ball from several feet away, then eventually finding himself right in front of me trying to throw the ball my way), and took a long nap together.  That's my idea of a perfect day! 

January Photo a Day

I think the reason I do less full-scale blogging these days is because I really enjoy the ease of "micro-blogging"...let's face it, the little guy demands a lot of my time (and I wouldn't have it any other way).  I really enjoy Instagram and all the people and challenges over there.  This year I joined in a Photo a Day challenge.  I thought I'd share my progress over the next few days.  We'll start with January (seems like a good place to start...) 

Walking!

We have a walker on our hands!

The Outfit: 2012 Easter Wrap Dress

 

I love a good maxi dress.  I've been fortunate enough to come across quite a few lately.  I found this vintage wrap dress at Street Scene while searching for something to wear for an upcoming wedding.  This wasn't even the style I was looking for, but I was just drawn to it, so I tried it on for fun.  Christina was with me, and enabled me convinced me it would make the perfect Easter dress.  And it was.  The ruffles, the tie to cinch the waistline, the killer view from the back...I haven't been this happy with an Easter dress since my Mom made them for me every year. 

A word of warning...if you wear a wrap dress, it's a good idea to wear a slip under it.  The crawling, climbing, and tugging of a 1-year old made for a few close calls.  An Easter "Peep" show, if you will. 

Happy Easter 2012!

Happy Easter!  It was such a great day!  We had an early breakfast at church, followed by a wonderful packed service.  We had lunch with Ashley and her family (they are so generous and welcoming for allowing us to celebrate with them for the past three Easters).  After coming home and taking a nap, Liam opened his Easter basket (he got a baby pool, a Dr. Seuss ABC book, and a toy remote control).  And he was such a dapper little guy!  Enjoy the pics!  I hope your Easter was a blessed one!