Getting ready for Valentines day

Today we worked pretty hard getting chores done around the house.

Lots of deep cleaning...and going through clothes.

It is good to have that done for now.

But they are growing like weeds now...so I am sure I am gonna have to go through it all again soon!

Anyway...after all the work...it was time for fun.

I am TOTALLY aware of my weirdness...most of it.

This one being...store bought valentines.

I am not sure why I hate buying these.

But I do.

So we thought of something fun to do for Valentines this year.

Each girl made their own little painting.

Madi did a cute little painting of a girl holding an umbrella, and it is raining hearts.

Cassi wanted to do a heart tree...filled with hearts.

And Elsie did a beautiful painting with nice bright colors...and a perfect little signature.

Then I scanned them and opened them into photoshop...

added a To and From to the side and now I will just order them on some cardstock paper...add some candy and we are good to go.

They are very excited about it.

Yes, I know they will end up in the garbage.

But the girls had fun...it is more personal then the store ones...and we are all happy.

So it was worth it.

On a side note...I really love painting with the girls and need to do it more often.

The boy makes things kind of tough...he painted for about 3 seconds before spilling the water and painting up his own belly.

Oh man...that kid.

It sure is a good thing we love him.