Wow, it has literally been two months since I posted here! Life has just been extra busy, especially with the remodel, and I just haven’t had any free time. However, the bulk of the construction is over and the boys are asleep so I have a few minutes to catch up here. So let the Quick Take Friday begin!

Thanks to the generosity of my father-in-law, we were able to convert our garage into a third bedroom, fix up the kids’ rooms and spruce of the bathrooms. We had a wonderful contractor who got the job done on time and within budget. (Hats off to you, Alex!) I must say that I always thought shopping at Home Depot was boring but now I love the place! Although, the only problem with fixing up the house is that your eye is now trained to see all the other defects that need fixing. Unless you have an endless supply of money, you have to work with what you have and just save for the big stuff! Here is a peak at the kids’ new rooms.

Earlier today I was getting some laundry done and watching last year’s The Next Food Network Star. I can’t believe the new season starts up on Sunday already! I’m looking forward to it. 🙂

The books on my nightstand at the moment: The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman and Jane Austen’s Persuasion. (Time to revisit a favorite classic.)

Congratulations to Bella who made her First Communion last month. It is so beautiful to see her innocent soul excited to receive Our Lord for the first time. May God be the center of her life always!

Andrew is approaching his third birthday and it is so cute to watch his little personality bloom. He has been especially good at playing loving big brother to JP, rubbing his hand on his back or giving him a kiss on the head. He still comes by and discreetly knocks him over once in awhile but for the most part, they get along well.

Lastly, our little John-Paul (JP) is not so little anymore. He is nine months now and can crawl at remarkable speed considering that his knees never touch the ground! (It is hilarious!) And he is standing and cruising along the furniture so walking will be here before you know it!

That’s it for now. Have a great weekend!!