hansen happenings

...random thoughts from our lives...

love...

Having way too much fun printing out Valentine freebies this afternoon. They are so adorable (I think) I had to share.

I love the look of these treat bags. Get the brownie bag here and the floral design here. Note: If you are a relative of mine and live in Bancroft I just spoiled your surprise, sorry :)

And lastly, "cardvelopes." Just print, trim, write your message and fold. Perfect for little love notes to family.

Happy Valentine's Day!

friends...


Every Monday morning a group of ladies meet at the church to do Humanitarian service. I started going for a few reasons: I like to sew and I like to chat with other ladies, even ones upwards of 80 years. And it's a bonus that there are often other kids for Noah and Ivy to play with.

We ventured out today after it took me nearly a half hour to shovel the walks and snow off the van, wow! We were quilting on the floor and I was watching Ivy like a hawk since she is drawn to the stage. The only way up and down is a small staircase which unfortunately I couldn't move since there is a lady there who is nearly blind. The last time I tried that she almost walked off the stage and I can't bear to have that on my conscience :) Almost time to go home, just wrapping up the quilt tying and I hear a thud. Ivy rolled or fell off the stage. I felt terrible, she has two large bruises/rug burns on her forehead and cheekbone. She was tired and inconsolable until we arrived home. As I rocked her to sleep Noah came into her room and was peeking at her wounds. He said, "Mom, I tried to run fast like Spiderman to catch Ivy, but I didn't make it." The love they have for each other makes me smile, how lucky they are to have each other. These photos were taken today while snuggling in a laundry basket, prior to the tumble. I think Humanitarian efforts will be put on hold until Ivy's navigating the stage better :)

words we love...


"The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love and to let it come in."

the hansens

the hansens

Lauren

Chloe

Noah

Ivy

stuff I've made