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Sarah Halstead

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April 11, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Manic Monday

Filed Under: Family, Photography

The other night we made home made funnel cakes. It is so easy. Just take your pancake mix and squeeze it into hot oil. Cook till brown. Remove from oil and sprinkle with powdered sugar. It sure doesn’t look pretty, but it is so good.

MM3

Here are some other photos I took this past week/weekend

Carsyn riding with Daddy on the four wheeler

Kenny worked 14 hours on Saturday. Dustyn waited till Kenny got home from work. It didn’t take long for them to fall asleep though.

My parents did come over for a little while and gave me a little relief.

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The weather has been beautiful. We have really been  enjoying it.
By the way I am a judge for My Sweetest Things Photo contest. Make sure you click here to enter. There is a really sweet prize.

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  1. Adeena says

    April 13, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Awww... I love the sleeping with Daddy pic. :D Mmmm... funnel cake. I wonder if I could do a gluten-free version?? You've got me thinking.... ;)
  2. L. says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:49 pm

    I'm going to have to try that funnel cake recipe! The shot of your husband and son sleeping together is just so sweet--great capture!
  3. angie says

    April 11, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    great pictures my favorite is the one where the little guy and big guy are sitting together snoozing how cute come see what I shared at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
  4. Joanne says

    April 11, 2011 at 6:10 pm

    Yum, funnel cakes! We'll have to try it. Love the daddy/baby shot. So sweet!
  5. mel cole says

    April 11, 2011 at 5:34 pm

    Awww, so cute nap time. Make me feel sleepy too. My Yellow Monday
  6. Kala says

    April 11, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    That image of the funnel cake looks so scrumptious!
  7. Cedar says

    April 11, 2011 at 12:48 pm

    Oh! How to pick, they are all great! Such a cute boy and sleeping with Daddy--how special is that? Love them!
  8. Gina says

    April 11, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    That Carsyn has the most infectious smile- I can't help but get in a better mood every time I see it.
  9. Marci says

    April 11, 2011 at 11:26 am

    mmmm...funnel cake! What a great idea! Reminds of the fair.
  10. Rochelle says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:53 am

    Gorgeous photos. I love funnel cakes. We have a fair not to far where I grew up called the Cotton Picken Fair. I always love getting funnel cakes there. Now I want one Lol. The one with Carsyn on the four wheeler is so cute. I can't help but smile when I see such a sweet face.
  11. Ashley Sisk says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:26 am

    Funnel cake sounds tasty and although I love all the pictures - the one of Dustyn and Kenny sleeping is so cute!
  12. Angee says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:24 am

    I love the close up of Carsyn. Such a sweet smile. Your flowers are beautiful.
  13. Summer says

    April 11, 2011 at 8:36 am

    Beautiful pics. Glad you parents came by to visit. That is awesome. Love the pics of your boys. They are soo clear! I wish I could concure this photography thing.
  14. Branson says

    April 11, 2011 at 8:08 am

    Oh my goodness the Carsyn looking over his shoulder is perfection! :) And I love the sleeping Dustyn and Kenny!
  15. Ladynred says

    April 11, 2011 at 8:04 am

    I love funnel cake. The yellow flowers are beautiful!
  16. Secret Mom Thoughts says

    April 11, 2011 at 7:58 am

    Beautiful shots. Your kids are adorable. Funnel cake is so yummy.
  17. Tracy says

    April 11, 2011 at 7:51 am

    Beautiful shots!!!! Oh, and I'm sitting here STARVING... that funnel cake looks AWESOME!!! Playing a little catch up this morning and never disappointed when I stop by.
  18. allison says

    April 11, 2011 at 7:49 am

    Your Carsyn has the most amazing eyes!

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I'm Sarah and I am the writer behind this blog. I love sharing recipes, DIY projects, photos and about my everyday life. I married my high school sweetheart Kenny. We have three boys and one baby girl - Dustyn, Carsyn, Prestyn, and Annelyn. Thanks for stopping by, can't wait to get to know you more. Read More…

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