Last May my parents came out for Joseph's baptism. I didn't get as many pictures as I wanted, but I'm glad I remembered to get this one.
Since we live in a 3 bedroom house and knew baby #6 would be here this year I was determined to figure out a better space saving plan. I saw a bunch of triple bunk beds online that you could buy; however, they were well over my price range. I found $10 plans and decided it was something we could do with my parents help. We had some wonderful friends in the branch who loaned/helped us use their tools and truck to pick up the wood. As usual, I wish I had taken more pictures of the process. Getting one of Frank helping was a good one to get.
My parents were great sports to spend 3 days of their time at my house working on these. Total costs from wood, to stain, to plans came to just under $300.
We've had these bunks for 2 1/2 months now and they are still very much loved. They are also extremely sturdy. In case people are wondering who sleeps on which bed, Derek is on the top, Joseph the middle and Jason as of 2 days ago is on the bottom.
My parents trip had them here on mother's day. That was fun for me. My siblings helped pitch in on a gift that I hoped my mother would like. Sometimes watching your mom cry is a good thing ;)
They were also here for Joseph's birthday. My mother made Joseph the Harry Potter robes he'd been wanting. And Derek bought him the owl webkinz.
All the kids very excited about Joseph's knex set.
Last Feb the oldest 3 started taking Karate lessons. Here the boys have recently gotten their yellow belts.
This reading picture pretty much sums up our entire summer.
Derek's 7th birthday.
