Wax

Not all family nights are created equal. Sometimes, they even get repeated.  Our lesson last Monday night was about being "peacemakers." We practiced memorizing the scripture, found in the Book of Mormon, "Blessed are all the Peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God." Although every family member (except Norman) was able to recite the scripture for the week, I don't really feel like the Smith family has internalized this one... so... our lesson and scripture are on round two. (Just to be clear, my children did quarrel quite a bit this week, but I was also a real grumpy pants this week and am glad for the chance of a do-over.) On to the fun bits: I made strawberry shortcake for dessert and Annie planned our activity (she does that a lot) which happened to be "wax hands." It's a beauty treatment where you dip your hands into super warm, melted wax. The wax coats your hands. Then you place your hands into bags and let it cool. Then you peel the wax off, and your hands are super soft... I found the wax melting unit at a Goodwill in AZ on a sisters trip. Good find.

Annie has just dipped her foot, bagged it and is wearing the blue cozy. On to the next foot.

Simon just dipped his hand.

Peeling off the wax on her foot.

Owen's wax hand.