Okay, here I am, minding my own business, catching up on everyone's blog. I wasn't going to post yet, I don't have pictures or anything exciting to report, but I wanted to see what everyone else was up to.
There I was, and Dallas drags a chair over, stands on it and wraps his arms around my middle in the sweetest hug imaginable. I hugged him back, kissed him on the head and asked what he was doing. He looked up at me, smiled.....and rubbed his ookie nose all over my arm. Then, he climbed down and went right back to playing.
Despite this, I can't help but laugh and shake my head over it. What a little monster!
18 May 2008
17 May 2008
Mother's Day, Princes, and Boiling Oil
My Mother's Day didn't arrive on the normal date this year. My husband's big plans to do something were foiled by our stimulus check not arriving (blame the government!). Instead, when I recieved a gift card from my mom, I ventured out of my house to spend it all. Josh went with me, but refused to come into the store. When I finally came back to the car with my arms loaded with all the fun things I bought, there was a balloon and bag with my name on it waiting for me. While I'd been shopping Josh had gone to a nearby store and filled a gift bag with all sorts of things, including chocolate, cookies, and flower seeds. I was very surprised, and Josh looked like the cat who stole the cream.
Later that day, we accompanied a friend to the movies. We saw Prince Caspian, and anyone who is intending to see it....DO!!! It was great, I loved it! Our baby sitter fell through, and I walked Dallas near the door until he fell asleep in my arms, and I didn't have to miss any of the movie.
My one bad spot this week happened a few days ago, while making sticky chicken. (For those of you who have no idea what that is, see Utterly Favorite Foods on Calista's blog.) While frying up the chicken, I dropped a piece, splattering my arm with the hot oil. I now sport four giant blisters on my fore arm and a large bandaid covering two of them that broke open this morning. Th only good thing about the whole sorry affair, was that even though Dallas was standing next to me in the kitchen, none of it got on him (whew!).
All in all, I'd say I had a good week, and a great Mother's Day.
Thank you to my wonderful husband!
Later that day, we accompanied a friend to the movies. We saw Prince Caspian, and anyone who is intending to see it....DO!!! It was great, I loved it! Our baby sitter fell through, and I walked Dallas near the door until he fell asleep in my arms, and I didn't have to miss any of the movie.
My one bad spot this week happened a few days ago, while making sticky chicken. (For those of you who have no idea what that is, see Utterly Favorite Foods on Calista's blog.) While frying up the chicken, I dropped a piece, splattering my arm with the hot oil. I now sport four giant blisters on my fore arm and a large bandaid covering two of them that broke open this morning. Th only good thing about the whole sorry affair, was that even though Dallas was standing next to me in the kitchen, none of it got on him (whew!).
All in all, I'd say I had a good week, and a great Mother's Day.
Thank you to my wonderful husband!
13 May 2008
Book Tag
Awesome Tag!! I love anything to do with books!
1. Pick up the nearest book.
2. Open to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the next three sentences.
5. Tag three people, and acknowledge who tagged you.
My nearest book was In the Ruins (the second to last book in a series I've been reading).
The 6th sentence is: Their eyes stung and their noses ran from the constant irritation of falling ash and blowing grit.
The 7th sentence is: Yet the patter of ash fall eased by the time Fortunatus sighed and turned to Rosvita.
And the 8th: "What if she is not coming back, Sister?"
I tag: Sarah H., Mom and Dad M., and Abby!
I was tagged by Stephanie
1. Pick up the nearest book.
2. Open to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the next three sentences.
5. Tag three people, and acknowledge who tagged you.
My nearest book was In the Ruins (the second to last book in a series I've been reading).
The 6th sentence is: Their eyes stung and their noses ran from the constant irritation of falling ash and blowing grit.
The 7th sentence is: Yet the patter of ash fall eased by the time Fortunatus sighed and turned to Rosvita.
And the 8th: "What if she is not coming back, Sister?"
I tag: Sarah H., Mom and Dad M., and Abby!
I was tagged by Stephanie
Birthday Party!!
Saturday, Dallas went to a birthday party, and he had a blast! The party was for Cai, pictured below, and he was turning 3. Dallas ate two hot dogs, a cup of popcorn, and drank two cups of juice. Afterward, he ate a cupcake and a small amount of ice cream. He spent lots of time throwing balls around with the other kids, riding bikes, and blowing bubbles. Eventually he crashed out and stayed that way through all the tear down and goodbyes.
This is the toolbelt Cai got from Dallas.
08 May 2008
Friends and Family Tag
Rules of this Tag:
1. Answer the questions about the list of friends and/or family on your blog.
2. If you don’t have 18 names answer the question about the next name that you have not had a question for on your list.
3. Tag 5 people.
--When did you first meet the 1st person on your list?
Like Melinda, I met Cousin Abby a long time ago, but I'm not nearly as sure of the date as she is.
--What do you like about the blog of the 3rd person on your list?
I love how often Ashley includes Joseph in her pictures and posts. I don't always get Josh's name in, let alone his picture. Way to go, Ashley!!
--What do you like best about the 5th and 6th people on your list?
Several years ago, now, I had the opportunity to spend several days in the home of Uncle Ken and his family. It was great to hang out with my cousins, but I particularly remember the peaceful feeling, the warmth of the spirit that settled on their house, all the time.
Esther and I had many memories together growing up (our moms being so close and all), and I've always loved how energetic she is; and how she focuses the energy into accomplishing the goals she sets.
--How long have you known the 9th person on your list?
Oooh, I haven't actually met Jessica. She's Josh's only first cousin, and she lives too far away to visit, so I'm afraid I'm not aquainted with her at all.
--What impresses you about the 11th and 12th people on your list?
Kathy has an amazing talent at the piano, and her voice is devine! She's also impressed me with her strength in dealing with the grief of losing a loved one.
Melinda, oh, the things I could tell!! Mel doesn't just impress me, no, she astounds me with her good cheer, upbeat attitude, and smiling disposition. She and I had our moments growing up, but she's always been the one to see the bright side first.
--What is a memory you have with the 16th person on your list?
Way back when I was a snotty teenager, I went to visit Melinda at BYU Idaho. Because there was a shortage of beds, I spent the night at Rachel and Brandon's house. It was just after Jenna was born, and Rachel and I went upstairs to tidy up her new bedroom. I remember organizing tiny pink dresses in the slightly triangular room, and sighing over the perfect crib and teddy bears. Rachel told me my chance would come, and we went back downstairs to bake cookies.
--Say something nice about the 18th person on your list.
In one of the more recent posts, I have to say I am sooo JEALOUS of how great Sarah F. looks in her pregnancy. I didn't look that good (thus the reason there are no pictures of me during that time). They say a women is most beautiful when she's pregnant, and Sarah is the perfect example.
I think I'm out of people to tag, OH NO!
Just in case, I'll tag:
Abby
Grandma and Grandpa
Sarah H.
and
Mom and Dad M.
1. Answer the questions about the list of friends and/or family on your blog.
2. If you don’t have 18 names answer the question about the next name that you have not had a question for on your list.
3. Tag 5 people.
--When did you first meet the 1st person on your list?
Like Melinda, I met Cousin Abby a long time ago, but I'm not nearly as sure of the date as she is.
--What do you like about the blog of the 3rd person on your list?
I love how often Ashley includes Joseph in her pictures and posts. I don't always get Josh's name in, let alone his picture. Way to go, Ashley!!
--What do you like best about the 5th and 6th people on your list?
Several years ago, now, I had the opportunity to spend several days in the home of Uncle Ken and his family. It was great to hang out with my cousins, but I particularly remember the peaceful feeling, the warmth of the spirit that settled on their house, all the time.
Esther and I had many memories together growing up (our moms being so close and all), and I've always loved how energetic she is; and how she focuses the energy into accomplishing the goals she sets.
--How long have you known the 9th person on your list?
Oooh, I haven't actually met Jessica. She's Josh's only first cousin, and she lives too far away to visit, so I'm afraid I'm not aquainted with her at all.
--What impresses you about the 11th and 12th people on your list?
Kathy has an amazing talent at the piano, and her voice is devine! She's also impressed me with her strength in dealing with the grief of losing a loved one.
Melinda, oh, the things I could tell!! Mel doesn't just impress me, no, she astounds me with her good cheer, upbeat attitude, and smiling disposition. She and I had our moments growing up, but she's always been the one to see the bright side first.
--What is a memory you have with the 16th person on your list?
Way back when I was a snotty teenager, I went to visit Melinda at BYU Idaho. Because there was a shortage of beds, I spent the night at Rachel and Brandon's house. It was just after Jenna was born, and Rachel and I went upstairs to tidy up her new bedroom. I remember organizing tiny pink dresses in the slightly triangular room, and sighing over the perfect crib and teddy bears. Rachel told me my chance would come, and we went back downstairs to bake cookies.
--Say something nice about the 18th person on your list.
In one of the more recent posts, I have to say I am sooo JEALOUS of how great Sarah F. looks in her pregnancy. I didn't look that good (thus the reason there are no pictures of me during that time). They say a women is most beautiful when she's pregnant, and Sarah is the perfect example.
I think I'm out of people to tag, OH NO!
Just in case, I'll tag:
Abby
Grandma and Grandpa
Sarah H.
and
Mom and Dad M.
07 May 2008
Caught with the Cleaner
Hearing a clatter in the kitchen, I peaked in and found Dallas rifling through my cleaning supplies. Fortunately, none of them contained any bleach.
05 May 2008
...Just the Cowboy in me
Here they are: all of Dallas' cowboy blankets. G'ma Reid's arrived a few days ago, and I had to take a picture of them together. The red one is denim on the other side, and was made by his Great-great Aunt Linda. The light blue with boots and cacti was made by his Great-Grandma Danes. And the Boots Quilt was by G'ma Reid. Dallas loves hauling blankets around, and especially likes to have them draped over his head so he can run around like a ghost and "scare" people:)02 May 2008
Relay for Life
I had to post this before going to bed, I just knew I'd forget otherwise.
A friend of ours asked us what we were doing tonight, and when we said the obvious "nothing", she invited us out past the viaduct to support her in the Relay for Life. While we had no idea what it was, we decided to go. It turned out to be a very fulfilling hour.
The Relay for Life was a relay walk for survivors of cancer. The evening began with The Star Spangled Banner, followed by The Pledge of Allegiance, and it felt so good to see every hand on heart, and hats removed, and tears in the eyes of the man standing next to me.
There were a whole bunch of teams that would keep walking all night (7pm-7am) to signify the heartache and troubles of those who were going through therapy and chemo. The sun going down was the terrible news that would change their life, and the dark, cold night was their difficulties going on, sometimes even wishing to give up; then the sun rise to symbolize the cure, the triumph of overcoming it.
Josh and I weren't prepared for the entire thing, so we had to bring Dallas home (it was getting pretty chilly) and put him to bed. But, in my head, I keep seeing those women (and a few men) walking with their heads up, determined to make one lap, then another, to prove that they were strong enough to weather the night, to prove they were willing to do anything on their way to finding a cure.
It was beautiful, and I wish I could have stayed. And next year, I'll post a picture of my participant t-shirt that I will receive for walking alongside such brave people.
A friend of ours asked us what we were doing tonight, and when we said the obvious "nothing", she invited us out past the viaduct to support her in the Relay for Life. While we had no idea what it was, we decided to go. It turned out to be a very fulfilling hour.
The Relay for Life was a relay walk for survivors of cancer. The evening began with The Star Spangled Banner, followed by The Pledge of Allegiance, and it felt so good to see every hand on heart, and hats removed, and tears in the eyes of the man standing next to me.
There were a whole bunch of teams that would keep walking all night (7pm-7am) to signify the heartache and troubles of those who were going through therapy and chemo. The sun going down was the terrible news that would change their life, and the dark, cold night was their difficulties going on, sometimes even wishing to give up; then the sun rise to symbolize the cure, the triumph of overcoming it.
Josh and I weren't prepared for the entire thing, so we had to bring Dallas home (it was getting pretty chilly) and put him to bed. But, in my head, I keep seeing those women (and a few men) walking with their heads up, determined to make one lap, then another, to prove that they were strong enough to weather the night, to prove they were willing to do anything on their way to finding a cure.
It was beautiful, and I wish I could have stayed. And next year, I'll post a picture of my participant t-shirt that I will receive for walking alongside such brave people.
Pic of the Day
Oops! I forgot to post a pic of this when I took it. This is our deck, we made it out of the boards Chris and Laurie took off of their deck when they resurfaced it. Laurie thought we might want to use them, instead of throwing them away, and I jumped on it. I have been very pleased with myself the last few weeks, being able to sit at my own deck, on my own chairs. Now all I need to do is wash it down...
30 April 2008
Pic of the Day
While I was folding laundry on the bed, Dallas investigated the open dryer. He's never tried it before, but he really enjoyed climbing in and out over and over again.
28 April 2008
Then and Now Tag
Rules: Go through pictures and memories taken (or given) in an identical situation, to find something that you can compare with now. Use pics or don't, and we'll see how life has changed from then...to now. Tag two people to pass it on.
Okay, here goes. I used a pic I'd taken of my yard when we had a snowstorm, obviously, the snow is gone, and the beautiful green shows off in the next one. I thought this was a good "then and now" set, because it not only shows how each is beautiful in its own way, but also shows the renewal of life that takes place in the earth.
I tag Esther and Sarah H.
Okay, here goes. I used a pic I'd taken of my yard when we had a snowstorm, obviously, the snow is gone, and the beautiful green shows off in the next one. I thought this was a good "then and now" set, because it not only shows how each is beautiful in its own way, but also shows the renewal of life that takes place in the earth.
I tag Esther and Sarah H.
Pic of the Day
The normal babble had been coming from Dallas' room to wake me up. On this occasion, as you can see, he was not in his crib. He was not very concerned about where he was, but he made it clear he wanted down. I made sure I got a pic of it first. And then promptly rearranged his bedroom.
21 April 2008
Snicker Salad
Since I have been begged to post my recipe, I will do so. Although it isn't really mine, it is one of my favorites.
The recipe isn't difficult, and while I was given precise amounts, I tend to play it by taste.
Snicker Salad
3 apples, chopped
3 bananas, sliced
4 Snickers Bars, chunked
Cool Whip
Mix all ingridients, cool whip to preferred texture, chill and enjoy!
Note: I don't add the bananas until I'm just about to serve, I don't like them to get mushy.
I have taken suggestions to add manderin oranges to this, but haven't actually done it yet, it was said after it was already made the other night.
The recipe isn't difficult, and while I was given precise amounts, I tend to play it by taste.
Snicker Salad
3 apples, chopped
3 bananas, sliced
4 Snickers Bars, chunked
Cool Whip
Mix all ingridients, cool whip to preferred texture, chill and enjoy!
Note: I don't add the bananas until I'm just about to serve, I don't like them to get mushy.
I have taken suggestions to add manderin oranges to this, but haven't actually done it yet, it was said after it was already made the other night.
20 April 2008
Surprise Party
I'm afraid I don't have any pictures of this but it was so much fun!
Well, to start, we didn't plan this (thus the surprise part), but once we got started on it, it was a blast!! Th weather was so beautiful yesterday, I suggested to Josh that we have a BBQ and invite Sarah and Eddie and the kids. When I called Sarah she called Eddie (he had to work on a Satuday, yuck), and he thought it might be fun to invite two other friends of theirs, a young newlywed couple. Then Josh wanted to invite a couple of his friends from school, and, of course, we invited Alan.
Sarah and I started cooking like mad to get things ready. We had venison and beef steaks, hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, Snicker salad, soda, baked beans, chips and dip, and, for dessert, a giant chocolate chip cookie smothered in frosting. Sarah and I also made jell-os, but they refused to set up in time.
Josh fired up the grill and Dallas and I helped him set up the pool, but the little guy didn't like the water much, apparently it was too cold (nothing like his bathwater). Josilyn and Dallas played in the pool (Dallas from the edge), and poor Josilyn got so cold we put her in the hot tub to warm her back up. We all had so much fun, laughing and talking late into the night, even though the bugs swarmed, and the eveing got cooler. It was hard to gather things up, and let people go home.
By using paper plates, plastic-ware, and large garbage cans, clean-up was quick and easy, and we didn't have to have this big push to get things cleaned up and we went from clean-up back to visiting with hardly a beat.
As we all said good-bye, we agreed that we should get together more often, and Eddie said we needed a big campfire next time. I can't wait to do it again.
Well, to start, we didn't plan this (thus the surprise part), but once we got started on it, it was a blast!! Th weather was so beautiful yesterday, I suggested to Josh that we have a BBQ and invite Sarah and Eddie and the kids. When I called Sarah she called Eddie (he had to work on a Satuday, yuck), and he thought it might be fun to invite two other friends of theirs, a young newlywed couple. Then Josh wanted to invite a couple of his friends from school, and, of course, we invited Alan.
Sarah and I started cooking like mad to get things ready. We had venison and beef steaks, hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, Snicker salad, soda, baked beans, chips and dip, and, for dessert, a giant chocolate chip cookie smothered in frosting. Sarah and I also made jell-os, but they refused to set up in time.
Josh fired up the grill and Dallas and I helped him set up the pool, but the little guy didn't like the water much, apparently it was too cold (nothing like his bathwater). Josilyn and Dallas played in the pool (Dallas from the edge), and poor Josilyn got so cold we put her in the hot tub to warm her back up. We all had so much fun, laughing and talking late into the night, even though the bugs swarmed, and the eveing got cooler. It was hard to gather things up, and let people go home.
By using paper plates, plastic-ware, and large garbage cans, clean-up was quick and easy, and we didn't have to have this big push to get things cleaned up and we went from clean-up back to visiting with hardly a beat.
As we all said good-bye, we agreed that we should get together more often, and Eddie said we needed a big campfire next time. I can't wait to do it again.
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