THE LORD GOD MADE MAN AND IT WAS GOOD!!!
CUPCAKE THURSDAY
Thought it'd be fun to share the recipe with everyone.
CHERRY CREAM CHEESE TART
2- 8OZ. Cream cheese
1 C. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
350 degree oven. Cupcake liners in pans.
Beat cream cheese with mixer until fluffy.
Add sugar, vanilla, beating well.
Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well in-
between. Lay a vanilla wafer, flat side
down in each muffin cup. Spoon in cream
cheese over wafer.
Bake 20 min. Allow to cool completely.
Serve with cherry filling on top!
EASY PEASY!!
CHERRY CREAM CHEESE TART
2- 8OZ. Cream cheese
1 C. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
12 vanilla wafers
350 degree oven. Cupcake liners in pans.
Beat cream cheese with mixer until fluffy.
Add sugar, vanilla, beating well.
Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well in-
between. Lay a vanilla wafer, flat side
down in each muffin cup. Spoon in cream
cheese over wafer.
Bake 20 min. Allow to cool completely.
Serve with cherry filling on top!
EASY PEASY!!
HEADING NORTH
Maybe insanity has set in? Just when its become absolutely gorgeous down here-its been 70 degrees!! And I've been sport'in shorts,flip-flops and a t-shirt for the last 2 days!! Now I'm headed where the nasty white stuff is piled up everywhere, and I have to pack a winter coat and boots! hogwash!!
Anyway, there are few things that could tempt me to make this journey at this time of year. And to add insult to injury, Im torn between the activities up north and the important activity right here at home! Mayci will be baptized this Saturday! I hate the idea of missing this great event! But here is how I justify it all. There are fewer occasions when my brother will have a son-who's a senior this year- who will be playing first string, in the State Championship basketball tournament!! It also further entices me to go knowing that my bro is going to make time to enjoy the event. Work will become second fiddle this weekend!! So yes, Im headed up to cheer madly for my nephew, Josh!! To scream with abandon along with my bro and his good wife Debbie. It'll be great to do some visiting and catching up with them and to relax and maybe even sleep in a little.
Im going to do my best to avoid the dreaded white stuff. And look forward to visiting with BF Judy and fun family in Salt Lake.
GO LONE PEAK!!!
Anyway, there are few things that could tempt me to make this journey at this time of year. And to add insult to injury, Im torn between the activities up north and the important activity right here at home! Mayci will be baptized this Saturday! I hate the idea of missing this great event! But here is how I justify it all. There are fewer occasions when my brother will have a son-who's a senior this year- who will be playing first string, in the State Championship basketball tournament!! It also further entices me to go knowing that my bro is going to make time to enjoy the event. Work will become second fiddle this weekend!! So yes, Im headed up to cheer madly for my nephew, Josh!! To scream with abandon along with my bro and his good wife Debbie. It'll be great to do some visiting and catching up with them and to relax and maybe even sleep in a little.
Im going to do my best to avoid the dreaded white stuff. And look forward to visiting with BF Judy and fun family in Salt Lake.
GO LONE PEAK!!!
(i love #32! would it kill him to smile?)
GO JOSH!!!
THIS WEEK:
I'm lov'in the SMELL of: fresh mowed lawn!! Yes its true!!
I'm lov'in the SOUND of: robins! they're back!! YEAH!!
I'm lov'in the TASTE of: dried cherries. fresh juice from our juicer. I threw in a beet for good measure.
I'm lov'in the SIGHT of: my daffodils and hyaciths pushing upwards out of the cold soil. Johnny Depp in Chocolat aint bad either!! oooh la,la!!
I'm lov'in the FEEL of: I'm gonna say it again--THE SUN!! This is the time of year when my swing by the pool gets back in business! On the flip-side: you know those little sawdust packets that warm up magically when you open them and shake them? LOVE THESE!!!
I'm pray'in for: SPRING!!! All our missionaries- Stephen, Anna, Stephanie, Benjamin, and Melanie and pre mission Clark. My dad.
I'm lov'in the SOUND of: robins! they're back!! YEAH!!
I'm lov'in the TASTE of: dried cherries. fresh juice from our juicer. I threw in a beet for good measure.
I'm lov'in the SIGHT of: my daffodils and hyaciths pushing upwards out of the cold soil. Johnny Depp in Chocolat aint bad either!! oooh la,la!!
I'm lov'in the FEEL of: I'm gonna say it again--THE SUN!! This is the time of year when my swing by the pool gets back in business! On the flip-side: you know those little sawdust packets that warm up magically when you open them and shake them? LOVE THESE!!!
I'm pray'in for: SPRING!!! All our missionaries- Stephen, Anna, Stephanie, Benjamin, and Melanie and pre mission Clark. My dad.
Grrrrrrrr......
I really hesitate putting such gruesome pictures on my light-hearted blog.But my heart breaks at the sight of these images that came to me via email. Maybe its time to vent a bit--no--A LOT!!!
I feel incredible anger when I look at these pictures, and deep sadness. I know its weak and immature to have images control my emotions. In reality its what these pictures represent that make me want to scream in outrage!!!
Its never been a secret how I feel about hunting. My kids know, Builder Bob understands, as well as most people that have known me for a while.
On occasion,I have found myself sparring, good naturedly- with my neighbor who spends thousands of dollars each year for the "privilege" to hunt down the next trophy animal for the walls of his home or office. But no matter how (good natured) I appear on the outside, I seethe inside. Its not even remotely necessary for him to put this meat in his freezer to feed his family. Which of course is the most common response to why hunters say they hunt.
So I ask, what ARE hunters' 'needs?' What is the hunters' mentality? Said hunter justifies his ?behavior in that he's doing his part in culling out the weakest beasts. BUT, thats not what I see on his walls or standing in the corners of his home. Its definitely NOT the scrawny ones! No way!! He, like these nit-wits in these photos, go for the trophy winner. You'll never convince me that this HUGE bear was the weakest or in the least bit sickly and that he 'needed' to be culled from the woods. There is no doubt in my humble mind that hunters are looking for the biggest, grandest, and prime example of each species. And no critter is left safe from their gunsites. Goats, pigs (boars) antelope and even birds dont go ?unnoticed. You name it and my neighbor has a stuffed one on display. I bet his taxidermist LOVES him!!
I have no idea what to do with this pent up ire that bubbles up to the surface at times like these. So far I've behaved like an adult and kept my opinions to myself and my family. But there is a part of me (a large part) that wants to yell and shout, "You're such a #*>#~"@ jerk!!" I know it wont help to resolve a thing, but it would feel great to vent a little.
In my dreams I'd have that big ole bear win this battle in the forest and he'd have a hunters head mounted on the cave wall. ( OH Im a bad, bad girl)
Why oh why was it necessary to take this fella down? Was he a man eater? (maybe the only real justification for his murder) Or, and more likely, was he just out in the woods minding his own business- working hard to survive and to go unnoticed!!Bothering NOBODY!!!
It breaks my heart that this guy no longer wanders the earth. I think the world is a much more interesting place knowing that such amazing creatures still roam the same space as we humans.
Now his magnificent frame will be collecting dust in some corner of a testosterone bound mans' dank den.
I wish I could at least knock that stupid grin off that dumb jerks face!!
Oh my heck Im upset!!
I feel incredible anger when I look at these pictures, and deep sadness. I know its weak and immature to have images control my emotions. In reality its what these pictures represent that make me want to scream in outrage!!!
Its never been a secret how I feel about hunting. My kids know, Builder Bob understands, as well as most people that have known me for a while.
On occasion,I have found myself sparring, good naturedly- with my neighbor who spends thousands of dollars each year for the "privilege" to hunt down the next trophy animal for the walls of his home or office. But no matter how (good natured) I appear on the outside, I seethe inside. Its not even remotely necessary for him to put this meat in his freezer to feed his family. Which of course is the most common response to why hunters say they hunt.
So I ask, what ARE hunters' 'needs?' What is the hunters' mentality? Said hunter justifies his ?behavior in that he's doing his part in culling out the weakest beasts. BUT, thats not what I see on his walls or standing in the corners of his home. Its definitely NOT the scrawny ones! No way!! He, like these nit-wits in these photos, go for the trophy winner. You'll never convince me that this HUGE bear was the weakest or in the least bit sickly and that he 'needed' to be culled from the woods. There is no doubt in my humble mind that hunters are looking for the biggest, grandest, and prime example of each species. And no critter is left safe from their gunsites. Goats, pigs (boars) antelope and even birds dont go ?unnoticed. You name it and my neighbor has a stuffed one on display. I bet his taxidermist LOVES him!!
I have no idea what to do with this pent up ire that bubbles up to the surface at times like these. So far I've behaved like an adult and kept my opinions to myself and my family. But there is a part of me (a large part) that wants to yell and shout, "You're such a #*>#~"@ jerk!!" I know it wont help to resolve a thing, but it would feel great to vent a little.
In my dreams I'd have that big ole bear win this battle in the forest and he'd have a hunters head mounted on the cave wall. ( OH Im a bad, bad girl)
Why oh why was it necessary to take this fella down? Was he a man eater? (maybe the only real justification for his murder) Or, and more likely, was he just out in the woods minding his own business- working hard to survive and to go unnoticed!!Bothering NOBODY!!!
It breaks my heart that this guy no longer wanders the earth. I think the world is a much more interesting place knowing that such amazing creatures still roam the same space as we humans.
Now his magnificent frame will be collecting dust in some corner of a testosterone bound mans' dank den.
I wish I could at least knock that stupid grin off that dumb jerks face!!
Oh my heck Im upset!!
SUNDAY MUSINGS
SIMILITUDE?
I'm a people watcher- who's now attempting to be a little introspective. But will more than likly come off just sounding silly.
I was just wondering how many of we Mormons go to church each Sunday and know almost exactly which pew we'll be expecting to rest our laurels on?
And what does this say about a certain family that you may know and love, when they realize that when they show up at church they have no idea where they may plant their bottoms for the meeting. (way to many 'theys')
Very interesting, don't ya think?!
Very interesting.
We all know and love our ward members to whom it would rock their world if they didnt get 'their' seat each Sabbath day! Whats that about?! What would happen if you were the one to bump an old widow from her designated spot on the back row? Oh my....
But even more confusing- what about the afore-mentioned family-who most assuredly is in the minority in the grand scheme of things, who has no idea what vantage point they'll have for the meeting? (Could it have anything to do with getting to church on time?)
Have I stumbled on another parable of life?
Is it a similitude for displacement or wandering souls?
Remember that old tree without deep roots. (I have deep roots!!)
Could it have something to do with disorganization?
Who's in charge of the seating chart?
Could it not mean a thing!??
Maybe I should leave the introspection to those more qualified.
Just understand that if you loose me in church, you wont know where to find me the next time!
I'll just keep watching.
I'm a people watcher- who's now attempting to be a little introspective. But will more than likly come off just sounding silly.
I was just wondering how many of we Mormons go to church each Sunday and know almost exactly which pew we'll be expecting to rest our laurels on?
And what does this say about a certain family that you may know and love, when they realize that when they show up at church they have no idea where they may plant their bottoms for the meeting. (way to many 'theys')
Very interesting, don't ya think?!
Very interesting.
We all know and love our ward members to whom it would rock their world if they didnt get 'their' seat each Sabbath day! Whats that about?! What would happen if you were the one to bump an old widow from her designated spot on the back row? Oh my....
But even more confusing- what about the afore-mentioned family-who most assuredly is in the minority in the grand scheme of things, who has no idea what vantage point they'll have for the meeting? (Could it have anything to do with getting to church on time?)
Have I stumbled on another parable of life?
Is it a similitude for displacement or wandering souls?
Remember that old tree without deep roots. (I have deep roots!!)
Could it have something to do with disorganization?
Who's in charge of the seating chart?
Could it not mean a thing!??
Maybe I should leave the introspection to those more qualified.
Just understand that if you loose me in church, you wont know where to find me the next time!
I'll just keep watching.
Happy Birthday Lexi
Speed of lightening doesnt even begin to describe how fast you are growing up! I know you hear this a lot--but you just wait until you're really OLD-like me!! Then you'll see what it feels like to watch the small ones you know and love,
grow up-into lovely young ladies! Lightening and time- cant be tamed!!
Happy Birthday dear girl!
You are loved and enjoyed by all that know you!!
Stay good and sweet forever!!
grow up-into lovely young ladies! Lightening and time- cant be tamed!!
Happy Birthday dear girl!
You are loved and enjoyed by all that know you!!
Stay good and sweet forever!!
Summer Vacation Anyone?
My calender is out of the drawer and burning to have exciting activities inscribed on its pages!
I've been fanaticizing in my mind, some summer adventures I'd like to have. I hope to make them a reality.
Builder Bob is going to be strapped down and hog-tied to the Sojourn project this summer. Which leaves me feeling extremely restless. Im looking for inspiration and company and partners in crime!!
Im firmly of the school of thought that if you make a wish and throw it out there for the world to hear, something wonderful is bound to happen.
Here is what is playing in my head right now.
Desire #1 for the sumer of 2008:
Cirque of the Towers in Wind River Wy.
I've just begun my research on this incredible place. My cute missionary nephew, Benjamin, told me all about this hike the last time he was here visiting. He highly recommended that I go and see this place for myself!! I think he's right!!
As far as I can tell, its a 9 mile hike in to the center of the 'towers.'
Initially I was thinking that it could be done in one LONG day...? Not so sure now if that is really feasible.
Concerns:
*BUGS!
Everyone comments on the bloodsucking, vicious mosquitos! ACKK!
*TIMING:
Earlier than June is too cold and still snowy.
July through August is AMAZING for the wildflowers. But the bugs will get their revenge!
Sept is highly recommended,but there is the risk of thunderstorms and rain bursts.
*CAMPING:
Not a huge fan of camping-ever. Especially when camp gear will have to be carried on ones back.ugh! (In the past I have reserved this "privledge" for Havasupi alone.)
Note to self- there is a Lodge nearby. Big Sandy Lodge, which sounds so appealing to me.
So...any interest? any comments? any input or experiece with this glorious place?
another note to self- I may resign myself to camping ONE night. In order to experience this grand landscape. (My ansestors would shutter at what a whimp I am!!)
Next Destination
Havasupi, Az.
Im leaning towards returning to this magical place anytime in July.
I LOVE this place. Its enough of a challenge to "hear me roar" but wont actually KILL me in the process.
Any takers?
Destination #3-
A BEACH!!!
The California girl in me is SCREAMING for the ocean! At this point Im not picky!
I need waves, sand in irksome places, and sunshine galore. A beach umbrella and a chaise lounge will seal the deal!!! Any beach will do! Anyone have any connections?
Any takers?
Where and when is a good time and place?
Destination #4?-
I'll go anywhere!!
I'd love one more adventure to make my summer complete. I do have to be a little
selective not to go and do something that Builder Bob would feel left out of or have regrets for not tagging along.
Where would be a fun place for ladies to get away? A place where there is no real appeal for men? (or at least my man)
-what mountain needs to be climbed?
-what cheese cake needs to be devoured?
-where's the coolest place to get a pedicure?
-what lonely landscape needs to be pondered and discussed by the female species?
-What mega metropolis needs more ladies to have visit it?
_Where have YOU wanted to visit and just havent--YET??!!
Lets make things HAPPEN lady friends!!
Are we having Fun yet!? Heck yes!! Now we'll start gathering links:
Wind River
Cirque of the Towers
Country Music Fest
I've been fanaticizing in my mind, some summer adventures I'd like to have. I hope to make them a reality.
Builder Bob is going to be strapped down and hog-tied to the Sojourn project this summer. Which leaves me feeling extremely restless. Im looking for inspiration and company and partners in crime!!
Im firmly of the school of thought that if you make a wish and throw it out there for the world to hear, something wonderful is bound to happen.
Here is what is playing in my head right now.
Desire #1 for the sumer of 2008:
Cirque of the Towers in Wind River Wy.
I've just begun my research on this incredible place. My cute missionary nephew, Benjamin, told me all about this hike the last time he was here visiting. He highly recommended that I go and see this place for myself!! I think he's right!!
As far as I can tell, its a 9 mile hike in to the center of the 'towers.'
Initially I was thinking that it could be done in one LONG day...? Not so sure now if that is really feasible.
Concerns:
*BUGS!
Everyone comments on the bloodsucking, vicious mosquitos! ACKK!
*TIMING:
Earlier than June is too cold and still snowy.
July through August is AMAZING for the wildflowers. But the bugs will get their revenge!
Sept is highly recommended,but there is the risk of thunderstorms and rain bursts.
*CAMPING:
Not a huge fan of camping-ever. Especially when camp gear will have to be carried on ones back.ugh! (In the past I have reserved this "privledge" for Havasupi alone.)
Note to self- there is a Lodge nearby. Big Sandy Lodge, which sounds so appealing to me.
So...any interest? any comments? any input or experiece with this glorious place?
another note to self- I may resign myself to camping ONE night. In order to experience this grand landscape. (My ansestors would shutter at what a whimp I am!!)
Next Destination
Havasupi, Az.
Im leaning towards returning to this magical place anytime in July.
I LOVE this place. Its enough of a challenge to "hear me roar" but wont actually KILL me in the process.
Any takers?
Destination #3-
A BEACH!!!
The California girl in me is SCREAMING for the ocean! At this point Im not picky!
I need waves, sand in irksome places, and sunshine galore. A beach umbrella and a chaise lounge will seal the deal!!! Any beach will do! Anyone have any connections?
Any takers?
Where and when is a good time and place?
Destination #4?-
I'll go anywhere!!
I'd love one more adventure to make my summer complete. I do have to be a little
selective not to go and do something that Builder Bob would feel left out of or have regrets for not tagging along.Where would be a fun place for ladies to get away? A place where there is no real appeal for men? (or at least my man)
-what mountain needs to be climbed?
-what cheese cake needs to be devoured?
-where's the coolest place to get a pedicure?
-what lonely landscape needs to be pondered and discussed by the female species?
-What mega metropolis needs more ladies to have visit it?
_Where have YOU wanted to visit and just havent--YET??!!
Lets make things HAPPEN lady friends!!
Are we having Fun yet!? Heck yes!! Now we'll start gathering links:
Wind River
Cirque of the Towers
Country Music Fest
Travel’in Light!
When did I REALLY start enjoying lifes’ journey?
*Was it when I became a Mormon?
*Was it when I went away to college?
*Was it when I got married?
*How about having children?
*Or when diapers were done?
*Was it while living on Oregon?
*Or when we moved to St George?
*Did it happen when I lead my first hike?
*Or when I stopped worrying about what my mother thought?
*Was it when I didn’t care what most people thought?
* How about having kids that make good choices?
* Was it becoming a grandma?
*Was it when we were able to start traveling together?
Each of these ‘moments’ came with their own rewards to be sure. But I’ve been asking myself lately-how come life seems to so much more enjoyable right now, at this point in time? It seems better than any other time I can recall.
Looking back I realize that my life has been one truly exhilarating journey.
The possible key?--Somehow I think I’ve learned to throw away unnecessary baggage (lesson taught in Italy to be sure) and to enjoy the ride.
I’ve climbed some hard hills (relatively speaking) Now I’m enjoying more of the exhilarating downhills of life. Sometimes flying with abandon . When I was younger, the uphills seemed endless-Everest like-and seemed to have no pinnacle in sight. I was uncertain that there would ever be a payback for all the work and sacrifice.
So maybe now is Pay Back time? The baggage is gone. I’m traveling light! Or…are the uphills just easier and more short lived the older I get? Am I in better “condition?” Thus the careening downhill with abandon is all the more breath-taking. Or…Am I much easier to please? Whatever the case may be,the older I get, I am truly grateful for the amazing ride of life.
Climbing at 10,000 ft is well worth the effort- cause look at what happens next!!!
If there is a way to teach my kids one thing; (ok,ok, there is way more than one thing Id like them to hear from me)- this attribute of ‘lightening up’ would be at the top of the list.
Sluff off the meaningless riff-raff that society loads on us- find peace in your own skin, be on your own path- with your eternal mate, and go for it!!!
Heavenly Father meant it when He said that we are to have joy in this life. And, oh yes, its also true that there does have to be opposition in all things too. (drat) You’ve just gotta make that climb up in order to scream your head off in jubilant exultation, as you fly down!! My advice is to go lightly, throw off all the added stuff that the adversary would have us think is important. I realize its easy for me to say this now- but I send these thoughts out with the sincerest of wishes. I also pray that I can always practice what I preach- for the next 50 years!! I intend to fully enjoy this journey we call life. I’ll pay my price in the uphills, so I may relish the spine tingling rushes of the heady downhill ride.
Travel Light!! That’s my new motto!!
Motto # 2 Be sure to travel!! This doesn’t necessarily mean by plane, train, boat or car either! Just move!! Explore! Do new things, take risks, stretch! Dance! Smile, love and scream with joy!!! And do your best to take someone along to experience it with you!!
FERN GULLY HIKE
On any given cold, cloudy, rainy morning I would usually opt to roll over and go back to sleep under my warm blankets. Its truly remarkable how my hiking job has shifted my natural tendencies towards laziness and abhorrence to voluntarily subjection to cold. Now I get up and bundle up my body with warm clothes and head out to a hike! Even under the threat of rain!
This morning we enjoyed a bonus treat while hiking. Our beautiful red rocks had mist and low lying clouds hovering around their tops! It was so beautiful. I am unaccustomed to the benefits of moisture in the air and what it can do around here. The moss turns floresent green. There is reflective water puddled up in rock cavities, and the cloud cover also keeps in a little warmth. It was a delightful morning in Snow Canyon State Park!!
Mayci's Having a Birthday!!
Once again time is playing tricks on me Mayci!!
How can it be that it was 8 years ago that your were born?
I was there! It should FEEL like 8 years have gone by, and it just doesn't!!
But...when I see you I have to admit that you are definitley growing up.
My what a sweet young girl you are!
I love you!
Happy Birthday!!
How can it be that it was 8 years ago that your were born?
I was there! It should FEEL like 8 years have gone by, and it just doesn't!!
But...when I see you I have to admit that you are definitley growing up.
My what a sweet young girl you are!
I love you!
Happy Birthday!!
YOU NEVER CAN TELL
OK folks---what's up??
I have to admit that I'm a little more than just surprised by the silence....I heard crickets chirping....with this weeks WORDLESS WEDNESDAY picture. Whats this about?
I felt for sure that this picture would inspire some interesting and varied responses. I guess it just goes to show that you never can tell what a bare chested male, with tattoos and hair on fire will do for someone!!! You never can tell. I hope that the lack of response had nothing to do with this weeks WORDLESS WEDNESDAY picture being all about a bare chested male with tattoos and golden lockes of hair on fire.
I thoroughly enjoyed seeing what an artist could do with PhotoShop at her fingertips. Creativity abounds!!
I have to admit that I'm a little more than just surprised by the silence....I heard crickets chirping....with this weeks WORDLESS WEDNESDAY picture. Whats this about?
I felt for sure that this picture would inspire some interesting and varied responses. I guess it just goes to show that you never can tell what a bare chested male, with tattoos and hair on fire will do for someone!!! You never can tell. I hope that the lack of response had nothing to do with this weeks WORDLESS WEDNESDAY picture being all about a bare chested male with tattoos and golden lockes of hair on fire.
I thoroughly enjoyed seeing what an artist could do with PhotoShop at her fingertips. Creativity abounds!!
MORNINGS HIKE
Sunrise at Johnsons' Arch
I'll tell ya again, Im the luckiest woman on earth!!
Sunshine this morning- cloudy this evening
This Week:
I'm lov'in the SMELL of- Bath & Body Works,Japanese Cherry Blossom body lotion. Builder Bob takes notice of this one! Also, meat grilling out back!
I lov'in the SOUND of- Michael Bulbe. My favorite is still-Home. Also, the boys yawning through scripture reading in the early morn. Lastly, Annas' music playing in my CD player.
Im lov'in the TASTE of- Cinnimon Bears. Aaron Boyntons salsa- he gave me the receipe--whawhooo! Sunday dinner and our President Day BBQ. I made a fancy chocolate cake!
I'm lov'in the SIGHT of- the sunrises I see each morning as I drive to work. Every single one is unique! Its a great way to start the day, with a feeling of calm gratitude.
I'm lov'in the FEEL of- 40 degree air temps with 102 degree hot tub water! ahhhh.. Also the greenhouse effect go'in on in my car.
I'm pray'in for- Joe and Natalie and their hearts desire. Also, my dad's speedy recovery.
Lindsays' Birthday!! Tomorrow!!
1. By the time you can make ends meet, they move the ends.
2. Someone who thinks logically provides a nice contrast to the real world.
3. My idea of housework is to sweep the room with a glance.
4. Not one shred of evidence supports the notion that life is serious.
(kelly,anna,lindsay)
5. Junk is something you've kept for years and throw away three weeks before you need it.
6. If you look like your passport picture, you probably need the trip.
7. Bills travel through the mail at twice the speed of checks.
8. Experience is a wonderful thing. It enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
I couldn't resist including the above silly life quotes.
But I also want you to know how much I love and admire you Lindsay.
You have always brought joy and delight wherever you are. And we were so very privileged to enjoy your company in our home for a short time a few years ago. A friendship developed that I will always cherish. And having your powerful example for goodness, here in our home among our kids, was a huge blessing! Words will not express adequately the gratitude I feel to you for your influence in this household at that time. You are an amazing young woman!!! And now a glowing, irrepressible mother too.
Have a wonderful year Lindsay!!Please come on up for a visit- soon!!
SWEET SISTER ANNA
...who I miss so much, that sometimes it hurts!!
Yes-- its clearly apparent that she did receive my Valentine package.
She wasnt at all proud of her brown trench coat, but she was grateful that someone was willing to loan it to her while hers was being repaired.
P-day ice skating adventure!!
Looks to be having a great time!!
Yes-- its clearly apparent that she did receive my Valentine package.
She wasnt at all proud of her brown trench coat, but she was grateful that someone was willing to loan it to her while hers was being repaired.
P-day ice skating adventure!!
Looks to be having a great time!!
Our Newest Elder!
Its offical- Clark is now an Elder!!!
We had both grandpas in attendance and big bro Joe, as well as our Bishop Mitchell and the High Councilman- Brother Jacobsen. Builder Bob gave Clark a most beautiful blessing, to start this new phase in Clarks life off in perfect order!!
And then we had CHOCOLATE FROSTING on cake to celebrate!!
Now this was no ordinary chocolate frosting...
This was Martha Stewart FROSTING!!
And now that everyone has had their fill of it....
Im going to share with you all just what its made with....
Hold on to your arteries....
Sugar and egg whites heated to 160 degrees...
Whipped silly....
To which you add....
3, yes, THREE, sticks of real butter!!! 3 sticks!!
No wonder its so creamy and delicious and to die for or to die because....
It was a wonderful evening with wonderful company in honor of a wonderful son. (and the frosting really was wonderful too)
I love my country!
I truly believe it was ‘ordained’ from the beginning of time, to bring forth great and marvelous things. (Where much is given, much is expected!) I believe that our early leaders were guided by Divine Providence. How grateful I’ll always be for these great leaders-who were most definitely men of God.
2,300 years before the leaders of this great nation fought and won the battles for freedom and democracy- it was prophesied in scripture that our nation would be reserved and then delivered by the Power of God, from the hands of ‘all other nations.’ (1Nephi 13:19) We are never again to find ourselves ruled by kings or to feel the oppression of unrighteous dominion! On the condition-of course- that we would worship our God and strive to keep His commandments.
The world as we know it today is most assuredly forgetting the significance of our beginnings. All I can do, on account of being a very small cog in a messed up world, is to try my best to educate my children and now my grandchildren of the GREAT privilege it is to live in this blessed land, and to always strive to do our part in making educated choices and more importantly, to have faith and optimism in the future. If we are doing all we can do, we shall not fear!!
So I’m sending out my thanks and gratitude into the cosmos to general George and anomalous Abe, for the unbelievably gargantuan tasks they took on in helping to establish a new-born, struggling nation!
I truly believe it was ‘ordained’ from the beginning of time, to bring forth great and marvelous things. (Where much is given, much is expected!) I believe that our early leaders were guided by Divine Providence. How grateful I’ll always be for these great leaders-who were most definitely men of God.
2,300 years before the leaders of this great nation fought and won the battles for freedom and democracy- it was prophesied in scripture that our nation would be reserved and then delivered by the Power of God, from the hands of ‘all other nations.’ (1Nephi 13:19) We are never again to find ourselves ruled by kings or to feel the oppression of unrighteous dominion! On the condition-of course- that we would worship our God and strive to keep His commandments.
The world as we know it today is most assuredly forgetting the significance of our beginnings. All I can do, on account of being a very small cog in a messed up world, is to try my best to educate my children and now my grandchildren of the GREAT privilege it is to live in this blessed land, and to always strive to do our part in making educated choices and more importantly, to have faith and optimism in the future. If we are doing all we can do, we shall not fear!!
So I’m sending out my thanks and gratitude into the cosmos to general George and anomalous Abe, for the unbelievably gargantuan tasks they took on in helping to establish a new-born, struggling nation!
BEAUTIFUL SUNDAY FOR A SUNBEAM
Oh my gosh sweet boy!
Look what I found!!
Your parents endearingly call you 'sunbeam'! I say- who could blame them?!
Its a perfect name for you.
You are divine!
IF I WERE A SUNBEAM
"If I were a sunbeam,
I know what I'd do;
I would seek white lilies,
Roaming woodlands through.
I would steal among them,
Softest light I'd shed,
Until every lily
Raised its drooping head.
If I were a sunbeam,
I know where I'd go;
Into lowly hovels,
Dark with want and woe:
Till sad hearts looked upward,
I would shine and shine;
Then they'd think of heaven,
Their sweet home and mine."
Are you not a sunbeam,
Child, whose life is glad
With an inner brightness
Sunshine never had?
Oh, as God has blessed you,
Scatter light divine!
For there is not a sunbeam
But must die or SHINE.
Look what I found!!
Your parents endearingly call you 'sunbeam'! I say- who could blame them?!
Its a perfect name for you.
You are divine!
IF I WERE A SUNBEAM
"If I were a sunbeam,
I know what I'd do;
I would seek white lilies,
Roaming woodlands through.
I would steal among them,
Softest light I'd shed,
Until every lily
Raised its drooping head.
If I were a sunbeam,
I know where I'd go;
Into lowly hovels,
Dark with want and woe:
Till sad hearts looked upward,
I would shine and shine;
Then they'd think of heaven,
Their sweet home and mine."
Are you not a sunbeam,
Child, whose life is glad
With an inner brightness
Sunshine never had?
Oh, as God has blessed you,
Scatter light divine!
For there is not a sunbeam
But must die or SHINE.
He Did It!!
Party Anyone?
Oh My Did We Have Fun!!
Bubbas' Now One!!
What Have I Done?!
So... Do You Want Some?!
Is This REALLY OK With Everyone?
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