A Quick Trip

While we were in Utah, we had the privilege of staying with my brother Todd and his wife Aubrey. He fired up the grill, and made us all some hamburgers and hot dogs. We even had indoor smores, made in the oven. We had fun with my cousin Erick's X Box, playing Scene it, and Halo. We had a most wonderful time visiting friends and family. The last shot is of Josh's first snow experience.

Thanksgiving Day

We had a great Thanksgiving celebrated in Park City. The kids were fortunate enough to use the jacuzzi with their Uncle Mike. He is actually underwater in the picture. Mom (Kathy) made her famous homemade rolls. They were very scrumptious! Since this was Josh's first Turkey day, I got a shot of him with dinner. He didn't really want any though. The kids put together a cute little skit for the rest of us. They did everything by themselves, even the paper feather hats. It turned out pretty darn good.

Tour of the Conference Center

While we were in Utah, we decided to take a tour of the conference center. There were a lot of interesting facts about it. For instance, it seats around 21,000 people. Amazing! This first shot is of Brooke's brother Paul, their family minus Maddie, an us on top of the CC. It had an amazing view of the valley, and of the Temple. It was pretty.

This is also on on top of the CC. The tour guide told us that this is how the Pioneers saw the valley as they first entered Utah. He told us that this is the only unkept garden that the Church has. In the spring, this is full of wild flowers, and is quite colorful.

This is on top of the CC too. It represents all the people on the earth that will receive the Gospel. You can even see our reflection in it.

Brooke and Ryan listen to the words of Jesus, or at least pretending to.

This art gallery holds all of the original artwork of the Book of Mormon. You can view this artwork in your gospel art kit.

This was taken on the bottom level of the CC. I just thought it was cool.

This last shot is of one of the Christmas trees that was in the CC. I thought it was pretty cool. It says Follow the Prophet in big letters, and has a picture of all of the Latter-day Prophets. Unfortunately, someone decided it wasn't good enough so they started to take it down right in front of us.

Happy Birthday Kikster

I'm happy that I have this sweet girl in my life. Little miss independent is a joy to have around. I love her dark dreamy eyes, and her big cheesy smile. She is always trying to be helpful. She likes to make others feel happy. Happy Birthday Kira!

Halloween...

I'm a little behind on my blogging, but here are the kids on Halloween. Uncle & Aunt Taub did a little carnival for the kids before they went trick-or-treating. The kids had a blast while the moms took a break. Thanks Taub!! Josh's little hot dog costume was a dog costume. It worked, and my little man looked cute. We had a great Halloween this year. Plus lots of yummy candy!

Whoopeeee Cushion...

This is our families idea of a good time. Enjoy...

A New Do

When the girls got home from school today, Caitlyn asked me if I would cut her hair. Caitlyn has never asked me that before. Normally she gets all panicky if I even suggest a trim. I allowed her a couple hours to think about it before making a final decision, and obviously she chose to get it cut short. Kira was so excited by it that she wanted hers short too. So here are my two beautiful short haired girlies.

Lollipop Guild...

This is josh after a bath, before his hair was combed. It reminded me of the munchkins in the wizard of oz. "We represent the lollipop guild, the lollipop guild, the lollipop guild."

Yes on 8

For those of you who are unaware, Californians will be voting on an important issue in November. Here are some details:

Proposition 8 is simple and straightforward. It contains the same 14 words that were previously approved in 2000 by over 61% of California voters. "Only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California".

Because 4 activitst judges in San Francisco wrongly overturned the people's vote, we need to pass this measure as a constitutional amendment to restore the definition of marriage as between a man and a woman.

Voting YES on Proposition 8 does 3 simple things:

1-It restores the definition of marriage to what the vast majority of California voters already approved and what Californians agree should be supported, not undermined.

2-It overturns the outrageous of four activist Supreme Court judges who ignored the will of the people.

3-It protects our children from being taught in public schools that "same-sex marriage" is the same as traditional marriage, and prevents other consequences to Califonrians who will be forced to not just be tolerant of gay lifestyles, but face mandatory compliance regardless of their personal beliefs.

If you live in California, and are registered to vote, please vote Yes for Prop 8.

If you are not registered to vote, please get registered. You have until October 20th to register. Click here: http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/elections_vr.htm to register.

If you living outside of California temporarily, but are registered in California, don't forget to vote by absentee ballot.

If you support this Proposition, tell your friends! Spread the word! And get out to VOTE!

Go to http://www.protectmarriage.com/ to find other ways to contribute.

A Happy Day!

Josh is now one month, so I thought I would take some pictures of him in his blessing outfit that his grammy made him. After I got him in his outfit he started smiling. I thought as usual that it was probably gas, but then he just kept smilin' with no burp's or farts. His first genuine smiles. What an exciting day. On top of that, today was National Walk to School Day. Brooke, the kids and I got up extra early, and met at the park with the rest of those willing to participate. There was quite a turn out. We had a police escort, the Principal, some teachers, and a reporter from the local paper all there. The walk to school is about a mile and a half. It was pretty fun, and we did is as a family which made it even better.

I've been Tagged!

By Kathy (my mom-in-law)

4 RANDOM THINGS I LIKE ABOUT MY HUSBAND:
1 - He gives me massages and/or tickles on my back almost daily.
2 - He knows and is friends with just about everyone.
3 - He always says 'yes' when someone is in need of his help.
4 - He's plays guitar in our band FEDEX. Fedex Rules!

4 JOBS I'VE HAD:
1 - I worked for my grandparents at their pharmacy
2 - Manicurist
3 - Albertson's Deli
4 - Census Bureau (I was sworn to secrecy)

4 MOVIES I'VE WATCHED MORE THAN ONCE:
1 - Almost every Disney movie
2 - Braveheart "FREEEEEDOOOOM!"
3 - Gladiator
4 - Tommy Boy (I quote this movie often. I miss Chris Farley!)

4 TV SHOWS I WATCH:
1 - The Biggest Loser
2 - Design on a Dime
3 - Survivor
4 - The Office (I Love Dwight!)

4 PEOPLE WHO EMAIL ME REGULARLY:
1 - Flyladies (Daily challenge's for cleaning and organizing your home)
2 - Brooke
3 - Facebook
4 - My bro-in-law Elder Matt Horspool

4 OF MY FAVORITE FOODS:
1 - Chocolate candies & candy bars (Reese's p.b. cups, Skor, m&m's, Hershey's dark chocolate, Milky Way Midnight)
2 - El Burrito's Special burrito
3 - Shish kabobs
4 - Smoothies

4 PLACES I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT:
1 - East Coast (during fall foliage, Church history, and American history)
2 - England & Poland (Family History)
3 - New Zealand
4 - Figi

4 THINGS I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO IN THE COMING YEAR:
1 - Getting back in shape after having five kids
2 - My 32nd birthday
3 - Josh's 1st birthday 09-09-09
4 - The second coming (What? It can happen!)

4 PEOPLE I TAG:
Anyone that wants to do this

Picture Tag

Ashley tagged me. Here are the rules. You go to your files, and pick the fourth picture in the fourth file. Then you tag four friends. This picture is Kira and Ryan with my cousins daughter Matty. It was at Matty's birthday party, and the kids loved their new glasses. Kids like just about everything except doctors and nutritional food.



I Tag:
1. Amber
2. Jill Land
3. Allison Holmes
4. Heather

Fun with Friends

Our good friend Jeff and Daniella came over with their little guy to our house for a BBQ. Everyone enjoyed a little outdoor time. Andrew used the top of our outdoor lighting as s shovel while Ryan sat and watched. Kira played some kind of made up game with the soccer balls. While Caitlyn sat nearby and pouted. I had a picture of her but she deleted it. Good times with good friends.